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They’re also “a little slow” about issuing updates, and software patches so your set becomes vulnerable! Bet you liked the idea of having an integrated camera and microphone in your set, didn’t you? They’re great for family video chats, telling your TV what show, movie you want to watch or game you want to play. And as long as you don’t think about it much, you don’t have to worry about the manufacturer or some hacker checking in. Fortunately, there’s an option to all the smarts because the screen view and price are still fantastic. The Amazon Fire TV stick lets you use Alexa to pick the show/movie you want; and for Apple aficionados, there’s Apple TV to use with your iPhone, iPad or Siri. That way, when you fall in love with a newer, brighter, bigger screen next year (you know, you will), you won’t have to learn a whole new and improved manufacturer access device or gawd forbid … do without. Not to worry, just keep your streaming device along with all of its settings and preferences you’ve developed on your “old” great screen and move over to your new fantastic screen. None of your data or personalization is lost. Just plug your streaming device into the HDMI port, bypass all of their smart access to your home and enjoy. It will recognize your voice, your smartphone, iPad, whatever and it won’t tell Walmart or the home appliance manufacturer anything about what you have in your home. Of course, if they decide to give you the big, beautiful set in return for the “privilege” of delivering you personalized ads and checking in with your appliances, you may want to reconsider. Fine with us. We’re pretty sure you’ll never regret the decision and agree with Elijah Price in Unbreakable when he said, “I'm going to be very, very sad if this doesn't work out the way I think.” Of course, if your refrigerator or stove or toaster is getting a littler dodgy, they’ll have a good recommendation for you even before you know it. Friends are helpful like that.