People are using AI to make their smart TVs dumb again

Some smart TV owners are using AI agents to remove bloatware and regain control over their TVs, citing issues with ads, tracking, and slow interfaces. This trend is a response to the increasing presence of advertisements and data collection on smart TVs, which can compromise user experience. The AI agents aim to simplify the TV's interface and minimize the amount of data collected from the user. This development highlights consumer dissatisfaction with the current state of smart TVs and the growing demand for more control over personal data.