I wonder whether buying "smart" TVs, flashing "dumb" firmware onto them, and selling them at a slight markup would be a viable business model. I guess you'd be at high risk of being sued, even if it's entirely legal.

[–] Lumisal@lemmy.world 4 points 3 days ago (1 children)

It's 5" smaller but:

https://www.lg.com/us/business/digital-signage/lg-65ep5g

I think I saw a 98" one tho too if you want bigger.

Samsung might have some options as well

[–] pmc@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Okay, that's kinda awesome. I assume it's the same panel that's in the LG G4.

[–] Lumisal@lemmy.world 1 points 3 days ago

I believe it is.

Maybe if I sell Orange Pis with something like Plasma Bigscreen on them set up and ready to go I'll make a website that also lists privacy friendly hardware alternatives with links, like these "dumb" TVs. Getting some ideas from these posts.

[–] evidences@lemmy.world 13 points 4 days ago (1 children)

I've been half assed looking for a new tv for like 5 years now, I haven't seen a larger TV for sale that want smart in that time.

[–] Lumisal@lemmy.world 1 points 3 days ago

https://www.lg.com/us/business/digital-signage/lg-65ep5g

Or for something cheaper:

https://www.sharpnecdisplays.us/products/displays/m651-2