By Lucas Greene
Publication Date: 2025-12-13 19:36:00
The Unwelcome Intruder: LG’s Software Update Forces Microsoft Copilot onto TVs, Sparking User Backlash
In the ever-evolving world of smart televisions, where convenience often clashes with consumer control, a recent software update from LG Electronics has ignited a firestorm of frustration among users. Reports emerging from online forums detail how the update surreptitiously installs Microsoft Copilot, an AI-powered assistant, onto LG smart TVs without an option for removal. This development raises profound questions about user autonomy, privacy, and the growing intersection of big tech partnerships in consumer electronics. What began as a routine firmware enhancement has morphed into a symbol of broader tensions in the smart device ecosystem, where manufacturers prioritize monetization over user preferences.
The controversy centers on a Reddit post in the r/mildlyinfuriating subreddit, where a user lamented the unexpected addition of Copilot following an automatic…
