LG TV Software Update Automatically Installs Microsoft Copilot That Cannot Be Uninstalled
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Summary
A Reddit user reports that their LG TV automatically installed Microsoft Copilot as part of a software update, and the application cannot be uninstalled or removed from the TV. The user expresses frustration about this forced installation of unwanted software that takes up space and cannot be deleted, comparing it to bloatware on other devices. The post has gained significant attention with over 36,000 points and 3,300 comments, indicating widespread user concern about forced software installations on smart TVs.
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I'm not sure if this is a new feature or a bug, but it's definitely annoying.
It's like bloatware on a phone or computer, but on my TV.
I don't want Copilot on my TV, and I can't remove it.
This is just another example of companies forcing software on users without their consent.
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