Samsung's Smart Fridges Could Soon Blast You With Ads - But Users Have Already Found a Genius Hack
Samsung will run a US trial displaying curated advertisements on idle Family Hub refrigerator screens, sparking consumer concern over intrusive ads in the home.
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Samsung Family Hub refrigerators now display advertisements on their Cover Screen, prompting strong consumer backlash over unwanted ads on smart appliances.
Samsung Announces Plans to Plaster Your Smart Fridge With Digital Advertisements
Samsung will show ads on certain Family Hub refrigerator screens in the U.S., appearing when idle; ads can be dismissed but cannot be permanently disabled.
Samsung confirms it will begin showing you advertisements on your $1,800-plus refrigerator's screen | Fortune
Samsung will pilot ads on U.S. Family Hub refrigerator cover screens, allowing dismissal and avoiding display in Art Mode while initially not collecting ad-interaction data.
Samsung is piloting promotions and curated advertisements on certain U.S. Family Hub refrigerator Cover Screens, delivered via an over-the-network software update.