An investigation by Gamers Nexus, working with Level1Techs and independent security researchers, found that LG OLED TVs including the G5 actively scan home networks to identify phones, smartwatches and other nearby devices, while also capturing microphone audio even when the display appears off. The collected data, including Wi-Fi network names, signal strength and location details, is later uploaded once the TV reconnects to the internet and feeds into LG's advertising arm, LG Ad Solutions.
notebookcheck.net
· 2026-09-07
LG's Monitor App Installer software was found sneaking pop-up ads, disguised as driver updates, onto customers' PCs, with McAfee promotions appearing at every boot even on premium $1,200 UltraGear monitors. After PC hardware outlet Gamers Nexus exposed the issue, Microsoft stepped in and pressured LG to pull the ads.
futurism.com
· 2026-08-28
BenQ has introduced two new monitor light bars, headlined by the ScreenBar Max, its first ScreenBar model designed to span dual-monitor setups. The device combines a rear-facing bias light with a front-facing desk lamp, aiming to cut eye strain while also illuminating keyboards and documents. It carries a premium price tag to match its expanded size and dual-purpose lighting design.
engadget.com
· 2026-08-25
ASUS has refreshed its ROG Xbox Ally X handheld into the X20 edition to mark 20 years of its Republic of Gamers line. The update keeps the same internal hardware, including an AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme chip, 24GB RAM, and 1TB storage, but swaps in a larger 7.4-inch OLED Nebula HDR display with higher peak brightness and a new translucent black-and-gold design.
engadget.com
· 2026-08-25
Asus has released its first ROG-branded soundbar, the Gjallar, a 2.1.2 system that pairs a wireless 65W 6.5-inch subwoofer with an audio control hub featuring built-in beam-forming microphones. Priced at $600, the compact under-monitor unit delivers solid sound quality but comes wrapped in a boxy, heavily branded black design that reviewers found unremarkable.
tomshardware.com
· 2026-08-24
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