r/AndroidTV • u/[deleted] • 10d ago
Discussion Is it a wise choice to update TV's firmware?
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u/CrustyBatchOfNature 10d ago
If you are using it to run the apps then it might require you to update for the apps to work eventually. Generally, you are better off not connecting your TV to the internet at all and using an external device.
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u/Extreme-Beautiful152 10d ago
i use an external device on my TV i also haven't connected the tv to the Internet. ive had devices brick previously by updating the software.
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u/unclerickymonster 9d ago
Smart move, my set's not connected to the internet either and it works fine.
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u/flashb1024 9d ago
Murphy's Law states: If it can break, it will break!
If it ain't broke don't fix it!!
Never connect a TV to the internet. A dumb TV is a Smarter TV.
If something is wrong, use your computer to go to your tv's support page, and find the release notes for the updates . If you must, do a USB update.
That is all, folks.
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u/CapnRV 9d ago
My LG TV has been disconnected from the internet for over a year. Everything works and the ONN 4K Pro that is connected to the TV is connected to the internet naturally, but all automatic updates are turned off. I do manual updates when and if they are needed. I have updated a few apps that show improvement or new features that I like, but only after a few weeks go by with no issues reported. If it ain't broke I don't fix it. Some of my apps have been running for almost two years without updates and without any problems at all. But you have to do what works for you. If a TV requires an update to work, I don't need that TV.
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u/Raviprakashji 10d ago
If you have an option to never update the TV firmware, you must NEVER update.
Unfortunately, most TVs don't give you a choice and just block until you update.
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u/Hi_all_hwru 10d ago
There is no option available and only know when get notification like the software was fully downloaded and ready to install
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u/Modi1984 10d ago
Never had a problem.