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You paid for it. So why is your device showing ads?

First publishedJul 15, 10:02 UTC

Last updatedJul 15, 11:12 UTC · 11m ago

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So why does it feel like the company still controls the screen? That is the question more of us are starting to ask as smart devices get updated long after we bring them home.

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So why does it feel like the company still controls the screen? That is the question more of us are starting to ask as smart devices get updated long after we bring them home. A refrigerator can show ads in your kitchen. A car can flash offers on the dashboard.

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What's the story?: So why does it feel like the company still controls the screen? That is the question more of us are starting to ask as smart devices get updated long after we bring them home.
How widely is it covered?: 1 outlet, average source rating 6.0/10.
When was it last updated?: 11m ago.

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