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Old 11-03-2025, 11:05 AM
sharkbite
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Originally Posted by DarkArts View Post

On my PC, I filter everything fairy well - e.g. no ads. On the STB, I'm exposed to (what I think may be) the full onslaught of the Youtube algorithm.

A few times now, on the STB, I've noticed quite dubious videos being recommended.
out of curiousity - what is the STB?

(since you dont log in - it ain't you, and could be some weird 'call home' from the box itself...)

Ironically - logging in may actually protect you from this stuff, as YT has filters you can set, as well as recommending stuff you are likely to enjoy based on prior viewing choices.

As an aside - was watching a movie on the telly the other day - had the mobile in the room - picked up the phone to check it, and the name of the song playing in the movie, as well as the artwork, appeared on the lockscreen....google is always listening :-)
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