They kind of did mention that you could not connect it: "The device will not function properly or allow the use of its high-tech features. This leaves consumer

They kind of did mention that you could not connect it: "The device will not function properly or allow the use of its high-tech features. This leaves consumers with an unacceptable choice between keeping up with technology and retaining their personal privacy." But more fear mongering there too. The features that smart tv's bring to the table are hardly so useful that you would declare it an unacceptable choice to turn them off.