Your smart tv won't boot up? it's not a ghost

If you've ever walked into a room to find your Samsung TV blazing away, seemingly on its own, you're not alone. Millions of Spaniards have reported this exact phenomenon, leaving many to wonder if their televisions have been possessed by mischievous spirits.

It's not a hardware or software glitch

Fortunately, the truth is far less spooky. The culprit behind this autonomous TV behavior is a common feature designed to enhance user experience: HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control). This technology allows devices connected via HDMI to communicate with each other, enabling seamless control and functionality.

So, when your PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, or even streaming devices like Fire Stick or Google TV Streamer power on, they're not conjuring up an otherworldly force to turn on your TV. Rather, they're simply sending a signal that triggers the HDMI-CEC protocol, causing your TV to automatically switch on as well.

How to stop your tv from booting up solo

The good news is that this issue can be easily resolved without any complicated software or lengthy troubleshooting processes. All you need to do is disable the HDMI-CEC function on your TV. The exact steps may vary depending on your TV's brand and model, but you can usually find the setting under the