# 5 Things You Should Never Plug Into Your TV's USB Ports (And Why)

> Most people set up a smart TV once and never touch it again. And all things considered, they never really need to. Once you turn on the TV, the remote or even your phone helps you navigate the rest.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1965755/gadgets-to-never-plug-into-tv-usb-ports/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68c70c2d0ef1df98daafe321)
- **Published:** 2025-09-14
- **Category:** Audio & Video
- **Tags:** #nothing #never #once #plug #ports #considered #helps #navigate
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