Newly purchased Vizio TVs now require Walmart accounts to use smart features

A Walmart spokesperson confirmed to Ars Technica that Walmart accounts will be mandatory on “select new Vizio OS TVs” for ...

Don't have a Walmart account? Good luck setting up your Vizio TV

Vizio has confirmed in a statement to the media that 'select' new smart TVs in its portfolio will require a Walmart account, superseding Vizio logins.
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New Vizio TVs lock smart features behind Walmart accounts

New Vizio TVs require Walmart accounts starting March 2026 to access smart features, merging your viewing data with shopping ...

Vizio accounts are merging with your Walmart account, or just going away

Vizio is merging its account system with Walmart, giving users a straight choice: link your old profile to a Walmart login or delete it entirely. New TVs require the decision immediately. The post ...
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Walmart, Vizio combining content, product placement

Walmart, Vizio plan. joined content, ads. Walmart and its newly acquired company Vizio are working to bring TV viewers premium content integrated with product placement, Walmart s ...
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Walmart, Vizio plan joined content, ads

Walmart and its newly acquired company Vizio are working to bring TV viewers premium content integrated with product ...