Just use a non-smart TV (or even a display panel) with a HTPC. It doesn't have to be expensive, you can use a fucked up 15 year old laptop that's had the entire lid ripped off and it'll be more than good enough for streaming. Trying to work with smart TVs is just polishing a turd.
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I'm decently happy with the oled pc monitor and use it for everything, but the oled refresh pop up is fairly irritating especially since it happens even when set not to bother you and wait for next screen off. the power led changing colour as an indicator of it being time would also be nice.
I use a high end TV from 15 years ago
Not internet connected and it supports HTMI power on
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I like to set up a pi hole and watch devices cry
Another aproach is to use a smart power outlet or surge protector like the ones on gearscouts.com to completely cut power to the TV when not watching - can't phone home if it's not even powered.