The new change comes after Walmart’s acquisition of Vizio reached its final stage last month.

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.

It's no secret that Vizio is a budget TV brand that gained recognition through its long-standing presence at big-box retailers selling TVs at razor-thin prices. From Best Buy to Costco, a few years ...