I'm considering ending things with my boyfriend, but I've come across some concerning chats he had about hidden cameras, microphones, and motion sensors. I suspect there might be at least one hidden camera in our place, possibly inside a light fixture or behind an outlet. As a student, my budget is pretty tight, so I'm looking for the best technology that can help me detect these devices without breaking the bank. Any recommendations?
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When you move out, definitely talk to a campus IT tech about your situation. They can help ensure no backdoors are installed on your phone and laptop. Also, changing your passwords is a must!
You can also turn on your phone light and use the camera to look around after darkening the room. The infrared light from the camera should be visible on your phone screen, and you’ll see a tiny dot where the lens is hiding. It's a neat trick!
Amazing, I had no idea. Thank you!
A basic RF detector is a great starting point! It can help pick up signals from wireless cameras or bugs without costing too much. You can also use your phone—try turning on the flashlight and slowly scanning reflective surfaces in dark mode to spot hidden lenses. It's surprisingly effective!
I’ll look into those, thank you!
Would a clean install remove backdoors? I plan to fresh install Windows 11 on my PC. I’m worried he did something to my TV too, so I was going to factory reset that as well.