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These days, when privacy issues are becoming the most talked-about subject matter, no one can feel totally secure. This is especially true with hidden video cameras that have been reported all around vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and other private spaces.
Spotting a hidden cam stuck in an everyday object you’d never suspect, staring right at you, is a downright scary and violating thing to go through. But the best weapon against them is arming yourself with knowledge of where and what to look for, in order to feel a little safer.
Bored Panda compiled a list of cameras hidden in the most innocent-looking things and talked to Lina Survila, a global tech PR and chief editor at Abstract Stylist. Lina shared some useful tips on spotting hidden cameras and building self-awareness about your privacy in the interview below.
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#1
Found A Hidden Camera In Airbnb Disguised As A Charger
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#2
Hidden Spy Camera In A Screw Head
#3
Photo Frame Camera
In an interview with Bored Panda, the global tech PR Lina Survila said that with rising concerns on hidden cameras in Airbnbs, the cybersecurity industry is facing a big challenge in this grey area. “People's concerns about being watched in inappropriate situations may lead to new regulations.”
However, Lina said that until then, “there's not much that we can do when it comes to rentals.” The tech specialist suggests building self-awareness about the issue on your own. For example, “if you have a suspicion of being watched in private areas like the bedroom, bathroom, or any other areas (Airbnbs, hotels, etc.), look for hidden cameras first.”
#4
In "Oh, That's A Thing Now" News, A Colleague Of Mine Thought It Odd That There Was A Single "Motion Detector" In His Airbnb In The Bedroom And Voila, It's An Ip Camera Connected To The Web. (He Left At 3am, Reported, Host Is Suspended, Colleague Got Refund.)
#5
Family Discovers Hidden Camera Livestreaming In Airbnb, Husband Was The Man Who Found The Stream
We just found a camera hidden in a smoke alarm case in the private living room of a listing. We were travelling with children.
The host admitted to the concealed camera over the phone, only after presented with our irrefutable proof.
#6
A Visitor Found An 'Air Freshener' Spy Camera In A Shopping Mall Bathroom In Russia
Lina said there are a couple of tactics to do so, like “turning off your light and looking for blinking small dots or searching for radiofrequency disturbances during calls.”
She also warned people to be aware that hidden cameras can be found attached or integrated into objects like chargers, lamps, frames, shelves, and mirrors. “Usually, if these cameras are not using wi-fi, you can find an SD card placed inside the camera.”
In case you spot a hidden camera, Lina recommends reporting the incident to your Airbnb, hotel, or other rental provider. “You may find many free apps that help you find hidden cameras, but when installing them, be careful not to give unnecessary permissions, which might lead to exposing all your information to a third party.”
#7
Found This Camera Disguised As A USB Charger In The Woman's Bathroom At The Starbucks I Work At. It Was Plugged In Directly Across From The Toilet. Please Keep An Eye Out!
#8
Couple Found Camera Hidden Inside Clock At Rental Apartment
#9
A Camera Hidden In A Fake Screw Head
#10
A Couple Who Rented A Home Through Airbnb Say They Were Horrified When They Spotted A Number Of Hidden Cameras Recording Their Every Move
#11
This Hidden Camera Disguised As A Clock In My Airbnb
#12
Camera Hidden In Pen Holder, With The Lens Seen In The Centre Of The Green Sticker
#13
Tying Up Stuff In The Hospital Ceiling, Nice Spy Cam Mr. Data Guy...
#14
Hidden Camera Spy Cam Notebook
#15
Water Bottle Hidden Camera
Kevin Donegan 4 years ago
Why didn't someone use the bottle of water? What, did they put a sticker price of $19.99 on the bottle of water if opened?
#16
Be Careful When Purchasing An Airbnb
Lauren Caswell 4 years ago
And it's dirty as, did they install it in a dirty smoke alarm shell, or has it just been there a creepily long time
#17
A Micro Camera Hidden Inside An Electric Socket
#18
Coffee Cup Lid Hidden Cam Dvr
Admiral_Turtle 4 years ago
Didn't Mark Rober use one of those in his "Stealing Baseball Signs" video?
#19
WiFi Shampoo Hidden Spy Camera
#20
Inside This Non-Functioning Smoke Detector Is A Hidden Night Vision Hd Camera And Dvr
Lauren Caswell 4 years ago
Replace the DVD with one of a black background white text message along the lines of "illegal files sized for investigation" scare the s**t out of them XD
#21
USB Flash Drive Hidden Camea
Elise Williams 4 years ago
Some duct tape is a good thing to bring along from now on to use AFTER you document it and remove it before you leave.
#22
Wall Clock Hidden Camera
#23
Outlet Hidden Camera
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What do you think ?
Falcon 4 years ago
This is f****d up. I can understand if the owner has security cameras for obvious reasons, but these are obviously there for perverted reasons.
Lola 4 years ago
There should NOT be any cameras on the inside of a rental for any reason.
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Mimi777 4 years ago
These are so disturbing. I’m telling myself I won’t ever stay in an AirBnB but these hidden cameras aren’t just there, they can be in hotels, public bathrooms, changing rooms, etc. and some seem near impossible to spot. Like the one in the screw. You wouldn’t think to check a screw for one or an outlet. I’m creeped out.
Marcellus the Third 4 years ago
You're forgetting offices, as well as your friends and relatives' houses. Things are cheap as chips nowadays...
Load More Replies... Falcon 4 years ago
This is f****d up. I can understand if the owner has security cameras for obvious reasons, but these are obviously there for perverted reasons.
Lola 4 years ago
There should NOT be any cameras on the inside of a rental for any reason.
Load More Replies... Mimi777 4 years ago
These are so disturbing. I’m telling myself I won’t ever stay in an AirBnB but these hidden cameras aren’t just there, they can be in hotels, public bathrooms, changing rooms, etc. and some seem near impossible to spot. Like the one in the screw. You wouldn’t think to check a screw for one or an outlet. I’m creeped out.
Marcellus the Third 4 years ago
You're forgetting offices, as well as your friends and relatives' houses. Things are cheap as chips nowadays...
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