Sunday, November 11, 2007

Spybusters Tip #105 - Cheap Bug Detector

We hear from one counter-surveillance "expert"... "This little device is pretty good for the price."

"What do it do?" you ask.

Basically, it attempts to detect radio bugs and wireless video transmitters located in your immediate area.
 

Claims from the web site...
Privacy Safe Keychain Wireless Video and Tap RF Detector
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  • Key chain wireless detector is easy to carry with you so you can feel confident in the office, bedroom or dressing room
  • Innovative high technology device keeps you safe from wireless wiretap and video cameras
  • Detectable radio frequency width 30MHz - 2.4GHz with a responding distance of 10–15’
  • Super-bright blue LED light for emergency or illumination use
  • 0.4"Hx2.3"Wx1.2"D
As with most bug detection efforts, you will get what you pay for...