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Paranoid About Privacy? Put a Lid on it
Nicolas Lehotzky notice a niche trend among Mac users with built-in webcams Many cover it with post-it notes out of privacy concerns even tho there’s no way to turn it on without actively doing so. He created a little “lid” accessory if you will, that slides across the top of the screen bezel. If ever you feel like you’re being watched, just slide the cover over that tiny webcam lens and rest assured, even the best hackers aren’t going to be able to see what you do home alone.
Designer: Nicolas Lehotzky
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13 Comments »
Nathan says
FYI it is definitely possible to turn on a webcam remotely.
Brian says
?? Is this out yet? When can i get one?
jordi says
a piece of cardboard is cheaper than this.or a post-it/sticker.
I use a bended cardboard
powers says
this is a good observation with a low-tech solution, but I agree, I would just make something myself.
Eric says
I’m not only not concerned about “others turning on my camera,” but if I were, I would totally post it note the damn thing. If it made the designer money by packing it with every new mac, woopidy f*ing doo da for them, but I really don’t see such a need for it that they sell them seperatly!
Tim Romkes says
Doesn’t work with the new macbook(pro).
The webcam includes the light sensor.
So you’ll have a dark screen all the time…
Eric says
I guess I don’t understand what you mean. This item is to prevent hackers from turning on your camera without your knowledge. Yes the light will be obvious that it’s on, but are you in front of your computer 24/7/365? I would hope whatever a would-be-hacker sees IS a dark screen!
Nick says
Eric, the sotware controlling the camera can easily be hacked in a way to turn on the camera while leaving the light off (making it look like it is turned off).
Eric says
Great (I’m not one bit surprised) But how does this explain Tim’s comment?
Nick says
It isn’t meant to be one size fits all unfortunately, as having adjustable features, multiple parts etc.. would drive the cost up to a level where it would no longer be attractive for the manufacturer and the end buyer. I can’t imagine someone shelling out more than say $5 at most for this product, so it has to remain affordable. The one you see on this page is meant for the current Imac and is made of a single piece. Making one for a laptop would require a change of design, otherwise you would have to remove it everytime you close the screen.
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