Spy Gadgets

Ron Mcbride


Spy cameras have become rather popular because of the increased need for safety and security. While there are some cameras that are not appreciated, such as interstate spy cameras looking for speeding, a majority are for the protection of you and your loved ones. Here are 5 different spy cameras to keep in mind.

1. Surveillance cameras

Perhaps the most well known and widely used spy camera is surveillance cameras. Surveillance cameras are often used with companies to make sure there is no theft taking place on the property, especially after hours. Parking lots and banks generally have them as well. Some homes opt to install surveillance cameras for increased security, and they can be rather extensive when it comes to keeping you safe.

2. Wired spy cameras

Some security cameras can become quite expensive because of the technology that is involved. If money is a concern of yours, wired spy cameras are recommended. The reason these cameras are cheaper is because it can be difficult to hide the wires aside from placing them inside the wall. Also, they are difficult to assemble because of all of the wiring and mounting kits needed. But once you have the camera in place, they are quite efficient.

3. Wireless spy cameras

These tend to be the most popular kinds of cameras because of the flexibility and mobility with no wires to worry about. Most of the time wireless spy cameras come with everything you need already. Because of this, there are no extra purchases to make and you can begin spying right away.

4. Micro spy cameras

Micro spy cameras are about the size of a quarter. What is amazing is that these marvelous cameras can shoot just as good of footage as any other camera on the market, if not better. They have been known to shoot as good as many regular sized camcorders. Because of its small size, it can be placed anywhere without being detected.

5. Body-worn cameras

If you are looking to record something in person as opposed to using the camera for security purposes, body-worn cameras can come in handy as a portable camera. They are so small that you can place them in your front pocket or attach it to your shirt button and the entire conversation with people will be recorded.

Technology has grown tremendously and more and more gadgets continue to be developed. The five spy cameras listed above are proof of what technology has brought to us and what is still to come in the future. Regardless of what use you have for them, each of the spy cameras in this article can come in handy.

Michiel Van Kets


People opt to purchase a hidden camera for all sorts of reasons; many of these are for investigative purposes, to be safer in their home or even just to entertain themselves. A hidden camera is useful in all types of circumstances and people from all walks of life request them. The cameras are very easy to use and connect and are not expensive to buy.

A hidden surveillance camera or a nanny cam (so called as they are often used to spy on children’s nannies and baby-sitters) come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and you can easily find something that will fit in with the surroundings. Popular items on the market today are bedside alarm clocks, a children’s furry teddy bear, a dignified wall clock and air filters. Hidden cameras can be hidden away in these items and the person you are checking up on will never even realize.

People require hidden cameras for a number of reasons, some just want to reassure themselves that the nanny is giving their child proper care when they are at work, others may have reasons to suspect their other half of messing around and need some proof. A hidden camera placed strategically can record their activities and you will know the truth soon enough. A hidden camera can be positioned in a quantity of clandestine positions, in the bedroom, living room or outside in the garden or above the front door so you can see who is approaching and whether you want to let them in or not. If there is anything suspicious happening you will find out about it soon enough.

If you are planning on being away for a holiday or just a weekend and the teenagers will be home alone this can be a worrying time for parents. A hidden camera can be facilitated to watch what activities your kids are getting up to, installing a secret camera will either show you they are grown-up enough to be left alone or encourage you to take them with you next time. It can also act as a safety measure by enabling you to check up on the house and that the teenagers are safe and sound.

For those with elderly parents who they take care of at home, a camera can be placed in a strategic position, when you are at work you can access it online and just check that your parent is ok and hasn’t fallen or had an accident whilst home alone. A well placed camera can act as a silent security guard by watching over the house and its occupants while you are not there.

If the house is going to be empty for a period of time, a camera set up on the premises can be a security measure and an effective way to confirm everything is as it should be on your property. A surveillance camera advantageously situated on the business premises can offer many uses, to protect and identify intruders, to check employees are working hard and not taking liberties’ whilst you are away from the office.

Hidden cameras and cams are easy enough to fit and use, just follow the instructions included. Hidden inside many everyday objects found in any household, they include clocks, DVD players, air purifiers and IPod systems. Nobody would guess there was a camera secreted inside.

Spy gear such as a hidden camera can provide you with the truth and give you peace if there has been something bothering you. If you want to check the behavior of a spouse, catch a thieving employee or be able to see who is at the front door at night it can facilitate all these. The bonus with a hidden camera is that the person caught on film will never realize they have been under surveillance.

Hidden cameras and nanny cams are very reasonably priced and can be purchased online.

Muna wa Wanjiru


Music has the ability of not just relaxing us but it can also relieve the day’s tensions. While the majority of us listen to music on our radios there are now alternatives to the traditional radio. These are walkman radios, portable headphone radios, mobile phone radios, the computer’s music channel and even internet radio stations. The many different online radio stations will provide you with a great way to listen to radio online in a variety of languages from all around the world.

By accessing these different internet radio channels you can hear music and listen to radio online dramas and talk shows that you are not able to with your conventional radio channel or even radio device. As you explore these different online stations you will discover that you have a have a choice of free radio online stations and ones where you need to become a member.

The choice to listen to radio online will therefore fall into the category that you choose. With both of these choices you will find that you can listen to a wide range of subject matter and music. The content of these internet radio stations will differ only by what is set by that online radio provider. You can find out what you will be able to access when you want to listen to radio online by looking up the various terms and conditions.

As technology advances you will find that you have many other choices to listen to radio online. At present the more well known online radio stations are ones that we are all familiar with. These are ones like AOL Radio, MSN Radio, Yahoo Radio, XM Radio and many others. Most of the time when you listen to radio online you can tune into radio stations from other countries as well.

So while most of us prefer to listen to radio online stations which provide only local area news, entertainment and sports there are many who like to explore other venues of listening pleasure. For these people the internet and their computer’s music settings will provide the necessary link.

In a time when technology is always advancing people still look for the simple pleasures in life. And to listen to the radio online is one such way. True you will still need to go on the internet to get the music that you want but it is still a simple pleasure that can be found.

The next time that you are thinking about the best way to listen to music you will know that you have a worldwide source right in your home. Listen to radio online and be carried away to a place of calm and relaxation.

Larry Zolna


You are thinking about purchasing a wireless hidden camera but, like many people, are afraid of electronic products. You keep reading about words like “lux” and “camera resolution” and “line of sight” — do I really have to know what these mean? And, isn’t the wireless hidden camera hard to install?

The answer is NO and I’m going to tell you how easy it is to install and use your wireless hidden camera. I will also explain some of the “difficult” terms in plain, understandable English so you won’t be intimidated any more.

The best thing about a wireless hidden camera is just that — it’s WIRELESS! You won’t have to run any wires through your walls or under your rug.

These wireless cameras are called “hidden” because they are built into an existing everyday object that you see in your home or office. Most of these objects are functioning electrical appliances, e.g. clock radios, cordless phones, and even computer speakers.

Each object contains a wireless camera. The camera will function as long as the object is plugged into the wall outlet. For example, even when you turn your radio off, the camera is still working! These objects look natural when plugged into the wall, so your camera remains hidden and unsuspected.

Don’t forget — the object in which your camera is hidden is usually portable, e.g. clock radio. So even if you disconnect the plug from the wall — perhaps to move the object — you can still use your wireless camera with batteries. The batteries work for about 4-8 hours, so it’s best that you have another set handy or use a battery charger for a fresh supply.

You want to purchase a wireless surveillance camera system that is “Plug and Play.” This means just what it says — plug it in and begin using it! Your wireless hidden camera comes with 2 main components: 1) a camera and a transmitter connected inside an everyday object; and 2) a receiver which is attached to your VCR or TV. That’s all there is to it — you’re now ready to record!

Record what? There are unlimited uses for your wireless hidden camera.

How about as a hidden nanny camera — you can watch your children while they are being cared for by their nanny or baby sitter. What about your mother or father who is getting up in years and needs special care. Wouldn’t it be great to know who’s on your property all the time or even at the door? And how about your children — you can keep an eye on your tots with your hidden nanny camera to make sure they don’t leave the house or property. And, now with your small security camera, you will know the real time your teens return home at night!

By using wireless hidden cameras in the workplace, you will always be aware of what’s going on in your store, office and warehouse. Just set up a hidden camera to view your cash register, entrance and exit doors, loading dock, or just about anywhere.

All this and much more can be viewed from your VCR tape or live on your TV. And, with special software, you can watch what’s going on in your home or business on your computer screen, even when you’re away.

Should you choose a Black and White (B/W) or Color Camera? That is a personal choice that you should make. A Black and White camera does better as a low light wireless camera than a color camera because it has a lower lux. Color Cameras, however, would be more helpful to the police in identifying the burglar, shoplifter, assailant, etc. by giving a better description — for example, “the man with red hair in the green and yellow shirt.”

Finally, I promised to explain some technical camera terms. Here are some of the general questions you might ask about your wireless hidden camera:

• What is a Wireless Camera? A wireless camera consists of a camera with a transmitter attached to it and a receiver which connects to a VCR or a TV.

• What is “Plug and Play”? Plug and Play is the easy way to install your wireless surveillance camera system. Just connect the power supply (either AC for wall power or the battery pack) to your camera. Place the object containing the camera to show what you want to review. Connect the receiver to your TV or VCR using the red and yellow RCA cable from the receiver. You are now set up.

• What is a Transmitter? A transmitter is a device that converts video signals into radio frequency signals and transmits them as radio waves.

• What is a Receiver? A receiver is an electronic device that receives radio signals from a transmitter and decodes the signal for use as pictures on your VCR or TV.

• What is “Lux”? Lux is a method of measuring a camera’s sensitivity to light, i.e. it is the amount of light the camera needs to provide an image. The lower the number, the less light the camera needs to reproduce a clear image. A Black and White camera usually has a lower lux than a color camera. It will hold an image longer than a color camera. For example, a B/W camera with a .05 lux will be better in low light than a color camera with a .5 lux.

• What is the meaning of “camera resolution” for security cameras? Camera resolution is a measure of the clearness of a security camera. It’s determined by the number of horizontal video lines that the camera must have to reproduce the correct image. The higher the resolution number, the sharper the image.

• What is a Monitor? A monitor is what you use to view your camera image. The monitor could be a TV, CCTV (closed circuit TV) or even your computer screen.

• What is “Line of Sight”? Line of Sight means that the video signal travels from the transmitter in your camera to a dedicated receiver (e.g. VCR or TV) placed a certain distance away with no obstructions or interference between the two. The signal can go through walls and floors. Low Power Cameras usually have a line of sight of 700 feet. However, you can upgrade to a High Power Camera which has a line of sight of 3,500 feet.

So there you have it — you don’t have to be a camera buff to install or operate your wireless hidden camera. Just plug and play!

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Nahshon Roberts


You know you have seen many Hollywood glorifications of spies when you start thinking that all spies, both reel and real, have only noble intentions in committing industrial espionage. Add in impressive mini spy cameras and other gadgets, and everybody looks like James Bond. This is far from the truth.

As a businessman, you will realize that industrial espionage does not only affect your business, not by a long shot. Depending on the extent of spying performed, the methods employed, and the uses to which the stolen information is applied, industrial espionage causes loss of revenue and taxes, loss of direct and indirect jobs, negative impact on the trade balance, and an undermined confidence in personal and corporate security. In short, you will lose money and people.

Spread of Industrial Espionage

Espionage has been around for a long time. Almost all societies have a history of deception and subterfuge, the enduring practice of which attest to the invaluable role espionage has played in building and destroying organizations.

With the advent of modern technology, the methods employed have also improved. The invention of the mini spy cameras has pushed industrial espionage to new heights (or lows, depending on how you look at it), such that it is virtually impossible to prevent intellectual property theft. Indeed, the detection of Internet spies is easier compared to spies who use mini spy cameras to record confidential information.

Methods Employed

To protect yourself against the debilitating effects of industrial espionage, you need to know the methods employed. This is to enable you to adopt countermeasures to lessen its effects.

Eavesdropping is the interception and interpretation of text messages and audio conversations. This is usually done through telephone bugs, e-mail, and instant messaging interception, among others. Of course, there is always the old-fashioned way of literally putting your ears to the walls. However, with highly advanced mini spy cameras with audio capabilities, this old method is somewhat redundant.

Surveillance uses electronic and technological means, just like eavesdropping. In business, you will encounter the use of cleverly-hidden mini spy cameras that record your documents, processes, and people. The first two are of special concern since these are used to gain economic advantage over you.

Suspicious Behaviors

When your employees access computer files and report to the office after normal or authorized working hours, especially in restricted areas, you might have spies in your organization. If it is possible, install hidden mini spy cameras in strategic areas not only to minimize employee theft of properties but more importantly, intellectual property theft. When your employees also report suspicious and unverifiable laptop theft, watch for signs of spying.

As to business associates, be very wary of them when they change personnel at the last minute for sub-contracting projects. Also, be cautious about inviting them to manufacturing and administrative areas unless absolutely necessary; this might be a ploy to acquire a lay-out of the premises and record trade manufacturing secrets.

For visitors, watch out for guests who break away from the tour group. Again, this might be a plan to acquire information.

Armed with information about how you can prevent, or at least minimize, industrial espionage can help you in organizational development. Use the methods and gadgets of industrial spies to your benefit, too.