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Are these apps reliable?

Many apps claim to detect hidden cameras using your phone's sensors, but their reliability is questionable. While some might pick up electromagnetic fields from active devices, they often produce false positives. Experts generally recommend manual checks and physical inspection over relying solely on these apps, especially given the sophisticated devices mentioned in the BBC documentary.

Stories that explain this

BBC documentary finds spycams secretly filming women in private spaces

Questions this opens up

How do these apps work? Are professional detectors better? What about infrared cameras?

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