Comment by rjdj377dhabsn

4 months ago

Private individuals generally aren't systematically using their cameras for mass surveillance of you. The government is.

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eru  4 months ago

Most of the cameras are attached to either Apple or Android devices. The companies that control these ecosystems could use them for mass surveillance. The government could 'politely' ask these companies to do that for them. Or they could just directly order the phones.

  • ocdtrekkie  4 months ago

    Sort of except for the fatal flaw that you are talking about battery powered devices that mostly live in peoples' pockets. The reason Flock cameras and Ring doorbells both serve well for mass video surveillance is consistent predictable location and power.

    • eru  4 months ago

      Maybe, yes. On the other hand, there's lots and lots of people running around with these things, so you get pretty good statistical coverage, especially in cities.