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Can Police Take Your Home Security Videos? 3 Ways It's Legal

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-18 18:00:00

Home security cameras and video doorbells provide many ways to protect privacy, from end-to-end encryption to the ability to use local video storage instead of storing on the cloud. But when the cops get involved, it's another story. Law enforcement has several options to take home security videos that you've recorded. That can include videos held in the cloud by your security company and even videos you may be keeping in a local hub that you own. It's important to know your rights, know when t

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Ryan Reynolds Fesses Up to Leaking ‘Deadpool’ Test Footage

gizmodo.com Justin Carter 2025-10-07 14:30:15

The big reason we have a Deadpool film trilogy is because of leaked test footage for the first movie back in 2014. It’s since become generally agreed upon that leading man Ryan Reynolds probably had something to do with it, and now the actor himself has gone and said he leaked it, yeah. Talking to Entertainment Weekly at TIFF, Reynolds said the leak may have been “cheating,” but done with the best of intentions. “I think I was onto something that people would be interested in,” he told the outl

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Waymo Says You’re Not Getting Its Footage Without a Warrant

gizmodo.com Riley Gutiérrez Mcdermid 2025-10-09 18:59:40

Waymo is quietly drawing new boundaries over how authorities access data from its autonomous vehicles. The company said it will reject any requests that are not backed by a legal request such as a warrant or court order. The move is one of several signaling a growing tension between innovation, privacy, and law enforcement power. A new privacy guardrail Waymo co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana recently emphasized that the company will challenge, limit, or reject robotaxi footage requests from law enforc

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I took this 360-degree camera around the world - why it's still the most versatile gear I own

zdnet.com Prakhar Khanna 2025-10-22 05:00:00

Prakhar Khanna/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. The Insta360 X5 is my favorite travel camera. I love it for its versatility, ease of use, and user-friendly app. It is more expensive than its predecessor but offers better video quality, replaceable lenses, improved battery backup, and more. I started using this 360-degree action camera in May, and within three months, it had earned a permanent spot in my travel backpack. It is now on sale for Labor Day. Review: Insta

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I took this camera on 5 trips, and it is now my must-have travel essential

zdnet.com Prakhar Khanna 2025-10-28 18:23:33

Prakhar Khanna/ZDNET The Insta360 X5 is my favorite travel camera. I love it for its versatility, ease of use, and user-friendly app. It is more expensive than its predecessor but offers better video quality, replaceable lenses, improved battery backup, and more. I started using this 360-degree action camera in May, and within three months, it has earned a permanent spot in my travel backpack. And it is now on sale for Labor Day. Review: Insta360 X5 The Insta360 Labor Day sale brings a $30 di

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Best 360 Cameras (2025), Tested and Reviewed

wired.com Scott Gilbertson 2025-10-30 01:00:00

Top 4 360 Cameras Compared Insta360 X5 Insta360 X4 DJI Osmo 360 Ricoh Theta X Price (sale) $550 $500 ($350) $550 $597 Max Video Specs 8K 30 fps 360, 4K 60 fps in single lens mode 8K 30 fps 360, 4K 60 fps in single lens mode 8K 50 fps / 4K 120 fps in single-lens mode 5.7K 30 fps 360 / 4K 30 fps in single lens mode Single Lens Mode Yes Yes Yes Yes Photo Resolution 72 MP (11,904 x 5,952), 18 MP (5,888 x 2,944). RAW (DNG) supported 72 MP (11,904 x 5,952), 18 MP (5,888 x 2,944). RAW (DNG) supported

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Computer fraud laws used to prosecute leaking air crash footage to CNN

news.ycombinator.com Tim Cushing 2025-10-29 22:04:56

Investigators Used Terrible Computer Fraud Laws To Ensure People Were Punished For Leaking Air Crash Footage To CNN from the if-it-can-be-abused,-it-WILL-be-abused dept Earlier this year, an Army helicopter collided with a passenger plane over the Potomac River in Washington, DC. All sixty-seven people aboard both vehicles were killed. While the FAA focused its investigation on the failures that led to this mid-air collision, local investigators in Virginia were somehow far more concerned abou

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This $1,000 Drone Is Built for the High Seas

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2025-10-31 18:52:28

Zero Zero Robotics, the makers of the HoverAir line of drones, is suddenly more taken with water than air. The upcoming $1,000 HoverAir Aqua—which is currently crowdfunding on Indiegogo—may be the first drone built for Atlanteans or anybody who spends their free time on open waters. The one major drawback will hinder your total flight times while reminding you of your grade school lessons about why electricity and water don’t mix. Welcome to the drone life aquatic. Now, I know what you’re proba

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Insta360’s New Detachable Action Camera Makes GoPros Look Even More Outdated

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2025-11-02 03:29:45

Insta360 wanted to upset the staid design of action cameras two years ago with its Insta360 Go 3 and its odd magnetic camera pod. As much as I may want to stick a camera on my fridge, most users still want a device that will shoot video of the same quality as their average GoPro—no matter if the camera itself is the size of their thumb. As with most lenses, inevitably, you have to go bigger. The new $450 Insta360 Go Ultra trades out the old pop-out pod shape for a cube. It makes this magnetic ac

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gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2025-11-02 09:29:45

Insta360 wanted to upset the staid design of action cameras two years ago with its Insta360 Go 3 and its odd magnetic camera pod. As much as I may want to stick a camera on my fridge, most users still want a device that will shoot video of the same quality as their average GoPro—no matter if the camera itself is the size of their thumb. As with most lenses, inevitably, you have to go bigger. The new $450 Insta360 Go Ultra trades out the old pop-out pod shape for a cube. It makes this magnetic ac

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The Tiniest Action Camera Is Now Slightly Larger, and So Much Better for It

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2025-11-02 21:29:45

Insta360 wanted to upset the staid design of action cameras two years ago with its Insta360 Go 3 and its odd magnetic camera pod. As much as I may want to stick a camera on my fridge, most users still want a device that will shoot video of the same quality as their average GoPro—no matter if the camera itself is the size of their thumb. As with most lenses, inevitably, you have to go bigger. The new $450 Insta360 Go Ultra trades out the old pop-out pod shape for a cube. It makes this magnetic ac

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I tried Meta's new Oakley smart glasses in my production studio - my verdict as a content creator

zdnet.com Jason Howell 2025-11-16 05:06:00

Jason Howell/ZDNET Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source on Chrome and Chromium browsers. When I saw that Oakley and Meta's collaboration on the HSTN Limited Edition smart glasses with improved 3K video for $499, I was excited they might be the perfect pair of POV glasses for the studio. Oakley's sport-forward design isn't my favorite, but I could easily overlook any aesthetic shortcomings if they nailed my primary use case of easy, hands-free recording fo

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I tested Meta's new Oakley smart glasses in the studio - my take as a content creator

zdnet.com Jason Howell 2025-11-24 15:00:00

Jason Howell/ZDNET When I saw that Oakley and Meta's collaboration on the HSTN Limited Edition smart glasses with improved 3K video for $499, I was excited they might be the perfect pair of POV glasses for the studio. Oakley's sport-forward design isn't my favorite, but I could easily overlook any aesthetic shortcomings if they nailed my primary use case of easy, hands-free recording for my smartphone reviews and how-to content. Also: I spent a weekend with Meta's new Oakley smart glasses - t

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Scientists hid secret codes in light to combat video fakes

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-11-24 15:45:56

It's easier than ever to manipulate video footage to deceive the viewer and increasingly difficult for fact checkers to detect such manipulations. Cornell University scientists developed a new weapon in this ongoing arms race: software that codes a "watermark" into light fluctuations, which in turn can reveal when the footage has been tampered with. The researchers presented the breakthrough over the weekend at SIGGRAPH 2025 in Vancouver, British Columbia, and published a scientific paper in Jun

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The FBI Is Reportedly Holding the Missing Footage From Outside Epstein's Cell

futurism.com Unknown 2025-12-17 02:10:45

Despite official insistence to the contrary, insiders say that the US government is in possession of the "missing minute" from the footage outside of Jeffrey Epstein's Manhattan jail cell when the infamous pedophile died. Earlier this month, attorney general Pam Bondi released what the Justice Department referred to as the "full raw" surveillance footage from outside Epstein's cell — a still frame of which is shown above — documenting nearly 11 hours of the outside of the disgraced financier's

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AI-Generated Content on Netflix Is Already Here

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-12-27 14:35:03

How soon will it be before Netflix subscribers begin to see movies and TV shows that were made with generative AI technology? According to CEO Ted Sarandos, it's already happened. In a video conference call after Netflix's earnings were announced on July 17, Sarandos took questions, one of which was focused on when and how the streaming company will generate content with artificial intelligence tools. Surprisingly, Sarandos said the company already did it, on an Argentinian sci-fi show called

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Earthquake Causes 2.5-Meter Ground Slip in First-Ever Footage

news.ycombinator.com Ashley Fike 2025-12-30 22:15:22

A security camera in Myanmar captured something scientists have never seen before on film: the surface of the Earth lunging sideways during a magnitude 7.7 earthquake. In 1.3 seconds, the ground shifted 2.5 meters (a little over 8 feet), revealing something researchers have only been able to model or guess at until now. It’s the first direct video of a fault line in motion, offering a rare, horrifyingly calm glimpse at the forces that shape continents and rearrange cities. Videos by VICE Scie

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Aardman’s Pokémon show is a delightful-looking romp that follows Sirfetch'd and Pichu

engadget.com Unknown 2025-12-30 22:59:07

We knew that Aardman, the animation studio behind Wallace & Gromit, was prepping a Pokémon show , but now we have some juicy details and actual footage. Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d and Pichu, as the name suggests, follows the sword-wielding Sirfetch'd and the baby pre-evolution of Pikachu. It looks extremely charming, as one would expect from Aardman. The trailer is on the shorter side, but shows the dynamic duo getting involved in some cutesy shenanigans as an oblivious Wool

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Ring introducing new feature to allow police to live-stream access to cameras

news.ycombinator.com Matthew Guariglia 2026-01-05 03:25:09

Ring founder Jamie Siminoff is back at the helm of the surveillance doorbell company, and with him is the surveillance-first-privacy-last approach that made Ring one of the most maligned tech devices. Not only is the company reintroducing new versions of old features which would allow police to request footage directly from Ring users, it is also introducing a new feature that would allow police to request live-stream access to people’s home security devices. This is a bad, bad step for Ring an

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When Will You See AI-Generated Content on Netflix? It's Possible You Already Have

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-06 14:27:11

How soon will it be before Netflix subscribers begin to see movies and TV show that were made with generative AI technology? According to CEO Ted Sarandos, it's already happened. In a video conference call after Netflix's earnings were announced on July 17, Sarandos took questions, one of which was focused on when and how the streaming company will generate content with artificial intelligence tools. Surprisingly, Sarandos said the company already did it, on an Argentinian sci-fi show called E

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Ring reintroduces video sharing with police

theverge.com Emma Roth 2026-01-06 15:51:26

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Ring has once again started letting police request footage from users. Axon, a law enforcement technology company and maker of TASER, announced in April that it’s partnering with Ring to allow customers to share “relevant video with law enforcement to help solve crimes faster and safeguard neighborhoods,” as spotted earlier by Business Insider. The

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Insta360 now offers lens filters and a larger battery for its 360-degree action cam

theverge.com Andrew Liszewski 2026-01-12 05:14:38

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. It’s been less than three months since Insta360 released its X5 360-degree action camera, but the company is already introducing new accessories and a major firmware update. Improvements include a new AdaptiveTone feature delivering “better color and detail in both bright and dark areas” when filming with both lenses, and a larger battery you can

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The FBI's Jeffrey Epstein Prison Video Had Nearly 3 Minutes Cut Out

wired.com Dhruv Mehrotra 2026-01-14 10:40:27

Newly uncovered metadata reveals that nearly three minutes of footage were cut from what the US Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation described as “full raw” surveillance video from the only functioning camera near Jeffrey Epstein’s prison cell the night before he was found dead. The video was released last week as part of the Trump administration’s commitment to fully investigate Epstein’s 2019 death but instead has raised new questions about how the footage was edited and a

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Insta360's X5 cam update brings ND filters, a giant battery and improved exposure

engadget.com Unknown 2026-01-15 05:00:07

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Insta360 has launched a firmware upgrade and new accessories for its X5 360-degree camera as part of what it calls the Insta360 Summer Update. Key new features include "AdaptiveTone" to improve dual camera exposure, a new "Ultra Battery" for longer recording times, an ND filter set and

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Metadata Shows the FBI’s ‘Raw’ Jeffrey Epstein Prison Video Was Likely Modified

wired.com Dhruv Mehrotra 2026-01-20 05:23:55

The United States Department of Justice this week released nearly 11 hours of what it described as “full raw” surveillance footage from a camera positioned nearby Jeffrey Epstein’s prison cell the night before he was found dead. The release was intended to address conspiracy theories about Epstein’s apparent suicide in federal custody. But instead of putting those suspicions to rest, it may fuel them further. Metadata embedded in the video and analyzed by WIRED and independent video forensics e

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Why I recommend this 8K pocket camera over traditional shooters - especially at this price

zdnet.com Ant Pruitt 2026-01-21 15:00:15

ZDNET's key takeaways The Insta360 X5 delivers fantastic image quality and retails for $549. The improved waterproof and build quality are useful upgrades. I just wish the lens didn't scratch as easily. View now at Amazon For Amazon Prime Day, you can save $30 on the Insta360 X5, bringing the new price down to $519. Almost exactly a year later, the team at Insta360 is back with its latest 360-degree camera: the X5. I previously tested the X4 during a college campus visit with my family and w

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This is the easiest drone I've ever flown - and it's not even close

zdnet.com Ant Pruitt 2026-01-24 04:00:15

ZDNET's key takeaways The Hoverair X1 Pro Max stands out with an eye-catching, unconventional design that sets it apart from typical drones. One of its standout capabilities is 8K video recording, offering stunning resolution for high-quality footage. However, its battery life leaves much to be desired, limiting how long you can fly before needing a recharge. $699 at Amazon I'll admit: before testing the Hoverair X1 Pro Max, I definitely had trepidation about the device. Drones and quad-copte

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Amazon Even Offers the Newly Released DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal Stabilizer at an All-Time Low for Prime Day

gizmodo.com Brittany Vincent 2026-01-28 20:45:23

Filming with your phone has come a long way. Today’s smartphones can capture 4K footage, slow motion, cinematic scenes, and more, but even with all that power, there’s one thing that’s tough to fix in post: shaky hands. Whether you’re walking through a park, chasing after your kids, or just trying to film a smooth pan of your surroundings, it seems like you’ve always got a little bit of shakiness to contend with. But there’s a solution, and it doesn’t mean having to get a completely new camera.

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GoPro’s Anamorphic lens makes it easy to get stylish cinematic action shots

engadget.com Unknown 2026-02-14 00:32:00

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . GoPro’s Anamorphic lens mod is finally available to buy, completing the set of lenses the company teased when it announced its Hero 13 action cam. At the time, the most significant change to the latest edition of its best-selling camera was the ability to attach a selection of lenses a

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Arma 3 and War Thunder clips are being passed off as real airstrike footage in the Iran - Israel conflict

techspot.com Rob Thubron 2026-03-02 14:09:00

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years.TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust Facepalm: It seems that wherever there is war in the world, there will also be clips of video games that people claim are real footage. Once again, this form of propaganda involves old favorites Arma 3 and War Thunder, with the Middle East conflict helping increase the spread. Following Israel's surprise airstrikes on Iranian targets on June 13, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps posted a cl

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I tested Meta's new Oakley smart glasses in the studio - my take as a content creator

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