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I Used This Phone Add-On to Find Hidden Cameras, Leaks and More in My Home

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Why This Matters

The Thermal Master P3 offers consumers an affordable, portable way to detect hidden cameras, leaks, and insulation issues using their smartphones. Its ease of use and versatility make it a valuable tool for home safety, security, and maintenance, potentially saving users money and time. This advancement in accessible thermal imaging technology signifies a shift towards more proactive and DIY home inspections in the tech industry.

Key Takeaways

The Thermal Master P3 is incredibly easy to use for spotting problems at home or away. / Tyler Lacoma/CNET Art Thermal Master P3 9.0 $279 at Amazon Pros & Cons A simple add-on that plugs into a phone and works within a couple of minutes

Supports iPhones and Android phones

Effective heat mapping and pinpoint temperature measurement

Can zoom in and isolate areas for more focused analysis

Effective at detecting hidden cameras, insulation issues, water leaks and more in my tests

Comes with its own secure case for traveling

High-quality design

Tons of customization options, even a birdwatching mode Expensive

Struggles with accuracy near reflective, metallic surfaces

Thermal imaging often makes people think of futuristic goggles and spyware, but technology has come a long way. Today, you can get a small, powerful thermal camera that plugs right into your phone and works within a minute. I know, because I tried one of the newest models from Thermal Master, and I was blown away by everything it could do.

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