turning this phone into a security cam because there are burglars around here

Oct 24, 2025 · 5:34 PM UTC

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Replying to @donsatamoto
This guy is the hardware king
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i'm monitoring the situation
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Replying to @donsatamoto
can u 3d print a gun
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nice try fed
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Replying to @donsatamoto
define monitoring the situation
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run Tailscale on it, then connect to the rtsp stream via VLC or similar
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yes something like that
Replying to @donsatamoto
this is what infrastructure hacking looks like. most people get defensive about security, you're just solving it with whatever's at hand. the transparent case is art. fully onboard with turning everyday consumer hardware into operational tools when the alternatives are expensive or don't exist. this is the actual future.
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all i can say is facts
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Replying to @donsatamoto
I still have an old iPhone. I need to get around to messing with it and using it for something
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yes it's fun
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Replying to @donsatamoto
Desperate times call for improvised measures.
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exactly
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have it stream rtsp and connect it to an improvised nvr/monitor
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i still need to figure out the best way to monitor the situation
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Proving once again there's nothing you can't do
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so many things bro
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Replying to @donsatamoto
Learned the hard way that the LiPo will expand if it sits on trickle charge with the built-in BMC. Worth taking it out if you can.
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oh yes thank you
Replying to @donsatamoto
MAMA, PAPA, I WANNA BE SAT.
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no you don't
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What software stack are you using for this?
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still have to think about it, will post something
Replying to @donsatamoto
Repurposing phone hardware is an art I wish to learn its so underated
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yes true
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Replying to @donsatamoto
@patel_chint this guy gets it self host everything
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I need one also for cookies thief in the house
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Is that an old iPhone or Samsung?