Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Battery Powered Nanny Cameras

Battery powered nanny cameras have started to become a more popular option lately for the simple face that you do not need an external power source and can move the camera basically where ever you want. With it these cameras sharing the same functions as its big brothers the wall powered version, these cameras with built in power packs give you not only motion based, time and date stamp recording, but the battery itself will give you up to 30 days of stand by power on just a single charge.


Granted these cameras may have a higher price range but the benefits of having a truly portable camera well out weigh the extra price of the battery, and with some of the new hidden cameras on the market you now get up to one year stand by on a single charge. If you or anyone you know are on the market for a nanny camera the battery powered units would be my first recommendation since it truly is the "Covert" camera of the future.

Monday, November 18, 2013

Do you think you may have been bugged?

With technology getting smaller and smaller covert recording devices are reaping the benefits of this advancement in technology. You now have battery powered devices that can last up to 30 days on a 8 hour charge. If you suspect that you are either being recorded in your home office or work place there are several steps you can take to protect yourself from someone spying on you, and the first step I would take would be a camera and bug detector.



These devices will not only scan frequencies ranging from 10Mhz to 7GHz but will also scan for wired and wireless cameras and in some cases depending on the style you buy will also scan for GPS trackers as well. In some cases that people think that their vehicle is being tracked by a GPS tracker I would recommend a specific scanner just for that purpose only to cut down the cost on the customer. Now on the personal protection side of things there is a few that I would personally recommend to consumers. Some of the devices I would recommend would be either a white noise generator or cell phone safe.



These devices block, scramble and disable are microphones, radio bugs, GSM bugs, body worn cameras and voice recorders, and any other type of recording device on the market. Hopefully with the knowledge provided in this article you can take the right step in protecting and preventing any one from spying on you. If you have any more questions about anything mentioned above feel free to message us at sales@spyshopsusa.com and we will do our best to answer your questions.      

Saturday, November 16, 2013

Iphone Power Case Hidden Camera and DVR

 The Power Case DVR camera is a high definition camera and video recorder uniquely disguised as an extended battery case for iPhone 4 and 4S. The Power Case DVR is a stand-alone system with all the set up and features built into the case itself. Your iPhone does not have to function for this clever little case to work. Just position the Power Case DVR to record your targeted area.  The handy Automatic Camera Orientation means that the Camera will always be in the correct horizontal position, no matter if the case itself is facing up or down. The Power Case also comes with HDR (High dynamic range) camera option which when set record images clearer in lower light condtions. The Power Case DVR records to 16GB of flash memory.

With the Power Case DVR You Can Easily:
          •         Operate via external switches and button
          •         Take snap shots quickly with one push of the button
          •         Adjust personal settings to make this camera work to your specifications
What Makes the Power Case DVR Different From Other Covert Models?
          •         Low light High Dynamic Range (HDR) function enhances static imaging in decreasing light conditions
          •         Does not actually need a functioning iPhone to work
          •         Stores footage in 16GB of flash memory
 Features
  • Automatic Camera Orientation - The Camera Will Always Be In The Correct Horizontal Position, No Matter If The Case Itself Is Facing Up or Down
  • True High Definition Video Resolution – 1080P or 720P @ 30FPS
  • Night Mode - Is Onboard High Dynamic Range (HDR) Technology That Records Clearer Images in Low Light Environments.
  • Battery Life - 3 Hour Lithium Ion Battery
  • One Touch Snap Shots
  • Light Weight Design
  • Vibration Alerts Indicating Power On, Recording, Snapshot Modes have been Enabled
Specs
Camera sensor:                                   1/3" CMOS ,3 Mega
Pixels Lens:                               F2.7 / 3.4 mm / 4G(Optical)  
Video / Photo File Format:                   Video: MOV, Photo: JPEG                       
Photo Resolution:                                     3 (Real), 5, 8, 12 Megapixels 
Video Resolution:    1920x1080@30fps,1080x720@30fps
Field of Angle:                                            120 degree
Power 3 Level Indication:                 100~60% / 60~20% / 20~5%
Vibration Alert:                       Recording/ Photo Taking/ Weak
Power Operating Switcher B:           Night Mode Off / Night Mode On
Battery Charge Time:                                         4 hours       


Friday, November 15, 2013

Pepper Spray vs Pepper Gel

Recently I have had customers that want to carry pepper spray but are worried about the wind blowing it back in their face. I can understand their concerns especially after accidentally being indirectly sprayed by a customer in my store, and in recent weeks have been doing more research on this to find a answer to the problem.
 What I have come up with is Pepper Gel it is a thicker formula which not only sticks to the attackers face but it reduces pepper spray blow back by 80%. Pepper Gel is just as affective as Pepper Spray in its strength and distance it sprays but will give you the user a more comfortable feeling when using it.

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Custom Built Cameras

I just wanted to take some time out to mention to all those looking for a custom built camera that you can send your ideas and images of the item you would like the camera built into and I will do my best to accommodate your ideas and make it work for your situation. Feel free to email us at sales@spyshopsusa.com with your questions, ideas, pictures and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Below are just a few examples of what has been done in the past so you can get an idea of what we have built for our customers over the past year.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Do you need to monitor your teenager's activities?

It has been brought to my attention lately that more and more parents are wanting to monitor either their teens where a bouts or what they are doing on their phones, tablets or computers and the solutions are simple. Lets first start with the teenager who is driving and you want to know where they are going and IF they are going where they say they are. My suggestion is a very simple one, a real time gps tracker wither it be a plug in model or a external battery powered  model.


These units are accurate with in a 5 foot radius, update every 10 seconds,  show you addresses they stopped at, how long they were stopped for, what the location looks like, and alert your phone if they are in a location you don't want them to be in. Now for electronic device monitoring there are a few products I would suggest but you will have to take in to consideration which one will work best for the outcome that you want to achieve.


 Firstly for computer monitoring I would suggest either the Spy Doc for windows based computers or the E Blaster  for mac based computers, both email you the screen shots and key strokes discretely with out letting the user know you are monitoring them. Secondly if you wanted to monitor the teenagers cell phone you have 2 options there as well and just like the computer monitoring software it is based on the operating software. For android, blackberry and windows mobile cell phones I would strongly recommend the Cell Phone Recon which will give you texts, picture messages, call logs, contact backups, and gps locations every 10 minutes. For IPhones I would recommend the Recover It which will give you text and picture messages (deleted and existing), call logs, and contact back ups. With either program you will need to physically have the phone in your hands and be able to get around the pass code (if there is one) to use the software. If you have any questions about what has been mentioned here please feel free to email us at sales@spyshopsusa.com and one of our staff will be able to assist you with any further questions you may have.      

Monday, November 11, 2013

Why you should purchase a diversion safe

Nowadays, most of us are wary of losing our small treasured possessions and as such, we go to any length to ensure that those precious little items are secured from individuals with the wrong intentions. Well, you don’t have to buy a big safe to keep your minute belongings secure if the threat of burglary at your home is negligible. All you have to do is get yourself a Diversion Safe.

These are basically a small form of home security products that are designed to look and feel like ordinary houshold objects. Any one of these items are commonly found around an everyday household such as cola cans, spray cans, paint pots, electrical sockets, books and many more.
The good thing about this kind of safe is that it incorporates the element of disguise in its design. Unlike other common safes crafted from solid steel and other high grade materials, this safe is simply crafted from very basic material such as soda cans, coffee mug, wall clocks, surge protector, books, and boxes. The simplicity of this safe makes it very hard for someone to suspect that it is actually a safe. Interestingly, a diversion safe is unique because it can be crafted or designed from the shell of common real products. You can use just about anything you imagine from used soda cans and other household item. Just check out some of the items and things that this safe could be designed from. The range of items that can be used is innumerable which makes it quite useful as storage equipment and captivating because of unique and individual styles. Well, there is no doubt that this design offers quite a good number of benefits to you as the owner. It doesn’t attract the attention of anybody in your home or strangers so long as you remain discreet with the use or content of the safe.

The idea of keeping valuable items in such a small object may sound laughable or even ridiculous but the truth is this simple safe really does work. You can literally have one of these hidden safes sitting out in the open where anybody can just be within reach of it. Yet,  no one would have a clue that it is actually a safe. Therefore, that makes this type of safe quite effective in securing your small treasured possessions. Just fill up your diversion safe with whatever mini possessions you want to store and then place the safe where you think it will blend in the best. So, if you have a Del Monte can safe then you can stack it in the cupboard with the other cans. In any case, you won’t bother if someone comes across it because it will look like a regular can of fruit or vegetables. Why would anyone take a second look a can of corn? As long as they don’t try to use it you should be fine. It is quite cheaper to buy this type of safe than a solid steel safe which would cost you several hundreds of dollars and may even be underutilized. For instance, a typical safe that is designed from either a soda or a coffee can may cost less than $20 which makes it quite affordable to most individuals. Regardless of its simplicity, a soda or surge protector safe can still store your prized possessions quite safely and this makes it cost-effective. On the contrary, the diversion safe has a major weakness in design and mechanism. It does not offer considerable protection against fire exposure or impact. This will still prompt you to get a real and costly safe to store more valuable items and documents.