The Canadian government plans to ban the Flipper Zero and similar devices after tagging them as tools thieves can use to steal cars.

Canada to ban the Flipper Zero to stop surge in car thefts::The Canadian government plans to ban the Flipper Zero and similar devices after tagging them as tools thieves can use to steal cars.

    • krigo666@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      8 months ago

      Politicians being stupid and thick, as usual.

      This can be replicated with off-the-shelf components and readily available software. The real issue is the low security of cars.

      Also, a similar device with better capabilities is about to hit the market.

      • Corroded@leminal.spaceEnglish
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        8 months ago

        Also, a similar device with better capabilities is about to hit the market.

        What’s it called?