i-sightles notebook?
Am I the only one who would like a cam-less portable? does anyone think there is a chance in heck of this?
I know there is nothing "evil" going on with it, but I cant help but to think what will happen when some badware starts fiddling with these built in cameras in portables (mac or Windows)...
Is there any demand for a cam-less notebook here in Mac Land, or at least a non-software-controlled hardware lense cover?
Maybe it is just my taste, but I do not like my tools to look back at me...so orwellian
Edited to fix a typo
I know there is nothing "evil" going on with it, but I cant help but to think what will happen when some badware starts fiddling with these built in cameras in portables (mac or Windows)...
Is there any demand for a cam-less notebook here in Mac Land, or at least a non-software-controlled hardware lense cover?
Maybe it is just my taste, but I do not like my tools to look back at me...so orwellian
Edited to fix a typo
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Am I the only one who would like an cam-less portable? does anyone think there is a chance in heck of this?
I know there is nothing "evil" going on with it, but I cant help but to think what will happen when some badware starts fiddling with these built in cameras in portables (mac or Windows)...
Is there any demand for a cam-less notebook here in Mac Land, or at least a non-software-controlled hardware lense cover?
Maybe it is just my tast, but I do not like my tools to look back at me...so orwellian
umm paranoid much? u think its watching u?
umm paranoid much? u think its watching u?
Did you read the post? it isnt apple I worry about...I worry about shady 3rd parties...and really: why no hardware lense cover?
a_greer: would these be the same malicious peoples infesting your MacBook with viruses and spyware? What's that? There isn't any? Exactly.
Just use a Post-It.
In fact, it's way too much trouble. If someone was going to snoop on you, they'd do it elsehow.
Did you read the post? it isnt apple I worry about...I worry about shady 3rd parties...and really: why no hardware lense cover?
You can tell if it's on by the little light next to the camera.
and really: why no hardware lense cover?
I agree. I don't really care about 3rd parties using it but I hate when I open fairly innocent apps like the bundled games and see my ugly mug on screen. It's like having a personal mirror. Taking into consideration the glossy displays, I'm beginning to think Apple wants us to start looking at ourselves more.
if your that paranoid, theres always duck tape
Duct tape. Unless you're specifically advertising Duck brand duct tape, that is.
Sorry, I just had to correct that.
Back on topic: with current technology, I'd be less worried about the camera in the machine than in the data your transmitting to forums, chat rooms and online stores. It's much easier to capture & search than employing someone to watch your video stream 24/7.
Duct tape. Unless you're specifically advertising Duck brand duct tape, that is.
Sorry, I just had to correct that.
Back on topic: with current technology, I'd be less worried about the camera in the machine than in the data your transmitting to forums, chat rooms and online stores. It's much easier to capture & search than employing someone to watch your video stream 24/7.
Actually, it was duck tape before there was duct tape.
It was named because it repels water like duck's feathers.
Duct tape. Unless you're specifically advertising Duck brand duct tape, that is.
Sorry, I just had to correct that.
hahahahaha you learn something everyday lol cheers
So I do think Apple needs a no-camera model.
Duct tape. Unless you're specifically advertising Duck brand duct tape, that is.
Sorry, I just had to correct that.
You shouldn't have.
It was originally developed during World War II in 1942 under the name "Duck Tape" as a waterproof sealing tape for ammunition cases. [..] The [later] name "duct tape" came from its use on heating and air conditioning ducts, a purpose for which it, ironically, has been deemed ineffective by the state of California and by building codes in most other places in the U.S.
I have a friend who works with Lawrence Livermore Labs. They use a lot of Macs, but are having to phase out Apple laptops because they are not allowed to take cameras into the facility. He has to drop off his cell phone every time he visits.
So I do think Apple needs a no-camera model.
"You loved the iPod Sock, now you'll love the iSight iCepick! Security problems? A one-time application of the iSight iCepick to your MacBook or MacBook Pro's iSight camera, and your problems are over!"
"You loved the iPod Sock, now you'll love the iSight iCepick! Security problems? A one-time application of the iSight iCepick to your MacBook or MacBook Pro's iSight camera, and your problems are over!"
The problem is, those guards are not easily convinced. If it has anything that looks like a lens, then good-bye machine. I think at least they''ll be happier now that the Mac Pro is out. For a while, the only intelmacs they were allowed to have were minis.
I have a friend who works with Lawrence Livermore Labs. They use a lot of Macs, but are having to phase out Apple laptops because they are not allowed to take cameras into the facility. He has to drop off his cell phone every time he visits.
So I do think Apple needs a no-camera model.
Yes, a relative of mine works at Boeing and they don't allow phones with cameras on them in the facility. He had to get a company authorized phone. Same restrictions would apply to computer cams.