I Tested Borderline Illegal Devices

These devices vary from destructive electrical tools to consumer-grade electronics that fail to meet functional expectations. While the multi-tools and hardware interfaces demonstrate functional capabilities for radio and computer interaction, the hidden camera and wall-listening gadgets underperform, providing little practical utility.

• USB Kill — A portable device that discharges high-voltage surges into a computer port, permanently damaging the internal hardware [02:42].

• Flipper Zero — A multi-tool for radio protocols that can:

  • Clone wireless signals from devices like garage remotes [05:06].
  • Interact with near-field communication (NFC) systems [05:53].
  • Execute basic scripts or mouse movements [10:03].

• OMG Cable — An altered data cable that functions as a small computer, capable of capturing keyboard input or remotely sending commands to a connected machine [12:15].

• Spy Pen — A disguised audio recorder that suffers from poor interface design, making it difficult to operate for recording tasks [16:37].

• Button Camera — A small visual recording unit that creates low-quality video feeds and fails to provide reliable remote access [21:20].

• Wall listening device — A contact microphone intended to amplify sound through barriers, though it produces mostly static and ambient noise during testing [24:34].

• How does the Flipper Zero interact with wireless devices?

• What is the primary function of the OMG cable?