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Ocelot II

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2. Use a GoPro or other small video camera instead of your phone if you intend to record a protest

Reply to SunSeeker (Original post)

Fri Jan 23, 2026, 04:43 PM

Jan 23

or other event. It's easier to conceal than a phone, and if it's confiscated you haven't lost all that phone data and personal info. Leave your phone at home. If you need one for communication get a burner.

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Filming ICE is legal but exposes you to digital tracking - here's how to minimize therisk [View all] SunSeeker Jan 23 OP

Better yet CountAllVotes Jan 23 #1

Use a GoPro or other small video camera instead of your phone if you intend to record a protest Ocelot II Jan 23 #2

Thanks for sound advice. yellow dahlia Jan 23 #4

Exactly, or just a $30 PopSnap pocket camera by Vivitar from Target or Walmart. SunSeeker Jan 23 #6

Put phone in airplane mode and leave wi-fi and bluetooth as well as NFC off. Wonder Why Jan 23 #3

Thanks for additional advice. yellow dahlia Jan 23 #5

best is a burner phone or dumb camera. uncle ray Jan 23 #7