• PBandC_NIG@alien.topB
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    10 months ago

    Does anyone know how difficult would it be to “disconnect” a new car? I figure certain vehicles would be harder than others depending on how many controls are buried in the infotainment system, but I’m curious if anyone has tried it.

  • Rubywantsin@alien.topB
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    10 months ago

    By 2026 they’ll be outright eavesdropping your conversions and killing the motor if the on board camera thinks you’re impaired or not paying enough attention. Looks like I’m back to buying 20 year old Camrys.

  • NoRemorse420@alien.topB
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    10 months ago

    Hi so I developed a small scale signal jammer for cell phones installable in cars. It’s the size of a pack of cigarettes! Get this. For 8 years I’ve been trying to get these into cars. I’ve been in meetings with every automanufacturer in the US. Not a single one is interested in making their customers any safer and allowing them to be safer on the road. Basically in layman’s terms they make money when you wreck your car due to negligence. My device cost around 60 to make and wires right into any constant 12v power source. Once you pass 15mph you lose cell signal. Drop below 16mph it comes back. No texts no fb no tik tok no calls. There is no downside except less car wrecks so less cars sold. Makes me wonder how the side detection system got implemented cuz they don’t even car. So ford toyota and chevy can all suck it. They’re no different from the American govt. Wouldn’t know a good policy if it slapped em in the face.

  • Old_Salamander_7479@alien.topB
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    10 months ago

    Not cool. I turn that function off in my car. It causes me to divert concentration from driving. I have a manual shift Corvette drivetrain Camaro SS which has zero auto brake or lane keeping and I prefer the feel of control w/o diversions. Great brakes, concentration, and control = safety. I will answer my texts at home with my car off.

  • BikiniBottom77@alien.topB
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    10 months ago

    > Researchers found data is being gathered by sensors, microphones, cameras, and the phones and devices drivers connect to their cars, as well as by car apps, company websites, dealerships, and vehicle telematics.”

    Holy shit

  • JPIPS42@alien.topB
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    10 months ago

    That’s wiretapping. Fuck everyone involved and fuck this ‘judge’.

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    10 months ago

    Maybe according to some corrupted old ass judge who thinks there are still actual people connecting your phone calls yes. I’m pretty sure the EU will block the shit out of this privacy nightmare.

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    10 months ago

    Judge should have all his/her messages intercpted until they rule its invasive to their privacy.

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      10 months ago

      Let’s just post their address and see how they feel about privacy then. Idiots.

  • News_without_Words@alien.topB
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    10 months ago

    My daily is a 2012 Accord with an aux cord. I feel lucky not liking turbo engines because it limits me to mostly pre-screen cars. Although I’m also far from an average buyer.

    • settledforsatin@alien.topB
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      10 months ago

      Aux is the way! I’m in the process of putting together a mid 2000’s head unit setup for my 8th gen since I want a touch screen, but I don’t want any of this other nonsense. Just gimme a way to play CDs, set up a backup camera, and use my iPod and I’m set.