How to detect hidden cameras in hotels

Private space in motels and hotels is always a concern for many people because of the increasingly common situation of image and video leaks. So how to detect hidden cameras? Below are the simplest ways to detect hidden cameras in hotels.

How to detect hidden cameras in hotels

Using the phone camera

It is very difficult for the naked eye to see infrared rays emitted from TV remotes, cameras, etc., but smartphones can do this.

Most cameras today have built-in infrared lights for night recording, so if you are worried about being secretly filmed, you can apply this little trick to detect it.

First, turn off all the lights in the room, then the infrared light on the camera will automatically activate (if available). What you need to do is open the camera application on your smartphone, then rotate the phone around the room. If purple or red spots appear on the viewfinder, then there is definitely a hidden camera in this room.

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Observe the room in normal light

Let's look at the whole thing under normal lighting conditions. Check to see if you see any strange or oddly placed items.

Remember, a camera needs to have a good, clear view. A dot on an object or wall, a shiny bump on an object, an electrical wire… are all things you should pay attention to.

Turn off the lights and use your smartphone

Most cameras are sensitive to light. This can be used to detect hidden cameras. First, close the curtains and turn off all the lights in the room.

Then, start pointing the phone’s flash at suspicious locations. If there is a hidden camera in that location, you will see a small red dot or light reflecting back to the flash light. That is the light emitted from the lens of the hidden camera.

Observe the objects in the room

The most common places to hide cameras in the home are electronic devices, followed by smoke detectors, electrical outlets, digital TVs, internet boxes, wall outlets, air purifiers, alarm clocks, etc.

Other popular items to consider include wall clocks, pens, lava lamps, tissue boxes, books and shelves, hairdryer holders, and stuffed teddy bears. Plants (of all kinds) and vases are also popular.

In addition, if you have enough money, you can buy specialized devices to detect hidden cameras. These devices are capable of detecting radio signals (RF), magnetic fields, infrared rays, etc. used by cameras and microphones.