Security Hacks

Remote Surveillance Spy Vehicle/Office Unit

Remote Surveillance Spy Vehicle/Office Unit

Our loyal reader, Rich, posted this awesome tutorial about making a surveillance spy van. If you've seen any mystery or action movie, you've seen a van stuffed full of fancy electronics and spy equipment.  Now learn to make your own.  Our project...
Covert Security System Hidden inside Garden Lamps

Covert Security System Hidden inside Garden Lamps

All you need to make your own DIY security system with hidden outdoor cameras is the garden lamp housing, network cables, screws, and of course the  IP cameras which you will put up to keep a track of what is happening outside. Today we will...
Build a Motion Activated Spy Camera

Build a Motion Activated Spy Camera

By hacking a motion detector and soldering it to a tiny pinhole 4GB USB Stick Camera (cheap on eBay) you can secretly record video whenever someone enters the room. When motion is detected, the motion sensor sends out a signal which is instructs...
6 Outstanding DIY Spy Projects

6 Outstanding DIY Spy Projects

Everyone loves cool spy gadgets and gizmos. Over the years we've gathered up a comprehensive database of tutorials to help you be stealthy, to teach you how to eavesdrop, and of course snoop your way to becoming the ultimate 007 agent. You'll be...
Build a Remote Control Deadbolt

Build a Remote Control Deadbolt

Using some affordable home automation equipment, learn to build a simple remote control deadbolt.  The system is actually incredibly simple using a solenoid and the X10 Keychain Kit (easy to use and under $12 on ebay) . Â  We have tons of...
DIY Rotating Bookshelves, Staircases and Trap Doors

DIY Rotating Bookshelves, Staircases and Trap Doors

Man makes trap door bookshelf - And teaches you how! Ever seen those hidden bookshelves in the Munsters or Scooby Doo? Always wanted one of your own? Hell yeah! Well now you can with these fantastic projects that teach you how to make your own...
Dorm Room RFID Lock Mechanism

Dorm Room RFID Lock Mechanism

Learn how to create your own RFID locking mechanism using the Parallax RFID module.  If you're unfamiliar with RFID, don't miss our comprehensive RFID tutorial.  The project uses the rather old school Basic Stamp instead of the Arduino but it...
DIY Spy Gadgets: Build a Net Launching Gun

DIY Spy Gadgets: Build a Net Launching Gun

Learn to build a net shooting gun out of PVC pipe and compressed air capable of launching a 9.5' wide net.�� Instead of launching a single projectile like standard pneumatic guns it launches four corner weights which drag the net through...
How to Use RFID to Protect your Beer, Valuables

How to Use RFID to Protect your Beer, Valuables

This fantastic video demonstrates how to use RFID (radio frequency identification) to restrict access to your fridge, or any other location.� Basically, it only allows access to the safe (fridge) if your RFID tag has the proper code.� If...
Super Secret Safe inside a Full Pop bottle

Super Secret Safe inside a Full Pop bottle

Using simple techniques, you can create a hidden safe inside what appears to be a full bottle of soda. Using two bottles, glue, and a bit of styrofoam, you too can easily recreate this simple project. An outstanding way to keep your goods safe. For...