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7 hidden security cameras to help you catch someone in the act

Indulge your Spy Kid dreams with these seven hidden security cameras to keep an eye out when you’re not around.

Whether you’re trying to catch a cheating partner in action or seeing what actually goes on when you leave your dog at home all day, these hidden cameras will fit into every corner of your room.

1. Hidden USB camera

hidden USB Camera

Protect your family, home, and personal property by discreetly monitoring activity with this hidden spy camera.

This USB spy camera automatically records and overwrites the oldest files when full, so there is no need to worry about lost recordings.

The surge-protected SD card slot prevents damage from voltage spikes, keeping the SD card from being corrupted.


2. Hidden surveillance camera

hidden USB Camera

3. Hidden hook camera

hidden hook camera

This hidden camera in a clothes hook is an excellent choice for home or office security. It does not have a light flash, which makes it ideal for covert use.

It does not require Wi-Fi in order to transmit data. When the camera is on and the mode button is pressed twice, it will start recording whenever it detects movement and stop when movement has ceased.

Video documents are automatically saved every 5 minutes in this mode. Unnecessary shots should be avoided to save space on the memory card.


4. Hidden key camera

hidden key camera

This mini camera is disguised as a car key. It has a 1080P HD lens and there is no light display, making it appear like an ordinary key on the outside.

When switched to video mode, it can record in either night or day modes, allowing for high quality videos to be recorded regardless of lighting conditions.

The spy camera has infrared night vision capabilities, allowing for clear footage in dark environments.


5. Hidden charger battery camera

hidden charger battery camera

Unique appearance design, this mini hidden spy camera looks like an everyday object and can be taken anywhere.

Its biggest feature is upgraded night vision, which allows four F5 infrared lights to provide auxiliary lighting for wider recording, and a mini hidden spy camera the infrared lights are invisible when you’re shooting.

This cam can intelligently detect movement and make shooting instantly, stop when there is no motion for a long time and save storage space.


6. Hidden 2 USB port camera

hidden 2 usb port camera

A hidden camera disguised as a USB slot in the middle of the charger, with a built-in Mini WiFi camera lens and dual USB slots.

The discreet security camera supports Wi-Fi remotely view real-time 1080P Full HD video with a viewing angle on your phone anywhere you are.

It has no sound or light when recording, and it will catch a 2mins video clip when it detects movement, and push a message to your phone.


7. Hidden clock camera

hidden clock camera

The latest technology is employed in this small and convenient clock camera. It is more useful than other designs because it can be placed in any room of your home or taken with you when you go out.


8. Hidden camera pen

hidden camera pen

This ultimate spy recording pen records high-definition 1080p video in real time, and it’s small enough to fit into a shirt pocket.

It also comes with a simple one-click system that lets you record videos or take pictures. The wide-angle pen camera is perfect for use as a hidden camera because it’s inconspicuous and easy to use. This spy camera pen also doubles as a traditional writing utensil.


9. Spy camera bracelet

hidden bracelet camera

This spy watch camera looks like a fashionable bracelet and can be worn on either hand. It can be used to record video or take pictures without being detected by others.

With an in-built motion sensor, the hidden cam is activated when it detects movement nearby and begins recording automatically.

Video files are saved every 10 minutes and can be retrieved from the internal memory or micro SD card (not included). The device has no indicator lights, so it can be worn discreetly in almost any setting.


10. Hidden camera speaker

hidden camera speaker

The new, innovative concept of having a camera hidden in a Bluetooth speaker.

This technology-packed device can be used as a music player or video recorder, allowing you to monitor your home without giving away the fact that you are watching.

This product boasts motion-detection sensors and an alarm notification system that alerts users to movement detected.

From the sport to behind the lens: Famous athletes turned photographers

Athletes turned photographers. Taking their unique and skilled eyes on the field/court/ice and transferring it to behind the lens.

Some of the best athletes on the planet have shown to be talented in other fields, like becoming successful designers or actors. And in recent years, athletes have also turned to photography to showcase a completely different side of their talents.

As these athletes get behind the lens, they often find themselves photographing sports events. Some have also gone outside the sports world and photographed concerts, wildlife and their experiences in other countries. 

Here are some of the most notable names of athletes turned photographers.


Kevin Durant

KD, The Slim Reaper, had a front row seat to Super Bowl 50 when he was invited by the NFL as a credentialed photographer for one of the biggest sporting events in the world.

Kevin Durant photography. It even also has a nice ring to it.

Durant has talked about wanting to explore himself outside of basketball. And photography is one of the many ventures he has shown an interest in. He is as skilled a basketball player as there is on the planet. But he has also shown that his talents go beyond the basketball court.

Durant’s photography portfolio looks like it will just keep on building.


Ken Griffey Jr. 

One of the best baseball players to ever play the game and as influential a baseball player as there has ever been. The Kid has picked up a camera and become a professional photographer, working for places like ESPN.

He has been seen on the sidelines of many NFL and NCAA football games, even photographing a game in which his son played in. Ken Griffey Jr. has taken photography seriously ever since he retired in 2010. He is the prototypical example of star athlete turned photographer


Randy Johnson

One of the best pitchers of his era is The Big Unit.

Johnson, who majored in photojournalism in college, began photographing for major media outlets after his retirement. He has photographed for NASCAR.

Johnson has also gone outside of the sports world with his photography. He has captured wildlife like the African safaris, musical artists and concerts. Still, nonetheless he remains one of the most famous and prestigious athletes turned photographers.


Tyson Chandler

The former NBA Defensive Player of the Year winner got into photography right in the prime of his career.

He debuted a photography exhibition called “A Year in a New York Minute.” It documented photographs he took over the course of a year in New York City, London, and Tanzania.

Chandler has said that his 7-foot-1 frame allows him to see angles that most aren’t able to. A benefit of being one of many athletes turned photographers.


Annice Lynn

A former National Figure Skater, Lynn has become an award-winning sports photographer. Her work often captures what goes on behind the scenes of figure skating. She uses her experience as a figure skater to capture the moments that someone not familiar with the sport may miss. 

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Apparently there’s an occasion for practically EVERYTHING, so Happy World Photography Day !

For the third year in a row, I’m super stoke and grateful for the opportunity to be part of the 2020 Kuala Lumpur Photography Festival as an exhibitor and panel speaker for both @womenphotographersmy & @womenstreetphotographers to share the love of photography and visual story telling. Due to the amidst concern of the novel coronavirus, @malaysia_klpf will be hosting its annual exhibition virtually from the 19 August – 19 September 2020. Making KLPF 2020 the first online photo festival in the region.

So mark your September calendar guys and join me on the #KLPF2020 FB Live. Here are the programmes lineup schedules:

Women Street Photographers (@womenstreetphotographers) A dialogue by the curator and the photographers. Panel: Gulnara Samoilova (@gulnara_nyc Founder of Women Street Photographers), Ximena Echague (@ximena_echague Documentary & Street Photographer) & Annice Lyn (Visual Artist, Documentary & Sports Photographer) Country: USA/Malaysia Date: 13 September 2020, Sunday Time: 9.30pm to 11.00pm (Malaysia Time)

Women ‘Photographers Malaysia (@womenphotographersmy)
Her.Perspective’ – An Observation of the Female Eye: A showcase of powerful visuals by women photographers in Malaysia and is intended to break boundaries, impact, and encourage an inclusive culture within the creatives industry in Malaysia. Speakers: Annice Lyn, Aisha Nazar (@aishanazar), Carol Yong (@kehrol) Date: 15 September 2020, Tuesday Time: 9.30pm to 10.30pm

This year will be a special in particular, as the WPM shutter sisters & I were given a platform to conduct an open call to Women Photographers across Malaysia to participate and be apart of something much larger than us an individuals. Not to mention, able to have the capacity to provide windows of opportunities for others, that was once bestowed me was unfathomable, in a good way !

Hence do check out the KLPF 2020 Virtual Online Exhibition, LINK IN BIO ! #WPMPhotos #WomenPhotographersMY 
#KLPF #KLPF2020 #HERPerspective #WomenStreetPhotographers

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Isaac Rochell

A defensive end for the Los Angeles Chargers, Rochell has photographed boxing champions. But he also uses his platform to warn people of the dangers social media can have on someone’s mental health.

Rochell has also photographed many soccer games and even a Lakers game. Like everyone on this list, Rochell has shown he is more than an athlete. An athlete turned photographer.

5 young photographers break down how they capture the ‘perfect shot’

When it comes to photography, it’s all about capturing moments…

But when it comes to having “the eye,” it’s either you’re born with it or you ain’t!

Still, there are plenty of ways to up your game especially if you’re just starting out and want to learn how to get those crispy shots you’re looking for.

It’s all about gaining experience and learning on the go. That’s what is going to help you develop your look, and it never hurts to learn from kids who’ve paved their own lane already.

We spoke to five photographers who explained exactly how it is they get their shots the way they want them. It turns out everyone’s process is different.

Greg Travers

Age: 24

Location: Brooklyn

Years Shooting: 8

Handle: @graverst

“Often times, I’ll just be walking around the city and see some dope shit and take a step back, survey the scene and decide how I want to capture that moment in time. Then, the composition is the next most important component.”

last hours on the left coast

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“The composition really makes the image — I always follow the rule of thirds. With a model, it’s a bit different and I normally just shoot the breeze and ask some open-ended questions while we are shooting to make them feel as comfortable as possible.”

marmalade thoughts all year #bombogenesis

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“Between their statements is often the best moment to capture genuine emotion.”


Paris Toribio

Age: N/A

Location: NYC

Years Shooting: 9

Handle: @paristoribio

“Feel present and take control.”


Matthis Desus

les aigles ne volent pas avec les pigeons

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Age: 19

Location: Montpellier, France

Years Shooting: 3

Handle: @hirozyt

“I think the best way is the surprise. First, prepare the shot, then call the person that you are shooting. Wait just a couple of seconds for them to get comfortable and take it when they are least expecting.”

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“I was with two friends during my first rooftop adventure and thought ‘I’m in Paris, I need the perfect shot’. So I sit at the edge of the roof and tell my friend to just shoot something quickly.”

paris c’est loin 📸: @oui_lit

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“I knew that being on the edge during night time with the Eiffel Tower in the back was the right mix of danger for the shot.”


Jesse Vargas

Age: 21

Location: DMV

Years Shooting: 7

Handle: @vargas.visuals

“Starts with having a vision for what you want to create; for me, the shot doesn’t end when I hit the button, it’s when I’m done fully editing.”

“So when I see the ‘perfect shot’ I’m seeing what I want the finished product to look like and it’s almost like I’m achieving it with every shot.”

“It’s like life on a small scale, if you stay focused on your goal, you’re going to reach it. When I focus in on my perfect shot, I’m gonna hit it.”


Qollapse

Age: 21

Location: Queens, New York

Years Shooting: 3

Handle: @qollapse

“In order for me to get the perfect shot, I already have a mental image of how the shot is going to look.”

“In fashion photography, you spend days and sometimes weeks, planning your mood board, styling, pulling clothes, everything.”

There’s a lot of time invested into getting that camera in my hands, and that model in front of me, so when I’m there to press the shutter I already know what the final product is going to look like.