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German Co. Launches Privacy App That Will Act Like 'Digital Condom'

Before engaging in an intimate encounter, users can now click a virtual button on this app to activate the privacy block. A German company introduced this incredible technology.

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In response to the rising concern of unauthorized recordings and the dissemination of intimate content without consent, German company Billy Boy, in collaboration with Innocean Berlin, has developed an app called Camdom which is a ‘digital condom’.

This innovative app will protect users' digital privacy during intimate encounters.

The brain behind Camdom, Felipe Almeida, highlighted the app's primary objective in a recent statement.

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He stated, "Smartphones have become an extension of our body, and we store a significant amount of sensitive data on them. To safeguard users from the recording of non-consensual content, we have introduced the first app capable of blocking camera and microphone access solely through Bluetooth technology."

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What is Camdom?

Camdom is incredibly user-friendly and can be activated effortlessly. Before engaging in an encounter, users simply need to place their smartphones nearby and swipe down a virtual button on the app to activate the privacy block.

This quick and straightforward process ensures that users can enjoy their intimate moments without the fear of unauthorized recording.

One of the standout features of Camdom is its ability to block unauthorized camera, video, and microphone access on multiple devices simultaneously.

This makes the app highly versatile and adaptable for a variety of settings, providing users with peace of mind knowing that their privacy is protected.

If any attempt is made to circumvent the privacy restrictions set by Camdom, the app will sound an alarm, alerting both users. This real-time alert system serves as an added layer of security, ensuring that users are promptly notified of any potential privacy breaches.

Netizens have given mixed reactions to the announcement. While some have offered heartfelt gratitude, others have expressed worries about the digital age.

One wrote on social media, “Finally, a safe precaution for phone sex.”

While someone else remarked, “It’s sad that this is necessary in our society.” 

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