Flipper Zero: the Next Big Car Theft Gadget?
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Flipper zero has been out for 5 years.
cloning a car key fob's radio has been around for years.
My Brother-in-law had his brand new keyless car stolen off of his drive.
Police said the thieves had most likely intercepted the keyfob signal from the keyfob hanging on his keyhook by the front door.
It was only the week before that he was showing off his wonderful keyless miracle car. He was so proud of his new car. Muppet!
Brother-in-law is a psychologist, read a lot of books but hasn't got a clue.