It's easy to cover the cameras on a phone, but what about the microphones? And are they really listening and sending data off to big tech? Here's the no-nonsense truth along with 4 levels of protection. Be sure to check out DeleteMe to learn how to protect your personal data online: https://www.joindeleteme.com/allthingssecured

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✅ Switching to a Privacy Phone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KsTxYhsiQvY&pp=2AYC

✅ How to De-Google Your Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS50qvGi7is&pp=2AYB


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Video Timestamps
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0:00 - Mobile Privacy: Camera vs Microphone
1:08 - The Reason for an Active Mobile Microphone
1:52 - Mic Privacy Myths: Truth vs Fiction
4:18 - Level 1 Mobile Mic Protection
5:32 - Level 2 Mobile Mic Protection
6:46 - How to Use DeleteMe to Remove Personal Info Online
7:18 - Level 3 Mobile Mic Protection
7:56 - Level 4 - Guardian Ultrasonic Mic Protection
8:55 - Final Takeaway
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Your mobile phone microphone is always active...but is it always recording or listening? In this video, Josh clearly explains the actual risks and what you can do whether you're worried about privacy or you're just a regular individual.

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