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Reddit Users Debate Mysterious Device Spotted by Teen

2/12/2026

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A Reddit user, InquisitorDan, posted a video of a neighbor's teenager with a mysterious device outside his apartment.
The post drew 20,000 upvotes in two days as users speculated it could be a hidden camera detector.
Some commenters reassured it was harmless, while others suggested the teen might try to access homeowner's Wi-Fi.
Newsweek could not verify the case, and a 2024 survey shows Reddit is trusted more than Google.

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Story summary

A Reddit user, InquisitorDan, posted a video of a neighbor's teenager with a mysterious device outside his apartment.
The post drew 20,000 upvotes in two days as users speculated it could be a hidden camera detector.
Some commenters reassured it was harmless, while others suggested the teen might try to access homeowner's Wi-Fi.
Newsweek could not verify the case, and a 2024 survey shows Reddit is trusted more than Google.