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[–] [email protected] 44 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) (10 children)

I need an android phone that logs me into one fake version of the operating system when I unlock it with one pattern, and another OS when I use my real pattern.

Like a virtual machine kind of deal where the attacker cannot know that there are other logins, or how many. Preferably with some kind of automated system that simulates normal usage so it looks real but boring.

[–] [email protected] 11 points 1 week ago

I know Androids can have user profiles which is what you’re talking about. I wish iOS would do the same thing.

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[–] [email protected] 48 points 1 week ago (1 children)

The article doesn't mention what happens if non-citizens decline, but The Guardian says:

For visa holders and travelers from visa waiver countries, they are at risk of being denied entry if they refuse to unlock devices

[–] [email protected] 32 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Which is really dumb IMO, because if a cop tries that just after being allowed in, then it's a violation of the 4th amendment. I really hate that.

[–] [email protected] 27 points 1 week ago (2 children)

The law here actually extends to areas near international borders(up to 100 miles) and in principle includes any airport that receives international flights. So, basically everywhere. This occasionally comes up in real cases.

[–] [email protected] 13 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Sort of. The federal government has extra control in those 100 miles, but they can't just violate your rights.

[–] [email protected] 15 points 1 week ago (1 children)

In their eyes, foreigners don't have rights.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 week ago (2 children)

They don't in any country, until they enter the country.

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