Welcome to Hardware Addicts, a proud member of the Destination Linux Network. Hardware Addicts is the podcast that focuses on the physical components that powers our technology world.
In this episode, we’re going to be talking about microchip implants and answer the questions whether it’s time to embrace this new technology? Then we head to Camera Corner where Wendy will talk about a camera battery that gets an upgrade which every manufacturer needs to adopt.
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Tech Discussed In This Episode:
I think implantable tech for the purpose of convenience is silly. I do not want a GPS or some other proprietary bit of tech in me. I don’t carry my phone with me everywhere and there is a reason why I do as much as possible with my PinePhone. I pay with cash as much as possible and I avoid the convenience of tech I cannot control. The fact that these chips have an Android and iOS apps made but did not have an open source Linux app available is a GIANT red flag.
Here is a thought, why not put the chip inside something like a silicon ring, like a wedding band. This would allow you to wear it and an upgrade is much less intrusive. Problem solved! I can take it off whenever I want and there is no body modification conducted.
Personally, I am not in favor, in general, of body modification. I would make exceptions for things like hearing, diabetes or other medical conditions should be investigated, as I think restoring damage done by accidents or defect is a wonderful thing but convenience so you can get a cheeseburger easier… I just can’t get behind that. Specific appliance based implementations for restoration is fine. I think, for the MOST part, the bio-electrical machine for which was created that soul resides is nearly perfect. I like the way God created me, just as I am.
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