I wonder if it would be possible to extend the capabilities of the software to triangulate the location of a a Stingray or other false tower with a few more of those devices working in concert in the same area.
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if you've ever used a radar detector you know, people drive like they are always being watched. not often in my experience. doubt these dolts are real sophisticated. fear is their main weapon.
I don't understand the entire first half of your comment. The only explanation I have for how well received it was would have to be the last two sentences which resonated with people.
Remember to leave your phones at home or turned off completely if you go to a protest
Turned off completely isn't off. You'd need to put it in a Faraday bag
Better yet, give it to a friend who isn't attending the protest, and have them drive around with the phone. Pull it out and check some sites with it every few minutes, maybe send a few messages.
How does one build a scanner to detect anomalies consistent with IMSI catchers?
I'm surprised it was finally acknowledged. The anamoliess were discovered in March and tested out at several smaller protests before the big ones.
Burner phone, but the power of photography is necessary. Don't get faces, which isn't usually too hard as everyone faces a single direction.