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Welcome to Tech Brewed! In this episode, host Greg Doig dives into Bluetooth security, focusing on newly discovered vulnerabilities in wireless earbuds and headphones that affect popular brands such as Sony, Bose, JBL, Marshall, and Jabra. Greg Doig breaks down how recent flaws in Bluetooth chips could let hackers connect to your headphones from up to 30 feet away—without you even knowing—potentially eavesdropping on calls or accessing personal data. But it’s not all doom and gloom: Greg Doig also shares simple, practical steps you can take today to boost your Bluetooth security, from updating firmware to making your devices non-discoverable. If you rely on wireless audio, this episode is packed with must-know tips to keep your tech (and conversations) safe.
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