ADT Alarm Catches Office Fridge Lunch Thieves in the Act

A few weeks back, there was a bit of speculation about a certain kitchen appliance’s ability to be used as a surveillance tool. Much to Kellyanne Conway’s dismay, turns out that microwave ovens can’t be used as spy cameras. Had she made the claim about refrigerators, however, she might’ve had a point.

After surveying workers in the UK and finding 29 percent of them had their lunch stolen from the shared office fridge, ADT built a new alarm that catches thieves ham-and-cheese-handed. When a potential thief comes within 20 inches of the alarm, “it takes a high-definition picture and sends the owner an email warning them their property is at risk,” The Guardian reported.

Is this overly paranoid? Probably. Do we want one? You bet your leftovers we do.

Meet your guide

Evan Bleier

Evan is a senior editor with InsideHook who earned a master’s degree in journalism from NYU and has called Brooklyn home since 2006. A fan of Boston sports, Nashville hot chicken and Kentucky bourbon, Evan has had his work published in publications including “Maxim,” Bleacher Report and “The Daily Mail.”