{"product_id":"flockyou-m5-atom-lite-flock-camera-detector-wifi-alpr-awareness-tool-with-blue-led-alert","title":"FlockYou M5 Atom Lite Flock Camera Detector | WiFi ALPR Awareness Tool with Blue LED Alert","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBefore You Order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e M5Stack Atom Lite with FlockYou firmware installed and basic usage notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a USB-C power source. A USB-C cable may not be included unless explicitly stated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetection and alerts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passively monitors supported 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi signatures associated with Flock cameras; LED status and detection alerts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetection limits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alerts depend on supported wireless signatures, signal conditions and installed firmware. The device cannot detect every target; no alert does not prove that an area is free of surveillance or tracking equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThe FlockYou M5 Atom Lite Detector\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, privacy-focused wireless awareness tool built on the M5Stack Atom Lite ESP32 platform and preloaded with FlockYou-style WiFi detection firmware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for researchers, privacy advocates, and people who want better awareness of surveillance infrastructure in their area, this device passively monitors nearby 2.4 GHz WiFi activity for known Flock Safety camera signatures. The onboard RGB NeoPixel indicator gives you a clear visual status at a glance — no screen, phone app, or laptop required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a lightweight, plug-and-go detector for passive awareness, not a jammer, bypass tool, or network intrusion device. It does not connect to protected networks, authenticate to any access point, interfere with cameras, or transmit disruptive traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFlock is rapidly changing their firmware and hardware — this won't detect every Flock camera; our firmware updates regularly with new signatures.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe firmware is based on open-source FlockYou research and tooling from Colonel Panic and a fork of the public \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/colonelpanichacks\/flock-you\"\u003ecolonelpanichacks\/flock-you GitHub project\u003c\/a\u003e called \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/simeononsecurity\/flock-you-esp32\"\u003eflock-you-esp32\u003c\/a\u003e by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/simeononsecurity.com\/articles\/flock-you-detection-project-counter-surveillance-hardware-guide-2026\/\"\u003eSimeonOnSecurity\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 1em 0; padding-left: 2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eBuilt on the compact M5Stack Atom Lite ESP32 development board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003ePreloaded with FlockYou-inspired WiFi detection firmware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003ePassively scans 2.4 GHz WiFi frames for known Flock Safety camera indicators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eUses known Flock-related WiFi OUI signatures and wildcard probe behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eRGB NeoPixel LED provides real-time visual status: green while scanning, red flash on detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eUSB-C powered for simple use in a vehicle, bag, desktop, or mobile setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eNo cloud account, subscription, or internet connection required for standalone alerting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eCompact 24 mm x 24 mm form factor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eEducational and research-focused counter-surveillance awareness tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLED Status Indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin: 1em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 0.5em; background-color: #f9f9f9; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 0.5em; background-color: #f9f9f9; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMeaning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 0.5em;\"\u003e🌈 Rainbow sweep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 0.5em;\"\u003eDevice powering on and initializing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 0.5em;\"\u003e🟢 Solid green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 0.5em;\"\u003eActively scanning — no Flock signatures detected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 0.5em;\"\u003e🔴 Red flash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 0.5em;\"\u003eSuspected Flock Safety camera detected nearby\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHardware Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unit is based on the M5Stack Atom Lite ESP32 IoT Development Kit, featuring:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 1em 0; padding-left: 2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eESP32-PICO-D4 dual-core processor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003e2.4 GHz WiFi support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eBuilt-in 3D antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eUSB-C power and programming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eIntegrated RGB NeoPixel LED indicator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eCompact plastic enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eProgrammable button\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003e4 MB flash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor basic standalone use, plug the device into a USB-C power source such as a wall adapter, power bank, laptop, or vehicle USB adapter. Once powered on, the LED will sweep through a rainbow color cycle to confirm startup, then settle to solid green indicating the device is actively scanning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a suspected Flock Safety camera signature is detected, the onboard RGB LED will flash red as a simple visual alert, then return to green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 1em 0; padding-left: 2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003ePlace the device where it has a clear view of nearby wireless signals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eAvoid burying it inside metal enclosures, glove boxes, or heavily shielded areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eUse it while walking, driving, or surveying an area where ALPR or surveillance camera presence is being researched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eTreat detections as indicators, not absolute proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eConfirm findings with additional research, public records, visual observation, or mapping tools where appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetection range and reliability can vary based on distance, antenna orientation, building materials, vehicle placement, local WiFi congestion, and how the nearby camera hardware is configured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eUsing with the FlockYou Dashboard \/ App\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe device can also be used with the FlockYou dashboard where supported by the installed firmware configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use it with the dashboard:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin: 1em 0; padding-left: 2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eConnect the device to a computer using USB-C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eInstall the FlockYou dashboard requirements from the public GitHub project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eLaunch the dashboard software from the api folder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eOpen the local dashboard in your browser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eSelect the serial port for the connected device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eDetections should appear live in the dashboard when the device observes matching WiFi signatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe public FlockYou repository includes dashboard tooling that can ingest detection events over USB serial and display detections in a local web interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProject links:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 1em 0; padding-left: 2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eColonel Panic Tech: \u003ca style=\"color: #3b82f6; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/colonelpanic.tech\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/colonelpanic.tech\/\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eFlockYou GitHub Repository: \u003ca style=\"color: #3b82f6; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/colonelpanichacks\/flock-you\"\u003ehttps:\/\/github.com\/colonelpanichacks\/flock-you\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere supported, the dashboard may allow advanced workflows such as live detection review, GPS-assisted wardriving, event logging, and exporting detection data. These features may require additional setup, a computer or phone browser, location permissions, or a separate GPS source depending on the dashboard configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the preloaded detector hardware. Dashboard\/app use may require additional software setup by the user.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetection is based on passive observation of nearby WiFi behavior and known public research signatures. Results may vary depending on distance, signal strength, camera configuration, firmware changes, surrounding WiFi noise, and environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis device is intended for security research, privacy education, and lawful surveillance-awareness use only. Always follow applicable local laws regarding wireless monitoring and public-space research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis device does not disable, jam, bypass, interfere with, or connect to Flock Safety cameras or any other networked device. It is a passive awareness tool only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 1em 0; padding-left: 2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003e1x M5Stack Atom Lite ESP32 device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eFlockYou-style detection firmware preinstalled (rainbow boot → green idle → red on detection)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: 0.5em 0;\"\u003eBasic usage notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB-C power cable may not be included unless selected or stated in the listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFirmware Updates \u0026amp; Troubleshooting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eBefore requesting support or a return, please update your device to the latest firmware and review the troubleshooting guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/simeononsecurity.github.io\/flock-you-esp32\/\"\u003eFlock You Setup, Firmware Updates, Dashboard, and Troubleshooting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eMany common issues are resolved by updating to the latest firmware and verifying device operation through the web dashboard. The guide includes firmware downloads, setup instructions, dashboard access, feature documentation, and solutions for the most common issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003csection class=\"sts-product-guides\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSetup guides and downloads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload your free PDF guide for setup, power requirements, troubleshooting and documentation links. Save a copy for offline reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/1340\/9838\/files\/sts-flockyou-guide.pdf?v=1790454935\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload FlockYou: setup and alerts (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProject documentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/simeononsecurity\/flock-you-esp32\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFlockYou firmware and board targets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the instructions for your exact hardware and installed firmware version. Setup help: support@stscollective.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"sts-product-details-v2\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHardware, firmware, compatibility, testing, and support\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e FlockYou M5 Atom Lite Flock Camera Detector | WiFi ALPR Awareness Tool with Blue LED Alert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware:\u003c\/strong\u003e FlockYou is the firmware or software path identified above. The listing states that the image is installed or preloaded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review the hardware, power, operating system, software, accessory, and regional requirements stated above before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing does not promise individual pre-shipment testing. Contact support before ordering if you need a specific verification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup and DIY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the project, setup, and DIY references already included in this description. Follow the guide for the exact hardware and firmware. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/colonelpanichacks\/flock-you\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eProject or setup documentation 1\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/simeononsecurity\/flock-you-esp32\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eProject or setup documentation 2\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/simeononsecurity.com\/articles\/flock-you-detection-project-counter-surveillance-hardware-guide-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eProject or setup documentation 3\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact support@stscollective.com for setup and product questions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLawful use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use only on hardware, networks, cards, radio bands, and systems you own or have explicit permission to test. Follow applicable laws, platform rules, privacy rules, and radio regulations. Do not access, copy, interfere with, or disrupt other people's systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"sts-diy-flashing-v1\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDIY flashing option\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlashing your own compatible device is usually manageable when you follow the project guide. STS Collective provides a ready-to-use flashed device for customers who prefer convenience. You do not need to buy a flashed unit to use the project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the guide for your exact board and selected firmware:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/simeononsecurity\/flock-you-esp32\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFlockYou project and flashing guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/colonelpanichacks\/flock-you\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFlockYou project and flashing guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/simeononsecurity.com\/articles\/flock-you-detection-project-counter-surveillance-hardware-guide-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFlockYou project and flashing guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the board revision, firmware target, power requirements, and current release before flashing. Reflashing replaces the installed firmware and may erase settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"sts-hardware-origin-packaging-firmware-v2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHardware origin, packaging, and firmware\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing uses standard off-the-shelf OEM hardware from the original hardware manufacturer. STS Collective is not the hardware manufacturer. The hardware supplied matches the hardware shown in this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTS Collective develops and flashes STS firmware, or flashes firmware from the original developer identified below. Your order is packaged to represent the physical hardware, not the firmware. When original packaging is supplied, it is OEM packaging for the hardware model. Fulfillment handling sometimes removes original packaging or uses other shipping packaging. Packaging does not identify the firmware developer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirmware developer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlockYou:\u003c\/strong\u003e SimeonOnSecurity developed the installed firmware with sponsorship from STS Collective. The upstream Flock-You project was created by Colonel Panic.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTS Collective flashes the identified firmware before shipment. The installed firmware does not change the source or manufacturer of the physical hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"STS Technologies LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67934501732454,"sku":"1M5LITE","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/2814\/6022\/files\/flockyou-1.png?v=1793940129","url":"https:\/\/fleaflys.com\/products\/flockyou-m5-atom-lite-flock-camera-detector-wifi-alpr-awareness-tool-with-blue-led-alert","provider":"FleaFlys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}