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How to Block Network Intruders and Limit Internet Time
“How do I block intruders with Fing” or “How can I manage who has access to my WiFi” are only some of the many questions we have received over the years about network protection. And guess what? We listened! Today, we are excited to announce the release of two new features, the Block Network Access and the Limit Internet Time. Now available on Preview on Fing Desktop, this new set...
The Dahua & Hikvision controversy: how it affects your network privacy
While Dahua and Hikvision products have been banned in the US over ethical and security concerns, many countries still make use of their surveillance technology. In February 2022, research by the Dutch national broadcasting company NOS revealed that these cameras are installed in over 50 municipalities in The Netherlands where the topic is trending. British media have shared similar data, stating that 60% of UK public bodies are using said...
Fing Insights #3: Jumping into Home Automation
A warm welcome to the first Fing Insights entry of the year! In this installment, we explore a diverse and multi-layered category that continues to push the boundaries of innovation in the world of tech – Home Automation. We’ll cover a wide range of devices that offer different types of automation to the modern home. These include security systems, smart plugs, and thermostats. So, what is making this corner of...
Introducing Useful Resources for Devices
Brand-new year, brand-new content! And yes, we mean it literally. We are starting the year off strong with the release of the Fing resources, a dedicated content segment to stay updated on all your devices’ news. The bottom of each Device Detail Page now includes a section with external articles, videos, and reviews about your specific device, carefully selected by the Fing Team. Want to read about your device’s latest...
What Fing Did in 2022
As the end of the year is approaching, it’s time to look back and review what happened in 2022. It’s been an intense year of releases and new features here at Fing, with a couple of relevant milestones. Let’s review the biggest news of this past year! Do you prefer videos? Here is our 2022 recap on YouTube! Fing stats keep growing The Fing catalog is in constant growth and...
Fing Insights #2: Exploring Gaming Devices Stats
Welcome back to the second installment of Fing Insights! In this episode, we jump into the ever-evolving world of gaming. That’s right, we have analyzed trends in gaming devices according to our catalog. Think you know what’s in store already? Some of the results may come as a surprise! At Fing, we constantly work to expand our knowledge of devices, brands, and operating systems to provide you with the number...
A Redesigned Device Detail Page for Fing Desktop
[Updated in February 2023 with Fing Desktop 3.2 additions] It’s been a few months since the release of Fing Desktop 3.0, which came with several changes in the Home dashboard and in the Tools tab. Today, we deep-dive into Fing Desktop 3.1, which includes, among bug fixes, a completely revamped Device Detail Page, to better show you information about your devices. The Device Detail Page includes a large amount of...
Fing Insights #1: A Look Into Loudspeaker Devices
As for most, the end of the summer brings good intentions and new routines. This time, our ambition is to start sharing some of the analysis and oddities encountered in building Fing’s device catalog system. The result is Fing Insights, a new series for tech lovers and data enthusiasts. You can expect some unusual data to come your way! It’s safe to say that Fing is committed to improving device...
Fing Desktop joins Microsoft Store!
We are proud to announce that, starting from today, Fing Desktop is available for download on the Microsoft Store! While you can already download Fing Desktop from our website (both on Windows and macOS), being accepted in the official Microsoft Store is a massive milestone for our product. We are now joining a trusted marketplace with thousands of beloved apps from all over the world. This news makes the lives...