Microchip implants to simplify boring stuff like using keys and credit cards is already starting to happen, which is really cool.
Well, because I’m writing my own software and soldering up my own stuff, pretty much anything I want. Well, more accurately, anything I have the time and inspiration to do. Ultimately though, I think true keyless access will require an implantable chip with a very strong encryption system; right now I’m only looking at this type of thing in a personal context.
The chip itself is only $1.50, and I was able to get a 125KHz sensor/reader for $50, so the total project cost so far is about $60 with shipping and everything.
I’ve always wanted to do something like this – but maybe with a bluetooth phone so you don’t have to have a chip implanted under your skin. Way too cool.
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