New Zealand engineer and artist Julian Oliver has developed "Cyborg Unplug," a device that blocks any device from connecting to one's Wi-Fi network.

Devices that can be detected include Google Glass, Dropcam, wireless 'spy' microphones, small drones and copters, and other surveillance gadgets that require a network to function.

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Cyborg Unplug functions as a handy router and a "wireless anti-surveillance system."

It alerts the owner that an unwarranted device is trying to connect to his network through either an audio sound or flashing LEDs, according to Daily Mail.

The device performs in two modes: Territory Mode and All Out Mode.

The Territory Mode serves to block prohibited devices from a user's network. On the other hand, the All Out Mode disconnectsall devices from any network they're connecting to.

Cyborg Unplug isn't a jammer. A jammer disrupst all signals within a given area. Cyborg Unplug is only able to disconnect a specific target device.

Asked if blocking devices form connecting to a network is legal, Oliver answered it is indeed legal.

In addition, Oliver said other routers have the capability to create "blacklists" that block banned devices from accessing the owner's network.

The router was developed to maintain its user's security for publicly accessed networks people can connect to.

Prior to Cyborg Unplug, Oliver developed an application, "glasshole.sh," used to block Google Glass wearers from connecting to a local network.

The hype created by the app convinced Oliver to develop Cyborg Unplug.

Cyborg Unplug will have two models priced at US$50 and US$100.The device will be available for pre-orders on Sept. 30.

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