Article 2E4TR The Body Orifice Security Scanner is why the rectally smuggled phone is called "Beat the BOSS"

The Body Orifice Security Scanner is why the rectally smuggled phone is called "Beat the BOSS"

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Cory Doctorow
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When I saw that the cell phone designed for rectal smuggling was called "Beat the Boss," I assumed "The Boss" was a synonym for "The Man," but it turns out it's a reference to a specific product: Xeku's Body Orifice Security Scanner (BOSS), a "hygienic cavity search" chair that scans prisoners for rectal contraband. (more")

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