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Am I the only one who finds the keyless entry on the F-150 (and all Ford vehicles) extremely outdated? While I personally never use it, I certainly understand the functionality of it. I just wonder if it's outlived its usefulness with apps that can unlock your door. I used to own a 1995 Crown Victoria that had what feels like the same exact buttons. At a minimum, I'm very surprised that they haven't at least updated the design to look a bit more sleek. Perhaps, more of a touch screen on that door pillar to enter the code? I feel like Ford has mostly done a great job with the 2021 redesign, but there are also some misses there, and the buttons (for me) are in glaring need of complete abolishment, or a redesign to at least make them appear like they fit in with the current century!
I use this keypad at least 2 per day so I don't have to keep track of my keys all day and/or have them bouncing around in my pocket 2x per day everyday = Yeah, do NOT get rid of this.
And guess what, if you are that worried about it, you don't have to use it.
Problem solved.
Or, you know, you could use your intellect to conceal your button press.
But that is clearly too much work, better to start and continue an argument on the internet about how difficult it is for you to use your keypad without showing the world because you have a kid stalking you with a telephoto lens who just sits and waits in the parking lot with his lens pointed at your keypad lol
Argumentative? No. Pointing out a simple opsec consideration related to the topic? Yes. Please point out from any of my previous posts on the subject where I’ve suggested (1) it is difficult, or (2) I’ve been looking for an argument. No, it’s easier for you to set up a logical-fallacy straw man to sarcastically beat up and “continue an argument on the internet”. “lol”.
^to be fair though, nearly everything is a potential OPSEC concern. For this specific case and device, changing the code at a given interval can help alleviate it, though many other aspects could be used as well if vehicle entry or theft was the primary issue.
^to be fair though, nearly everything is a potential OPSEC concern. For this specific case and device, changing the code at a given interval can help alleviate it, though many other aspects could be used as well if vehicle entry or theft was the primary issue.
I had to look up OPSEC.. goodness, how is this a security concern? What if I get carjacked instead? You're right, nearly everything is a potential "OPSEC" concern. It is stupid to think the risk can be eliminated.
Yeah this seems to be a very poignant subject with some strong opinions one way or another. I think the original intention was just about the integration and aesthetic but has evolved to include many more aspects since. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion here, with no right or wrong perspectives. Just weighed in to try and provide balance and keep things on track.
I love the thing, honestly. I can lock my keys, wallet, and phone all in my truck while I go swimming or fishing or whatever else where I don't wanna carry a bunch of valuable items, including my truck keys. Super useful, and the design is tried and true, not prone to failures. Not sure why you'd wish that to be gone.
