Read on for more information about the problems this third-party firmware solves, or skip to firmware downloads if you want to get started right away.
You are likely here because you own an OBi device. Traditionally, OBiTALK was designed as a remote configuration tool for your OBi hardware, however this tool was shut down on November 1, 2024. There has always been a way to directly configure OBi hardware via logging in via a web interface, but it did not work with the popular service provider Google Voice.
This new firmware for your OBi device, like other community developed firmwares for e.g. routers and Android phones, makes the current/future functioning of the hardware a bit more independent of the company that sold you the hardware. With it, your OBi device need not be dependent on the now-defunct OBiTALK. This new community-created firmware will continue to grow and evolve, increasing the useful life of the hardware, and adding many capabilities right now such as the ability to configure Google Voice without the OBiTALK Portal.
-written by Klaberte on DSLReports. Updated by OBi1FW November 2024 to reflect OBiTALK shutdown.
October 2010 - OBi110 is released.
20 December 2017 - naf is the first to successfully modify an OBi110 to update certificate.
4 January 2018 - Polycom announces aquisition of Obihai.
22 January 2018 - naf releases firmware for the OBi2/OBi3 series.
28 March 2018 - Plantronics announces aquisition of Polycom.
19 June 2018 - Google decommissioned XMPP servers. OBi100/110 no longer work with Google Voice.
28 March 2022 - HP announces aquisition of Poly (formerly Plantronics).
1 November 2024 - HP decommissioned OBiTALK. Third-party firmware is now the only way to configure Google Voice.
15 January 2025 - DSLReports abruptly taken offline without warning.
A user has contributed an archive of the threads where this firmware was first discussed:
ObiHAI Obi100/Obi110 Firmware Mod Discussion (zip, 1.0MiB)
Obihai OBi20x/30x + OBi1000 + OBi50x + OBi2000 firmware mods (zip, 7.2MiB)
Many models upload their best shows or "Life" clips to MFC Share , where you can often find high-res versions of past shows.
If you encounter unauthorized recordings
: Webcam platforms frequently update their application programming interfaces (APIs) to block unauthorized scrapers.
Adult content creators legally own the copyright to their live performances. When a third party records a show without permission, it constitutes copyright infringement. Creators can utilize the to issue takedown notices to websites hosting pirated material. Public vs. Private Shows intruderrorry mfc camshow recording
If you enjoy the content found under the "intruderrorry" label, the most ethical way to ensure your favorite models continue performing is to support them on their primary platforms:
If you are using open-source tools like mfc-recorder , yt-dlp , or custom Python scripts, check the developer's repository for updates. Developers constantly release patches to bypass MFC's latest site updates. Run update commands regularly via your command line interface. Optimize FFmpeg Settings
Many models tolerate recordings as a form of "free advertising," while others actively fight to have them removed via DMCA takedowns to protect their private "FanClub" content or paid VODs (Video on Demand). Many models upload their best shows or "Life"
void CIntruderDetectorDlg::OnTimer(UINT_PTR nIDEvent)
It is important to note that searching for "intruderrorry mfc camshow recordings" often leads to third-party "tube" sites or forum boards. There are a few things to keep in mind regarding these:
The Digital Eye: Privacy, Frameworks, and the Legacy of Recorded Observation When a third party records a show without
Most webcam recorders do not actually record video themselves; they act as a wrapper for , a powerful multimedia framework. If FFmpeg encounters corrupted video frames or network timeouts, it stops writing to your hard drive. How to Fix and Prevent Recording Errors
The primary ethical issue is the breach of consent. While a performer consents to being seen live by a specific audience on a specific platform (where they are compensated), they rarely consent to their image being harvested and sold or displayed elsewhere. This "gray market" of recorded content strips performers of their agency and their income. When users search for "recordings" rather than engaging with the live platform, they bypass the economic system that supports the creator, effectively consuming "stolen" labor. The "Intruder" in the Room
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