Is it possible to build a device to intercept and copy another person's text messages?

The discussion addresses the possibility of building a device to intercept and copy another person's text messages. Legal concerns about such interception are raised, emphasizing the need for covert methods. Reference is made to the "News Of The World" tabloid reporters who reportedly managed to access private messages, though their methods led to legal consequences including organizational collapse and imprisonment. No specific technical methods or devices are detailed, but the conversation suggests that while interception might be technically feasible, it involves significant legal and ethical risks. Alternative solutions such as hiring a private detective are mentioned for personal concerns.
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