Contactless payment prank: What is Apple Pay Prank? Here’s what we know about the new Tiktok trends, and someone can steal money by tapping on their phone

New Tiktok trends involving fake contactless payment sounds are attracting attention. This trend, known as the “Apple Pay Prank”, has caused confusion and anger in public places. These prank videos are spreading around Tiktok and Instagram.

What is Apple Pay Prank?

The prank is centered around the sound of playing Apple Pay “Ding” and is close to strangers. The prankster pretends to use his cell phone to make contactless payments to someone else’s pocket or device. After hearing the sound, some targets believe that a real deal has occurred. In many clips, the prankster adds a verbal “thank you” to upgrade the reaction.
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Kmart’s incident turns into hostility

In a video taken at a Kmart store, a teenager approaches a man with braids. He asked about the time and then played the sound of Apple paychecking as he pretended to hit the man’s phone. The man responded angrily. He asked for explanation and tried to pick up the prank phone. The teen stepped back and apologized. When the video was cut off, the man finally grabbed the phone.

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Public reaction to prank

The audience of the video expressed concern. Many people comment that pranks are dangerous and disrespectful. Some people who say strangers should not be targeted. Others warn pranksters that could face serious consequences. Pranks are seen by many as a way to elicit strong emotional reactions to online fame. In a separate video, a prankster approaches a man in Woolworth. He pretended to steal $20 with his phone and claimed he needed it to gamble. The man hunted him and the teenager walked through the store. The video ends before showing what happened next. Another clip on the teen’s tiktok shows him the sound he makes in the ears of strangers in stores like Bunnings. The purpose seems to be to shoot the chaotic reaction. Audience criticizes this behavior as invasive.

FAQ

Can someone steal money by typing on their phone?
no. Apple’s salary requires authorization and payment terminals. The phone cannot transfer funds through touch.

Why is “Apple Pay Prank” considered dangerous?
It involves deceiving strangers and can lead to confrontation or legal issues. Public response may be unpredictable.