Sometimes we see advertisements on Facebook for brand new Apple products that only cost €1.95. These ads claim that the devices are so cheap because they were brought into the country illegally and then found by police. But beware! These ads are not real. They are a trap to trick people into giving them money and personal information. It is important to be very careful when seeing such offers online.
Unfortunately, in this day and age when everything is at our fingertips, we are also exposed to potential scams and deceptions. Nowadays, increasingly sophisticated methods are used to deceive us and lure us into subscription traps. The current wave of sponsored Facebook ads purporting to offer brand new, illegally imported Apple devices for a paltry €1.95 is a glaring example of this. But stop! Before you accept this tempting offer, you should take a closer look. There's more to these ads than meets the eye.
“A court fined Apple for illegally importing devices and ordered it to pack the devices in boxes and sell them for just €1.95: All devices are brand new and in their original packaging: Delivery throughout Germany: Offer is only valid online and until the end of the month. 60 day return policyTo get the Mystery Box, go here LINK”

The lure: €1.95 Apple products
Sponsored ads on Facebook claim that confiscated and illegally imported Apple devices are being sold for as little as €1.95. They emphasize that the devices are brand new and in their original packaging and that the offer is only valid until the end of the month. An offer at this price sounds too tempting to ignore, right? But beware! Because in the world of online trading, not everything that glitters is gold.
Hidden Costs: Recognizing the Deception
In order to get the supposed bargain, you will be asked to provide personal information and pay shipping costs in advance. Does that ring an alarm bell? It should, because reputable providers rarely require payment in advance.
Even more alarming is the hidden subscription trap you can fall into. Once you agree, you unknowingly commit to a monthly payment of 67 euros. And that, ladies and gentlemen, is the real price you pay for the supposedly cheap Apple products.
Similarities to other online scams
The scam with the €1.95 Apple products is not the first of its kind. It is strongly reminiscent of the infamous “Amazon palettes” or “mystery boxes” - fraud methods with similar promises and often hidden subscription traps.
The end result is usually the same: there is no guarantee that you will actually receive the advertised product. You could end up empty-handed, or worse, with less money in the account.
Conclusion: Don't be fooled
Companies like Apple never sell their products this way. Confiscated products, if sold at all, are typically sold through official auctions rather than through sponsored Facebook ads.
If you come across such an ad, react with skepticism and caution. It's important to check the seller's credibility and be critical of offers that sound too good to be true. Never give out personal information or pay any fees upfront without doing thorough research.
The old adage “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is true” is more relevant than ever in today’s digital world. Be on your guard and don't be fooled. It's always better to be safe than to regret later. With common sense and caution, you can protect yourself from such scams and keep your online experience safe and enjoyable.
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