Not only we at Mimikama, but also the consumer advice center are now warning that fraudsters are selling smartphones, game consoles or notebooks as so-called “Amazon packages” on various platforms. The providers promise cheaper prices for the devices because they are available for purchase in large quantities. The goods allegedly come from Amazon returns and inventory and are offered as a package online starting at just 30 euros. Although many customers seem to be satisfied with the goods, most end up with nothing.

Rip-off artists use expensive technology to lure people into the trap on Amazon return pallets

Supposedly the warehouses at Amazon are to be cleared and returns and unclaimed goods are to be disposed of. These pallets are available online from around 30 euros. Hundreds of supposedly satisfied customers provide proof images online and share their enthusiasm about the content.

Stay away from Amazon return pallets like this
Stay away from Amazon return pallets like this

A Vogtlander also tried his luck as a buyer in this way. He paid several hundred euros for pallets and got: nothing. The email address of the alleged seller was also no longer available.

“Goods sent back are actually sometimes resold on pallets. However, not for little money to private customers, as offered on social networks, but in large quantities to companies,” explains Heike Teubner from the consumer advice center in Auerbach.

“If you are a private customer hoping for a great bargain, you should always pay attention to disproportionately cheap offers. No reputable dealer has anything to give away. Therefore, offers on social media should always be viewed with caution,” continued Teubner.

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