What is the current phone charging scam to be aware of?

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Mar 5, 2024

10 months ago

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Current scam, plug your phone in and 💥 your money is gone. Share to raise awareness.

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A warning is circulating about a current scam where plugging your phone into a charger could result in stealing your money. However, some comments suggest skepticism towards the claim, pointing out that the charger displayed is a wireless charger, and that modern smartphones have security measures to prevent unauthorized access.

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Almost didn't let this on because it looks like a chain letter. The charger shown isn't even one you plug the phone into, it's a wireless charger 😂

And most modern phones now have security that will prevent a USB device from doing anything on the phone unless you give permission

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