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Fossil by Shameer Salim

Created by: Shameer Salim

Fossil is a magic trick that utilizes the Time Capture app by Shameer Salim, designed for secret time inputs into magic watches like SB Watch, Fossil, and Pitata watches. It's a modern magic tool that enhances the natural and deceptive presentation of magic tricks by allowing magicians to input times or texts secretly while recording a video. This app is particularly useful for close-up and digital magic performances, offering a seamless way to capture genuine reactions and maintain a clean appearance post-trick. However, it's important to note that the app is exclusively available on iOS and comes with a price tag of $29.99.

Key features

  • Works with SB Watch, Fossil, Pitata watches, Hydra, Inject, and Glyphs

  • Allows for secret time and text inputs during magic performances

  • Enhances the natural and deceptive presentation of tricks

  • Exclusively available on iOS

  • Costs $29.99

Pros

  • Streamlines secret inputs for a more natural performance

  • Can be used with a variety of magic devices

  • Captures genuine reactions on video

  • Maintains a clean appearance post-trick

Cons

  • Only available on iOS

  • Price may be a barrier for some

Effect

The Fossil trick uses the Time Capture app to secretly input time or text into a Fossil watch or other compatible devices. The magician records a video on their phone, briefly showing a hidden keypad to input the necessary information. The phone is then handed to a spectator to continue filming, capturing genuine reactions. The result is a seamless and natural-looking performance where the watch displays the correct time or text without any visible manipulation.

Full Details

Time Capture is an iOS app created by Shameer Salim, the developer behind popular magic apps like Hydra and QR Genie. It works with Fossil watches, SB Watch, Pitata watches, and other apps like Hydra, Inject, and Glyphs. The app allows magicians to secretly input time or text while appearing to simply record a video. The keypad appears briefly, inputs are sent, and the phone can then be handed to a spectator, leaving no trace of the method.

The app costs $29.99 and is only available on iOS. It does not have the marketing support of larger magic companies, making it less known despite its functionality.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for magicians who use smartwatches like Fossil, SB Watch, or Pitata in their performances. It is also useful for those who rely on apps like Hydra or Inject for text-based magic effects. If you perform digital or tech-based magic and want a natural way to input information without raising suspicion, Time Capture is a strong option.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

The trick is not technically difficult to perform. The main challenge is timing—inputting the information quickly while recording. However, the app is designed to make this process smooth. No advanced sleight of hand is required, making it accessible to magicians of all skill levels.

What Magicians Say

TheMagicMinute calls Time Capture a "must-have" for magicians using smartwatches, stating it is the "most natural method" for inputting time. They praise its ability to create deceptive presentations, saying, "everything looks completely above board and completely natural." However, they note the limitation of being iOS-only, which may exclude some users.

The reviewer also believes the $29.99 price is justified, especially for those who frequently use watch-based magic. They recommend the app for its clean handling and ability to capture strong reactions on video.

What people are saying about Fossil

TheMagicMinute says...

Time Capture is an app that allows you to send secret inputs time inputs to your fossil SB or P Watch it's my preferred method to do time inputs into my P Watch it's all I use I love it and I don't think that uh anybody who has an S SP fossil or paa watch can go without having this app.

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