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Hacked by Appmazing

Created by: Appmazing

Hacked by Appmazing is a modern mentalism app that transforms a borrowed smartphone into a powerful tool for prediction magic. In this effect, a spectator freely chooses any image from their own phone, and the magician reveals a prediction—such as a sealed envelope or digital message—that matches the chosen image exactly, creating a moment of impossible coincidence. This trick leverages everyday technology to deliver a clean, direct performance with no need for sleight of hand or complex setups, making it ideal for close-up or parlour settings where digital interactions feel natural and engaging. Buyers should note that it requires a smartphone and is designed for mentalists seeking to incorporate contemporary digital elements into their acts.

Key features

  • Uses a borrowed phone for enhanced credibility and impossibility

  • No sleight of hand or advanced technical skills required

  • Designed for strong audience reactions in mentalism performances

  • Easy to perform with a clean and direct method

  • Modernizes magic by integrating everyday technology

Pros

  • Generates powerful and baffling audience reactions

  • Accessible to performers of all skill levels

  • Clever method that ensures a clean presentation

  • Uses familiar technology to increase spectator engagement

Cons

  • Requires a smartphone to perform, limiting use in low-tech environments

  • May not appeal to traditionalists who prefer non-digital magic

Effect

The Hacked magic trick uses a borrowed phone to create an impossible prediction. A spectator freely chooses any image on their own device. The magician then reveals a prediction that matches the chosen image exactly. The prediction was made before the spectator made their choice. This creates a strong moment of mentalism using everyday technology.

Full details

Hacked is a mentalism app from Appmazing. It is designed for use with a spectator's smartphone. The effect involves a prediction that is set before the performance begins. The spectator uses their own phone to select any image they want. The magician then shows that the prediction matches the chosen image. The method does not require access to the spectator's phone beforehand. The app handles the necessary processes to make the effect work. The performance appears clean and direct to the audience.

Who should consider the trick

Hacked is suitable for mentalists and magicians who want to add technology-based effects to their performances. It works well for performers who regularly use borrowed phones in their acts. It is also good for those looking for strong audience reactions with minimal props. The trick fits both close-up and parlor settings. It appeals to performers who want modern methods that feel contemporary and relevant.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Magic Orthodoxy states the effect is relatively easy to perform. It does not require extensive sleight of hand. No complex technical skills are needed. The method is clever and allows for a clean presentation. Performers can learn and perform Hacked without long practice sessions. The app manages the technical aspects, making the performance straightforward.

What magicians say

JS Magic from ChampionMagic calls Hacked a killer mentalism app that creates crazy reactions. They note its potential for modernizing mentalism performances. Magic Orthodoxy describes it as a powerful piece of mentalism that generates strong audience reactions. They highlight the clever method and the use of a borrowed phone as key strengths. MurphysMagicSupplies includes Hacked in their weekly digest of notable new magic products, indicating its relevance in the current market.

What people are saying about Hacked

ChampionMagic says...

Hacked by Appmazing is a mentalism app designed for creating strong audience reactions. JS Magic praises the app for its potential in modernizing mentalism performances.

magicorthodoxy says...

The effect centers around a borrowed phone and a seemingly impossible prediction. The method is described as clever and well-conceived, allowing for a clean and direct presentation with a borrowed phone, which significantly enhances the perceived impossibility.

MurphysMagicSupplies says...

In the digital realm, two apps are featured: Hacked by Appmazing and NOT.ESP by Jake Keane, the latter also receiving a dedicated review segment.

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