Leviosa Phone by João Miranda and Júlio Montoro

Effect

The Leviosa Phone trick creates the illusion that a smartphone floats in mid-air. The phone appears to turn over by itself, activate its flashlight with a touch, and then levitate into the magician's hand. This happens in full view of the audience with no visible support.

Full details

The Leviosa Phone is a self-contained gimmick designed to look exactly like a real smartphone. It features a glass screen and realistic casing. The device connects to a web app on the magician's actual phone, allowing control over the routine. The trick includes three phases: an automatic flip where the phone turns over on its own, a touch-activated flashlight that turns on when a spectator's finger is touched, and a levitation sequence where the phone rises and flies to the performer's hand.

The gimmick comes with a custom black case that is essential for handling and balance during the levitation. The magician's own phone does not need a matching case since only the front of the real phone is shown to spectators. The device is rechargeable via USB-C and provides approximately 15 performances per charge. A low battery warning LED is included.

Who should consider the trick

This trick suits magicians who perform in walkaround, close-up, or stage settings. It works well for corporate events, weddings, and social gatherings. Performers who want to incorporate modern technology into their acts will find this effect particularly appealing. It is designed for those seeking a visual and organic routine using a familiar everyday object.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Leviosa Phone is built for practicality and ease of use. The method involves pressing a hidden button on the case to activate the gimmick, with haptic feedback confirming it is on. The web app allows customization, such as skipping directly to the levitation phase. Angle management is required, as with most levitation effects, but the creators note it has been tested over 200 times with lay audiences without suspicion. The sound from the internal motor is minimal and can be masked with vocal cues in quiet environments. Reset is nearly instant, making it suitable for repeated performances.

What magicians say

Craig Petty from Magic TV states that the Leviosa Phone is "a self-contained trick with no external threads or wires required" and notes that "the reset is nearly instant, making it ideal for table-hopping." He calls it "a strong commercial trick with high visual appeal."

The team at Alakazam Magic UK highlights that "the gimmick's screen is made of real glass, making it indistinguishable from a real phone." They mention that Julio Montoro tested it extensively with lay audiences, and it proved effective without raising suspicion.

A reviewer from Its All Things Magic describes it as "a high-impact tool for modern performers" that "balances visual impossibility with the familiarity of a smartphone." They note its versatility for walkaround, corporate, or casual settings.

Penguin Magic Shop includes it in their top tricks list, calling it "a professional-grade illusion" and emphasizing that it allows the phone to "float in mid-air and fly into their hand in full view."