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Three-Digit Number Prediction by UMES and Black Box Magic Creations

Created by: UMES, Black Box Magic Creations

Cosmos is a silent prediction printer designed for mentalists and magicians, capable of printing predictions in real-time from a wallet. It works in conjunction with a smartphone app, allowing spectators to input information (like a three-digit number, lottery numbers, words, book test selections, drawings, or time) which is then silently printed on paper from the wallet. The device supports various paper types to match the prediction, including lined, blank, lottery ticket style, and book test paper, enhancing the illusion. It's a versatile tool for close-up and parlour magic, offering a wide range of prediction effects from a single device.

Key features

  • Silent printing mechanism virtually undetectable during performance

  • Comes with multiple paper rolls for different effects (lined, blank, lottery ticket, book test)

  • USB charging cable included with a 10-hour battery life

  • Customizable fonts to mimic handwriting

  • Works with a dedicated app offering various interfaces (calculator, notes, drawing, etc.)

  • Compatible with inject and Wiki test for expanded functionality

  • Includes a nondescript wallet for easy concealment

Pros

  • Highly versatile, allowing for a wide range of prediction effects

  • Silent operation ensures no detection during performances

  • Customizable fonts and paper types enhance the illusion

  • Durable and well-made with a comprehensive accessory package

  • Strong community and tutorial support for users

Cons

  • High price point at $350 may be a barrier for some

  • Wallet is thicker than standard, which might be noticeable

  • Requires a smartphone app, which might not appeal to all magicians

Effect

The Three-Digit Number Prediction is a mentalism effect where a spectator freely chooses any three-digit number, often entered into a calculator app on their phone. The magician then reveals a printed prediction from their wallet that matches the exact number the spectator selected. The result appears impossible, as the prediction seems to have been made before the number was even chosen.

Full Details

The trick relies on Cosmos, a silent prediction printer developed by UMES and Black Box Magic Creations. The device is concealed inside a wallet and connects to a smartphone app. When the spectator inputs a number (or other information) into the app, the printer silently produces a matching prediction on a small slip of paper. The paper can be customized to resemble handwritten notes, lottery tickets, book pages, or even watch faces.

Key features of the system include:

  • Multiple paper types (lined, blank, lottery-style, book test pages).
  • Customizable fonts to mimic handwriting.
  • A rechargeable battery lasting up to 10 hours.
  • Compatibility with different prediction methods (numbers, words, drawings, time, magic squares).

The wallet itself is designed to look ordinary, making the reveal even more deceptive.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for:

  • Mentalists who want a versatile prediction tool.
  • Close-up performers who need a compact, self-contained method.
  • Magicians who dislike traditional billet work, as the printing process eliminates the need for pre-written predictions.
  • Performers comfortable with tech-based magic, though the method remains hidden from spectators.

Difficulty

The Three-Digit Number Prediction is easy to perform from a technical standpoint. The main challenge is presentation—ensuring the spectator doesn’t suspect the phone app is part of the trick. The printer operates silently, and the wallet hides any mechanical sounds.

David from Magic Orthodoxy notes:
"It doesn’t feel like a technology trick. If you present it naturally—like borrowing a phone to calculate something—no one suspects a thing."

What Magicians Say

  • Magic Orthodoxy (David) calls it "a silent killer" and praises its versatility, saying "it passes with flying colors." He highlights the realistic fonts and the fact that the printing noise is undetectable in performance.
  • Chris Edwards, another respected magician, also endorses the device, confirming its reliability and strong audience reactions.

The main drawback mentioned is the $350 price, but reviewers agree the functionality justifies the cost for serious performers.

This trick is a powerful addition to any mentalism or prediction act, offering multiple applications beyond just number prediction.

What people are saying about Three-Digit Number Prediction

magicorthodoxy says...

This thing passes with flying colors... it's a silent printer that you carry in your wallet that'll literally do any prediction for anyone for seemingly anything. This thing is awesome.

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