Fake iPhone Deals Flood the Internet After Apple Launch
What Happened
Cybercriminals are exploiting excitement around Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and foldable iPhone Duo by creating fake shopping websites, phishing pages and bogus early-access offers. Security researchers reported a surge in fake domains using Apple and iPhone-related names, with scammers luring buyers through steep discounts, urgency tactics and AI-generated retail sites that closely resemble legitimate stores.
Key Takeaways
Experts advise buyers to purchase only from Apple or authorized retailers, avoid bank-transfer payments, and be wary of deals that seem too good to be true. The biggest red flags are huge discounts, countdown timers, and offers for unreleased models.