His annoyance slowly turned to glee as the plan slowly took root. His phone may be gone forever, but he could prevent it from happening again. At that moment, he decided to do something so ingenious that it would teach would-be phone thieves a lesson they’d never forget. Oh yes… he’d make them pay.
His annoyance slowly turned to glee as the plan slowly took root. His phone may be gone forever, but he could prevent it from happening again. At that moment, he decided to do something so ingenious that it would teach would-be phone thieves a lesson they’d never forget. Oh yes… he’d make them pay.
Perhaps you’ve had your phone lifted while you weren’t paying attention to your surroundings, or even while you thought you were being careful. I think we can all agree that the frustration of losing something as expensive as a smartphone is more than a little annoying. To add insult to injury, the person who liberated you of your phone now has access to all your private records and information. Like most people, Tom was sick and tired.
Perhaps you’ve had your phone lifted while you weren’t paying attention to your surroundings, or even while you thought you were being careful.
I think we can all agree that the frustration of losing something as expensive as a smartphone is more than a little annoying. To add insult to injury, the person who liberated you of your phone now has access to all your private records and information. Like most people, Tom was sick and tired.
Last year alone, 3.1 million Americans were victims of smartphone theft, and the trend doesn’t show any indication of slowing down any time soon. In fact, according to estimates, around 113 mobile phones are stolen every minute. But just who is taking them? The answer surprised Tom Mabe, and it may surprise you, too.
Last year alone, 3.1 million Americans were victims of smartphone theft, and the trend doesn’t show any indication of slowing down any time soon. In fact, according to estimates, around 113 mobile phones are stolen every minute. But just who is taking them? The answer surprised Tom Mabe, and it may surprise you, too.
Tom Mabe, internet prankster and comedian, was sitting enjoying his lunch at a table on the sidewalk when he joined the ranks of phone theft victims. Some audacious individual had spotted his phone lying out in the open and had simply reached over and cashed in a five-finger discount – and Tom was none the wiser. Of course, when he realized what had happened, he was livid.
Tom Mabe, internet prankster and comedian, was sitting enjoying his lunch at a table on the sidewalk when he joined the ranks of phone theft victims. Some audacious individual had spotted his phone lying out in the open and had simply reached over and cashed in a five-finger discount – and Tom was none the wiser. Of course, when he realized what had happened, he was livid.
Determined to catch phone snatchers red-handed, Tom hatched a wicked plan. What if there was a device that would dish out a well-deserved dose of instant karma to these petty criminals? And Tom’s dream didn’t just there. Luckily for us, we get to watch the revenge video as it all unfolds. The results are truly satisfying.
Determined to catch phone snatchers red-handed, Tom hatched a wicked plan. What if there was a device that would dish out a well-deserved dose of instant karma to these petty criminals? And Tom’s dream didn’t just there. Luckily for us, we get to watch the revenge video as it all unfolds. The results are truly satisfying.
Tom’s hilarious video has been watched over 15 million times on YouTube, and it’s not hard to see why. Everyone wants a piece of the action, and this is probably because many of us have been burned before. What could be more satisfying than seeing a phone thief get their comeuppance? Tom’s video delivers on its promise.
Tom’s hilarious video has been watched over 15 million times on YouTube, and it’s not hard to see why. Everyone wants a piece of the action, and this is probably because many of us have been burned before. What could be more satisfying than seeing a phone thief get their comeuppance? Tom’s video delivers on its promise.
The video opens with Tom taking to the streets to test his invention out. He sits down at a bus stop and places his phone within arm’s length on the bench next to him and puts his sunglasses on. Then, he hangs his head and pretends to nod off, snoring loudly. Surely the trap he has set will be irresistible to sticky-fingered thieves?
The video opens with Tom taking to the streets to test his invention out. He sits down at a bus stop and places his phone within arm’s length on the bench next to him and puts his sunglasses on. Then, he hangs his head and pretends to nod off, snoring loudly. Surely the trap he has set will be irresistible to sticky-fingered thieves?
Passersby immediately notice Tom’s unattended phone. Some hover nervously before taking the bait, but what’s surprising is just how many do. The camera catches them in the act as they proceed to snatch Tom’s phone from right under his nose. But what they don’t know is that they won’t be getting away with their prize.
Passersby immediately notice Tom’s unattended phone. Some hover nervously before taking the bait, but what’s surprising is just how many do. The camera catches them in the act as they proceed to snatch Tom’s phone from right under his nose. But what they don’t know is that they won’t be getting away with their prize.
The first phone snatcher quickly pockets the phone and strolls away, looking rather pleased with himself. Tom tries not to smile or react, but he is about to wipe the smirk off this thief’s face. He sneakily reaches inside his pocket and presses a button on his remote, and then all hell breaks loose.
The first phone snatcher quickly pockets the phone and strolls away, looking rather pleased with himself. Tom tries not to smile or react, but he is about to wipe the smirk off this thief’s face. He sneakily reaches inside his pocket and presses a button on his remote, and then all hell breaks loose.
The man with his ill-gotten loot jumps a foot into the air before realizing that it’s the phone that’s causing him discomfort. He flings it as far away as he can before running off, still cursing. That’ll teach him to touch what isn’t his! Tom can’t contain his laughter as he retrieves the phone and sets up his next trap.
The man with his ill-gotten loot jumps a foot into the air before realizing that it’s the phone that’s causing him discomfort. He flings it as far away as he can before running off, still cursing. That’ll teach him to touch what isn’t his! Tom can’t contain his laughter as he retrieves the phone and sets up his next trap.
It’s only a matter of minutes before the bait is taken for a second time. Tom can’t wait for the sticky-fingered reprobate to get his just desserts. He lets the man walk for a few feet before pressing the button that will take him down a peg. Zap! And just like that, justice is served!
It’s only a matter of minutes before the bait is taken for a second time. Tom can’t wait for the sticky-fingered reprobate to get his just desserts. He lets the man walk for a few feet before pressing the button that will take him down a peg. Zap! And just like that, justice is served!
You see, Tom’s iPhone is no ordinary phone. It’s been rigged with a remote-controlled stun gun that he can set off remotely at the touch of a button. The wrongdoer is surprised by an electric shock – just strong enough to be uncomfortable, but not to cause any permanent damage. And the looks on these gormless criminals' faces are priceless.
You see, Tom’s iPhone is no ordinary phone. It’s been rigged with a remote-controlled stun gun that he can set off remotely at the touch of a button. The wrongdoer is surprised by an electric shock – just strong enough to be uncomfortable, but not to cause any permanent damage. And the looks on these gormless criminals' faces are priceless.
Most viewers of the clip, titled ‘Bait Phone,’ agree that the funniest moment in the video occurs when Tom is sitting on a park bench and is approached by an opportunistic couple. The man looks at the phone, which is placed on the floor within easy reaching distance, as he circles. Maybe he is having an internal debate about the morality of his actions?
Most viewers of the clip, titled ‘Bait Phone,’ agree that the funniest moment in the video occurs when Tom is sitting on a park bench and is approached by an opportunistic couple. The man looks at the phone, which is placed on the floor within easy reaching distance, as he circles. Maybe he is having an internal debate about the morality of his actions?
Then, Tom pretends to wake from his nap and walks away from the park bench, but he leaves his phone on the ground. The man, his decision already made, looks around guiltily before sitting down on the bench. With an encouraging nod from his partner, he swoops in to take the bait. He pockets the phone brazenly and walks away, and the couple moves quickly to another area of the park. But they don’t know that Tom has his eye on them.
Then, Tom pretends to wake from his nap and walks away from the park bench, but he leaves his phone on the ground.
The man, his decision already made, looks around guiltily before sitting down on the bench. With an encouraging nod from his partner, he swoops in to take the bait. He pockets the phone brazenly and walks away, and the couple moves quickly to another area of the park. But they don’t know that Tom has his eye on them.
Tom walks up to the couple and decides to give them the benefit of the doubt. Maybe the man who had pocketed his phone intended to hand it in like a good citizen. He asks if either of them had seen his phone but, passing up the chance to redeem themselves, they shake their heads. “That’s fine,” Tom says. “I have a locator.” Tom walks up to the couple and decides to give them the benefit of the doubt.
Maybe the man who had pocketed his phone intended to hand it in like a good citizen. He asks if either of them had seen his phone but, passing up the chance to redeem themselves, they shake their heads. “That’s fine,” Tom says. “I have a locator.”
The man who had so blatantly lied to Tom’s face was about to get the surprise of his life. Tom reaches into his pocket and presses the button. The man lets out a yelp and jumps up, hopping from foot to foot as he gets a well-deserved shock to the thigh. That’ll teach him for taking what doesn’t belong to him!
The man who had so blatantly lied to Tom’s face was about to get the surprise of his life. Tom reaches into his pocket and presses the button. The man lets out a yelp and jumps up, hopping from foot to foot as he gets a well-deserved shock to the thigh. That’ll teach him for taking what doesn’t belong to him!
Again and again, Tom’s phone is snatched, and again and again, karma is served. What is shocking is just how many people are willing to pocket the phone. But is this video a true reflection of exactly how many criminals are lurking at bus stations and public parks, just waiting to commit a petty crime?
Again and again, Tom’s phone is snatched, and again and again, karma is served.
What is shocking is just how many people are willing to pocket the phone. But is this video a true reflection of exactly how many criminals are lurking at bus stations and public parks, just waiting to commit a petty crime?
Tom’s bait phone has resulted in a lot of laughter, but his video has also stirred some controversy. Were these crimes pre-meditated, or merely opportunistic? Some people were quick to point out that what Tom was doing could be a form of entrapment. But, luckily, most people seemed to love seeing justice being served.
Tom’s bait phone has resulted in a lot of laughter, but his video has also stirred some controversy. Were these crimes pre-meditated, or merely opportunistic? Some people were quick to point out that what Tom was doing could be a form of entrapment. But, luckily, most people seemed to love seeing justice being served.
In fact, Tom’s first video was such a success that he made a series of them, all involving a “bait” item. You can find the Bait Box, Bait Phone, and Bait Tricycle videos on his YouTube channel, along with a slew of other hilarious pranks. But there is one question that gets asked often on his channel… In fact, Tom’s first video was such a success that he made a series of them, all involving a “bait” item.
You can find the Bait Box, Bait Phone, and Bait Tricycle videos on his YouTube channel, along with a slew of other hilarious pranks. But there is one question that gets asked often on his channel…
Hundreds of fans have asked the same question: “Where can I get one?” And Tom, having our backs as always, had decided to patent and sell the bait phone so we, too, can have some fun. Unfortunately, the device is still in the manufacturing process, but for now he has posted a video on how to make one yourself at home. Hundreds of fans have asked the same question: “Where can I get one?” And Tom, having our backs as always, had decided to patent and sell the bait phone so we, too, can have some fun.
Unfortunately, the device is still in the manufacturing process, but for now he has posted a video on how to make one yourself at home.
So, next time you leave your phone unattended, remember that there are a lot of unscrupulous individuals out there, and it’s probably best not to tempt them. If you’ve ever thought about stealing someone’s phone, maybe you’ll think twice. Who knows if Tom is nearby, giggling as he presses his big red button… waiting to give you the surprise of a lifetime.
So, next time you leave your phone unattended, remember that there are a lot of unscrupulous individuals out there, and it’s probably best not to tempt them. If you’ve ever thought about stealing someone’s phone, maybe you’ll think twice. Who knows if Tom is nearby, giggling as he presses his big red button… waiting to give you the surprise of a lifetime.