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‘Cheap iPhone deal’: warning over scam sites selling latest Apple mobiles

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: The Guardian
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What happened

Criminals exploit demand for iPhone 18 Pro and foldable Duo to trick people eager to get their hands on one Apple has just launched a range of new iPhones, including a foldable handset, just as you decide it is time to replace your own ageing mobile.

Key facts

  • Criminals exploit demand for iPhone 18 Pro and foldable Duo to trick people eager to get their hands on one Apple has just launched a range of new iPhones, including a foldable handset, just as you decide it is time to replace your own ageing mobile.
  • Reported by The Guardian and published Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:00:00 UTC.

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