Mumbai Police
The Mumbai Police recently warned young people about the dangers of dubious online investment schemes by creating a viral meme featuring the AirPods Pro 3 Live Translation feature.
Known for using memes and popular culture to raise awareness of online fraud, Mumbai Police frequently target Gen Z and young audiences. They have previously used similar strategies with campaigns around the iPhone 17 series.
This time, the police crafted a post highlighting investment scams and suspicious online money offers using the “Live Translation” feature of the new AirPods Pro 3.
Promises of High Returns Often Hide Scams
- The viral meme depicted AirPods Pro 3 translating a scam:
- “Invest ₹10,000 and get five times the return in just one month.”
- The translation revealed the truth: “You are falling for a fraud.”
By using Apple’s feature as a metaphor, Mumbai Police conveyed that unrealistic investment offers are usually fraudulent and highly risky.
Apple describes Live Translation as a tool that allows users to hear translations in real time when someone speaks a different language. Users can also respond naturally, with their replies translated on the iPhone screen.
Mumbai Police cleverly used this function—not literally—to show how scams should be “translated” into their real intent: to cheat and steal your money.
Tips to Stay Safe From Scammers
- Always stay cautious. If an offer promises abnormally high returns, it is most likely a scam.
- Avoid clicking on suspicious links, which could compromise your personal information or money.
- Verify the sender before interacting with any links or messages.
- Do not answer calls from unknown numbers. If an offer seems “too good to be true,” hang up immediately and report it to authorities.
Mumbai Police’s creative approach highlights the importance of awareness and vigilance in the digital age, especially for young users.
