> Universal Peek Device (UPD) by Alan Wong and Pablo Amira

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Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on May 31st, 2015
To be honest, I had an idea on what I was getting even before receiving this item. And when I received the UPD, it was exactly what I was thinking of.
Is this a new concept in magic/mentalism? No. However, the simplicity in design makes this item a very useful tool. I have other items to gather a spectator's information which are really cutting edge like the Telethought Wallet and The Informant but the problem is that those devices need some kind of setup, reset or special lighting conditions.
Pros:
1.) With the UPD, I can place it in any regular wallet with some slots.
2.) I can perform without any elaborate setup (all I need are normal business cards and I'm set).
3.) And with the UPD, there is no reset time because I am instantly reset for the next performance.
4.) The quality of the item is top notch. The material will last a lifetime.
Cons:
1.) The price I believe is too steep. Maybe $15.00-$19.00 would be reasonable. Again, this is not a new concept in our craft so charging this much for such a simple item is not right. I could make the same device with readily available materials for less.
2.) The UPD is not examinable by your audience. But why would they want to examine it right? With proper audience management, the idea of the UPD being a magic prop is eliminated.
3.) The UPD might be too thick and tight to place in some wallet slots. Because it's made with some kind of leather, the UPD is a bit thick to fit in some wallet slots. Your wallet will be thicker too if you make your wallet a home of the UPD.
4.) With the steep price, the UPD should have come with a DVD. Instead, you get to a link to an online video instruction.

In conclusion, I would recommend this device for someone who wants a full proof method to gather a spectator's information. I just hope that the price wasn't so steep. Mentalists and magicians who do mental magic would benefit from this device.

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PabloAmira
Jun 01st 2015 10:59am
Thanks Karl for your comments. You really understood the value on the UPD.
Anything that you need just contact me on facebook, the Cafe or other place ;)

Pablo

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dynamiteassasin
Jun 01st 2015 11:40am
Thanks Pablo. The UPD has a new home in my wallet now. :)

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david4625
Jun 03rd 2015 6:14pm
Please measure the dimension for me. I really would like to know if it fits my wallet or not before purchasing.

Thanks.

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PabloAmira
Jun 04th 2015 8:44am
David: The UPD is 90 x 67mm.

All the best
Pablo

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