ZappiStart free
๐Ÿ•ต๏ธโ€โ™€๏ธ
๐ŸŒ Earth Guardiansโš™๏ธ Gadget Gear๐Ÿ•’ 2mo ago ยท โฑ 3 min

Super Stickers Stop Sneaky Scammers! Your Phone Can Spot a Fake!

Imagine if you could tell if your toys, games, or even snacks were real or fake, just by using your phone! ๐ŸŽ‰

Have you ever seen a super cool toy, but then wondered if it was the real deal or a copycat? Well, scientists have created some amazing new stickers that can help! These aren't just any stickers; they're like tiny secret agents that hide special codes.

These clever codes are printed onto labels, kind of like how words are printed in your favorite book. But these labels are extra special! They're super tough, so they won't get messed up easily. And the best part? It's much easier for factories to make lots and lots of them.

Want the rest โ€” plus the comic and quiz?

Finish this story, tap through the step-by-step diagram, read the comic, take the quiz and earn XP. Free account, three stories every day.

Read the full story โ€” free

No card needed.

Share this story

More from Zappi

Based on reporting by Phys.org Tech.