In the Age of Social Media Frenzy: Man Paints iPhone 16 to Mimic iPhone 17 in Viral Status Stunt.

In the Age of Social Media Frenzy: Man Paints iPhone 16 to Mimic iPhone 17 in Viral Status Stunt.

The Nigerian World

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A man has gone viral for painting his iPhone 16 to look like the newly released iPhone 17, sparking both laughter and debate online.

In a trending video, he’s seen smearing orange paint across the back of his older device, attempting to mimic the sleek design of Apple’s latest model.

The iPhone 17, released on September 19, 2025, has already become a status symbol—and some users are resorting to creative tricks to “feel among.”

While some praised the man’s ingenuity, others questioned the lengths people go to maintain appearances.

The stunt also raised eyebrows due to the obvious mismatch in camera design, making the illusion far from convincing.

Still, for some, keeping up with the Joneses is a bold move in the age of tech envy.

 

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