A person, using an iPhone, travels to various public places such as malls, Apple Stores, Starbucks, airports, and VidCon, using the Airdrop feature to send random and humorous messages and images to people around them. They document their experiences and the reactions of their "victims," often using satire and absurdity. However, during one interaction at VidCon, they inadvertently strike up a genuine conversation with someone who is going through a tough time, and they respond with kindness and support.
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1. Apple released an update that turned off Airdrop for everyone who updated their phones.
2. The author traveled to various locations, including the local mall, Apple Store, bathroom, Starbucks, and Japan, to test Airdrop.
3. The author successfully sent Airdrop messages to several people, including those at the Apple Store and Starbucks.
4. The author encountered people who were confused or scared by the Airdrop messages.
5. The author visited VidCon and attempted to send Airdrop messages to attendees, but was unsuccessful.
6. The author was able to access someone's Airdrop from their own hotel room and had a conversation with them.
7. The person on the receiving end of the Airdrop shared personal struggles and the author responded with supportive messages.
8. The author used a monkey theme in their Airdrop messages to brighten the person's day.
9. The person on the receiving end of the Airdrop appreciated the author's kindness and support.
10. The author visited West Edmonton Mall in Alberta, Canada, and wore a mask due to the smell of the people there.