Goliath's Genius Mirror Trick: The Ultimate Way to Prevent Porch Pirates

Chloe Whisperwillow

Updated Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

In a fascinating video titled "Goliath: 'WHAT SORCERY IS THIS?!'," a clever method is unveiled to combat the menace of porch pirates. Goliath demonstrates an ingenious setup that combines science and magic to create a seemingly invisible storage spot right on the porch.

The trick lies in a table with a mirror angled at 45 degrees underneath it. This mirror reflects the opposite side, creating the illusion that one can see straight through the table. A label on top provides the necessary instructions to delivery drivers, ensuring packages are placed in the hidden compartment. According to Goliath, this method has been foolproof so far, and no packages have been stolen since implementing it.

However, reactions to this clever contraption are mixed. One individual humorously pointed out, "Where I live they would steal the table." Another added, "Instructions: 'place package in hidden compartment of table by the door.' Delivery driver 10' from your porch: 'Kobe!'"

Skepticism was evident in many comments, as numerous users doubted the effectiveness of the table. One person remarked, "The overwhelming majority of delivery drivers couldn't care less about this clever hiding place and would still leave it out in the open." Another cynically noted, "And now you've only gone and told them where to look..."

A few commenters voiced their frustration with delivery drivers' tendencies to ignore specific instructions. "I can't get delivery drivers to leave packages at my garage door instead of the front door. There is no way they're smart enough to try and put a package IN a table that obviously can't fit a package in it," one user lamented.

Concerns about the practicality of the solution were also raised. "I've seen porch pirates follow a delivery van and steal the package before the driver even left. This wouldn't help in that instance," shared another user.

Some comments took a humorous turn, with one person saying, "Well this dude doesn't have any packages to steal, but that is a nice-looking table there on the porch." Another jested, "Tomorrow morning, dude in this video will find his packages stolen along with the magic table."

Despite the naysayers, the concept of using a mirror to create an illusion of invisibility is undeniably fascinating. Goliath's creative approach to thwarting porch pirates showcases the innovative potential of combining science and a bit of "sorcery." While it might not be foolproof, it's certainly a conversation starter and a testament to human ingenuity in the face of everyday problems.

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Top Comments from Imgur

frenofafren

Where I live they would steal the table.

OnlyByMoonlight

The overwhelming majority of delivery drivers couldn't care less about this clever hiding place and would still leave it out in the open.

imgurmage

Instructions: "place package in hidden compartment of table by the door" Delivery driver 10' from your porch: "Kobe!"

LordTwaddleford

And now you've only gone and told them where to look...

Futchm

I can't get delivery drivers to leave packages at my garage door instead of front door. There is no way they're smart enough to try and put a package IN a table that obviously can't fit a package in it

Shelbydelbydoo

Can we quit giving them the cool-sounding title and just call them thieves?

Lassannn

When i was a mailman, you'd probably catch a shotgun blast to the chest for even approaching the porch in my area. Rural NC.

Dimestream

I've seen porch pirates follow a delivery van and steal the package before the driver even left. This wouldn't help in that instance...

Jace99

Whose delivery driver reads instructions? Mine sure as don’t.

idonthaveauser

This is not going to fool anyone for more than half a second. This only works on camera, not for humans with 2 eyes. And only works when the side wall and rear wall have similar texture. He just could have just as well taken an square box with a print on it.

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