Innovative mentalism inspired by Chan Canasta.

A participant takes a shuffled deck, which you never touch. They reveal the top card – the Jack of Clubs. Your phone, resting on the table, displays a recent Facebook post: a photo of you holding the Jack of Clubs. Incredible, right? Thanks, Chan!

This can also be a simple status update: “Someone is about to pick the Jack of Clubs. Who knew? I DID!” They can even verify it on their own phone.

• No special app needed.

• Completely self-contained; no assistant required.

• No sleight-of-hand necessary since you NEVER touch the deck!

• Works with any deck, no duplicates or preparation required.

• No stooges involved, instant or otherwise.

• No dual reality involved.

• Your phone remains untouched on the table, and THEY verify the prediction!

• No additional purchases or learning required.

• Not a card magician? Prefer using star signs? No problem!

Impressive, right?

The promotional claims are entirely accurate – you never touch the deck or phone.

This is essentially ‘The Trick That Cannot Be Explained’ taken to new heights.

A version where the prediction is revealed BEFORE the selection is made is also included!

Customer Reviews:

“21st Century Canasta is a brilliant, practical piece of creative mentalism from Mark Elsdon. You’ll appreciate the clarity, simplicity, and the ‘hands-off’ nature of this astonishing effect. Plus, it’s modern: a smartphone magic trick using a regular phone, no stooges, special apps, or technical gimmicks.” – Ian Rowland

“Mark has reinvented classic methods with a completely new twist, creating a physical and technological marvel that would have amazed Canasta himself! It certainly fooled me!!” – Michael Murray

“A fantastic addition to my repertoire! I will be performing this frequently.” – Jason Messina

“Mark has crafted a chimera; an incredibly deceptive effect using an ordinary smartphone while remaining delightfully low-tech. With no expensive apps or sleight of hand, your audience will never stand a CHANce!” – Steven Brownley

“Thank you for 21st Century Canasta. It was exactly what I needed to enhance ***** from ***** *****. I rarely add new effects, but your creations fit perfectly into my performances.” – Matthew Crabtree

“Thanks, Mark. The effect is outstanding!” – Greg Glau

“21st Century Canasta offers a fantastic experience; it’s simple, professional, and easy to perform… a completely hands-off method and presentation, making it one of the best cellphone effects I’ve encountered! Definitely a user!” – R. Lee Davis