What is the "Fake Mobile Phone Repair Scam" scam in Hue?

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Shops claiming to repair phones near the Hue Citadel and Phu Bai Airport either fail to return devices, swap in broken phones, or fail to actually fix problems while charging full price. "Authorized repair" signs are fake, and travelers have no recourse upon departure. Avoid using unfamiliar repair shops. Only repair phones through authorized retailers like FPT Telecom or your network provider. Back up all data before handing over your phone. Get a written receipt with specific repair details and expected completion time.

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Fake Mobile Phone Repair Scam

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