In the digital age, tablets have become a common tool in horror films, often serving as a gateway to terror or a device that unleashes supernatural forces. This curated list of 10 horror movies showcases how these everyday gadgets can turn into instruments of fear, making for a unique and modern twist on the genre. Whether it's through cursed apps, haunted digital content, or sinister AI, these films will make you think twice before picking up your tablet again.
The Cell (2000)
Description: While not exclusively about tablets, the film features virtual reality technology, which can be likened to modern tablets, as a means to enter the mind of a serial killer.
Fact: The film was praised for its innovative use of CGI to depict the inner workings of the human mind.
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Pulse (2006)
Description: Ghosts invade the world through the internet, using tablets and computers to spread their influence, creating a chilling atmosphere of digital dread.
Fact: The film was a remake of the Japanese horror film "Kairo" and explores themes of isolation and technology.
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The Signal (2007)
Description: A hacker group uses their tablets to intercept a mysterious signal, leading to a series of bizarre and terrifying events.
Fact: The film was one of the first to use the concept of a signal or virus spreading through digital devices to create horror.
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The Caller (2011)
Description: A woman receives mysterious calls on her tablet from a woman claiming to be from the past, leading to a chilling connection between the two.
Fact: The film explores themes of time travel and communication through technology.
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Open Windows (2014)
Description: A fan wins a chance to chat with his favorite actress via a tablet, but the situation quickly escalates into a high-tech thriller involving voyeurism and blackmail.
Fact: The entire movie was shot using computer screens, making it a unique entry in the found footage genre.
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Friend Request (2016)
Description: A college student's life turns into a nightmare when she accepts a friend request from a lonely girl on social media, leading to horrifying consequences via her tablet.
Fact: The film was originally titled "Unfriend" but was changed to avoid confusion with "Unfriended."
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Unfriended (2014)
Description: This film takes place entirely on a computer screen, where a group of friends are haunted by a mysterious entity through their social media and Skype calls, all initiated by a tablet.
Fact: The movie was shot in real-time, and the entire film was improvised by the actors based on a detailed script outline.
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The Den (2013)
Description: A documentary filmmaker uses her tablet to explore the dark web, only to witness a murder and become the next target of a killer.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life stories of people getting involved in dangerous online activities.
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The App (2019)
Description: A group of friends download a mysterious app that promises to fulfill their deepest desires, but it comes with a deadly price, all controlled through their tablets.
Fact: The film explores themes of technology addiction and the consequences of instant gratification.
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The Dark Web (2017)
Description: A group of friends stumble upon a dark web site through their tablets, which leads them into a world of horror and crime.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life stories of the dark web's dangers.
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