Polygon's editors curated a list of The Greatest Achievements in Dumb Internet Video "to define a canon of funny videos created for the vast expanse of the internet. Ignoring nostalgia and their virality, it's an attempt to carve out a Criterion Collection of completely stupid, but absolutely genius internet content." I've picked some of my favorites here. What did they miss?
The "greatest" dumb Internet videos
Watch inner tubes inflated until they burst
On YouTube, boxman1971 inflates inner tubes until they burst. The tension and suspense is overwhelming! I assumed this was purely an amateur scientific interest, but they appear to have filmed… READ THE REST
Dramatic dog plays dead every time his nails are about to get trimmed
This dramatic and clever dog has found a way out of getting his nails trimmed. Every time his owner tries to trim his little paw, he dramatically pretends to fall… READ THE REST
Can you carry a 75-inch TV set home on a unicycle?
You've probably seen the videos of consumers trying to fit a large electronics purchase, often a large TV screen, into a vehicle not designed for a large TV screen. You… READ THE REST
Treat the culinary master in your life with this exclusively-priced set of knives for $89.97 this holiday
TL;DR: Every passionate home cook or aspiring chef needs a knife set that can handle every cutting task. Save 64% off on this 5-piece knife set made from Damascus stainless steel today… READ THE REST
Give your fingers a break & eliminate hand cramps with this $9.99 Bluetooth Remote Control
TL;DR: Glide through apps, take pics, and zoom through pages with the Bluetooth Remote Control for only $9.99 (Reg. $19) and save nearly $10. Has your thumb been crying out for help? Carpal… READ THE REST
Give the gift of knowledge & power with a lifetime subscription to Babbel Language Learning for only $149.97
TL;DR: The Babbel Language Learning Lifetime Subscription (All Languages) is the perfect gift for the frequent traveler, student, or person interested in self-improvement, and it's only $149.97 (Reg. $599) until 11:59 PM on… READ THE REST
