The Richmond Times-Dispatch posted an archive of ads that ran in the paper in the 1980s—a treasure trove of bad fashion and good computers! [via Metafilter]
Archive of ads that appeared in the Richmond Times-Dispatch in the 1980s
1990s plastic industry propaganda video
In this 1997 ad, the superiority of plastic in all conceivable applications is asserted. It's quite surreal how it steps one by one through things now understood to be pollution, then ends on "and then it saved this cop's life." [via] READ THE REST
Offensive burger ad banned in UK, ensuring that everyone sees it the world over
A burger van in England posted an offensive Mother's Day ad exploiting the disappearance of toddler Madeleine McCann, whose parents left her in a vacation rental while they dined at a tapas bar. The ad (which features McCann, her mother and the line "With burgers this good, you'll leave your kids at home. What's the… READ THE REST
Dramatic interpretations of the 1990s Sears commercial for air conditioning
SungWon Cho offers four increasingly funny and clever dramatic interpretations of the classic 1990s Sears ad for air conditioning. The original is embedded below. I'm thinking of doing "Merchant-Ivory liminally queer aristocrats" if this becomes a genre. READ THE REST
Ditch the extra cup of coffee. This gadget can really boost your productivity
Whether gaming in your spare time or burying yourself in spreadsheets at your 9-to-5, efficiency matters. And while you may have the latest and greatest laptop or smartphone to work on, its small screen can totally kill your enjoyment, especially when you're hopping over to different apps or watching your favorite streaming content. If you're looking for a way… READ THE REST
Enjoy a pet without the mess with this robotic canine!
The world is full of reasons to love dogs. How could you not? They are cute, kind, thoughtful, and always trying to make friends. The world is also full of reasons to love technology. But is there a way to bring these two together? Is the world ready for robotic dogs? The answer is yes! Petoi just… READ THE REST
This Unlimited Lifetime Learning Subscription Bundle with Rosetta Stone is the perfect way to learn a new skill
If there was ever a time to refresh what's going on in that noggin, it's now that you're finally digging into new technology instead of the old hat ways you're used to. You've finally got a good hold on life, and now it's time to elevate your value. This Unlimited Lifetime Learning Subscription Bundle is perfect for… READ THE REST
