The Onion imagines Apple's first product release under Tim Cook
In a week filled with Verizon iPhone sales and analyst expectations, it is nice to have some humorous stories to break things up. Thanks to The Onion, Apple fans can take a look ahead at the first big announcement of a product spearheaded by interim CEO Tim Cook. The fleshy version of the MacBook was described as being "cutting-edge" by Cook and "disgusting" by those in the audience who had the privilege of experiencing the product first-hand. This latest MacBook version features shave-able USB ports, an eye-enhanced camera, keratinized keyboard and is available with a flesh-like surface that sheds monthly. The latest notebook to grace Apple's illustrious lineup also includes advanced auditory controls that provide users with life-like reactions, such as snoring when put to sleep, yelling when woken up and moaning when the battery is low.
This spectacle of a device is available in 13-, 15- and 17-inch models that are powered by a 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor. Pricing for the 13-inch model will begin at $1299. Accessories for preventing systemic bacterial infection, cleaning the DVD teeth and curtailing arousal will be available soon after launch.
For all the gory details, click through to The Onion and prepare
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http://www.theonion.com/video/apple-fans-chopping-off-hands-in-anticipation-of-n,19084/
Yes. This is also there on the front page.
Hilarious by the way. Both this and the MacBook. Ha.
This American Life has a show (#426: Tough Room 2011) where the writers share ideas for the next issue. There are some really funny ideas, and not all of them make it to the show. After listening to that, I'd love to hear how they worked and refined this story.
Someone has seen the Cronenberg movie "eXistenZ" (excellent movie, btw).
I love The Onion.
Great piece of truly faux news.
Unfortunately, there are some in the world who will actually believe that this is real news. I am sure this is where Ballmer gets all of his tips. ;)
Cheers
It's funny (and a little sad) to read the comments on their YouTube videos. I mean, yeah, the production is really slick, but how do some people still not know what The Onion is?
February 10 2011 at 7:50 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyOMG... this brings a whole new meaning to iLife!
I hope you can get a starter kit where you can grow your own.
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