100% fake, but how did they do it?

Snickers99 · 06-11-2008, 06:25 PM

Cell Phone Popcorn?

Alex Boese figures there must be a heating element hidden under the table. A physics professor consulted by Wired.com concurs, suggesting there may have been some sneaky editing involved as well.

Some folks think the video -- which is actually just one of several posted in different languages at roughly the same time -- may be part of a viral marketing campaign for some as yet unknown company.

Physicist Debunks Cellphone Popcorn Viral Videos | The Underwire from Wired.com

The popcorn videos, like the slew of YouTube clips showcasing ordinary people performing extraordinary feats that came before them, has the distinct markings of a viral-marketing campaign. Let's look at the facts.

First, all four videos -- French, Japanese and two American editions -- were posted to the YouTube accounts of users bobtel08 and benzin513 (with French descriptions) within several days of one another.

Second, a cryptic bit of commentary posted alongside one of the videos says: "We tried but didn't make it ... maybe only with phone brands or models???" It could be a subtle hint to get viewers to notice the phones more than the stunt. And, indeed, several comments have suggested the phones all appear to be similar makes and models, possibly Nokias or Sony Ericsson mobiles.

So, not really a "how they do that" answer, but maybe a "why they do that"?

Snickers99 · 06-11-2008, 06:27 PM

Oh, and:

Cell Phone Popcorn Maker - Video

mervhage · 06-12-2008, 09:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snickers99

Oh, and:

Cell Phone Popcorn Maker - Video

Jesus, Mary and Joseph, that cell phone has the most fucking annoying ringtone EVER.

Mirage · 06-12-2008, 10:09 AM

Well, that's 5 minutes of my life I'm not gonna get back.

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Snickers99 Super Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 6,201	Cell Phone Popcorn? Alex Boese figures there must be a heating element hidden under the table. A physics professor consulted by Wired.com concurs, suggesting there may have been some sneaky editing involved as well. Some folks think the video -- which is actually just one of several posted in different languages at roughly the same time -- may be part of a viral marketing campaign for some as yet unknown company. Physicist Debunks Cellphone Popcorn Viral Videos \| The Underwire from Wired.com The popcorn videos, like the slew of YouTube clips showcasing ordinary people performing extraordinary feats that came before them, has the distinct markings of a viral-marketing campaign. Let's look at the facts. First, all four videos -- French, Japanese and two American editions -- were posted to the YouTube accounts of users bobtel08 and benzin513 (with French descriptions) within several days of one another. Second, a cryptic bit of commentary posted alongside one of the videos says: "We tried but didn't make it ... maybe only with phone brands or models???" It could be a subtle hint to get viewers to notice the phones more than the stunt. And, indeed, several comments have suggested the phones all appear to be similar makes and models, possibly Nokias or Sony Ericsson mobiles. So, not really a "how they do that" answer, but maybe a "why they do that"? __________________ "I'm disappointed in you, Scotty" -- Michael DeMichele at the 2008 WSOP HORSE Final Table Check out My Blog, updated 8/24/08

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