For the record, this is *not* Jeff Goldblum. JG is really tall, probably 6'4" and has always been skinny and in great shape. This guy does look like him, but is of average height and a bit pudgy, and looks to be a bit younger (iPod didn't come out that long ago, what 2001?). I had heard that a few times and just wanted to clear that up.
The Apple Music Event video is kinda funny, I remember wanting a RIO waayyyy before the ipod was available, I could only pray I'd ever have a Nomad, I had an iriver before the ipod, and they have 9 minutes explaining the basics of mp3 players like it's a completely new take on the concept.It's just funny that this stuff is readily available, ready to take off, but it takes an apple product and then everyone has one. Apple did a good job with the design of course, making it smaller, pushing more battery life, but did everyone wait for the Color TV before getting one? - ok maybe some did, but clearly not the majority as is the ipod.
Agreed! I think apple should get back to stuff like this - think different was one of the best ad campaigns ever. Remember: the best ads are unique, amusing, and have you entertained so you don't think of the product until it's over. Every time I see Bono I think of ipods and selling out. Every time I see Bono on tv I think "another ipod ad", and change the channel. You're damn right the U2 move was a regression. (By the way, I like U2, and respect Bono --- I just hate ad whores)
17,968 views 558 diggs.That makes it about 10,000 views since the story has been posted. Approx 20 views per digg. Guess this supports the digg information freeloader theory posted here a while back.
adamlazzJun 24, 2006
'I haven't seen any other ipod ads'You're not missing much.Great find. Great ad.
rjcarrJun 24, 2006
For the record, this is *not* Jeff Goldblum. JG is really tall, probably 6'4" and has always been skinny and in great shape. This guy does look like him, but is of average height and a bit pudgy, and looks to be a bit younger (iPod didn't come out that long ago, what 2001?). I had heard that a few times and just wanted to clear that up.
Closed AccountJun 24, 2006
The Apple Music Event video is kinda funny, I remember wanting a RIO waayyyy before the ipod was available, I could only pray I'd ever have a Nomad, I had an iriver before the ipod, and they have 9 minutes explaining the basics of mp3 players like it's a completely new take on the concept.It's just funny that this stuff is readily available, ready to take off, but it takes an apple product and then everyone has one. Apple did a good job with the design of course, making it smaller, pushing more battery life, but did everyone wait for the Color TV before getting one? - ok maybe some did, but clearly not the majority as is the ipod.
ash91Jun 24, 2006
not in a world where technological advancements happen so damn quickly
grahamhancockJun 24, 2006
That was only 5 years ago, too. I remember when it aired all the time.
tomalakborgJun 24, 2006
Agreed! I think apple should get back to stuff like this - think different was one of the best ad campaigns ever. Remember: the best ads are unique, amusing, and have you entertained so you don't think of the product until it's over. Every time I see Bono I think of ipods and selling out. Every time I see Bono on tv I think "another ipod ad", and change the channel. You're damn right the U2 move was a regression. (By the way, I like U2, and respect Bono --- I just hate ad whores)
bluerpkJun 24, 2006
17,968 views 558 diggs.That makes it about 10,000 views since the story has been posted. Approx 20 views per digg. Guess this supports the digg information freeloader theory posted here a while back.
telielioJun 25, 2006
one word. awkward.