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Some product designs have been around so long that we often take their convenience for granted. We all know that everyday items like keys or forks are designed with specific characteristics so that they can actually be practical in our day-to-day lives. But have you ever wondered how these same objects would look if they were intentionally created to make your life miserable?
If you're curious about such absurd design choices, look no further than the subreddit r/AwesomelyUseless. There, you'll find the finest collection of the most bizarre "upgrades" made by designers. While these creations may overall look great, they serve absolutely no practical purpose and might infuriate you instead. Reflecting on these useless items might lead us to consider how people with special needs might feel when faced with everyday objects that are difficult or even impossible to use.
So, next time you reach for a regular old fork or key, take a moment to appreciate the thought that some professional has put into designing it to make your life somewhat better.
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#1
I’m Sure You’ve All Seen This Before, But I’m Posting It Anyway
Giles McArdell 2 years ago
"I bought some dehydrated water, but didn't know what to add" (Steven Wright)
This is a test 2 years ago
If anyone is wondering about the history of this https://culinarylore.com/food-history:cans-of-bernard-dehydrated-water/
Analyn Lahr 2 years ago
How do we know this wasn't made up by Obvious Plant's great grandfather or something.
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#2
Just Incase You Didn't Have Enough Trouble Finding Normal Golfballs
Odd1Out 2 years ago
Only a box there… maybe they uploaded the wrong photo?
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RosenCranzLives 2 years ago
Combat Golf. Very popular in Rio. Like Capoeira, only with putters.
#3
This Is Some Platform 9¾ Level Cycle Path
SuperChicken 2 years ago
... Come on inside takin' that ride to nowhere...
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Anthony Jordan 2 years ago
I'm sure you've waited years to use that line. :)
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Kelly Aitken 2 years ago
I thought it looked like Vancouver Canada tbh. Looks a lot like the Granville bridge haha
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#4
You Need A Trolley And An Owl To Get Off Of This Escalator
Bols 2 years ago
You have to go there and tell us where it leads MadameMalfoy!
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glowworm2 2 years ago (edited)
The Stairway to Heaven's lesser known cousin, the Escalator to Nowhere.
BluEyedSeoulite 2 years ago
Yeah, I see this often in Korea. Most of the time they turn off the escalator too but sometimes they don't and it can be highly amusing
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TonyTee 2 years ago
Psssh gtfoh, there’s a difference between bad idea and plain ol’ stupid and this one is just plain f*****g stupid. The last step on the escalator always makes me stumble, doesn’t matter I’m going up or down, that last step gets me everytime; I can see myself bouncing off that wall after I hit it, and tumbling back down the escalator
Shirley Heyn 2 years ago
I really hate when people stop right before getting off and plug up the pathway!!!
#5
Make Your Baby Do The Cleaning
My eye bags make me look like a panda. 2 years ago
that was quite the mental image
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Human #1,232,867 2 years ago
You can actually buy it here https://amzn.to/3DwDYhF to give a try
#6
I've Been Wondering How I Should Rewind Dvd's All This Time
WoodChuckCouldChuck 2 years ago
When I was a sergeant I probably sent a dozen privates looking for “headlight fluid” just to get them to f**k off for a bit. The worse ones had to go find the first sergeant’s office and ask for an ID-10-T form.
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Jessica Scott 2 years ago
I remember, when we started making the switch from VHS to DVD, thinking the best part about DVD's was not needing to rewind them.
Chintan Shah 2 years ago
For my younger pandas... VHS tapes need to be rewound after watching from it. dVDs do not need to be rewound
Mary Peace 2 years ago
I feel so old, I remember cassette tapes. If you didn't want to listen to the other side, you had to rewind them.
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Harriss Warman 2 years ago
Amazing invention. Idiots will still buy this to this day. Why not capitalise
Elizabeth VanDyke 2 years ago
I once worked with a lady who thought she knew all there was to know about anything. One day she told me that she just got her car inspected and went into detail about everything that was done. I told her that I hoped she had the air in her tires checked because it's very dangerous to drive on tires that had stale air in them. She got a stunned look on her face and said that she never heard of that and why didn't the guys at the garage know about it. I said that they knew, it was their job to know these things and probably they just didn't want to be bothered.
Nurgle's Cyberocrat 2 years ago
I hope you enjoyed riuning a random mechanics day.
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#7
Post Not In Use
Nurgle's Cyberocrat 2 years ago
It's definitely not in america. Only stop signs are allowed to be either red or octagon shaped.
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David 2 years ago
This seems like a joke / photoshop to me. Locally we have signs that are sometimes 'not in use' but not a sign saying that. Instead they are made with a hinge so when not in use they fold over so they just say nothing at all. An example is one stretch of road where only certain times of the year (rainy season - surprise) it says "water over roadway".
Nurgle's Cyberocrat 2 years ago
Look a little up and to the left of the first letter. I see a tiny branch with a reflection.
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Boris Long-Johnson 2 years ago
They’re usually preceding a matrix sign or some such and have a genuine reason. Generally they’re temporary and removed once the system is up and running properly. https://theorytest.org.uk/sign-not-in-use/#:~:text=This%20sign%20indicates%20that%20a,Background%20Colour%3A%20Red
Sheila Cobb 2 years ago
Why bother putting it there at all. You know it’ll confuse some people.
#8
I Actually Really Want One Of These
Jennifer_Crowley_Luci 2 years ago
It is I.. Occasionally I am that monster :D Depends on the bake and toppings for me!
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Sawdust 2 years ago
And then I'll struggle trying to cut it with the side of the fork rather than picking up the nearby knife. :-)
Load More Replies... Human #1,232,867 2 years ago
This is available for all pizza lover here https://amzn.to/3Owj1tt Great gift idea
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#9
Not Only Is This Useless, It Looks Like Even More Work
Averysleepypanda 2 years ago
Oooh but I love the feel and sound of a typewriter so although useless I still want lol
Jessica Scott 2 years ago
I have an antique typewriter in my closet that I want to try and find new ribbon for. I want this too.
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TotallyNOTaFox 2 years ago
I think it's isn't that stupid, I have quite some trouble typing on screens because my fingers are too big and the max. size setting for the "keys" is still too small
MC C 2 years ago
actually if you can touch type, this would make writing on a tablet a lot easier, I don't think they teach touch typing anymore, which is a shame because I think it would be even more useful now then it used to be
Inella 2 years ago (edited)
Not to mention it’s FUN! I love that and 10-key by touch.
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#10
This Has To Be A Joke Right?
Matt Du 2 years ago
If Goop's peak revenue was $18M in 2022. I can also believe slapping the word diet on water will sell millions of bottles
jasper 2 years ago
OMG, Goop is such a scam. I can't believe people actually buy her BS
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rullyman 2 years ago
I think it has added soluble fibre, to help make you feel full and reduce bloating.
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Jason Hulet 2 years ago
But is it salt free or no added salt. I'm supposed to be watching my salt intake
Kristal 2 years ago
So this water is from Japan, it's more likely the Diet part was mistranslated.
Roan The Demon Kitty 2 years ago (edited)
It's not. It's a legit thing. The writing in the orange circle basically says "tasty and effortless diet!" iirc, its flavoured water with healthy minerals or something.
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#11
What's The Point?
Spannermonkey 2 years ago
It's a 2-way mirror and the inside coating peeled off where they've put the sign.
Mad Dragon 2 years ago
You can check by putting your fingernail against the mirror. There should be space between your fingernail and its reflection. If there is no space, you are being spied on.
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Stella Sandor 1 year ago
but its fuunnnnyyyyyy its okay if the pranks are good.
Load More Replies... Mary Peace 2 years ago
Help! I saw myself before I read the sign. Do I have to pay compensation or something? I promise I won't look again, honest!
Dean Marconi 2 years ago
This is very obviously a prank sign that someone hung (probably the same person that took the picture)
#12
Well Crap, There Goes My Dinner Plan!
TheOddPotater (she/her) 2 years ago
i wonder how many times this happened that they had to put a warning on there
My “in my head” Voice 2 years ago
That picture, though, is awesome! Somebody had fun at work that day!
HungryPanda 2 years ago
I thought coat hangers were more notorious for being used elsewhere on the human body? Imagine that warning!
bottomless.abyss.of.bordem 2 years ago
Texas is gonna have to outlaw wire hangers....
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Nurgle's Cyberocrat 2 years ago
I mean, if they stop just one person from eating a coat hanger, this wasn't useless.
#13
This Picture Really Brings Light To One Of The Most Useless Gadgets Ever
ConstantlyJon 2 years ago
it reminds me of the old wirey lights that you'd clip to your gameboy so you could play at night. Of course, I had a purple see-through one because 90's.
Apple Jakes 2 years ago
I forgot all about those! I think I had one with a magnifier on it.
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Kim Lorton 2 years ago
It should hook on tour head board on the bed, so tou can read at night without super bright light!
#14
The Sole Reason For These $425 Gold Pills Is To Make Your Excrement Glittery
rullyman 2 years ago
People who are into nasty nasty things in the bedroom 😭
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John Baker 2 years ago
If I could afford to spend $425 on something this useless and idiotic, I'd just give the money to someone who needed it. That would be putting it to far better use.
Ericthedead 2 years ago
Only if I had a Dr expecting a stool sample. Then I can see their use.
Palo Sulek 2 years ago
U fckin talk like Ur bloody shait is fkin better then mine and shines like gold dunnit ? ....Actually, sir, yes, precisely, you are right about it
#15
I Thought I’d Seen It All... But Nope, USB Pet Rock
TonyTee 2 years ago (edited)
If somebody showed me this as their new “pet” I’d show em my new pet too, a piece of paper
Mermeow Overlord (they/them) 2 years ago
Where did you stick the plug? 🐈⬛🔌
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Lee Henderson 2 years ago
Make it a USB heatrock so your favorite lizard can join you at work.
Inella 2 years ago
Fading change mood lighting? Tribble-like sounds, maybe 🤷🏻♀️
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#16
There’s One Key Flaw In This Design
Matt Du 2 years ago
Because finding the keyhole isn't enough of a challange when it's 1am and your drunk
Scott Rackley 2 years ago
if you mean rotational, that's what the hole is for, the last 4 degrees of freedom of movement
Apple Jakes 2 years ago
This was never a real product. It was literally a rendering of useless objects created by a graphic artist. You could probably find it with an image search.
Load More Replies... Phillip Moderow 2 years ago
It's a gas station restroom key that gets attached to a steering wheel.
#17
This Sun Visor That Blocks Nothing
Hecate DeMort 2 years ago
I could imagine it being useful when wearing a hood in the rain, I hate it when I end up ith wet glasses
Human #1,232,867 2 years ago
it's actually a thing. Just check out the second picture.. https://amzn.to/3YeULz2
#18
Stylish Diving Is The New Trend
ShellsBells 2 years ago
As a diver, I disagree. Why not be fashionable while cruising the ocean bottom? And functional as well. That person is only going to swim really close behind you once. And no need to worry about twisting your ankle trying to get out of the water, you always take your fins off before exiting. Also, it's fashion, of course its going to have a hefty price tag, dahling.
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Tucker Cahooter 2 years ago
Maybe if you are swimming with these on and are attacked by a great white you could use the stiletto heels in self defence
#19
I'm Sure It Has A Great View, But Good Luck Getting There!
mooshoflove 2 years ago
Little do we know, it's a hidden portal .. we just can't see the door... Dun dun duuuuun!
David A Paterson 2 years ago
Be worth climbing up to with a chair, for the privacy. And for the look on the faces of passers by.
#20
I Bet They Made Some Serious Dough Selling These
LillieMean 2 years ago (edited)
The recipe for beef wellington can be found in the Hannibal Lecter cookbook.Guaranteed to be finger licking good.
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Adele Maestranzi 2 years ago
This is one of those fake product boxes that show up on BP every now and then.
Ericthedead 2 years ago
Yeah I see the headline now. Stoner eats own hands thinking they are a sandwich.
TonyTee 2 years ago
Hey man, can’t hold it against them, desperate times call for desperate measures and you gotta do whatever you can to get by and make bread
#21
Because Your Guinea Pigs Can't Go Around Looking Cute And Adorable!
Purple Sprinkles 2 years ago
This is if you take them outside, it helps protect against predators.
#22
No More Losing Remotes Down The Side Of The Couch
Karen Krause 2 years ago
for me it's the cat. I can't find it until he changes the channel.
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Serene Abusamaan 2 years ago
i can't be embarrassed again, besides, who keeps that many remotes!?
#23
Perfect For On The Go Viewing When You're Out Of Data!
Reyes 2 years ago
YouTube is introducing new product, offline YouTube. Only £5 a month, get it now!
zgillet 2 years ago
Uh, that's real. YouTube Premium has downloading videos to view later offline.
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Kraneia The Dancing Dryad 2 years ago
Well, since no one wants their stupid premium service, they gotta make money somehow. Are there ads in this too???
David A Paterson 2 years ago
I'd buy this. No trawling through hours and hours of total trash.
Marley Nachi 2 years ago
must be super outdated considering that videos can trend for hours then die
Laurie Ostergaard-Overbey 2 years ago
my kid is always using up his data watching youtube. i would absolutely buy this for a christmas stocking joke!!
帅王 2 years ago
It was pretty normal at the end of 00's and early 10's , DVD or VCD with low quality resolution , for about 1 usd you can find it in low income areas , it's more incredible that in third world countries (Mexico) they are broadcasting many tv shows that are just youtube , tik tok and Twitter video compilations and people watch it because they have several tv ads .
#24
I Hope These Never Catch On
JL 2 years ago
To be underpants for your hands, you'd need pants for your hands to cover them up. I guess they are sold separately.
Mary Peace 2 years ago
The actual pants are called 'gloves'. Available now at a store near you!
Load More Replies... Robert T 2 years ago
Was actually contemplating whether something like this existed, as I had a small op on the back of my hand and the bulky dressing is driving me nuts as i can't hold things properly. Even better if the fly works so that you can scratch an itch. :D
Leoninus Fate 2 years ago
wow wait til they hear about this thing called gloves, its gonna rock there "pants" off
#25
Take The Goldfish For A Walk
A B C the Third 2 years ago
Keeping a fish in an awfully small bowl like that is fúcking harmful in the first place. I hope they're not that much around anymore anyways, but I'm not sure.
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Kraneia The Dancing Dryad 2 years ago
They did an experiment where they put sensors on a goldfish bowl and set it on a wheeled cart. The cart would move in the direction the goldfish went so essentially the goldfish "drove" itself around the room.
Timmy Pillinger 2 years ago
There were two fish in a tank and one says 'do you know how to drive a tank'?
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AxolotlViolet (they/them) 2 years ago
It's neat until a bird or hangry pescatarian decides to snatch it from you
Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My! 2 years ago
I was planning on getting a dog after prison, once I got settled. Knowing not every landlord accepts pets, I'd tell people that if I couldn't have a dog, I'd get a cat. If I couldn't have either, I'd get a caged animal. If I wasn't allowed a caged animal, I'd at least get a fish. I didn't really want a fish. A parrot or hamster can learn the big ugly-giver can be tamed. I don't believe a goldfish would have that understanding. So, I'd tell everyone I'd turn my fish into a real pet, take it for walks and all. I envisioned a fishbowl somehow secured to a skateboard.
Ericthedead 2 years ago
Yeah I think this is dumb. Fish don’t need walks. Just a lot of sloshing around viewing the world through the distortion of the bowl. Not a good time for a fish
Mojayokok 2 years ago (edited)
You’d be better to put them in a big aquarium so they have room and don’t get depressed. I hate when I see fish in an aquarium that’s swimming back and forth low along the bottom … it’s a sign of depression from its living environment. ** https://bigthink.com/neuropsych/depressed-fish-may-seem-like-a-joke-to-you-but-its-serious-to-them/#:~:text=Pittman's%20lab%20uses%20something%20called,reaches%20of%20the%20new%20space. ** Depressed Fish May Seem Like a Joke to You, But It’s Serious to Them “The novel tank test” has proved that fishes, when they are depressed, always tend to hang out in the lower half of the tank as compared to a non-depressed fish who swims on top, most of the time. So basically, if your fish is depressed, it will swim in the bottom half of the aquarium with its fins down.
Mary Peace 2 years ago
I'm no expert, but I'm sure the money would be better spent on a proper tank where the fish has room to swim around.
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It’s A Dog Eat Dog World
CorgiBuns 2 years ago
I own one of these, my kid loves it and feels like a big boy for cutting his own hotdogs. Not useless at all
Betsy Ray 2 years ago
Great idea because hot dog slices, like whole grapes, are a major choking hazard.
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Averysleepypanda 2 years ago
Again, not really useless. Easy tool to make food more exciting for kids
Kraneia The Dancing Dryad 2 years ago
My roommate has one of these!! It's cute, but neither of us have little ones, so I'm not sure why we still have it.
Human #1,232,867 2 years ago
🚨Lucky you, here is the link to one of these https://amzn.to/3DwCbca , Enjoy your Hot Dog Holder and Slicer Snacks
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#27
Does This Offend Eastern Cultures Less?
Greenmantle 2 years ago
I think that's actually really clever. Want to use chopsticks? Fine, use the ends. Need a spoon? Use the other end.
The Original Bruno 2 years ago
Kinda needed to exist, just to justify the words, "spork chops."
Leoninus Fate 2 years ago
as a Japanese man, I really dont care if you ask for spoons or forks instead of chopsticks, the only thing here that kinds of offend me is that they think this is offensive, I think it's great!
Robin Roper 2 years ago
I actually bought something like this as a joke for my half Japanese husband who is inept at using chopsticks - we both had a good laugh.
Human #1,232,867 2 years ago
😂 the price they are selling these is ridiculous. https://amzn.to/3Yc4ZQN for the plastic version
Kim Lorton 2 years ago
Looks pretty handy. I would use them! I have numb hands and neuropathy from a spinal cord injury so I do not do well with chopsticks at all! I used to be really good. Not any more this would also safe places from having to being out or wash silverware! And its eco friendly! I like them!
#28
Picnic Pants
#29
This Looks Like Something Only Lady Gaga Would Wear
Alexandra Davis 2 years ago
As a wheelchair user, this would be great as it would keep my legs dry, as obviously sitting down, the thighs to knees get wet unlike when you're standing. I could still use my arms to roll again too. It would actually be useful for me!
Kim Landfather 2 years ago
It’s actually a good idea, if you don’t mind looking like a complete dork.
Drinking my Covfefe 2 years ago
I don't like holding umbrellas and this would keep both hands free
Mary Peace 2 years ago
That's what I was thinking. I use a walking stick so one hand is already full, I like to keep the other hand free for shopping bag or to open doors, etc.
Load More Replies... censorshipsucks 2 years ago
hmm not exactly. I hate getting wet in the rain especially in a suit and the shoulders get soaked and it's expensive if it's a woolbased suit so... I quite like the idea.
Hannah Hudson-Lee 2 years ago
I think it has a nice Elizabethan vibe. Back in days of yore, when everyone looked like an ostrich that ate a frisbee.
#30
Peel The Potato And Your Skin, 2 For 1!
Donna Peluda 2 years ago
I had one of these. There was a cover you put over the blade you weren't using that double as a handle. Very practical. I lost it in a move and still keep an eye out to see if I can find one.
Andy Cran 2 years ago
ahh not showing the blade cover handle bit does kinda misrepresent it
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Human #1,232,867 2 years ago
It's actuly only half of it. Here is the full knife https://amzn.to/3q5uerB Dont' be fooled
Janet Graham 2 years ago
As long as the blades are on the same side and there was enough plastic handle for your hand, it would be great!
Gustave DeLior 2 years ago
It peels perfectly but for that perfection there is a cost...of bloooooood.
Donald Holder 2 years ago
This was actually a great device till you couldn't 'snap on ' the knife cover from all the uses.
#31
Because Cracking An Egg Is So Difficult
Undercover 2 years ago
No wonder the oceans are full of plastic waste... Who produces this bullshitt? And is there anyone of sane mind buying things like these?
PeepPeep the duck 2 years ago
They are mostly produced for disabled people, think of how easier it would make breakfast for a one armed person or someone with really really bad arthritis
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Lola Rogers 2 years ago
So many "stupid product" lists include tools for coping with disabilities. This looks like a great tool for people with shaky hands or one hand.
Purple Sprinkles 2 years ago
This is for those with hand issues, it has it's use. A lot of items are considered useless or stupid if you're ablebodied.
Anon822209 2 years ago
Not only for folks with mobility issues. This would also be helpful for folks with sensory issues. My son can't stand the feeling of slimy things on his hands, not even for a second. He would use something like this.
#32
Is This A Bowl Or A Spoon?
Sierra (any/all) 2 years ago
this would be so nice to have when cooking, stops the ingredients from spilling. especially with baking soda. could actually get a spoonful out of the tiny cup with that
Apple Jakes 2 years ago
This model was made by the same person that did the goofy key above. They were meant to be comedic (fictional) examples of bad industrial design.
#33
Good Luck Doing Any Sums That Involve 1's
tuzdayschild 2 years ago (edited)
1 is 3-2. You people are so spoiled. "I need a one! I need a zero!"
Dan St John 2 years ago
Who needs 1's and 0's anyway? Those are for computers not calculators.
#34
What Could Be Cooler Than A Watermelon Coo... Oh Never Mind
Matt Du 2 years ago
Yubari King Melons cost up to $45,000. I'd have an armed escort from the supermarket as well
Joey Marlin 2 years ago
Quite! Though that there are foods that cost this much money is proof that some people have way too much of the stuff.
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Pamela Christie 2 years ago
I never knew watermelons needed to be walked! I've always kept mine in the fridge til they died of boredom.
AnnaRachelle 2 years ago
I saw a water melon at our local shop for £3. And I thought that was expensive...
Mary Peace 2 years ago
This looks like something to take my goldfish for a walk. . . sorry, already got that!
Mary Peace 2 years ago
I don't have a car but when I go to the melon shop I usually buy other things as well. How would I carry them?
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#35
This Door Doesn’t Even Lock
Justin Thyme 2 years ago
Fire door. Not supposed to lock. It provides a smoke and heat barrier only.
rw55066 2 years ago
I'm sure it's quite effective at doing that without a wall
Load More Replies... tuzdayschild 2 years ago
Unless you're a muggle, you walk through and step out in Hogwarts on the other side.
Mary Peace 2 years ago
I like the way there's a thing to stop the door from going right back so the handle damages the wall.
Swinger Panda 2 years ago
You can't lock fire doors and stairwell doors needed for emergency exits
#36
I Would Pay Good Money To Watch Someone Try And Water Their Garden With This
Reyes 2 years ago
Environmentally friendly watering can. Reuse your water instead of pouring it away.
Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My! 2 years ago
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Apple Jakes 2 years ago
Again, these were industrial design renderings made by an industrial design student for comedic purposes. They're not art and they were never produced. It's a joke
Demongrrrrl 2 years ago
This reminds me of the cover of Donald A. Norman's book "The Design of Everyday Things." It shows a teapot that's sort of similar. (An excellent book, I highly recommend it.)
Linda Vetri Carman Tesoroni 2 years ago
Why do I suddenly want to sing..."I'm a little teapot"?
Mary Peace 2 years ago
Dorothy, I was mentally correcting your spelling but I guess you mean pitcher as in type of jug, very clever.
Load More Replies... Yayheterogeneity (her/she) het 2 years ago
Try and get the water in the can! You'll fail mostly.
Benjamin Kowalsky 2 years ago
This gave me an idea for a show. The users of the useless. Every episode they get one useless invention voted by the viewers and they have to complete 2 tasks with it. The shortest time wins and the longest time get eliminated. The last one standing gets $1,000 or more
#37
Lip-Stick This Thing In The Bin
Havy Trandinh 2 years ago
hm, but what if your lips are smaller/bigger and it doesn’t work? ;-;
PotatoNinja5000 2 years ago
I'm not proud to know what the idea behind this is and how long I spent down the Chindogu rabbit hole a few years ago..
#38
You’d Wine A Lot About It If Someone Bought You This
zgillet 2 years ago
Nothing says class like drinking wine through a straw. Slurp.
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Andy Frobig 2 years ago
When you've got a drinking problem, but the problem is that you keep missing
Havy Trandinh 2 years ago (edited)
How would you drink from this? Edit: a straw I suppose. But that would be impractical O^O
Pamela Christie 2 years ago
This would work great for sunbirds and curlews...if sunbirds and curlews liked wine.
Mary Peace 2 years ago
It doesn't have to contain wine, it can have a drink for sunbirds and curlews.
Load More Replies... Averysleepypanda 2 years ago
This one and many other ones on this list (like the key) aren't actually real. They're from an artist who purposely created useless items
#39
"Every Inch Matters"
Mat Hall 2 years ago
This is actually useful. If your USB ports are close together it can be difficult to plug some things in - some USB flash drives, WiFi dongles, etc. - so this solves the problem.
Drinking my Covfefe 2 years ago
When you want your pet rock charged but don't want the hassle of long cords.
Two_rolling_black_eyes 2 years ago
Old periphery when the USB port was only in the back of your desktop computer. The peripheries would come with a built in 3 foot cord. This allowed access from the front without having to pull out the whole 30lb computer to swap out CD writer or a joystick..
#40
You Can't Even Eat The Cone After
lina peglar 2 years ago
It's a bit tricky but it can be done. I've learnt how to do it anyway.
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Bryn 2 years ago
Before you say "who would want that, it's useless" think of the people who don't have the same abilities you do.
Glass Ghost 2 years ago
I can't be upset. So much better than those wet cardboard cones. Don't judge me lol I do like the pointy cones though.
Havy Trandinh 2 years ago
Aww, you get less ice cream too, because the ice cream can’t go all the way down T^T
Mary Peace 2 years ago
But you still have the cone, so you can get a refill!
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Health And Safety Has Gone Mad
Giles McArdell 2 years ago
Kind of suspect there used to be more fence and less void of death here
Karen Krause 2 years ago
It's there to tie up your horse before you jump. No sense for him to go.
HungryPanda 2 years ago
If you fall from any other point of the cliff you'll be fine, just not behind that sweet little fence.
#42
I'm Sure These Are Extremely Effective
bottomless.abyss.of.bordem 2 years ago
EXACTLY! It's not raining in the hospital. Success.
Load More Replies... David A Paterson 2 years ago
Classic chindogu. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chind%C5%8Dgu "Chindōgu (珍道具) is the practice of inventing ingenious everyday gadgets that seem to be ideal solutions to particular problems, but which may cause more problems than they solve. The term is of Japanese origin.
#43
Bingo But Every Card Is The Same !merry Christmas
Teresa Thomas 2 years ago
Just adopt a different winning pattern for each player - one person can only win up and down, one person diagonally, one person with corners, etc
bottomless.abyss.of.bordem 2 years ago
You know your kid is special when they complain they never win
#44
What, Why, Who, No
censorshipsucks 2 years ago
the shoe looks worn and old, I am guessing it's showing how the foot went through it?
Karen Krause 2 years ago
That's a lot of trouble just to beat the "No Shoes, No Service" rule.
Natty Tempest 2 years ago
Finally. A perfect shoe for the fashion-conscious, blind earth-bender
#45
Inflatable Neck Brace?
Spannermonkey 2 years ago
Well, some mornings I reckon I'd happily wear one of them and stick about 45psi in it to straighten-out the kinks.
JMil 2 years ago
I have one of these and it really helped with some neck pain I was having. 100% recommend this one.
Holly Stevens 2 years ago
This is used to treat compressed discs in the neck. It's not useless
#46
A Tool That Can Slice Hot Dogs Into Little Hot Dog People, That Kids Can Then Devour Without Mercy
Anon Ymous 2 years ago (edited)
Can we call the majority of this list what it really is? Dystopian level mindless consumerism.
WoodChuckCouldChuck 2 years ago
Nothing mindless here this is pretty neat
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#47
You’d Have To Be A Mug To Buy This
Divyansha Shukla 2 years ago
And dump it on people who don't take your daily classes?
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#48
Let Me Introduce You To The Cuecat, The Early 2000 Home Barcode Scanner
censorshipsucks 2 years ago
exactly. someone might be running a home business and need to scan barcodes to record their inventory in a database app or similar.
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Horosho Bodka 2 years ago
I had that, got it for free. Spent some fun times playing with barcodes in stores...
Miles Mawyer 2 years ago
I'm pretty sure I still have 2. They were giving them away. You could remove a solder trace and disable the serial number each of them had. https://hackaday.com/2005/06/12/cuecat-hacking/
TheGoodBoi 2 years ago (edited)
Please tell me it "boop!"s. It has to boop! or I don't want it
#49
But You Couldn't Just Use A Bag?
Spannermonkey 2 years ago
I was given one of these and it actually works really well. For some reason, leaving the stone in helps the uneaten half last longer, and having the flesh directly against a smooth surface excludes oxygen better than a bag, plus this can be washed and re-used more easily than (usually disposable) bags. So yes, I never in a pink fit would have bought one, but now that I've got one, I'm keeping it.
#50
Is This The Most Spoilt Goldfish There Has Ever Been?
Liam Walsh 2 years ago
No. This would be a very unlucky goldfish: "moving the tank or the fish can cause great upheaval. It can even lead to injuries and stress-related sicknesses among your fish."
Ruthie R 2 years ago (edited)
People who can afford to spend money on junk like that, which is actually bad for the fish, can afford to buy a decent-sized tank so the goldfish doesn't spend its life in what amounts to an aquatic solitary cell. They're living creatures (& the old wives' tales about their having no memory always were rubbish) - keeping them in tiny bowls is cruel.
Robin Roper 2 years ago
I think this would cause a lot of stress for the goldfish. It can't be good for the health of the fish.
#51
Really?
Anyone-for-tea? 2 years ago
That makes sense? You’re sending a card to remind someone to have a self-care day?
#52
Absolutely Pointless, And Yet I Want One
Giles McArdell 2 years ago
Useful for parties when you have a plate of food in one hand and a fork in the other.
marko skerlavaj 2 years ago
enables you to sip the wine with a straw, while grabbing two buts simultaneously...
#53
It's Probably More Effort Getting This Thing Out To Use Than It Is To Just Press The Buttons
Two_rolling_black_eyes 2 years ago
Not everyone has two functional hands. This is an old picture of an occupational therapy device for stroke victims.
Scott Rackley 2 years ago (edited)
in case you're wondering, those keys at the same time make an elipsis, this ...
censorshipsucks 2 years ago (edited)
no, ctrl-alt-del on windows 98/95 reboots the machine. On a mac they function as single-word erase.
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The Whole Thing Is A Ramp
Giles McArdell 2 years ago
Perhaps having the handrails there is useful - any wheelchair users care to enlighten us?
Wheely 2 years ago
Can't speak for every wheelchair user (many different disabilities require a wheelchair) but my hands are too busy pushing my chair to have any use for handrails. The rails could be useful for people who have difficulty walking though (such as the elderly or people with other disabilities).
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Pickles, Pennies, & Ponies 2 years ago (edited)
I have MS and if I didn't have my walker, I would be grateful to see this. But, the rails look like they stop way before wherever this ramp is supposed to go. So, yeah, pointless.
bottomless.abyss.of.bordem 2 years ago
Maybe it takes wheelchair users to a lift that helps get them onboard?
Kraneia The Dancing Dryad 2 years ago
Could just be to keep the wheelchair users (and others) from going off the side.
Robin Roper 2 years ago
I think the point is that it's a ramp to an elevated section that goes no where - it's just a ramp.
David A Paterson 2 years ago
A bridge I walked over a couple of days ago had three parallel walkways on the same side of the road. For no particular purpose that I could discern.
#55
More Like Bay Leaf This One On The Shelf And Don’t Buy It
Jess S. 2 years ago
This is how they mostly package bay leaves. Cheaper for them to use the containers that they use for their spices than to make special ones just for bay leaves. I buy these all the time and I have never seen them in a bottle without holes. Except at Asian markets, some come in plastic bags.
DC 2 years ago
In germany, they're usually sold in a kind of envelope. Or a flat sealed bag. Works, you can even close them airthight with nothing more than a paperclip ... and, potatoes without bay just don't taste right anymore. Using it for too long to readjust, and I don't really want to.
Load More Replies... WoodChuckCouldChuck 2 years ago
Companies reducing plastic production a little bit. They’re just using the same lids they’d put on their other products. Who compiled this list lol ya didn’t take five minutes to look into the reasoning for half of these things
Petra Schaap 2 years ago
I bought a jar like this that held tiny packages of saffron :-D never gave it a second thought.
Odd1Out 2 years ago
The poster is likely trying to say “More like leave (leave) this one on the shelf and don’t buy it.”
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What do you think ?
D. Pitbull 2 years ago
Cute... and... we all know that more than half of these are items that were created **specifically** for the purpose of looking like it could be useful, but upon closer inspection is ridiculous, right?? They're NOT actual you-can-buy-off-shelf items . I remember some of these circulating in a book back in the 90s... Japanese term is "Chindogu" - look it up.
Tracy Wallick 2 years ago
A lot of these were from an artist who deliberately designed the most frustrating products possible
Apple Jakes 2 years ago
I think Katerina Kamprani's comedic design work has been misrepresented in this post. Check out TheUncomfortable.com
Deborah Rubin 2 years ago
A lot of these photos are really, really old. The "new" comments don't really make them better.
Rostit . 2 years ago
crop, copy paste, crop copy paste. Many of these are from the dawn of the internet.
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Jeff Diamond 2 years ago
Not going to lie, I think I've seen most of these on Wish or Temu. Bizarre.
Mary Peace 2 years ago
So they weren't mostly designed as a joke/ art piece/ gag gift, etc? I think we should be told. I loved this article, I was fascinated but also confused!
Load More Replies... ဗSailor Moonဗ 2 years ago
These all give me 5 Miniute crafts vibes and I hate that I love the stupidity of the stuff
Mary Peace 2 years ago
Why read it if you don't like it? I love it, just dragging myself away now.
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Rick Drew 2 years ago
Oh gods. Most of there are fake, never made, just for clicks. Many are also from gag gift boxes. You put the real gift in the gag box.
Mary Peace 2 years ago
So was the picture on here just the picture from the gag box? Even if a joke or an art piece, I thought the picture was real. Am I being naive?
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D. Pitbull 2 years ago
Cute... and... we all know that more than half of these are items that were created **specifically** for the purpose of looking like it could be useful, but upon closer inspection is ridiculous, right?? They're NOT actual you-can-buy-off-shelf items . I remember some of these circulating in a book back in the 90s... Japanese term is "Chindogu" - look it up.
Tracy Wallick 2 years ago
A lot of these were from an artist who deliberately designed the most frustrating products possible
Apple Jakes 2 years ago
I think Katerina Kamprani's comedic design work has been misrepresented in this post. Check out TheUncomfortable.com
Deborah Rubin 2 years ago
A lot of these photos are really, really old. The "new" comments don't really make them better.
Rostit . 2 years ago
crop, copy paste, crop copy paste. Many of these are from the dawn of the internet.
Load More Replies... Jeff Diamond 2 years ago
Not going to lie, I think I've seen most of these on Wish or Temu. Bizarre.
Mary Peace 2 years ago
So they weren't mostly designed as a joke/ art piece/ gag gift, etc? I think we should be told. I loved this article, I was fascinated but also confused!
Load More Replies... ဗSailor Moonဗ 2 years ago
These all give me 5 Miniute crafts vibes and I hate that I love the stupidity of the stuff
Mary Peace 2 years ago
Why read it if you don't like it? I love it, just dragging myself away now.
Load More Replies... Rick Drew 2 years ago
Oh gods. Most of there are fake, never made, just for clicks. Many are also from gag gift boxes. You put the real gift in the gag box.
Mary Peace 2 years ago
So was the picture on here just the picture from the gag box? Even if a joke or an art piece, I thought the picture was real. Am I being naive?
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