30 People That Didn’t Bother Making Proper Ads, So They Ended Up With Absolute Comedic Masterpieces Instead
Ads are everywhere these days. And not all from the bunch are necessarily great. From unskippable ads on YouTube to, well, a Brachiosaurus toy with Lebron's head stuck on top of it (comes with free nightmares!) - you could say that we've reached the peak times of advertising.
There's no better place, then, to gaze at the gems of the junk-ad epidemic than the “Uninspiring Adverts” community. Although it only covers Facebook Marketplace, the biggest virtual yard sale, with almost 500 million users eager to get rid of their goods, when it's done with such a lukewarm effort as it is here - you know things are bound to get interesting.
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Uninspiring Advert
Imagine, if you will, a world where every corner of your virtual habitat is infested with flashing banners, autoplay videos, and pop-up monstrosities that lurk at every click. It's no longer an imagination, but a grim reality for the weary souls navigating the digital realm. Especially with all the metaverses - yes, plural - on the horizon. Keiichi Matsuda's 2016 hyper-realistic visualization of what the future might look like seem pretty close to where we're headed.
As technology has advanced and our digital privacy has dwindled, one would expect an improvement in the user experience through personalized advertising, right? Well, the reality is quite the opposite. In 2007, the average consumer was estimated to encounter up to 5,000 ads per day.
Mothersqueaker
But fast-forward to the present, and the situation has taken a turn for the worse, going on the verge of Orwellian dystopia: the average person now faces a mind-boggling range of 6,000 to 10,000 ads every single day - twice the amount since the 2000s - according to research by AdLock.com. Of course, the case with Facebook marketplace is totally different - we choose to go there, like a yard sale.
The idea that online ads are tailored to our interests and desires, then, has long been touted as a silver lining. A justification for the invasive nature of the advertising industry. According to one study, 64% of those surveyed said they find targeted ads to be “invasive.” Yet, as we traverse the labyrinthine corridors of cyberspace, we find ourselves questioning this façade of personalization. Are these ads truly reflecting our preferences, or are they just obnoxious reminders of our past browsing history?
Boo!
This is actually really clever if you don't want everyone on the internet to see you.
My Theory Is That The Dog Wrecked It And Then Quickly Put It Up For Sale Before Its Owner Got Home
As media consumption has expanded, so too has the proliferation of commercials. Back in the 1970s, the average consumer encountered commercials primarily during their three-hour primetime television viewing. At that time, federal regulations permitted a whopping 84 30-second commercials to be aired during this period alone. Still, that's nothing compared to today's 18-20 minutes of ads per one-hour TV.
Uninspiring Advert
Uninspiring Advert
Just When I Thought Life Couldn't Get Any Better, I Give You
Gran Got Better!
In recent times, a notable, although scary, trend has emerged in the advertising landscape—a surge in companies that reward consumers for actively engaging with advertisements. This innovative approach aims to tackle the growing dissatisfaction surrounding traditional advertising methods by transforming the viewing experience into a mutually beneficial transaction.
Forget Electric Cars. Hyundai Have Made An Engine-Less Car
Wasn't Aware Peugeot Had Branched Out To Make *those*
Here's how being "paid" for watching ads works: instead of passively enduring ads, consumers are incentivized to watch them voluntarily through various rewards and incentives. It seems that companies try to circumvent the problem of not coming up with engaging, original ads by forcing people to watch their half-hearted attempts. At least “Uninspiring Adverts” have spirit and some dignity.
Nice Lamp, Bro
Seriously. What Can I Say About This Except “Shut Up And Take My Money”?
Anyone Fancy A Bit Of Mood Frightening (Lighting)
I kind⁰a want to chase my little brother around the house with this.
Well............ What We Got For Sale Here Then
It's no wonder that 90% of online users find ads bothersome, as the relentless exposure to what The New York Times aptly called the "junk-ad epidemic" has spurred people to actively seek ways to avoid them, resorting to the use of ad blockers.
Great Until You Need The Jewellery Back
The cutest jewelry holder will display your accessories all around the house! We do not accept liability for any damages to jewelry caused by scratching, biting or other malfunctions with the holder.
That Will Polish Out…
Another In The Series Of ‘ The Word Was Right In Front Of You’
Uninspiring Advert
Hmm… Rolls Roy..?
All In All You're Just Another Pack In The Wall
Whoop Whoop! That’s The Sound Of The Police!
Listen, I Need A Wardrobe, Not An Existential Crisis
I Don't Even Know Any More
Bit Harsh Really, Comparing Yourself To A Recycled Plank
Just pick whatever photo comes up first in the photo gallery and stick it in the ad
Uninspiring Advert
Uninspiring Advert
You'd Have To Be "Barking" To Miss Out On This Deal, Eh Readers?
Mmm, Gravel
Yeah, Perfect. If You Hate Your Child
Prayers
Victorian?
Uninspiring Advert
It’s A No From Me…
Mum, You Carried Me For 9 Months, Gave Me Life At The Cost Of Causing You Excruciating Pain And Mental Stress, Nurtured Me, Cared For Me, Taught Me, Supported Me...this Really Is The Very Least I Could Do In Return
It’s those damned sausages again. But this time with crackers, noodles, and cat food.
Machete-Headed Horror Doll Anyone?
I'm just flabbergasted how many people cannot spell. And I'm not an English native speaker...
But Does The Ice Maker Work?
Thankfully I Look Exactly Like A Cow Squishmallow So Now Know Exactly What This Would Look Like On Me
Sorry
A Lowboy Bird Catching Mercedes. What A Time To Be Alive
Ah I’ve Been Searching For A Walter Feature For A While Now…
Is He Showing Off Or What?
To Lose One May Be Regarded As A Misfortune, To Lose Two Looks Like Carelessness...this However Looks Downright Suspicious
Uninspiring Advert
I'll Go Get The Prune Juice
Spotted On Youtube
Jesus is creeped out by your obsession with him and is reporting you to the police as a stalker
That Has Got To Hurt
That’s Terrible Profile Pic
Did You Forget?
I'll Pass Thanks. I Get This Service For Free Through Evri\hermes\yodel\dpd
It Might Need A Bit Of Work. Before You Set Fire To It!
Not The Plane.... Just The Seats
Now you can experience the joys of cramped seats and thrombosis in the comfort of your own home
Thought It Was Quite Neat Actually
Forget Chester Draws ..let Me Introduce You To The Pedal Stool
Just What I Wanted. 5 Available Too, Apparently
Oooh, Erm, No
Tetanus Jab Not Included And Why Does The Bowl Remind Me Of Pastry?
We All Need One Of Those
But Your A Butterfly
Grab It Quick!
Uninspiring Advert
Least She Honest
Interesting
- Could You Install Some Solar Panels On My Roof Please? - Only If You Beat Me In Hand To Hand Combat
He doesn't look that tough, and my electric bill is to high. I'm down.
Sorry Mate, That's Not Mint, It's Only 3/4 Of A Pint!!
Bonus Marks For Being In Bathgate As Well As Being Filthy
To be fair, they probably are new, just dusty. Depending on the model 60 pounds isn't too bad a deal.
Ideal For Nurf Wars
Any One For A Fryer
What's with the title? wouldn't say they're uninspiring, some are pretty funny!
What's with the title? wouldn't say they're uninspiring, some are pretty funny!