RoboStir vs Mizu Pods: Two Things that Do Things that You Should Remember to Do but Sometimes Don’t

Round 3 1 Response »
Sep 022011

Sandy: RoboStir continues ahead and is running circles around the competition. Who couldn’t love a mini robot that stirs your chili while you lounge around with friends and watch the game? RoboStir is definitely a favorite among us, and I know it will be tough for Jess to go against it. RoboStir, after all, was one of the inspirations for our Infomercial Tournament. It is a newbie product with a classic problem solving solution that we all wish we would have thought of first.

Jess: When I was assigning content for this round, I assigned myself RoboStir because I’m known (around the office anyway) as being obsessed with it. Doesn’t it seem like something from The Jetsons to you? Maybe Rosie’s robo-son? It takes care of your food while you relax and do other things! How cool is that? However, Sandy really wanted to write about RoboStir, so I gave it to her, because it’s the RoboStir thing to do (I don’t know what that means, but I think it works in this context).

And now for Mizu Pods. My best friend Alli has been following the tournament since the beginning, and she tells me on the regular how much she loves Mizu Pods. Seriously, if she doesn’t get Mizu Pods from me for Christmas, it will be a BFF-slap in the holiday gift-face.

Why wouldn’t she love them? Chris asked the question we were all thinking in his commentary last round – why isn’t everyone talking about this technology? Almost every plant in my office has Mizu Pods in them. Why? ‘Cause Mizu Pods are awesome.

Basically, this match boils down to commercials for two products that let you enjoy more time for yourself by minimizing any serious consequences to your food and plants. Isn’t that what most infomercial products are for? Good luck to both infomercials!

So, what say YOU?

  • Mizu Pods (77%, 10 Votes)
  • RoboStir (23%, 3 Votes)

Total Voters: 13

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Eggies vs Magic Mesh: Boiled Eggs without the Shell vs Fresh Air without the Bugs

Round 3 Comments Off
Sep 022011

Amy: Ohhh…battle of the latest and greatest. These two products are hot right now. My Magic Mesh starts out strong – what’s that? Yes – that’s a crazy over-reaction to bugs coming in your home. And yet, every time I’ve spotted a bug in my house (mind you, I live in Florida, so that’s OFTEN), I have that gut reaction of “OMG OMG OMG OMG – GET OUT!!!”

So, even though my initial opening shot might be a bit over-the-top, it is NOTHING compared to the exaggerated imagery used in Chris’ Eggies shot. I mean, come on….Eggs ARE hard to peel, and they DO come out messy, but their example eggs? Talk about over-reaction! I could peel eggs cleaner than that blindfolded…WITH MY TEETH.

Magic Mesh sells me on the problem AND the solution. I didn’t get more than half-way through the commercial before I realized I need a Magic Mesh…and more than that, I want to give one to my dad for his camper and my mom for her screened in patio. This commercial makes me wonder how I’ve lived this long without it. Sorry, Eggies, Magic Mesh trumps you.

Chris: I’d like to make a motion that we all leave our chompers out of this year’s Tournament Challenge. Besides, when it comes to the magic of Eggies, we’re talking about one of our core bodily functions here. Eating. And what’s more appealing than the All-American breakfast, lunch and dinner food: eggs? They’re protein. They can be cholesterol-free. You just crack, cook and twist. You can’t do THAT with your teeth, now, can you?

Listen, if I wanted the infomercial tournament winner to get to the championship by scaring me, then I’m all for Magic Mesh. I don’t like bugs any more than the next child, but let’s get down to brass tacks here: we’ve all had one or three too many deviled eggs at the work Holiday party, and we should. It was a tough, but rewarding year and what’s one more paprika-topped delight? That’s right, go ahead, you deserve it. And while you don’t deserve to have to try to track down that remote buzzing from that giant fly you hear in the background while you watch TV, your stomach will thank you later.

So, what say YOU?

  • Magic Mesh (56%, 5 Votes)
  • Eggies (44%, 4 Votes)

Total Voters: 9

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Snuggie vs ShamWow: Snug it Out vs Soak it Up

Round 3 1 Response »
Sep 012011

Sandy: Well folks, here we are approaching the finish line. As suspected, Snuggie is a fan favorite and continues to push through the bracket with ease. I mean, what is there not to love about a Snuggie?! It’s part of a sub-culture that knows about comfort and convenience.

I can still remember when I first saw the Snuggie. I laughed. I thought it would have been the perfect solution for my nephew’s Star Wars Halloween costume that year. BUT then I got a Snuggie. I won’t say if I bought it for myself or not, but anyways I got a Snuggie and used it one night. Watching TV on the couch with my Dog at my side and remote in hand, I put the Snuggie on and realized why it was so great. It is super comfy, and even though my friends might have been laughing at first, as soon as they tried it they all wanted Snuggies, too.

So, if you are not a Snuggie lover you are missing out. If you are a Snuggie fan, then keep voting!

Chris: While I’m winning with Couples Snuggie in the other bracket, today’s matchup has me going against the heavyweight champion of recent infomercials – the Snuggie. It’s OK, I definitely don’t mind because the Sham Wow brings to the tournament a certain… Je ne sais quoi. Yes, that’s French (don’t ask), but it should be German, like these powerhouse absorbent towels that you can use for the house. For the boat. For the car.

You love the Snuggie – hey, we all do. Remember that time you did that awkward pub crawl a few years ago that didn’t really get going until that second shooter (but after that things escalated *quickly*). The Snuggie, it’s not just good for a laugh, it’s actually great for watching TV on the couch. Still, I’m here to remind you that you love Vince and the Sham Wow more. Much more. A lot more. Because when you’re on your couch, in your Snuggie, which commercial is the one that makes you giggle? That’s right. The Sham Wow. And deep down, in places you don’t talk about at cocktail parties, you wish your Snuggie was lined with a Sham Wow.

You following me camera guy?

So, what say YOU?

  • Snuggie (67%, 16 Votes)
  • ShamWow (33%, 8 Votes)

Total Voters: 24

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Posted by Sandy at 9:01 am Tagged with:

Pajama Jeans vs Slap Chop: Comfort vs Convenience III

Round 3 Comments Off
Sep 012011

Amy: Yikes. This is a tough one. But I’m not one to back down from a fight. Jess is coming at me strong with the undeniable favorite “America, you’re gonna love my nuts” Slap Chop. But you know what I have on my side here? (no seriously, do you know? Because I’m struggling with this one) I have…well…I have an infomercial in great infomercial format. The struggle of putting on uncomfortable jeans, the painful indents left behind, the easy and relaxation of what this product can offer to relieve you of your troubles. That’s right – I’ve got the structure of what infomercials were meant to BE. So, I don’t have a really compelling pitchman, but you know what, I don’t NEED that. I’ve got a great product that sells ITSELF. Every shot in this commercial focuses on how awesome the product is. By the end of the two minute spot, you feel like “yes! Yes I COULD wear these every day with every outfit!” That’s what makes a great commercial after all…right?

Jess: Well, the question has been answered. According to the polls, Vince sells products better than babies, or maybe it’s the Slap Chop that did all the selling. I’ve already made the point that Vince doesn’t employ the usual infomercial gimmicks. He doesn’t use music or black and white problem shots like other infomercials we’ve seen. He doesn’t have to. Every time he chops with a slap (I lost count after 97 slaps), he sells it. I believe that he truly believes in this Slap Chop, and also that you’re gonna love his nuts. I’m not sure what sells me more – the testimonials or the Britney Spears headset mic. It’s probably a little of both.

He’s got a tough match ahead of him with Pajama Jeans, but I think he can do it. Go Vince, go!

So, what say YOU?

  • Slap Chop (64%, 14 Votes)
  • Pajama Jeans (36%, 8 Votes)

Total Voters: 22

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Tiddy Bear vs Flowbee: Bear vs Hair

Round 3 1 Response »
Aug 312011

Jess: Tiddy Bear beat Forever Lazy, eh? I, for one, saw that coming. Sandy, however did not. And now here we are, and I get to talk about the “inappropriate bear” shaking again. I wish I could’ve been a fly on the wall of that meeting when Tiddy Bear was named. Hmmm…

Meeting Organizer: Ok, everybody. Basically, what we have is a bear that attaches to your seat belt to prevent the belt from digging into your neck and torso, but what do we call it?
Meeting Attendant 1: Neck Protect?
Meeting Organizer: Mmm, no. Sounds like a sunblock.
Meeting Attendant 2: How about Torso Defender?
Meeting Organizer: Yeah, no. That sounds like a superhero. Maybe we should focus on the bear part.
Meeting Attendant 3: Torso Bear? No-no – Torso Teddy.
Meeting Organizer: Ehhh, that’s a little too “lingerie-y,” but I like where you’re going. Teddy….Teddy… What’s a word that sounds like Teddy, but is a part of your body that is protected by our bear?

(long pause)

Meeting Attendant 1: Tiddy Bear?

[End scene.]

Hey, I’m no Bill Shakespeare, but that was a decent dramatization of a meeting that must’ve occurred at some point, no? Or do you think some guy just said – “Teddy Bear, Tiddy Bear. Done.”

Over to you, Sandy.

Sandy: Thanks Jess. So, it turns out Flowbee put up a tough fight with Aspray and has continued on in the bracket. I’ve got to say I’m glad Flowbee won, because I would certainly not want to be a fly on the wall or a fly in the building while they discussed naming Aspray.

I have no idea how they named the infamous hair cutting vacuum attachment Flowbee. However, I can easily defend Flowbee to keep driving forward in the brackets. This infomercial product is a true classic and has its own wikipedia page. I had to check Wiki to see when this product came about and as I thought, it was a late 80’s product and there hasn’t been anything quite like it since. Unfortunately for Flowbee, once perms calmed down I am not so sure it had many customers left, but it clearly still has a lot of fans.

So, what say YOU?

  • Tiddy Bear (54%, 14 Votes)
  • Flowbee (46%, 12 Votes)

Total Voters: 26

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