18 Products That Exist Thanks to Stupid People
Amidst a world filled with intricate gadgets, cutting-edge technology, and sophisticated systems, there are instances when we encounter certain objects that leave us baffled about their purpose, prompting us to question who their intended users might be. In an online forum, a discussion ignited a thought-provoking query: “What are some items that seem to thrive by taking advantage of the gullible?”
We’ve gathered 18 such items that people believe are crafted with a particular audience in mind – those who may be less discerning.
1. Healing Crystals
While some users claim that crystals contain healing powers, most commented that these lack scientific evidence. A user pointed out, “There’s no scientific proof that crystals have any significant effect on energy, emotions, or mental health.
“I’ve tried researching where those people get their “science” for their crystals, energy, etc. Nothing. I could find nothing. It’s all word of mouth.” Another added.
2. Lottery Tickets
Many people came up with the same opinion that buying a lottery ticket is a tax on stupidity.
A writer said, “ With the lottery, you’re just giving your money to the government with the same chances of winning as you would randomly stumbling upon a billion dollars in an envelope on the street.”
3. Expensive Baby Clothing and Stuff
Most users agree that buying expensive baby clothes is not an intelligent move because babies grow super fast. A comment said, “It’s surprising how quickly babies outgrow things. Spending $20 on shoes they can’t walk in, $30 on onesies, or $40 on jackets seems wasteful.”
Another person wrote, “And it’s always justified with ‘I want the best for my baby’ – ok, then buy a value multipack of baby clothes and stick that money in a savings account?”
4. Fat-Free Foods
Say what? According to a writer, fat-free foods have gained popularity, but here’s a news flash: removing fat from food often compromises its taste. Manufacturers tend to add excessive amounts of sugar to compensate for the loss of flavor. This fails to make the food healthier and can sadly contribute to weight gain.
5. Gambling
Someone said, “I had a gambling app for ten years, and I hate to think of all the money I blew on that. Gambling apps are idiotic ’cause you get nothing out of it.”
“Every time you walk into a casino, ask yourself “How was this paid for?” Wrote another.
6. Magnetic Therapy Bracelets
Most people believe that these bracelets provide more of a placebo effect rather than the actual therapeutic effect. A user wrote, “Although the bracelet doesn’t do anything, the human mind is powerful. Just the belief that it is making you feel better is what makes you feel better.”
7. Seat Belt Blanks
Some users agree that these seat belt blanks are helpful in cases like when the vehicle has something heavy enough to trigger the weight sensor in the passenger seat. The car will beep like crazy until you plug the buckle in. But, in most cases, where people use it to fake the car into thinking that the seat belt is on, these are a total waste of money and put safety at risk for no good reason.
8. Smart Appliances
A user shared, “Every device in your house doesn’t need to be connected to the internet, spying on you, and to be a consumable that must be replaced every few years. Laziness and stupidity are the only reasons to want one of these things.”
“The need to always have the absolute latest gadget baffles me.” Another shared.
9. Faraday Cage For Wifi Router
Someone shared a funny review about a Faraday cage that is meant to block electromagnetic waves fields, illustrating some people are missing some brains. “The box does work at keeping radiation in, but also WiFi will not work unless your in same room as router! It decreases the signal by 90%!! We wanted to like it, but it was impossible to use our phones in any other room of the house.”
10. Apple Products
A user said this about loyal Apple users, “A locked-in ecosystem with some of the worst repairability statistics, some of the highest prices, and very rarely the best in their field, but it’s a lifestyle brand, and people love to demonstrate their stupidity with it.”
11. Blue Checks
A person wrote, “The whole purpose of the checks was to show who the real accounts were since people were making fake accounts. Having them cost money defeats the whole purpose.”
12. Cigarettes
We all know how terrible and expensive it is, so why do people still do it? Some claim stupidity; others claim addiction.
13. Anything from the Kardashians
Makeup, TV shows, clothing lines… anything to support this family of idiots. Only to be funded by other idiots.
14. NFTS
NFTs (non-fungible tokens) are designed for digital ownership and transfer. Some think it’s genius; others are completely baffled. SOmeone writes, “Quite literally.. someone must interview one of those consumers to know what’s the motive behind buying that? (Not the ones who use it to re-sell to more stupid people, but the whole reason for NFTs’ existence).”
15. Truck Decor
“Fake balls that hang off the back of a truck,” writes someone. Why is this even a thing?
16. Any Easy Way to Money
Getting rich quick just isn’t a thing despite what we sometimes hear. Products or programs that promise quick and easy wealth generation often exploit people’s desire for financial success.
17. Shiny New Cars
While there’s nothing wrong with buying a new car, buying a car far beyond one’s budget isn’t practical and plain idiotic.
18. Timeshares
Buying into a vacation package that is impossible to use and get rid of is what happens to most people unless you do your research and pick a good company.
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