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laserfox
Feb 13, 2009, 07:37 AM
Let me preface this by saying I do not think this blog is racist at all. In fact its is mere satire that over generalizes and in doing so, sheds some light on the eccentric-ness of human behavior.



It is surprising that it took all the way to #40 to call out Apple products. Initially, we were planning for an entire week on Apple products, but that would just be over kill.

Plain and simple, white people don’t just like Apple, they love and need Apple to operate.

On the surface, you would ask yourself, how is that white people love a multi-billion dollar company with manufacturing plants in China, mass production, and that contributes to global pollution through the manufacture of consumer electronic devices?

Simple answer: Apple products tell the world you are creative and unique. They are an exclusive product line only used by every white college student, designer, writer, English teacher, and hipster on the planet.

You see, a long time ago Apple’s were super popular among layout artists and graphic designers. Then Apple released Final Cut Pro and became the standard for film editors. As a result, lots of creative industries used Apple computers instead of PCs. Eventually, people started making the connection, and all of a sudden all white people need to have a Mac.

When you ask white people about Mac’s they will say “oh, it’s so much better than Windows,” “it’s just easier to use,” “they are so cutting edge,” and so forth. What’s amazing is that white people NEED to meet people who use Windows to justify themselves spending an extra $500 for a pretty looking machine.

It is also important that white people are reminded of their creativity, and remember you need a Mac to creatively check email, creatively check websites, and creatively watch DVDs on planes.

White people also need iPods, iPhones, Apple TV, AirPort Express stations, and anything else that Apple will produce. Because you need to express your uniqueness by purchasing everything that a publicly traded company produces.

Apple products also come with stickers. Some people put them on their computer, some people put them on windows, but to take it to the pinnacle of whiteness, you need to put the Apple sticker in the rear window of your Prius, Jetta, BMW, Subaru 4WD Station Wagon or Audi. You then need to drive to a local coffee shop (Starbucks will do in a pinch) and set up your apple for the world to see. Thankfully, the Apple logo on the back will light up! So even in a dark place, people can see how unique and creative you (and the five other people doing the exact same thing) truly are!

Knowledge of Apple products can be useful in a number of social situations. If you see a white person with a Mac, an easy way to approach them is to say “Is that a Powerbook? What OS do you have?” They will happily start talking to you, after the requisite five minutes, you can invite them to an 80s night.

LINK (http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.com/2008/01/30/39-apple-products/)



DarthTreydor
Feb 13, 2009, 07:47 AM
Let me preface this by saying I do not think this blog is racist at all. In fact its is mere satire that over generalizes and in doing so, sheds some light on the eccentric-ness of human behavior.





LINK (http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.com/2008/01/30/39-apple-products/)

yeah, i love that site. hilarious!

Zombie Acorn
Feb 13, 2009, 10:22 AM
White people are the last group I would worry about offending with stereotypes, 99.9% of them will more likely laugh at it than attribute it to racism.

That site is hilarious btw.

Chip NoVaMac
Feb 13, 2009, 10:45 AM
Let me preface this by saying I do not think this blog is racist at all. In fact its is mere satire that over generalizes and in doing so, sheds some light on the eccentric-ness of human behavior.

While good satire, here in the US (since we have many members from around the world here) there would be a storm of controversy if one did a blog of what black people like...

Private Dirt
Feb 13, 2009, 10:52 AM
While good satire, here in the US (since we have many members from around the world here) there would be a storm of controversy if one did a blog of what black people like...


The post woulda been deleted and the OP woulda been suspended for a few days for direct offense to black people.

Zombie Acorn
Feb 13, 2009, 10:57 AM
While good satire, here in the US (since we have many members from around the world here) there would be a storm of controversy if one did a blog of what black people like...

Depends who made the blog, if a white person made the blog it would be racist, if minority, probably not. If black person made white blog it would be okay though and white people would still laugh at themselves.

laserfox
Feb 13, 2009, 11:09 AM
The blog does exist
Stuff Educated Black People like.

and other variants.

keekl
Feb 13, 2009, 11:14 AM
:D "White and Nerdy"

ritzuk
Feb 13, 2009, 02:18 PM
What’s amazing is that white people NEED to meet people who use Windows to justify themselves spending an extra $500 for a pretty looking machine.

Windows users NEED to blast Macs because they have an inferiority complex?

:)

In reality, I think it's only the hardcore that get their panties all in a twist. Windows or Mac, they both have their pros and cons.

yoppie
Feb 13, 2009, 02:22 PM
While good satire, here in the US (since we have many members from around the world here) there would be a storm of controversy if one did a blog of what black people like...

One does exist. It's not quite as funny as "Stuff White People Like" but it's there.

SteveMobs
Feb 13, 2009, 02:23 PM
While good satire, here in the US (since we have many members from around the world here) there would be a storm of controversy if one did a blog of what black people like...

40's and popeye's?


The blog does exist
Stuff Educated Black People like.

and other variants.

This article naturally assumes that white people are educated. But, funny someone needs to add the word "educated" in front of black, to differentiate said person from, just, "black" people. Interesting indeed.

mkrishnan
Feb 13, 2009, 02:28 PM
OMG, I haven't looked at that blog in a while. :D

Private Dirt
Feb 13, 2009, 04:09 PM
I like this post as much as a black person likes Watermelon! :eek: :D

Abstract
Feb 13, 2009, 09:22 PM
How can anyone not understand the black man's love for both fried chicken and watermelon? That stuff is delicious.

mkrishnan
Feb 14, 2009, 08:17 AM
How can anyone not understand the black man's love for both fried chicken and watermelon? That stuff is delicious.

I do have to say soul food is delicious, even though I personally don't like watermelon. Greens with macaroni and cheese make an amazing lunch.

And I wasted a good two hours at work reading that blog. :D I have to admit, I like a frightening number of white things. But at least I can claim I'm just undercover behind enemy lines. :p

SactoGuy18
Feb 14, 2009, 09:21 AM
I don't know if I want to laugh or cry over this blog. :rolleyes:

By the way, I'm a big fan of watermelons. As soon as good quality watermelons become available in my area during the summer I buy one and eat it to cool off from the 36+ degrees Celsius days I get in my area.

mkrishnan
Feb 14, 2009, 09:24 AM
By the way, I'm a big fan of watermelons. As soon as good quality watermelons become available in my area during the summer I buy one and eat it to cool off from the 36+ degrees Celsius days I get in my area.

Do you trade in your pea coat (http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.com/2008/10/02/111-pea-coats/) for shorts (http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.wordpress.com/2008/03/11/86-shorts/)?

Abstract
Feb 14, 2009, 12:45 PM
How is this not a "community" thread?

Amdahl
Feb 14, 2009, 12:57 PM
.. and I bought it. Good for many laughs.

Primejimbo
Feb 14, 2009, 01:29 PM
White people are the last group I would worry about offending with stereotypes, 99.9% of them will more likely laugh at it than attribute it to racism.

That site is hilarious btw.

I found it funny, and it takes a lot to offend me. People who get offended easily need to lighten up.

ravenousllama
Feb 15, 2009, 02:21 AM
:eek: i am offended! just kidding.

but that blog is hilarious!

Eidorian
Feb 15, 2009, 02:24 AM
.. and I bought it. Good for many laughs.It is a great book. I've managed to keep hold of a copy from the library.

Mr. Giver '94
Feb 15, 2009, 03:09 AM
I feel so.....white.........I can relate to pretty much everything on that blog....:D:eek::)