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Originally Posted by Yontsey
I don't understand Apples obsession with U2. Am I the only one that think's they are vastly overrated?
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No. But, to their credit, they no longer seem to be involving that pud John Mayer in any of their events.
That pic of the big white structure being built last week...you see a row of lighting that the top that is exactly what you'd see at a concert (stage lighting, etc.). Everyone was acting all "what is it?!" and I think I said "it looks like a concert stage", but it must have been at another site/forum because I don't see it here. I just figured they were having some sort of musical guest, and maybe moving it outside for a change? Nice NoCal September weather and all...
Isn't U2 all over the place when it comes to their backing/endorsements? Weren't they "supporting" (or being sponsored by?) Windows or Android something-or-other a year or two ago? I know they were, because when I saw it I thought "I thought they kinda threw in with Apple?"
It's one thing to have celebrity spokespeople who you know are longtime, dedicated and loyal users/fans. They don't have to be bought or "negotiated" with...they use the stuff, and they're happy to be associated with it. But when you have to go after people - who, just last year or so, were stumping for some other platform, that all just rings so hollow and stupid. It's like you're just a "mouthpiece for hire". How can anyone feel good or "inspired" by that? Are people really that malleable and easily-swayed, that they'll change loyalties because their favorite singer or actor is shilling for this company/platform this year (after years of being associated with the competition)?
All those people like Oprah and Rihanna who were nailed Tweeting their love/support for some Android-based (or was it Blackberry? I don't know...) something-or-other...from their iPhone/iPad).
