[Article] New Product USB Pet Rock

[IanF]

Guys
I am going to make these locally!
Return of a Classic

The Pet Rock phenomenon was an unbelievable experiment performed in the 70s by an advertising executive. The challenge: could he take a simple idea, market it, make people happy, and use it all to turn himself into a millionaire? The answer: yes. And . . . well, we at ThinkGeek love performing famous experiments to see if we can duplicate the outcome. But we need your help.

Simply plug the USB cable into a free port and let the fun begin. The USB Pet Rock will instantly begin to work its magic. People will stop by and ask you what your USB Pet Rock does. Each time, you can make up a new story; for no matter what you say, it will be greater than the truth - because these USB Pet Rocks don't do a dang thing. Except make you smile. And confuse your friends and coworkers, which will make you smile even more. So, get your USB Pet Rock today, and help make me rich tomorrow.

Here's why you need a USB Pet Rock now:

• They make a great gift for everyone we can think of.
• They don't need food or water.
• They don't chew on your stuff.
• They will make you instantly cool.
• They never talk back to you.
• They will forever love you in their own rocky way.
• They are the greenest USB products ever created, as they draw absolutely no electricity.
• They are compatible with Windows (7 and lower); Mac (all OS's); Linux; and all other past, present, and future operating systems - no drivers needed!

Product Features

• Pet Rock Plugs in with USB and gives you love!
• No feed or care needed
• Draws no power
• Compatible with any OS including Mac, Windows and Linux
• Each rock is unique (Please allow for natural variations in your USB Pet Rock)
• Rock is approx. 4" x 4" x 3"
• Includes 18" long USB cable

[murdock]

so when will they be ready for delivery

[IanF]

Soon I just have to find suitable rocks

[tec0]

I can actually make this work for real

[IanF]

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Sorry, not available in 220V.

[murdock]

people buy sand and a rake in a tray...to amuse themselves...i know my wifes boss has one for his deck...so i dont see why they wouldnt buy a usb rock

http://usbpetrock.com/

there is even a website for it.

[IanF]

http://usbpetrock.com/

there is even a website for it.

The website behind it all is thinkgeek.com. Maybe we can make some for the worldcup visitors, with an SA flag

[daveob]

You guys are way too slow.

Full functioning USB Pet Rocks have been available for months in SA. You can order online from Higley Enterprises.

[Dave A]

You can order online from Higley Enterprises.

Just don't expect it to be delivered anytime soon

[murdock]

i am sure some of you would want to use the rock for another purpose

[desA]

Just don't expect it to be delivered anytime soon

Hahaha...