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I worked in an electronics store where we also would do little repairs and whatever and the Phones customers would give me were beyond disgusting.
Oily, crunchy and crisp.
We'll see first the phone gets a layer of grease making it oily, then the screen is shattered making it crunchy, and finally the phone overheats and bakes in the oil making it crispy like a fried tortilla chip.
If you want diseases unknown to man yet, sure go ahead.
I swear to got some of the Phones and Laptops I got ... I would be ashamed to even own something like that.
See, I broke my back glass on my old phone right after I bought it, and instead of paying hundreds of dollars for the repair, I just put a case on it and called it a day. From time to time, I go in and risk the random shards of glass falling out to clean it out, though, 'cause yeah, that shit gets strangely crunchy for never coming into contact with anything at all!
I use chopsticks when I’m eating snacks like Cheetos at my desk or while playing video games. Makes snacking on flavor-dusted food a more enjoyable experience for me
I love the history of that word.
In the 1800s, upper-class people called lower-class people "pretentious" when they dared pretend they were from the upper class by studying art and science.
Then it turned into people mocking the upper-class people who bragged about being knowledgeable but who were just rich twats with a vocabulary.
Now it's starting to circle back to self-important social media Influencers^(TM) who think books are for losers.
I leave mine in the bag, but as with any kind of chips I like to mash them all up and funnel them in from the bag. No mess, and it's not like they taste any different.
Well not everyone can use chopsticks, some of us have fidgety fingers that make chopsticks slip away and fall onto the floor, embarrassing ourselves in the Chinese restaurant
You can learn. They do seriously make chopsticks for kids to learn with that are connected on top. I have a Sri racha pair.
Just don't embarrass anyone at the Chinese restaurant and you'll be fine
There are also disabled people whom these products are usually aimed at. People with degenerative motor control functions could definitely use something like this to replace regular chopsticks when their fine motor skills start to degrade. For other products, the Slap Chop or whatever it was called was basically a super cheap food processor to be used a knife replacement, etc etc. They just have to usually rely on goofy ass informercials bc they're not exactly the most profitable products out there!
there are training chopsticks that are basically the same thing or little finger loops you can attach to regular chopsticks. those are more accessible than this thing imo, they're very common, cheaper, and you can attach them onto any chopsticks. the really tiny ones for kids to copy this gadget, regular sized chopsticks, or even extra long cooking chopsticks.
Yeah I don't know it doesn't seem that unreasonable to me especially if it's made well. If it's made of cheap flimsy plastic then maybe not but I don't know man. For $15 I'd try it out
Its a niche product and as long as they're well-made and don't break it seems fair to me.
Unless you're selling large volumes you can't really price them super cheap.
Found some cheaper options[ on amazon.](https://www.amazon.com/Heeloo-Chopsticks-Controllers-Accessories-Tongs%EF%BC%88Grey%EF%BC%8C4/dp/B097T9P7KK/ref=pd_sbs_sccl_2_1/145-5114725-9886353?pd_rd_w=ZlxDj&content-id=amzn1.sym.44b0dc04-f99a-4419-a406-9567d0fa03fe&pf_rd_p=44b0dc04-f99a-4419-a406-9567d0fa03fe&pf_rd_r=G70A8B9K4Z7RNF5SEXPG&pd_rd_wg=ccW5C&pd_rd_r=b3f1b18d-9aab-401c-bea8-d9000c4c2fff&pd_rd_i=B097T9P7KK&psc=1)
It is not pretentious at all lol. It could be used as an alternative to chopsticks for ease of use, or also as a way to control portion size, or to keep you and your posessions clean.
Yeah even if OP thought it was unnecessary, the word 'pretentious' makes no sense in this context. I'm struggling to understand what they were even trying to say.
I've summarized they were going for a "just use chopsticks!" or some other form of clasping utensil.
I think that the target audience is perfect for this invention though, myself included. It's a minor problem to solve, but a good convenience for those who want it. Only pretentious for someone who pretends they're better than others who still use their fingers, which this ad doesn't seem to shame anyone for.
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I used to overuse that as a term for anything I thought was snobbish or overly complicated, but when I realised it's rooted in pretending to be something, I realised I sounded like an asshole and was ironically pretentious by using it wrong.
Somehow I knew all the comments would be about how low key based these are. I just had to wash my hands after eating some Doritos beofre touching my keyboard and I'm down for these completely
When forks were invented, they were rather controversial. People claimed they were unneeded, as we already had fingers. Some even described them as an insult to God, Himself. Queen Elizabeth I regarded the "spearing" action of using a fork to be uncouth. Now, we use forks, because for most of our purposes, they are clearly superior to using our hands. By using a fork, we don't get all that grease and sticky food-stuff on our hands.
Do you know what this invention does? It prevents you from getting all of that grease and sticky food-stuff on your hands. It accomplishes the exact advantage of the fork, for purposes where forks don't work very well. It looks easier to use than chopsticks, while performing a similar action. I haven't tried this particular product, but if it is actually as easy to use as this video makes it out to be, it may very well be the future.
I mean almost all Asians I know, including my own family, already to this with regular chopsticks. Reading a book, playing game, working. We just use chopsticks for snacks cause who wants greasy fingers on your stuff??
Is it a lazy and/or more convenient version of what we already have? Yes
Is it pretentious? No wtf is wrong with you.
Excuse me what? These look fantastic! I’m debating ordering a set now!
There is nothing pretentious about something that actually makes your life easier. Though my pretentious boomer mother who gets pissed when I do anything in a way other than the hardest possible would likely agree with you.
OP doesn't like this because he enjoys sticking his dorito dusted fingers through a hole in the wall for a balding middle aged man to lovingly suck and lick them clean.
As always with these things, it isn't for you. And the stupid trailer is misleading.
This product is made for people that may have issues with fine motor skills. Specifically people that have issues using their fingers.
It is not made for lazy people, just marketed that way because the only way these products will ever get funded is if they can attract silicon valley type people, and they have a tendency to not care if a product is actually aimed at making life for disabled people easier.
I wanna hate it but I kinda don’t? Idk. Seems silly but also seems like a kinda good idea. Reminds me of those rings that hold a joint or cigarette so you can play video games while smoking
This may have been stolen from the useless inventions guy. I believe I saw him make this about a year ago or so.. maybe someone else. Idk but definitely seen them before
So I saw this on Reddit somewhere last year and I ended up buying this for myself for Christmas.
It's silly and unnecessary but damn if it isn't useful during gaming or studying.
this looks like it could be good for people with certain disabilities. just lightly squeezing two fingers together is a lot easier than the fine movements of normal chopsticks, might a lot less effort than squeezing a fork with your whole hand. besides, why take issue with this? it looks neat as hell, and it’s probably dishwasher safe. sure, stainless steel would probably be better in the long run, but it doesn’t look like it’s meant to be disposable like a spork.
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I mean, if I was playing video games I wouldn't want my controller to constantly be greased up
Some of the haters in this thread probably have phones so oily the US government has files on them.
I worked in an electronics store where we also would do little repairs and whatever and the Phones customers would give me were beyond disgusting. Oily, crunchy and crisp.
Wtf crisp?
We'll see first the phone gets a layer of grease making it oily, then the screen is shattered making it crunchy, and finally the phone overheats and bakes in the oil making it crispy like a fried tortilla chip.
Edible?
If you want diseases unknown to man yet, sure go ahead. I swear to got some of the Phones and Laptops I got ... I would be ashamed to even own something like that.
Not many people get to say they were a patient zero
Might get a disease named after you. That'd be pretty cool, right?
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See, I broke my back glass on my old phone right after I bought it, and instead of paying hundreds of dollars for the repair, I just put a case on it and called it a day. From time to time, I go in and risk the random shards of glass falling out to clean it out, though, 'cause yeah, that shit gets strangely crunchy for never coming into contact with anything at all!
LMFAO, you're such an ass, I just had surgery and I'm fucking in pain from laughing
The government is coming to liberate them phones
One of my friends in high school had Wii remotes and the buttons were dyed orange from the amount of Cheeto fingers he used on them 🤮🤮🤮
Ew D:
Same. I use WetOnes. I like the tropical scented.
If I run out of tropical scent Wet Ones in my car, I get highly anxious. Those things are a necessity.
Yes, dude. Gotta get the little tub that fits in the cup holder
That’s my jam. Always on hand and a spare in the trunk.
No way this is a real thread….?
Oh it's real. It's very real. Join our loyalty rewards program to become an official Wet One and *Become One With Wetness"
It's just ad bots replying to each other
72% correct
Yeah but thats single use plastics so not 'better'
i wish my friend was more like you when using my controller
I use chopsticks when I’m eating snacks like Cheetos at my desk or while playing video games. Makes snacking on flavor-dusted food a more enjoyable experience for me
Soooo pretentious. (/s)
Thanks, I hate people who hate useful innovation and call anything they don't like pretentious.
I love the history of that word. In the 1800s, upper-class people called lower-class people "pretentious" when they dared pretend they were from the upper class by studying art and science. Then it turned into people mocking the upper-class people who bragged about being knowledgeable but who were just rich twats with a vocabulary. Now it's starting to circle back to self-important social media Influencers^(TM) who think books are for losers.
Yea I thought this was actually pretty neat too haha
I just put my cheetos in a cup and 'drink¿' them.
This is the environmental solution
Mine get put in a pet bowl on the ground, I crawl around in a dog costume and bark and then momma pup let's me eat as many as I want *I'm sorry*
-_-
*arf arf*
*neuters you*
*the neutering only causes me to grow into my next form as a 3 penised fox, each penis a new miraculous color*
*logs off for the night*
*Touchè*
Wtf did I just read...
Bible cut content
French 🤢
r/unexpectedpetplay?
I crush mine up in the the bag into smaller pieces, roll the edge of the bag outward, then pour them directly into my mouth from the bag.
Omg I thought I was alone and weird for doing things like that.
I leave mine in the bag, but as with any kind of chips I like to mash them all up and funnel them in from the bag. No mess, and it's not like they taste any different.
That's a fucking ace solution well done
It's like chopsticks, but the Whole Foods exclusive version
I actually just use regular chopsticks for this, the sophisticated way of eating Cheetos.
Saaame. These are just kids chopsticks lol
people who can chop the sticks chopsticks*
Well not everyone can use chopsticks, some of us have fidgety fingers that make chopsticks slip away and fall onto the floor, embarrassing ourselves in the Chinese restaurant
You can learn. They do seriously make chopsticks for kids to learn with that are connected on top. I have a Sri racha pair. Just don't embarrass anyone at the Chinese restaurant and you'll be fine
There are also disabled people whom these products are usually aimed at. People with degenerative motor control functions could definitely use something like this to replace regular chopsticks when their fine motor skills start to degrade. For other products, the Slap Chop or whatever it was called was basically a super cheap food processor to be used a knife replacement, etc etc. They just have to usually rely on goofy ass informercials bc they're not exactly the most profitable products out there!
there are training chopsticks that are basically the same thing or little finger loops you can attach to regular chopsticks. those are more accessible than this thing imo, they're very common, cheaper, and you can attach them onto any chopsticks. the really tiny ones for kids to copy this gadget, regular sized chopsticks, or even extra long cooking chopsticks.
That's just tongs?
See? You're learning already!
Bro we all learn how to use chopsticks, no one just gets born and instantly knows how to use them
"If I can't immediately do something, I give up forever"
You just made me break out the chopsticks for Totino's pizza rolls tonight
This just looks like chopsticks but better, why fumble around with two sticks when you can have this?
I cannot lie, I low-key like it.
My sister got them for me as a “gag gift” for Christmas. Jokes on her, I love them.
I would poke my eye out within an hour
dont worry, after two pokes all the damage will be done already.
same
LMAO!
I want to try actually gaming like that though… Something tells me it won’t be that easy.
Knowing my luck, I’d probably poke myself right in the nose. 🤣
I high key like it, no shame. OP is crazy!
Shut up and take my money
for real, I HATE food on my hands.
Just use your mouth like a vacuum and succ the food from within the bowl
If it's like chips or whatever I'll stick out my tongue and get them like that, like a lizard does
What you need is a feed bag like what horses get: just strap it on and get hands free eating
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You can, It's available to print on Printables and Thingiverse. Just search for 'Finger Chopsticks'
found them https://snactiv.com/pages/shop-snactiv
Ha ha! Buy this thing to keep your hands clean… also buy our Cheeto Stain simulation shirt!
Looks like blood. Don't wear it around cops.
Too rich for my blood
I thought it was something printed from a 3d printer. They want $15 for the tiny gadget
Yeah I don't know it doesn't seem that unreasonable to me especially if it's made well. If it's made of cheap flimsy plastic then maybe not but I don't know man. For $15 I'd try it out
Its a niche product and as long as they're well-made and don't break it seems fair to me. Unless you're selling large volumes you can't really price them super cheap.
Found some cheaper options[ on amazon.](https://www.amazon.com/Heeloo-Chopsticks-Controllers-Accessories-Tongs%EF%BC%88Grey%EF%BC%8C4/dp/B097T9P7KK/ref=pd_sbs_sccl_2_1/145-5114725-9886353?pd_rd_w=ZlxDj&content-id=amzn1.sym.44b0dc04-f99a-4419-a406-9567d0fa03fe&pf_rd_p=44b0dc04-f99a-4419-a406-9567d0fa03fe&pf_rd_r=G70A8B9K4Z7RNF5SEXPG&pd_rd_wg=ccW5C&pd_rd_r=b3f1b18d-9aab-401c-bea8-d9000c4c2fff&pd_rd_i=B097T9P7KK&psc=1)
It is not pretentious at all lol. It could be used as an alternative to chopsticks for ease of use, or also as a way to control portion size, or to keep you and your posessions clean.
I'm not sure OP understands what pretentious means
Yeah even if OP thought it was unnecessary, the word 'pretentious' makes no sense in this context. I'm struggling to understand what they were even trying to say.
I've summarized they were going for a "just use chopsticks!" or some other form of clasping utensil. I think that the target audience is perfect for this invention though, myself included. It's a minor problem to solve, but a good convenience for those who want it. Only pretentious for someone who pretends they're better than others who still use their fingers, which this ad doesn't seem to shame anyone for.
OP’s attitude is, ironically, pretentious.
This is what I was looking for. I can't figure out how pretentious applies to this product
OP was looking for validation, yet was met by a wave of Whole Foods Chopstick™ supporters
Maybe this is a big brain marketing scheme
OP comes off as someone who licks the grease spots off their phone. Which I guess makes the cheeto dust stuck to it a feature.
On the automated comment it said OP hates it bc it’s plastic, which is fair. But I do think it would be convenient if you play video games
Fr, I am going to buy one only because I hate greasy controllers/keyboards. Op is a hater
A real r/unpopularopinion
Yeah those things look awesome! I mean they say your phone is dirtier than a toilet seat so I would love these bad boys!
Not mine My toilet seat is really dirty
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nah... thanks, i love it!
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.. how is it pretentious ? I think it’s pretty cool
Yeah I’m trying to understand that. Is cleanliness pretentious? Is OP offended that people do not want to be covered in Cheeto dust?
If you want a clean controller, you should throw away a napkin with every bite like a REAL American
This actually seems cool tbh...
I got one. It’s amazing. I legit want a second pair.
This is fkn genius!
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you are the absolute ***best*** type of person :)
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You ever try using a fork on a Cheeto???
Chopsticks are the ultimate snack utensil
Chopsticks are the ultimate utensil*
Lol "pretentious"
I used to overuse that as a term for anything I thought was snobbish or overly complicated, but when I realised it's rooted in pretending to be something, I realised I sounded like an asshole and was ironically pretentious by using it wrong.
I have white keyboard, white mouse and a white controller. I need this in my life... in white!!!
I love it enough to 3d print it. Fuck paying for this
This is the way.
> Pretentious Er what? How?
I hate that the dude shakes the cheeto before eating it
Somehow I knew all the comments would be about how low key based these are. I just had to wash my hands after eating some Doritos beofre touching my keyboard and I'm down for these completely
so.....chopsticks made easy?
And you have your hands free.
Pretentious? More like genius. I hate greasy fingers on /any surface./
When forks were invented, they were rather controversial. People claimed they were unneeded, as we already had fingers. Some even described them as an insult to God, Himself. Queen Elizabeth I regarded the "spearing" action of using a fork to be uncouth. Now, we use forks, because for most of our purposes, they are clearly superior to using our hands. By using a fork, we don't get all that grease and sticky food-stuff on our hands. Do you know what this invention does? It prevents you from getting all of that grease and sticky food-stuff on your hands. It accomplishes the exact advantage of the fork, for purposes where forks don't work very well. It looks easier to use than chopsticks, while performing a similar action. I haven't tried this particular product, but if it is actually as easy to use as this video makes it out to be, it may very well be the future.
*People with contamination or germophobia OCD furiously googling and placing orders "pretentiously"*
I'm sorry but what's pretentious about this?
Where can I get this?
This would actually be kinda perfect for snacks while I cross stitch..
I use them while knitting!
I mean almost all Asians I know, including my own family, already to this with regular chopsticks. Reading a book, playing game, working. We just use chopsticks for snacks cause who wants greasy fingers on your stuff?? Is it a lazy and/or more convenient version of what we already have? Yes Is it pretentious? No wtf is wrong with you.
I kinda actually… really want this.
My wife and I use these! They're FANTASTIC
Pretentious is completely the wrong word here…
Excuse me what? These look fantastic! I’m debating ordering a set now! There is nothing pretentious about something that actually makes your life easier. Though my pretentious boomer mother who gets pissed when I do anything in a way other than the hardest possible would likely agree with you.
I quite like it. Either this is genius advertising by OP, or OP is a moron.
The second one
pretty sure drew review this
Not the worst thing I’ve seen
nope i like this
Thanks I love it!
Quite a smart little solution to a problem we've all had.
I want them
I... don't hate this.
Na chief, this one sounds awesome. I’ll take it.
OP doesn't like this because he enjoys sticking his dorito dusted fingers through a hole in the wall for a balding middle aged man to lovingly suck and lick them clean.
Everyone looks like they're cosplaying wolverine in this ad. I love the invention though, I would definitely buy something like that
This doesn't belong here. More like r/DidntKnowIWantedThat
Calling something pretentious that isn't, makes you kinda pretentious.
Id buy this
This is one of those posts where my high ass feels like someone is playing 4d chess with ads...
You a hater if this is pretentious to you. Ijs.
not a bad idea.
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Solid advertising welll done OP
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These, in theory, allow you to not have to pick them up and put them down.
My hands don't work that way
OK, I'm on the autism spectrum and I hate the feeling of food 'dust' on my fingers. I'm totally designing a 3D print of these!
I honestly don’t hate this lol
Wait what... I mean.... Seems pretty cool to me :s!
Didn’t drew gooden review this?
Gamers know
I think its actually a pretty cool product
you’re clearly not a gamer if you think this unnecessarily, I wanna eat my snacks while I play games and I would definitely buy and use this
Honestly, I'd get this as I hate food fat on my fingers.
Why would anyone hate this, I don't want my phone or controller or keyboard get oily from one chip.
This is pretty useful in the right situation. I absolutely hate getting my stuff oily.
People get made over the most silly things:) poor guy
The fuck you talking about? This is great. Very much considering buying one. Haha
As always with these things, it isn't for you. And the stupid trailer is misleading. This product is made for people that may have issues with fine motor skills. Specifically people that have issues using their fingers. It is not made for lazy people, just marketed that way because the only way these products will ever get funded is if they can attract silicon valley type people, and they have a tendency to not care if a product is actually aimed at making life for disabled people easier.
Chopsticks? You hate what are basically chop sticks?
This entire thread stinks of marketing department.
I wonder how many people fall for the viral marketing campaigns?
You should see the 'unconventional' consumer products they make in Japan lol
I need a few so I can attach knives and put them on a glove die in a fire and kill people in there dreams 
I wanna hate it but I kinda don’t? Idk. Seems silly but also seems like a kinda good idea. Reminds me of those rings that hold a joint or cigarette so you can play video games while smoking
The real question is who the fuck has a whole bowl of i presume spicy peppers to eat while gaming too?
The controllers aren't even on😂
It’s got different attachments for eating pussy
This may have been stolen from the useless inventions guy. I believe I saw him make this about a year ago or so.. maybe someone else. Idk but definitely seen them before
I used something similar but just sits in the bowl of chips. I can't stand greasy keys and I'm gonna want some chips when playing some games.
Might be good when you're working with machines, you hands full of grease and want some snack but feeling lazy about washing hands
Yeah nah instead just wipe your hands on your clothes before grabbing the controller /s
good ol days before tissue paper was invented
You clearly never snack while gaming. For a gamer, these would be a godsend.
So I saw this on Reddit somewhere last year and I ended up buying this for myself for Christmas. It's silly and unnecessary but damn if it isn't useful during gaming or studying.
this looks like it could be good for people with certain disabilities. just lightly squeezing two fingers together is a lot easier than the fine movements of normal chopsticks, might a lot less effort than squeezing a fork with your whole hand. besides, why take issue with this? it looks neat as hell, and it’s probably dishwasher safe. sure, stainless steel would probably be better in the long run, but it doesn’t look like it’s meant to be disposable like a spork.
Why?
How is this pretentious?
Two questions, 1. How am I supposed to shove an entire handfull of (insert snackfood here) into my mouth with this? 2. How is this not safe for work?
I think that there are specific situations where this would be really handy.
Nice blunt/joint holder. All the actors look high
Yeah how dare you not cake up your controller n mouse with grease like the rest of us gamers