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Humor Meets Controversy in Tech Marketing
This chapter explores the creative and humorous side of product promotions, particularly focused on whimsical April Fool's Day campaigns by tech companies. While some promotions, like an RGB hair dye and amusing app, are celebrated for their cleverness, a critique emerges surrounding a controversial joke by Volkswagen that soured audience reception. The chapter highlights the complications of corporate communication in relation to humor and the potential backlash when marketing tactics mislead the public.
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