But has all this convenience meant that it is far too easy to impulse buy something that is both bizarre and totally useless? However, before we start this list, we want to mention that 16th-century Latin saying might well apply here: “One man’s meat is another man’s poison.” Late one night, a decade ago, I bought a fully functional Yugoslavian gas mask. Why? Because I just wanted one. (Okay, I admit, it was an impulse buy.) One would think it’s surely a very bizarre and useless item to own. But now, with the recent Coronavirus outbreak and the ever-growing “threat” of a zombie apocalypse, the item might well turn out to be a very shrewd and practical purchase. Many of today’s products are destined to be seen by the next generation as bizarre and useless oddities of a bygone age. (Makes you feel old and kind of sad, doesn’t it?) There are no manufacturer’s product descriptions or reviews. Calling it a “Best Shopper-Smart Nail Set Wearable” does not help either. Here is truly a bizarre and useless product! Rating in the top sellers’ list is unknown. https://www.amazon.ca/Best-Shopper-Smart-Wearable-Gadgets/dp/B07KR9TGCC/ Thus, we now have the spectacular hands-free umbrella mounted on a plastic plate strapped to your back. Bizarrely, it claims you will never lose it like a conventional umbrella by inadvertently leaving it somewhere by mistake. So, are you meant to wear this all the time, like when visiting friends or going shopping? And does this mean that, in the theater, you have to feel sorry for the person sitting behind you and your back-mounted umbrella? Rating in the top sellers’ list is unknown. https://www.amazon.com/Primo-Supply-Wearable-Hands-Free-Afternoons/dp/B07S9GK1PL/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/England-note-polymer-condition-collectors/dp/B01MCZKMVJ/ They also go as far as to claim it is more effective than Botox or face fillers! This product is not backed up by any clinical studies or medical evidence. In fact, it has a disclaimer about having “No medical claims in the cure of any illness, the safety of use, and or damage to gums and or teeth.” It also states that if you get injured while using it, it’s not their fault. In the review section, there are over 200 poor ratings, some saying their teeth were damaged or destroyed by this device. https://www.amazon.com/Jawzrsize-Exerciser-Neck-Toning-Resistance/dp/B01N4R5VY2/ Such is the case of the four gemstone crystal set, specially designed to aid in a woman’s pregnancy and birthing. The seller claims these crystals will encourage a healthy pregnancy, ease the pain of childbirth, and assist in breastfeeding. Does this sound like they are implying the product is a medical wonder? Oddly, the seller goes on about this brought about due to the “unique combination” of four very specific gemstone crystals, yet they say, “Please Note: Due to crystal availability, substitutions may occasionally occur.” https://www.amazon.com/PREGNANCY-BIRTHING-Tumbled-Crystal-Description/dp/B01MRQJ6N4/ You really need to see it to appreciate how absurd it is. Also, oddly, it is only recommended for people no taller than 5’5″. As for what customers think of this stylish head-covering wonder, it got very mixed reviews. Rating in the top sellers’ list is unknown. https://www.amazon.com/ANSAN-Portable-Foldable-Headwear-Transparent/dp/B01EOW8MWC/ Interestingly enough, it is about as popular an item as the previous product on our list (temporary self-adhesive pockets!). https://www.amazon.com/Lourdes-Water-Liter-Container-Gallons/dp/B00NA96FPM/ They do have a few drawbacks, as follows: they come in just one color (light beige), are not machine washable, not reusable, not that cheap, very small (will hold just a credit card), and will not stick to certain material (like wool). Lastly, a lot of reviews say it has a nasty habit of falling off (never a good thing for a pocket to do). https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0063LUB3Q/ Also, it says they are fun to use. Obviously, they do not know what real fun is!! And their claim that the claw garden glove is the way of the future, and that it will replace every potting tool you own, is more than a little far fetched. https://www.amazon.com/Gardening-Runfish-Digging-Protective-Gardeners/dp/B076XXS2SQ/ At face value, it seems like a good idea. However, judging by the reviews, the cigarette case is a letdown. The quality is poor and the dispenser jams regularly. Maybe they will perfect this product one day before cigarettes finally become a thing of the past. https://www.amazon.ca/Padgene-Cigarette-Rechargeable-Windproof-Accessories/dp/B01LENA0CY/ These items, made of copper, are a fancier version called Divining Rods. They are basically two L-shaped copper bars, which are advertised to assist in locating water, treasure, energy, food, ghosts, and information, as well as assist in Fengshui. Let’s face it, this is all a bit of a stretch. https://www.amazon.in/Reiki-Crystal-Products-Copper-Dowsing/dp/B07DC7SMMS/ So, despite the manufacturers saying that this mug would be the ideal gift for moms, dads, husbands, wives, sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, and friends, we don’t exactly recommend this purchase. https://www.amazon.com/Gollies-Gollies-Ceramic-Coffee-C-handle/dp/B07PZ53C5L/ https://www.amazon.com/Matt-Dana-Pickled-Pigs-Quart/dp/B00KDN23AO/ Introducing the Acupressure Magnetic Therapy Massage Insoles Anti-Fatigue Weight Loss Shoe. These miraculous footwear accessories do it all: relax your feet, boost your energy level, and lose weight. Discouragingly, 55% of buyers gave it a one-star rating and one review said this ground-breaking product was “useless” while another stated, “it hurts!” Could it be that this product, which has no scientific basis for its outrageous claims, actually does not work? Rating in the top-sellers list is unknown. https://www.amazon.in/SKUDGEAR-Breathable-Acupressure-MAGNETIC-Anti-Fatigue/dp/B07MFDYKVZ/ Simply write their name on the side of a pink candle dipped in this magical potion and in no time at all (supposedly), your true love will come running to you. What is most worrying about the product is that one of its main active ingredients is catnip. If nothing else, be prepared for a lot of unwanted attention from your neighborhood cats! https://www.amazon.com/Hoodoo-Voodoo-Wiccan-Conjure-Spells/dp/B00EBXAPH0/ Its active ingredient is powdered Chiangbai Mountain Ants. It also guarantees to promote “a sense of clarity that remains throughout the day” accompanied by “a sense of positive absurdness.” (Is that a good thing or a bad thing?)
It is true the book is highly rated and has a respectable ranking in its category. One also has to admit the book takes its subject matter most seriously, covering thoroughly the fundamental rules of grammar as well as words of the Klingon language. But it does escape the fact that it’s totally useless learning this language. The book has been around 28 years and has yet to be recognized by the United Nations. We also doubt any school teaches Klingon as part of their curriculum! As the Klingons would say: “qoH vuvbe’ SuS” (The wind does not respect a fool). https://www.amazon.com/Klingon-Dictionary-Star-Trek/dp/067174559X/ Rating in the top sellers’ list is unknown.
The manufacturers helpfully suggest that on business trips, you set each one to a different time zone: one for back home, the other to the country you are visiting. Obviously, you have to remember which is which or confusion will surely follow. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01ALWLEWE Interestingly, this fluffer comb is made for cattle, as per the product description, but is apparently more popular as a dog comb. But really, if you want to comb your dog, just buy a dog comb … unless you want that extra “pop and bloom” the product specs promise. Rated as the 141,093rd bestseller in Sports & Outdoors. https://www.amazon.com/Weaver-Leather-Livestock-Fluffer-Comb/dp/B01GU2LADM/ However, pheromones are nowhere near as straightforward or easy to replicate as the manufacturers claim. Although there is some science behind pheromones, it is mostly related to the behavior in insects, not humans!
Medical sources recommend that you only lose between 1-2 pounds of weight per week. So, any product that claims to help you lose significantly more is either misleading you or promoting unhealthy weight loss. https://www.amazon.com/Hollywood-Diet-Herbal-Clean-Miracle/dp/B001B7NQR0/ Obviously, there’s the serious issue that this product is suggesting that one skin color is better than another. And is it a really good idea to bleach your private parts! (And call me cynical, but the instructions say, “Use twice daily for at least 45 days for visible results.” So, you have to get 90 applications out of a 100-gram jar?) Ironically, the instructions on how to apply the cream state, “Apply a generous amount of cream.” (I guess it means generous but not more than a gram each time!) On that fact alone, this seems like a totally useless product; one jar is not ever going to be enough to get “visible” results. https://www.amazon.in/Sanctus-Underarm-Intimate-Whitening-Advanced/dp/B07LGDX4X8/ So, what’s more bizarre and useless than buying a letter opener these days? Buying a pack of two! https://www.amazon.ca/Pack-Letter-Opener-Envelope-Knife/dp/B07D58VJ8C/
