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Apple Macbook Air Sony Vaio Parody - My First YouTube Attempt

February 12, 2008 7:34 AM

Posted by Mitch Joel

I've been Blogging about my Sony Vaio ultra-portable laptop for a long time. I'm also extremely tempted to grab a new Apple MacBook Air. As I contemplate my purchase, I thought I would demo what my Sony Vaio can do, while at the same time making it a parody of the Apple Macbook Air commercial (which I love). This is my first attempt at (really) raw YouTube video fun.

I recorded it using my Flip video camera. And, to be honest, it's not just mine - this was a total 50/50 partnership with David Usher (who pretty much shot, directed and edited). We had a lot of fun making it (for the five minutes we spent doing it). You can see it here: YouTube - Apple Macbook Air Sony Vaio Parody.

And right here:

Update: If you like this video, feel free to "Digg" it here (thanks Chris Brogan): Digg - Macbook Air Parody Video Using A Sony Vaio.


Comments

  • February 12, 2008 7:46 AM

    Posted by Luc St-Pierre

    Not bad. I like the way you displayed the dvd player.

  • February 12, 2008 9:38 AM

    Posted by Christian

    Not sure if you'll like it, but another Mac parody, showcasing the PS3 vs. Wii

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jm7_Tu9L4BY

  • February 12, 2008 9:43 AM

    Posted by Eden Spodek

    Mitch (and David) I love it! I think I think Bargainista's next weekly wish will be for a Flip. Please tell me this was only the first of many videos to come.

  • February 12, 2008 10:50 AM

    Posted by CT Moore

    I'm seeing a lot of takes on this: Sony Vaio, normal MacBooks, etc... And the only message I'm walking away with is that Apple is a hip, hip brand...

  • February 12, 2008 11:09 AM

    Posted by Chris Brogan...

    Really clever stuff, Mitch! I think you're both to be applauded. Great effort.

  • February 12, 2008 11:16 AM

    Posted by Matthew Ebel

    Ha! Great. Unfortunately, it still has to run Windows. (Or that other OS that nobody makes consumer programs for... what was it called again?) ;)

  • February 12, 2008 11:38 AM

    Posted by Tim Coyne

    Watch out Mitch. Don't rile up us Mac users. We'll come fast and furious. Hah!

    Hope all is well.

    Tim

    ps - have fun with Vista!

  • February 12, 2008 11:42 AM

    Posted by Kristen

    I just bought the Sony Vaio two days ago. I love it.

  • February 12, 2008 11:50 AM

    Posted by gavin

    that was fun. mac users need to be able to laugh at themselves as well with this one

  • February 12, 2008 12:11 PM

    Posted by Eden Spodek

    BTW, I'm a mac owner and have been for 18 years. I still laughed.

  • February 12, 2008 12:21 PM

    Posted by Gary Kelly

    I would be really interested in hearing your thoughts on the flip video camera.

    Thanks.

    GK

  • February 12, 2008 12:43 PM

    Posted by Louis Delage

    Close to a Clio award (little irony), but extremely effective (no irony). I was thinking of going back to the Mac side. Now, I'm not so sure... and there are the numerous benefits of having Vista.

  • February 13, 2008 11:04 AM

    Posted by Connie Crosby

    Great job! I enjoyed this parody. It is so close to the original, and really shows the advantages of you Vaio.

    Cheers,
    Connie

  • February 15, 2008 8:21 AM

    Posted by Bernie Goldbach

    It worked! Now I want a Vaio.

  • February 16, 2008 3:33 PM

    Posted by Andy Nulman

    Hysterical! Christ Mitch, you should be doing videos for your clients. Or at least for Gene Simmons. I salute your beret and jodphurs!

  • February 18, 2008 7:14 PM

    Posted by hellyeahdude.com

    Hilarious! Everyone realizes that the "small" or compact laptops have been around forever... so funny..

    I think what could make this viral, is the mass amount of agreement people would have with the idea... Very good..

  • February 27, 2008 1:50 AM

    Posted by Tracy Esau

    very good work... i guess both of you should be appreciated

  • March 26, 2008 5:32 PM

    Posted by Steve Adams

    SPOS, keep it up!
    Very nice! Made me chuckle...

    I am a Mac fan and love a good parody!

    I'm thinking of doing a parody video on viral parody videos...

    Sorta like what CP did awhile back, "an unsolicited response" - http://www.coudal.com/unsolicited.php

  • April 29, 2008 3:05 AM

    Posted by Tracy Esau

    after this i actually bought a viao

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  • May 6, 2009 5:41 AM

    Posted by liu zillion

    "Hilarious! Everyone realizes that the "small" or compact laptops have been around forever... so funny.."

    i agree this


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