Brands That Were Clearly Thinking Outside The Box

What's in a brand? We've seen brands take on some sort of action just to keep their business alive and make as much profit as they possibly could.

Some brands get creative with their marketing, while others just go above and beyond and come up with something spectacular to treat their consumers.

Beetle Coffeeshop

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The mug on the car doesn't like it's bolted into the top. You have to wonder how many times people pulled over to tell them there's a giant coffee cup on the car. It would be cool if they made it similar to Monk's Cafe like the one from Friends.

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Orange You Glad There's A Machine For That?

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If you've seen The Simpsons episode when Troy McClure squeezes oranges, it's pretty obvious that the show predicted the future once again. For five bucks, a machine squeezes your oranges. It won't be long before there's a vending machine that peels your apples and bananas for you.

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ATM Thank You Screen

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Four TD Banks across Canada invited customers to test out a new model of the ATM. Rather than pay bills or get cash, they found out that they were actually Automated Thanking Machines. The machine spat out gifts, convincing others to maybe switch to their bank after seeing this.

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How Do You Feel About Being At The Airport?

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According to the chocolate bars, people feel 'blah' when they are at the airport. Can you blame them? Waiting at the airport is much worse than sitting in traffic on the highway. Even the colors on the wrappers are based on the mood too. More airports should do something like this.

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Saving The Planet

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This is really neat and a unique way to save the environment. Considering how big and bulky detergent bottles can be, finding a way to be eco-friendly is a huge win. It could be a no-name brand, but this one, in particular, was thinking outside the box.

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Airplane Sink

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An airport bathroom sink that looks like an airplane in Minnesota is legit. This is perfect for those weary travelers who just woke up from a long nap on the plane, only to get to the bathroom and have no idea where they are. They look down, bam, airplane. They must be at the airport.

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The Long Awaited Explanation

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This super helpful graphic can really make a college student's life much easier. It includes what each laundry symbol means instead of being clueless and throwing all your clothes in one wash.

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Dogs With Jobs Are Cool

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A dog like this has its priorities in order. All my dog would do is shrug this off, eat the whole pizza, then take a nap. It's even perfect for college students! All they have to do for a tip is give the dog the best belly rub they ever had.

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Customer Service At Its Finest

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Being a good citizen means going a step further to help out others. This Wendy's employee did just that when he grabbed an umbrella from one of the tables and walked the elderly man to his vehicle. Sometimes, it's great to see people who show that random act of kindness.

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Facts About Toothpaste

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A toothpaste that describes each ingredient is rather intriguing. It would be ideal for aspiring dental hygienists to pick up this toothpaste and do their homework before they hit the field.

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Beer Advent Calendar

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Not only do stores sell chocolate advent calendars, but there's one specifically for adults too! Instead of chocolate, you get a different type of beer leading up to Christmas Day. The best part about it would definitely be coming home after a long day and cracking open one of these bad boys.

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Clever Pizza Ad

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Talk about taking an advertisement to a whole new level. This pretty much sums up how we devour a pizza anyways. The amount of cheese that's strung on it will make any driver hungry for a tasty za. Heck, even Papa John's or Pizza Hut couldn't come up with something like this.

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So Fresh, So Clean

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That looks like your everyday air freshener that kills more than bacteria — it also kills viruses. It's a Chinese product, but it should make it's way to North America. Breaking down the spray to a molecular level should be a real hit for that Breaking Bad fan in your life. A spray like this would be ideal to use after your dad comes out of the bathroom after his regular bowel movement.

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Not Clean, But Not Dirty Enough

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Putting clothes away after laundry day is enough work, and having to do it all over again after each wear is just too much to ask. That's why this bin is perfect. You can toss in one-wear items and hope you don't forget about them.

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A Toothbrush Holder That Drains Into The Sink

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Toothbrush holders can get really gross after a while with pieces of dry toothpaste and dried water. Plus all the dirt is hidden away underneath that you never think to clean until it starts to smell weird. All that can be fixed with this little holder.

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April Showers Bring May Flowers

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Flowers belong in nature so why not bring the illusion of their natural environment back to them. Plus, this is probably a healthier way to water them, as the sprinkle is more controlled and evenly spread.

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The Dream Bed

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This is not just a bed, it's a massaging double bed with lots of storage, a sound system, and foldable tables. Apparently it can be yours for about $600. What a steal.

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Nothing Hugs Better Than A Burrito

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You know what's better than eating a warm hearty burrito? Having it hug you. Beats any real people hugs if you ask me, but also leaves you constantly hungry and craving burritos.

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Get The Party Started

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Take Jenga to the next adult-friendly level with Jell-O shot Jenga! You can even make your own rules and just take a shot with every turn as long as you're prepared to ruin the weight distribution.

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Saves The Google Search

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This keyboard cover shows how to do commands so you don't have to waste any more of your time googling them as long you know exactly which letter holds which command that you need.

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Ice Cream Is Way Better Than Coffee

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Who needs coffee when you can have ice cream? This Keurig machine replaces caffeine energy with a sugar rush. Plus it can also make custard, gelato, Italian ice, sorbet, and sherbet. That's a win.

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The Ultimate Cleansing Power

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This shower has so many jets and heads that it almost looks overwhelming. It's the kind of shower that might overpower you and just toss you around from one jet to the other.

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The Key That Requires No Effort

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This door lock works great for anyone from the elderly to intoxicated people. Instead of going through the trouble of twisting it in, you simply drop it in the hole and it does the work for you.