Why do programs hide the apple logo?
Jun 2, 2008 | 3:10 am
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This is not just strictly about the apple logo but I have noticed that many different tv shows will tape over or blur the computer logo. Why do they do that?
This is not just strictly about the apple logo but I have noticed that many different tv shows will tape over or blur the computer logo. Why do they do that?
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Jun 2, 2008 | 7:09 am
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Do you mean on TV/Movies or in commercials? Generally it is done in those situations to pretend that they aren't endorsing a particular vendor (as though someone wouldn't be able to identify a MacBook without the logo). Also, the companies make a lot of money on product placement fees so if they aren't getting paid they may try to withhold the brand endorsement.
If you're talking about something else I have no idea.
If you're talking about something else I have no idea.
Jun 2, 2008 | 7:38 am
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On a negative-connotation show like Cops, it may also be that the corporation specifically forbade the display of its logo.
Jun 2, 2008 | 8:30 am
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Jun 2, 2008 | 10:13 am
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I generally think that this is exactly right. Soft-extortion, is how I would describe it.
Jun 2, 2008 | 10:14 am
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