Crucifix MP3 player
Chinese electronics wholesaler Chinavision recently came out with a crucifix-shaped MP3 player for devout music listeners. This is a rather unique way of marketing technology, and we can’t help but wonder what the J Man would think of such a device. The player offers 1GB of internal flash memory and a two-color LCD display, with the navigation buttons located right where our savior’s body would have been. Curiously, Chinavision’s website focuses on the product as a fashion statement rather than as an expression of piety.
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