The Good And The Bad Of Recent Sci Fi Product Placement

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Product placement has always been a huge part of science fiction, because it's just not the future without big-name brands. But in the last couple years, it's gotten way out of hand. Just check out our list of recent examples.

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Product Placement (And Microsoft) Are Alive And Well In 2050

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Okay, so Bollywood's Love Story 2050 wasn't the masterpiece we were hoping for. At least it gave us a few sublimely silly moments, like this futuristic video game fight. That's something.

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The History Of Product Placement In Science Fiction

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Science fiction is all about showing us new and startling worlds - and it doesn't hurt to sell a few widgets along the way. Like Eureka

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