These Computer Virus Dolls Put a Playful Spin on Malware and Bugs
Michael Hines — August 26, 2013 — Life-Stages
References: computervirusdolls & laughingsquid
It's near impossible to be mad at computer viruses when they look as cute as these Computer Virus Dolls. These plushies were created by the Drew Oliver Company and put a cute spin on viruses, malware, worms and trojans. The dolls all have a quirky look and come with an included pop-up window and a tag with the name of each doll written in binary code.
Also included with each Computer Virus Dolls is a breakdown of what the specific computer threat is. Each plush sells for $9.95 and there are more coming from the Drew Oliver Company. Bugs, bots and zombies will all soon be available. Who needs stuffed animals when you can have stuffed computer viruses and bugs instead?
Also included with each Computer Virus Dolls is a breakdown of what the specific computer threat is. Each plush sells for $9.95 and there are more coming from the Drew Oliver Company. Bugs, bots and zombies will all soon be available. Who needs stuffed animals when you can have stuffed computer viruses and bugs instead?
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