NEWS  Curiosities  January 13, 2024  Reading time: 2 Minute(s)

Max (RS editor)

Have you ever excitedly unboxed a new electronic device, only to be confronted by a perplexing protective plastic film covering the screen? It's like the universe's way of saying, "Hold up, you're not the only one with butterfingers". But what if I told you that sometimes, that supposedly protective layer is not a shield against scratches, but a crucial part of the device itself? Cue the comedic chaos.

 KELSEY @KUMALASHSTUDIO [TIKTOK] 

In the grand tradition of design mishaps, Samsung Galaxy Fold users famously found out that what they thought was a screen protector was, in fact, the actual screen. Now, enter TikTok user Kelsey (@kumalashstudio) into the scene, armed with a TV and a story that will make you rethink every plastic film you've ever encountered.

In a viral video boasting over 2.6 million views, Kelsey peels off what she believes is her TV's protective plastic, only to unveil the shocking truth – it's an integral part of the TV's functionality.

"We thought this was the protective plastic because it really looked like that. So, we started peeling it off, and we did not realize that that was the actual screen that we were pulling off."

But Kelsey is not alone in this accidental peeling escapade. Many others have fallen victim to the seemingly innocent allure of removable plastic. In a world where TVs are adorned with protective layers, Kelsey's misadventure stands out because, well, Samsung ended up replacing her TV. The real twist? The TV wasn't even plugged in when the plastic-peeling drama unfolded.

In a follow-up video, Kelsey unveils the comedy of errors leading to the peel-off catastrophe. From the film looking ready to peel to the TV being unplugged during the operation, it's a tale of unintended consequences. Kelsey proposes a simple solution: a tiny sticker saying, "Not a protective screen", or "Do not pull it". A plea for sanity in the realm of plastic film confusion.

Kelsey's story struck a chord with viewers who empathized with her plight. Comments flooded in from kindred spirits who either shared similar experiences or simply found solace in knowing they weren't alone in their confusion.

"Why would they make a screen where you can find a peelable corner in the first place", pondered one user, summarizing the collective bewilderment. Another chimed in with a design critique, suggesting screens should be hidden beneath the frame to avoid accidental peelings.

In the end, Kelsey's TV escapade is a cautionary tale for all of us. The next time you encounter that suspicious plastic film on your new device, think twice before indulging in a peeling spree. It might just be the plot twist your TV was waiting for.

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