Laughable Battery Label Sparks Internet Frenzy: Meet "BURSTO

Jaxon Wildwood

Updated Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

In a world where marketing often sugar-coats reality, an image of a pair of AA alkaline batteries has taken the internet by storm for its brutally honest branding. Displayed on a light wood surface, these dark blue batteries with white text have become the subject of much hilarity and social media buzz.

The text on the batteries reads "ALKALINE BATTERY BURSTO" alongside a plus symbol and "AA SUPER ALKALINE." Below this, a safety warning starkly states, "WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT IMPROPERLY. DO NOT DISPOSE OF IN FIRE. BATTERIES MAY EXPLODE OR LEAK AND CAUSE INJURY. MADE IN CHINA www.bursto.net."

Reddit users were quick to draw comparisons and share their thoughts. One user humorously noted, "Sounds like one of the Futurama robots," while another quipped, "Are these new batteries? Because they appear to have outlived the manufacturer's website."

The comment section was ablaze with witty remarks. "I hear they're fire!" exclaimed one, adding to the joke that these batteries might be prone to explosions. Another user appreciated the honesty in marketing, stating, "At least it's honest!" and another commented, "Truth in marketing right there."

Some users drew connections to other pop culture references and products. "From the makers of Seld-M-Break monorail cables," one comment read, while another suggested, "So this is what they use in Samsung phones."

One user creatively rebranded the battery name, saying, "It's for when you need a Bursto energy!" Others joined in with quips like "Ougi: Impacto Bursto" and "Burstey/Splodey!"

The humor didn't stop there. One user pointed out, "That's Italian for '*definitely* will not explode and make a mess,'" while another simply added, "kablammo!"

Despite the comical reactions, the batteries’ honest warning serves as a reminder of the importance of proper battery disposal. The small icon depicting disposal instructions on the bottom battery underscores this crucial point.

The viral image not only brought laughs but also highlighted the necessity for clear and honest labeling. Whether the brand "BURSTO" intended to be funny or not, it certainly captured the internet’s attention.

For those interested in seeing the viral image and joining the conversation, the original post can be found on Reddit, sparking a wave of amusement and discussions about the importance of marketing authenticity. The BURSTO batteries have indeed made an impact, albeit a humorous one.

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Top Comments from Reddit

ilazul

Sounds like one of the Futurama robots

slugline

Are these new batteries? Because they appear to have outlived the manufacturer's website.

kablammodotcom

*kablammo!*

CalypsoTheKitty

I hear they're fire!

Actual_Dinner_5977

At least it's honest!

MysteryRadish

From the makers of Seld-M-Break monorail cables.

ThisIsGettinWeirdNow

So this is what they use in Samsung phones

cfrizzadydiz

It's for when you need a Bursto energy!

LordGrim28

Ougi: Impacto Bursto

etownrawx

Perfect. No notes.

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