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# Apple Terminator Virals
'The OS War' by Leon Wang has a Surprising Ending

By Joanne Lam | Published 2010-07-29 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-os-war-by-leon-wang
References: [trendland.net](http://trendland.net/2010/06/07/apple-vs-microsoft-the-os-war/) & [laxina.net](http://laxina.net/imagevue.php#/content/start/)

'The OS War' by Leon Wang is yet another contributor to the feud between [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-data-auction-commercial) and PC. Featuring a [terminator robot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-world-labs) acting as a bum on the street, you'll soon realize that its "secret mission" isn't merely begging for change to get a can of pop.

With a surprising ending which promotes the [new Windows 7](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windows-xp-crocs), 'The OS War' video will definitely be shocking to Apple fans. Check out the featured clip to see this robot in action.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.3/10
- Popularity: 18% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/robots)

## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **OS Wars Viral Marketing:** Marketing campaigns focused on OS Wars continue to capture attention and generate buzz through engaging, unexpected content and imagery.
- **Cross-platform Innovation:** Advancements in technology continue to drive innovation in cross-platform compatibility, as companies seek to meet consumer demand for seamless integration and operability across multiple devices and systems.
- **Artificial Intelligence in Marketing:** Innovations in AI and machine learning are facilitating the development of personalized, immersive marketing strategies that engage and delight audiences in new and exciting ways.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Technology:** The technology industry can capitalize on the ongoing OS Wars by investing in advanced cross-platform software and hardware solutions that cater to the needs and preferences of different users.
- **Marketing and Advertising:** The marketing and advertising industry can leverage the power of viral campaigns and innovative technology to create engaging, interactive campaigns that resonate with audiences and drive brand loyalty.
- **Artificial Intelligence:** The artificial intelligence industry can collaborate with marketing and advertising agencies to develop cutting-edge AI-powered marketing solutions that enable brands to connect with consumers on a deeper, more meaningful level.

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