As sweet as the boss himself, Ted Lasso-themed ice cream is the result of Apple’s current collaboration with Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, a small high-end US-based ice cream parlor chain. Jeni’s x Ted Lasso: Biscuits with the Boss will be released on March 2, ahead of the Ted Lesso Season 3 premiere on March 15. The ice cream is described as “Crumbly shortbread cookies in buttery sweet cream. Salty, mouthwatering, conversation-worthy.” Every fan of the show surely wondered how those irresistible biscuits that Ted brings Rebecca every day actually taste, and, if you’re lucky enough to live near a Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream shop or a grocery store that carries the lineup, you can find out for yourself while this limited-edition flavor lasts.
This delightfully silly collaboration got us thinking about other wacky Apple collaborations that you’ve probably forgotten (if you ever heard of them) or wish you could forget. Some, certainly, are best left forgotten...
Apple x U2: Songs of Innocence
The one that we wish we could forget but we just can’t is the day that Apple users suddenly had an entire new U2 album on our devices whether we wanted it or not.
On September 9, 2014, Apple gifted U2's new "Songs of Innocence" album to everyone with an iTunes account. Actually, it was foisted upon us; we had no choice in the matter. Apple seemed surprised by the backlash, but gamely released instructions on how to remove the album. I think Apple could have avoided all of the hassle by simply offering the option to opt in to the free album rather than installing it on our devices without permission. It was a rather bizarre and awkward decision that I'll bet Apple wishes it could take back.
