Teletext can be useful for plenty of things — most of which revolve around sending text-based information to compatible television sets — but in countries like Germany, Sweden, and Spain, the communications system was also used to deliver sex hotline ads. The text-mode Tumblr page has gathered a number of these ads and their wonderful attempts to get men and women calling for loving companions, some of which are much better than others. Head over to Crackajack.de to see a collection of the risqué advertisements, but remember, long distance fees apply.
Teletext sex ads mix smut with simplicity
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