FCC V-Chip

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FCC V-Chip
Futurama In-A-Gadda-Da-Leela V-Chip.png
TypeSatellite
Creator(s)FCC
First appearance"In-A-Gadda-Da-Leela" (6ACV02)
Episode
Current statusBecame the V-GINY

The V-Chip was a top secret FCC satellite launched in 1998 to censor indecent TV programmes like The Pimpsons and Assarama. It collided with the USAF Flying Destiny shortly after launch, thus creating the V-GINY.

Additional Info

Trivia

  • It is named after the real-life V-chip manufactured for televisions in North America, which allows individuals to block programming based on their ratings category.

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