Why do CDs have those annoying stickers at the top?
I just got some new CDs and it takes me a full minute each to take the stupid sticker off. Why are they there?

It already comes in plastic wrap packaging. Being treated like a criminal makes the music sound better. It's like eating wings. You feel better getting something after a little work. Any piece of fun electronics that's blisterpacked.
Best Way To Remove CD Packaging
If you're taking that long, you're doing it wrong. Pop the bottom hinge off the case and use it to pull the sticker off.

Originally posted by LordHunter I posted screenshots of my prefered CD case opening method a few years back.