Where are you guys seeing these ads?
I don't mind the ads generally but when they have flashing or moving content and sounds then it is going too far. They should not detract from the page or its contents and that sort of banner advertising is the lowest and worst as far as abusing the user is concerned.
The ad I see is pretty unobtrusive.
Apparently Larry Page thinks you should consider doing SUVs...
I find the current presentation of the ads unobtrusive, and if they stay in their current format I'll be quite happy.
Such ads are now so ubiquitous I didn't even notice until pointed out. I thought all men had the ability to tune out noise they don't want to hear; like crying babies, nagging wives, etc.
The advertisements appear to be individually targeted. The most-frequently presented advertisement for me is for maritime space on Mare Island, a fraction of a mile from my berth.
I don't see any ads. Could be because I have Adblock Plus on my PC.