Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Company turns to bribery for 5 star Amazon reviews]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/28/company-turns-to-bribery-for-5-star-amazon-reviews/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/28/company-turns-to-bribery-for-5-star-amazon-reviews/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/28/company-turns-to-bribery-for-5-star-amazon-reviews/#comments In a world where word of mouth and the judgment of the hive mind is worth more than any ad or the ruminations of many professional reviewers, companies will do just about anything to ensure a strong rating on outlets like Amazon. It's clear that dummy accounts simply aren't the way to go, but what about bribing your existing customers? Apparently VIP Deals thought that route was perfectly acceptable and offered rebates to people who rated their products on Amazon. Now, the offer letter (which you can see at the more coverage link) doesn't explicitly ask for a five star review, but it is strongly suggested that the company expects one in exchange for receiving the product for free -- in this case, a leather Kindle Fire case. VIP's reviews and its products have all since been booted from Amazon, but it certainly raises plenty of questions about the ease with which some companies are able to game the system and how a reputable outlet can protect its customers from ratings scams. Hit up the source for the full story.

Company turns to bribery for 5 star Amazon reviews originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 28 Jan 2012 14:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>amazonbriberyratingratingsrebaterebatesscamscamsvip dealsVipDealsSat, 28 Jan 2012 14:03:00 EST<![CDATA[Time Warner Cable will pay for your Slingbox, in exchange for love]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/24/time-warner-cable-will-pay-for-your-slingbox-in-exchange-for-lo/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/24/time-warner-cable-will-pay-for-your-slingbox-in-exchange-for-lo/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/24/time-warner-cable-will-pay-for-your-slingbox-in-exchange-for-lo/#comments If you're a faithful Time Warner Cable customer, your next Slingbox purchase could be on the house. Yesterday, the provider announced that it will offer full rebates to any Wideband internet subscribers who buy the $300 set-top box, as part of a promotion due to launch sometime in September. Jeffrey A. Hirsch, TWC's executive vice president and chief marketing officer, told the New York Times that the offer is geared solely toward promoting his company's $99 Wideband service, though it's hard to ignore the move's larger symbolism -- especially in light of that ongoing legal battle with Viacom over live streaming content to the iPad. Time Warner has yet to pinpoint a launch date for its new promotion, but we'll let you know as soon as we get word.

Time Warner Cable will pay for your Slingbox, in exchange for love originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 24 Aug 2011 08:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cablecontenthdpostcrossinternet service providerInternetServiceProviderISPJeffrey A. HirschJeffrey HirschJeffreyA.HirschJeffreyHirschpromotionrebateset top boxSetTopBoxslingboxstreamingtime warnertime warner cableTimeWarnerTimeWarnerCableTVTWCviacomwidebandWed, 24 Aug 2011 08:27:00 EST<![CDATA[HP tempts webOS early adopters to buy a TouchPad with $50 rebate]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/29/hp-tempts-early-webos-phone-adopters-with-50-touchpad-rebate-h/http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/29/hp-tempts-early-webos-phone-adopters-with-50-touchpad-rebate-h/http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/29/hp-tempts-early-webos-phone-adopters-with-50-touchpad-rebate-h/#comments HP TouchPad
WebOS hopefuls -- especially owners of a Palm Pre, Pixi or their Plus variants -- you there? HP's TouchPad launch is a few days away, and the company's seeking to entice loyalists with a $50 mail-in-rebate on the new slate in the US and Canada. You've got until July 31st to make good on the deal, and all it'll take is proof that you own one of the aforesaid phones. Still need help deciding? We've heard that a visit to Walmart might score you some hands-on time while you're stocking up on bulk toilet paper. Hit that source link below for the full details straight from Ruby and Co.

HP tempts webOS early adopters to buy a TouchPad with $50 rebate originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 29 Jun 2011 05:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9.7-inch9.7-inch tablet9.7-inchTablethewlett packardHewlettPackardhphp preHP tablethp touch padhp touchpadhp veerHpPreHpTabletHpTouchpadpadpalmpalm pixipalm prePalmPixiPalmPrepixiprerebateslatetablettouch padTouchPadWed, 29 Jun 2011 05:29:00 EST<![CDATA[California's zero-emissions rebate program ironically runs out of green]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/22/californias-zero-emissions-rebate-program-ironically-runs-out-o/http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/22/californias-zero-emissions-rebate-program-ironically-runs-out-o/http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/22/californias-zero-emissions-rebate-program-ironically-runs-out-o/#comments
Californians will have to look elsewhere to start receiving cash back for buying eco-friendly vehicles, as the California Air Resources Board has just announced that its ever popular rebate program is no more for the time being. CARB, as the board also goes by, launched its Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP) in March of 2010 with initial funding of over $11 million to go around -- but we knew it wouldn't last. According to the CVRP website, the program has issued a little over $7 million worth of rebates thus far, with the rest pending or reserved for the already existing EV-owners.

The board hopes to bring the program back within the next fiscal year by charging it up with $17 million worth of rebates. It'll create more opportunities to get some of these rebates, while simultaneously extending the duration of the CVRP by decreasing the maximum amount to $2,500 (about half of the previous maximum). If you're doing your math correctly, that equates to more than 6,000 total rebates that'll be up for grabs -- opposed to the 1,400 first-rounders who were awarded the rebates already. With luck and some economical upturns, Californian volt-heads can cruise into 2012 with their non-petrol-deficient wallets a little bit fuller.

California's zero-emissions rebate program ironically runs out of green originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 22 Jun 2011 03:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Autoblogautoblog GreenAutoblogGreenCaliforniacalifornia air resou...California Air Resources BoardCaliforniaAirResou...CaliforniaAirResourcesBoardCalifornianCARBCleanclean vehicle programclean vehicle rebateClean Vehicle Rebate Projectclean vehiclesclean vehicles programCleanVehicleProgramCleanVehicleRebateCleanVehicleRebateProjectCleanVehiclesCleanVehiclesProgramCVRPElectric CarElectric carselectric vehicleElectric vehiclesElectricCarElectricCarsElectricVehicleElectricVehicleseletric carEletricCargreenmoneyrebateRebatesWed, 22 Jun 2011 03:20:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony update on PSN / Qriocity outage: 'some services up and running within a week' (updated)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/27/sony-update-on-psn-qriocity-outage-some-services-up-and-runn/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/27/sony-update-on-psn-qriocity-outage-some-services-up-and-runn/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/27/sony-update-on-psn-qriocity-outage-some-services-up-and-runn/#comments As the PlayStation Network / Qriocity outage stretches into its second week, over on the PlayStation Blog rep Patrick Seybold has just posted an updated Q&A based on the inquiries of concerned users. Beyond the security of our personal information, the most important question is when service might be restored and he reiterates Sony expects to have "some services" up and running within a week from yesterday. When it comes to the most important personal information like credit card numbers, there are assurances that the credit card database was encrypted and there is no evidence anything was taken, but that's a possibility that still cannot be ruled out completely. To keep things secure, Gamasutra reports game developers are getting new SDKs with updated security features as well. When the service comes back up, expect a mandatory system update that requires a new password before getting back to your Mortal Kombat or Portal 2-related plans.

Update: Sony posted Q&A #2 with a few more details addressing custom compensation. Regarding a "goodwill gesture," Sony says, "We are currently evaluating ways to show appreciation for your extraordinary patience as we work to get these services back online." The company is also working on a "make good" plan for gamers with a subscription to the PS3 MMOs DC Universe Online or Free Realms, details of which are coming soon.

Sony update on PSN / Qriocity outage: 'some services up and running within a week' (updated) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 27 Apr 2011 20:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>compensationgoodwillmake goodMakeGoodmmooutageplaystation 3playstation networkPlaystation3PlaystationNetworkpsnrebaterefundsonyWed, 27 Apr 2011 20:22:00 EST<![CDATA[2012 Chevy Volt could be eligible for an extra $5,000 off in California]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/17/2012-chevy-volt-could-be-eligible-for-an-extra-5-000-off-in-cal/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/17/2012-chevy-volt-could-be-eligible-for-an-extra-5-000-off-in-cal/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/17/2012-chevy-volt-could-be-eligible-for-an-extra-5-000-off-in-cal/#comments2012 Chevy Volt could be eligible for an extra $5,000 off in California If you live in California you're blessed with a lot of things, including weather patterns that seem to get stuck in a rut an awful lot. Another treat you'll find is an additional $5,000 rebate on cars that are rated AT-PZEV -- that's Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle, those having very low emissions and hybrid-like technology. The 2011 Chevrolet Volt failed to score that rating because its batteries are not rated for 10 years and 150,000 miles, part of the AT-PZEV rules, but GM is apparently looking to fix that next year with a version of the Volt that will qualify. It's unclear whether all Volts will be upgraded or whether it'll be an option -- and if an option how much that will cost -- but a total of $12,500 in rebates on the Volt would certainly make that $41,000 MSRP a lot more palatable.

2012 Chevy Volt could be eligible for an extra $5,000 off in California originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 17 Feb 2011 11:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>at-pzevcaliforniachevroletchevy voltChevyVoltgeneral motorsGeneralMotorsgmhybridparallel hybridParallelHybridpzevrebateseries hybridSeriesHybridvoltThu, 17 Feb 2011 11:34:00 EST<![CDATA[Latest Verizon rebate form confirms big-ticket rebates are going away]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/29/latest-verizon-rebate-form-confirms-big-ticket-rebates-are-going/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/29/latest-verizon-rebate-form-confirms-big-ticket-rebates-are-going/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/29/latest-verizon-rebate-form-confirms-big-ticket-rebates-are-going/#comments That rumor yesterday about Verizon dumping rebates on smartphones priced $150 or greater? Yep, it's looking more legit than ever now that BGR's scored Big Red's latest rebate form -- and nearly all of the big-ticket smartphones are now gone. Also notable: the Droid 2 R2-D2, currently priced at $199.99, is on there with a $50 rebate, which suggests the phone could see a price drop to $149.99 on or around Monday. At the end of the day, you'll be paying the same for most of these phones -- but it'll be nice to pay a little less upfront.

Latest Verizon rebate form confirms big-ticket rebates are going away originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 29 Jan 2011 17:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>mobilerebaterebatesverizonverizon wirelessVerizonWirelessvzwSat, 29 Jan 2011 17:22:00 EST<![CDATA[Verizon dumping some mail-in rebates, going with lower upfront prices instead?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/28/verizon-dumping-some-mail-in-rebates-going-with-lower-upfront-p/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/28/verizon-dumping-some-mail-in-rebates-going-with-lower-upfront-p/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/28/verizon-dumping-some-mail-in-rebates-going-with-lower-upfront-p/#comments In the wake of a slew of not-so-fun changes in the wireless industry, here's a way to end the month on a bright note: a rumor over on Android Central suggests that Verizon will be killing off its mail-in rebates for some devices in favor of lower sticker prices. Specifically, a leaked screen shot says that if the device runs more than $150, there won't be any rebate at all; if it's less and not a closeout, you'll be dealing with a $50 rebate. Of course, the whole concept of a rebate is a little sneaky to begin with -- the idea is that carriers can advertise lower prices, then get you to pay more at the counter and hope that you'll fail to deal with the mail-in form that you've got to fill out; best-case scenario, they get to sit on your money for a few weeks while you wait for a gift card to show up in the mail. So yeah, our hearts wouldn't be broken if this was accurate -- as long as the new upfront prices completely erase those rebates, of course.

Verizon dumping some mail-in rebates, going with lower upfront prices instead? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 28 Jan 2011 15:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>mobilerebateRebatesrumorVerizonverizon wirelessVerizonWirelessvzwFri, 28 Jan 2011 15:10:00 EST<![CDATA[HP slashes Envy 13 price to $999 with $450 rebate]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/29/hp-slashes-envy-13-price-to-999-with-450-rebate/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/29/hp-slashes-envy-13-price-to-999-with-450-rebate/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/29/hp-slashes-envy-13-price-to-999-with-450-rebate/#comments First it was the Adamo, now it's the Envy. HP has joined Dell in deeply discounting its aging 13-inch ultrathin, though unlike its Round Rock competitor, it hasn't bothered to give it any spec bumps. Consequently, even with this interest-building $450 rebate, the Envy 13 loses out to the Adamo 13 in a straight spec fight -- a 1.6GHz CPU, 3GB of DDR3 RAM and a 5400RPM hard drive are all either slower or smaller than Dell's offering -- but it does still have a pair of aces up its sleeve to get latecomers to part with their cash. Those include an external SuperMulti DVD rewriter and a discrete ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4330 GPU with 512MB of dedicated memory. Sure, it's not much, but then neither is the new price.

HP slashes Envy 13 price to $999 with $450 rebate originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 29 Dec 2010 04:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1.6ghz13-inchcheapercore 2 duoCore2Duodiscountenvyenvy 13Envy13hphp envy 13HpEnvy13laptoppricepricingrebatesalethin and lightThinAndLightultrathinwindows 7Windows7Wed, 29 Dec 2010 04:27:00 EST<![CDATA[US Cellular makes all phones free on contract from the 17th through next week]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/15/us-cellular-makes-all-phones-free-on-contract-from-the-17th-thro/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/15/us-cellular-makes-all-phones-free-on-contract-from-the-17th-thro/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/15/us-cellular-makes-all-phones-free-on-contract-from-the-17th-thro/#comments Well, this should make the choice between a Messager Touch and a Mesmerize an easy one, right? From December 17th through the 24th, you'll be able to pick up any phone in US Cellular's inventory for free on a new contract -- and what's more, they'll flip you a $100 bill credit if you're buying a smartphone, regardless of whether you're a new customer or an existing one adding a line. Almost makes you want to sign up for, like, 20 lines of service, doesn't it? No? Follow the break for the press release.

Update: US Cellular reached out to us to point out that if you're on a Belief Plan and you're already eligible for a phone upgrade, this means you can walk into a store and take any phone you want for free without signing a new contract. How crazy is that?

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US Cellular makes all phones free on contract from the 17th through next week originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 15 Dec 2010 15:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cell phonecellphonecontractcreditfreefree on contractFreeOnContractmobilerebateus cellularusccUsCellularWed, 15 Dec 2010 15:29:00 EST<![CDATA[FLO TV rebates for devices and service are now live]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/09/flo-tv-rebates-for-devices-and-service-are-now-live/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/09/flo-tv-rebates-for-devices-and-service-are-now-live/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/09/flo-tv-rebates-for-devices-and-service-are-now-live/#comments FLO TV said that it would be refunding the eight folks who actually bought into its services once it made the tough decision to shut things down on March 27, 2011, and lo and behold, it's a promise kept. What we weren't expecting, however, was any sort of monetary compensation for hardware, but it looks as if FLO TV will be providing some sort of rebate amount to those who purchased a FLO TV Personal Television, Audiovox Portable DVD Player with FLO TV or FLO TV Auto Entertainment center. It's unclear how much you'll be getting back -- you'll need to go through the entire rebate process to find out -- but you will be reimbursed for any prepaid FLO TV services that you're no longer interested in using (or won't be able to use due to the March 2011 cutoff). Hit the source link to file your claim, but be aware that your service will be cut within 72 hours of submitting it. Beyond the break, you'll find the full email that FLO TV is sending to its customers.

[Thanks, T.J.]

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FLO TV rebates for devices and service are now live originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 09 Dec 2010 18:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>audiovoxflo tvFloTvmediaflomobile tvMobileTvpersonal televisionPersonalTelevisionprogrammingqualcommrebaterefundservicetvThu, 09 Dec 2010 18:53:00 EST<![CDATA[$50 Samsung Media Hub vouchers making Epic 4G and Galaxy Tab purchases a little sweeter]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/31/50-samsung-media-hub-vouchers-making-epic-4g-and-galaxy-tab-pur/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/31/50-samsung-media-hub-vouchers-making-epic-4g-and-galaxy-tab-pur/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/31/50-samsung-media-hub-vouchers-making-epic-4g-and-galaxy-tab-pur/#comments Presumably looking to build some brand awareness, Sprint and Samsung are apparently teaming up to offer new Epic 4G owners $50 vouchers redeemable toward "select" movie rentals in its Media Hub video-on-demand store -- which will actually buy quite a bit of content, when you think about it. The way it works is that you'll buy the phone and get texted a ten-digit promo code within a few days; once you redeem it for the first time, you'll have 60 days to use it up, otherwise the whole thing will expire on March 31st of next year. Word on the street is that the promotion is also headed for the Sprint version of the Galaxy Tab, which would give these guys a leg up for potential buyers viewing the Tab primarily as a media consumption device when you consider that the same product is coming to all four nationals (plus a regional). Of course, the vouchers are being billed as redeemable toward "select" content, so we'll have to see just how limited it is before calling this a great deal.

$50 Samsung Media Hub vouchers making Epic 4G and Galaxy Tab purchases a little sweeter originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 31 Oct 2010 23:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>discountepic 4gEpic4ggalaxy tabGalaxyTabmedia hubMediaHubmobilerebatesamsungvoucherSun, 31 Oct 2010 23:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Verizon's new rebate form shows two Droid 2 Globals, Samsung Continuum, and more]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/29/verizons-new-rebate-form-shows-two-droid-2-globals-samsung-con/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/29/verizons-new-rebate-form-shows-two-droid-2-globals-samsung-con/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/29/verizons-new-rebate-form-shows-two-droid-2-globals-samsung-con/#comments Carrier rebate forms have a fun tendency to reveal unannounced hardware, since they cover several upcoming weeks when they're published -- and Verizon's latest for the month of November is a particularly juicy one. Here's what we've got:
  • There are two SKUs listed for the Droid 2 Global, but only one for the Droid Pro, leading us to wonder whether it'll actually be the Global that's getting a cameraless version.
  • Speaking of Motorola, the WX445 Citrus is in the mix for the first time.
  • The Pre 2 is in the system with a $100 rebate.
  • There are two new SKUs for the Bold 9650, possibly indicating the release of new versions with BlackBerry 6 pre-installed.
  • The LG Cosmos Touch is in here, which we imagine will be a touchscreen successor to the Cosmos.
  • There's a Samsung Zeal listed with a $50 rebate, but we're not sure what it is -- we know that Sammy has a number of Android phones in the pipe for Verizon, and we suppose this could be one of 'em (likely low-end considering it's not a $100 rebate).
  • More interestingly, the Samsung Continuum is in here, suggesting that the November 8 event could be for this dual-screened (and Galaxy S-branded) beast. $100 rebate here.
Of course, November is a time when retailers of all types and sizes bring out new products in time for the holidays, so we're not surprised to see the mother lode here. Who's excited?

Verizon's new rebate form shows two Droid 2 Globals, Samsung Continuum, and more originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 29 Oct 2010 13:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We know that you really had your heart set on that 14-inch Envy, but until they finally arrive from Shangri-La, the "mystical, harmonious valley, gently guided from a lamasery, enclosed in the western end of the Kunlun Mountains" (the same place whose Apple Stores stock the iPhone nano, incidentally) might we offer you a cut-rate 15-inch model as a consolation prize? As brought to our attention by the savvy shoppers at I4U News, the company is currently offering a $450 rebate on your next HP Envy 15 Core i5 (2.26GHz) lappy. And what's more, your $950 sale price includes shipping -- and not on the back of a unicorn, either. Just head on over to the HP store (hit the coverage link), throw in a 640GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive (you have to do this part -- it'll bring your total up to $1,399 and make you eligible for the free shipping) and apply coupon code NBMY33241 at checkout.

HP Envy 15 shipping for $950 after rebate originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 31 Mar 2010 11:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dealenvyhphp envyhp envy 15HpEnvyHpEnvy15rebatethin and lightThinAndLightunibodyWed, 31 Mar 2010 11:41:00 EST<![CDATA[Best Buy offering DROID pre-orders as of today, automates the mail-in rebate]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/29/best-buy-offering-droid-pre-orders-as-of-today-automates-the-ma/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/29/best-buy-offering-droid-pre-orders-as-of-today-automates-the-ma/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/29/best-buy-offering-droid-pre-orders-as-of-today-automates-the-ma/#comments In the best sort of tradition, Best Buy Mobile has gone for a repeat of its Palm Pre offering and is offering a $299 phone, the Motorola DROID, in this case, at $199 thanks to the automation of a mail-in rebate you'd have to actually "mail in" if you were to purchase the handset straight from the carrier. Best Buy also seems to be the first place to offer pre-orders of the phone, so if you're worried about a sell out or just generally averse to affixing stamps to things, Best Buy appears to have you covered.

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Best Buy offering DROID pre-orders as of today, automates the mail-in rebate originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Didn't Microsoft's Xbox 360 Elite just drop to $299, like, three weeks ago? Yes, yes it did. Evidently that cut just wasn't deep enough for Microsoft (or else it had a change of heart following the release of Sony's $299 PS3 Slim), as the Redmond mega-corp has today lit up a new mail-in rebate program to bring the cost down to $249. Consoles purchased between today (sorry, Monday shoppers!) and October 5th are eligible, and it's anyone's guess as to what'll happen to the 360 lineup come October 6th. So, is Santa coming early for anyone this year, or what?

[Via Major Nelson, thanks Logan]

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Microsoft kicks out $50 rebate for $299 Xbox 360 Elite originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 22 Sep 2009 15:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via SlashGear]

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Palm Pre drops to $99 at LetsTalk online store, for a limited time originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Aug 2009 09:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dealdiscountletstalkmobilepalmpalm prePalmPrepreprice dropPriceDroprebatesprintMon, 03 Aug 2009 09:25:00 EST<![CDATA[Palm Pre drops to $99 at LetsTalk online store, for a limited time]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/08/03/palm-pre-drops-to-99-at-letstalk-online-store-for-a-limited-ti/http://www.engadget.com/2009/08/03/palm-pre-drops-to-99-at-letstalk-online-store-for-a-limited-ti/http://www.engadget.com/2009/08/03/palm-pre-drops-to-99-at-letstalk-online-store-for-a-limited-ti/#comments It's a limited time offer, and the handset is currently out of stock -- you'll have to wait a few days for delivery -- but cutesy online phone retailer LetsTalk is offering the Pre for a mere $99 after a $100 rebate and a $100 instant discount. This sort of price flexibility bodes well for the truly budget conscious eying this phone, though as demonstrated time and time again: you're saving a lot more in the long run with a cheap plan than a cheap phone, something that's been a lock since day one with the Pre.

[Via SlashGear]

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Palm Pre drops to $99 at LetsTalk online store, for a limited time originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Aug 2009 09:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hey, it's hot out there. While you could lather-up into a deep dish of epidural man-gravy by trucking on over to the nearest brick-and-mortar, why not kick back on-line with Sprint for that new Palm Pre purchase? Sure, you'll still have to mail-in the $100 rebate, but last we checked, licking a stamp won't break a sweat.

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Palm Pre now available from Sprint online, activity avoided originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 23 Jul 2009 05:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hey, it's hot out there. While you could lather-up into a deep dish of epidermal man-gravy by trucking on over to the nearest brick-and-mortar, why not kick back on-line with Sprint for that new Palm Pre purchase? Sure, you'll still have to mail-in the $100 rebate, but last we checked, licking a stamp won't break a sweat.

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Palm Pre now available from Sprint online, activity avoided originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 23 Jul 2009 05:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Best Buy may not be launching the Pre exclusively, but it's probably the place to go if you're scouting one come June 6th. Why? Pretty simple, really -- you'll leave the joint with an extra Benjamin in your purse. You see, those who waltz into a Sprint store will be forced to pay $299.99 up front (with a two-year contract) and wait eons for a $100 mail-in rebate to return. Over at Best Buy Mobile, you'll pay $199.99 free and clear, sign your contract and proceed to send us loads of personal hands-on shots. Be honest -- which scenario sounds superior to you?

[Via Brighthand]

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Best Buy Mobile to skip rebate, sell Palm Pre for $199.99 outright originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 20 May 2009 11:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Best Buy may not be launching the Pre exclusively, but it's probably the place to go if you're scouting one come June 6th. Why? Pretty simple, really -- you'll leave the joint with an extra Benjamin in your purse. You see, those who waltz into a Sprint store will be forced to pay $299.99 up front (with a two-year contract) and wait eons for a $100 mail-in rebate to return. Over at Best Buy Mobile, you'll pay $199.99 free and clear, sign your contract and proceed to send us loads of personal hands-on shots. Be honest -- which scenario sounds superior to you?

[Via Brighthand]

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Best Buy Mobile to skip rebate, sell Palm Pre for $199.99 outright originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 20 May 2009 11:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung's ultrathin X360 didn't quite get the love of some of its competition out of the gate, and has already been preempted by the X460, but the X360 has always had a lovable price tag on its side. Not like this, though. The originally $1900-ish laptop is now going for $750 after rebate on Amazon.com, and that includes 3GB of RAM and Vista Biz to boot. Sure, the 1.2GHz Core 2 Duo SU9300 and Intel integrated graphics never did anyone any favors, but at least this should shut up your non-productive Atom-powered bowling buddies. Or you could wait a month for every other ultraportable on earth to best this pricetag and netbook specs to catch up.

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Samsung X360 ultraportable dips below $800 mark originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 02 Mar 2009 16:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We've had bits and pieces of this for days now, but it's finally starting to come together. Right in the midst of the year's craziest cellphone show, Verizon Wireless has outed its latest rebate form, which sheds some overly legitimate light on four presumably forthcoming handsets. Casio's Exilim C721, which we've already seen pictured, should arrive mighty soon alongside the LG Versa, Nokia 7205 Intrigue and Samsung's Smooth. Obviously, there's no definitive ship dates and prices listed, but considering that the offers are valid from February 15th through March 28th, we'd say your wild imagination can probably handle it from here.

[Via phoneArena]

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Verizon rebate form further substantiates four new phones originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 16 Feb 2009 11:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Who knows, maybe this holiday season will be a decent time to stock up on Blu-ray Discs. Exactly one month after hearing that Warner would be lowering the BD price bar this winter on a slew of its titles, in comes word that Paramount Home Video is preparing a promotion of its own. Reportedly, the studio will be offering movie collectors a $10 rebate when they upgrade select DreamWorks and Paramount DVDs to Blu-ray Discs. Blu-ray copies of Transformers, The Godfather, Old School, Stardust, Sweeney Todd and Zodiac will be eligible for the rebate, with the purchase having to be made by December 31st, 2009. For all the fine print (there's not too much), the read link has you covered.

[Via CDFreaks]

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Paramount to offer $10 rebate for select Blu-ray Disc upgrades originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 15 Aug 2008 10:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Given that $100 at Wal-mart is essentially as good as cash, we can only imagine how titillating this offer may seem for Blu-ray holdouts. Announced today, the mega-retailer will be offering a $100 gift card with the purchase of any Blu-ray player from June 8th through 14th -- and yes, Sony's PlayStation 3 is included. In case this wasn't enough to maybe-possibly get the general public to actually pay attention to the format, Wally World will also sell "select" BD titles for $15 starting on the 8th. Since the format war ended earlier this year, we've seen report after report proclaiming that Blu-ray adoption just wasn't taking off here in America, but with a theoretical net price now close to $200 (albeit for a few days only), we can certainly see the masses taking notice at long last.

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

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Wal-Mart throws in $100 gift card with Blu-ray player purchase originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Jun 2008 22:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Given that $100 at Wal-mart is essentially as good as cash, we can only imagine how titillating this offer may seem for Blu-ray holdouts. Announced today, the mega-retailer will be offering a $100 gift card with the purchase of any Blu-ray player from June 8th through 14th -- and yes, Sony's PlayStation 3 is included. In case this wasn't enough to maybe-possibly get the general public to actually pay attention to the format, Wally World will also sell "select" BD titles for $15 starting on the 8th. Since the format war ended earlier this year, we've seen report after report proclaiming that Blu-ray adoption just wasn't taking off here in America, but with a theoretical net price now close to $200 (albeit for a few days only), we can certainly see the masses taking notice at long last.

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

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Wal-Mart throws in $100 gift card with Blu-ray player purchase originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Jun 2008 22:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Roy A.]

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Select Blu-ray titles offering $10 back if you own DVD version originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 14 Jan 2008 13:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's not like we haven't seen this card played already in the HD DVD camp, but now it's (almost) time for the Blu-ray ponderers to feel the grip of temptation (again). Starting on July 1st (just hold out a few more hours) and lasting through September 30th of this year, customers who purchase a qualifying Blu-ray player will be eligible to receive five flicks gratis through the mail. Among the options of players are Sony's BDP-S1, BDP-S300, or 60GB PlayStation 3, Panasonic's DMP-BD10K or DMP-BD10KA, Philips' BDP9000, Pioneer's BDP-94HD, or Samsung's BD-P1000 / BD-P1200. As for the free movies, you'll be able to choose five from a library of 21 titles, and while we can't really argue with the upside in this deal, be absolutely sure you don't mind receiving "notices and information from the Blu-ray Disc Association" before mailing in your claim.

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Blu-ray fencesitters: five free movies sound good? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 29 Jun 2007 11:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When we first heard about the new FATHER's DAY HD DVD rebate we instantly hoped that it would be offered with other discounts, and now it seems that someone has spotted an HD-D2 at Costco for $249. For those who aren't familiar with Costco, they like to change the model numbers, so this is the same as the HD-A2 to everyone else. While $50 off the MSRP isn't the best deal we have seen without a rebate, at this price anyone trying to decide between an upconverting DVD player and HD DVD, has a really easy decision to make..

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HD DVD player spotted for $249 after rebate originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 25 May 2007 11:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It looks like Toshiba isn't the only one into the FATHER's DAY spirit, as TiVo is also offering a rebate for a Hi-Def gadget. TiVo one-ups Toshiba by offering a $200 rebate instead of only $100, but the rebate is the mail-in variety, and is only valid on the Series3 (no, not a Series2) purchased between May 27th and June 16th. The rebate cannot be used in combination with another TiVo package, but should still be good if purchased at a discount from your favorite retailer.

[Via TiVoCommunity.com]

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$200 Series3 rebate for FATHER's DAY originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 19 May 2007 11:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It seems that every week we hear about a price drop from either HD DVD or Blu-ray, and this week it's both. First Panasonic announced their DMP-BD10A for $600 and now Toshiba is announcing a $100 in-store instant rebate -- our favorite kind -- on any HD DVD player purchased between May 20th and June 16th. Assuming no other discounts, you can now get a stand-alone HD DVD player for that magic price of $299. This combined with the free movies promotion, removes any (price-related) excuses for not picking up an HD DVD player, and enjoying the Ultimate Matrix Collection on HD DVD.

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Save another $100 on HD DVD this FATHER'S DAY originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 16 May 2007 14:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>$299Fathers DayFathersDayHD DVDHdDvdrebateWed, 16 May 2007 14:19:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T, Apple to offer rebate cash on the iPhone?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2007/04/17/atandt-apple-to-offer-rebate-cash-on-the-iphone/http://www.engadget.com/2007/04/17/atandt-apple-to-offer-rebate-cash-on-the-iphone/http://www.engadget.com/2007/04/17/atandt-apple-to-offer-rebate-cash-on-the-iphone/#commentsIf this were literally any other phone, talk of a rebate and/or instant discount at the time of purchase with a new contract would be a foregone conclusion; in fact, customers wouldn't tolerate it any other way. But this is the iPhone, after all -- and according to an analyst with American Technology Research, Apple is just now getting around to considering such a deal. Word on the street has Atlanta and Cupertino considering a rebate in the $50 to $150 range (presumably based on the model purchased) which could definitely make the 8GB version's $600 price point just a touch easier to swallow. Did Apple determine through extensive market research that consumers like it (gasp!) when things cost less? From its perspective, it may not matter either way because the same analyst is reporting that the company will be paid a "bounty" for each and every new AT&T customer it signs up in its brick and online stores. A good deal for Apple? Indeed.

[Thanks, Raphael D.]

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AT&T, Apple to offer rebate cash on the iPhone? originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 17 Apr 2007 11:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appleatandtattiphonemobilerebateTue, 17 Apr 2007 11:55:00 EST<![CDATA[EarthLink pushes TiVo Series2 DVRs]]>http://www.engadget.com/2007/03/08/earthlink-pushes-tivo-series2-dvrs/http://www.engadget.com/2007/03/08/earthlink-pushes-tivo-series2-dvrs/http://www.engadget.com/2007/03/08/earthlink-pushes-tivo-series2-dvrs/#commentsEarthLink DSL subscribers will have a new option coming their way this spring, when the company partners up with TiVo to distribute TiVo Series2 DVRs and the TiVo service -- with a rebate on the cost of the DVR -- to new existing EarthLink customers. TiVo's been looking to branch out to new partners after its agreement with DirecTV ended, and its Comcast TiVo service won't launch until later this year. So far the services don't work together, but representatives indicated to CNET that a combination TiVo/DSL modem is a possibility, but there are "no specific plans at this time". We understand interoperable products might be a way off, but how about throwing in a newer Series3 TiVo and some additional HD features?

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EarthLink pushes TiVo Series2 DVRs originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 08 Mar 2007 03:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dsldvrearthlinkhdothersrebateseries2tivoThu, 08 Mar 2007 03:32:00 EST<![CDATA[Star Trek, hw6900 series coming to Cingular next week?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2006/08/02/star-trek-hw6900-series-coming-to-cingular-next-week/http://www.engadget.com/2006/08/02/star-trek-hw6900-series-coming-to-cingular-next-week/http://www.engadget.com/2006/08/02/star-trek-hw6900-series-coming-to-cingular-next-week/#commentsCingular rebate forms circulating over the past couple days are indicating the presence of three devices -- HP's hw6920 / hw6925 and HTC's Star Trek, offered here as the 3125 -- and while too much time has passed for us to get too worked up at the thought of putting our hands on any of these, they're worth noting nonetheless. Now, the popular rumor says that since these puppies have shown up with rebates, they're in the pipeline for delivery next week. While we're hoping that's true, we're not betting on it. Cingular has a reputation for placing rebates on phones ages before their retail availability -- heck, it's not even unheard of for rebates to expire before the phone even drops. So if next week comes and goes and one, two, or all three of these handsets are nowhere to be found, just remember: a pessimist is never disappointed.

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Star Trek, hw6900 series coming to Cingular next week? originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 02 Aug 2006 15:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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