Has Sony got a deal for you if you’ve got a Sony Bravia HDTV that can connect to the internet: Rent Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 30 days early for the low, low price of $24.95. Movie blogger Colin Boyd gushes about the fantastic offer on his site (citing a ZDNet story), Get the Big Picture:
Retail Services
Morning Deals
By 11.12.09
- Travel
- Delta: [In Flight WiFi] Free Wifi on your next Delta flight with coupon code DELTATRYGOGO (good through 12/31/09) (Thanks to catastrophegirl!)
- Liz Claiborne: [Apparel] Liz Claiborne Coupon Code 30% Off Storewide + Free Shipping $50+
- Joe’s New Balance Outlet: [Shoes] Joe’s New Balance Outlet sale: Up to 85% off
- Reebok : [Apparel] 25% Off Entire Purchase w/ Coupon FRIEND + Printable
- Original Penguin : [Apparel] 33% Off All Outerwear and Sweaters + One More Coupon OPG33
- Motorcycle Superstore: [Men’s Apparel] Motorcycle Superstore sale: Up to 80% off
Clothing
Citibank: Transfer $5000 In Debt Onto This Card Or We'll Double Your APR
By 11.12.09
“It’s the increased cost of doing business,” was Citicard’s constant refrain when Kent’s husband called to complain about their latest pre-CARD act adverse action insanity: transfer $5000 in balances from other credit cards to this credit card or we’ll double your interest rate. Listen to Kent’s message left on the new Consumerist hotline and/or read the transcript:
What's Too Much Work For A Price Match?
By 11.11.09
What do you do when you’re unhappy with a transaction and the merchant wants to make things right, but you think their terms are unreasonable? That’s what Raymond wants to know. He tells us that Aldo is willing to price match after sending him a marked down item that he paid full price for online, but thinks they want him to go too far to prove it.
Don't Let Maintenance Fees Ruin Your Automatic Savings Program
By 11.11.09
If you participate in an automatic savings program like Bank of America‘s Keep the Change service, where debit card purchases are rounded up and the difference is deposited into your savings account, keep an eye on maintenance fees. James says he was hit with a $5 charge last month because he hadn’t met the minimum monthly deposit requirement of $25: “It turns out that I wasn’t even accruing $5 worth of change per month, so I was losing more money due to the maintenance fee than I was saving via Keep the Change!”
Block Spam Callers From Your Blackberry With Call Control
By 11.11.09
You can always just not answer your phone, but if a telemarketer calling you on your Blackberry sends you into a rage, you might want to look at Call Control. The app relies on the telemarketer database at everycall.us to screen out known spammers. The free version screens out the top 100 telemarketers; an $8 version uses the entire database and includes updates.
Sony's Ebook Store Prices Too High? Try Shortcovers
By 11.11.09
Michael bought a Sony Pocket Reader last month, but with the exception of $10 bestsellers, he’s finding that other books he wants are priced higher than he’s willing to pay. For example, Tad Friend’s memoir Cheerful Money is $10 on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble, but $17.49 from Sony. Michael wants to know if we have any advice on how to get Sony to lower their prices.
Bank of America Cancels Solo India Traveler's Debit Card, Shrugs
By 11.11.09
Does “Bank of America” actually mean “Bank of America Only”? After pulling another reader’s debit card access back in August even though she had explicitly notified the überbank about her travels, BoA has apparently done it again. Reader Bristol tells us that she has been penniless in India for the last week after the bank’s mysterious computers canceled her debit card.
Morning Deals
By 11.11.09
- Veterans Day Specials (Thanks to John!)
- KrispyKreme: [Donut] Free donut! Today only, at participating locations
- Applebees: [Restaurant] Free meal for Veterans on Veterans Day. See available menu on Applebees promo site.
- Brides Across America: [Wedding Gowns] Free gowns from participating shops on first come, first serve basis, for brides-to-be with deployed fiancés
- Golden Corral: [Restaurant]Free meal for veterans from 5 to 9pm on Monday, November 16th
- MilitaryAvenue.com: [Discounts] List of discounts or freebies offered to veterans
Seriously, Your Mom Still Picks Out Your Underwear?
By 11.11.09
A new poll out from U.K. retailer Debenhams casts a dim light on the personal purchasing habits of the men of that country. According to the poll, British guys typically count on their mums to buy their underwear until they’re 19. After that, they finally catch on and realize they should pick it out on their own, the better to woo young women, who generally start picking out their own “knickers” when they’re about 13. [More]
Target Pays New Jersey $375K To Settle Fraud Charges
By 11.10.09
Target has agreed to pay New Jersey $375,000 to settle charges that it sold baby formula and non-prescription drugs that had expired, and that it charged higher prices on some products than what was displayed on the shelves.
Seriously, Your Mom Still Picks Out Your Underwear?
By 11.10.09
A new poll out from U.K. retailer Debenhams casts a dim light on the personal purchasing habits of the men of that country. According to the poll, British guys typically count on their mums to buy their underwear until they’re 19. After that, they finally catch on and realize they should pick it out on their own, the better to woo young women, who generally start picking out their own “knickers” when they’re about 13.
Walmart Clinic Spotted In The Wild
By 11.10.09
Reader Charles spotted this clinic in his local Walmart in Georgia. He says the local hospital has partnered with the store to offer services right next to the vision center. He sent a snapshot of the prices. It’s strange to see a menu board listing illnesses. Is this a good thing?
Is Bank Of America Of Trying To Skirt The CARD Act With New Annual Fees?
By 11.10.09
In a series of recent posts, WalletBlog has accused Bank of America of breaking the spirit of its “no new fees” promise and of potentially breaking the law next year, after it announced it will introduce annual fees on some existing credit card accounts in 2010.
Which Router Bit Set Would You Buy?
By 11.10.09
While mucking around on Home Depot‘s site, Elliott spotted this juxtaposition of smokin’/non-smokin’ deals. It seems that the prices for the 20-piece router bit set is the same as that of the 10-piecer. He states the obvious:
Morning Deals
By 11.10.09
- Clothing
- Bloomingdale’s: [Apparel] New Bloomingdale’s Coupon Code 20% off + $100 Gift Credit w/ $500 Purchase
- 6pm.com: [Shoes] 6PM Unlisted by Kenneth Cole Men’s Shoes $14.95
- Coldwater Creek : [Apparel] $30 Off $100 Purchase w/ Coupon NKA9439
- Lands’ End: [Men’s Apparel] Lands’ End Men’s Overstocks: Deals from $4 + free shipping
- eBags: [Bags] 25% off 1 Item Tuesday Only
Citibank To Charge Fees On Checking Accounts
By 11.9.09
If you’re a Citibank customer who has one of the bank’s two smaller checking account plans—the ones where the monthly fee is waived as long as you use direct deposit or their online bill payment—then maybe it’s time to consider taking your business elsewhere. Starting in February, anyone with an average balance of less than $1500 will be assessed a monthly $7.50 service fee, reports the New York Post.
Layaway Making A Comeback
By 11.9.09
Sears and Toys R Us are among retailers who have brought back layaway programs to help boost sales, reports Eve Mitchell at the San Jose Mercury News. Not all stores think it’s worth the effort, so you won’t find it at JCPenney, Target, or Walmart. However, if you want to use layaway at retailers that don’t offer it, there are now websites that can help.
