The large retailer Best Buy has announced that it has stocked up on Digital TV converter boxes that are compatible with the US government’s rebate program for the boxes.
Last month, the Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) began offering a $40 USD rebate off the purchase price of $59.99 USD for the box. It is important to note that the box will only be required for TV owners that do not have cable or satellite service. To qualify for the rebate, any consumer must simply apply for it via NTIA’s web site.
In October, the retailer pulled analog TVs and analog tuner products from its shelves, being the first company to do so. The retailer also said it will be launching a dedicated toll-free number for Best Buy customers to call if they have any inquiries about the transition.
“The DTV transition is an event that is unprecedented in this country, and it will require a coordinated effort by broadcasters, manufacturers, retailers and the government,” electronics chief Mike Vitell said “We take our role as a trusted source of information very seriously.”
Result for: rebate program
Now that it seems that HD DVD’s time is running short, Disney is running a rebate program on a good amount of its Blu-ray titles.
In a few titles, such as ‘The Rock,’ ‘Crimson Tide’ and ‘Con Air’, there is an included insert that offers a $10 USD rebate for consumers who’ve purchased both the standard-def DVD edition and the Blu-ray edition of the same title.
For the rebate to work, buyers must send in both UPC codes, the original insert, as well as a copy of the original receipt before December 31st 2008.
When asked about whether the program would be expanded, Disney said “that the studio does not comment on sales initiatives or strategies.”
