Chromecast now comes with a free $6 Google Play movie rental - Google Chromecast

According to the Best Buy and Amazon websites, part of their Black Friday promotions includes getting a $6 Google Play movie rental when one purchases a Google Chromecast. As of right now, the Chromecast is selling for $35 on the Best Buy website, as well as $35 on the Amazon website, but according to "cmendonc2," that price will soon drop to $29.99 on Black Friday! I'm not really sure if this promotion will be offered after Black Friday, but at least for right now you're guaranteed the free movie rental valued at up to $6 when you purchase it from either of these retailers. According to the fine print at the bottom of the "Amazon.com: Google Chromecast Streaming Media Player $6 Google Play Promo Credit Offer" page, this deal is only valid up through December 7th, 2013. I know it's certainly not as exciting as the initial 3 months of free Netflix promotion, but I guess a free $6 movie rental is better than nothing at all! lol
If you go check out the Google Chromecast on the Best Buy website, you'll see the terms for the $6 Google Play movie rental if you click on the Special Offers link titled "Free Google Play Movie Rental: See How"( <----- This link directs you to the same place as going to the Best Buy website and clicking on it there instead.)
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If you go check out the Google Chromecast on the Amazon website, you'll see the terms for the $6 Google Play movie rental if you click on the "Learn more" link. ( <----- This link directs you to the same place as going to the Amazon website and clicking on it there instead.)

For those who want to secure a unit now, this promotion is active in-store at Best Buy, at least here in OR.
If you're after a rootable unit and are near the Tanasbourne (Hillsboro, OR) location, check the right-most row of Chromecasts in the TV/Home Theater (not Magnolia) area - that's where I left the stash that I sorted out from the majority of 3As.

I just bought a Chromecast two days ago and haven't gotten one. How do you get the promo in-store?

It'll ask for your email at checkout. I'm pretty sure it wasn't active on the weekend. I think it went live yesterday (Monday) with the Black Friday preview, or perhaps today (Tuesday).

Pretty weak really. Roku just offered all Roku owners two free movie rentals (up to $12 value) to promote their latest software update.

DJames1 said:
Pretty weak really. Roku just offered all Roku owners two free movie rentals (up to $12 value) to promote their latest software update.
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very nice

ordered it yesterday off amazon.com, got 2 day freeshipping and got the $6 promo code. zero tax on amazon too.

I got my Chromecast yesterday and I didn't get the promo code. I got it at Best Buy. Looked all over my sales slip. Nothing. Guess I missed out.
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I don't see it on the site either. It may have only been active for the "Black Friday preview" or it might simply have been a mistake that was since corrected. Sorry.

Well, it definitely wasn't a mistake.. and both sites indicated that this particular promo would be running up through December 7th. They must be experiencing some kinda glitch or problem with their system. Maybe "Pre-Black Friday" systems overload...lol
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Ordered 4 chromecasts for Christmas gifts from Amazon and got 4 separate $6 credits to my Google play account
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Dammit, if I had only waited two more days before buying one...

In all reality, 6 bucks did not go a long ways for me. Their movie selection wasn't that good and it cost me $6 to watch a semi new release in HD. Definitely not worth it unless you have a promo code.

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If you haven't preordered... $234 for 16GB at JR

JR.com has the 16GB version available for pre order, with free shipping. If you use the code JULY4 you will get an extra $15 off so $234 total for the 16GB version. Pretty good deal!
now you tell us..lol. damn.. is it a reputable site? my total for ordering through Google play was $275. that difference saved could've been the money for the case once it releases. oh well..lmao
Hmmm, I wonder how much it would cost me to ship this to Canada? Cause right now off Google Play + shipping and tax I'm looking at $312 for the 16gb...
Also, can you give us the direct link to the Nexus 7 on their site? I can't seem to find it... under tablet brands I don't see it under ASUS or Google nor does it come up when I search "Nexus 7" or "Nexus Tablet".
I just cancelled my order for the 8GB and bought the 16GB from JR.com. Since I live in NY (damn you tax!) it came out to around $254, but that's still a really good price.
I've only dealt with JR the brick and mortar store in NYC and they seemed pretty good. Like your typical Nobody Beats the Wiz and PC Richards and Sons with a bigger music section. I haven't dealt with their online part yet, but it can't be that bad right? http://www.resellerratings.com/store/J_R_Computers
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Psipherious said:
Hmmm, I wonder how much it would cost me to ship this to Canada? Cause right now off Google Play + shipping and tax I'm looking at $312 for the 16gb...
Also, can you give us the direct link to the Nexus 7 on their site? I can't seem to find it... under tablet brands I don't see it under ASUS or Google nor does it come up when I search "Nexus 7" or "Nexus Tablet".
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http://www.jr.com/asus/pe/ASU_NEXUS...are&SiteID=lw9MynSeamY-qYP5ZcWZzKSq/R/maMCZFg
NVM
demandarin said:
now you tell us..lol. damn.. is it a reputable site? my total for ordering through Google play was $275. that difference saved could've been the money for the case once it releases. oh well..lmao
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It is I ordered my laptop from them about 1 year ago I got it within 1 week and everything was good
This doesn't come with the 25 play store credit does it?
It looks like its gone from their website.
Edit: Durr. Never mind.
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I am not a fan of that company, FWIW.
Yeah it does seem gone now... I put an order in and cancelled my google play preorder. I hope JR does not say it was some sort of mistake and I get hosed.
I would guess the play store ones might ship faster, but a couple days to save $50 is worth it to me.
Play store was $250 + 14 shipping + 20 tax $284
JR 250 -discount = $234
So that is $50, but if it does not have the $25 play store deal, then is $25 better... then again it's going to be shipped to NY then back to CA..
As long as I get it about the same time it's a good deal.
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Yeah it does seem gone now... I put an order in and cancelled my google play preorder. I hope JR does not say it was some sort of mistake and I get hosed.
I would guess the play store ones might ship faster, but a couple days to save $50 is worth it to me.
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Also got it before it disappear, hopefully it went through
Google didn't even know JR.com was selling them or at least the google rep on the phone didn't when I canceled my preorder from the play store.
fenturi said:
Yeah it does seem gone now... I put an order in and cancelled my google play preorder. I hope JR does not say it was some sort of mistake and I get hosed.
I would guess the play store ones might ship faster, but a couple days to save $50 is worth it to me.
Play store was $250 + 14 shipping + 20 tax $284
JR 250 -discount = $234
So that is $50, but if it does not have the $25 play store deal, then is $25 better... then again it's going to be shipped to NY then back to CA..
As long as I get it about the same time it's a good deal.
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Well if it's $234 + tax and no $25 credit then you're paying about the same
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There is already a sticky covering different places to buy the Nexus 7 from, continue all further discussion there.
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Where to buy nexus 7

i need any place to get my nexus 7 on 19/7 on my home in usa
becauase i need that because i fly to thailnad
where to buy?
i dont can to pick up from store!
staples.com has them with free three day shipping. There's a sticky at the top about other stores selling the tablet.
Sams Club had them in stock.
Jacscik said:
Sams Club had them in stock.
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i dont can to pick up from store!
Please don't post additional threads about purchase! :good:
Regarding available purchase should be posted in the thread below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1742076
in the USA there is game stop, staples, office depot, sams club, and adorama.
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i need any place to get my nexus 7 on 19/7 on my home in usa
becauase i need that because i fly to thailnad
where to buy?
i dont can to pick up from store!
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see this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1761566 for the available vendors + possible discount
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in the USA there is game stop, staples, office depot, sams club, and adorama.
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Office Depot is selling them in stores now?
Sweet, I can use my coupon.
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Office Depot is selling them in stores now?
Sweet, I can use my coupon.
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Office Depot is still holding them and won't start selling next week I think. Use the link I posted you can use their free item coupon as well. I got the $15 gas card.
Just fyi, theres a whole thread thats stickied to tell you where people are buying their N7s, rather than cluttering the forums with a new thread
Anyways, Macmall seems to be trending at this moment here: http://slickdeals.net/f/4882390-Nexus-7-w-no-tax-free-shipping-at-Macmall
Gamestop has been preordering these for a couple weeks.
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Try your local Samsclub. I preordered from Google Play and mine has shipped but I got a little over anxious and pulled the trigger on the one at Sams
I just picked up mine from my local sams club. They only had 16gb however.
Picked mine up today at Sam's club...i didn't want to wait on my Google preorder. I'll be giving the other to my gf.
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If you guys don't have a B&M outlet to buy from, try Craigslist.org. You never know & you might get lucky.
Bxsteez said:
Try your local Samsclub. I preordered from Google Play and mine has shipped but I got a little over anxious and pulled the trigger on the one at Sams
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Lol. I did exactly what you did today. Just got the last one from my local Sam's. The pre-order from Google Play is taking too long. I'll probably sell it on eBay once it arrives.
Picked mine up from Office Depot today. Love this thing.
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Lol. I did exactly what you did today. Just got the last one from my local Sam's. The pre-order from Google Play is taking too long. I'll probably sell it on eBay once it arrives.
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Did the exact same Sam's club had 14 of them yesterday.
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morell2 said:
i need any place to get my nexus 7 on 19/7 on my home in usa
becauase i need that because i fly to thailnad
where to buy?
i dont can to pick up from store!
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These guys have a ton of them
Please use the 'not the Play Store' sticky for further discussion.
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Canadian Pre-Orders; Has yours shipped?

I am curious if any Canadian orders have gotten notification of shipping?
I placed my order on July 1st, and have yet to receive any notification. My card has not been charged, other than the pre-auth that was done when I placed the order.
My Pre-order from ncix has not shipped. I might have waited too long to Pre-Order from them.
A friend pre-ordered one from the play store at the beginning of the month and it hasn't shipped either.
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I am curious if any Canadian orders have gotten notification of shipping?
I placed my order on July 1st, and have yet to receive any notification. My card has not been charged, other than the pre-auth that was done when I placed the order.
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I placed my order June 27th around 6pm EST. No charge or any notification yet. I'm hoping something happens tomorrow.
EDIT: I sent an e-mail to the playstore but nothing from them yet.
I placed my order a few days after the announcement and haven't heard a thing. The Android in Canada blog reports that they are expected to ship in "late July".
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There's already a sticky on "Who's Tablet Has Shipped" we don't need another.
I bought mine at memory express on Friday before they sols out a few hours later.
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Pre-ordered from Google July3rd, no update
Ordered from staples online July 6th, no update
Just went to a canada computers yesterday and picked one up instead.
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There's already a sticky on "Who's Tablet Has Shipped" we don't need another.
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True however I wanted to see which Canadian customers have or haven't gotten their orders yet. I know about 15 Canadians that have ordered from the Play store, and I have not seen a single Canadian "pre order" that has been shipped yet.
I wish I had known Memory Express was selling them I was right by there on Friday morning :-\
Ordered on the 2nd through the Play Store. Sent 2 emails to Google so far and have not gotten a reply. Have not received any shipping information or any emails other than the original receipt. As always, Canada is receiving new tech last .
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Ordered on the 2nd through the Play Store. Sent 2 emails to Google so far and have not gotten a reply. Have not received any shipping information or any emails other than the original receipt. As always, Canada is receiving new tech last .
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Ya I decided to order a 16GB through futureshop and sent an email to cancel my 8GB Friday morning, got absolutely no reply. It's almost as if they had Friday off, the support is sort of brutal to be honest.
I placed my order right after the pre order page went up on Google. No change to my shipping status.
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ordered within the 1st hour it was available and no shipping notice yet...frustrating it's available in store but google can't even confirm shipping...
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Purchased on July 5th from the Play Store and have received nothing at all. Expecting an email or new processing information on my Wallet account tomorrow. I am in Ontario right across the boarder from Detroit.
Since I am in the Second wave we should be getting info tomorrow!
Also for the people who were in the 1st wave but didnt get any information tomorrow is our date!
Cant wait to hear back from you guys tomorrow and see what info we got!
I pre oredered mine on the 29th from the play store, hoping for some form of update next week.
There is no need for yet another thread like this - use the stickies.
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Pre-Order Now From Handtec UK !!

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Now You can Pre order Nexus 4 Now From Handtec
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LG/Google Nexus 4 (16GB, SIM Free/Unlocked) £334.80
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Pfft not for that price...Id rather wait 15 hours
334 though ... can prob get it Google play store for 290 including PNP
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Not for that price
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Good damn I want this badly now ... soon to leave my nexus s!
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I dont know what made them think that ppl will buy at that price when its much much cheaper in Google store ufff..
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No mention of when they may have stock either. I'll wait and get it from the Play store thanks.
Yea i think if you live in a country with access to Play store go with it ^_^ and if you live in a country where u cant get it from there you have to go with handtec or clove i think
Actually, considering the price that will be in Belgium, ordering from this website is not that expensive.
Luckly for me, a French friend will order it for me
I beleive this is targeted at people in European countries without the Playstore. Handtec arent new to gray imports, they sold me an Asian/Middle Eastern TyTN II about 4 years ago.
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As mentioned this is more for those who can't get it via Play Store, and anyone outside of the EU can benefit by getting it VAT free.
Just spoke on line chat to Handtec....
Mark says:
Hi, You have the LG/Google Nexus 4 (16GB, SIM Free/Unlocked) listed as available shortly, can you give me a timeline as to exactly what 'shortly' means?
Naomi says:
We are awaiting full confirmation of dates etc from our suppliers, we should have more info later this week
Naomi says:
this will be placed on the web page as soon as we have the information
Mark says:
ok, I know that it's going to be available on google play from the 13, are you likely to have them soon after that?
Naomi says:
we certainly hope to, but currently have no confirmation. I understand Google Play will begin taking orders tomorrow, but they may not ship immediately
Yes, last week they told me they would start shipping the devices in the end of November.
EDIT: I just talked to them once again and this time they told me that the phone most likely will be available for purchase next week. I might actually order it there as it's the cheapest option I could find. (living an EU country with no Play store).
Another option would be to use Forward2me's personal shopper feature and get it shipped from there but it would cost the same as just ordering from Handtec (350 UK pounds)
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Massively overpriced. Play Store is the only way to go if you have any common sense.
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Massively overpriced. Play Store is the only way to go if you have any common sense.
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Not everyone has the play store available to them.
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I placed my order, how long do you think it'll take for them to send it here?
ffs, thinking about ordering it from handtec to denmark, does any1 know any possible problems with that? i saw some ppl complaining about their services :/
You can't now. They closed pre-orders. Only problem I encountered was the fact that shipping address had to be the same as the address and information on the card. Make sure that fits and you'll be fine.
Fuuc, im getting crazy over here, they said 2 weeks ago that last week they would supposedly get a confirmation date from their supplier/LG.
But im waiting, and no date yet..
Starting to loose my mind.
Hopefully sooon. Or i might consider a suicide. Im joking.

[Dissucion] Buying Nexus 4 via Google Play on NON-Supported country & N4 Experience

[Dissucion] Buying Nexus 4 via Google Play on NON-Supported country & N4 Experience
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Hi,
I created this thread to discuss and for people who buy live outiside then the google play support country such as me from M'sia.
We couldn't buy it directly from the Google Play store unless there's a valid us/any country address that supported.
This can ease other user that want/tempting to get one but having no idea on proper method and precaution on doing it.
Nexus 4 are now only available at Google Play : USA,UK,Spain,Germany,France,Japan,Australia & Canada
Anyone whom have experience bringing via post method to unsupported country via any method can post
but always do follow forum rules.
If proper method is proven working will be tagged and quoted to #post2
Anyone whom want to check availability of stocks can always check on : http://www.n4checker.com/
A recommended website for latest update of stocks for N4,N10
We also want to hear all the user buying experience and how to device perform.
(If the N4 Shattered do post a picture & mention how it bricked?)
(we can have special post to let people know the precaution to take for ensure other user doesn't repeat this mishap)
Note
** Keep your disccusion ON-TOPIC **
** Follow XDA forum rules **
** No swearing & rude over other **
** This is not a market place therefore selling thing here is not allowed **
For Buying Method Outside from Google Play.
If you can't access Google Play for Nexus 4
Do use proxy such as hidemyass and copy this link for N4 8GB : https://play.google.com/store/devices/details/Nexus_4_8GB?id=nexus_4_8gb&hl=en
You need valid payment method to continue.
Over M'sia there's people willing to ship with extra changes (Around RM100)
Precaution
Drop & Shattered History
Google is only shipping to billing addresses.
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I tried to buy it in the uk, with 3 different proxies from Denmark (1 paid, Daves proxy and UK hidemyass.com proxy) none of them worked.
I used english creditcard as well as an english address. It failed on transaction.
So you're telling me it is possible to buy it from other countries?
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Google is only shipping to billing addresses.
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This is wrong
Setup my billing address in California around 1 month ago.
After notice that there is an additional tax, i changed the shipping address to Oregon, but forgot to update the billing address also to Oregon.
Ordered from Asia with a VPN to Los Angeles.
Credit Card also from Asia.
Latest update:
Departure Scan by UPS to my mail forwarder
i had this problem too and was willing to try this method.
but now the ones on ebay are becoming a little bit cheaper. i guess by the end of the month/mid January they will be fairly priced
I am in China and use GAE to access Google Play without any problem. I have purchased Nexus 7 and Nexus 4 from Google Play.
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I´m from Nicaragua, I ordered using a vpn, with my debit card. It is already in California at my aunt´s house, and since I´m going there this coming 13 I´ll pick it up myself =)
I asked a friend of mine from Uk to buy me one . No proxy needed . easy XD
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I asked a friend of mine from Uk to buy me one . No proxy needed . easy XD
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In which country do you live?
Any problem to use the phone with local carrier ?
bought from the Dominican Repiblic
hello, I order mine two days ago (29 Jan.) from the Dominican Republic using my Galaxy S3 (because I was at work), I used a TunnelBear free service to access the Play Store (US), and I register my credit card (from my country) in my google Wallet account to pay with it.
I shipped to a carrier's address in Miami, I also put the shipping address as the billing address. I was afraid to get the order cancel but all went well. They sent me emails like normal and the package was deliver today..... Just 2 more days to have it in my hands.
It is possible to buy with a foreign CC (I think), but Google will only ship to an address in the Play store home country. One way to get around this is to have Google ship to a US shipping depot (like this one: http://bluewatershippingdepot.com/) and then have the depot ship to you.

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