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Google Play Store gift cards headed to Canada

By Cory Gunther
on 21 Mar, 2013

For those Android loving users up in Canada that have been hoping to be able to use Google's Play Store gift cards, we have some good news. After Google initially launched the service in the US only, it's slowly making its way to other regions around the globe. Earlier this month they launched Gift cards for the UK, and we're hearing Canada is next.

Motorola entices buyers with free $50 Play Store gift card

By Cory Gunther
on 21 Feb, 2013

Starting today and going until March 4th, those who opt to purchase one of the many different smartphones currently available from the guys at Motorola will get a nice little gift in return. For eligible smartphones, after purchase users will get a free $50 gift card for the Google Play Store. With many new smartphones on the horizon it appears that Motorola is trying to steal a few more sales real quick.

Facebook introduces ‘gift cards’ for sending a gift offline too

By Cory Gunther
on 31 Jan, 2013

Today we've learned that the folks from Facebook and good old Zuck have begin rolling out a brand new service. What service is that you ask? The official Facebook Gift Card. Yup, you'll now be able to enjoy those birthday or rare occasions even with your online friends by sending them a gift card of your choice. The concept and system in which these work is actually quite interesting so read on below.

Secret Santa visits SlashGear with a Nexus 7 Giveaway

By Cory Gunther
on 18 Dec, 2012

Tis the season! With plenty of holiday cheer to go around our good friend Santa has arrived a bit early to offer up a few Nexus 7 3G tablets to a few lucky readers. For those interested in getting their own little gift from none other than Secret Santa, head to our sister site SlashGear for their Nexus 7 Holiday Giveaway!

Google Play Store now allows users to add funds from the web

By Cory Gunther
on 17 Oct, 2012

It seems like only yesterday we were talking about Google Play gift cards, which honestly are still quite hard to come by. Today however we have a brand new way for users to upload money to their Google Play Store account with a new "Buy Google Play Credit" system right from the web store.

Play Store update finally adds gift card options – redeem them now [Download]

By Cory Gunther
on 22 Aug, 2012

After getting a few tips that Google had finally pushed full support for gift cards to the Play Store this evening we gave it a try and sure enough the options are finally live. For those that were able to pick up a gift card to the Google Play Store last week at Target or other locations the "Redeem" option is available starting today.

Google confirms Play Store gift cards with official web page

By Cory Gunther
on 21 Aug, 2012

Google has officially outed the fact that they'll be bringing Google Play Store gift cards to the market. We knew this was coming and have seen countless confirmations and tips suggesting they were coming, but now it's official. Google hasn't confirmed the details yet, but an official Play Store Gift Cards page just went live.

Google Play Store gift cards selling early, could launch in 2 weeks

By Cory Gunther
on 17 Aug, 2012

It was recently unveiled that Google is bringing the much awaited feature of gift cards to their Play Store. Now that they offer a wide variety of apps, music, movies, books, magazines and more this only makes sense. To better compete with the likes of iTunes they've finally integrated gift card support into the Google Play Store, only it isn't available yet.

Google Play gift cards coming soon – Get ready for Christmas

By Cory Gunther
on 16 Aug, 2012

Move over iTunes, Google Play is getting gift cards too. Late last night Google started rolling out their new Google Play Store to smartphones and tablets everywhere, and users quickly noticed that hiding beneath the pretty user interface was proof that we will soon have gift cards and even wishlist options in the Play Store. This is something iTunes has had for years, and I've been dying to see on Android.

Amazon offering $50 gift card with a new Verizon phone purchase

By Cory Gunther
on 16 Sep, 2011

Everyone loves a good deal or some extra cash right? Amazon Wireless is offering a $50 dollar Amazon gift card to those purchasing a new Verizon phone and sign a 2-year agreement. For those that have been waiting for a good deal or the Bionic to finally land now is the perfect moment to snag one thanks to Amazon.