Category Archives: Gaming

30% of US Homes Have an Internet Connected Video Device

Posted on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 by MegaZone

I found this surprising at first, but reading the numbers it does make sense. 30% of US households have an Internet connected device capable of handling video for their TV. The most common device is, not too surprisingly, a game … Continue reading →

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Deals on Games at Amazon – Brink for $19.99 & Buy One, Get One 40% Off

Posted on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 by MegaZone

Amazon is running a couple of promotions on video games. First up, the shooter Brink is just $19.99 for your choice of PS3, Xbox 360, or PC versions. That’s 67% off the $59.99 MSRP for the consoles, and 60% off … Continue reading →

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Roku’s New Boxes Highlight Where TiVo is Failing in OTT Content

Posted on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 by MegaZone

I’m a big fan of TiVo, that’s no secret. I think that TiVo is the best DVR available today, and I don’t hesitate to recommend it. But don’t for a minute think that means I believe they’re perfect and don’t … Continue reading →

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Are you an Amazon Student member? Need a new PC? Have a free Xbox 360!

Posted on Thursday, July 21, 2011 by MegaZone

Now through September 3, 2011, if you’re an Amazon Student member and you buy a selected PC from Amazon you’ll receive a free 4GB XBox 360. This sounds like a good deal for those looking for back-to-school hardware, and there … Continue reading →

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Buy a Nintendo 3DS, Get $25 in Amazon Credit

Posted on Thursday, July 21, 2011 by MegaZone

Short but sweet, Amazon is running a promotion – buy a Nintendo 3DS, currently $249.99, and get a $25 Amazon store credit. So it is like getting 10% back.

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