Andre Yoskowitz
4 Feb 2014 19:41
Microsoft, in its quest to get more smartphone owners to switch to Windows Phone and Windows, has started two new promotions.
The first promotion is a standard trade-in offer that will allow consumers to trade in smartphone and tablets for up to $250 in credit. Of course there are restrictions; as you must bring the device to a US or Canadian Microsoft store (there are few). Additionally, you must bring in a full working device with no cracks or water damage, and you must include original accessories. Finally, you must also remove any password protection (this will of course not be a problem if you reformat the device like you are supposed to).
A Microsoft Store employee will determine how much the trade-in value is, and the deal is good through March 2nd.
The second deal is for the popular and cheap Nokia Lumia 520/521, which will come with a full 12-month subscription to Xbox Music for $99 total. The subscription normally costs $100 per year, and the device sells for $65 unlocked on average depending on the retailer/carrier.