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How to Get a Free Playstation 3

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009

How to Get a Free Playstation 3

The PlayStation 3 is a high demand product, a very popular item that was released to the U.S. market in late 2006. Just in time for the holiday rush, the console became especially attractive to EBay resellers and other independent retailers as the consoles flew off the shelves in electronics stores and computer outlets across the country.

The PlayStation 3 went through a heavy marketing campaign from Sony, along with local and national promotions both online and offline. As a result, many people pre-ordered the console and waited with heavy anticipation as the launch date came closer.

During the launch phases, many companies were able to secure a set of PlayStation 3s themselves. Although there were, and are, many limits on how many could be purchased by one party, some people were still able to get a varied selection of consoles ready for resale or giveaways. Some companies obtained them in order to create contests and promotions for their loyal customers.

Although the Playstation 3 has been out now for quite a while you will still see these giveaways as many have to watch their money and find that playing video games is a fairly cheap for of entertainment.

So the giveaways are springing up again so be on the lookout.

Local radio and TV stations have created raffles, lotteries, and prize drawings to win a free PlayStation 3. Especially during the initial launch stages, many local stations featured competitions and contests where the PlayStation 3 was a top prize. Local charity auctions, or silent auctions, have also featured the PlayStation 3 as part of their giveaway and promotions strategy. It’s a good idea to ask local stations and charities when they have events, and look out for the PlayStation 3 as a top prize.

Some websites promote a free PlayStation 3 as part of a promotional and marketing campaign where you sign up for other offers. Some of these offers are free, while others require initial charges that can be cancelled at a later time. Once a series of offers is completed and submitted, the company promises to deliver a free PlayStation 3 for the efforts. A few of them also add a competition or contest to qualify you in a drawing or raffle along the way.

In either case, it’s important to follow up and sign up for the offers you have interest in. It’s also important to read all the guidelines carefully so that you do qualify for the free PlayStation 3 when it’s all over as most of these so called “Free” Playstation offers are not really free and are basically just rip-offs. I personally stay away from these offers.

Some companies such as car dealerships, luxury vacation packages, and other high-ticket item sellers might package a free PlayStation 3 console along with the sale. It’s a good idea to find out all the details of the promotion, but there is a chance that you can get a free PlayStation 3 when you sign the lease for your new car or luxury home!

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Mafia II (Playstation 3, 2010)
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How PlayStation 3 Has Become A Giant in the Industry

Tuesday, February 24th, 2009

The launch of the high demand PlayStation 3 in U.S. markets began in late 2004, but the actual product release hit retail shelves on November 11, 2006. Millions of PlayStation fans from around the country counted down the days to the launch date, armed with their pre-registration cards and other proof that showing they were in the running for the highly prized console.

The PlayStation 3 has quickly gained media and public recognition with its promotions and heavy marketing campaigns within the video game market. Sony has captured their fans and customer base through a series of quality products and games, and continues to do so with the PlayStation 3. The PlayStation 3 is preceded by the PlayStation and PlayStation 2, and is in direct competition with Microsoft’s Xbox 2 and Nintendo Wii at this time.

Still, it continues to be a giant in the industry for a variety of reasons. After just two weeks of the market launch, the prices online almost doubled to quickly become one of the most highly-coveted items of the year. This in itself shows promise of a strong market leader because of the consumer-driven demand.

Marketing the PlayStation 3 to different markets in creative ways was a successful strategy for Sony. Launching the console with a pre-ordering option allowed the PlayStation 3 to quickly dominate the competitive market. Millions of Sony fans already anticipated a popular product, and only a few thousand were manufactured which in turn increased its value and overall appeal. Local and national promotions, giveaways, contests, and partnering with strategic business partners were all successful tactics in increasing customer interest and continue growing its fan base.

PlayStation 3 offers unique games and a highly attractive console design. It appeals to a large market and households, and offers unique features that include wireless internet access and controllers, the ability to network with friends online, and being able to watch movies, videos, and listen to music conveniently in one place. It is compatible with other consoles, and is easily portable.

The console has become a giant in the industry because of its large customer and fan base, hat was also ready and able to pre-order the console itself well ahead of the public launch. Customer-driven sales of any product are the most profitable, and Sony was able to carry this out effectively with its marketing campaign and customer approach. The company launched a popular product in a ‘hungry’ market, and quickly gained market share because of an effective sales and marketing strategy.