Great news for college students (and perhaps not so great news for parents): Microsoft announced today that it will offer a free Xbox 360 with 4 gigabytes of storage (a $199 value) to any student who purchases a Windows 7 computer for $699 or more.
It?s a smooth move for Microsoft, since it gets Xbox 360s into even more dorm rooms, gives students one more reason to go with a Windows PC instead of a Mac, and is a great way to get rid of its low-end Xbox 360 stock (the 4GB unit doesn?t come with a hard drive).
Even better, Microsoft is allowing students to purchase any Windows 7 PC over $699 ? though it recommends a few specific models like the sexy Samsung Series 9 ultraportable.
Apple has offered students similar deals in the past by offering them a free iPod Touch. But by offering students a free Xbox 360, Microsoft will also ensure that it has a presence on their televisions. At this point, the Xbox 360 is more than just a game console ? it?s an entertainment centerpiece thanks to its support for Netflix, Last.FM, and Microsoft?s Zune Market.
Students can take advantage of the deal by purchasing a PC in online stores including Dell, HP and Microsoft?s with their .edu school email address. Additionally, students can bring their school ID to Best Buy or a Microsoft Store to purchase their computers in person.
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Source: http://venturebeat.com/2011/05/19/free-xbox-360-windows-7-pc/
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