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Cyber Monday Twitter Party!

Chelsea Osoling — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 01:27:58 +0000

You’re Invited! Join CowBoom on Twitter for our Cyber Monday Twitter Party. We’ll be playing a game of Internet Trivia for a chance to win great prizes! We hope to see you there

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Insignia, Rocketfish & Dynex, Oh My!

Chelsea Osoling — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 22:28:17 +0000

When shopping on CowBoom you’ll notice we carry brands that you can’t find anywhere else except Best Buy. Rocketfish, Dynex and Insignia are exclusive to Best Buy and come with some benefits that are worth mentioning.

Save Some Moo-La: Paying less doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice quality and this is true when it comes to the money you’ll save when you purchase these brands.
Vast Selection:There is nothing worse than knowing you have missed a good deal. Luckily, CowBoom always has a plentiful stock of items to choose from these exclusive brands.
Free Shipping: In addition to the savings you get when purchasing these items compared to their name brand counterparts, you will also save money on shipping! CowBoom offers free shipping on these brands, everyday.

Check out these deals and start saving today!

$479.99 Insignia 42″ Flat Panel LED HDTV

$8.98 Rocketfish 4GB USB Flash Drive

$207.99 Dynex 22in Flat Panel HDTV w/ DVD Combo

CowBoom Update – Spring 2011

Chelsea Osoling — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:33:31 +0000

Hey CowBoomers!

With the chill of winter leaving us and spring in the air, it seems like a good time to update you on some of the great things we’re working on here at CowBoom.

Combined Shipping Discounts – We’ve just released the capability for you to save on shipping costs when you’re ordering more than one item. While it’s certainly not rocket science, it’s only fair that you save money on shipping when ordering multiple items.
Deal Talk – Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter! In addition to getting real-time updates on our special deals, you have access to winning great prizes through our giveaways and contests! We love sharing ideas and hearing from you.
QR Codes – Keep your eyes on CowBoom & CowBoom Mobile for QR codes! What are these codes you ask? Well simply put, they’re bar codes that you can scan with your phone to get more information on something. You’ve probably seen these on the price tags in our Best Buy retail stores.

Here’s an example:

You’re at your desk looking at the CowBoom Deal of the Day and it’s a smokin’ deal you want to share with Facebook friends, twitter followers, or someone via text message.
Simply grab your phone, start up a bar code reader app such as RedLaser and scan the code shown on the page.
Viola! You’ll now have the URL and the title information in your phone for easy sharing.

What’s Next?

A ton of new and exciting products at ridiculously great prices, that’s what! Keep an eye out for great new gaming systems, smart phones, portable computing and more. As always, we are constantly taking your feedback and looking for new and exciting ways to pass on great savings to you. Post a comment below or join us on Facebook and Twitter.

Is CowBoom Legit?

CowBoom — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:00:02 +0000

Being a relatively new company on the scene, we see a lot of searches asking “is CowBoom legit” or “is CowBoom a legitimate site” – so we thought we’d take the bull by the horns and tell you what CowBoom is all about.

What is CowBoom?

CowBoom offers deals on brand-name new, pre-owned and refurbished electronics and more. CowBoom is a Best Buy Company that acts as Best Buy’s liquidation center. We test and certify our products plus offer a 30-day money back guarantee. We are committed to quality customer care and have a growing team that is working hard to get you the best deals and a great shopping experience.

Where is CowBoom?

CowBoom is headquartered in Orange County, CA. Our combined warehouse space is over 1 million square feet and still growing!

What is CowBoom doing next?

CowBoom is all about continual improvements. That means we’re taking your direct feedback in order to constantly enhance the shopping experience. Some recent improvements that we’ve made include free shipping offers, customer ratings and reviews and a new checkout process for a smooth and seamless transaction. We’re working on some other things right now – like warranties, a mobile site and some other secrets in the sauce. We can’t tell you everything!

Why is CowBoom?

Someone’s gotta serve up those daily deals at crazy low prices! Best Buy’s inventory doesn’t always sell out completely, and when that happens, it’s sent to us. We can afford to offer it at a lower price as this isn’t its first time at the rodeo. If you’re looking for an easy way to go “green”, CowBoom’s got you covered. We sell several pre-owned or gently used electronics. Why contribute to unnecessary waste when you can get practically the same thing for a fraction of the cost? If you’re still wary about buying used, keep in mind that all CowBoom products are fully backed by our 30 day guaranteed return policy! Great deals, no bull! That’s why it’s CowBoom!

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Electric Cars: The New Green Machine

CowBoom — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 12:00:15 +0000

Did you know that every time you start your car it takes approximately 5 minutes to heat up? This is important because gasoline engines are dirtiest when they’re first started and that dirt is flowing freely from your exhaust pipe directly into our atmosphere. Approximately 63% of car trips travel 6 miles or less according to a recent study conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Public Roads. Every time we take our cars out for a coffee break or a quick errand we are clogging our environment with unnecessary pollution. So what’s the solution? Well there’s a few. We can choose to walk when we can, cycle when possible and most importantly, consider electric vehicles a serious part of our future. Best Buy is taking great strides to make electric vehicles available to the public and has recently started carrying electric bikes and scooters in select U.S. stores as well as online. While still in their infancy, electric vehicles have come a long way since they were first introduced many years ago. These vehicles can be charged using the standard 110 volt outlet, (the same outlet you plug your coffee maker in) and can travel up to 15 to 20 mph and range between 10 to 20 miles on a single charge. This is a perfect solution for errand goers and daily urban life. It may seem a bit “out there” now, but in order to preserve our environment, an open mind is necessary and this is definitely a direction we need to drive in! Now, it’s your turn!

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The Future of Streaming

CowBoom — Wed, 26 May 2010 12:00:41 +0000

The success of NetFlix has transformed the way many of us rent movies. As traditional movie rental companies such as Blockbuster continue to decline there’s even more competition in the forecast with the onset of streaming video rentals. Companies such as Apple, Amazon, Walmart and now Best Buy among others are quickly getting into the game. So what does this mean for you? Check out our quick breakdown of the features and prices of each as well as a benefit that may make the difference for you. Also, take our streaming poll!

CinemaNow (Best Buy) – The latest to join the pack, Best Buy offers HD streaming video currently for PC users only as well as through internet connected LG TV’s + Blu-Ray players, Xbox among others. Costs: $1.99 for TV episodes and $2.99 for regular movies and $3.99 for new releases as well as the ability to purchase movies anywhere from $9.95 to $19.99. Cool Factor: Ability to integrate all media components via Windows 7 Media Center instead of piecing together the good parts of Net Flix, Hulu and an Apple TV without space constraints through one unique interface.

NetFlix - HD Streaming available for both Mac and PC users as well as a plethora of other devices including gaming consoles, streaming players, internet connected TV’s + blu-ray players, DVR’s and more. Costs: Cheapest Plan: $4.99 / month for traditional DVD rental, (1) DVD out a time + 2 hours of streaming video. Best Deal: $8.99 /month includes traditional DVD rental, (1) DVD out a a time + unlimited streaming video. Cool Factor: Most already have a Netflix account and for $8.99 a month unlimited streaming, is an awesome deal! Plus they have an app for both the iPhone and iPad!
Apple iTunes - Available for both Mac and PC Users, HD Streaming is available for the iPad and Apple TV. Costs: $2.99 for regular movies and $3.99 for new releases + $1 for HD and purchase movies from $9.99 for older movies and $14.99 for new releases. Apple TV $229 + Apple iPad starts at $499. Cool Factor: Use your iPhone as your remote with a free app!
Amazon OnDemand Video - HD Streaming available for both Mac and PC users. Several devices can be used to access the service including gaming consoles, internet connected TV’s, Blu-Ray Players, DVR’s including TiVo and Roku and more. Cost: $2.99 for regular movies and $3.99 for new releases. TV: $1.99 per episode or buy an entire season for approximately $35. Cool Factor: Amazon’s “unboxed” feature allows you to watch movies when you’re not connected to the internet, this is very handy for constant travelers who don’t want to shell out additional dollars for WiFi!
Vudu (Recently purchased by Walmart) – Streaming HD available through an internet connected HDTV or Blu-Ray player. Costs: $2.99 for regular movies + $3.99 for new releases (more $ for HD, maximum is $6 a movie). Cool Factor(s): More HD titles to choose from (currently over 2,000!) + Free OnDemand Television!
You Tube – That’s right, YouTube is now in the rental business! Costs: TV episodes and movies are available for rent between $0.99 to $3.99 through Google Checkout. The content is diverse including SunDance films, documentaries, Bollywood and Anime. Downside: There is currently no easy way to transport the content to a mobile device or TV, so grab your laptop and enjoy the show.
Hulu – This awesome free streaming service allows you access on any computer and is available with an internet connected TV. A wide variety of your favorite TV shows and movies are available. Hulu is free because its ad supported so be prepared to see a few advertisements, although mostly cleverly hidden and a simplistic interface make this a great way to view what you’re into especially when on a budget! If your TV isn’t internet ready grab your laptop and enjoy the show!

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Making the World a Better Place, One Geek at a Time!

CowBoom — Fri, 21 May 2010 11:45:46 +0000

It’s easy to get caught up in the mindset that we don’t have enough time to contribute the way we would if our schedules were more open. It’s time to remind ourselves that small actions ultimately create big movements. We can all lend a helping hand which can amount to a generous outreach in the long run. Take a cue from Best Buy who recently hosted a Wii Tournament to raise money for child abuse in Rhode Island. The best way to help others is to share your passion with them. If you are hands on and enjoy building things, then an organization such as Habitat for Humanity would be a good cause to devote your time. If you’re a gadget lover, getting involved with an organization focused on technology and electronics would naturally be a good fit. It doesn’t take much if we all contribute! Check out these technology focused volunteer organizations to lend a helping hand.

Geek Corps – Promoting stability and prosperity in the developing world through information and communications technology.
SuperGeek – Serve people with disabilities by helping provide them with free and low cost technical services.
Volunteer Abroad – See the world in a new way while contributing your passion and skills to a new culture and country.
Crisis Commons – Created to unite communities seeking common ground and cultivate innovation in the use of technology for mobility and efficiency during crisis.
Universal Giving – Helps people give and volunteer with top-performing, vetted projects all over the world.

Have you volunteered lately? What organization have you worked with in the past or currently?

Enter to Win a $25 Best Buy Gift Card! (5-15)

CowBoom — Sat, 15 May 2010 12:00:55 +0000

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Enter to Win a $25 Best Buy Gift Card! (5-2)

CowBoom — Sun, 02 May 2010 12:00:26 +0000

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Enter to Win a $25 Best Buy Gift Card! (4-29)

CowBoom — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 12:00:03 +0000

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