Apply for Sony MC recieve 10,000 points ($100 value) with first purchase

[Lizz__20]

They had this a few months ago, if you apply for the Sony MBNA mastercard by October 15, and have your first spend by December 15 you will get 10,000 sony points, which is good for $100 of Sony merchandise. This can be used on sonystyles.ca, or by sending in a rebate form for a sony purchase made elsewhere. It says it takes 8-10 weeks for the points to credit, but it showed up on my 1st statement after my purchase.

There are 2 ways to do this apply for a new card here:
https://wwwa.applyonlinenow.com/CACCapp/Ctl/entry?sc=cghx&lc=en_CA

or if you already have a card call MBNA, and ask them to split your credit limit to a new card and use offer code CGHX to get the 10,000 points. This is the way I did it so I know it works.

Just a note to redeem the points directly on a sonystyle.ca purchase they need to equeal at leas 50% of the cost of your purchase after taxes, or you will still have to send in the rebate for. I know because I thought I had enough points, but once they added the tax I had less than 50% so I couldn't do an automatic redemption. I called and they verified that I would need to send a redemption form.

[t3359]

Wow... there doesn't seem to be a minimum requirement for this?! So I can purchase something ridiculously cheap to get points worth $100 towards a future purchase?

bjl

[Uber12]

Sounds great, but the web site just says 2,000 points ($20). Where does it say 10,000?

[rEDSpider]

†† This is a one-time offer for new Sony Card credit cardholders, or existing cardholders who qualify for an additional Account. To qualify for this offer, cardholders must use their account for at least one Purchase or Cash Advance (as such capitalized terms are defined in the Account Agreement) transaction. To qualify, your application for the card must be received by October 15, 2009, and the transaction date must occur on or before December 15, 2009. Please allow 8-10 weeks from the first transaction date for the bonus points to be posted to your Sony Points account. Limit one-time 10,000 bonus point offer (no cash value) per new Account. This promotion is offered by MBNA Canada Bank. Inquiries regarding this promotion will not be considered beyond April 30, 2010.

[Lizz__20]

Wow... there doesn't seem to be a minimum requirement for this?! So I can purchase something ridiculously cheap to get points worth $100 towards a future purchase?

No minimum. I bought a strip of bus tickets

bjl

Sounds great, but the web site just says 2,000 points ($20). Where does it say 10,000?

It was in one of the rolling ads, just checked the site and it's still there. The link I gave goes to the application, and it says 10,000 points.

[J-Money]

If I get the card, and buy a PS3, could I just send them that bill to reimburse me the $100?

[The Great Raj!]

I did get my credit card a week ago and in the letter it said that I will get only 2000 points for making first purchase. I called in to cancel and the lady said according to my account I will get 10000 plus 2000 points for making first purchase. It has no annual fees so it doesnt hurt to try.

[bobcat99]

Uh .I don't think, so but you could use the points to get $100 of a PS3 from their website. (A PS3 is 30000 points)

[Frankie3s]

Didn't Sony offer credit cards before and then cancel them? I remember once when I was in the Sony store they had a sign posted saying that they were no longer accepting them.

[cashinstinct]

Sony changed credit card a lot of times, they are now with MBNA.

MBNA/Sony had a similar promo in June 2009, I did take advantage of this (just used my points to purchase a $69.99 game + $24.99 blu-ray remote for PS3)

Few info you need to know:
1) Sony points can be used online at sonystyle.ca, can be used to pay tax on an item (items will still be taxed) and must be used for a least 50% of the purchase price of item as stated in the op (so no go for PS3)

2) I was not able to use Sony points directly (without claim form) in Sony Style store. I was told "no go". YMMV.

3) You can use Sony Style points in any store (Sony authorized dealer) by using your MBNA Sony card to pay and submit a claim form ($3.50 fee, 6-8 weeks delay for reinbursement, $25 minimum purchase): can be worth it if a store has a deal on a Sony item that makes it worth it to pay $3.50 to get it from that store instead of regular-price-all-the-time-Sony-Style. this would permit to use your points on aPS3 purchase (unlike online purchases at Sonystyle.ca with their 50% minimum price paid with points)

4) Delays you can expect:
"To qualify, your application for the card must be received by October 15, 2009, and the transaction date must occur on or before December 15, 2009"

- 2-3 weeks to get the card after you apply
- make your first purchase when you get the card (purchase a pack of gum if you want!)
- 1 month waiting for the statements (points are issued when statement is posted, MBNA says 8 week delay, but in my experience points are posted each month including the bonus).
TOTAL: 1.5-2 months

5) If you already have a MBNA account, you can call MBNA customer service and ask to use $500-$1000 of your current credit limit on one of your cards and do a "split" to get a Sony MBNA card (advantage: no hard credit hit on your credit score, but the Sony Card will still appear in the list of accounts). Specify priority code cghx and confirm with the rep you want 10,000 points (stated in the op, but emphasized, the rep will not do it for you if you don't guide him/her

Therefore, applying now should allow you to use your points about end of November if you make purchase in your 1st month with the card.

I plan to cancel my Sony MBNA account and open a new one to use this promo again: nice stuff!!!

[LankyD]

Does canceling the credit card affect your credit score? Thanks.

[cashinstinct]

Does canceling the credit card affect your credit score? Thanks.

1) Applying to the card (if you do not have already a MBNA card and use the "split a credit card limit into a new card method" I described in my post) shall reduce your score because of a hard credit hit.

2) Cancelling the card in 2-3 months (after using your points) should increase your score because it will increase the average age of your accounts (your average age will go up when you get rid of a new account).

Total effect: ? (depends,exact formula to calculate score is unknown).

If you do not need a mortgage renewal/negotiation soon, I think $100 is worth to have a small hit on your credit score (and almost no hit if you already have MBNA product).

Credit score is not that important, great promos are there to be used!

[musashinoo]

seems like a good deal...:cheesygri

[markj]

seems pretty good esp if you already have a mbna account...

this means you could get a psp go for $150 plus 3.50/taxes

[Jungle]

Good job OP, I really like this deal. I want to get a PS3 Slim, is this the best way?

1. I get another MBNA card split and sent to me in the mail.
2. Arrives in mail, buy pack of gum at SonyStore.
3. Wait for end of month statement, 10,000 sony points will be on statement
4. Purchase PS3 at Sonystore.
5. Send in rebate forms to MBNA
6. Get $100 off statement??

[cashinstinct]

Comments about your plan Jungle:
1) exact
2) you can buy anything at any store, not only Sony Style store
3) exact
4-5) you can purchase your PS3 in other stores than Sony Style, by using only the MBNA Sony card (better call MBNA to make sure what is their Sony authorized dealer definition, you could take advantage of a deal somewhere (FS/BB/EB fore xample) if a deal happens in 1-2 months)
6) yes, MBNA shall credit the $100 on your account 6-8 weeks after you submit your claim form.

[Jungle]

Ok, so I called MBNA, only to be put on hold for a total of 25 minutes, due to "high caller volume."(lack of staffing IMO)

A lady answered and aske me if I had a sony points account number? She was not sure if I needone first, before she sends the new card out.

Long story short, she put me on hold for another 10 minutes and I hung up as I had to go. I'll call back later.

Can anyone clarifiy if you need an account with Sonystore first for these points?

[cashinstinct]

You got a bad rep. No need for prior Sony account

[Arkv]

I haven't ever had an MBNA MC before, but if I apply for this Sony one, can I split the credit limit on it to a new MBNA Smart Cash MC?

[Jungle]

I haven't ever had an MBNA MC before, but if I apply for this Sony one, can I split the credit limit on it to a new MBNA Smart Cash MC?

Yes, you can split it.

I just got off the phone and had this card (Sony MC) split from my SPG card (which is being phased out anyway in 2010).

CSR said it should receive it in 7-10 days. I forgot to ask who "authorized sony retailers" are. If anyone phones, ask and chime back in!

Thanks for the deal OP.

[Arrgh]

SPG card (which is being phased out anyway in 2010).

I also have the SPG MC from MBNA. Do you have details about this being phased out?

[Lizz__20]

I also have the SPG MC from MBNA. Do you have details about this being phased out?

This is the thread on it here (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/mbna-starwood-preferred-guest-spg-mastercard-thread-discontinued-543824/). Some info in the OP, discussion about it in the last few pages. Or here is the link (http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/starwood-preferred-guest/990229-mbna-starwood-mastercard-no-more-points-can-earned-thru-feb-28-2010-a-7.html) to the discussion on flyertalk

[skewpar]

What number did you guys call? They were saying I can't split my card and use the promotion as its for new customers only?

[Jon Lai]

Hey guys, definitely interested to go for this promo. I only have $1500 credit on my Smart Cash right now though. Is it better to just increase the limit and then split to this card, or just apply for the card directly? I'm not planning to get a mortgage or line of credit anytime soon.

Also, are we allowed to transfer Sony points between accounts? If that's possible, and if both me and my parents each get one, there's my free PS3 :)

Lastly, does SonyStyle.ca charge shipping?

[Jon Lai]

†† This is a one-time offer for new Sony Card credit cardholders, or existing cardholders who qualify for an additional Account. To qualify for this offer, cardholders must use their account for at least one Purchase or Cash Advance (as such capitalized terms are defined in the Account Agreement) transaction. To qualify, your application for the card must be received by October 15, 2009, and the transaction date must occur on or before December 15, 2009. Please allow 8-10 weeks from the first transaction date for the bonus points to be posted to your Sony Points account. Limit one-time 10,000 bonus point offer (no cash value) per new Account. This promotion is offered by MBNA Canada Bank. Inquiries regarding this promotion will not be considered beyond April 30, 2010.

I just noticed if you click on LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SONY CARD instead of clicking on the "10000 bonus points link", you'll get the same clause here except with the dates of the previous promotion (june/july)... Guess MBNA forgot to change the dates?

[napoleon1769]

Does it have to be a Sony card or can it also be MBNA? I don't know what happened to my Sony card lol.

[Snowy]

Are the points calculated from your balance on this card?

Deviously you do have 30 to 90 day returns at most vendors :lol:
Just to point out

[firebelly]

ok,
had the sony mbna card split into two,

now when i activate should i be able to get 10,000 after using it or do i have to do something else, i mean do i have to ask the rep when activating the card regarding the promotion?

[Jon Lai]

Hey guys, definitely interested to go for this promo. I only have $1500 credit on my Smart Cash right now though. Is it better to just increase the limit and then split to this card, or just apply for the card directly? I'm not planning to get a mortgage or line of credit anytime soon.

Also, are we allowed to transfer Sony points between accounts? If that's possible, and if both me and my parents each get one, there's my free PS3 :)

Lastly, does SonyStyle.ca charge shipping?

:arrowu:

[highflying10]

Also, are we allowed to transfer Sony points between accounts? If that's possible, and if both me and my parents each get one, there's my free PS3 :)



i called and spoke to customer service today and they said they could not transfer points from one card to another. can anyone else find a way around this?

[darklord700]

3) You can use Sony Style points in any store (Sony authorized dealer) by using your MBNA Sony card to pay and submit a claim form ($3.50 fee, 6-8 weeks delay for reinbursement, $25 minimum purchase): can be worth it if a store has a deal on a Sony item that makes it worth it to pay $3.50 to get it from that store instead of regular-price-all-the-time-Sony-Style. this would permit to use your points on aPS3 purchase (unlike online purchases at Sonystyle.ca with their 50% minimum price paid with points)

[/B]

So you would buy a Sony product like PS3 game in FS, BB or Walmart, then submit the claim to Sony and get the purchase price back if it is under $100?

[Jon Lai]

So you would buy a Sony product like PS3 game in FS, BB or Walmart, then submit the claim to Sony and get the purchase price back if it is under $100?

Why under? Could be over too!

[darklord700]

Why under? Could be over too!

I see so only $100 will be deducted for 10,000 Sony points. What are Sony authorized stores? Are they the big name stores like WM, FS, BB or just the Sony Style stores?

[Jon Lai]

Alright, I just applied online. I figured it's less work than splitting credit and I'm still young so I can afford a little hit on my score.

Hope I can claim the credit at HDTV and Electronics! Plan to get my PS3 there :)

[Jungle]

What number did you guys call? They were saying I can't split my card and use the promotion as its for new customers only?

I'm an existing customer and I called 1-888-876-6262. Try another Rep. I had to call twice. MBNA is famous for their misinformation and lack of knowledge.

[Jungle]

Does it have to be a Sony card or can it also be MBNA? I don't know what happened to my Sony card lol.

Sony MC=MBNA. MBNA= Sony MC. It's two companies on one card.

[Jungle]

Are the points calculated from your balance on this card?

Deviously you do have 30 to 90 day returns at most vendors :lol:
Just to point out

Points are give two ways:

No, points are calculated by new purchases on the card. For example, you can not earn points from balance transfers or convenience cheques on this card. Must be new purchases.

[Jungle]

ok,
had the sony mbna card split into two,

now when i activate should i be able to get 10,000 after using it or do i have to do something else, i mean do i have to ask the rep when activating the card regarding the promotion?

No, when you activate the card with that number on the sticker, it's only for them to transfer your call so they can up-sell you on useless insurance features that cost extra money. Always say no when they sell you that crap, then tell them to never phone you trying to re-sell it again.

[Jungle]

So you would buy a Sony product like PS3 game in FS, BB or Walmart, then submit the claim to Sony and get the purchase price back if it is under $100?

Well, at this point in the thread, the only "authorized store" that can be confirmed, is Sonystore or Sonystyle.

And the claim form is submitted to MBNA, not Sony. Here is the link for the claim form.

http://www.sonystyle.ca/view/SonyCard/PurchaseCreditForm_rev3.pdf

[antonywoo]

I already have Sony MC with MBNA....so how can i still get this deal? Split doesn't seem to work as it's already a sony card.

[Jon Lai]

I already have Sony MC with MBNA....so how can i still get this deal? Split doesn't seem to work as it's already a sony card.

You'll have to get a NEW card.

[Jon Lai]

No, when you activate the card with that number on the sticker, it's only for them to transfer your call so they can up-sell you on useless insurance features that cost extra money. Always say no when they sell you that crap, then tell them to never phone you trying to re-sell it again.

Actually MBNA's the only bank that hasn't sold me anything when I went to activate my card. Phone call only took 2 minutes, best activation process I evr went through. BMO and CIBC both sold me crap.

[firebelly]

probably i it didn't came out as i intended
I meant to say do I have to ask them with the code that someone posted here or is it that I will be able to get the point no matter what when i use the card for the first time :)

No, when you activate the card with that number on the sticker, it's only for them to transfer your call so they can up-sell you on useless insurance features that cost extra money. Always say no when they sell you that crap, then tell them to never phone you trying to re-sell it again.

[markj]

Actually MBNA's the only bank that hasn't sold me anything when I went to activate my card. Phone call only took 2 minutes, best activation process I evr went through. BMO and CIBC both sold me crap.

just wait they will call and try to sell you stuff

[Jon Lai]

just wait they will call and try to sell you stuff

I have a Smart Cash with them for 4 months now, haven't sold me anything.

[psweitzer]

Well thanks OP... I went ahead and did a redistribution...

The rep was only going for the 2000 points and really took some hand holding and the priority code you listed for him to find the 10,000 point offer...

Here's hoping! For $199 I'll be alllll over a nice new slim PS3!!! :twisted:

[patman77]

Ive had a Sony card with MBNA for a few years, its a decent points program and they've never called to harrass me or sell me crap, so I'm happy to give them my business.

i can confirm that purchases made at FS and BB are valid for redemption.

as long as you purchase sony products, you can claim your credit using the mail in form, i bought an 80GB MGS4 PS3 bundle from best buy, and a Sony MP3 player from FS and used the Form to be refunded for both.

[iheartpepsi]

Will they for sure deny your application if you make under $35k?

[Jungle]

probably i it didn't came out as i intended
I meant to say do I have to ask them with the code that someone posted here or is it that I will be able to get the point no matter what when i use the card for the first time :)

Tell them the priority code that's posted when you apply and confirm it's for 10,000 points (because the regular promo is 2,000 points, you don't want this one). They will fish for this promo code and apply it to your new card. If you don't speak up when you apply, you're card will not be on any promotion.

[Jungle]

Will they for sure deny your application if you make under $35k?


From what I have read on this forum, people have inflated thier income when asked by MBNA. They are probably more concerned with your credit history and actvie ability to pay.

[Jon Lai]

Will they for sure deny your application if you make under $35k?

The income does not apply to students.

Otherwise, $35K isn't much for someone who's graduated...

[iheartpepsi]

The income does not apply to students.

Otherwise, $35K isn't much for someone who's graduated...

I'm not a student.

And,
$35000/52= $673/wk
$673/5days work week/8 hour work day = $16.82/h

Yeah, not much at all for a single person :rolleyes:

[Stock R]

I'm not a student.

And,
$35000/52= $673/wk
$673/5days work week/8 hour work day = $16.82/h

Yeah, not much at all for a single person :rolleyes:

Well, it really isn't...but I guess it's good if you find it is.

[firebelly]

so there goes the points as I forgot to mention the code :(

Tell them the priority code that's posted when you apply and confirm it's for 10,000 points (because the regular promo is 2,000 points, you don't want this one). They will fish for this promo code and apply it to your new card. If you don't speak up when you apply, you're card will not be on any promotion.

[psweitzer]

so there goes the points as I forgot to mention the code :(

just do like someone else did and phone and cancel immediately unless they add on the 10000 points promo... Worst they can do is say no!

[firebelly]

unfortunately i did it on friday :(

i may not activate it in this case

[yiujun]

hmm just called int to ask about my applications and was told that they will not give me 3 credit cards. I already have Premier Plus MC, and I had recently applied for a Smart Cash Card as well as this Sony MC lately.

He said I can only choose to have 2. I chose the Smart Cash Card.
I didn't know there would be a limit in the number of CCs you can have with one CC provider. :|

[Lizz__20]

hmm just called int to ask about my applications and was told that they will not give me 3 credit cards. I already have Premier Plus MC, and I had recently applied for a Smart Cash Card as well as this Sony MC lately.

He said I can only choose to have 2. I chose the Smart Cash Card.
I didn't know there would be a limit in the number of CCs you can have with one CC provider. :|

I've seen this mentioned in other threads, but it was usually when someone went over 3, not 2. I have 3 MBNA card - SPG, Smart cash, sony.

[june07]

sweet! i just applied online. thanks OP.

in regards to the online application, after the page where they ask you questions about your credit bureau ie: the card ending XXXX, which institution do you have it with?

is that the last page? i walked away after i hit submit, so i could go return my credit card. when i returned, i was on the regular sony retail site.

2nd question, is this bonus 10k in points applicable to other family members in your same household address if they apply to?

thanks,

[yiujun]

I've seen this mentioned in other threads, but it was usually when someone went over 3, not 2. I have 3 MBNA card - SPG, Smart cash, sony.

well, that's dumb. i wonder if it has anything to do with my credit score.

[Jungle]

I'll have four MBNA cards when the sony cards arrives. Call back and try again.

[phillyjim]

It looks like the deal is over as of Oct. 1st. I called and talked to 2 different CSRs, and neither knew what I was talking about, even with the promo code.

The current page, accessed from mbna.ca, makes no mention of the 10,000 points:
https://wwwa.applyonlinenow.com/CACCapp/Ctl/entry?sc=bi3b&lc=en_CA

The page linked to from this thread:
https://wwwa.applyonlinenow.com/CACCapp/Ctl/entry?sc=cghx&lc=en_CA
mentions the 10,000 points, but the links all default to legal disclosures.

So, I guess I'm a day late, and $100 short >:(

[cmoibenlepro]

The page linked to from this thread:
https://wwwa.applyonlinenow.com/CACC...=cghx&lc=en_CA
mentions the 10,000 points, but the links all default to legal disclosures.

When you go to that page, the 10,000 offer is still there...
And if you click on the "Get 10,000 Sony Points after your first qualifying transaction†† " link, it leads to the legal disclosure:
†† This is a one-time offer for new Sony Card credit cardholders, or existing cardholders who qualify for an additional Account. To qualify for this offer, cardholders must use their account for at least one Purchase or Cash Advance (as such capitalized terms are defined in the Account Agreement) transaction. To qualify, your application for the card must be received by October 15, 2009, and the transaction date must occur on or before December 15, 2009.
So you still have 15 days to apply. So, call again! :cheesygri

[markj]

i called and its still available for new applications but they wont let me split credit from my smart cash and still be eligible to get this promo...because of this i just applied online...thanks OP

[phillyjim]

When you go to that page, the 10,000 offer is still there...
And if you click on the "Get 10,000 Sony Points after your first qualifying transaction†† " link, it leads to the legal disclosure:

So you still have 15 days to apply. So, call again! :cheesygri

Thanks, cmoibenlepro!
I applied online to avoid the pain of dealing with any more memo-less CSRs:)
I'll cross my fingers that I get the deal as advertised.

[gewain]

The code for 10,000 points is CGMX. I learned this the hard way. Tried to apply online but some kind of glitch stopped the process before completion. Phoned a few 1-800 #s and got no joy just went round in circles. They found the code and phoned me back. By that time I'd got the online form filled and accepted. I phoned to make sure it had gone through and it had and the card is on its way. Hope it was worth the hassle.

[gewain]

Just gave them another call to find out what authorised dealers they accept and was told anyone who sells Sony products is fine --- BB, FS ,WM etc.
Could anyone tell me, does your first purchase qualify for the points? Can I just go buy a PS3 and get the points taken off the price or do they then go on the card and I send it in to get cash put on the card. Someone mentioned getting a stick of gum as their first purchase and then getting the points. Sorry, as you can tell I'm a bit confused on this.
Thanks

[CSIFan29]

I thought it was CGHX?

[Lizz__20]

Just gave them another call to find out what authorised dealers they accept and was told anyone who sells Sony products is fine --- BB, FS ,WM etc.
Could anyone tell me, does your first purchase qualify for the points? Can I just go buy a PS3 and get the points taken off the price or do they then go on the card and I send it in to get cash put on the card. Someone mentioned getting a stick of gum as their first purchase and then getting the points. Sorry, as you can tell I'm a bit confused on this.
Thanks

If you are going to make a PS3 your 1st purchase you will have to send in a form to get the cash back once your points have posted. However I do not know if you have to have the points available before the purchase. I bought some bus tickets 1st, waited for my 1st statement to show my 10,000 points than bought the ps3, I just have to remember to drop the form in the mail now. This is probable the safest way. It might be fine to have your 1st purchase be the item you want to redeem your points against, but I don't know for sure.

[markj]

isnt the link in the OP the one for the 10,000 points? cghx?

[Lizz__20]

I thought it was CGHX?

It is.


CGMX connects to some ZOOMER card that gives you 1% cash back, plus registration in something called "Best Doctors Services" which apparently helps you and your doctor get a second opinion on medical diagnosis and treatment options. Never heard of this card. This is the link (https://wwwa.applyonlinenow.com/CACCapp/Ctl/entry?sc=cgmx&lc=en_CA) with the incorrect code in case your curious.

[dinesh_zee]

Called in and spoke to 2 different agents. Both said that I can distribute my credit from my existing card to this new sony card, but CANNOT use the offer/priority code. hmm, they say offers are for new applications only and not for credit re-distribution...

any tips?

[Jon Lai]

Called in and spoke to 2 different agents. Both said that I can distribute my credit from my existing card to this new sony card, but CANNOT use the offer/priority code. hmm, they say offers are for new applications only and not for credit re-distribution...

any tips?

Apply online :P

[grantz]

Read them their own terms for the card, clearly states that it's also for existing cardholders who qualify for an additional account...




†† This is a one-time offer for new Sony Card credit cardholders, or existing cardholders who qualify for an additional Account. To qualify for this offer, cardholders must use their account for at least one Purchase or Cash Advance (as such capitalized terms are defined in the Account Agreement) transaction. To qualify, your application for the card must be received by October 15, 2009, and the transaction date must occur on or before December 15, 2009. Please allow 8-10 weeks from the first transaction date for the bonus points to be posted to your Sony Points account. Limit one-time 10,000 bonus point offer (no cash value) per new Account. This promotion is offered by MBNA Canada Bank. Inquiries regarding this promotion will not be considered beyond April 30, 2010.

[madara]

thanks op! i applied for my card last tuesday. read the terms and didn't find anything about restrictions per household. my wife filed for hers. hopefully, we both get 10k points. :)

[skewpar]

Can someone point me to the form for redemption? I can't seem to find this form

[wimpyy]

Can someone point me to the form for redemption? I can't seem to find this form
http://www.sonystyle.ca/view/SonyCard/PurchaseCreditForm_rev3.pdf

[Jungle]

What is the cheapest item in the store that you can purchase? DO they even sell gum?

[cashinstinct]

What is the cheapest item in the store that you can purchase? DO they even sell gum?

In last's promo, you could make a purchase AT ANY store, not forced to go to Sony Style. What makes you think it's Sony Style only?

[fyuno83]

I've been eyeing ebook reader for a long time.
This is perfect for that!
Thanks alot!:cheesygri

[CHEAP_AZZ]

Time to get a PS3!

[mcv20]

i m reading the fine print it said it the application MUST be receivied by Jun 15/09 and transacton date must before July 30/09??? would it be to late now for the 10,000 points :confused:

"To qualify, your application for the card must be received by June 15, 2009, and the transaction date must occur on or before July 30, 2009. Please allow 8-10 weeks from the first transaction date for the bonus points to be posted to your Sony Points account. Limit one-time 10,000 bonus point offer (no cash value) per new Account. This promotion is offered by MBNA Canada Bank."

[bluewish]

I called MBNA on Fri to split my credit from other card and requested the bonus points w/o any problem. The lady asked me for the promotion code and told me to wait for her verifying.

[bluewish]

i m reading the fine print it said it the application MUST be receivied by Jun 15/09 and transacton date must before July 30/09??? would it be to late now for the 10,000 points :confused:

"To qualify, your application for the card must be received by June 15, 2009, and the transaction date must occur on or before July 30, 2009. Please allow 8-10 weeks from the first transaction date for the bonus points to be posted to your Sony Points account. Limit one-time 10,000 bonus point offer (no cash value) per new Account. This promotion is offered by MBNA Canada Bank."

Where did u get this?
Read this: https://wwwa.applyonlinenow.com/CACCapp/Ctl/display?pageid=appdisc#premium

[buluan]

After a long talk (30 min+), finally I got approved for the new Sony card by splitting existing credit line, and got confirmed I am qualified for 10000 Sony points!

Thanks OP.

[ghost80]

For those of you who applied for a new card over the phone (i.e., not splitting an existing card), did they ask for all the info on housing status, monthly payments, employer, years worked, salary, etc. (i.e., all the required info on the online application)?

[Tender]

Just called MBNA and they said it has to be a new application, and cannot split from an existing MBNA card, even after the CSR "confirmed" with his manager.

Guess it all depends on who you speak to. I'll try to call later to see what happens.

[coldpower27]

Just called MBNA and they said it has to be a new application, and cannot split from an existing MBNA card, even after the CSR "confirmed" with his manager.

Guess it all depends on who you speak to. I'll try to call later to see what happens.

Yeah, I got this too, will also try again later.

[Tender]

Ok, called again. This time the CSR was willing to do the application, but said they'll have to do a credit check for any new account, even for existing account holders.

For those who split from your existing MBNA accounts, did you get the credit check? Not that mattered too much for me, but if that's the case, then it'll be easier just to apply on-line.

[Jungle]

In last's promo, you could make a purchase AT ANY store, not forced to go to Sony Style. What makes you think it's Sony Style only?

Sorry I misread the previous posts. So I can buy a 0.17cents timbit at Tim Hortons using the paypass?

[madara]

I've never been to a sony store. do they sell ps3 games too?

[clvnng]

i called today im already a smart cash mbna member

and asked for the credit card. they said the promo was only 2200 points =(

[buluan]

i called today im already a smart cash mbna member

and asked for the credit card. they said the promo was only 2200 points =(

Yes, before you tell the CSR the offer code CGHX.

[cashinstinct]

Sorry I misread the previous posts. So I can buy a 0.17cents timbit at Tim Hortons using the paypass?

I don't see why not. I purchased for $35 of stuff at one store when I did it last June, but there was no info regarding minimum purchase.

[cashinstinct]

Ok, called again. This time the CSR was willing to do the application, but said they'll have to do a credit check for any new account, even for existing account holders.

For those who split from your existing MBNA accounts, did you get the credit check? Not that mattered too much for me, but if that's the case, then it'll be easier just to apply on-line.

This insistance to credit check is a nuisance. I got 2 Amex Small Business Gold and 1 MBNA credit check in the last +- 6 months because of all good promos.

I was able to get a credit split without credit hit (I saw my report as of Sept 09) for last promo in June 09, maybe they changed the rules

[markj]

Ok, called again. This time the CSR was willing to do the application, but said they'll have to do a credit check for any new account, even for existing account holders.

For those who split from your existing MBNA accounts, did you get the credit check? Not that mattered too much for me, but if that's the case, then it'll be easier just to apply on-line.

applied online and just got a call from mbna...they are now willing to split credit from my other mbna card but still have to do the credit check. but i confirmed ill be getting the 10,000 point promo and the card in 15 days...

with mbna its typical to hear something different from each person you talk to...

[Jobe00]

I just applied for this through the phone in the morning. I confirmed the 10,000 points, but I had to ask for it. They previously offered 2200. I also wanted to just upgrade my current mbna premium mastercard to this card, but was denied by the operator. He said this promotion was only for new applications.

[Jon Lai]

Received my Sony card today! PS3 here I come! (in 2 weeks :D)

[cashinstinct]

Even French speaking CSRs do not want to use a priority code when they use an existing credit card to split into two cards...

Seems like I will have to apply for another Sony card (with credit hit this time) to get the promo...

Too bad, I think MBNA does not want people to abuse their "split credit card " option.

[Halifax55]

actually mbna's the only bank that hasn't sold me anything when i went to activate my card. Phone call only took 2 minutes, best activation process i evr went through. Bmo and cibc both sold me crap.

+1

[Jon Lai]

+1

Thanks for bringing my old comment back up. When I activated my Sony card today, all they wanted was the card number and my postal code. The whole process was automated, done within 20 seconds! Quickest CC activation I've done in my life.

[Monky]

Thanks for bringing my old comment back up. When I activated my Sony card today, all they wanted was the card number and my postal code. The whole process was automated, done within 20 seconds! Quickest CC activation I've done in my life.


I received my card today and activated it as well. Very quick and easy. I noticed in the package there is it only mentions 2000 points but nothing about the 10000 points. Was it in your package? I used the promo code so I hope it is there.

I will charge something and then call in tomorrow to check. If not, then I will have to cancel the card

[Jon Lai]

I received my card today and activated it as well. Very quick and easy. I noticed in the package there is it only mentions 2000 points but nothing about the 10000 points. Was it in your package? I used the promo code so I hope it is there.

I will charge something and then call in tomorrow to check. If not, then I will have to cancel the card

Rep assured me when I called in before that it was 10000 on my account. Pamphlet probably said 2000 because it's the standard amount, and 10000 was a promotional amount. It would be wasteful to print two sets of brochures wouldn't it? ;)

[Jobe00]

dam, i got denied. Have too many credit cards with mbna, and given that I am still a student, they refuse to give me another one. Therefore, I had to close one of my other ones to lower my credit limit, and I will apply again soon. Hope they close the account fast enough.

[Jon Lai]

dam, i got denied. Have too many credit cards with mbna, and given that I am still a student, they refuse to give me another one. Therefore, I had to close one of my other ones to lower my credit limit, and I will apply again soon. Hope they close the account fast enough.

Same thing happened to me, I'm also a student. I just lowered my Smart Cash by $500 and got this.

[abercrombieboy]

When I called the witch kept asking me to re-spell everything, left me waiting for a while and came back to ask where I got the 4-letter code and that my name is something else. Whaaa???? and then she hung up after i started arguing with her.

I applied online instead. Haven't received an email or anything and this was 3 days ago.

[Jon Lai]

When I called the witch kept asking me to re-spell everything, left me waiting for a while and came back to ask where I got the 4-letter code and that my name is something else. Whaaa???? and then she hung up after i started arguing with her.

I applied online instead. Haven't received an email or anything and this was 3 days ago.

Online takes 3-4 weeks, that's why phoning is better.

Or, you call in 1-2 weeks after you apply online and rush them. That's what I did.

[rui]

tempting

[Jagmit]

I just applied for the card, it looked like it went through cause it displayed this final page saying i would get a resonse within 30 days, and it said it was redireceting me to the home page, but the homepage returned an error or something. Hopefully it went through? this happen to anyone else?

And how would i go about buying my PS3 slim for 199.99 when i get my card, like what is the procedure for using my points, will it automatically be used? or is there a catch to it?

[Jobe00]

Same thing happened to me, I'm also a student. I just lowered my Smart Cash by $500 and got this.

How long did it take them to lower the credit limit?

[napoleon1769]

Can you buy anything or does it have to be a Sony or from the Sony store?

[Jon Lai]

How long did it take them to lower the credit limit?

Called in around 10am to check online app status, was told I was denied, asked them to put $500 from my SC to the new card, he said sure, verified that I would still get the 10K points, and when I logged in around 1pm my SC's limit went down $500.

[Toule]

Can me and my father both apply on the card and get 200$ rebate on one item? (like a psp)

[Jon Lai]

Can me and my father both apply on the card and get 200$ rebate on one item? (like a psp)

No because it's per transaction and points cannot be transferred between accounts.

[dementia13]

Just applied for the card and got it.

So next steps:
1) Get card
2) Go buy PS3 from BB or STAPLES (if I can find those 20 off 150 coupons... can't find them anywhere)
3) Pay for PS3 on card
4) Submit redemption form, wait for the money to be subtracted from the card, pay the remaining balance.


Thanks for the recommendation, folks - you saved me a hundred bucks!

[Jon Lai]

Just applied for the card and got it.

So next steps:
1) Get card
2) Go buy PS3 from BB or STAPLES (if I can find those 20 off 150 coupons... can't find them anywhere)
3) Pay for PS3 on card
4) Submit redemption form, wait for the money to be subtracted from the card, pay the remaining balance.


Thanks for the recommendation, folks - you saved me a hundred bucks!

They say it takes 4-6 weeks for the rebate to be posted so you'll likely have to pay the PS3 in full first and then get the $96.50 credit to buy other stuff.

[dinesh_zee]

The 10,000 bonus sony points and the sony points earned from regular purchases are transferred from MBNA to sonystyle account, is it?

If yes, the sony points should be active even after canceling the MBNA credit card right?

[skyc280]

deal seems dead

I just called and CSR says it is no longer available.
I mentioned the code too.

[chris103610]

deal seems dead

I just called and CSR says it is no longer available.
I mentioned the code too.

EDIT
Just called again 1.877.428.6060
promo code; CGHX

and i'm signing up as we speak with 10,000 sony points.
so hopefully i get approved.

[cashinstinct]

End of promo earlier? Shoooo... Hope its not true

[skyc280]

EDIT
Just called again 1.877.428.6060
promo code; CGHX

and i'm signing up as we speak with 10,000 sony points.
so hopefully i get approved.

hm I called again this time CSR said deal is still available but only if u are applying as new customer

i am an existing customer and they can't do a split credit to get the 10000 points

what a load of crap:mad:

[chris103610]

hm I called again this time CSR said deal is still available but only if u are applying as new customer

i am an existing customer and they can't do a split credit to get the 10000 points

what a load of crap:mad:

i am a new customer =D
but as per the previous posts, it depends on the CSR.
Just call back again!

goodluck.

[Tainger]

alrite can anyone explain this to me

1. first i get the credit card (by phone) open a new account(can i apply online?)
2. get the card and buy something really cheap
3. wait 6-8 weeks for the points to go onto the card?
4. buy something from the sony store with 100 bucks off

can i buy something from somewhere else and they rebate me the 100? or does it have to be from the sony store

o crap also im a student can i still get this card?

[dementia13]

They say it takes 4-6 weeks for the rebate to be posted so you'll likely have to pay the PS3 in full first and then get the $96.50 credit to buy other stuff.

Can't you just leave the balance on the card, pay the few bucks interest, then wait for the credit and THEN pay the card off?

[azn_riceboi]

does the first purchase have to be from the sonystore or can it be anywhere else.. like what ppl were saying.. on some small dollar value items?

[psweitzer]

This sucks...
I requested the transfer of available credit to a new Sony Card and spent time hand holding the CSR and everything...

Received the card yesterday and paperwork said 2000 points... So I called up as someone else did and explained the code that was used and that someone else even phoned up and was able to get the 10K points credited... No dice... CSR and supervisor both said they couldn't do anything so I just cancelled the card without ever using it...

What a waste of time...

[Jon Lai]

Can't you just leave the balance on the card, pay the few bucks interest, then wait for the credit and THEN pay the card off?

Yes, but I would rather not pay interest. $300 + tax = $339
19.9% per annum = 0.04972% per day, compounded daily.

4-6 weeks to credit your account, assume 30 days = 1.5024% = ~$5.09

$5.09 is enough for a light lunch!

[Jobe00]

Called back this morning, complained that they still have not done anything to merge and lower my credit limit. The CSR got her supervisor or someone powerful, and he said he could do it all instantly, instead of me waiting and calling back. He instantly merged my credit limit, and approved my sony mastercard on the spot, and also confirmed the 10,000 bonus points. His name was Casey btw. Good luck to the rest of you.

[yiujun]

so i applied online using that link provided on the front page. mbna rejected me before b/c i already just applied for smart cash and used up all my credit with them. i just told them to move $500 from my smart cash to the sony card. this was done.

however the csr was unable to provide any information whether or not i will get my 10,000 promo points.
does anyone know which number i should be calling to ask about whether i will be getting my 10,000 for sure? it seems like some existing customer are having trouble getting it...

[Jungle]

Received my Sony card today! PS3 here I come! (in 2 weeks :D)


Good for you. It has now been 18 days today since I applied for this card. That means I have to wait even longer for the points redemption once I buy my $0.17 timbit.

The CSR said I would receive i in 7-10 days. :mad: Now add that fuel to the fire of waiting for the smart cash cheques to come in.. MBNA has it's ups and downs.

I will be sending them a follow up call tomorrow.

[happen.stance]

Darn, too bad this wasn't a Visa. I already have 3 MC and don't need another.

[Jon Lai]

Good for you. It has now been 18 days today since I applied for this card. That means I have to wait even longer for the points redemption once I buy my $0.17 timbit.

The CSR said I would receive i in 7-10 days. :mad: Now add that fuel to the fire of waiting for the smart cash cheques to come in.. MBNA has it's ups and downs.

I will be sending them a follow up call tomorrow.

So did you call them up?
It's faster if you call them up. After I called I received my card on the 5th business day.

[just_For_ipod]

what number are you guys calling? I know a lot of you are saying it depends on the CSR. But the one I spoke to said that the part where it says

This is a one-time offer for new Sony Card credit cardholders, or existing cardholders who qualify for an additional Account.

It means that if you already have a card and are eligible for a new card with a new application then you can still get this offer, but said that redistribution of a credit limit won't work for this.

I'm calling the 1-888-876-6262 number:confused:

[Tainger]

hm so i applied online. how long does it take for it to go through?

andd lets say i use my first purchase at futureshop with a 15 off 150 coupon i just mail in my rebat and get 100 back?

or do i need to buy something small get the points then mail in the rebate

[Jon Lai]

what number are you guys calling? I know a lot of you are saying it depends on the CSR. But the one I spoke to said that the part where it says


It means that if you already have a card and are eligible for a new card with a new application then you can still get this offer, but said that redistribution of a credit limit won't work for this.

I'm calling the 1-888-876-6262 number:confused:

That's what I called.
Press 1 for English, then 2 for "Check on Application status"

[CHEAP_AZZ]

That's what I called.
Press 1 for English, then 2 for "Check on Application status"

You just have to wait until the IVR presents you the option...about 1 minute.

[Jungle]

So did you call them up?
It's faster if you call them up. After I called I received my card on the 5th business day.

It's now the 18th day so, I called them up. At first, the CSR could not find the application, to check the status. He put me on hold for several minutes, then askes all my personal information again. Now he says he can't even find anything in his system in regards to me. I explained that they split the credit from my SPG on Sept 27. He puts me on hold again for several minutes, comes back and says he found it on "another system." He says it was approved and mailed out Oct 13.

HMM which deal to use to buy PS3? Staples coupons, EB games trade or zellers deal?

[coldpower27]

Got a credit Split from my Smart Cash to create this new Sony Card and quoted the priority code. It will arrive in 10-15 Business days.. whew.:lol:

[coldpower27]

Yes, but I would rather not pay interest. $300 + tax = $339
19.9% per annum = 0.04972% per day, compounded daily.

4-6 weeks to credit your account, assume 30 days = 1.5024% = ~$5.09

$5.09 is enough for a light lunch!

Can't you just leave only 96.50 so the rebate will cover the final payment and pay the rest off?

[dcpyke]

I got the card awhile ago with the 2,000 bonus but never activated it, does anyone know if I go ahead and activate it during the promotion I'd be able to get the 10,000?

[Jon Lai]

It's now the 18th day so, I called them up. At first, the CSR could not find the application, to check the status. He put me on hold for several minutes, then askes all my personal information again. Now he says he can't even find anything in his system in regards to me. I explained that they split the credit from my SPG on Sept 27. He puts me on hold again for several minutes, comes back and says he found it on "another system." He says it was approved and mailed out Oct 13.

HMM which deal to use to buy PS3? Staples coupons, EB games trade or zellers deal?

I plan on getting it from HDTV. I know they can beat Staple's $260 price and it's the only place that would be willing to beat prices.

[chris103610]

Good for you. It has now been 18 days today since I applied for this card. That means I have to wait even longer for the points redemption once I buy my $0.17 timbit.

The CSR said I would receive i in 7-10 days. :mad: Now add that fuel to the fire of waiting for the smart cash cheques to come in.. MBNA has it's ups and downs.

I will be sending them a follow up call tomorrow.

lol

hm so i applied online. how long does it take for it to go through?

andd lets say i use my first purchase at futureshop with a 15 off 150 coupon i just mail in my rebat and get 100 back?

or do i need to buy something small get the points then mail in the rebate

Call them and make sure they have your application. Like other posters, the CSR could not find their application so i just re-applied over the phone. i applied online and received no notification. so just do i tover the phone



HMM which deal to use to buy PS3? Staples coupons, EB games trade or zellers deal?

^^ i was under the impression that you could only buy the PS3 at the sony store?

[Tainger]

lol

^^ i was under the impression that you could only buy the PS3 at the sony store?

uhmm i think you can buy any sony product from any store and send sony your recipt to get a 100 dollar rebate for your points

its in OP's first post :D

[Jungle]

[QUOTE=cashinstinct;9488639]3) You can use Sony Style points in any store (Sony authorized dealer) by using your MBNA Sony card to pay and submit a claim form ($3.50 fee, 6-8 weeks delay for reinbursement, $25 minimum purchase): can be worth it if a store has a deal on a Sony item that makes it worth it to pay $3.50 to get it from that store instead of regular-price-all-the-time-Sony-Style. this would permit to use your points on aPS3 purchase (unlike online purchases at Sonystyle.ca with their 50% minimum price paid with points) [/qoute]

Just trying to think of ways to make this credit go faster. Could you submit the MBNA claim form while you are waiting for your points to show up on a statement?

For example:

1. Get card on first day and buy pack of gum (wait 4-6 weeks for points on first statement)
2. Same day, submit claim form to MBNA for $100 re-imbursement (wait 6-8 weeks for re-imbursement)
3. Thirty days later, buy PS3 and hope points get reimbursed, pay $200ish so no interest is on statement.
Thoughts?

[Jon Lai]

[QUOTE=cashinstinct;9488639]3) You can use Sony Style points in any store (Sony authorized dealer) by using your MBNA Sony card to pay and submit a claim form ($3.50 fee, 6-8 weeks delay for reinbursement, $25 minimum purchase): can be worth it if a store has a deal on a Sony item that makes it worth it to pay $3.50 to get it from that store instead of regular-price-all-the-time-Sony-Style. this would permit to use your points on aPS3 purchase (unlike online purchases at Sonystyle.ca with their 50% minimum price paid with points) [/qoute]

Just trying to think of ways to make this credit go faster. Could you submit the MBNA claim form while you are waiting for your points to show up on a statement?

For example:

1. Get card on first day and buy pack of gum (wait 4-6 weeks for points on first statement)
2. Same day, submit claim form to MBNA for $100 re-imbursement (wait 6-8 weeks for re-imbursement)
3. Thirty days later, buy PS3 and hope points get reimbursed, pay $200ish so no interest is on statement.
Thoughts?

No. You have to have purchased the item before you can submit the claim form. Otherwise, you could just cash out points.

[Tainger]

wonder what sony considers a "Sony authorized store" any store that sells a sony product?

[FulltimeIT]

just signed up today...this deal still apply to me? a new release ps3 game + a ps3 remote for free...thats HOT

[BriS2K]

I went through the SonyStyle.ca website and I could not find this special Sony Card 10,000 point offer. They only have a 2,000 point offer for the Sony Card.

Would someone care to show me the link from the SonyStyle Canada website? Otherwise, this offer could be a scam...

[Jon Lai]

I went through the SonyStyle.ca website and I could not find this special Sony Card 10,000 point offer. They only have a 2,000 point offer for the Sony Card.

Would someone care to show me the link from the SonyStyle Canada website? Otherwise, this offer could be a scam...

It's not on the Sony site. It's probably some internal promotion that's not supposed to be released to the public. You're being a bit paranoid here. You are, after all, dealing with MBNA, and not Sony here.

[Monky]

I went through the SonyStyle.ca website and I could not find this special Sony Card 10,000 point offer. They only have a 2,000 point offer for the Sony Card.

Would someone care to show me the link from the SonyStyle Canada website? Otherwise, this offer could be a scam...


It is on the Sonystyle.ca site. Click thru the big banner. There are 5 pages and one of them is the 10,000 points. Not a scam.

[Rockabilly]

Do they sell blu-ray movies at Sony Style stores? If so can I use the points to buy them?

[coldpower27]

Blu Ray yeah they do, but they are full MSRP usually.

[Acuratl]

anybody know how long this offer is good for? i applied for the MBNA smart cash 2 weeks ago but haven't heard anything..

[coldpower27]

Expires Today. The last day was in fact yesterday.

[Rockabilly]

I just want to use the $100 and then cancel my card, but I don't want to shed more money. So I guess I could get 3 blu-ray movies :razz:

[Jungle]

Going on day 19, no card in mail, promised 7-10 business days. I guess it's not as bad as my smartcash cheques, the last one I received was in July !! :cry:

MBNA= FAIL

[Jon Lai]

Going on day 19, no card in mail, promised 7-10 business days. I guess it's not as bad as my smartcash cheques, the last one I received was in July !! :cry:

MBNA= FAIL

Call in again! Got mine on the 5th day after calling in...

[Acuratl]

crap..i applied today..well lets hope that they still honour it :(

[Lizz__20]

FYI I sent in my rebate form on Oct 5, and have my credit of $100 showing on my account on Oct 16. Very quick. My purchase was from sonystyle so maybe that makes it quicker to verify, but just thought I'd post how long mine took.

[madara]

did you buy a PS3 slim as your first purchase? i'm just wondering as i know people would want to know if that will work. i'm not going to do it though since i already got the PS3 from the EB deal. i think i'll use my points on GOW3.

[markj]

did you buy a PS3 slim as your first purchase? i'm just wondering as i know people would want to know if that will work. i'm not going to do it though since i already got the PS3 from the EB deal. i think i'll use my points on GOW3.

ya i was thinking about using mine for gow1/2 remaster and gow3...i assume you have to go to sony style to get ps3 games?

edit: says free shipping on 30+ orders on sonystyle website

[madara]

i haven't been to a sonystyle store and don't know if they sell games there. it will be nice if they do so i can just pick up the game i want.

[Jungle]

FYI I sent in my rebate form on Oct 5, and have my credit of $100 showing on my account on Oct 16. Very quick. My purchase was from sonystyle so maybe that makes it quicker to verify, but just thought I'd post how long mine took.


What did you buy at sonystyle, small or large purchase?

[Jungle]

I finally got my card today after 23 days of waiting. I am going to buy a timbit right now so it trigger the 10,000 bonus points.

[The Great Raj!]

just got my statement today... recieved 10,021 points for making 21$ worth of purchase :cheesygri

[Jungle]

just got my statement today... recieved 10,021 points for making 21$ worth of purchase :cheesygri

How long did it take you to get your statement?

[The Great Raj!]

How long did it take you to get your statement?


I used my credit card on Sept 25th and I got the statement today... about 23 days

payment due date is on every 6th

[Lizz__20]

What did you buy at sonystyle, small or large purchase?

My first purchase was for bus tickets, I waited for my points to show, than I bought a ps3 from sonystyle.ca, than I sent in my rebate form.

[Jon Lai]

Just bought a PS3 from Staples since coupons expired tonight. My statement doesn't close until the 24th though - luckily I called MBNA right away and they said it doesn't matter when the points are earned as long as you have the points when they go to redeem it.

So for the guys wondering - your first purchase CAN be the PS3 if you wish.

[dinesh_zee]

Will the sony points stay with your card (like a cash back card) or transferred to sonystyle (like aeroplan)?

any ideas?

[Jungle]

Will the sony points stay with your card (like a cash back card) or transferred to sonystyle (like aeroplan)?

anyone ideas?

The points stay with your card.

[yiujun]

FYI for those who may be in my shoes...

I received my Sony MC today, and there is a slip of paper in there that says you get 2,000 points on your first purchase.
I applied using the online form with CGHX, so that doesn't make sense.
I called in to cancel, and the first customer rep (who said I only get 2,000 points) transferred me to a senior customer rep.
I explained the situation to the senior customer rep and she assured me that my account says that I will get 10,000 points upon my first purchase.

So I guess you can't really rely on the package that you receive to determine. If you really want to make sure, just call in and ask.

Yay $100 sony credit! :D

[Jon Lai]

FYI for those who may be in my shoes...

I received my Sony MC today, and there is a slip of paper in there that says you get 2,000 points on your first purchase.
I applied using the online form with CGHX, so that doesn't make sense.
I called in to cancel, and the first customer rep (who said I only get 2,000 points) transferred me to a senior customer rep.
I explained the situation to the senior customer rep and she assured me that my account says that I will get 10,000 points upon my first purchase.

So I guess you can't really rely on the package that you receive to determine. If you really want to make sure, just call in and ask.

Yay $100 sony credit! :D
As discussed before the 10000 points is a special offer and 2000 points is the normal. They're not going to print separate brochures for a promo.

[yiujun]

As discussed before the 10000 points is a special offer and 2000 points is the normal. They're not going to print separate brochures for a promo.

I missed that post, it seems. But when I called MBNA they knew nothing about anything. All they kept saying was that I'll figure out how many points I get when I receive the package. Which was obv wrong.

[buluan]

Got mine yesterday. Thanks OP.
So next step is to purchase something cheap. Do I have to purchase at some Sony store or anywhere like food basics or no frills to get 10000 points?

[azn_riceboi]

can someone shed some light about this before I go and buy stuff.

i got my card, got it activated.
so if i go buy a pack of gum for example, i get the 10,000 points.
so do i call mbna to change that to $100 credit on my bill, and then I can go buy my ps3?

I read and I thought you have to use ur 10,000 points on sony products.

[KingofMay]

Still waiting my card !?:confused::(

[cybermat]

Thanks op. I just received my card in the mail as well and all the brochure that came with the card, it says 2,000 bonus points. So I called in to inquire and the CSR assured me that I will get 10,000 bonus points. :cheesygri

[dinesh_zee]

Thanks op. I just received my card in the mail as well and all the brochure that came with the card, it says 2,000 bonus points. So I called in to inquire and the CSR assured me that I will get 10,000 bonus points. :cheesygri

I too received the card, but a CSR and her Manager said I will get 2000 sony points only even though I applied during the promo using the promo link. The manger asked me to contact Sony to get the bonus points!!

Bunch of jokers.

[yuen47]

Shouldn't this be in expired deals? Too late to apply for the card now right....

And yeh, I am a little bitter at the fact I missed it!!!

[dcpyke]

I too received the card, but a CSR and her Manager said I will get 2000 sony points only even though I applied during the promo using the promo link. The manger asked me to contact Sony to get the bonus points!!

Bunch of jokers.

Just activated the card, I actually got this quite a few weeks before the promotion, Activations knew nothing but sony csr said it's an automatic thing and cards still qualify, you might still be good. I'm crossing my fingers If it doesn't work for me, I'm canceling and trying again next time, seems like they do this every couple of months now.

[nikonwhore]

I totally got denied because I am a student and I was an idiot and didnt transfer credit between my old MBNA card and the sony one. I just got off the phone and at least got a card that gives me extra 1 year warranties, but other than that, laaaaaaaaame. I am so dumb.

Here's hoping for the next bonus!

[Diskdoctor]

I too received the card, but a CSR and her Manager said I will get 2000 sony points only even though I applied during the promo using the promo link. The manger asked me to contact Sony to get the bonus points!!

Bunch of jokers.

I applied online and then called in to get the application moving along. The CSR I spoke to then said I would receive 10,000 Sony points with my first purchase. After I received my card I called in again and was told I would only receive 2,000 Sony points and I need to fax in the application website to receive the 10,000. I made my first purchase the other day so I think I'll wait and see how many points I get before I start arguing for my 10,000 points. I do have the application page saved though so that's my proof.

[iceage]

when activated the card. Still wait for the statement to see if its true.

[Get-Me]

Just got my Statement and after using the card for $11.00 purchase my Points available is 10,011

How can I use this points to buy a PS3?

[madara]

i just got off the phone with the mbna csr. the lady who processed the activation of my card said i'll get 2k points only. so 3 days after making my first purchase, i thought i'd check with mbna directly. the lady told me i'll get 2k default points + 8k internet bonus points + the points from my last purchase. now, i can buy the 16gb memory stick pro from fs. i'm going to pm since they are on sale at bb for $100.

all is good for my account. :)

[Jon Lai]

Just wondering, has anyone tried redeeming for PS3 games yet? It's sort of a gray area isn't it... but I'm going to try anyways - Item: Sony Playstation 3 Game - "blahblah". :)

[Monky]

Not sure if everyone knows this but you can check your point balance on Sonystyle.ca. I have received the 10,000 points so here comes the ps3.

What is the definition of a authorized Sony dealer? Does Superstore count? Superstore has the $25 gift card this week so even a better deal to get it from there.

[jfgiguere]

Not sure if everyone knows this but you can check your point balance on Sonystyle.ca. I have received the 10,000 points so here comes the ps3.


It's on the SonyStyle website. (on the right)

http://www.sonystyle.ca/commerce/servlet/StaticView?storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&contentpage=SonyCard/Main.html

[gte357s]

Although it still says 10000 points, but the condition says I have to apply by Oct 15. .. So, I guess this deal is dead?

[bkushner]

just got my card, customer service knows nothing about 10000 points.

[bkushner]

They are filing a report and looking into this website and will let me know if there was ever such a deal. What a joke. MBNA fail.

[madara]

just got my card, customer service knows nothing about 10000 points.

if the cs you were talking about is the number you called to activate your card, they know nothing about the promo. the will tell you that you will get 2k pts only. try the number at the back of your cc and they will likely know about it. however, i think it only works after your first transaction has been posted. still better than waiting for your first statement.

[andicus]

When I called to register my card, the CS rep said it only indicated that I would get 2000 pts. She said she'd look into it for me, and she actually called back today to say it would be 10000.

Thumbs up for a good rep that followed up!

[Diskdoctor]

Not sure if everyone knows this but you can check your point balance on Sonystyle.ca. I have received the 10,000 points so here comes the ps3.

Do you receive the points as soon as the first transaction is posted or after your first card statement?

[phillyjim]

Do you receive the points as soon as the first transaction is posted or after your first card statement?

It seems that the points don't appear until after the statement date. I have made my initial purchase, which has been posted to my MBNA account, but my points balance at Sonystyle is 0. You can find out your statement date from MBNA and then check your points balance the next day at the Sonystyle site.

[coldpower27]

Got my card today, better get something to trigger.

[Jungle]

Got my 10,000 points on my statement today.

PS where is everyone buying their PS3??

Roger's has a good promo, you get two used games free with PS3, but their selection at a few stores I visited is REALLY BAD.

STOOPLES has the email coupons, $10-$20 if your lucky.

Apparently RCSS in the West is having their spend XXX get $25 off deal, it usually follows the week after in the East (Ontario).

Anyway, I might just use the useless $80 credit I have in Blockbuster cards, but I just called, and they don't have any stock in Toronto district!!

[Jon Lai]

Got my 10,000 points on my statement today.

PS where is everyone buying their PS3??

Roger's has a good promo, you get two used games free with PS3, but their selection at a few stores I visited is REALLY BAD.

STOOPLES has the email coupons, $10-$20 if your lucky.

Apparently RCSS in the West is having their spend XXX get $25 off deal, it usually follows the week after in the East (Ontario).

Anyway, I might just use the useless $80 credit I have in Blockbuster cards, but I just called, and they don't have any stock in Toronto district!!

I bought mine at Staples with 2x$20 coupons.

[Acuratl]

okay guys, so once i get my points how/where do i redeem?

can i say buy a controller and a game?

[Monky]

I bought mine at Staples with 2x$20 coupons.


I have two $20 coupon on purchases of $150 or more. I wasn't able to stack it. How did you do it?

[Jungle]

okay guys, so once i get my points how/where do i redeem?

can i say buy a controller and a game?

Everything is listed in the OP. All you do is snail mail in the redemption form to MBNA which is posted on page one of this thread (I think).

PS I know have a $125 credit with Blockbuster so I'm buying the PS3 there. I hope they are an "authorized dealer."

[Jon Lai]

I have two $20 coupon on purchases of $150 or more. I wasn't able to stack it. How did you do it?

You need two coupons that have have different first 4 digit numbers.

[easterclause]

Do you think I can still get in on this? It says only by October 15, but it also says that you can't talk to them about it past April 2010, meaning you could beforehand.

[Jungle]

Do you think I can still get in on this? It says only by October 15, but it also says that you can't talk to them about it past April 2010, meaning you could beforehand.

My guess is no, but you would have to call and ask.

[dinesh_zee]

Any sony (camera) deals going on to use the $100 credit?

[Monky]

You need two coupons that have have different first 4 digit numbers.

Thanks! Ordered ps3 from Staples today. I trust you had no issue claiming the 10,000 points... IE. Staples is an authorized Sony dealer.

[Jon Lai]

Thanks! Ordered ps3 from Staples today. I trust you had no issue claiming the 10,000 points... IE. Staples is an authorized Sony dealer.

"The Business Depot Ltd." is listed as an authorized dealer. I submitted my claim form last week.

[scottchow]

I got my card yesterday, but when I called the number on the sticker to activate the card, I was told that I only have 2000 points. The rep told me to call sony directly. I am wondering, is there anyone got confirmed from SONY? Which number did you use to call? THX.

[dalman]

I got my card yesterday, but when I called the number on the sticker to activate the card, I was told that I only have 2000 points. The rep told me to call sony directly. I am wondering, is there anyone got confirmed from SONY? Which number did you use to call? THX.

Did they say why? I just go the card on Friday and had not called to activate yet.

[markj]

okay guys, so once i get my points how/where do i redeem?

can i say buy a controller and a game?

you should able to do this from the sony style website...or at a sony store

the trick to getting the points is dont worry and ask about them....you will get them if you signed up with the website...asking mbna about them (or really anything else) and they will possibly screw it up

[theshowman]

Sort of off topic ...
But, which PS3 has the best bang for the buck (from Staples)? I'm not all that familiar with the PS3 and pricing.


Thanks! Ordered ps3 from Staples today. I trust you had no issue claiming the 10,000 points... IE. Staples is an authorized Sony dealer.

[coldpower27]

Just got my Statement and after using the card for $11.00 purchase my Points available is 10,011

How can I use this points to buy a PS3?

Is this the statement you got in the mail or did you check it online right after you bought the item.

I only got 2003 points as of now.

[madara]

my billing cutoff is on every 8th of the month. i just checked my points online and confirmed my 10K points + 227 from my first purchase.

you can only check your points online after your first bill is generated.

[coldpower27]

my billing cutoff is on every 8th of the month. i just checked my points online and confirmed my 10K points + 227 from my first purchase.

you can only check your points online after your first bill is generated.

yeah I bought my item 5 days ago, and the statement generate online says 2003 points. :(

Called in to escalate the issue to a higher manager I will have to see: Crosses fingers: :S

[Toule]

yeah I bought my item 5 days ago, and the statement generate online says 2003 points. :(

Called in to escalate the issue to a higher manager I will have to see: Crosses fingers: :S

Well good luck and dont forget to give us some news about the issue!

[dinesh_zee]

"The Business Depot Ltd." is listed as an authorized dealer. I submitted my claim form last week.

Where can I find this authorized dealer list?

[Jon Lai]

Where can I find this authorized dealer list?

Direct link: http://locator.sony.ca/GetDivFcodes.jsp?DIVISION=AVIT&LANG_ID=-1

Found it hidden on this page: http://www.sonystyle.ca/commerce/servlet/StaticView?storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&contentpage=CustomerSupport/ServiceNWarranty/service_sonycare.html

Thank god there's Google.

[dinesh_zee]

Direct link: http://locator.sony.ca/GetDivFcodes.jsp?DIVISION=AVIT&LANG_ID=-1

Found it hidden on this page: http://www.sonystyle.ca/commerce/servlet/StaticView?storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&contentpage=CustomerSupport/ServiceNWarranty/service_sonycare.html

Thank god there's Google.

thanks!

[elty]

is this offer stiil available? Can you use the point to buy PS3 games from non Sony Style?

[Monky]

Sort of off topic ...
But, which PS3 has the best bang for the buck (from Staples)? I'm not all that familiar with the PS3 and pricing.

I got the 250gb ps3. I now need to mail in the receipt to get my $100 credit.

[coldpower27]

Well good luck and dont forget to give us some news about the issue!

Well I got a call back from an upper manager and they will credit the points to my account within a few buisness days, all seems to be well on this front I hope.

Hopefully everything goes smoothly.

[DubKrazy]

Ok so I just came across this thread, and phoned the 1800 number asking if the promo was still available. The rep said it was, and he completed an application for me. Hope it goes through....will wait and see.

[chimie]

Has anyone tried combining the points from 2 sony cards for 1 purchase worth $200??? Is it allowed?

[coldpower27]

I phoned in to MBNA's answering machine and the points are in my account! Now to wait for a package deal on the PS3 Slim.

[c-ditty]

Just called in and it seems that the new priority code for this 10,000 point offer is 3GII. Quote that and you should get the points offer.

[Diskdoctor]

There are some nice coupons on the Sony Style website here (http://www.sonystyle.ca/commerce/servlet/StaticView?storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&contentpage=../html/temp/NPSevent/NPS_event_eng.html) including $25 off a minimum $50 purchase (excluding playstation products and some other things). There's a RFD thread discussing it here (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/sony-store-coupons-25-off-50-more-814398/). A bunch of people managed to get games with it yesterday though their orders may yet be canceled. The coupon is not working online now even for legitimate purchases but this may yet be fixed and you should still be able to use it in a Sony Store.

[Diskdoctor]

Anybody know if I can use my Sony points directly in a Sony store? Or do I need to submit the claim form for a credit after the fact?

[elty]

1) Is the point attached to the card (so that you don't have to apply for a seperate reward program, and if you cancel the card it is gone)

2) can you claim PS3 game with it?

[Tender]

1) Is the point attached to the card (so that you don't have to apply for a seperate reward program, and if you cancel the card it is gone)

2) can you claim PS3 game with it?

+1. Also, do you have to use the Sony card to claim for the points?

[markj]

do the points expire once they are credited?

[undacova]

i applied recently lets hope i get approved and they don't mess around with my 10,000 points.

[Jungle]

I hope that Blockbuster is an approved sony retailer. I bought my PS3 there and it's been over nine days since I sent the rebate form.

[Rockabilly]

I haven't received my card yet, but I know it's been authorized. They sent me an adress confirmation form because I just moved a few months ago and they wanted to be sure it was me I guess. Can I buy the PS3 at RCSS and apply the points once I have the card with the points? Or do I have to buy it with that card specifically?

[dementia13]

Does anyone know how to find a list of authorized retailers?

I, too, would like to use it on the RCSS deal, but don't know if they count. Perhaps find out by calling in?

Cheers.



edit:
Nevermind, checked on the previous page and saw where a guy linked to a site where you can check for a list of authorized retailers. Thanks.

[scottchow]

"The Business Depot Ltd." is listed as an authorized dealer. I submitted my claim form last week.

Did you successfully get the $100 refund?

[The Cake is a Lie]

I hope that Blockbuster is an approved sony retailer. I bought my PS3 there and it's been over nine days since I sent the rebate form.

According to this search (http://locator.sony.ca/GetDivFcodes.jsp?DIVISION=AVIT&LANG_ID=-1) using the perimeters Toronto, Ontario (in the City, Province search), Blockbuster comes under numerous of the Sony product searches.

[Jon Lai]

Did you successfully get the $100 refund?

Not yet, but it hasn't even been 2 weeks yet. Form says 4-6 weeks processing.

[Jungle]

According to this search (http://locator.sony.ca/GetDivFcodes.jsp?DIVISION=AVIT&LANG_ID=-1) using the perimeters Toronto, Ontario (in the City, Province search), Blockbuster comes under numerous of the Sony product searches.

Confirmed, Blockbuster is ok, as I just got my credit applied today, but the credit is only $97.53 ?? :confused: I thought it was supposed to be $100 credit?

[Jon Lai]

Confirmed, Blockbuster is ok, as I just got my credit applied today, but the credit is only $97.53 ?? :confused: I thought it was supposed to be $100 credit?

$3.50 processing fee per redemption, it says right on the form.

PS, got mine today as well.

[Jungle]

$3.50 processing fee per redemption, it says right on the form.

PS, got mine today as well.

AHHHH processing fee...forgot about that. Makes sense now. :lol:

[dementia13]

Can someone who got the points please confirm: do you need to make your first purchase a Sony product of over $50 in value (as I believe it said), or can it be anything?

The reason I ask is I was originally going to use the card to buy the PS3, but I might instead use it to buy some PS3 games. Want to make sure the games will be okay.

[Lizz__20]

It's been confirmed a few times in this thread that your first purchase can be anything of any value. I bought a strip of bus tickets, than waited for my points on my first statement, than redeemed.

Can someone who got the points please confirm: do you need to make your first purchase a Sony product of over $50 in value (as I believe it said), or can it be anything?

The reason I ask is I was originally going to use the card to buy the PS3, but I might instead use it to buy some PS3 games. Want to make sure the games will be okay.

[Psubs]

Do you think I can still get in on this? It says only by October 15, but it also says that you can't talk to them about it past April 2010, meaning you could beforehand.

I just called and used the OP's code and asked to verify the 10,000 points. I'll be getting the card.

[Tender]

Can someone who got the points please confirm: do you need to make your first purchase a Sony product of over $50 in value (as I believe it said), or can it be anything?

The reason I ask is I was originally going to use the card to buy the PS3, but I might instead use it to buy some PS3 games. Want to make sure the games will be okay.

I used the card to buy a croissant for $1.23 and the points showed up with the first statement.

[pm_homey]

Just checked my Sony Points and my 10,000pts are there.:cheesygri

I didn't even get my statement yet. I just checked the sonystyle.ca website and entered my info and my points were there.

Thanks OP. Hello PS3 Slim.

[Jon Lai]

I successfully switched the $99.xx credit from my Sony card to my Smart Cash. SWEET. Time to close this card next month :cheesygri

[dementia13]

It's been confirmed a few times in this thread that your first purchase can be anything of any value. I bought a strip of bus tickets, than waited for my points on my first statement, than redeemed.

Thanks!

[The Cake is a Lie]

Anybody know if I can use my Sony points directly in a Sony store? Or do I need to submit the claim form for a credit after the fact?

I would like to know this as well.

[elty]

1) Is the point attached to the card (so that you don't have to apply for a seperate reward program, and if you cancel the card it is gone)

2) can you claim PS3 game with it?

[Diskdoctor]

Can someone who got the points please confirm: do you need to make your first purchase a Sony product of over $50 in value (as I believe it said), or can it be anything?

Where did you see this? For the credit form it says minimum $25 purchase for redemption and I think this applies to purchases through the website as well. I don't recall seeing $50 anywhere.

[Diskdoctor]

Can someone who got the points please confirm: do you need to make your first purchase a Sony product of over $50 in value (as I believe it said), or can it be anything?

I thought you were talking about redemption of points. If you're talking about getting your initial 10000 points the purchase can be anything anywhere any amount.

[Diskdoctor]

There are some nice coupons on the Sony Style website here (http://www.sonystyle.ca/commerce/servlet/StaticView?storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&contentpage=../html/temp/NPSevent/NPS_event_eng.html) including $25 off a minimum $50 purchase (excluding playstation products and some other things). There's a RFD thread discussing it here (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/sony-store-coupons-25-off-50-more-814398/). A bunch of people managed to get games with it yesterday though their orders may yet be canceled. The coupon is not working online now even for legitimate purchases but this may yet be fixed and you should still be able to use it in a Sony Store.

If anybody is following the other thread the $25 off coupon has been accepted in B&M Sony stores and it has been accepted for PS3 items. If this is what you're after you could have yourself some good deals though you'll have to do separate transactions for each coupon. Also keep in mind there will probably be a $3.50 processing fee for each receipt (for points redemption). I'm not after PS3 things but I think I'll take a look in a Sony Store yet.

Any Sony Products are valid for points redemption right?

[Diskdoctor]

Anybody know if a separate redemption form needs to be filled out for each purchased item or each receipt or what?

[Vampslay]

does not look like RCSS or RASS are on the lest as authorized dealers...

I stand corrected 54 LOBLAW COMPANIES LIMITED 1 PRESIDENT'S CHOICE CIRCLE, BRAMPTON, ON, L6Y 5S5

Had to look under toronto on

[elty]

So does PS3 game qualify????

[Acuratl]

So does PS3 game qualify????

same question.

[Diskdoctor]

So does PS3 game qualify????

same question.

Qualify for what? You can use your Sony points to get a PS3 game as far as I know.

[Jon Lai]

So does PS3 game qualify????

I submitted a form for games bought at FS and BB a week ago. Will let you know.

[bxconst]

Just called in and it seems that the new priority code for this 10,000 point offer is 3GII. Quote that and you should get the points offer.

Is this deal dead ?

I have tried to call MBNA with the 3GII code but they told be the code is not valid.

Does anybody have a code that is still valid for this ?

Thanks !

[oh_me_oh_my]

I just called to check as well. When the CSR looked it up, Both the codes had an "open" deadline of Oct 15th, which means, the sony mc account had to be open by then so even if we got our sony card now, we wouldn't get the bonus point. Next time I guess...

[timezwasting]

Anyone redeem their points for a purchase of a PS3 at zellers???? j

[Psubs]

Is this deal dead ?

I have tried to call MBNA with the 3GII code but they told be the code is not valid.

Does anybody have a code that is still valid for this ?

Thanks !

I used the OP's code and she went through the details and didn't mention the points. I asked about it and she didn't know, asked her superior and put it through. :razz:

[iwins]

anyone know if the points can work with buying gift cards at sony style?

[ricedion]

I used the OP's code and she went through the details and didn't mention the points. I asked about it and she didn't know, asked her superior and put it through. :razz:

you mean you still get 10000 points even though the promo was ended mid-Oct?

[Psubs]

you mean you still get 10000 points even though the promo was ended mid-Oct?

Lady mentioned nothing about points, so I asked "don't I get 10,000 points after my first qualifying purchase?". She asked and told me yes. I'm 95% sure that she repeated the 10,000 points back. I'm 100% sure she didn't mention 2,000 points. I guess there's a 5% chance that she said "the points". :D I'll verify when I get my card and have to activate it.

[e-man]

Did anyone try to get the double-points for purchases made at Sony authorized dealers? Check out the redemption form for more info. Wonder if it is worth it to request the double-points for the PS3 I got from RCSS, and then redeem for the $100. Mind you, you only get $6 total...

[scottchow]

Can anyone tell me if RCSS is an authorized retailer? This week's no tax deal in RCSS seems to be amazing!

[CSIFan29]

Got my points! :)

[Diskdoctor]

If anybody is following the other thread the $25 off coupon has been accepted in B&M Sony stores and it has been accepted for PS3 items. If this is what you're after you could have yourself some good deals though you'll have to do separate transactions for each coupon. Also keep in mind there will probably be a $3.50 processing fee for each receipt (for points redemption). I'm not after PS3 things but I think I'll take a look in a Sony Store yet.

Use coupon FALLTOUR8 online to get $25 off a $50+ item.

it's being discussed in that other thread:
http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/sony-store-coupons-25-off-50-more-814398/24/