Free HD Receiver from Bell TV!/// scam ///

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Sat, Nov 1st, 2008, 06:54 PM
nikkibk

Free HD Receiver from Bell TV!/// scam ///

Hey all,

I have just found the best deal! Bell TV is starting this Ambassador program, and you just go onto a site, fill out a really quick survey, and if you meet certain criteria, you get picked.
You get a free HD (high def) receiver, installed for free, and a bunch of free programming.
You do have to sign up for at least a min package, but it's only $35 and it's less than I was paying with my cable. Plus-before, I had to pay a rental fee-this I don't!

AND if I tell my friends, I get $20 off my Bell TV bill for every friend that signs up. I'm trying to write off my bill!

The suvey site is:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?s...GHRGKHFA_3d_3d

Oh-and I think it's only good for those who live like 2 hours within Toronto, because the dealer who does the installations is in Barrie. Just a heads up.

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Sat, Nov 1st, 2008, 07:24 PM
sittingstill4

is there a yearly contract?
Sat, Nov 1st, 2008, 07:54 PM
kopykatz2001

ty
Sat, Nov 1st, 2008, 08:03 PM
nikkibk

no yearly contract.

I did have to sign up for their basic packaging (which is like $35/month). But if I don't like the HD, I can cancel out at any time.

I just figured that since I was paying more before, with the rental fees-why not get the unit for free, and then also get some free programming.

Plus-the more people I tell-the more $$ i'll get off of my tv bill if they sign up too.

I think it's a wicked deal, personally.
Sat, Nov 1st, 2008, 08:10 PM
sittingstill4

thanks i will check it out
Sat, Nov 1st, 2008, 08:12 PM
chinook

I love HD!!! I wish they had more channels in HD. The clarity of High Def is really good. I think that this is a really good deal for someone who is thinking about getting an HD box. I pay monthly rental for my box and then for the channels.
Sat, Nov 1st, 2008, 08:13 PM
Newfiescreech

Thanks .. great fine ..no good for me .. to bad ..
Sat, Nov 1st, 2008, 10:23 PM
lizzie

thanks for the post
Sat, Nov 1st, 2008, 10:38 PM
nikkibk

chinook,

are you with Bell already?

If you aren't-why not sign up and not pay the rental fee?

If you are-the lady on the phone told me that the referral program works for existing Bell customers. So if you tell people to do teh survey,and they sign up...then you get $20 off each person that signs up from your bell tv bill.

just a thought...
Sat, Nov 1st, 2008, 11:15 PM
dd125

thanks..
Sun, Nov 2nd, 2008, 01:11 AM
koala

Quote:

Originally Posted by nikkibk

chinook,

are you with Bell already?

If you aren't-why not sign up and not pay the rental fee?

If you are-the lady on the phone told me that the referral program works for existing Bell customers. So if you tell people to do teh survey,and they sign up...then you get $20 off each person that signs up from your bell tv bill.

just a thought...

Good deal. How did you find out about it? :smartass:
Sun, Nov 2nd, 2008, 08:44 AM
courtreporter

Qualify to be a Bell HDTV Ambassador - free HD system (survey monkey)

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?s...GHRGKHFA_3d_3d

Qualify to be a Bell HD TV AMBASSADOR and you can be eligible to test drive this FREE HD System by answering the attached questionnaire.

A Bell TV Ambassador is given a FREE HD Satellite System, installed for FREE with FREE HD sports programming.

Once you've experienced HD quality, feel free to share this great value with your friends via e-mail, word of mouth, and blogging!

Please take a few minutes to answer questions that will determine whether you qualify to be a Bell TV Ambassador.

Ambassadors are eligible to receive:

FREE Bell TV Satellite HD system
FREE Installation of the HD system in your home
FREE HD Sports Programming for 2 months

Eliminate Monthly HD CABLE Rental fees of $12.95/month ($155 yearly) by owning your HD system!

Total Approximate Value: $475

**The Ambassador program is available to Ontario residents only
Sun, Nov 2nd, 2008, 10:26 AM
ilovemykids

Merged same threads.
Sun, Nov 2nd, 2008, 03:41 PM
chinook

Quote:

Originally Posted by nikkibk

chinook,

are you with Bell already?

If you aren't-why not sign up and not pay the rental fee?

If you are-the lady on the phone told me that the referral program works for existing Bell customers. So if you tell people to do teh survey,and they sign up...then you get $20 off each person that signs up from your bell tv bill.

just a thought...

Nikkibk: I am with my local cable company. I have HD, Cable, Phone and Internet all in one package. At this time, I'm not thinking of switching, but it is good to know for the future. I still think that this Bell offer is great, probably way, way cheaper than mine. Thanks for letting everyone know about this.
Mon, Nov 3rd, 2008, 11:42 AM
FreebieChick

Will run this by my bf, thanks!

Is that your referral link?

and Welcome to SC :)
Tue, Nov 4th, 2008, 03:29 PM
slowdsl

Thanks for the link. This came at a good time since they recently added HBO and I hope they will have a HD version of it.
Wed, Nov 19th, 2008, 01:53 PM
BlackWalnut

FYI
From another Forum

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Scam of the Week: Beware of the "Free HD PVR" Bell Ambassador Program
This warning goes out to all member of a phishing attack by trying to sell you a Free BELL HD PVR or something called the Bell Ambassador Program.

It is a scam. On Multiple occasions, new members have signed up and have posted on Digital Home trying to sell this scam. It often encourages the users to fill out a questionnaire. Do NOT fill out the questionnaire .

Normally we delete this junk but these guys have been over the top and some of their posts have gotten through our filters.

We have notified Bell Canada.

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Wed, Nov 19th, 2008, 02:13 PM
kingy

bell was giving away free boxes about a year ago but of course, you have to sign up on a contract. its no different than getting a free cell phone with every 3 year contract.
Wed, Nov 19th, 2008, 02:31 PM
sampler

Someone needs to delete this thread ..or change the title to SCAM
Sun, Nov 23rd, 2008, 10:45 PM
Rockin' Kitty

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlackWalnut

FYI
From another Forum

************************************************** **************

Scam of the Week: Beware of the "Free HD PVR" Bell Ambassador Program
This warning goes out to all member of a phishing attack by trying to sell you a Free BELL HD PVR or something called the Bell Ambassador Program.

It is a scam. On Multiple occasions, new members have signed up and have posted on Digital Home trying to sell this scam. It often encourages the users to fill out a questionnaire. Do NOT fill out the questionnaire .

Normally we delete this junk but these guys have been over the top and some of their posts have gotten through our filters.

We have notified Bell Canada.

************************************************** *******************

What forum did you get this from?
Sun, Nov 23rd, 2008, 10:54 PM
Rockin' Kitty

If anyone is curious, give the survey company a call or email:

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Megan at [email protected] OR you can contact Charlene at 1-888-735-9777
Fri, Dec 12th, 2008, 11:58 PM
SCRawl

I signed up for the deal in the OP, and I can say that it's not a scam. It's different from the PVR one, since, well, it doesn't include a PVR. But the hardware is mine, and there's nothing more than a gentleman's agreement to subscribe to the (roughly) $50/month package for six months. After that I can cut it down to the basics, or tell them to zark off if I want, and the hardware is still mine. No contract at all.
Sat, Dec 13th, 2008, 02:32 PM
couponkristin

If you want a free bell HD receiver do this:
1. Call Bell
2. Tell them Rogers offered you a free HD receiver
3. Get it free

Couldn't be easier. I did the same but with Rogers. Technically I'm renting it for 2 years free but they said all I have to do in 2 years is call back and ask them to renew the promotion.... although in 2 years it will be obsolete and I'll want something better. It's not a contract either.