CNET: PS3 for $99.99 (after some work)

[repete66211]

CNET has an article "How to get a PlayStation 3 for $100". Naturally, there's a catch--a multi-step process that requires you to have good credit, jump through some hoops and spend a lot of money. So technically this is not a sale, it's just a manipulation of the system.

Step 1: Sign up for Sony's no fee PS3 Visa card.
Step 2: Buy the 80GB PS3 on sonystyle.com for $399.99.
Step 3: In 8-12 weeks Sony will issue a $100 credit.
Step 4: Charging $3,000 on the card in the next 6 months will result in two $100 credits, bringing total cost down to $99.99.

So this isn't a barn burner, but if you a.) plan on buying a PS3 soon, b.) put about $500/month on credit cards and c.) have good credit, then it's a pretty good deal.

Note: Assuming you pay off the balance during the grace period that's a 10% discount.