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02 May: Best Buy’s the First U.S. Retailer to Offer Oculus Rift VR Demos

It’s one of this year’s most talked about products, and now you can see for yourself what all the excitement is about. The highly anticipated Oculus Rift virtual reality headset is coming to select Best Buy stores.

Best Buy is the first and only U.S. retailer where customers can try out Rift headsets in stores. Starting Saturday, May 7, we’ll have free in-store demos at The Intel Experience inside 48 Best Buy stores across the nation. Oculus Rift demos will be coming to additional Best Buy stores throughout the year, starting this summer.

By Best Buy Community Relations Company News PR News Alerts

28 Apr: Geek Squad Academy’s 10th Year of Summer Sessions Begin in May

Geek Squad Academy (GSA) is officially turning double digits! Entering its 10th year in 2016, GSA so far has inspired more than 30,000 kids from underserved communities to become the new generation of engineers, entrepreneurs, teachers, designers and dreamers.

The 2016 season kicks off on May 2 in Atlanta, Georgia, and will go coast-to-coast with more than 30 camps throughout summer and early fall. GSA works with local nonprofits and other organizations to provide much-needed technology education for students aged 10-18.

By Brynn Albrecht Company News Sustainability

26 Apr: Ease Up on Electricity Use With These 6 Tips

Whether you rent or own, making small adjustments to the way you use electricity in your home can help you save energy and money.

Check out these easy tips:

Change your lightbulbs to LED. They last longer and use up to 85 percent less energy than a standard incandescent bulb. The LED bulb becomes part of the family, lasting for up to 20 years — don’t forget to take that long-lasting, energy-efficient bulb with you the next time you move. If you’re feeling extra adventurous, check out the Philips Hue starter kit to learn more about LEDs that allow you to change colors and control the lights from your smartphone or tablet.

By Best Buy Company News PR News Alerts

25 Apr: What Does Mom Really Want for Mother’s Day? Best Buy Asked

Mom wears many hats. She cheerleads. She organizes. She comforts. She teaches … and so much more. She’s the glue that helps keep the family and household connected and running smoothly.

That’s why we celebrate her every year on Mother’s Day (May 8, this year). Sometimes it can be hard to find the gift that expresses your gratitude for everything she does for you. Did she really like that coffee mug last year?

Best Buy recently conducted a national study to better understand what moms really want on Mother’s Day, especially when it comes to technology.

By Suzanne Hilker Company News Sustainability

22 Apr: On Earth Day, 5 Tips For Efficient Laundry

Laundry is a part of life, and on this Earth Day, we want to spin through some tips for conserving energy while cleaning your clothes.

Appliances that use less energy and water can also help you spend less money on utility bills.

Whether you’re shopping for a new washer and/or dryer, or want to be more efficient with the appliances you already have, this information might come in handy.

Look for ENERGY STAR® certified washers. They use about 25 percent less energy, which can help save you about $40 a year on your utility bill compared with a standard model.

By John Vomhof Jr. Company News

20 Apr: Allergy Season: Break Out the Tissues (and the Tech)

The snow has melted, birds are singing and the flowers are starting to bloom. Unfortunately, for millions of allergy sufferers, that means it’s sneezing season…

Ah-ah-achoo!

But spring shouldn’t be miserable, and it doesn’t have to be. We talked to a couple of allergy experts to learn how technology can help you minimize the sniffles and sneezes.

Here are three examples:

1) Allergy apps

There are some great smartphone apps, such as Pollen.com’s Alergy Alert and WebMD Allergy, that provide info on the pollen index in your area.

By Suzanne Hilker Company News Sustainability

18 Apr: An Earth Month Memo from Your Smart House

Pssst. It’s me, your smart house. Just wanted to give you an update of what’s going on at home. The bus is almost here, and I’m busy getting ready for the kids.

Your smart thermostat just kicked in, making the house the perfect temperature. I’ll make sure your kids don’t mess with it, too.

The sprinkler system is not running because it rained this morning. You know I don’t like to waste water.

I have a feeling that new gaming system is using too much energy, but I’ll let you know for sure because I’m monitoring it.

By Chris Havens Company News Geek Squad

15 Apr: The Bond Between an Agent and a Geekmobile

Geek Squad Agent Richard Hart got to know his Geekmobile really well. After all, they drove nearly 95,000 miles together.

Agent Hart and his Geek Squad colleagues across the country drive to 13,000 house calls a day to help customers learn about and enjoy technology. And, over the years, the Geekmobile has become a highly recognizable symbol of Geek Squad’s reliability, trustworthiness and tech expertise.

With Best Buy announcing the selection of the Toyota Prius c as the new Geekmobile vehicle earlier this week, it seems like a fitting time to reflect on the bond between Agents and their cars.

By Best Buy Company News

13 Apr: Got Your Taxes Done? We Have 5 Tips for Filing Safely

The April 18 deadline to file taxes is fast approaching, and we have some advice for you procrastinators on how to protect your data — and money — from hackers and scammers.

And if you’ve already sent your stuff in, some of this might help you prepare for next year.

The IRS is expecting more than 150 million returns this year, and about 80 percent of them will be prepared using software. With so many people filing their taxes on their own, it makes it even more important to have strong passwords, a safe place to archive sensitive documents and a healthy dose of skepticism.

By Kevin Flanagan Company News

12 Apr: #SquadGoals: Von Miller Becomes an Agent

Von Miller is a Super Bowl MVP, dancing phenom, self-proclaimed nerd and now… an official Geek.

The pro football star filled out a Geek Squad job app Sunday night and, true to Geek Squad tradition was deputized in record time by Geek Squad Chief Inspector Nate Bauer Monday morning. With that came a nifty new badge. (It usually takes 18 months for agents to earn one.)

No doubt excited, Von took to social media to show it off.

Like my new ride?

By John Vomhof Jr. Company News Geek Squad Lifestyle PR News Alerts

11 Apr: Best Buy’s Geek Squad Rolls Out New Geekmobile, Updated Logo

With a brand new ride and refreshed logo, Geek Squad is all revved up for the road ahead.

Best Buy announced today the dispatch of nearly 1,000 Toyota Prius c hybrids nationwide to serve as our new Geekmobile vehicles. The new Geekmobile, boldly bearing the updated logo, better reflects today’s new Geek Squad — the nationwide tech-support task force that is continually expanding its services to keep pace with ever-changing technology.

When Geek Squad began more than 20 years ago, it was a small, local business dedicated solely to repairing personal computers.

By John Vomhof Jr. Company News PR News Alerts

08 Apr: Best Buy, Citi Add Pay With Points to Growing Payment Options

Forget checking the couch cushions for spare change. It’s time to check your credit card rewards balance for unused points instead.

Best Buy customers can now use Citi ThankYou Points to pay for all or a portion of most purchases made on BestBuy.com, making it easy and convenient to redeem their points for top tech products.

Consumer electronics are already among the most sought-after redemption categories in the ThankYou Rewards program, and this partnership offers a new, more versatile way for Citi ThankYou members to get items they want the most.

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