Beware of the Microsoft Store smartphone and tablet trade in promo

Sometimes it's just too good to be true. We ran a story recently about Microsoft's latest trade in promo which says they'll give up to $250 store credit for working smartphones and tablets.

The offer states user who bring in a 'working smartphone or tablet may receive upt to $250 of store credit, possibly towards a Surface 2.'

Of course, the fine print is that to be eligible for trade in, product must power on and be in fully functional, working condition without broken/missing components, cracked display/housing or liquid damage, cannot be password protected, and include original chargers/accessories.

What they don't tell you is that you can't just bring any working tablet or smartphone. There's an actual list of products that they will take and if your device isn't on that list then your'e not getting a rebate.

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First look at the Microsoft Store at the Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto

Text and photos by Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

The new Microsoft Store opens tomorrow at the Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto and not only is it the first flagship Microsoft Store in Toronto, it is also Microsoft's first International store outside the 30-odd stores it has in the US.

Focusing on users and solutions, the store will be staffed by 70 sales associates and product experts catering to various lines. Expect to see solutions for the small business, education as well as prominent areas for Windows 8 software and devices, Windows Phone and XBox gaming.

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Where to buy Microsoft's Surface tablet tomorrow

This Friday is when Microsoft begins shipping Windows 8 and starts selling its entry into the modern tablet market known as Microsoft Surface, which was open to pre-order a week ago. You can order online but it will take 1 to 2 weeks to get the device. 

Microsoft has a number of temporary pop-up stores in the following locations. Burnaby, British Columbia (Metropolis at Metrotown); Edmonton, Alberta (West Edmonton Mall); Toronto (Eaton Centre); Vancouver, BC (Oakridge Centre). The photo above is of the Eaton Centre pop-up store in Toronto. (photo by Gadjo C. Sevilla)

First Canadian Microsoft Store to open in Yorkdale Mall on November 16

We've just received confirmation that the first Canadian Microsoft Store in the Yorkdale Mall in Toronto is set to open on November 16th. This is one month after Windows 8 is expected to launch but early for the holiday buying season. More information can be found in the Microsoft Store webpage, the Microsoft Facebook Page or Twitter.