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Deals of the Hour / November 17, 2010, 5:42 pm

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Hulu Plus , the paid version of the popular video-streaming website Hulu, just opened up the paid TV streaming service to all users at a lower-than-expected price of $7.99 a month. Hulu Plus is offering a free, weeklong trial to all users, including those ... (Source: Walletpop.com 2010-11-18T00:53:22Z)

Yahoo Adding New Features: Twitter, Zynga, Local Deals

Yahoo, in an attempt to keep up with a fast changing online world, has added microblogging phenomenon Twitter and social networking game developer Zynga to its websites, the search company said Tuesday. Yahoo also revealed that it is experimenting with a ... (Source: Redorbit.com 2010-11-17T12:21:45Z)

Review: Samsung tablet good, but not good enough

When Apple released the iPad in April, it set a high bar for tablet computers. The first real competitor has arrived in Samsung's Galaxy Tab. With a touch screen that measures 7 inches diagonally, nearly three shorter than the iPad, the Tab is good — but ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-18T01:22:00Z)

Does death loom for Marvel's Ultimate Spider-Man?

Marvel Comics said Tuesday it will unveil a story line in Ultimate Spider-Man — a separate imprint from its other comics — with a title that may prove unsettling to the webslinger's fans: "Death of Spider-Man." The publisher is playing coy about what ... (Source: USA Today 2010-11-17T04:50:47Z)

Jets' Mark Sanchez limited, Jerricho Cotchery does not practice

FLORHAM PARK — Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez is limited at practice with an injured right calf that likely won't prevent him from playing in the next game Sunday against Houston. Sanchez had swelling in his right calf after being injured in the third ... (Source: Asbury Park Press 2010-11-17T21:04:18Z)

Walmart expands Black Friday hours, deals

NEW YORK - Walmart plans to open most of its stores at midnight the day after Thanksgiving, the company said Monday, becoming the latest in a series of retailers to expand hours to lure in shoppers who want to get a head-start on holiday bargain shopping ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-15T20:23:44Z)

Samsung Galaxy Tab price wars: US carriers face off

* The smallest on-contract data plan vs. the largest off-contract data plan. Does not include premium features (e.g. hotspot) or overage charges . Samsung's Galaxy Tab . You know our thoughts on the device , so let's assume you've passed the "should I buy ... (Source: engadget 2010-11-17T21:47:15Z)

Browns cornerback Wright not affected by wrongs

(AP) — Cleveland Browns cornerback Eric Wright knows there is nothing he can do but do better. Wright was burned for several big plays and touchdowns this season, including a game-winning TD last week in overtime against the New York Jets. He said ... (Source: Newsday 2010-11-17T20:35:40Z)

Jets' Mark Sanchez limited in practice, but expects to play Sun.

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez   (FSY) was limited at practice with an injured right calf that shouldn't prevent him from playing in New York's next game Sunday against Houston. "It's feeling OK," Sanchez said Wednesday. "I ... (Source: USA Today 2010-11-17T23:34:38Z)

U.S. Cellular to offer LG Apex, Samsung Galaxy Tab on November 19

U.S. Cellular today announced its fourth Android-based smartphone, the LG Apex, for a November 19 release. Like last month's Samsung Mesmerize , the Apex uses Android 2.1 and carries a price tag of $79.99 after an $80 mail-in rebate. Unlike the Galaxy S ... (Source: CNet 2010-11-17T18:19:40Z)

Phillies' Halladay Is NL Cy Young Winner

The Philadelphia Phillies' Roy Halladay added another victory to an almost perfect season Tuesday, unanimously winning the NL Cy Young Award and becoming the fifth pitcher to earn the honor in both leagues. "It's by far the most fun I've ever had playing ... (Source: NPR News 2010-11-17T00:25:55Z)

Kinect for Xbox 360 Hits Million Mark in Just 10 Days

REDMOND, Wash. , Nov. 15, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. today announced it has sold 1 million Kinect for Xbox 360 units worldwide in 10 days and is on pace to hit 5 million by the end of the year. The announcement comes a week before the biggest ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-15T23:08:22Z)

Stores opening on Thanksgiving Day

You better scarf down that turkey: Toys 'R' Us on Wednesday became the latest retailer to announce that it will open its doors on Thanksgiving Day. Stores have competed for years to offer the biggest deals at the most ungodly hours on Black Friday. First ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-17T16:03:39Z)

Kayak website operator files for IPO

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The operator of the popular Kayak.com website that aggregates airline, hotel and rental car deals, filed on Wednesday to raise as much as $50 million in an initial public offering. Kayak Software Corp's filing with the Securities and ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-17T23:56:06Z)

Retailers respond to leaks of Black Friday deals

- 2010blackfridayads.com:  Offers ad scans and features a countdown clock. Has contests, links to store hours and online specials and articles. - blackfriday.gottadeal.com: Posts text versions of ads, linked to scanned versions of ad items featured ... (Source: Florida Times-Union 2010-11-16T09:31:08Z)

Best Buy Offers Free Shipping

NEW YORK (November 17, 2010)--Best Buy is offering free shipping for online purchases of hundreds of thousands of items. Some items such as Apple Inc.'s iPads, video game consoles and major appliances are not part of the offer, however. All CDs, Blu-Ray ... (Source: KWTX 2010-11-17T17:51:02Z)

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Roy Halladay is unanimous NL Cy Young Award choice | Baseball

NEW YORK — Philadelphia's Roy Halladay unanimously won the National League Cy Young Award on Tuesday and became the fifth pitcher to earn the honor in both leagues. Halladay, who won the 2003 AL Cy Young when he was with the Toronto Blue Jays, went 21-10 ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-11-17T02:34:46Z)

Wal-Mart to open most stores at midnight on Black Friday, plans $298 laptop, $198 TV deal

NEW YORK - Wal-Mart plans to open most of its stores at midnight on Thanksgiving night, the company said Monday, becoming the latest in a series of retailers to expand hours to lure in shoppers who want to get a head-start on holiday bargain shopping. The ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-15T14:47:17Z)

Going wrong for Browns' Wright

BEREA, Ohio (AP) — It's gotten so bad, he's being called Eric Wrong. Browns cornerback Eric Wright is the first to admit he's not having nearly the season he hoped. Burned for several big plays and touchdowns, including a winning TD in overtime last week ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-11-17T22:51:41Z)

Kayak opts for IPO despite ITA 'risk'

Kayak has shrugged off the potential threat from the proposed deal that will see its software supplier ITA sold to Google by filing for an Initial Public Offering of its shares in the US . The travel search engine giant has proposed an IPO worth $50 ... (Source: Travolution 2010-11-17T15:13:33Z)

People,Places and Things

LONDON — Prince William finally became engaged to longtime girlfriend Kate Middleton , giving her his late mother's sapphire and diamond engagement ring, as Britain looked forward to its biggest royal wedding since Prince Charles married Lady Diana ... (Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette 2010-11-17T10:05:45Z)

Rex Ryan calls for fans to provide "loud-out"

FLORHAM PARK — Attention Jets tailgaters: Rex wants you to fire up your grills a little earlier this Sunday. Rex Ryan is challenging his offense to start fast, and is calling for the fans to be loud right from the opening kickoff against the Houston ... (Source: Asbury Park Press 2010-11-18T00:10:25Z)

Target, Best Buy, Toys R Us, Walmart hatch Black Friday deals

Big news for Black Friday shoppers! Target will sell $3 appliances and Best Buy is planning to offer Sony laptops for $399.99 and a Blu-Ray disc player by Toshiba for $59.99, according to Black Friday ads posted on gottadeal.com. Toys R Us will have Mega ... (Source: Sacramento Bee 2010-11-16T20:08:14Z)

Death of Spider-Man?

Marvel Comics said on Tuesday it will unveil a story line in Ultimate Spider-Man - a separate imprint from its other comics - with a title that may prove unsettling to the webslinger's fans: "Death of Spider-Man." Trick, or treat? The publisher is playing ... (Source: Indian Express 2010-11-17T06:31:00Z)

Roy Halladay perfect in Cy Young vote

R oy Halladay added another victory to an almost perfect season yesterday, unanimously winning the NL Cy Young Award and becoming the fifth pitcher to earn the honor in both leagues. "It's by far the most fun I've ever had playing this game," he ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-17T05:48:03Z)

Yahoo! Local Offers: Making Yahoo! a Home for Deals and Discounts

Tuesday, Yahoo! announced its very own deal service that by selling coupons and discounts for local businesses. Yahoo! will offer this in the US by partnering with 20 providers including Groupon Inc. and LivingSocial.com. "Local Offers Program" is Yahoo!'s ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-16T22:24:14Z)

Travel Site Kayak.com Files for IPO

Kayak Software Corp., whose site Kayak.com is a popular aggregator of flight and hotel deals, filed for an initial public offering Wednesday, with hopes of raising up to $50 million. The Norwalk, Conn., company did not say in its filing with the Securities ... (Source: ABC News 2010-11-17T23:06:00Z)

Black Friday 2010 Deals: Kinect for XBox 360 Arrives at ToysRUs November 4 with $20 Gift Card

Black Friday 2010 comes early with deals such as ToysRUs offering a $20 gift card with the purchase of an XBOX 360 4 GB console with Kinect. On November 4, 2010, Kinect for XBOX 360 arrives at ToysRUs for in-store and online shoppers. The XBox 360 4 GB ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-03T22:18:11Z)

Struggling Browns cornerback deals with Jets winning TD

Browns cornerback Eric Wright gave his most frank interview of the season today, in the wake of missing a game-deciding tackle on Santonio Holmes in overtime. Highlights of the interview: • On Holmes' touchdown: "The last play was what it was. I had ... (Source: Canton Repository 2010-11-17T18:26:49Z)

Yahoo jumps into the daily deals arena

Yahoo Inc. said this week that it is trying its hand at the daily deal game by aggregating offers from more than a dozen deal-of-the-day sites, including Groupon , LivingSocial and BuyWithMe . Yahoo will provide the service only in limited U.S. markets for ... (Source: InternetRetailer.com 2010-11-17T16:46:36Z)

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