I'm in central PA. I purchased 2 cards, waited 3+ hours and the cards didn't work. Spent 30+ minutes in chat with 2 CSR's who could only parrot..."$25 cards don't work in The eBook Store".
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L > When I enter the code I get "Sorry, that coupon code is not valid". I don't even get to the point of entering the PIN.
Franke_ > Thanks for waiting, Linda.
Franke_ > Linda, I understand your concern and really keen to help you with this.
Franke_ > However, the $25 Gift card purchased from Target is not compatible with the eBook Store.
Franke_ > Hence, it's not possible to use the Gift Cards with the eBook Store.
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L > So...why are you telling me that Sony eBook Store Gift Cards are incompatible with the eBook Store?
Franke_ > I'm really keen to help you, however, it's not possible to use the $25 GiftCard with Sony eBook Store.
Franke_ > However, you can use the $15 Gift Card from target and use it with the eBook Store.
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This was the 2nd person repeating this garbage. Grrr. I guess I'll wait a few more hours before calling CS. My experience with Sony chat is almost enough hassle for me to consider returning this thing (even if it was a gift!)