Promotion review — Free Accessories with Acer Chromebook Plus 516
Overview: This retailer promotion advertises free accessories when purchasing the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 family. Two specific SKUs appear in the listing: the higher‑spec Intel Core i5 model (NX.JCLEK.006) and the Core i3 model (NX.JCMEK.003). Both are 16″ Chromebooks running ChromeOS and are shown as in stock with next‑day delivery.
Acer Chromebook Plus 516 — Intel Core i5 (SKU: NX.JCLEK.006)
- Key specs (as shown): Intel Core i5‑1334U CPU, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 16″ WUXGA display, ChromeOS, Wi‑Fi 6 support.
- Price and savings: £469.97 (Save £38).
- Payment options shown: “From £23 per month” and Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £156.66.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow (as listed).
- Free accessory note: Listing invites customers to “Claim FREE Accessories”. Exact accessories are not described in the excerpt — expect the full list and claim instructions on the product page or at checkout.
- Pros: Large 16″ screen for productivity, Core i5 performance for heavier web and Android app use on ChromeOS, Wi‑Fi 6 for faster networking.
- Cons / considerations: ChromeOS has app and peripheral limitations compared with Windows/macOS (suitable for web‑centric users). The accessory bundle contents are not specified in the information provided — confirm what’s included before purchase.
- Best for: Students and professionals who want a responsive, large‑screen Chromebook for browsing, cloud apps and light multitasking.
Acer Chromebook Plus 516 — Intel Core i3 (SKU: NX.JCMEK.003)
- Key specs (as shown): Intel Core i3‑1315U CPU, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD, 16″ Full HD display, lightweight slim design, Wi‑Fi & Bluetooth.
- Price and savings: £299.98 (Save £102).
- Payment options shown: “From £15 per month” and Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £99.99.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow (as listed).
- Free accessory note: Also shows “Claim FREE Accessories”. As above, exact items are not specified in the excerpt; verify on the product page.
- Pros: Very strong value at the listed price, 16″ display in a slim form factor, suitable for everyday tasks and students.
- Cons / considerations: 128GB SSD is modest if you expect lots of local files (Chromebooks typically rely on cloud storage), and Core i3 is less powerful than the i5 model.
- Best for: Budget buyers and students who want a large display Chromebook for general web, streaming and productivity apps.
Notes and advice (Free Accessories promotion): The listing indicates a free accessories promotion but does not enumerate the accessories in the excerpt. Before purchasing, confirm which accessories are included, whether they are automatically added at checkout or require a separate claim, and whether any accessory selection (colour/model) is available. Promotional accessory availability may be limited and subject to stock. Also confirm the retailer’s returns policy for promotional bundles.
Promotion review — Free 3 Year Extended Warranty (Laptops Direct promotional group)
Overview: Laptops Direct is showing a promotion that lets customers “Claim your FREE 3‑Year Warranty” on a range of predominantly Acer TravelMate business laptops (14 product entries shown). The promotion appears across multiple configurations and screen sizes. The listing repeatedly shows “Claim your FREE 3‑Year Warranty” next to each SKU.
Important high‑level points:
- The listing shows each product with its SKU, core specs, price, savings, monthly payment (where listed) and next‑day or near‑term delivery dates.
- Some product bullets in the excerpt also mention “1 year warranty” — this likely refers to the manufacturer’s default warranty. The promotion text elsewhere states “FREE 3‑Year Warranty” — confirm with the retailer how the free 3‑year cover is delivered (extended warranty registration, added at checkout, or included on invoice).
- Payment options: each product shows “From £X per month” and “Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £Y.” Typical “Pay in 3” amounts are displayed per product.
- Availability: Many items show “In Stock – Delivery from tomorrow” or specific delivery dates (e.g., “Delivery from Tues 11th Nov”).
Individual product highlights (items listed with the free 3‑year warranty claim)
Below are the items shown in the excerpt, with the details as listed. Where bullet points or prices were included in the original excerpt, those are reproduced here exactly as shown.
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Acer TravelMate P2 — Intel Core i5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 14″ — SKU: NX.BD3EK.005
- Highlights: Intel Core i5 120U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 14″ Full HD, Windows 11 Pro.
- Price: £544.97 (SAVE £177).
- Payment: From £19 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £181.66.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow.
- Extras: “1 Matching Security & AntiVirus Software available” is shown for this listing.
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Acer TravelMate P2 — Intel Core i5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 15.6″ — SKU: NX.BGPEK.006
- Highlights: Core i5 120U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 15.6″ Full HD, Windows 11.
- Price: £564.97 (SAVE £232).
- Payment: From £20 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £188.32.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow.
- Extras: “1 Matching Security & AntiVirus Software available”.
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Acer TravelMate — Intel Core Ultra 5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 16″ — SKU: NX.B9BEK.001
- Highlights: Core Ultra 5 125U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 16″ 1920 x 1200, Windows 11 Pro.
- Price: £732.97 (SAVE £200).
- Payment: From £26 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £244.32.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow.
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Acer TravelMate P2 — Intel Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 14″ — SKU: NX.BD3EK.006
- Price: £697.97 (SAVE £146).
- Payment: From £24 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £232.66.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow.
- Extras: “1 Matching Security & AntiVirus Software available”.
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Acer TravelMate P2 — Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 14″ — SKU: NX.BD3EK.002
- Bullets shown include “Core i5 120U Processor”, “14 Inch Full HD Screen”, “8GB RAM”, “256GB SSD”, and “1 year warranty” (note: the listing also advertises a free 3‑year warranty claim).
- Price: £498.97 (SAVE £173).
- Payment: From £24 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £166.32.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow.
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Acer TravelMate P6 — Intel Core i7 1355U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 14″ — SKU: NX.B0AEK.002
- Highlights: Core i7 1355U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 14″ 1920 x 1200 display, Windows 11 Pro, “Military‑Grade Durability”.
- Price: £1,139.97 (SAVE £149).
- Payment: From £39 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £379.99.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow.
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Acer TravelMate Spin — Core Ultra 7 155U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 14″ touchscreen — SKU: NX.B7WEK.004
- Highlights: 14″ 1920 x 1200 touchscreen, 360° hinge (convertible), Windows 11 Pro.
- Price: £919.97 (SAVE £280).
- Payment: From £32 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £306.66.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow.
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Acer TravelMate P2 14 TMP214-55-G2-TCO — Intel Core i5-1335U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 14″ — SKU: NX.B9CEK.004
- Noted bullets in the excerpt include “Intel Core 7 Processor” and “AI‑Powered Performance” (the snippet appears to mix several descriptors). The price shown is £712.97 (SAVE £62).
- Payment: From £25 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £237.66.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from Tues 11th Nov (as listed).
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Acer TravelMate P2 — Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 14″ — SKU: NX.B9CEK.002
- Bullets include “Core i5 1335U”, “8GB RAM & 256GB SSD”, “14” Full HD Screen”, and built‑in security features (Acer ProShield Plus, TPM 2.0).
- Price: £664.97 (SAVE £59).
- Payment: From £23 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £221.66.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from Tues 11th Nov.
- Extras: “1 Matching Security & AntiVirus Software available”.
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Acer TravelMate P2 — Core Ultra 5 16GB/512GB 15.6″ — SKU: NX.BLPEK.002
- Price: £802.97 (SAVE £158).
- Payment: From £28 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £267.66.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from Tues 11th Nov.
- Extras: “1 Matching Security & AntiVirus Software available”.
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Acer TravelMate P6 — Core Ultra 7 16GB/512GB 14″ — SKU: NX.BJLEK.001
- Price: £1,487.97 (SAVE £180).
- Payment: From £51 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £495.99.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from Tues 11th Nov.
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Acer TravelMate — Core Ultra 5 16GB/512GB 14″ Windows 11 Pro — SKU: NX.B7WEK.003
- Price: £813.97 (SAVE £60).
- Payment: From £28 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £271.32.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from Tues 11th Nov.
- Notable claim: “Weighs just 1.0kg” for the lightweight model listed.
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Acer TravelMate P6 — Core i5 16GB/512GB 14″ — SKU: NX.B0AEK.001
- Price: £997.97 (SAVE £71).
- Payment: From £35 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £332.66.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from Tues 11th Nov.
- Extras: “1 Matching Security & AntiVirus Software available”.
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Acer TravelMate P6 — Core Ultra 7 16GB/512GB 14″ — SKU: NX.B5SEK.001
- Price: £1,429.97 (SAVE £128).
- Payment: From £49 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £476.66.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from Tues 11th Nov.
- Extras: “1 Matching Security & AntiVirus Software available”.
Pros of this warranty promotion
- Three years of additional warranty coverage can meaningfully extend protection beyond a typical 1‑year manufacturer warranty (if the free warranty is indeed applied as an extended policy).
- Applies across a broad set of business‑oriented Acer TravelMate models — options for users who prioritise durability and manageability.
- Payment flexibility shown (monthly and Pay in 3 options).
Cons / important caveats
- The excerpt does not provide the full extended warranty terms (what is covered, exclusions, claim process, on‑site vs return‑to‑base, accidental damage or not). You must read the retailer’s full warranty policy and extended‑warranty T&Cs before relying on the promotion.
- Some product bullets still reference “1 year warranty” while the page advertises a free 3‑year warranty. Confirm whether the free 3‑year coverage replaces or augments any manufacturer warranty and whether registration/claim is required.
- Promotional availability, prices and savings are shown as of the original listing and may change. Warranty claims are typically subject to standard terms (e.g., proof of purchase, serial number registration) — confirm details on the product page.
Promotion review — Laptops Direct (general deals listing / Black Friday highlights)
Overview: The broader Laptops Direct listing contains a large range of new and refurbished laptops across brands (Apple, Acer, Dell, Lenovo, Samsung, MSI, HP, Medion and others). The excerpt shows sample products across everyday, business, gaming and creative categories, with prices, savings and payment options. This section summarises the most notable offers and the payment and finance terms displayed in the excerpt.
Selected product highlights from the listing (as shown)
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Apple MacBook Air 13.3″ (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 2020) — SKU: MGN63B/A
- Price: £549.97 (SAVE £149).
- Payment: From £19 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £183.32.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow; Free delivery to most of the UK noted.
- Best for: Students and users who want a compact MacBook for everyday tasks with excellent battery life.
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Refurbished Dell Latitude 5490 — Core i5, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 14″ — SKU: T1/5490i516GB256GBW10P
- Price: £299.97 (SAVE £50).
- Payment: From £15 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £99.99.
- Extras: “Excellent Condition” refurbished grade; Free Norton VPN for 1 year.
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Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro — Intel Core Ultra 7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 14″ AMOLED — SKU: NP944XHA-KG2UK
- Price: £949.97 (SAVE £778).
- Payment: From £33 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £316.66.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow.
- Finance note shown on the page: “0% Interest for 4 months available on purchases over £99 · Or Pay in 3 interest‑free payments (purchases £30‑£2000)”.
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MSI Cyborg 15 (gaming) — Core i7, 16GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060, 15.6″ 144Hz
- Price: £999.00 (SAVE £150).
- Payment: From £35 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £333.00.
- Best for: Gamers who want a current GPU with a high refresh rate display.
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Refurbished Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 — Core i7 (12th gen), 16GB, 512GB, 13.5″
- Price: £749.97 (SAVE £550).
- Payment: From £26 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £249.99.
- In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow.
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HP 255 G10 — AMD Ryzen 5, 16GB, 512GB, 15.6″
- Price: £369.97 (SAVE £294).
- Payment: From £18 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £123.32.
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Medion ERAZER Deputy 15 P1 — Core i7‑13620H, 16GB DDR5, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060
- Price: £979.97 (SAVE £169).
- Payment: From £34 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £326.66.
- Extras: Free delivery and 2 year warranty in the listing.
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Apple MacBook Air 15.3″ (M2, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 2023) — SKU: MQKV3B/A
- Price: £1,289.97 (SAVE £309).
- Payment: From £45 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £429.99.
- Availability: In Stock — Delivery from tomorrow; Free delivery to most of the UK.
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Apple MacBook Pro 14.2″ (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD)
- Price: £1,419.97 (SAVE £79).
- Payment: From £49 per month; Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £473.32.
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Various other models shown:
- Lenovo, HP and MSI mid‑range machines (e.g., Lenovo V15 G4, HP 255 G9, MSI Katana 15), typically with explicit prices, savings and Pay in 3 monthly instalments.
- Refurbished options are listed in parallel with new units; refurbished items may carry different warranties and states such as “Excellent Condition” and include promotional extras (e.g., Free Norton VPN for 1 year).
Finance & checkout terms shown on the listing (direct quotes from excerpt):
- “Pay in 3 interest‑free payments (purchases £30‑£2000)”.
- “0% Interest for 4 months available on purchases over £99 · Or Pay in 3 interest‑free payments (purchases £30‑£2000)”.
- Individual product pages show both a “From £X per month” finance figure and an exact “Pay in 3 interest‑free payments of £Y” value for the product shown.
Pros of this broad deals listing
- Wide selection spanning entry level, business, creative and gaming categories.
- Clear “Save” values displayed for many items — good for price comparison.
- Flexible payment options (monthly finance and Pay in 3) are shown on many products.
Cons / important caveats
- Promotional finance offers are subject to credit approval, and the excerpt does not provide the full finance provider terms. “From £X per month” figures are indicative; your actual offers may vary.
- Product pages should be consulted for full spec details — the listing excerpt occasionally shows inconsistent copy (e.g., different storage sizes referenced in bullets vs price block). Verify exact model configuration on the product page before buying.
- Refurbished items differ in grading and warranty; check the refurbishment grade, included accessories, battery condition and warranty length on refurbished product pages.
Consolidated terms, conditions and checklist — what you must verify before purchase
- Warranty promotion mechanics: For any “FREE 3‑Year Warranty” or similar offer, confirm whether the retailer automatically applies the extended warranty, whether registration is required, whether the free cover is an extension of the manufacturer’s warranty or a separate retailer policy, and exactly what is covered (accidental damage vs manufacturing defects, on‑site repair vs return‑to‑base, claim limits, exclusions).
- Free accessories: Confirm the exact accessories included, whether the accessory is included in every region or SKU, whether a claim code or redemption is required, and how returns are handled for bundled promotional items.
- Prices and availability: The excerpt shows explicit prices, savings and delivery dates “as shown on the original listing.” Prices, savings and stock can change rapidly during promotions — verify at checkout.
- Finance and “Pay in 3” rules: The listing includes “Pay in 3 interest‑free payments” and a quoted range “purchases £30‑£2000”. Finance offers typically require eligibility checks and are provided by third‑party finance providers — check the product checkout for the provider’s full terms, representative APR (if applicable), late payment fees and eligibility criteria.
- 0% interest offers: The listing shows “0% Interest for 4 months available on purchases over £99” for some offers — confirm whether this applies to your basket and read the finance provider’s T&Cs.
- Delivery and returns: Confirm delivery timelines, shipping costs and returns policy for promotional bundles (accessories/warranty may affect return handling). Promotional bundles can complicate refunds or exchanges — ask how returns are handled for multi‑item bundles and whether promotions need to be returned together.
- Product configuration and copy inconsistencies: If any listing text appears inconsistent (different SSD capacity, warranty durations), verify the exact SKU, configuration and included software/accessories on the product page or by contacting customer service before purchase.
Bottom line — shopper guidance
- These promotions offer solid value for business and everyday users: free accessories or extended warranty claims can increase total value. The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 models represent strong Chromebook value at the prices shown; the TravelMate series targets business users who value durability and security.
- Do not assume the free accessory or free extended warranty is automatic — confirm claim mechanics, coverage details and any registration or redemption required at the retailer’s checkout or product page.
- Finance figures shown are indicative; verify eligibility and full finance terms during checkout. Budget accordingly for the Pay in 3 instalments or other monthly finance options.
- If buying refurbished items, check the refurbishment grade, included warranty and any included extras to avoid surprises.
Final recommendation: If a specific SKU shown here matches your needs, go to the product page (or contact the retailer) to confirm the exact configuration, promotional accessory/warranty mechanics, finance eligibility and the full terms of the extended warranty before completing the purchase.