labboypro said:On another note, I used the code "friggin10" to get $30 GCs from them for $27. Used to work at 20% off on the $50 GCs but they're "sold out" (not sure how you can be sold out of GCs). Bought 5 of them for $135... and will use those to activate. 10% is better'n squat I suppose a retailer can "sell out" of gift cards because their embedded value must reside on physical cards -- which, after all, must be procured. Still, I see your point -- how much would it cost Sirius to keep a few thousand extra pieces of plastic at the warehouse?

Furthermore, as they are non-refundable and represent cash up front, Sirius would love to sell the higher denomination in place of the $30 GC. Strictly from a professional standpoint, the individual(s) who dropped the ball deserve a demotion.

In any case, the Sirius Store has restocked their supply of $50 Programming Gift Cards. However, friggin10 now only buys one a 10% discount on the $50 GCs -- which as you noted is welcome nonetheless.

Somebody mentioned being taxed on GCs... my online receipt showed that as well, so I figured I'd have to do some battling when they tried to tax me again on the service when I paid with the GC's. However, I just got a ship confirmation email that shows zero tax (which makes sense)...

Dear Kenneth,

We just wanted you to know that we have shipped your order (#xxxxxx).

ORDER INFORMATION

Order #: xxxxxx
Order Items: 5
Sub total: $ 150.00
Shipping: $ 4.41
Insurance: $ 0.00
Tax: $ 0.00
Discount: -$ 19.41
Grand Total: $ 135.00

Your order is being shipped to:

blah blah blah