American Eagle Giving Out free Phones

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Try on a pair of jeans at American Eagle and you'll be eligible to receive a free smartphone (after instant discount and signing on for a new two-year contract) and a free $25 AE "Money Card." More than 40 phones are available to choose from, including brands such as BlackBerry and Android-platform models. "How it works: As customers exit the AE fitting rooms after trying on jeans, they will receive a special card that explains how to select their phone and carrier at ae.com/jeans. The new phone and $25 AE Money Card is sent to the customer via FedEx. Users will be given the opportunity to download an AE logo to their phone deck that acts as a direct link to the AE mobile site. Online shoppers will receive the special card in their order shipment with every denim purchase." [Racked Inbox]