Easynews Retention Jumps to 1,700 Days

Earlier this month Easynews doubled web retention.  Great news for members using the web interface but what if you want to go back more than 400 days?  That’s where Easynews NNTP retention comes into play.  They continue to grow the non-web retention and now support 1,700 days of binaries.  Easynews offers unlimited NNTP for $9.95 a month.  They also give new users a chance to test the web interface for free.

Easynews Retention Update

The Easynews web interface is by far the best around.  Browse over 400 days of binary retention through your web browser.  With the ability to search for content, view images, preview and stream.  All without any software.  Then if you want to go beyond 400 days you can fire up your favorite newsreader and browse up to 1,700 days of retention. You can check out our Easynews web interface review to see some of the features in action.

Confused by NNTP vs. web retention?  If so here’s a quick explanation:

  • NNTP retention uses newsgroup software like SABnzbd, Newsbin Pro, NewsLeecher, or Binreader to browse and download from Usenet.  Easynews includes NNTP access with all their plans.  They also have the option of unlimited NNTP Usenet for just $9.95 a month.  With or without a corresponding web plan.
  • The web interface and web retention are unique to Easynews.  A great choice for those new to Usenet who don’t want to mess with installing a client.  Use the web interface to search for content, preview, stream and download.  Easynews also supports iOS and Android.  New members can try it free for 14 days.

Cheers to the Easynews team as they surpass four and a half years of binary retention.  With increased web retention and other enhancements, they continue to expand the service.  You should check them out.

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Web Usenet Takes a Leap Forward

We enjoy sharing updates from Usenet providers and software developers on a regular basis.  A lot of times the changes are incremental or focus on a very specific feature.  Every now and then we get a game changer.  Something that will completely change the experience for users.  This is definitely one of those times.  Easynews just announced that for the first time ever they are increasing web retention for all members.

Easynews increases web retention

We have a lot to talk about in this post but I don’t want to leave you hanging on the most important news.  The increase in web-Usenet retention.  Previously members had access to 150 days (Classic) or 200 days (Plus and BigGig) of binary files.  That changes today.  Now all members have access to 400 days of web retention.  Easynews more than doubled the number and their just getting started.  You can expect to see even more retention added this month.  We look forward to watching the growth of web retention moving forward.

Web retention wasn’t the only change Easynews made to their site and service plans.  We’ll keep going back to it though as new and existing members just got a huge upgrade without any increase in price.  In addition Easynews has streamlined their new site design and made the sign up process much easier.  No more full page of data entry to sign up.  The registration process is more user friendly and much faster to complete.

Let’s take a closer look at the Easynews web-based Usenet plans:

Easynews web plans

  • BigGig – 150 GB a month + unlimited NNTP, rollover gigs and 12 GB loyalty bonus
  • Plus Plan – 40 GB a month + rollover gigs and 2 GB loyalty bonus
  • Classic Plan – 20 GB a month + rollover gigs and 1 GB loyalty bonus
  • BigGig, Plus and Classic plans all include 400+ days of web retention

Need to go back more than 400 days to find content?  If so Easynews has you covered.  Members can use free Usenet clients like SABnzbd, Binreader or GrabIt along with premium newsreaders like Newsbin and Newsleecher to access 1,610 days of binary retention.  The usage is simply taken off your monthly allotment of gigs.  They also offer an unlimited NNTP account.  BigGig members receive unlimited NNTP free of charge.

We could go on and on about the features in Easynews web interface but it’s better to try it for yourself.  You can search, preview and download content from within your web browser.  It works with all the major web browsers.  There are also some cool iOS and Android apps available.  Our favorite is EZ Global Search.  We enjoy using it on both iPhone and iPad.  Android users can try out EZ Usenet and EasyBrowser apps.

As we mentioned earlier you can’t fully appreciate Easynews without trying the web interface for yourself.  Check out their new site design and look over the plan and service features.  Once you’ve had a chance to get familiar with the specifics you can test drive the service for free.  Sign up for their 14 day free trial and test out the web interface.  You will automatically have access to 400+ days of binary retention through your web browser.

Easynews Tops 1,600 Days of Retention

While Easynews is best known for their award winning web interface, they are also focused on providing a quality experience for NNTP users.  Meaning those who use newsreaders like SABnzbd or Newsbin to access their servers.  Easynews is focused on continually improving their service.  They recently increased NNTP binary retention.  Their latest update brings retention up to 1,610 days.  Easynews members can enjoy the extra NNTP retention without paying more for it.  New users can sign up for unlimited NNTP access for just $9.95 a month.

Easynews 1,600 days NNTP binary retention

While NNTP retention just got a nice boost, the Easynews web interface is a very good fit for those new to Usenet.  It allows you to browse through over half a year of binaries without installing Usenet client software.  The web interface will let you view images, preview, stream and download content.  All from your web browser.  Read our Easynews web interface review to learn more about the features and see it in action.  The 1,610 days of NNTP retention gives you over four years of access using a newsreader like Newsbin Pro or Binreader.

Here’s a quick comparison of Easynews NNTP retention and web retention:

  • NNTP retention uses popular software clients like Newsbin Pro, NewsLeecher, SABnzbd, or GrabIt to connect and download from newsgroups.  Easynews includes a limited amount of NNTP access with all their plans.  You can sign up for unlimited NNTP for just $9.95 a month.  With or without a web account.
  • Easynews web interface and web retention are unique to the service.  Nothing else comes close to matching their web client.  It’s great for those who want to enjoy Usenet without configuring software.  Use the web interface to search, preview, stream and download.  New members can try it free for 14 days.

Cheers to the Easynews team as they surpass 1,600 days of NNTP binary retention.  Take a look at their $9.95 unlimited NNTP special.  You’ll enjoy unlimited Usenet plus a free trial of their popular web interface.

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Free Usenet Access : Best Free Newsgroup Trials

Earlier we posted a list of the best Usenet provider deals.  Today we’ll be covering the best free trial offers.  As several leading Usenet providers including Easynews, NewshostingUseNetServer and NewsDemon offer free Usenet trials to help you test the service.  In hopes that you’ll enjoy the free Usenet access and become a fan of the service for years to come.  The free Usenet trials listed below include a set period of time and maximum amount of downloads.  For example 14 days and up to 10 GB.  Giving you two weeks and up to 10 gigs of downloads to decide whether to keep the service or cancel during the trial period.  Those new to Usenet might consider the Easynews trial first since their web interface makes Usenet very simple to use.  The other providers require that you configure a newsreader to download from newsgroups.

Easynews Free Usenet Trial – 14 Days, 10 GB (Web Usenet)

Easynews is the perfect solution for new Usenet fans and those who would rather not have to configure a newsreader client.  Offering over 200 days of web Usenet retention along with nearly 1,600+ days of NNTP rentention.  You can expect solid speed and secure (SSL) web Usenet access from Easynews.  The all-in-one service takes care of everything.  Allowing you to easily search for content, download and even stream directly from your web browser.  Take advantage of the Easynews free trial and enjoy two weeks and up to 10 gigs of free Usenet access.

Newshosting Free Usenet Trial – 14 Days, 30 GB Downloads

Newshosting has tripled their free trial offer.  Enjoy 30 gigs of free Usenet downloads over two weeks.  Giving you plenty of time to test the download speed and reliability of Newshosting.  Both of which are very good.  Newshosting offers 1,600+ days of binary retention, 60 SSL connections, newsreader and free Easynews web access with their XL Powerpack account.  Those interested in the NH Unlimited plan will want to check out our $9.99 special.  Take advantage of the super sized Newshosting free trial and enjoy 30 gigs of free Usenet downloads over a two week period.

UseNetServer Free Usenet Trial – 14 Days, 10 GB Downloads

UseNetServer offers a two week free trial including up to 10 GB of free downloads.  The quality of service is excellent.  Offering over 1,600+ days of binary retention, unlimited downloads, uncapped speed and up to 20 SSL connections with their High-Speed Plus account.  Along with a cool free Usenet search feature (UNS Global Search) and news servers located in the US and Europe.  Check out our $10 UNS special to save on unlimited Usenet access.  Sign up for the UseNetServer free trial and enjoy 10 GB of free Usenet access over two weeks.

NewsDemon Free Usenet Trial – 7 Days, 15 GB, Newsreader

NewsDemon offers a one week free trial including up to 15 GB of Usenet downloads.  The service comes with several extras including a free registered copy of News Rover newsreader and 30 GB of online storage with unlimited Usenet accounts.  With nearly 1,600+ days of binary retention along with 50 connections, 256-bit SSL encryption and all the extras NewsDemon has a lot to offer.  We suggest you check out their $9.99 special which saves you 50% off unlimited Usenet access.  Sign up for the NewsDemon free trial and enjoy 15 gigs of downloads over 7 days,

Usenet Provider Deals : Best Unlimited Usenet Specials

Why overpay for Usenet access when leading Usenet providers offer lifetime deals on unlimited Usenet access for under $10 a month.  If you’re paying more for Usenet you’ll definitely want to check out these specials from leading Usenet providers including UseNetServer, Newshosting, NewsDemonAstraweb and Easynews.  We’d like to thank each newsgroup service for offering our Newsgroup Reviews (NGR) visitors special discounts.  All of the deals listed below are recurring so enjoy the savings for the life of your account.

UseNetServer – Unlimited Usenet + Search for $10/mo. or $95/yr.

UseNetServer $10 / $95 Unlimited Usenet Deals

The UseNetServer (UNS) $10 a month and $95 yearly Usenet specials are both excellent values.   Especially for a top tier provider like UNS.  The service offers unlimited Usenet downloads and uncapped speeds (with 20 connections), 99% completion rate, free SSL and news servers located in the US and Europe.  Along with free Usenet search (UNS Global Search).  All for just $10 a month or $95 a year for our visitors.  Visit our NGR UseNetServer special and enjoy the savings!

Newshosting – Unlimited Usenet for $9.99/mo. or $99/yr.

Newshosting $9.99 / $99 Unlimited Usenet Deals

Newshosting NGR special marks their lowest price ever.  With Newshoting offering unlimited Usenet access + newsreader for $9.99 a month or $99 a year.  Expect the best from Newshosting.  From unlimited Usenet downloads and uncapped speeds, Newshosting Usenet client, 99% completion, 256-bit SSL and server farms in the US and Europe.  All for just $9.99 a month or $99 a year for our visitors.  Visit our NGR Newshosting special and start downloading in minutes!

NewsDemon – Unlimited Usenet + Online Storage for $10

NewsDemon $10 Unlimited Usenet Special

The NewsDemon Demon Deal includes unlimited Usenet access plus a free copy of News Rover newsreader and 30 GB of online storage for $10 a month.  NewsDemon offers unlimited Usenet downloads and uncapped speeds (with 50 connections), 99% completion rate, free SSL and news servers located in the US and Europe.  Along with a free Usenet client and online storage.  All for just $9.99 a month for our visitors.  Visit our NGR NewsDemon special page for more details.

Easynews – Unlimited NNTP Usenet Access for $9.95

Easynews $9.95 Unlimited Usenet Offer

The Easynews NGR special includes $9.95 unlimited Usenet access.  Easynews is best known for their web interface.  Yet they also offer one of the best NNTP Usenet server platforms.  From unlimited Usenet downloads and uncapped speeds (with 20 connections), 99% completion, 256-bit SSL and server farms in the US and Europe.  All for just $9.95 a month for our visitors.  Sign up via our NGR Easynews special page and also enjoy two weeks of free web interface access.

ThunderNews – Unlimited Usenet for $10.49/mo.

ThunderNews $10.49 Unlimited Usenet Special

The ThunderNews special is a good value.    New members can enjoy unlimited Usenet downloads and uncapped speeds (with 50 connections), free copy of News Rover, 99% completion, 256-bit SSL encryption and news servers in the US and Europe.  All for just $10.49 a month for our visitors.  In addition to more offers.  Visit either our NGR ThunderNews special page to sign up.

Astraweb – Unlimited Usenet for $11/mo. or $96/yr.

Astraweb $11 / $96 Unlimited Usenet Offers

The Astraweb $11 special started the industry’s focus on value a couple years ago.    Astraweb continues to offer unlimited Usenet access for $11 a month or $96 a year.  Enjoy unlimited Usenet downloads and uncapped speeds (with 20 connections), 99% completion, free 256-bit SSL encryption and news servers in the US and Europe.  All for just $11 a month or $96 a year for our visitors.  Visit either their $11 monthly or $96 annual special pages to sign up.

Black Friday Usenet Specials : 2012 Holiday Deals

Nov. 25 update – most of the Black Friday deals have come and gone for this year.  There are still a few Thundernews offers active through Cyber Monday and holiday specials.  Here are some of our favorites:

  • ThunderNews: specials on unlimited Usenet and VPN access:
    • Unlimited Usenet + OctaneVPN – $11.99 a month
    • 500 GB block – $29.99
    • 200 GB block – $11.99
    • 100 GB block – $5.99
  • UseNetServer – unlimited Usenet for $10 a month or $95 a year
  • Newshosting – unlimited Usenet for $9.99 a month or $99 a year
  • NewsDemon – unlimited Usenet with online storage for $10 a month
  • Easynews – unlimited NNTP Usenet access for $9.95 a month

Nov. 22 update – we’ll be dropping all the Black Friday deals into a list as the details become available.  Some won’t be known until they launch but we’ll do our best to get you as many previews as possible.  So let’s get started.  Come back throughout the day for updates.  Please help us spread the word to show appreciation to all the providers participating this year.  Links to each special will be available once the deals go live.

  • NewsDemon – mystery deals start at 8:00 am
  • ThunderNews: specials on unlimited Usenet and VPN access
    • Unlimited Usenet + OctaneVPN – $12.99 a month
    • Unlimited Usenet – from $5 a month
    • 500 GB block – $29.99
    • 200 GB block – $11.99
    • 100 GB block – $5.99
  • NewsgroupDirect – Unlimited Usenet + 30 GB of online storage for $7 a month
  • theCubeNet: specials on unlimited, metered and block accounts
    • 100 GB block – $5.49 one time
    • 125 GB a month – $5.49 a month
    • Unlimited Usenet for $6.99 a month
    • Plus several more offers
  • UseNetNow: unlimited accounts for $8.99 a month (limited to the first 400 sign ups)
    • After Black Friday they will offer 6 months of access for $48 til year end
    • Black Friday deal goes live Friday at midnight
  • Frugal Usenet: unlimited accounts for $3.99 a month (limited to the first 400 sign ups)
    • After Black Friday they will offer 12 months of access for $40 til year end
    • Black Friday deal goes live Friday at midnight
  • BlockNews: 200 GB block accounts for $13.99 through the end of the year
    • Holiday block deal goes live Friday at midnight
  • More deals to come!

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It’s almost time to launch the 2012 Black Friday Usenet deals again this year.  Last time around was a lot of fun and we plan to cover all the Thanksgiving / Black Friday / Holiday newsgroup specials right here again this year.  Enjoy some of the best deals of 2012 courtesy of top Usenet providers.  We’ll have some great holiday specials along with a few surprises.  Make sure to keep an eye on this post as we will begin to drop in the Black Friday deals Thanksgiving night.  From what we’ve heard so far this year will be fun as always.

We will start from the top and cover the top 10 Black Friday / Holiday Usenet deals of 2012.  Like most merchants, a number of Usenet providers like to keep their Black Friday promotions secret until they launch.  The details for some will start to materialize close to Thanksgiving Day.  No worries though as we plan to carry all the promotions.  Our list of deals will be updated as Black Friday draws closer so please check back for the best deals of 2012.  Click on any provider below or visit the Newsgroup Reviews home page for more info.

1.  UseNetServer – $10 unlimited Usenet access for life

UNS offers high retention, free SSL and Usenet search for $10 a month or $95 a year.  All included with 20 connections and unlimited newsgroup downloads.  Read our UNS review to learn more about the service.

2.  Newshosting – $9.99 unlimited Usenet access for life

Newshosting is offering unlimited Usenet downloads, a free newsreader with built-in search, 30 connections and SSL  for just $9.99 a month or $99 a year.  Read our Newshosting review for details.

3.  NewsDemon – $9.99 unlimited Usenet for life

NewsDemon offers unlimited newsgroup access along with a newsreader, 30 GB of online storage, SSL and 50 connections for just $9.99 a month.  Read our NewsDemon review to learn more.

4.  Easynews – $9.95 unlimited Usenet for life

Easynews is offering unlimited NNTP Usenet access along with 1,500 days of binary retention and 20 SSL connections for just $9.95 a month.  Read our Easynews review to learn more.

5.  ThunderNews – $10.49 unlimited Usenet for life

ThunderNews includes unlimited Usenet access with secure (SSL) encryption, 50 connections and a free newsreader for $10.49 a month.  Read our ThunderNews review to learn more.

6.  Astraweb – $11 unlimited Usenet access for life

The deal that started it all.  Astraweb is still offering $11 a month / $96 a year unlimited Usenet access with 20 connections, SSL  and high binary retention.  Read our Astraweb review for more details.

7.  Ngroups – $9.99 unlimited Usenet access

Ngroups NGR special includes unlimited Usenet access with 20 SSL connections and free unlimited Livedrive online storage for just $9.99 a month.  Read our Ngroups review for more details.

8.  NewsgroupDirect – $16 unlimited Usenet + storage

NewsgroupDirect is offering unlimited newsgroup downloads along with 50 connections, secure SSL encryption and online storage for $16 a month.  Read our NewsgroupDirect review to learn more.

9.  MaximumUsenet – $9.99 unlimited Usenet access

MaximumUsenet offers NGR visitors unlimited access to newsgroups along with free SSL encryption and 50 connections. for just $9.99 a month.  Read our Maximum Usenet review for more details.

10.  UseNetNow – $10.39 unlimited Usenet access

UseNetNow offers NGR visitors unlimited Usenet downloads along with free SSL encryption and 50 connections. for just $10.39 a month.  Read our UseNetNow review for more details.

A sincere thank you to all the Usenet providers offering holiday specials.  We  appreciate your efforts and consideration in making the deals available.  To our NGR visitors we hope you enjoy the Black Friday / holiday Usenet deals.  Save some money and enjoy the best premium newsgroup access!

Enter the Easynews Lifetime Challenge

Have you been a member of Easynews for a long time?  If so then you enjoy loyalty and rollover gigs.  Now you can top that off with a chance to win a free year of gigs in the Easynews Lifetime Challenge.  To enter “Like” Easynews on Facebook and leave a comment with the length of time your account has been active.  You can enter the Easynews Challenge between October 1st and October 15th.  Visit Easynews.com for more details.

Easynews will be awarding a free year of gigs to the member that posts with the longest continuous account.  They will also be awarding 3 runners up with three months worth of free gigs.  Best of luck!

For those who aren’t already using Easynews they offer members a number of incentives including:

  • Rollover Gigs – rollover any unused gigs each month
  • Loyalty Gigs – earn free gigs just for being a member

Want to try out their web interface?  Easynews is offering all new members a two week free trial.

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Easynews Celebrates 1,500 Days Retention

Last week we wrote about leading Usenet providers hitting a new milestone for retention.  With services like UseNetServer and Newshosting crossing the 1,500 day mark for binary retention.  Now Easynews is joining those ranks with an increase from 1,450 days up to 1,500 days and growing.  Enjoy the extra NNTP retention without paying more for it.  Easynews is currently offering unlimited NNTP for just $9.95 a month.

Easynews web interface is perfect for those new to Usenet.  Members can browse up to 200 days of binaries without a newsreader.  Use the web interface to view images, preview and even stream content on the fly.  The 1,500 days of NNTP binaries allow you to go back over four years for Usenet posts using a newsreader like Newsbin Pro or Binreader.  Read our Easynews web interface review for more details.

Let’s quickly explain the difference between Easynews NNTP retention and their web retention:

  • NNTP retention uses popular software clients like Newsbin Pro, NewsLeecher, SABnzbd, or GrabIt to connect and download from Usenet groups.  Easynews includes some NNTP access with all their plans.  You can sign up for unlimited NNTP Usenet for just $9.95 a month.  With or without a web account.
  • Easynews web interface and web retention are unique to the service.  Nothing else comes close to matching their web offering.  It’s great for those who want to enjoy Usenet without configuring a client.  Use the web interface to search, preview, stream and download.  New members can try it free for 14 days.

Cheers to the Easynews team as they surpass four years of binary retention.  We recommend that you check out their $9.95 unlimited NNTP special.  Which comes with a free trial of their popular web interface.

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Easynews Beta Testing More Web Retention

The team over at Easynews is working on something very cool.  While they’ve always kept pace with other leading Usenet providers for NNTP retention, their web interface is the crown jewel of Easynews.  Those using the interface might soon have the chance to nearly triple the web retention.  Easynews is beta testing 600 days of web retention on their server farm in Amsterdam.  They expect the testing to conclude in about a week.

Would you like to join in on the beta test?  If so members can visit their forum and look for a post titled “We’re looking for a few good testers!”.  You’ll find all the details for the testing.  Including unlimited downloads to the new download farm for the duration of the beta test.  All they ask for is your feedback after testing.  Those new to Easynews can enjoy a two week free trial of the service including web Usenet access.

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Easynews Tops 1,450 Days of NNTP Retention

Easynews continues to build their NNTP binary retention.  Recently increasing from 1,330 days up to 1,450 days.  That’s four months of extra binary retention available for members.  You can enjoy the extra NNTP retention without paying more for it.  Easynews is currently offering unlimited NNTP for just $9.95 a month.  Including a 14 day, 10 GB free trial of their popular web interface which is great for those new to Usenet.

The Easynews web interface is the gem of their service.  Allowing you to browse up to 200 days of binaries through your web browser.  With the ability to view images, preview and even stream content on the fly.  The 1,450 days of NNTP binaries allow you to reach back almost four years for newsgroup content using a Usenet client like Newsbin Pro or SABnzbd. Read our Easynews web interface review to learn more.

  • NNTP retention uses popular Usenet clients like Newsbin Pro, NewsLeecher, SABnzbd, or GrabIt to connect and download from newsgroups.  Easynews includes some NNTP access with all their plans.  With the option of unlimited NNTP Usenet for just $9.95 a month.  With or without a corresponding web account.
  • The Easynews web interface and web retention are unique.  Nothing comes close for comparison.  It’s great for non technical users who want to enjoy Usenet.  Use the web interface to search for content, preview, stream and download from web browser or mobile device.  New members can try it free for 14 days.

Cheers to the Easynews team as they near four years of binary retention.  With just ten days under the four year mark they continue to expand their offerings.  We highly recommend their $9.95 unlimited NNTP special.

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