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Black Friday Usenet Specials : 2011 Holiday Deals

November 25, 2011 By

November 30th update: the Black Friday / Cyber Monday specials are done for this year.  However, there are still some great deals available including unlimited Usenet access from these top providers:

November 25th update: it’s finally time for this year’s Black Friday fun.  Enjoy the deals!

  • NewsDemon – mystery specials – Sign Up
  • ThunderNews – multiple discounts – Sign Up
  • NewsgroupDirect – mystery deals – Sign Up
  • UseNetNow / BlockNews – Sign Up
  • theUsenet – multiple discounts – Sign Up
  • theCubeNet – multiple deals – Sign Up

November 24th update: UseNetNow, BlockNews and Frugal Usenet are offering fans a sneak peak of their Black Friday and holiday specials.  You can see the account types and quantities available but the prices won’t be shown until each deal goes live on Friday.  See our UseNetNow / BlockNews / Frugal Usenet Black Friday deals post for more details.

November 23rd update:  it’s almost time for this year’s Black Friday fun.  Last year the deals started early evening EST time Thanksgiving night.  We look forward to covering all the best Black Friday offers again this year.  Remember when time comes we’ll list all the Black Friday deals at the top of this post as they launch.  So the list will change as the hours roll on.  They will also be present on the Newsgroup Reviews home page.

It’s almost time to launch the 2011 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 2011 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 2011.  Remember the list will change as Black Friday deals launch so please check back for the best deals of 2011.  Click on any provider below or visit the Newsgroup Reviews home page for sign up details.

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.  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.

5.  Easynews – $9.95 unlimited Usenet for life

Easynews is offering unlimited NNTP Usenet access along with 1,130 days of binary retention and 20 SSL connections for just $9.95 a month.  Read our Easynews review to learn more.

6.  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.

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.  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.

9.  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.

10.  Fast Usenet – $9.95 unlimited Usenet access

Fast Usenet is offering unlimited newsgroup downloads along with 50 connections and secure SSL encryption for just $9.95 a month.  Read our Fast Usenet review to learn more.

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!

Filed Under: Astraweb, Fast Usenet, MaximumUsenet, NewsDemon, NewsgroupDirect, Newshosting, Ngroups, ThunderNews, Usenet Providers, UseNetNow, UseNetServer Tagged With: , , , , ,

Best New Usenet Providers of 2010

December 28, 2010 By

This year brought some exciting new entrants into the Usenet space.  We would like to highlight our choices for the Best New Usenet Providers of 2010.  We will go in order from #1 to #3 and give you a glimpse into the offerings of each newsgroup service.

1. FastUsenet.org

FastUsenet.org is our choice for the Best New Usenet Provider of 2010.  The service launched earlier this year and offers a good combination of features and value.  With over 817 days of binary retention along with SSL and 50 connections for only $9.95 a month.  New customers can test the service with the 14 day FastUsenet free trial.  In addition to your standard Usenet features FastUsenet.org also offers a simple iPhone newsreader and web interface.

2. NewsServers.net

NewsServers.net offers unlimited and metered Usenet accounts.  They have also partnered with SecureVPNZ to offer customers personal VPN access.  New customers can try the 7 day free NewsServers.net trial.  The service offers 550+ days of binary retention, 50 connections, SSL and unlimited newsgroup downloads for $12.95 a month.

3. Red Orb News

Red Orb News launched early in 2010 and offers both unlimited and metered monthly Usenet plans.  The service is owned by a previous administrator of Slyck.com, another trusted resource for all things Usenet.  Enjoy 630+ days of binary retention along with SSL and 20 connections starting at $1.99 a month.

Cheers to the teams at FastUsenet.org, NewsServers.net and Red Orb News.  In addition Newsgroups.com and StealthNews were also considered for our list of the best new Usenet providers.  For more information on any of the newsgroup services above along with the latest free trials and special offers visit Newsgroup Reviews.

Filed Under: Fast Usenet, NewsServers.net, Red Orb News, Usenet Providers Tagged With:

Give the Gift of Usenet this Christmas : Holiday Deals

December 11, 2010 By

With Christmas shopping in full swing why not give the gift of Usenet this holiday season.  For less than $100 you can gift a full year of unlimited newsgroup access from leading Usenet providers including UseNetServer and Astraweb.

Here is a list of current Usenet specials that include a full year of Usenet access.  Click on any link below to take advantage of the discounted price.

1. UseNetServer – $95 for 12 months unlimited Usenet + Search feature

2. Astraweb – $96 for 12 months unlimited Usenet

3. Newshosting – $155 for 12 months unlimited or $189 with Easynews access

4. Newsguy – $190 for a year of unlimited Usenet downloads

5. NewsgroupDirect – $200 for a year of unlimited Usenet + storage

For those who are interested in something a little less expensive here are some quarterly and 6 month Usenet specials:

1. Ngroups – $30 for 3 months of unlimited Usenet + storage

2. UseNetNow – $30 for 3 months unlimited Usenet access

3. Newshosting – $83 for 6 months NH Unlimited Usenet

Last but certainly not least some monthly recurring Usenet deals:

1. UseNetServer – $10 a month unlimited Usenet + Search feature

2. NewsDemon – $9.99 a month unlimited Usenet + Storage + Newsreader

3. ThunderNews – $10.49 a month unlimited Usenet + Newsreader

4. Supernews – $9.99 a month unlimited Usenet access

5. Astraweb – $11 a month unlimited Usenet account

6. Newshosting – $12.95 a month unlimited Usenet or $15.95 with Easynews access

7. Ngroups – $9.99 a month unlimited newsgroups + Storage

8. Fast Usenet – $9.95 a month unlimited Usenet

9. UseNetNow – $10.39 a month unlimited Usenet

10. NewsgroupDirect – $16 a month unlimited Usenet + Storage

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Newsgroup Reviews!

Filed Under: Astraweb, Fast Usenet, NewsDemon, NewsgroupDirect, Newsguy, Newshosting, Ngroups, Supernews, ThunderNews, Usenet Providers, UseNetNow, UseNetServer Tagged With: , ,

FastUsenet Oktoberfest Special and 14 Day Free Trial

October 4, 2010 By

A couple weeks ago we wrote about the launch of FastUsenet.org and their iPad giveaway.  Since then the service has announced an Oktoberfest special and free newsgroup trial.


During FastUsenet’s Oktoberfest special you can sign up for unlimited Usenet access for $9.95 a month.  With 732 days of binary retention, free SSL and 50 connections that’s quite a value.  The service also offers a basic web reader and iPhone newsreader.

In addition to the Oktoberfest deal FastUsenet.org is offering all new subscribers a free newsgroup trial.  Enjoy 14 days of access and up to 15 GB of downloads free of charge to test the service.

Read our FastUsenet review to learn more or sign up for the 14 day free trial during the Oktoberfest special and enjoy unlimited Usenet for just $9,95 a month.  Other discounted plans include 35 GB for $5.95, 15 GB for $3.95 and 6 GB for $2.95 a month.

Filed Under: Fast Usenet, Usenet Providers Tagged With: , ,

FastUsenet.org Launch and Free Apple iPad Giveaway

September 25, 2010 By

FastUsenet.org launched a new Usenet service yesterday.  To celebrate they are offering 50% discounts on all accounts.  The plans range from 6 GB a month to unlimited access.  All of which include iPhone and web newsreaders.


The FastUsenet service appears comparable to other leading newsgroup vendors.  We haven’t had a chance to test the service.  They offer a demo of the iPhone and web readers online.  While FastUsenet is not offering a free trial you could sign up for the 6 GB account ($3.95) to get a feel for the service.

Along with the 50% discount and iPad / web newsreaders, FastUsenet is giving away an Apple iPad 16GB WiFi edition.  Sign up for service between now and March 1st, 2011 to be automatically entered to win.

Read our FastUsenet review to learn more about the service or sign up for your chance to win the iPad.

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