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If you're feeling a bit like George Costanza in the Seinfeld episode "The Wallet," chances are you have a few too many scraps and cards stuffed into your carryall. Luckily, we live in the digital age, where much of the information you need to keep on your person can be stored in your mobile phone. For example, for those of us who cart around a cadre of gift cards from various establishments, JunoWallet provides an app for that.
On the surface, JunoWallet is a pretty simple iOS app that serves to securely store the numbers and pins for existing gift cards from businesses such as Starbucks and the Gap. You can then redeem them directly from your device, which eliminates the need to carry dozens of pieces of plastic in your wallet or purse. It also helps to ensure that you always have the information handy, which is good for those of us who tend to forget our gift cards at home the day we want to use them.
But beyond being a receptacle for existing gift cards, JunoWallet offers a host of other neat features for shopaholics. For one, it serves up gift and promotional certificates that can be used for a variety of products and services, from travel to food, effectively offering "free money" coupons to users. Also, users can convert Foursquare and JunoWallet check-ins into points that are redeemable for gift cards. In addition, you can buy gift cards from directly within the app and get bonus gift cards and discounts by doing so, as well as give and get cards and certificates to and from other users.
In practice, the app works great--especially for getting discounts. However, not as many establishments as we'd like are supported by the gift card feature. Also, we had some performance issues on our iPod Touch where the service kept asking us to log out and back in again. Performance was better on the in-house iPhone. Some of the promotional certificates are more useful than others, and they almost invariably require a certain dollar amount be spent--but that's OK, as they're meant to act as a discount, not offer something entirely for free.
Of course, there are some potential downsides to the check-in feature. Be aware that you're making JunoWallet aware of your location so it can alert area businesses that you are nearby, thus allowing them to send relevant deals your way. You do at least have the option to turn off push notifications if you want.
As JunoWallet is completely free and offers a great way to at least carry all of your gift cards in one compact package--your phone--we have no problem recommending it. Just be aware that some of the promotional deals come with a price.
Publisher's Description
From Junobe:
JunoWallet is the #1 social, mobile rewards app turning simple tasks into gift cards. ☞ Weve ISSUED over $500,000 in JunoCredits!☞ Our users have REDEEMED over $200,000 worth of gift cards!☞ Our iOS version has been downloaded over 425,000 times in JUST 50 DAYS!☞ We are Top 10 in 7 countries in the iTunes Finance category☞ We are Top 20 in 12 countries in the iTunes Finance category Users can easily earn JunoCredits by performing a variety of tasks. You can then use JunoCredits to redeem a wide variety of gift cards available in the JunoWallet Store. With JunoWallets 100% Fraud-Free Guarantee, users can add, retain, manage and monitor all your gift cards in real-time. Performing tasks to earn JunoCredits is simple:1. Invite your friends (FASTEST way to earn rewards), or2. Try out other apps available through JunoWallet, or3. Become a Fan of businesses, or4. Complete surveys, or5. Join mailing listsand much more! Join us on our Facebook page. We want your feedback!
What's new in this version: - better support for local currency (redeemed cards in USD and others in local currency)- extend following/followers for all users (no need be superuser for follow)- can enter invite code anytime in the Settings page (once only and will be hidden)- JunoCredits history categorized and removed 48hours limit- account-based cards list (cannot see cards for other accounts in the same device)- auto-recover all redeemed cards on new install- fixed profile photo edit crash bug- new splash & background i... See all new features
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"Earn iTunes Credit"
Version: JunoWallet GiftCards 7.2.1
Pros
Earn iTunes giftcards and Starbucks giftcards.
Cons
Not enough giftcard selection. No Amazon giftcards for examples.
Summary
Use the code JH314084 to start your account with an extra $0.25. I also recommend that after you create your account also download the app Bamboo Wallet and link that account to JunoWallet. This way you can earn credits easier since there are more apps to potentially install.
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"Have made over 60$ with Junowallet"
Version: JunoWallet GiftCards 7.2.1
Pros
Enter my code after sign up for a 0.25$ bonus : MD72498
Cons
The giftcards run out of stock a lot
Summary
Great app that allows you to redeem free giftcards...
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"Enter this code for 25 cents"
Version: JunoWallet GiftCards 7.2.1
Pros
My code XX267821
Cons
My code XX267821
Summary
My code XX267821
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"get itunes gift card for free"
Version: JunoWallet GiftCards 7.2.1
Pros
download free sponsor apps and earn credit, you can redeem itunes gift card/starbucks/nintendo prepaid card/psn/xbox live membership etc
Click on http://******/v92kTA to download JunoWallet Enter my Invite Code 'GT7874' when signup and youa'll instantly $0.25Cons
need more apps in apps per install
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"Great app!"
Version: JunoWallet GiftCards 7.2.1
Pros
free gift card
Cons
Got many free gift card from it.
Summary
Very great app! Love it very much!
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"Awesome App!"
Version: JunoWallet GiftCards 6.4.2
Pros
Best App on the market for GIVING, RECEIVING and SHOPPING for Giftcards!
Cons
Just more promotional gift cards! :)
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"So far so good..."
Version: JunoWallet GiftCards 6.0.0
Pros
My favorite features are that you can convert your FourSquare checkins to gift cards, and if you want to share your gift card with a friend, or get a card from a friend, you are able to easily share it.
Cons
When I connected it to FourSquare it sent about 20 tweets out, flooding my stream. JunoWallet did tell me they are working on a fix for this, though.
Summary
Because the product has not been out very long, there are not many venues using it yet. This being said... it does appear to be growing virally, so it should not be long before it is adopted on a much wider scale. Benefits for vendors are great, as checkins on JunoWallet lead to visibility for participating area venues.
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"So easy to use!! i could live off of junowallet!"
Version: JunoWallet GiftCards 3.1.0
Pros
free $!!!
easy to use
one app that takes the place of at least 4
easy to redeem!
eco friendlyCons
such a new app, not enough retailers--in a couple months this will not be an issue!
Summary
there is no other app out there like this! easy to use and manage your gift card purchases! love love love!
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"Great app for single moms who want some gifts..."
Version: JunoWallet GiftCards 3.1.0
Pros
I found some really cool free gift cards in this app and was not even expecting that...Wow is what I say...Plus I finally can find the balances on all those gift cards I had laying around...
Cons
What is not to love...
Summary
This is a must have for every iPhone and I for one will never delete JunoWallet...Keep it coming I love the free gift cards...I love you iPhone...
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"great app great idea"
Version: JunoWallet GiftCards 3.1.0
Pros
great way to buy green and an easy FREE download
Cons
needs more retailers
Summary
great app for those of us that care for the envirment but still love to buy shoes lol
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