Shopping on line can be easy, simple and save you lots of money. It can also take a lot of your time, frustrate you, and result in unwanted purchases. Now the same can be said for regular high street shopping, but with the vast opportunity presented by the Internet it will pay you to spend a few minutes reading this and understanding how to better optimize your Xtravision shopping experience:

1. Compare - without doubt the biggest advantage that the Xtravision offers shoppers today is the ability to compare thousands of Xtravision at a time. This is a great thing, but not necessarily all the time! Too much can be daunting at times so take advantage of the great comparison sites and where possible let them do the hard work for you.

2. Research - if it has been said it will be on the internet. Ignorance is no longer a justifiable reason for buying the wrong thing. Take the time to research in detail everything that you could possible want to know about

3. Testimonials - don't know anybody that has bought a Xtravision? Wrong! If the Xtravision is good the internet will let you know. Use the Internet as a friend and get testimonials before you buy.

4. Questions - Got a question about Xtravision then search the Forums, FAQ's, Blogs etc. Don't be afraid to ask .....

5. Reputation - Never heard of the company selling Xtravision? Don't worry, no reason why you should know every company in the world, but you know someone that does! Use the internet to find out what people are saying about Xtravision and build up a picture of their reputation for sales, returns, customer service, delivery etc.

6. Returns - still worried that even after all of the above your Xtravision wont be what you want? Check out the returns policy. There is so much competition now that someone, somewhere is bound to offer the terms that you are comfortable with.

7. Feedback - happy with your Xtravision then let people know, after all you are depending on others people input in your buying decision, so why not give a little back.

8. Security - check for the yellow padlock on the Xtravision site before you buy, and the s after http:/ /i.e. https:// = a secure site

9. Contact - got a question about Xtravision, or want to leave a comment then check out the sites contact page. Reputable companies have them and respond.

10. Payment - ready to pay for your Xtravision, then use your credit card or PayPal! Be aware of companies that don't accept them, there may be genuine reasons but given the huge amount of choice you have when buying online there is no reason at all not to buy via credit card or PayPal.

Xtra-vision Limited is Republic of Ireland's largest chain of video rental stores, founded in 1979. They have 205 stores across Ireland and Northern Ireland and have a workforce of almost 1600 employees. The company offers DVD movies for both rent and sale. VHS has been phased out and is no longer available to rent or buy. In addition, the company has recently branched out into consumer electronics (through their Xtra-Vision Centres) and video gaming (available to rent in most regular outlets, however there are also dedicated Xtra-Game stores).

The company was previously known as "Xtra-vision Video Films" and was rebranded to "Xtra-vision Entertaining You" in 1998.

The company has offices in Belfast and Dublin.

Owned by Blockbuster Video since 1996, the chain has never rebranded, citing market research that the Xtra-vision name was better known and more respected than Blockbuster. Even in Northern Ireland the Blockbuster name is not used as it is in the rest of the United Kingdom. However, the few Xtra-vision stores outside of Ireland - those in Manchester, London and New Hampshire were rebranded to Blockbuster after the takeover.

The company (as Xtra-Vision plc) was involved in what was once Ireland's largest corporate bankruptcy, with massive expansion of their retail network causing a massive increase in their stock price on the Irish Stock Exchange. The company's value reached IR£27 million, but the low turnovers in the video rental market meant that there was no cash to continue their huge expansion-- up to 10 new stores a week-- and the company went bankrupt with its shares valued at 1/8th of a penny on its sale to Cambridge Investments, who in turn went bankrupt and the business was sold for cIR12m to a consortium of Montague Private Equity, 3i plc and the partners behind NCV (a local wholesaler of videos, etc..). Less than 2 years later the consortium sold to out to Blockbuster. The failure of the group, in both guises, was notable enough to be mentioned in Dáil debates in 1994.

The company has an exclusive deal meaning that any movie with funding from the Irish Film Board will initially be provided for rental and sale solely through their network of stores.

The current Managing Director, Martin Higgins became Managing Director of Blockbuster's U.K Operations in 2006 in addition to Xtra-vision.

References Xtra-vision website

See also

• List of Irish companies
• Media in Ireland

External links

• Xtra-vision website

Xtra-vision Limited is Republic of Ireland's largest chain of video rental stores, founded in 1979. They have 205 stores across Ireland and Northern Ireland and have a workforce of almost 1600 employees. The company offers DVD movies for both rent and sale. VHS has been phased out and is no longer available to rent or buy. In addition, the company has recently branched out into consumer electronics (through their Xtra-Vision Centres) and video gaming (available to rent in most regular outlets, however there are also dedicated Xtra-Game stores).

The company was previously known as "Xtra-vision Video Films" and was rebranded to "Xtra-vision Entertaining You" in 1998.

The company has offices in Belfast and Dublin.

Owned by Blockbuster Video since 1996, the chain has never rebranded, citing market research that the Xtra-vision name was better known and more respected than Blockbuster. Even in Northern Ireland the Blockbuster name is not used as it is in the rest of the United Kingdom. However, the few Xtra-vision stores outside of Ireland - those in Manchester, London and New Hampshire were rebranded to Blockbuster after the takeover.

The company (as Xtra-Vision plc) was involved in what was once Ireland's largest corporate bankruptcy, with massive expansion of their retail network causing a massive increase in their stock price on the Irish Stock Exchange. The company's value reached IR£27 million, but the low turnovers in the video rental market meant that there was no cash to continue their huge expansion-- up to 10 new stores a week-- and the company went bankrupt with its shares valued at 1/8th of a penny on its sale to Cambridge Investments, who in turn went bankrupt and the business was sold for cIR12m to a consortium of Montague Private Equity, 3i plc and the partners behind NCV (a local wholesaler of videos, etc..). Less than 2 years later the consortium sold to out to Blockbuster. The failure of the group, in both guises, was notable enough to be mentioned in Dáil debates in 1994.

The company has an exclusive deal meaning that any movie with funding from the Irish Film Board will initially be provided for rental and sale solely through their network of stores.

The current Managing Director, Martin Higgins became Managing Director of Blockbuster's U.K Operations in 2006 in addition to Xtra-vision.

References Xtra-vision website

See also

• List of Irish companies
• Media in Ireland

External links

• Xtra-vision website

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