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HP is offering TouchPad users six paid apps absolutely free for a limited time. The promotion comes shortly after HP discontinued the WebOS tablet after less than two months on the market and sparked a fire liquidation sale.
The offer was announced on the official HP Palm blog yesterday. The apps in question range from games to a bird watching guide and vary in price from $0.99 to $14.99. As of writing, only customers in the US can score these apps for free but HP plans to expand the offer to other countries soon.
To score the free apps, simply click on the links below on your TouchPad then enter in the promo code. You will need a credit card tied to your account for verification purposes but it won�t be charged.
Glimpse ($5): Amp up your TouchPad multitasking to 11 using this customizable and addictive split-screen interface. Use promo code:  injoj55410gavxv
Kung Fu Panda 2 Storybook ($2.99): Enjoy images and voices from Kung Fu Panda 2 right on your TouchPad. Use promo code:  eotss76676jjzqr
Big Boss ($1.99): Design your �Boss� � a gigantic monster � and attempt to defeat the brave heroes and powerful wizards of WackyLands. Use promo code:  vfimk09918lngoz
Sparkle HD ($4.99): Save Crowberry Woods in this TouchPad version of the popular desktop game. Use promo code:  pweuq32135vrbhx
Camera for TouchPad ($0.99): Start snapping away, with options for managing your photos and using them with other TouchPad apps. Use promo code:  rijon62171nhvtu
Audubon Birds ($14.99): This searchable digital field guide to North American birds offers stunning photography and thrilling (trilling?) bird songs. Use promo code:  jjiox66488ddnik
Promo codes are valid until August 31, or for as long as inventory is available. If none of these freebies appeal to you, HP is planning to release another 6-pack of apps in early September.

HP still hasnt come to a decision regarding the future of its Personal Systems Group (PSG) unit but at least one executive is voicing what he believes will be of best value to shareholders, customers and employees.
In an interview with Reuters, PSG head Todd Bradley claims that HP would be better off spinning off its PC business rather than selling it, but the company is still figuring out the full implications of separating the PC business from HP.
If HP does in fact spin off the PSG business, the resulting company will retain its position as the worlds largest PC manufacturer and Bradley says he would like to lead HP through this transition. He also cited Acer reporting its first-ever quarterly loss last week as he argued that selling the PC division to a rival is not a desired alternative.
Interestingly, Bradley said the company could resurrect HPs short-lived TouchPad tablet computer, which was introduced on July 1 before being killed off only about six weeks later. According to the executive this is a segment of the market thats very relevant today. That said, the future of webOS is also uncertain at this point. The company has said it will continue to support it, and is looking for licensing partners, but a buyout could also be in the cards.
The interview took place as Bradley toured China, visiting HP suppliers and retail partners to reassure them that the company is committed to doing business in that market despite the changes ahead for its PC-making unit.
HPs board is scheduled to meet in December to decide the future of its PC business, but regardless if they decide to sell the unit or spin off into a separate company, the whole ordeal could still take another 12 to 18 months.

Less than two weeks ago HP dropped a bombshell by announcing they would be halting their WebOS division and effectively slashed prices on the HP TouchPad to $99 and $149 for the 16GB and 32GB models, respectively. Since then, demand for HP�s tablet has been phenomenal and finding one at that price has been next to impossible for most.
HP is surprised at the enthusiastic response from the price drop and as a result, has been flooded with questions from users and potential customers alike. The company took to their blog yesterday to answer some of the more pressing questions regarding availability, pricing and ordering.
The most common question from the public is when will HP get more TouchPads. HP says that they will have more information available in the next few days about whether or not they will have more available and if so, what the details are on the situation.
Regarding those who have signed up for alerts about replenished stock, emails will be going out to everyone on that list at the same time so each person has a fair shot at scoring the tablet. Due to high demand, no further email signup notifications are being accepted at this time.
Potential customers have also expressed dissatisfaction about people buying multiple TouchPads and reselling them for a profit online. HP says that if more stock becomes available, theyll implement an order limit to help curb this behavior.
If you purchased your TouchPad at a higher price before the liquidation sale started, you are urged to check with your retailer regarding their price match policy. A full list of questions and answers can be found on HP�s blog.
Were you one of the lucky ones to get a TouchPad for next to nothing, and if so, what do you plan to do with it?