Xbox Gearfest Smacks You in the Face With a Transforming D-Pad

Xbox Gearfest is a promotion that has gone into effect for select Xbox 360 accessories. According to majornelson.com:

Many of the Xbox LIVE regions and retailers around the world are participating, so look around if you want great savings on accessories.

Sounds nice, if somewhat hit or miss. Among the sale items are the silver transforming pad and the 250GB hard drive. Click here for more info.