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Imagine Cup Smackdown!
Imagine Cup is the premier student technology competition in the world challenging students to create solutions for the worlds toughest problems.
Imagine Cup Smackdown brings students a prime opportunity to learn about Imagine Cup and learn from experts on what will assist you with solving those tough problems using technology!
Taking on the concept from the highly successful Smackdown 2010 event held at QUT last year, Imagine Cup Smackdown will showcase some of the latest technology and amazing demo’s which will blow attendees away.
Imagine Cup Smackdown will not only hold a keynote event but will provide attendees the opportunity to deep dive into tracks including Software & Technology, Business and Design & UI.
See below for the confirmed awesome speakers of Imagine Cup Smackdown!
- Lawrence Crumpton – Microsoft
- Bronwen Zande – Soul Solutions
- John O’Brien – Soul Solutions
- Ben Place – Microsoft
- Danny Rowe – Microsoft
So when is it? Wednesday 23rd of November kicking off at 9am sharp
and where is it? QUT Gardens Point S Block Room 403
and how much? FREE
So register here to be apart of this awesome event! http://icsmackdown.eventbrite.com/
CES 2011: ‘Avatar Kinect’ leaked before Microsoft Keynote
AshMan says…
Well here is some new news about some shots being snapped backstage at what seems to be a rehearsal. I mean hey, even the pros have to practise to deliver an awesome keynote right?
What ‘Avatar Kinect’ appears to be is a social hub for people to watch movies and tv (such as Foxtel) as well as possibly listen to music and play games all within this social hub.
This ofcourse is nothing confirmed, but we can be pretty safe to assume some of those things happening.
See below for the images taken by Glimpse Dog.
Avatar Kinect
Avatar Kinect
1 Million Kinect Sensors Sold in 10 Days
AshMan says…
Since it’s launch 10 Days ago the Kinect Sensor for the Xbox 360, has sold 1 million of them just in time for the silly season.
The sales figures only cover what has been sold in America, and with other launches around the world to be happening in the next week it will be interesting to see how many Microsoft do sell in the lead up to Christmas. Microsoft has said it is confident that is will sell around 5 million by the end of the year, which as a goal looks achievable with customers excited about being able to ditch the controller completely.
Kinect launches in Australia on November 18 at all major retailers with a RRP of $199 bundled with Kinect Adventures.
*Free Tickets Up For Grabs* for NFS: Hot Pursuit on Tour Show
AshMan says…
Are you in Sydney and want an awesome Xbox event to go to on the 18th of November?
There will be “Big Boi” from OutKast and other special guests as well as a Lamborghini Gallardo with other awesome cars!
When: 18th November
Time: 4pm (8pm Concert Doors Open) to Midnight (free to come at anytime)
Where: Cars on Show – Fox Studios : 1 Driver Ave, Moore Park NSW 2021
Concert – The Hordern Pavilion : 1 Driver Ave, Moore Park NSW 2021
Cost: Free
Reserve Tickets at nfsontour.com.au or leave a comment and I’ll add you to a special list.
NFS: Hot Pursuit On Tour
SmackDown Sponsor: Plantronics
AshMan says…
To add to the sponsors list of Microsoft, HP and Dell I’m proud to announce Plantronics as a sponsor!
Plantronics the worlds no.1 headset maker in the world, and the makers of the fantastic GameCon range!
Headsets which will be there to be seen (and heard ofcourse!) and won include the fantastic GameCon X95 Wireless Xbox 360 Headset and the GameCon 777 Xbox 360/PC 7.1 Headset, plus a myriad of other great headsets!
Make sure you register for SmackDown at http://smackdown2010.eventbrite.com
Announcing Dell as new sponsor for SmackDown!
AshMan says…
It is great to announce that Dell Computers are Sponsors of SmackDown – Supported by Microsoft!
They will be bringing some of their best portable gaming machines and portable PC’s which students will be able to see and yes touch at SmackDown.
If you haven’t registered for SmackDown yet, the event which will be having technology such as Kinect there and showing students how you can get software for free register at http://smackdown2010.eventbrite.com
Announcing SmackDown Speaker – Michael Kordahi
AshMan says…
I am extremely excited to announce one of the speakers which will be talking to students at SmackDown – Supported by Microsoft. He is Michael Kordahi!
So who is Michael Kordahi (aka. Delicate Genius)?
Michael Kordahi is a Developer Evangelist for Microsoft Australia. He has a strong background in web development and now focuses on working with passionate early adopters of Microsoft’s emerging web technologies.
Michael blogs regularly on his blog at delicategenius.com as well as keeping the twitterverse updated on his twitter at @delic8genius.
One of his recent talks can be seen below, as a preview for this great guy!
So if you haven’t registered already for SmackDown – Supported by Microsoft on Wednesday the 27th of October 12pm @ QUT Gardens Points make sure you head over to smakdown2010.eventbrite.com!
It’s almost here! SmackDown – Support by Microsoft
AshMan says…
SmackDown – Supported by Microsoft is creeping closer and if you haven’t registered for this FREE event, you are going to miss out!
If you need convincing to come to SmackDown here are a few reasons why you should come:
- See the latest technology from Microsoft including Kinect for Xbox 360!
- Find out how you can develop apps yourself using professional developer software for FREE as a student!
- See awesome Microsoft Developer Staff present!
- FREE FOOD!
- AWESOME PRIZES!
So if you’re into awesome tech, developing, free food and awesome prizes (any mix acceptable!) well this is your event!
- When? Wednesday 27th October 2010 12pm – 2pm
- Where? QUT Gardens Point Z Block Room 411
- Cost? FREE
Registering for this free event is essential, so visit smackdown2010.eventbrite.com to register!
See you there!
SmackDown – Supported by Microsoft
AshMan says…
The big announcement is here! Smackdown is coming to QUT for QUT Science and Technology Students and School Children!
SmackDown is an event to see and interact with the latest technology from Microsoft, learn how to use tools which are free for students to create awesome software and finally to win some awesome prizes and free food!
SmackDown will be held on the 27th of October from 12pm – 2pm at QUT Gardens Point with food being provided after. I highly recommend you bring your smartphone, with Twitter, Facebook and the ability to text!
Registration is essential and you can do that here: http://smackdown2010.eventbrite.com/
Attend, get prizes, play games and playKinect!
We have some very exciting news!
We have managed to secure some tickets to an exciting upcoming XBOX event! There is an exclusive event called the “Open House” to showcase Microsoft’s latest consumer products including the Australian debut of “Kinect for Xbox 360.” The event will take place at Luna Park with satellite events in other locations. The event will showcase our technology as part of the consumer’s life by bringing scenarios to life including the kitchen, living room, kids room, on the move and in the office. You will be amongst the first people in Australia to see and play with Kinnect, Windows Phone 7 and other new technology.
[Please see attached invitation]
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Details
Thursday 2 September, 2010
4-5 pm (please note the invitation says 3-4 which has been changed to 4 to 5. So 4pm to 5pm is the correct time)
Crystal Ballroom, Luna Park, Sydney
1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point, NSW, 2061
RSVP with your name and university to Anoop.Mehta@student-partners.com.au
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On the event day, you are allowed to take pictures & film video and share the content with other students in the community, especially good for your blogs.
Email me if you have any questions.
Anoop
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