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Bleeding Edge 067: Vanishing Point - Loki Sends Us A Vista Media Center PC
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Full Episodes, Gizmatic, Features, Microsoft, PC / Laptop, Software, Videocasts,
So this Vanishing Point thing that Microsoft has going on is in full swing. Some think it’s silly, others are intrigued. Us? We think it’s an extremely ingenious way for them to get the buzz out there about Windows Vista, and we think that whoever wins is going to get a nice, big prize. We mean, like, really big. Nonetheless, Microsoft sent us a Windows Media Center PC loaded with Windows Vista Ultimate and Office 2007. This thing is the real deal with an AMD Athlon FX 5000+ dual core processor, 2 GB DDR-800 RAM, two 400 GB hard drives in a RAID 1 configuration, and a bunch of other extras. It seems most everyone else we know got a Ferrari laptop.
For all the info on what we know so far, check out this episode of the show. So see everything laid out, you can check the post we made specifically regarding the Vanishing Point clues.
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Seattle Mind Camp 3.0 Gold Sponsor: Blue Dot
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Sponsors,
Our friends over at Seattle’s hottest Social Discovery service, Blue Dot, have jumped into the sponsorship pool as a Gold sponsor.
Blue Dot, Inc., is a Seattle-based company whose mission is to help people stay connected with their friends, wherever they are, whenever they want. Through a new type of communication described as Social Discovery®, Blue Dot’s free Web site allows users to find, save and share interesting Web content with friends and family. The company’s technology lets users quickly communicate and share information on a wide range of topics in a way that can be easily incorporated into their daily activities.
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200 Tickets Sold for Seattle Mind Camp 3.0
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Upcoming, Announcements,
Yesterday we hit the 200 mark for ticket sales, which leaves us with 50 tickets left for the event, which takes place in just over a month. We are starting to pull things together for the event, and hope to have as many people there to enjoy the festivities as possible. If you are going to be there, please be sure to hit the wiki to get started on planning your sessions and extra-curricular activities. Now is the time to let others know about the event - and be sure to think outside the box when inviting, as we don’t all have to be techies. Think teachers, doctors, historians, videographers, actors, professors, musicians, artists, etc. Let’s mix this thing up and include the elite from all Seattle verticals in this thing.
As a side note, a big thank you to everyone who came to the pre-Mind Camp 3.0 party at Nectar. We had a fantastic time.
The Pre-Mind Camp 3.0 Party: Venture All Stars
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Activities, Upcoming,
Guys, if you are in Seattle, you want to be at our Pre-Mind Camp 2.0 networking party. Here are the details:
The Venture All Stars Network & Gear Live will host a live video blog show featuring guest business delegates, cool gadgets and cutting edge new media technologies. The event will cover how to leverage new media such as blogging, podcasting and other forms of communications that are critical to your business. The event is targeted towards entrepreneurs, angel investors, venture capitalists, and service providers who want to build new relationships. Cool tech and progressive people will make this a grass roots effort to build your connections—while making a nice food donation to our friends at Food Life Line.
DATE: Thursday, October 5th
TIME: Doors Open 5:00pm, Speakers 5:45pm-7:30pm, Networking 7:30pm-9:00pm, Bands 9:00pm-2:00am Featuring - ANDREA WITTGENS CD RELEASE PARTY, CARRIE CLARK & THE LONESOME LOVERS, DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY, BRE LAUGHLIN
LOCATION: Nectar Lounge, located in Fremont at 412 N. 36th St. Seattle , WA 98103 [venue]
EVENT TICKETS: $20 per person pre-registration (register below). 21+ID
FOOD DONATION: Food donation required for Food Life Line. Space is Limited to 200 Guests.
DRESS CODE: Business Casual to Very Casual. Feel free to leave the tie in the car and relax.
LIBATIONS: Ice Cold - Happy Hour drink specials and food go until 7pm. We are talking about “startup prices” here baby with $4 & $6 pitchers, $3 apps & $5 pizzas. We guarantee no “high dollar gouging” for drinks & food that you are forced to pay for at the “hotel events”.
For the full info sheet, jump over to the Venture All Stars page.
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Gear Live Exclusive: Hands-on With Microsoft Zune
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Features, Microsoft, Portable Audio / Video, Videocasts, Wireless / WiFi,
Gear Live Exclusive: Hands-on With Microsoft Zune
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Gizmatic, Short Bytes, Features, Handhelds, Microsoft, Portable Audio / Video, Videocasts, Wireless / WiFi,
Alright guys, we know how much you are looking forward to getting your hands on the Microsoft Zune. We get it. In fact, in an effort to satiate those of you who email us constantly asking for “behind-the-scenes” Zune information, you are in luck. The Gear Live crew was able to spend some time with a fully operational Zune, and we have the video footage to prove it. We walk you through the menu system and interface of the device, showing off a bunch of it’s features for you. Enjoy the video. Oh, and if you have any questions, feel free to let us know in the forums.
EDIT: Alright, we got a bit more information from Zune PR, and wanted to lay it on you, in case you were confused by anything stated in the video (or couldn’t hear it over the horrible trip hop beats). Just so we’re clear, here is the official status of Zune’s relationship to PlaysForSure: The PlaysForSure experience is designed to provide consumers with a consistent and guaranteed entertainment experience across the devices and services that are a part of the PFS ecosystem. Since Zune is a separate offering that is not part of the PlaysForSure ecosystem, Zune content is not supported on PlaysForSure devices. By the same token, Zune will work with Zune-specific content as well as non-DRM files.
$100 Off Blog Business Summit Registration Fee
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Announcements, Blogging, Business Tools, Product Offers,
Okay Mind Campers, we have a bit of a treat for you. The Blog Business Summit conference is happening here in Seattle at the Bell Harbor Conference Center from October 25-27th. We were able to get special discounted rate for anyone who wants to attend. Simply put, if you would like to mingle with the major movers and shakers in the blogging world, this is the place to be. By using our link and coupon code, you will get a $100 discount off of the entrance fee. Here are the details:
Head on over to The Blog Business Summit and click on “Register Now” at the top of the page. During the checkout process, enter coupon code AESM06 to receive the $100 discount.
If you know anyone else who may be interested in attending, feel free to forward this information to them!
Early Bird Tickets Sell Out!
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Upcoming, Announcements,
Exactly two weeks to the day they went on sale, Early Bird tickets for Seattle Mind Camp 3.0 have sold out, which also means that we have sold out half of the spots for the event. The standard attendee tickets are now on sale, and once those are gone, the event will be a complete sell-out. Seattle Mind Camp 3.0 kicks off exactly two months from now, but with the first half of tickets being snapped up in just two weeks, don’t wait too long to purchase yours if you want to be there! 😊
Sponsors: We are still looking for you. If you want to help make Seattle Mind Camp 3.0 happen, please contact us.
Fidalgo Bay Coffee Providing Coffee For Seattle Mind Camp 3.0
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Sponsors, Upcoming,
You have no idea how many people in Seattle love coffee. Uh, right. Nonetheless, we thought you might be interested in knowing that we have a coffee sponsor for Seattle Mind Camp 3.0 that promises to keep your cups full with some great-tasting brew.
Fidalgo Bay Coffee serves customers throughout the US and internationally; distributing premium coffee and complete espresso solutions. The main roasting facility is located in Burlington, Washington and is mainly a wholesale business. They share in a passion for providing their customers with the best tasting coffees backed with exceptional service. Together they ensure their customers receive the highest quality products, as well as the personal touch.
Fidalgo Bay products can now be found throughout the United States, as well as internationally, in coffee shops, espresso stands, restaurants, hotels, offices and in private residences.
A big “Thank You” goes out to Mind Camper Christian Burns for helping to get this set up.
Seattle Mind Camp 3.0 Tickets Now On Sale
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Upcoming, Announcements,
Tickets for Seattle Mind Camp 3.0 are on sale now, as we have released the first half of our tickets to be sold at a discounted price (the next round of tickets will cost just a bit more.) We have a few extra costs this time around, which has resulted in a ticket price increase over the last Mind Camp, but we think that some of the things we have up our sleeves should be worth it for you. 😉
To take advantage of the early camper discount, head on over to the Mind Camp 3.0 registration page. A couple of things to note:
- We need your FULL, REAL address. We will be mailing out tickets, and if we don’t have yoru address, we can’t mail yours.
- Double-check the spelling of your name. If you make a typo in your name, that same typo will be on your badge.
- List a corporate affiliation ONLY if you want it printed on your badge. Otherwise, put your website, blog, or whatever else you want to appear on your badge.
