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Gen Con Indy 2014 Event Submission Now Open

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Gen Con Indy 2014 Event Submission Now Open

Last year, Gen Con offered more than 11,000 gaming, educational, crafting, and entertainment events. This year, Gen Con hopes to provide even more opportunities for talented event organizers and GMs. Given the surge in events, we recommend submitting your events early to increase the chances of ideal location placement, event timing, and inclusion in Gen Con’s marketing materials, including the Gen Con 2014 Program Book.

To submit your event proposal, click here. (Sign-up/Log-in is required.)

Important Note: the Event Host Policy has been updated for 2014. This is the master document that explains just about everything you need to know about running all events at Gen Con, so make sure to review it before submitting. If you have any questions after reading the document, you can send the Events team your questions directly. To contact them, please email events@gencon.com.

Badge Pre-Registration Begins January 26
Can’t wait for Gen Con 2014?

Badge Pre-Registration is just around the corner!

In a little more than two weeks (January 26), badge Pre-Registration will begin. During Pre-Reg, you can purchase your Gen Con badge, which will allow you to book rooms in Gen Con’s Housing Block (beginning on January 28, while supplies last) and sign-up for Events prior to the August 2014 show. Also, those that purchase badges during Pre-Registration will save $10 off of the price of most badges. US attendees also can opt to receive their badges prior to the show through home delivery.

This year, Gen Con has decided to consolidate shipping options for 2014 badge fulfillment to better streamline the process and provide additional service to attendees.

In 2014, Gen Con will switch all badge fulfillment options to USPS Priority Mail. This new delivery option will provide attendees with 3-5 day shipping for a flat rate of $10. Perhaps most importantly, this new shipping option will include FREE Tracking and Signature Confirmation on every shipment. With previous shipping options, Gen Con was not able to guarantee 100% security once the packages left the Gen Con offices, but now, the our team can through USPS tracking!

Should USPS determine that your package was lost, destroyed, or not delivered, Gen Con will replace your items at no cost to you.

Last year’s FedEx and First Class mail options were not able to guarantee the above at the same rate and shipping options for all US residents. The Gen Con team hopes this switch will better serve the show’s attendees.

Additionally, this new shipping option will allow Gen Con to ship directly to PO Boxes and addresses not covered by previous shipping methods, which will increase the delivery range for Gen Con fans.

Have questions on the new shipping process? Please email Gen Con’s Customer Service team. You can click here to send them an email.

Before signing up for your 2014 badge, you can save yourself time by updating your personal information at gencon.com. If your address, phone, or email changed this year, you will want to update it prior to badge registration. Thanks for your support!

Intel CEO Debuts New Wearable Tech at CES 2014

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Intel CEO Debuts New Wearable Tech at CES 2014

Intel wants to be inside — everything.

That’s the message coming from Intel’s CEO Brian Krzanich. In a 2014 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) keynote delivered Monday night, Krzanich demonstrated an array of innovative technologies from Intel that firmly place the silicon giant at the forefront of the new wearable computing and mobile technology revolution.

At the core of Krzanich’s keynote was the announcement and demonstration of new silicon called Edison, which is based on Intel’s Quark effort that brings x86 computing down to the embedded computing form factor. The Edison is the size of a standard SD-flash memory card and provides what Krzanich describes as Pentium-class computing capabilities. Edison is a 22-nanometer process based chip and initially will be available with a dual core and include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity options. Edison will be at the core of a host of new smart connected devices that Intel want to help bring to market.

Read more at Datamation: http://www.datamation.com/mobile-wireless/intel-ceo-debuts-new-wearable-tech-at-ces-2014.html?google_editors_picks=true

Day 2 at CES 2014: Five things we learned

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Day 2 at CES 2014: Five things we learned

From USAToday.com: More gadgets are powering up thanks to solar energy, homes are growing more tech friendly, and what happens when a CEO crashes his rival’s party?

Here are a few things we learned during the second day of the Consumer Electronics Show.

1. The Marissa Mayer show

Yahoo’s CEO used a little star power during her CES keynote to lay out the tech giant’s plans for 2014, recruiting John Legend, Saturday Night Live cast members and newest Yahoo Katie Couric, who will anchor a news program.

Along with the news program, Yahoo launched a pair of new websites called Yahoo Food and Yahoo Tech.

Mayer says the company is undergoing “a massive shift to mobile,” pouring more of its resources into creating content for smartphones and tablets. The company topped 400 million monthly mobile users, and Mayer forecasts 3.8 billion connected devices worldwide.

2. Devices go solar

This is a gadget show, after all, so let’s get back to the devices, some of which will be fueled with solar power.

Colorado-based EnerPlex unveiled a $99.99 smartphone battery case that users recharge through solar energy. It will be available for iPhones and Android smartphones.

Meanwhile, automaker Ford showed off its C-Max Solar Energi Concept car at CES. The vehicle’s battery recharges using solar panels located on the roof.

3. PlayStation games off to the cloud

By this summer, owners of Sony’s PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4 video game consoles will have access to the platform’s library.

During its CES keynote, Sony unveiled PlayStation Now, which will allow players to stream older titles onto PS3 and PS4. Other devices will follow, including PlayStation Vita handhelds, Bravia TVs and even other smartphones and tablets.

Users will be able to either rent individual games or sign up for a subscription and gain wider access. No details were revealed on pricing.

4. Tech for the home

CES played host to countless devices aimed at securing your home and making every day tasks easier. Here’s a quick peek at some of the interesting items spotted on the show floor:

— Scooba. The latest model from iRobot not only vacuums the floor, but scrubs up any excess moisture during a second passthrough. It works on surfaces such as tile, wood and linoleum. And it’s expensive — $600 to be exact.

— Lighting Science bulbs. A retired NASA astronaut takes advantage of his experiences in space to create light bulbs that help users wake up and fall asleep. The Definity Digital Good Night bulb helps people doze off at night, while the Awake & Alert energy enhancing light helps them pop out of bed in the morning. The bulbs will cost $69 a piece.

— The iOS Kitchen Thermometer. In search for a sophisticated kitchen thermometer? iDevices has created a gadget that features remote monitoring and temperature presets. Users can also share temperature data with friends. The Kitchen Thermometer launches this month for $79.99.

5. T-Mobile might want to its own CES party

Maybe T-Mobile CEO John Legere won’t be attending AT&T parties any time soon. Legere reportedly attended the party of wireless rival AT&T, saying he just wanted to check out main act Macklemore. However, Legere was quickly escorted off the premises.

Naturally, Legere didn’t shy away from taking a dig at his rival. As Re/code reports, Legere said with the money AT&T spent on the party, he could have cut prices on T-Mobile devices. AT&T did not comment on the incident.

Read more at USAToday.com: http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/personal/2014/01/07/ces-day-two/4366277/

Everything Microsoft at CES 2014

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Everything Microsoft at CES 2014

Everything Microsoft at CES 2014 is at your finger tips! Want to the latest updates from CES for all things Microsoft? Visit Microsoft’s CES 2014 page: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/news/ces/2014/index.html

Microsoft CES 2014

What mattered at CES 2014 – Press day

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What mattered at CES 2014 – Press day

The action kicked into high gear at CES today, with lots of companies taking the stage for formal press conferences and keynotes. We sort through the chaos so you don’t have to.

Read more: http://www.cnet.com/8301-35305_1-57616588/what-mattered-at-ces-2014-press-day/#ixzz2pgVHNk9C

CES 2014: Philips reveals 28-inch 4K Ultra HD monitor

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CES 2014: Philips reveals 28-inch 4K Ultra HD monitor

Kicking things off for CES 2014, which doesn’t officially begin tomorrow, is an announcement of a new 28-inch 4K Ultra HD monitor from Philips. Appropriately named the “PhilipsUltraClear Display,” the monitor combines 4K UHD high resolution with a color depth of 1.07 billion colors.

“Whether you require extremely detailed information for CAD-CAM solutions, use 3D graphic applications or are a financial wizard working on huge spreadsheets, this Philips display will provide UltraClear 3840×2160 pixel images to meet the visual demands of the most sophisticated power user,” Philips boasts.

“The 28-inch monitor (model 288P6) is also ideal for those seeking superb onscreen clarity and color accuracy for personal applications, and includes built-in stereo speakers for multimedia and MHL technology for easy mobile device connectivity.”

The UltraClear Display comes equipped with HDMI, DisplayPort, Dual-link DVI and VGA SmartConnect ports, and also features MultiView functionality which allows users to work with multiple devices (like PC and laptop) side-by-side simultaneously. Another feature is SmartErgoBase, which allows the monitor to be lowered down almost to desk level for a comfortable viewing angle.

Below are official specs for the UltraClear Display which is expected to be available in spring 2014 for $1,199.99.

SPECIFICATIONS
 LCD panel type TN
 Backlight type W-LED system
 Panel size 28-inch
 Aspect ratio 16:9
 Optimum resolution 3840 x 2160
 Brightness 300
 Color 10-bit
 Viewing angle  170º (H) / 160º (V)  @ C/R > 10
 Signal input VGA (Analog )x1; DVI-D dual link x1; MHL-HDMI x1; DPx1
 USB USB2.0 x2; USB3.0 x2; + fast charger
Audio 3W x2
 Power supply Internal
 Cabinet color Black

 

Read more at GameZone: http://www.gamezone.com/news/2014/01/06/ces-2014-philips-reveals-28-inch-4k-ultra-hd-monitor

The Absolute Best Cosplay of 2013

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The Absolute Best Cosplay of 2013

This was an amazing year for creative costumes and clever tributes — so it was a lot of work to do all of it justice. We looked through a whole year of costuming at every convention, Halloween outing or simply talented people messing around online and we found a massive collection of exceptionally talented costumers. The Absolute Best Cosplay of 2013:

io9 Cosplay

Read more at io9: http://io9.com/the-absolute-best-cosplay-of-2013-1487246144?utm_campaign=socialflow_io9_facebook&utm_source=io9_facebook&utm_medium=socialflow

Oculus VR Receives Real Infusion of Cash for Their Virtual Reality System

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“Oculus VR, the company behind the highly anticipated Oculus Rift virtual reality gaming goggles, has just secured a boatload of cash to bring the product to market.

The company late Thursday announced that it has secured $75 million in a venture funding round led by Andreessen Horowitz. Spark Capital and Matrix Partners, among others, participated in the round.

The cash infusion, which dwarfs the more than $18 million Oculus has raised through Kickstarter and a Series A round, will be used to hire more staff, the company said in a statement. That staff, coupled with the funding, will provide the company the opportunity to get the Oculus Rift to store shelves more quickly.”

Source:  CNET News

News from Game Connection America 2014

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News from Game Connection America 2014

Game Connection America 2014 is reaching a few key milestones soon for folks invested in the “publishing, distribution or funding of games & projects”. A number of opening dates, deadlines and advance groundwork is laid for conferences, expos and related events in Q1 and Q2, so it never hurts to keep an eye on what might be important to you and your game industry event interests in the meantime.

Wednesday, December 18 is the last day for “super early bird registration” for all attendee packages — from standard, business, exhibitor, to premium exhibitor packages. If you’re interested, sign up early to save your €’s!

Also, Game Connection sent out a reminder news announcement about their call for submissions for their “Marketing Awards” and “Selected Projects”.

“Game Connection’s “Selected Projects” is once again giving independent developers the unique opportunity to pitch their games in front of some of the gaming world’s most influential people. Until January 10th, 2014, developers worldwide can submit their projects with a chance of taking home the ultimate accolade of “Best Project” at Game Connection America, March 17-19 at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel, San Francisco. Recently in Paris, OSome Studio received the Best Project Award directly from Kevin Yanagihara’s hands, Senior Vice President at Namco Bandai Games Europe. We are glad to confirm that Namco Bandai Games will sponsor again the American Edition of this unique competition. ”

…Alongside independent developers, marketing professionals, agencies and in-house marketing teams from across the industry are also invited to submit their campaigns before January 10th. After three memorable ceremonies in Paris and in San Francisco over the past two years, Game Connection is pleased to confirm the next edition of its Marketing Awards. Chaired by an advisory board of leading industry experts, these awards will recognize and reward outstanding work in marketing and communications from across the breadth of the video game industry worldwide.”

For more information about each of these events within the main Game Connection event, please read the news release for more full details: http://www.game-connection.com/gameconn/content/call-indies-and-marketers-game-connection-america-2014-0

NVIDIA Opens Registration for GPU Technology Conference 2014

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NVIDIA Opens Registration for GPU Technology Conference 2014

From an NVIDIA’s news release:

“Register today for GTC 2014 and discover emerging trends, compelling success stories, the very latest research findings, and innovative programming methods and techniques. In tandem, network with the brightest minds working in science, technology and industry today and walk away with new skills and insights to advance the work you’re doing.

Missed GTC 2013? Download the highlights brochure and make it a point not to miss an even better GTC 2014. Register today and save big with early bird pricing. GTC alumni can save an additional 20% using the discount code GM20ALUM. (emphasis ours)”

While NVIDIA is casting an ever bigger net over visual computing outside gaming and traditional graphics applications, there’s still likely much to be revealed from the gaming sector at NVIDIA’s flagship annual event, Will we see more about the SHIELD 2, Tegra K1, Gamestream and G-Sync?  Stay tuned for more news as this conference date comes closer.

 

 

Last Day to Apply for IGDA Scholarship for GDC 2014

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Last Day to Apply for IGDA Scholarship for GDC 2014

Today is the last day to apply to be an IGDA Scholar at GDC 2014.  This scholarship allows students or recent graduates over 18, who are members in good standing with the IGDA, the opportunity to be provided a full conference pass for GDC 2014. To apply, read the full qualifications required and fill out the form. For more information and to start the process, visit this link: http://scholars.igda.org/how-to-apply/

Events For Gamers chats with Giulia Palmieri at Game Connection

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Events For Gamers chats with Giulia Palmieri at Game Connection

E4G: Hello Giulia, thank you for taking time to chat with Events for Gamers about Game Connection Europe 2013! Please share a little bit about the purpose of the event for those not familiar.


Photo credit: AFJVGiulia: Game Connection is an international conference that gives video game industry professionals the opportunity to interact, network, and promote their products, services and expertise. Since 2001, key players from the games industry have gathered in Europe and in the US —to meet, do business together, connect with new industry professionals and socialize in a lively environment where business gets done. This business-focused setting is largely enabled by the Game Connection Meeting Application, a unique match-making tool allowing attendees to schedule meetings in advance of the event – thereby effectively optimizing time spent onsite.

E4G: What role does the event take in the ecosystem of games business conferences?

Giulia: It is the best place to network and to showcase projects effectively. We bring the players, you make the deals. No other event you can get these 30 minute meetings, back-to-back with C level managers. If time is today’s currency, we are letting people save a lot of money! There is no wandering around, everybody is there to get business done. Whether if you are a AAA publisher or an independent developer, you’ll find very precious contacts on our show floor. Plus, the spirit is unique: when you come to Game Connection, you have the feeling that you’re visiting your extended family!

E4G: What overall game industry trends do you believe keeps Game Connection relevant to attendees?


Photo credit: AFJVGiulia: Game Connection follows the current market trends, so people working into mobile or F2P can certainly find what they are looking for. However, it doesn’t mean that more hardcore platforms and business models are not represented. Quite the opposite: for example in Paris both Sony and Microsoft unveiled some tricks to the attending developers on how to best exploit the futuristic features of their next-gen consoles. Plus, the variety of service providers that are now coming to the show help us guaranteeing a coverage of the whole production pipeline. In the end what’s relevant for our attendees is the service we are providing to let them schedule 3 full days of meetings with the most pertinent key players they may find in the industry.

E4G: What were some of the new event features, conference or networking highlights?

Giulia: The 15 nominees for the Selected Projects awards opened the show, presenting their unsigned games before of all attending publishers, with White Night from OSome Studio sweeping both the “Best Console & PC Hardcore Award” sponsored by Microsoft Studios and Sony XDev Europe and the “Best Selected Project Award at Game Connection Europe 2013” sponsored by Namco Bandai Games and given directly by Kevin Yanagihara, Senior Vice President at Namco Bandai Games Europe. The show also recognized Panzer Pets from Gamundo as “Best Mobile, Tablet and Handheld Game” and Little Warlock from Storm Potion as “Best Social, Casual & Online Game”.


Photo credit: AFJVThen it was the turn of Marketing Awards, designed to recognize best-in-class video game marketing campaigns and creativity from around the world. The British Dead Good Media Ltd together with Koch Media Ltd have been elected the “Best Marketing Team at Game Connection Europe 2013” for their outstanding PR campaign on Dead Island Riptide, which included an awesome Zombie Wedding. The very same night all attendees have been invited to the Official Game Connection Zombie Apocalypse Party where dancers and make-up artists made them have the time of their lives!

There were also 2 special events: on the first day, the “Assises du Jeu Vidéo”, hosted by Capital Games was a forum of discussion and debate around economic, social and political problems encountered in the video games industry. On the second day the Innovation & Regulation Chair of Ecole Polytechnique and Telecom Paris-Tech with Mosaic, the Creativity & Innovation Pole of HEC Montréal, organized a research and professional seminar on the evolution of video games industry ecosystems: 1. Evolution of business models; 2. Create and develop value by actors: clusters and associations in cooperation with the Game Industry Support Group.

I can go on, but I guess the 90+ conference sessions we had, speak for themselves! 😉

E4G: What are the main differences between Game Connection Europe and Game Connection America?


Photo credit: AFJVGuilia: In 2011, Game Connection Europe launched a program of conferences, workshops, and master classes to reposition itself as a 360° experience. Game Connection America preferred to remain the business heart of San Francisco during GDC. We know that people normally head to the Moscone Center for sessions, so we booked alongside an entire hotel, transformed regular rooms in meeting suites, ballrooms into expo floors and got the business done!

E4G: Have you considered expanding the event to Asia or Latin America yet?

Giulia: You bet, we are. But I can’t say more, so stay tuned! 😉

E4G: Thank you for talking with us about Game Connection! Where can interested attendees go to learn more about the event and to purchase a pass?

Giulia: All information can be found on our website: www.game-connection.com or on our social networks: follow us on twitter (https://twitter.com/The_GameCo) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Game.Connection.Official.Page) and of course don’t hesitate to contact our Team if you need any further information: sales@game-connection.com

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