WIN a FREE Phone with like NO effort and attend the Windows Phone 7 Developer Launch
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October 12th will be the Windows Phone 7 Developer Launch. There's an MSDN Simulcast event you can sign up for, that'll be a full day of training on writing Windows Phone apps.
In the US, there are also a lot of live in-person Free Events to learn Windows Phone 7 Development listed at http://www.msdnevents.com/wp7devlaunch. I encourage you to register now as they are filling up fast.
A friend asked me to put a Windows Phone 7 banner on my blog, and I said half-jokingly, what'll you give me? Then I realized it's less interesting if there's a banner on MY blog and more interesting if there's a banner on YOUR blog.
So, I brokered a deal where two of you (US only for now, sorry, I seriously tried) will win a free Windows Phone 7.
Here's the legal rules they wrote, but here's my four-step layman's version.
- Go get a Windows Phone 7 banner or badge
- Put the image on your blog
- Link the image to http://www.msdnevents.com/wp7devlaunch/
- Lie in wait
Now, they'll use Bingle/Gobing and a link: query to find two of you randomly, I'm sure, but even better, after you've done it, add a comment on this post and Iet everyone know!
Within 10 days after the final Windows Phone 7 developer launch event, they'll select TWO folks randomly. Your odds are good, friend. Like way less than 1 in a billion. We shall see. Go Go Go!
Related Links
- Register for MSDN Simulcast Event: Windows Phone 7 Developer Launch: Jump-Start Your Mobile Development
- Find a register for a LIVE local developer event!
(No, I'm not eligible, I already asked.)
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Scott Hanselman is a former professor, former Chief Architect in finance, now speaker, consultant, father, diabetic, and Microsoft employee. He is a failed stand-up comic, a cornrower, and a book author.
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October 02, 2010 0:40
http://blog.mateli.ch/2010/09/i-really-want-to-develop-for-wp7-wish-i.html
blog.mateli.ch
durn, why'd I think there'd be some magic auto name/email thing with my openid?
I'm a sucker for the chance at free stuff. Image is on my blog. Hoping free phone arrives.
http://blog.jonerickson.me/attending-windows-phone-7-launch-event
I really want one of these =)
I really want one of these =)
Wow, you will go to great lengths to NOT have to display that banner on your site! ;-)
Yeah, I'm a sucker for free stuff too. Count me in!
http://centrolutions.com/Blog/
http://centrolutions.com/Blog/
Very excited for the chance.
Check out bookemdano.spaces.live.com for some WP7 device info.
Check out bookemdano.spaces.live.com for some WP7 device info.
Added it to my crappy tech blog http://worthyd.com/techblog/. I'm very excited about developing for phone 7!!!
I would be totally up for doing this, such a pity it isn't available in Europe.
Really want a windows mobile 7 phone
Really want a windows mobile 7 phone
I love the free stuff, too. On top of that, I'm really excited for the Windows Phone 7, so I'm happy to do it.
http://www.peteonsoftware.com/index.php/2010/10/01/windows-phone-7-launch-event/
http://www.peteonsoftware.com/index.php/2010/10/01/windows-phone-7-launch-event/
I'm very excited for the new phone ... I'm attending the launch in Philly.
http://georgehandlin.com/2010/10/01/WindowsPhone7DevelopLaunchEvents.aspx
http://georgehandlin.com/2010/10/01/WindowsPhone7DevelopLaunchEvents.aspx
Guess I should link it properly...
http://georgehandlin.com/2010/10/01/WindowsPhone7DevelopLaunchEvents.aspx
http://georgehandlin.com/2010/10/01/WindowsPhone7DevelopLaunchEvents.aspx
US-only means US residents only? Or if I ask for it to be sent within the US can I be eligigle?
Looks like I just missed the WP7 event that was in Utah this week :-( We don't get a lot of MSDN events out here, but I enjoy attending them when we do. I added the link to the side bar of my Code Blog, and put the full banner at the bottom of my WP7 Game development project. Free phone or not, I'm just excited to see a great new platform come out!
added to my gaming blog. i'm so stoked for windows phone 7 to come out! really disappointed in verizon not having it at launch.
Commencing countdown, engines on... again
link: http://blog.leebrandt.me/archive/2010/10/01/wp7-official-launch-on-october-12th.aspx
link: http://blog.leebrandt.me/archive/2010/10/01/wp7-official-launch-on-october-12th.aspx
Scott, Hi.
US only for now - Just for US man or just for US address? I'm from Russia, but I have US address, can I take part in competition?
US only for now - Just for US man or just for US address? I'm from Russia, but I have US address, can I take part in competition?
I really need a new mobile phone. Mine's so old it has a rotary dial.
http://geekswithblogs.net/brians
http://geekswithblogs.net/brians
After using a WP7 dev phone (and sadly having to turn it back in), I'm going through withdrawal. I could definitely use a WP7 phone.
http://www.senovasolutions.com/blog/2010/10/02/IfIOnlyHadAPhone.aspx
http://www.senovasolutions.com/blog/2010/10/02/IfIOnlyHadAPhone.aspx
just starting to get into SL4. I guess Windows phone 7 is the next logical step...
Perfect opportunity to announce that I'll be proctoring the hands-on labs in Dallas. Also linked to a couple of videos of my own WP7 development.
http://adventuresinsoftware.com/blog/?p=567
http://adventuresinsoftware.com/blog/?p=567
I think I just diluted everyone's chances. Sorry.
http://www.angryhacker.com/blog/archive/2010/10/02/here-is-hoping.aspx
http://www.angryhacker.com/blog/archive/2010/10/02/here-is-hoping.aspx
Awesome contest! Good luck everybody!
a@http://adamsteinert.com/blog/?p=168
a@http://adamsteinert.com/blog/?p=168
Less than 1 and a billion is right up my alley. Banner added. New blog is in the works, will have it on that one as well. Does that improve my odds? :)
http://dougmair.blogspot.com/2010/10/windows-phone-7-launch-event.html
My blog (banner/link in the right sidebar)
Got to play around with a WP7 device at a launch event. It's a nice one!
Got to play around with a WP7 device at a launch event. It's a nice one!
Done, and registered for the Washington DC launch events.
http://jeffcren.com/
http://jeffcren.com/
I was torn between going ahead and getting an Android phone or waiting for WP7. I think I'll wait now that WP7 will be supporting VB. http://www.greendragonweb.com/Blog/tabid/65/EntryId/398/Windows-Phone-7-Developer-Launch.aspx
WP7 looks cool, but MS's decision to launch on the sub-par data network of AT&T has caused my company to go with Android. Good luck on WP7 though.
I have completed the mission you have placed before me.
http://jtstroup.net/post/Windows-Phone-7-Launch-Event.aspx
http://jtstroup.net/post/Windows-Phone-7-Launch-Event.aspx
I have the banner on my blog! http://www.dotnetdevdude.com/blog/
Done, birthday is on October 14th this would be a great birthday present :)
Pretty low odds huh? Count me in -- although I consider low odds to be 1 in 20 or better. :)
Done - http://setiabud.blogspot.com/
Windows Phone 7 Launch.
Windows Phone 7 Launch.
I have never won any online contests. But even if I will not win this one as well, it actually made me to write my first blog post :)
http://geekswithblogs.net/yuriylsh/archive/2010/09/28/the-first-one.aspx
http://geekswithblogs.net/yuriylsh/archive/2010/09/28/the-first-one.aspx
Oh, what the heck...
http://richhubbins.theclaussens.com
Does need Verizon for best results, tho :).
http://richhubbins.theclaussens.com
Does need Verizon for best results, tho :).
Thanks for the promotion. I added the logo here: http://blog.edogg.com/
Can't wait for the launch in Chicago on the 19th/20th.
Can't wait for the launch in Chicago on the 19th/20th.
I posted my link here:
http://openlightgroup.net/Blog/tabid/58/EntryId/128/Help-me-win-a-Windows-Phone.aspx
http://openlightgroup.net/Blog/tabid/58/EntryId/128/Help-me-win-a-Windows-Phone.aspx
got it on http://productwonder.blogspot.com/ , my BB really sucks, time to join the new wave...
US-only???
I'll take off those ugly banners from my argentinian page, right now baby!!! :)
I'll take off those ugly banners from my argentinian page, right now baby!!! :)
What the heck, right? http://www.quartertochung.com/?p=101
Thanks!
Thanks!
I added it to my new WordPress blog courtesy of Windows Live Spaces, but now I need content. Surely I have something to write about.
This was a great idea, and it was fun to join in. I'd love a free Windows Phone, so... Bing me!
I guess an address would be helpful...
http://www.LaidOffSoftware.com
http://www.LaidOffSoftware.com
Posted to the blog. I've never won anything, ever...but hey, there is always a first (fingers crossed).
And good luck to everyone too!!!
http://pragmaticpattern.wordpress.com/2010/10/04/windows-phone-7-launch-event/
And good luck to everyone too!!!
http://pragmaticpattern.wordpress.com/2010/10/04/windows-phone-7-launch-event/
I had already started mentally planning the update to my blog templates... Until I read "US only" and cried.
Hi Scott,
I have created dedicated post for this event and posted your announcement and the images pointing to the url you have provided.
Here is the post:
http://elearning.narsoft.com/2010/10/05/win-a-free-phone-with-like-no-effort-and-attend-the-windows-phone-7-developer-launch/
~NK
I have created dedicated post for this event and posted your announcement and the images pointing to the url you have provided.
Here is the post:
http://elearning.narsoft.com/2010/10/05/win-a-free-phone-with-like-no-effort-and-attend-the-windows-phone-7-developer-launch/
~NK
http://ttcedu.wordpress.com
Could really use this for development of mobile site & apps at a small college.
Thanks.
Could really use this for development of mobile site & apps at a small college.
Thanks.
Added to http://gyurigrell.com. Here's hoping I win, as the emulator is seems rather slow for animations & Silverlight games.
I am wired up and proudly displaying the banner in my header. Here is hoping I can move from the MyTouch to this new gadget!
Added it to my blog: http://estebanfg.blogspot.com/2010/10/windows-phone-7-developer-launch-event.html
All done! Check it if you don't believe me ...
<a href="http://pocorath.blogspot.com/>Right here</a>
<a href="http://pocorath.blogspot.com/>Right here</a>
My link:
http://www.farseergames.com/krashlander/
Jeff Weber
@jeffweber
www.farseergames.com
http://www.farseergames.com/krashlander/
Jeff Weber
@jeffweber
www.farseergames.com
Just blogged... OctoberFest, Silverfest (DFW) - including the Phone 7 Launch!
http://developingux.com/blog/2010/10/04/october-is-silverlight-silverfest-in-dfw-dallas/
http://developingux.com/blog/2010/10/04/october-is-silverlight-silverfest-in-dfw-dallas/
Proudly sporting a link to the Windows Phone 7 developers launch at http://codepilgrimage.wordpress.com
Apparently my comments are getting flagged for moderation. Hmmm.
Here it is without the actual href link:
My development/tech blog: http://MattPenner.info
Thanks!
Here it is without the actual href link:
My development/tech blog: http://MattPenner.info
Thanks!
I've tried commenting 8 or 10 times and it never goes through. Maybe Matt has the idea of how to get past the moderation.
My blog is at: stevehiner.talksabout.net
My blog is at: stevehiner.talksabout.net
Weird. I have no moderation system. I don't moderate comments at all. Perhaps the Akismet Wordpress Anti-Spam is getting suspicious of all the links to blogs with really short comments.
Weird. Here is what I tried to post:
http://goo.gl/uNMi
This is the result that I got:
http://goo.gl/igNa
It seems like just the use of the anchor tags did it, though I see others here got it to work.
http://goo.gl/uNMi
This is the result that I got:
http://goo.gl/igNa
It seems like just the use of the anchor tags did it, though I see others here got it to work.
I did it. Let's see if my shameless attempt for a free phone works. :-)
http://www.kevinlabranche.com/blog/
http://www.kevinlabranche.com/blog/
Let's rock!
http://geekswithblogs.net/PaulJohnson/archive/2010/10/07/windows-phone-7-developer-launch.aspx
http://geekswithblogs.net/PaulJohnson/archive/2010/10/07/windows-phone-7-developer-launch.aspx
Sorry guys, the phone is mine :P
http://www.developmentalmadness.com
http://www.developmentalmadness.com
Posted to my website: www.slashcry.com - http://www.slashcry.com/?p=620
Ok posted on http://boydtwa.wordpress.com/2010/10/11/trolling-for-a-free-windows-phone-7/
I added the banner to http://blog.columnbreak.com and the badge to http://m.columnbreak.com/blog.
I added the banner to http://timcorbett.blogspot.com. Read my ongoing blog about my quest for a Windows 7 Phone.
Thanks
Thanks
I've posted the banner on my site, http://Saintless.com
I've posted the banner on my site, http://Saintless.com. Thanks, Scott!
I am trying to post one more time with an anchor tag. Anyway here is my blog http://michaelcodes.net/post/Windows-Phone-7-Developer-Launch.aspx
http://www.codetoglory.com/2010/10/17/i-want-a-windows-phone-7/
http://www.codetoglory.com/2010/10/17/i-want-a-windows-phone-7/
I've posted some thoughts and remarks on the Chicago Windows Phone 7 Developer Launch here, as well as the banner: http://codeprone.com/2010/10/21/windows-phone-7-developer-launch/
Please take a look and let me know what you think! And Scott/Microsoft, I could really use a Windows Phone 7! ;)
Please take a look and let me know what you think! And Scott/Microsoft, I could really use a Windows Phone 7! ;)
Let's try that again, but clickable this time: http://codeprone.com/2010/10/21/windows-phone-7-developer-launch/
Has it been 10 days since the final event happened? I don't see a list of the event dates on the site.
Wanting to know who won? Should I officially give up hope and go pick up a new crappy phone to replace my old crappy phone?
Wanting to know who won? Should I officially give up hope and go pick up a new crappy phone to replace my old crappy phone?
Yep, I literally just called the final winner a few hours ago. There were hundreds of entries and two winners. Thanks everyone for playing!
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