Nokia launched Mobile Rules Competition.

Looks like Nokia is running out of ideas. Therefore Nokia is now inviting all super innovators to hack their brains out by launching Mobile Rules Competition. It is a leading annual competition for mobile applications and business plans. The purpose of this competition is to bring together the most innovative thinking on applications, services and business models.

So Are You The ONE?

Who can participate?

1. Business Managers
2. Entrepreneurs
3. Software/IT Developers
   
4. Creative Professionals

Benefits?

You got a chance to get products and services into the hands of millions of Nokia device users, operators, integrators and enterprises. So what are you waiting for? ACT NOW! Be Part of this exciting innovations!

How it works?

There are 2 tracks with sub categories:

Mobile Applications categories:

• Multiplayer/Connected Games
• Multimedia
• Enterprise
• Infotainment

We are looking for new applications that use the unique enablers of the Nokia Platforms such as maps, navigation, motion detection, video capture and playback, and content sharing. Applications will be judged on uniqueness, design, ease of use, and the overall consumer experience. Don't let the categories restrict your thinking. Innovative applications and business plans that combine technologies and operate across these categories will also be considered. So come on, blow our minds!

Track 2:

Mobile Business Plans:

• Internet Innovation
• Mobile Sharing
• Very Human Technology
• Green Businesses

The main focus of the business plan competition is communication and sharing. Plans are judged on their uniqueness, value to consumers, market potential, customer adoption, revenue opportunity and investor value.

Who are the organizer?

1. Nokia
2. Nokia Growth Partners
   
3. Blue Run Ventures
4. Vision Capital
5. CMEA Ventures
6. Silicon Valley Assoociation
7. Finnode
8. SK Telecom

This event will gathers together the most promising designers, leading vendors, investors and media from around the world. The competition offers a unique chance for mobile innovators to work with key players in the industry. It also provides networking opportunities, market visibility, and significant rewards. For more information, please visit www.mobilerules.org or e-mail Forum Nokia.

Submission Deadline:

1. 25 Jan 2008 (Mobile Applications)
2. 16 Nov 2007 (Business Plans)

Good luck then.............