Lee StottMicrosoftLeestott@Microsoft.com@lee_stott

http://www.imaginecup.com World CitizenshipMake an app that could change someone’s life. Pick your cause: the environment, education, health, you name it. Use technology as an agent of change.

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InnovationReinvent social networks. Transform online shopping. Experience music in a new way. Do something amazing with GPS. It’s time to take that crazy idea of yours and ship it!

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Dates

August 30, 2012

Competition begins!

March 15, 2013

Deadline to register your team

May 15, 2013

Finalist teams announced at ImagineCup.com

April 15, 2013

Local Finals conclude in participating countries Online Finals submission deadline for all countries

July 8-12, 2013

Worldwide Finals in St. Petersburg, Russia

Websitehttp://imaginecup.com

First Place:$50,000 (USD)

Second Place$10,000 (USD)

ThridPlace:$5,000 (USD)

Prizes

Windows 8 App ChallengeTest a team’s ability to design and build a Windows Store app that takes advantage of Windows 8 features and design principles to deliver an exceptional experience on the platform

Windows Phone ChallengeSeeking the best apps that feature startling functionality and device-focused utility, combined with a delightful Windows Phone user experience.

Windows Azure ChallengeGetting your team started on the “next big thing” by leveraging Azure platform features to build a great web application.

Additional Challenges

Finalist Team and mentorfree trip to compete at St. Petersburg, Russia

Good luck!See you in Russia?