What is the Epson Moverio Exceed Your Vision App Challenge?

The Epson Moverio Exceed Your Vision App Challenge is a software development competition designed to motivate and reward those interested in developing innovative, creative, functional and original apps for Epson Moverio.

Where can I find information on the Epson Moverio Developer Tools?

You can find information at the following Epson Moverio Developer Resource Pages.

• Visit Moverio Apps Market
• Visit XDA Developers

Who can I contact if I have questions about the challenge rules and submission process?

Send e-mail to:  support@prelaunch.com or post a question to the discussion board on: epsonmoverio.challengepost.com

Can I enter more than one app into the Challenge?

Yes, in rounds one and two you may have multiple entrees. You may only enter an app in round three if you are a round two winner. To enter additional applications, click the “Start another submission” link on the challenge homepage.

How do I enter?

To enter an application in the challenge, you’ll need to follow the steps listed on the challenge homepage under “How to Enter.”

Are there any app categories with entry restrictions for Challenge?

There are two broad categories: Best Consumer (Augmented Reality/Gaming) and Best Enterprise (e.g. Medical, FPV, Distribution, Other)

What language should I use for the app entered into the Challenge?

Apps submitted must have English language support, and multiple language support is allowed as well.

What APIs or datasets can I include in my solution?

You may use whatever APIs, SDKs, and datasets you choose, as long as you are authorized to use and distribute them.

Why do I have to upload a video?

A video helps ensure that all users can view and experience your solution. The video will also be helpful to the panel of judges. You may create a screencast or use a handheld video camera to make your video, or choose any other method that captures the solution’s value and user interface.

What should I put in my video?

Aside from your actual app, your submission video at end of round 2 is one of the most important parts of your entry. In fact, it’s often one of the first, and sometimes only, things that judges and voters view. Make a great first impression by following these tips on what to include in your video:

• Include a step-by-step demo.Demonstrate your app’s key features by showing them functioning on an appropriate device. While audio isn’t required, narration or text bubbles can help judges and voters understand your solution.
• Keep it simple.Your video shouldn’t be longer than two-three minutes. In the words of Leonardo da Vinci, “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.”
• Don’t wait until the last minute to upload your video.Keep in mind that the time it takes to upload/process a video on YouTube, Vimeo, or Youku varies greatly depending on the format of your original video, the file size, upload traffic and Internet connection speed, and could take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours or more.

Should the app be submitted to Epson Moverio Apps Market to compete for the Round 2 or Round 3 of the Challenge?

Yes, all Round 2 and Round 3apps MUST have been submitted to Epson Moverio App Market before the respective deadline.

What are the awards for the challenge?

The top 8 entries in Round 1 will receive a Moverio BT200 and $1000. A total of 4 entries in Round 2 will receive $2000 US dollars in prize money with 2 grand prize winners one in each of the following categories will win $5,500.

Are there any other benefits besides monetary prizes for the winners?

In addition to the monetary prizes, the winners will be given various marketing benefits depending on the nature of the winning entries, including invitations to Epson Moverio Developer events.

Is the prize money taxable? If so, who pays the taxes?

Winners must pay any taxes incurred upon receiving the prize money.

How do I receive my prize?

Winners will receive the prize money, net of taxes, after completing a few steps for prize distribution carried out by Prelaunch or ChallengePost.

Are the winners informed individually? How will the winners be notified?

The winners will be selected through the judging process, described in the Official Rules, and will be announced in November on the Challenge website.

What are the judging criteria?

Apps must be developed for Epson Moverio BT200 and the following criteria apply.

Uniqueness / Commercial Potential / Functionality / Usability / Design / Extent to which application was improved from Round 1 / Support the latest Prelaunch Moverio and pass certification for the BT200 device (See Official Rules for details.)

Where can I register my app to post on the Epson Moverio App Market?

Simply visit the Epson Moverio App Market site to submit your app. It’s easy. Just follow the Epson Seller’s Guide.

If I enter/win the Challenge, will there be any effect on distribution in other markets?

There are no restrictions on release in other stores when you enter/win the Challenge. For details, please refer to the Official Rules.

Where can I find the Official Rules?

Participants must agree to the Official Rules apply for the Challenge. Please read them carefully prior to entry.

If I enter the Challenge, will I still have the proprietary rights to my app?

Participants who develop and submit the app will retain ownership of all proprietary rights. For more details, please refer to the Official Rules.

What will you do with my entry?

Prelaunch and ChallengePost will have the right to publicly display your submission on the challenge website. They will also be allowed to publicize your username on the challenge website in connection with the submission and the challenge during and after the challenge. For more information on publicity rights, please see the Official Rules.