Competitions Discussion Thread Part 11

nanto3girls

nanto3girls wrote: »

This has probably been asked before, but when you cond the postcards AIOE, for the Reveal competitions, how do you address it? Do you just put Reveal competitions, then the address.

Thank you princess pixiedust.

furndire

finatra26 wrote: »

Hi guys - didn't want to bump the original comp so putting this info here re: the Argos Eon instant win - I entered this with my mobile number foolishly:D getting the last digit of my mobile wrong
I have come into missed calls from them since & tonight they caught me - they have been phoning my home number even though I am TPS & x directory
I asked to speak to a manager (who was very nice) who said Argos pass the contact details to them so beware putting in wrong numbers might not be enough

I found that out

madmonster

update:

madmonster wrote: »

Hi everyone... can anyone advise. I really should stay away from vote for me comps as they really do my head in.. however, I got tempted and I got through to the final ten. BUT there are two entries in the final ten that completely disregard the rules.

I've asked the company running the comp on twitter and they've ignored me, I asked on the blog underneath the votes and they deleted it. Do people think it's worth complaining before the final result or should I just leave it and hope they don't win.

Rules clearly state that you had to present an image with a slogan on it...

"The slogan of our newest camera, the NX10 is “Why Capture? Create!”.
Use this slogan, capture your precious moments and upload the image/photo on a site you use.
You can write the slogan on a plain banner, and let your friend photography you, but you can also spray the slogan on your wall and upload a photo of your wall.
However, images dedicated to the slogan will also be eligible to participation. Meaning, there are often tiny things, we used to ignore or pay less attention to, so, capturing your very precious moments will, maybe, receive a little plus.
But keep in mind, the “Why Capture? Create!” has to be visible somewhere.
It’s your choice, and the more creative the better. However, photos which might contain anything immortal are automatically excluded from the event.
Furthermore, all participants will be responsible for their own uploads, so avoid copying copyright-protected contents.

Read more: http://www.samsungimaging.net/10-000-follower-giveaway-special/#ixzz0j5fEZotm "

(I bolded the bit in the quote).

These two photos are really quite good, but no where do they include the slogan. I could have submitted far better pictures if they didn't need the slogan on them as I'm sure could lots more people.

So what do people think... do I kick up a stink now and probably get my votes completely ignored or wait and see?

Any advise gratefully received.

Following Nicole's advise I did kick up a stink as did others who had entries and a result!!!

"Dear users,
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience, we’ve caused.
As for the image 7 and 8, both images have been excluded of the pool, and won’t be considered in the final ranking on Monday!
Thank you,
Best Regards,
SamsungImaging"

Image No 7 has complained wholeheartedly about it, but it turned out he was a professional photographer, using a year old photograph not even done for the competition and was an official Samsung blogger. I suspect that someone's detective work in finding this was his undoing and led Samsung to their decision.

But all credit to Samsung for finally acting.

isitenough

That's good news madmonster. Glad Samsung have seen sense. Could have been bad publicity if they hadn't removed the 2 images that didn't meet the T&C's. Interesting about Image #7 photographer. Wonder how he thought it would work, leaving the words out seems his undoing!

isitenough

All the email entries I sent to competition@memorabletv.com (10 posted in March) have bounced. Anyone else got bouncers for them?

toniq

Is our group on Mpora not working? i happily typed replies and nothing showed?!??!?!

:eek::eek:


Isitenough, mine never came back? maybe their mailbox got full hence urs were returned xxx

fire**fly

Pick me Up Issue 13 - Information

Hi everyone, I'm sorry but the Pick me Up issue 13 isn't showing on their site yet to enter, have done it ready but don't want to really post it & cause a lot of bumping to say it's not open yet
if anyone notices it's open can they please pop in here to let us know or pm me so can then get it up for us all,
Thank you

http://www.puzzlesandprizes.co.uk/

baxgttdi

Hey all, first post over on this forum so be gentle . Basically someone on the other forums mentioned this board and I liked the sound of it so came over ot have a look. Can anyone give me tips on getting started with all this "comping" game please? Is there any tools that help with filling in forms etc or finding the best ones, sorry if this is a stupid question, patience appreicated.

Dave

The_Plush_Doormat

Hi Dave and welcome to the Comps. Board So many tips, so little time
First of all, you can read Velvet Glove's comping guide:

COMPINGBIBLE

Secondly, and hold on tight, I am going to ask for your post to be moved into Competitions Discussion Board, where the peeps in there will answer your questions.

Have fun, good luck and hope you win lots

Was I gentle?

baxgttdi

Thanks for the reply and the er..removal , much appreciated .