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Apparent Android Developer Scam (Actually, it seems real!)

Haha I love fakes like this. They tend to make me laugh
This email I just got for example, heres the text;
"Subject: Device Seeding Program for Top Android Market Developers
From: [email protected]
Due to your contribution to the success of Android Market, we would like to present you with a brand new Android device as part of our developer device seeding program. You are receiving this message because you're one of the top developers in Android Market with one or more of your applications having a 3.5 star or higher rating and more than 5,000 unique downloads.
In order to receive this device, you must click through to this site, read the terms and conditions of the offer and fill out the registration form to give us your current mailing address so that we can ship your device.
You will receive either a Verizon Droid by Motorola or a Nexus One. Developers with mailing addresses in the US will receive either a Droid or Nexus one, based on random distribution. Developers from Canada, EU, and the EEA states (Norway, Lichtenstein), Switzerland, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore will receive a Nexus One. Developers with mailing addresses in countries not listed above will not receive a phone since these phones are not certified to be used in other countries.
We hope that you will enjoy your new device and continue to build more insanely popular apps for Android!
Thanks,
Eric Chu
Android Mobile Platform
Google, Inc.
1600 Amphitheater Parkway
Mountain View, CA 94043
NOTE: You have received this mandatory email to notify you about an important update to the status of your Android account. "
The page it links to is (link changed just in case). I like the way it's on Google Sites instead of a real Google webpage, and the registration form is just an inlay of Google Docs with some info. Not sure I can see a point in this one, since it doesn't ask for any critical information except address & phone number, but pretty funny none the less lol.
EDIT: Also, by the way, I am a developer on the market with an app that meets the criteria, so it is targeted at the right person, but I just think it seems fake lol.
EDIT 2: AndroidAndMe is reporting it, it appears to be legit.

oops, ****. I filled it in O_O
reported the site though?, not sure how much they can get with that little bit of info...

and just for the record, google has used google docs before for forms.
I used one for switching my gvoice from one account to another

<blank> said:
oops, ****. I filled it in O_O
reported the site though?, not sure how much they can get with that little bit of info...
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Thats what I was wondering too. I figure I'll wait and see if I see anything else about it, the requirements are pretty lax, so I figure quite a few people got it. I'll see what people say and if it turns out real I'm all for it lol.

Well it sounds kind of "too good to be true" and when it does it usually is.
However, check the mail headers. The sending server is one known to be used for Google mass mailings. Check for example
http://www.google.com/support/forum/p/AdSense/thread?tid=127d121c2bc9d7a1&hl=en
It also seems like all the IP's involved checks out (ie are real Google IP's)
I got one of these mails as well and I do qualify. Sure hope it's legit.

jonasl said:
Well it sounds kind of "too good to be true" and when it does it usually is.
However, check the mail headers. The sending server is one known to be used for Google mass mailings. Check for example
http://www.google.com/support/forum/p/AdSense/thread?tid=127d121c2bc9d7a1&hl=en
It also seems like all the IP's involved checks out (ie are real Google IP's)
I got one of these mails as well and I do qualify. Sure hope it's legit.
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Thats what I thought. What throws me off is it being on a Google Site instead of a real Google hosted page. I filled it out, since there is no personal info required really, and I hope its legit, but I don't hold high hope lol

The headers seem to be legit, and Google has used Google Sites before (the Wave Developer preview signup was through a Google Site). Unless someone hacked Google servers to send people emails just to steal peoples' addresses, order numbers (quite useless), and phone numbers.

Update: I see a lot of people think this offer is too good to be true and have concerns of a phishing scam. I’ve reached out to my contact at Google and will post a response if I get one. From what I can tell, the email appeared to be legit.
Update 2: Roman Nurik, Android Developer Relations for Google, states that this is real on the official Android Developers Google Group.
Update 3: I received a second confirmation from an official Google spokesperson.
“A thriving developer community is an important part of creating a better mobile experience for users around the world. We hope that offering devices to developers will make it easier for them to create and test great applications. This is inline with other efforts to support developers, which also includes our Android Developer Labs World Tour and our upcoming participation at the Game Developers Conference.”
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http://androidandme.com/2010/03/new...-devs-with-free-phone-in-new-seeding-program/

LinkinX said:
http://androidandme.com/2010/03/new...-devs-with-free-phone-in-new-seeding-program/
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Hot damn! I hope I gets me mah Nexus!! Lmao

I could always use another Nexus...one for each hand

I think this is great. Gives the developers reason to keep working. Looks like google actually has taken notice. Good for all.

AN XFX SECURITY ALERT: Suspected Security Breach; Please read!!

Recieved this email today:
Dear XFX Customers,
In light of recent events, we suspect that one of our HD 5970 Black Edition Limited graphics cards may have been compromised. In our current inventory check of this limited run of 1,000 individually serialised pieces, #68 is unaccounted for. We have evidence of a security breach in our facility, thus we believe #68 has been illegally obtained as the product has yet to be released. Please be aware that the person responsible will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. If any news can be provided to lead us to the apprehension of a suspect, or if you can provide us with any information, please report it to [email protected]. XFX will reward any information leading to the return of #68. Please do not attempt to buy, trade, or barter for this unit. We thank you for your cooperation and apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Sincerely,
XFX
If you get offered a HD 5970 please return it to XFX!!!
thanks

cool.
Happens all the time with all the companies.
What is so special about #68? Does it have the Swiss bank account and pin# on it or what?

There is a 1000 of them that are not released and they are limited edition.
Thats why they are special.

chikoo said:
cool.
Happens all the time with all the companies.
What is so special about #68? Does it have the Swiss bank account and pin# on it or what?
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i don't think theres something special about that one i think they are more just stating thats the pin number of the one that got stolen lol

Still...
what is so special about a graphics card that it is deemed a "security breach"...it is theft in the simplest form.

Unrealeased.
Just like the iphone 4g. Same with them graphics cards

And 5970s are incredibly expensive

cmstackar said:
And 5970s are incredibly expensive
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Your right there!!

ah..ha...
thanks for the info

Just had to post this:
http://www.tomshardware.com/news/XFX-HD-5970-radeon,10273.html

Oh yeah i found out this morning that this was a marketing thing.
The good news is i have been entered into a prize draw to win a hd 5970!!!!1

so.....my gut feeling was right on....wtf is a "security breach" with a graphics cards.....it was a ploy...

Google Buys Micro$soft for 290 Billion Dollars

http://blog.tmcnet.com/blog/rich-tehrani/google-buys-microsoft.html
Microsoft to be bought by Google, Windows 8 now to be Chrome OS!
Windows Phone 7 to be merged into IceCream Sandwhich

wow its amazing what they have there fingers in
Google has worked with several corporations, in order to improve production and services. On September 28, 2005,Google announced a long-term research partnership with NASA which would involve Google building a 1-million square foot R&D center at NASA's Ames Research Center. NASA and Google are planning to work together on a variety of areas, including large-scale data management, massively distributed computing, bio-info-nano convergence, and encouragement of the entrepreneurial space industry. The new building would also include labs, offices, and housing for Google engineers.[56] In October 2006, Google formed a partnership with Sun Microsystems to help share and distribute each other's technologies. As part of the partnership Google will hire employees to help the open source office program OpenOffice.org.[57]
Time Warner's AOL unit and Google unveiled an expanded partnership on December 21, 2005, including an enhanced global advertising partnership and a $1 billion investment by Google for a 5% stake in AOL.[58] As part of the collaboration, Google plans to work with AOL on video search and offer AOL's premium-video service within Google Video. This did not allow users of Google Video to search for AOL's premium-video services. Display advertising throughout the Google network will also increase.
In August 2003, Google signed a $900 million offer with News Corp.'s Fox Interactive Media unit to provide search and advertising on MySpace and other News Corp. websites including IGN, AmericanIdol.com, Fox.com, and Rotten Tomatoes, although Fox Sports is not included as a deal already exists between News Corp. and MSN.[59][60]
On 6 December 2006, British Sky Broadcasting released details of a Sky and Google alliance.[61] This includes a feature where Gmail will link with Sky and host a mail service for Sky, incorporating the email domain "@sky.com".
In 2007, Google displaced America Online as a key partner and sponsor of the NORAD Tracks Santa program.[62][63][64]Google Earth was used for the first time to give visitors to the website the impression that they were following Santa Claus' progress in 3-D.[65] The program also made its presence known on YouTube in 2007 as part of its partnership with Google.[66]
In January 2009, Google announced a partnership with the Pontifical Council for Social Communications, allowing the Pope to have his own channel on YouTube

I highly doubt that's true. If anything it would be microsoft buying Google...

Skellyyy said:
I highly doubt that's true. If anything it would be microsoft buying Google...
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It would help if people look at the date on things before they submit them.
This is from 2005, and guess what date of the year

Lol retards never fail to amaze.

'April 1, 2005 8:51 AM'

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read any1 ?

It's not particularly my main though when I read an article to check the date tbh. It's not really a retarded mistake though, just a common mistake. My bad though haha.
Oh and everybody hop off Pulsers d*ck, if it wasn't for him, none of you would of spotted it either.

An old april 1st joke.

AHH HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH
*cough cough
*splutter
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
That is all.

Haha I thought it was true to skelly
In fact I was happy... Couldn't wait for an update to change my Windows 7 boot screen to say Google Windows 7

You'd know these two morons on top of me are from off topic.

I would've personally hand-delivered Google a buck if they had done that.

lmfao! i was like what hahahahahahahaha

SciFiSurfer said:
I would've personally hand-delivered Google a buck if they had done that.
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You and me both. I was so confused until I saw the date on the article.
Sent from my SCH-I500 using XDA App

Loltard alert... and he even put the damn article on his siggie.
This is sooo epic fail...
RTFA's date dude...

Lol funny..I believed it until I read the last sentence...
The SEC is expected to allow this merger and the deal will be done if 4 months from today. Speaking of today, Happy April Fool’s Day!
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This would be simply amazing though if it was a reality

Alright, for those amongst us whom have not come to realize why this will never happen:
1. Google stands for openness, Microsoft stands for opening your wallet.
2. Google's motto is "Do no evil". They might have failed many times, but they still try to uphold it. Bill Gates is now trying to buy his way into heaven.
3. Google's browser, Chrome is a good browser for fast browsing and excellent for content consumption. IE is only good for downloading Firefox or Chrome.
4. Google stands for innovation and openness. Microsoft used to fire people for working on own projects.
Looking at the cultural differences, any business analyst would have seen through it and realized the Google's buyout will result in a mass lay-off of MS employees. On top of that, Google would never have been able to afford the deal (unless they promise share for share exchange).
Last but not least, SEC would have blocked the deal. 100% of all searches in USA would be controlled by one entity (Yahoo is powered by Bing, remember?) and that goes against the anti-trust laws.
'nuff said.

Google Play / Google Wallet Tax Information for UK users

im extremely confused about all of this, i kind of stumbled into this google play malarky by mistake
So..
Im in the Uk
I got some apps on google play.
ive made £4 in a couple of months.(i made a couple of apps 50p just to see what happens/stop all those promo sites integrating my wares as their own.)
now i get this:
Tax information required
Tax regulations in the US require that Google have complete and accurate tax information for our customers. Such forms are required in the event that a payee is located in the US or whose content is sold in the US. Please update your tax information in order to get paid.
Do i need to do this? Will i burn in hell for it?
And do i need to be a "business"?
im an idiot.
i hear that this is where people who actually know what they are talking about lurk.
help.
what is everyone's thoughts on this? any UK users had to do this?

I'm also interested how to deal with it

Hi,
Sorry for the late reply..
But YES, you need to fill these forms out. No you won't burn in hell so long as you are no a US citizen, do not carry out business in the US, etc.. (read what it says on the form). For 95% of developers this will be the case.
You will need to declare your earnings to HMRC.. I would check out if there is a lower limit below which it can be considered a "hobby", otherwise you should become a sole trader or a Ltd company. This will require year-end accounts to be filed, which could cost you about £500-£800 for an accountant.
Send me a PM if you would like some help. Also, I have bought developer's accounts in the past so might be interested in yours.

Looking for a business partner for my IT start up...

Hello from Vancouver, BC Canada
I am looking for a back end developer preferably residing the USA/Canada but will entertain other regions if I see commitment. We will be launching a social media site that is actually complimentary to other social media sites. It will be have web channels as well as a cable broadcast channel in the US/ Canada. Please note, my idea is not posted on my company website.
The criteria for a partner is as follows:
1) build the prototype to present to Series A funders
2) build the prototype APP (it's fairly simple)
3) sign the investors agreement for the formation of the joint venture
4) Invest $12,500 50% ownership -
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IEA will provide for it's part to the joint venture:
a)the technical layout for the prototype
b)trademark ownership
c) CRTC license (no license is required for the USA).
d) IEA will also place $12,500 for 50% ownership
I do have an impressive advisory panel.
I already have four (4) companies set to review the Series A funding (2 are industry inside corporations and 2 are venture capital firms). Our Series A is $3 million.
If you think you can help, I can send an NDA and business plan to move this forward.
ME as a partner:
I have a entertainment marketing background. I am strong in presentations and sales. I'm outgoing. I have worked in the entertainment industry for many years (cable television, motion pictures, and communications).
I try to humble myself (keep ego in check). I like humor :silly: I'm an great writer but horrible with numbers...lol.
I try to act in good faith. I do not like greed and ego. I like consensus. I have launched and sold two companies in my past.
I am really excited about this start up. If this interests you please message me here or privately (preferred) at my website: ieamedia

You've come to the wrong place, obviously.
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