Conference Information

Q: What is the BREW 2006 Conference?
A: BREW 2006 is an educational and networking forum for BREW® publishers, developers, content providers, wireless service operators, device manufacturers and technology providers. It’s the one venue where the global wireless community can converge to exchange more, learn more and network more.

Q: When and where is the BREW 2006 Conference held?
A: The BREW 2006 Conference is being held at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego in San Diego, California from May 31 – June 2, 2006.

Q: Who attends the BREW 2006 Conference?
A: Executives, managers, engineers and programmers from publisher, developer, content provider, wireless service operator, device manufacturer and technology provider companies as well as industry press and analysts.

Q: What can attendees expect to see and hear at the conference?
A: Attendees can expect to hear from some of the most respected leaders in the wireless industry and see BREW offerings and service showcases. They can expect to immerse themselves in both business and technical sessions and discussions about the latest advancements and trends in wireless data. Please see schedule for specific sessions, keynotes and special events.

Q: What is BREWfest?
A: BREWfest is the exclusive BREW 2006 Conference party for attendees and will be held on Thursday, June 1 at the Hall of Champions in Balboa Park. Enjoy delicious cuisine, network with associates and dance the night away to live music. Only registered attendees will be allowed into this special event. Check out the photos from last year's exciting BREWfest.

Q: Will presentations and videotapes of the conference be available afterwards?
A: Presentation slides, video and audio recordings of select sessions will be available on the BREW website once the conference has ended. Videotapes of the conference sessions will not be available. Check out the presentations from BREW 2005.

Q: Will there be simultaneous translation services at the conference?
A: The conference sessions will be conducted in English only.

Q: Whom should I contact for more conference information?
A: For more information, please contact the BREW 2006 Registration Desk at 1-800-748-5043 (011-1-508-743-0506 for International callers).

Conference Registration

Q: How do I register for the BREW 2006 Conference?
A: Click here to register online or call the BREW 2006 Registration Desk at 1-800-748-5043 (011-1-508-743-0506 for International callers). The registration desk will be open during the hours of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM EST.

Q: How much does it cost to attend the BREW 2006 Conference?
A: The single attendee “Early Bird” fee is $699 and the “Regular” single attendee conference fee is $849. To obtain the Early Bird discount you must register before midnight Friday, April 28, 2006.

Q: Are there any group discounts?
A: Yes, you can save $100 off of each individual registration with groups of 5 or more attendees from the same company. You must register all 5 attendees at the same time. Click here for more instructions on how to register using the group discounts.

Q. Does the Early Bird discount apply to group discounts?
A: Yes. If you register for a group discount before midnight Friday, April 28, 2006, you will receive a $100 discount off of the Early Bird rate of $699. All applications received after this date will receive a $100 discount off of the Regular rate of $849. Click here for more instructions on how to register using the group discounts.

Q: How do I apply for a group discount?
A: To apply for a group discount please complete and submit a BREW 2006 registration form for each attendee. To be eligible for the group discount attendees must be from the same company, and registration forms must be submitted at the same time. On-line web registrants will not be eligible for the group discount.

Please submit forms via fax to 508-759-4552 or via mail to:

BREW 2006 Registration
107 Waterhouse Road
Bourne, MA 02532

Q: What’s the last day for conference registration?
A: The last day for conference registration via the website or call in number is Friday, May 26, 2006. Space permitting, on-site registration will be available starting Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 3:00 PM. If you are planning to register on-site, please call the BREW 2006 registration desk at 1-800-748-5043 (011-1-508-743-0506 for International callers) to confirm that space is still available.

Q: What is the refund policy for conference registration cancellations?
A: Cancellations must be received in writing, or fax to 508-759-4552. Cancellations received prior to midnight Wednesday, May 17, 2006 will be issued a refund less a 20% cancellation fee. Cancellations received after Wednesday, May 17, 2006 are not entitled to a refund.

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Hotel & Travel

Q: Where can I find out about hotel accommodations and special conference rental car and airfare rates for the conference?
A: Click here for hotel, rental car and airfare information.

Q: I registered for my hotel online via the BREW 2006 web site, but haven’t received a confirmation. Who should I contact?
A: If your hotel confirmation is not received within 5 days of registering, please call the BREW 2006 registration desk at 1-800-748-5043 (011-1-508-743-0506 for International callers) to check the status of your registration. The registration desk will be open during the hours of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM EST.

Q: I received a Hotel Reservation Acknowledgement email when I made my reservation on-line. Is the acknowledgement code in the email the same thing as the hotel confirmation code?
A: No. The acknowledgement code confirms that you have reserved a hotel room, however, you will also be provided with a hotel confirmation code via email within 3-5 business days of having completed your on-line reservation. The hotel confirmation code is the code the hotel will have your reservation listed under.

Q: I already registered for the conference on-line but did not make hotel reservations. How do I make a reservation at the conference hotel?
A: If you are unable to complete your hotel room request at the time of your conference registration and wish to reserve a room, please contact BREW Housing directly.

Q: I have decided to cancel my room reservation, who should I contact?
A: If you wish to cancel your hotel reservation between now and May 26, 2006, please do so by calling our toll free number 1-800-748-5043, 1-508-743-0506 for international calls, or by fax at 1-508-759-4552. After May 26, 2006, please contact the hotel directly.

Q: What is the deadline to cancel hotel reservations without incurring cancellation charges?
A: Reservations must be cancelled by 12:00 PM PST, 3 days prior to your confirmed arrival date. Cancellations received within 3 days of the confirmed arrival date or no shows will assess a cancellation fee equal to one night's room and tax.

Q: What is the recommended attire for the conference?
A: Conference attire will be casual and comfortable. Please note, however, that although San Diego weather in June is typically warm during the day, nights can be cool and breezy. Check here for the current weather conditions before you pack.

Q: Where can I find tourist/visitor information about San Diego?
A: San Diego is the jewel of Southern California with world-class entertainment, 5-star gourmet dining, fantastic outdoor attractions and nightlife that shouldn’t be missed. To make the most of your stay, click here to find out where the hot spots are.

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BREW 2006 Developer Awards

Q: What are the BREW Developer Awards?
A: The BREW Developer Awards recognize an outstanding array of diverse and innovative BREW applications. For exact requirements and step-by-step instructions, please see the BREW Developer Awards Rules.

Q: Who is eligible to enter?
A: The BREW Developer Awards are open to publishers and developers worldwide, as well as to all individuals age 18 and over. All applications submitted must be developed for Qualcomm's BREW platform. The principals of the publisher and/or developer company named on the entry form cannot be Qualcomm employees.

Q: When is the deadline for submissions?
A: The BREW 2006 Developer Awards call for submissions is now closed. All online entry forms and application demos must have been received by February 28, 2006 to be considered.

Q: Why is the deadline for the 2006 awards program earlier than previous years?
A: The deadline for submissions and demos for the BREW 2006 Developer Awards is earlier than previous years in order to accommodate the increasing number of awards submissions that Qualcomm receives each year. Award entries continue to grow each year and this earlier deadline is necessary for the judges to thoroughly review all entries. Additionally, the evaluation period for the awards program falls during a very busy time for the industry-wide panel of judges. With shows such as 3GSM World Congress, Game Developers Conference and CTIA occurring during this time frame, it was necessary to build in extra time for the judging process. Qualcomm strongly encourages publishers/developers to begin submitting their entries as soon as possible.

Q: What should I include with my entry?
A: In addition to completing the online entry form, you will need to submit a demo of your application in order to complete your nomination. Please note that participating publishers/developers are asked to submit only an application demo (requirements listed below), not an application-loaded handset as was required in years past.

Q: How many entries may I submit?
A: A company may nominate no more than five applications total, across all categories. All forms, regardless of region, must be completed in English. An email will be sent confirming receipt of your entry form.

Q: May I use one entry form to submit an entry for two or more categories?
A: No. Each application must have its own entry form in a category.

Q: What are the demo requirements?
A: Demos must meet the following requirements:

Time: 30 - 60 seconds
Quality: Uncompressed or highest quality available
Frame size: minimum 225x250
File size: 20MB maximum

File type: Flash, AVI, MOV (preferably the source files)

Q: Does my application need to be commercially available?
A: With the exception of the "Best Up and Coming Application" category, all nominated applications must be commercially available on an operator's BREW service by February 28, 2006. Your application is considered commercial when subscribers are able to download the application onto a commercial handset. Applications that have passed TRUE BREW® testing, but are not yet commercially available, are not eligible.

Entries for the "Best Up and Coming Application" category must be pre-commercial applications that are, at minimum, in the Beta stage of development.

Q: How will the entries be judged?
A: Entries will be judged using a "scorecard" system based on the following criteria: Ease of Use, Originality, Cool Factor, Features, and Success to Date (Likelihood of Success if pre-commercial and submitted for the "Best Up and Coming Application" category).

Q: How do I find out whether or not I've won?
A: Finalists will be announced May 8, 2006. BREW 2006 winners will be named at the awards ceremony, held at BREW 2006 in San Diego, CA, May 31 - June 2, 2006.

Q: Who do I contact if I have additional questions?
A: Please direct all inquiries regarding the BREW 2006 Developer Awards to Qualcomm.

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Sponsors & Exhibitors

Q: How do I become a sponsor or exhibitor at the BREW 2006 Conference?
A: There are a variety of sponsorship and exhibitor packages offered. For detailed information see Sponsors & Exhibitors.

Q: Can I select our company’s booth placement?
A: Yes. BREW 2006 booth assignments will be made on a first-come, first serve basis. You can view the exhibit floor plan here. Payment in full must be received before any assignment of booth space will be made.

Q: Can I conduct special promotional activities in my booth?
A: Yes, however you must get pre-approval from conference management to ensure the activity is within conference guidelines.

Q: Is there any way to get a discount on sponsorship or exhibitor packages?
A: Yes, but it is only applicable to next year’s conference sponsorship. Sign up to be a BREW 2006 sponsor and you will become a member of the Alumni Sponsor Program. BREW 2006 sponsor alumni will receive a discount on all BREW 2007 sponsorship packages (next year’s conference sponsorship), as well as enjoy an exclusive first option sales period before sales are open to the general BREW community.

Q: Whom should I contact for more information on sponsorship and exhibitor packages?
A: For additional information please contact Qualcomm.

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