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Abdon — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:03:53 -0000

Hello, I'm new to boxee, and I think it is awesome. I would love to go with you to learn more about it and help pitch it too. I live in Vegas (actually, down the street from the convention center, minutes away). Can I join you guys? All I need is a badge. It would be cool to meet you guys and gals.
Abdon

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avner ronen — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 20:43:37 -0000

loved the video. lots of PASSION indeed!

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avner ronen — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 20:43:01 -0000

party crashing is a very important skill at CES!

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Matt Smith — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 16:26:45 -0000

I have also posted this video to my blog.
http://www.lockergnome.com/...

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Will — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 16:01:27 -0000

Hi, guys!

Just wanted to throw my hat in the ring, I'd love to pitch in and help pitch Boxee! I only just came across the contest an hour ago, so I didn't have much time to whip it together, so I apologize for its shoddy nature.

A little about myself, I'm a professional IT technician in New York City and left Apple this summer to head multimedia technology work for a series of large music tours. At Apple I dealt with customers every day in both consumer and enterprise capacities, discussing both fields of technology (again with a focus on multimedia) with everyone from novice computer users to IT admins for Fortune 100 companies. I love talking tech with people of all skillsets and love Boxee to death, so please take a gander at my video below. Thanks!

http://dev.toyingwithfate.c...
-Will

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Matt Smith — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 16:00:42 -0000

http://www.youtube.com/watc...

boxee has forever changed the way I interact with media. I discovered this software a couple months ago, and am now running it on Mac OS X with great success. I cannot impress enough the passion AND experience that I possess for boxee. Download it now at http://boxee.tv, and experience tomorrow today.

I can guarantee that I would be an invaluable asset to boxee at CES. In approximately sixty seconds, this video merely taps the forefront of my boxee knowledge, while also demonstrating the deep passion that I have for this software. I have attended trade shows in the past and would love to have the honor of being a member of the CES 2009 boxee team.

Thank you!

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Drew Baumann — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 15:42:54 -0000

Hello,
This morning my roommate came back so I was able to film in front of a tv with Boxee!
I would be perfect for attending CES with you because I am knowledgeable and enthusiastic about Boxee! I have sales and customer support experience so I know how to connect to a potential user and portray to them how they can use Boxee in their everyday life. I can also show them how easy it is to use while having fun and keeping things upbeat so people will stop by and get pumped up about Boxee as much as we are.

A little bit about me:

Im a College Student majoring in computer science. I wanted to become a software developer because I (like yourselves I'm sure) have a passion for creation. I love to see a problem and solve it in a matter that best fits what the target audience is looking for. Although I am just getting started, I think it is that passion behind the product which is what makes it what it is. This shows in Boxee. From its ease of use to your connection with the customer base and what they want out of Boxee.

For the Boxee team and all current and future users of Boxee I would like to promote it at CES with you. I think it will be a very exciting experience and a great opportunity to expand the customer base. I want people leaving convinced that the moment they go home, that they get Boxee. I want them to not only download it, but to realize how beneficial it is for them, how easy it is to use, and how anyone can enjoy it (not just the computer crowd).

I hope you enjoy my abridged pitch of Boxee and I can join you at CES.

Thank You for the opportunity!

Drew Baumann

http://vimeo.com/2719527

Youtube was taking forever... so i went with Vimeo. I apologize if it isnt up at the moment you click it. This is meant to replace my first video.

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errorik — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 15:05:36 -0000

As promised, here is my shortened version, under 60 seconds: http://www.vimeo.com/2718854

However, my wife helped me make the following and this is the video I would like to use for consideration: http://www.vimeo.com/2719079

About myself:
29, Husband and father of 3. Boxee is central to our home entertainment center, and both my 7 and 4 year old know how to use it. I am a geek, but I can easily talk about technology and gadgets with all types of people, young and old. I already have a Boxee tee because I submit error logs and file reports and I was rewarded by a Boxee developer for doing so. I twitter often and already promote Boxee to my followers, co-workers, family, and friends. I love Boxee and I want to help share it with others at CES.

Thank you.

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Jeff SKI Kinsey — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 14:14:00 -0000

Still waiting on YouTube to render hi-res version; but it should appear here when done:

http://www.youtube.com/watc...

-ski

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Jeff SKI Kinsey — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 13:55:06 -0000

Pick me! Pick me!

Link to my boxee promo video:

http://www.vimeo.com/2718287

Quick pitch on "why me?":

Have been using boxee for about a month and love it. I am on an iMac mini connected to big screen and use a wireless mouse. Going to build a Ubuntu box in a few weeks.

I am an Advanced Toastmaster. Have presented other technical offerings at events around the USA for over 10 years, including Vegas and Reno. Been active in Open Source Software since consulting at Lexis-Nexis in 1996.

-ski

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Melody — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 13:24:46 -0000

Hey Internet!

Well, here's my video that tells a bit about Boxee. Sixty seconds is not enough time to show off all of its awesome features, though! But CES is big, and I know we've gotta keep the pitch short. So here's my best:

http://vimeo.com/2714800

I live in the Los Angeles area and I love the concept of Boxee, and how it organizes everything so intuitively. So many other programs have tried, but only Boxee has done it well. Good luck at CES, guys!

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Ravi U — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 11:39:35 -0000

Here's my video!

http://www.youtube.com/watc...
(I'm typing this from my phone so if it has a typo, please check youtube.com/rkudeshi)

Sorry about the length and lack of Boxee in the background - I'm out-of-town with intermittent net access and only had time for one take on a borrowed webcam. In any case, I LOVE LOVE LOVE Boxee and I hope my PASSION came through in the video.

Some background - I'm a college student on break who would be floored to go to Vegas to support a product I regularly use on my MacBook (and some used Apple TVs purchased just to run Boxee!). I've staffed booths at other conventions in the past (though nothing the size of CES) and know how to approach people walking by and getting them interested in a product. I'm a friendly and outgoing guy, and I usually serve the role of explaining new technologies to Luddite friends in an easy-to-understand manner.

Long story short, I love to use Boxee and I know how to "sell" a product, at large events and to regular people. But most of all, I would love to meet the Boxee team and support one of my favorite new tech product.

Thanks for the opportunity and, no matter what you decide, best of luck at CES!

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Jeremy Tanner — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 10:55:55 -0000

First off, congratulations on winning i-stage! I started using MythTV in 2003 and am amazed where the Media Center is 5 years later. I was in a video store for the first time in 3 years over the holiday, the storefront that rents physical media is on the way out, thanks for leading the charge. Alright, to the good part. 60 seconds of pure Boxee pitching goodness:

http://www.vimeo.com/2716769

Five reasons I'm perfect for the job:
-I've always wanted to go to CES
-I love bringing others joy in the form of free tshirts
-I have a gadget addiction and CES is just what the doctor ordered
-As a social app, the more I lead to use Boxee, the better my experience
-Boxee makes Front Row cry

#6 is a bonus... Practical party crashing tips -- http://www.youtube.com/watc...

Hope to see you in Vegas

Jeremy

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Jeff Nevins — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 03:04:39 -0000

Here is my pitch video for Boxee...the ultimate media center add on to Apple TV and other computer systems.

I truly believe this product although tagged with Alpha is ready for Prime Time. It is a solid add on to the Apple TV and my Mac. I use it almost everyday watching old shows that I grew up through HULU.com. Not only is the gateway to Hulu make this a great media center but some of the other sites that serve content benefit from this service. I've found several webcast that I may have never found if it wasn't for Boxee. It's pre-loaded with other great content providers as well not all of them on the main stream market.

Also the creators of Boxee have been easily accessible through media outlets such as Twitter (outlawjn on twitter). I've had good customer relations with you guys on there. Always a prompt response to any question I may have. As far as I'm concerned you guys are up there with Apple when it comes to customer care.

Anyways here is the link to my video. Sorry for the crappy lighting. I shot this with my iSight Camera on my MacBook Pro.

http://www.youtube.com/watc...

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Steve Galea — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 02:28:51 -0000

haha, I'm trying to be apart of the Boxee Team as well. If you go up a ways on this page you'll see mine.

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will langford — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 01:41:03 -0000

hey guys. i will be down at CES, If I have time I would love to help you guys out. let me know I have lots of experience working trade shows as i do about 6 a year at least.

if you dont need help at least email me where you will be at so i can come say hi. thanks

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Jon Staebell — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 00:05:34 -0000

Thanks for the unsolicited testimonial on behalf of my candidacy. Where do I send the check?

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Steve Galea — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 22:23:33 -0000

Yea, Boxee on ATV is the best! My parents are both in their late 50's and I showed them the basics for Boxee and today, my Mom called for me to show her how to watch a movie through Boxee and I'm halfway down the hall when she yelled back "Oh nevermind, I got it." I was shocked. haha.

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avner ronen — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 20:06:25 -0000

love it

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Tony Scinta — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 18:17:40 -0000

Until a few months ago i lived AND worked the geek life. I live in Buffalo, New York and I've worked at a LAN center for the past few years, but i've been doing retail for almost five years.

When your in customer service you learn that taking a few minutes to connect with customer rather than sell them is the most important part of your job. It builds a company character and personality that people relate to.

If i were to go on this trip, i'd be excited just to meet some of the people who're going to be there. To get a glimpse of Olivia and Kevin from AOTS, and get to see some booths that are set up, not to mention Its Vegas! That'll be cool. But the people I'm really interested in talking to are the Joes doing some of the same stuff as I am, trying to get a foot in the door at a developing company or work their way through college.

Thanks Guys
-Tony Scinta
http://www.youtube.com/watc...

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Guest — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 17:37:57 -0000

check out my website betajunk.com i just made the boxee logo in pixelblocks!

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Jon Staebell — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 17:36:51 -0000

Hey, I'm an old guy who loves Boxee on my ATV. I can show that Boxee is not just a toy for young techies but will be a mainstream product. Plus, I have lots of experience working trade shows, such as the old Comdex, so you won't have to babysit me. I have a masters degree in Computer Science, but I worked 20 years as a sales person, so I am comfortable talking to people. ("How do you tell a programmer is an extrovert? He stares at your shoes when he talks to you")

http://www.youtube.com/watc...

I'd love to attend CES if you pick me! Thanks for your time. Jon

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Mark Stanislav — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 16:14:50 -0000

I really believe in the Boxee project not only for its useful features but the staggering way that the team has done so much detailed community research to really make a project about the user. I myself work full-time as a founder for a technology start-up (in Information Security) and know how essential it is to do a great job not only explaining why something is useful, but what makes it unique. My experience organizing technology conferences, giving presentations, selling people on my own company's product, and my dedication and depth of knowledge in technology would probably make my time at CES with you guys a favorable experience for the project. I speak with investors, CxOs, and end-users daily. Frankly, I could use a few days off from my own company and do with some Vegas time and would love to party with you guys after the tech stuff is done for the day. I look forward to helping the team out at CES and know that I'd make the investment have a good return for all of us.

Video pitch here: http://www.youtube.com/watc...

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Drew Baumann — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 15:04:42 -0000

Hello,
I would love to have this opportunity to promote Boxee at CES. At the moment I am at home from College (school is where i have my HDTV) but will be there later today. Unfortunately I do not know if I will be able to find a video camera once im up there (Im coming back a day early). Would it be possible to send in a video of me simply telling what I love about Boxee and then sending in more of a presentation video if I find a camera later?

I would just love to have this opportunity to show and promote Boxee at CES and show everyone at CES that I am enthusiastic about Boxee and everything it stands for.

here is the video on me just expressing what i think makes Boxee great.
http://www.youtube.com/watc...

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Tung Luong — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:47:53 -0000

Good thing I check Boxee blog frequently! I'm going to try to get my video ready tonight, I've used boxee on my apple tv and mac and wouldn't live without them at this point. Definately short notice but I think I can swing it with the boss if it worked out!