Everyday we keep announcing new parts of NVISION 2008 that get me more excited everyday.  The latest one, was really exciting to me as 3D stereoscopic is an exciting new technology in which NVIDIA is deeply involved.

At NVISION 2008, we are pleased to show the first computer-animated 3D feature film created, animated and edited for 3D stereoscopic: “Fly Me to The Moon.”  The movie, arriving in August, recreates the Apollo 11 moon landing, seen through the experiences of three astronaut flies who hitch a ride with Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins.

The movie will show on the evening of Monday, August 25, at NVISION 2008, and will feature a live appearance by Buzz Aldrin, crew member of the historic Apollo 11 flight to the moon and the second man to walk on the moon. Mr. Aldrin will speak to the NVISION 08 audience at the start of the movie.  Also present speaking at the film viewing at NVISION 08 will be the film’s director, Ben Stassen, the director of the film, and the driver of this next-generation 3D film.

Open to all registrants of NVISION 2008, including the General Admission category, “Fly Me to the Moon” will be shown at 8:00 p.m. on Monday, August 25 at the Center for the Performing Arts in San Jose, California.

Still haven't signed up for NVISION?  Why not?  We are showing free movies, letting you meet celebrities, and giving away hundreds of thousands of dollars in prizes.  Go register before its too late!

How many times in your life will you get to say that you made history and was a part of an official world record?  I think the only world record I can qualify for is continuously playing Battlefield Vietnam at a LAN (I still remember that Quakecon 2005).

This year, you have a chance to be a part the Guinness World Record-setting LAN party attempt at NVISION® 2008, August 25 in San Jose, California.

The aim of the event is to make history as the world's "Longest Non-Stop LAN Party. This means the Guinness World Record is a dedicated team of gamers to play video games continuously for 36 hours (10 minute breaks are allowed for every 60 minutes of continuous gaming). If the record is achieved, the participating team members will receive numerous prizes, including a commemorative medal, custom gear, gift cards, and of course, world recognition.

The attempt will take place in a special, reserved section of the NVISION 2008 GeForce® LAN Party.

Gamers who are serious about the attempt and have what it takes to handle a GeForce LAN Guinness World Record seat at NVISION 08 should go to http://www.amireg.com/nvision08/intro.html.

I will personally provide Red Bull to any team that wants to make a go of it, so please sign up.

Every week our NVISION team is always sending out internal updates on new events we have added to the NVISION calendar.  Sometimes items float by that are not in the general pop culture, but they are extremely cool! I just got one of those today.

One of my favorite things about PC gaming is that pretty much everyone can remember the games that manage to immerse you into it, and everything about it draws you in: characters, graphics, storyline, and music.  One of the games that is stuck in my head for almost 20 years is Ultima VI The False Prophet.  To this day, whenever I hear a harpsichord I immediately think if Iolo and typing Spam, Spam Spam, Humbug to him to unlock all of the cheats of that game.

That's why when I found out that at NVISION 2008 we will be hosting Video Games Live and what they were, I got really excited. If you have never heard of it, Video Gamer's Live is the most successful video game concert in the world.  Here's a YouTube video of them covering Civilization 4 and sounded just like playing the game.

So break out your old floppy discs and CD-Roms of those games that really get you excited.  I'm going to ask the NVISION team if we can submit requests for the band to play a cover of our favorite game.  I have a few on my list, namely the 7th Guest, Wing Commander, and Starcraft.  Maybe even Gorf!

Mark your calendars, its officially 75 days until NVISION 2008, the world's largest visual computing conference being held in San Jose, CA, August 25-27,2008.

Didn't you see my title though?  Over $100,000 are being given away in cash and hardware.  We are giving you a chance to win part of the largest prize package in North America this year.  All you have have to do is sign-up for NVISION and find the right contest for you.

• GeForce LAN.  The legendary LAN party that has been five years in the making, features three days of non-stop, adrenaline-pumping, Guinness World Record-setting, fun. For the first time ever, GeForce LAN will be offering over $40,000 in cash in addition to hardware prizes for its tournaments. Another $60,000 in sponsor prizes is up for grabs in its competitions, raffles, and contests within the BYOC. 
• Ultimate Case Mod Competition.  NVIDIA and CPU Magazine have joined forces to bring you the first annual Ultimate Case Mod Challenge. Run by the staff of CPU Magazine and supported by Modders-Inc.com, the Ultimate Case Mod Challenge is open to everyone who attends the GeForce LAN at NVISION 08 and will be this year’s premier case-modding contest.
• NVScene.  NVScene will be the largest-ever US gathering of creative minds in demoscene, machinima, and digital art. Over $40,000 in cash and hardware will be awarded to the best artists and coders as they compete to wow the world with their mind-blowing masterpieces.

And you can watch the best video game players in the world battle it out for their share of the prize money at the Electronic Sports World Cup.

I expect all of my Club SLI members to be there, please post a comment if you will be there.  And if you sign up soon, you can meet me there.  I will be the guy with the name tag "H4nds0m3".  ;)

If you were still undecided about attending NVISION 2008 (August 25-27, 2008), I've got one more reason for you to come: Tricia Helfer will be there.

In case you are living under a rock and don't know who she is, Tricia Helfer is the actress who plays “Number Six” on Battlestar Galactica.  If you haven't seen the show, you may also recognize her for her role as General Kilian Qatar in Electronic Arts’ Command and Conquer 3.  I am a huge fan of the show and this season has been really kept me on my toes, trying to guess who is and isn't going to be revealed as a Cylon. 

This announcement took even me by surprise, I never know what our corporate marketing team is working on our corporate marketing team always amazes me!  Tricia Helfer will also join NASA Astronaut And Space Shuttle Commander Eileen Collins who will also be speaking at NVISION 2008.

So there you go, come to NVISION and meet someone who pretends to go into space, and someone who actually has been in space.  How cool is that?

Hundreds of the world’s top video game players from over 50 countries  will take part in the 6th Electronic Sports World Cup™ (ESWC) Grand Final at NVISION® 08, the premier event for visual computing professionals and enthusiasts. NVISION 08 is hosted by NVIDIA and will be held August 25-27, 2008 in San Jose, California.

I'm pretty sure I could taken them in Call of Duty 4 ;)

    GeForce LAN at NVISION 08 is this summer’s dream destination for every gamer!  

Join thousands of gamers from all over the world for three days of non-stop adrenaline-pumping gaming right in the heart of the Silicon Valley.

Where:           San Jose McEnery Convention Center
                        150 West San Carlos St., San Jose, CA 95113

When:             Monday, August 25–Wednesday, August 27, 2008 

How much:    $50.00 on or Before June 1             (Early Bird Ticket)
                         $65.00 June 2 through August 27  (Standard Ticket)

                You will receive a food coupon with the purchase of your ticket.

Bring your own computer and play the hottest PC games; watch the 2008 Electronic Sports World Cup finals; participate in contests, raffles, and other fun activities; enter to win thousands worth of prizes; and be part of this Guinness-World-Record-breaking-attempt LAN party.

Seating is limited and expected to fill quickly, sign up now!

For me, one of the most highly anticipated events in 2008 is NVIDIA's first annual visual computing summit, NVISION 08.  I know Sam talked about the next GeForce LAN that will be taking place there, but NVISION will be more than just games.

NVISION is the first-ever, visual computing mega-event. It is big and far-reaching enough to gather together top visual computing professionals, world-class gamers, innovative artists and designers, and cutting-edge researchers to share their ideas, experiences, and passions.   This even will be in the heart of Silicon Valley, August 25-27. 

Needless to say we can't tell you everything that we will be showing there.  However, trust me, if you care about anything visual in your PC, you will want to come.  I promise to post here what cool new technology we will be showing anything related to SLI and gaming. 

NVIDIA hosted our annual Financial Analyst Day 2008 yesterday.  I was too busy here at work (editors note: he was playing Call of Duty 4) so I could not listen in.

However there is a replay of the event avaialable online now.  In addition there was a summary of the event posted by AnandTech.

So sit back on this relaxing Friday afternoon and catch up on yesterday's happenings.

Attention all gamers,

Mark your calendars and join thousands of fellow gamers from all over the world for three days of non-stop, adrenaline-pumping gaming at GeForce LAN during NVISION 08—the first mega-event for people who are passionate about visual computing and gaming technology.

Bring your own computer and play the hottest PC games; watch the 2008 Electronic Sports World Cup; participate in contests, raffles, and other fun activities; win thousands worth of sponsor-product and cash prizes; and be part of this Guinness World Record-breaking-attempt LAN party.

NVISION 08 will be taking over most of downtown San Jose, CA—right in the heart of Silicon Valley—August 25-27.

REGISTER TODAY!

To register for GeForce LAN and get more details, visit the official website.