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The next generation of gaming consoles is nearly here, and people are preparing to pay big bucks on new hardware. However, what is more concerning than the price of the hardware itself is the new standard price of retail games. Nintendo has finally raised their game prices to $60 (along with $300+ for the console itself), but how much will Sony and Microsoft raise their game prices (if there's going to be a price hike at all). A few weeks ago, Sony gave us some comforting news that PlayStation 4 games will have a wide variety of game prices, from $0.99 to $60. It seems like Sony doesn't plan to raise game prices for PS4 games, however, EA has other plans. During their next-generation press conference this week, EA announced they expect game prices rising to $70 on the PS4 and the next Xbox. If that's not bad enough, EA also announced that they'll be implementing their controversial micro-transaction system in every game they release in the future…
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Gaming has always been criticized for being an expensive hobby and practices like those above aren't helping matters much. Many find it ludicrous to pay hundreds of dollars for a game console and then have to pay $50 or more for each new game. Some were able to get around this via game rentals and borrowing games from friends but the expensive stigma remains. Despite this, things are looking bright for gaming in the digital space, with smartphone and social gaming bringing new people to experience and appreciate gaming as well as digital stores such as Steam and premium services such as PlayStation Plus providing "hardcore" games at cheap and reasonable prices.
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New Pop-Up: Rebecca Minkoff
The beloved bag designer opens two pop-up shops, delves into shoes and talks about her Miami favorites.
April 06, 2011
Known best for her Morning After bag and a celebrity following who can't get enough of her laid-back-cool apparel and accessories, designer Rebecca Minkoff is all about Miami these days. The designer is launching two pop-up shops from April 15 through May 15 at Koko & Palenki in Aventura and at Merrick Park. Why? Because she loves the energy of Miami and the fact that women here are a bit more adventurous with their accessories. Read on to see what else this San Diego native has to say about the 305, what she does when she's not designing and where she likes to shop.
What will we find at the pop-up shop?
REBECCA MINKOFF: You will be able to get your hands on the black patent leather MAC clutch Shenea Grimes has been carrying. The pop-up shop will have an especially large selection so you can buy a special Rebecca Minkoff piece you won't be able to find in Florida after it's over.
Stars from Alexa Chung and Blake Lively to Brooke Shields and Halle Berry are fans of your brand. What do you think has made you a successful designer?
RM: I think my collection is very diverse and my bags are functional and fashionable. There's a bag for every type of woman. Some pieces are very classic like the Nikki Hobo that Halle wears, and then there are pieces I design that mix that classic with a bit of rocker edge, like the blue MAC bag Blake Lively has worn.
For Spring 2011, you have your very first footwear line available. Why shoes?
RM: I felt there was a void in the market for great shoes that fit with my brand essence: classic with a twist.
What is your favorite Miami restaurant?
RM: Michael's Genuine Food and Drink in the Design District. I love their food and their mission.
Where do you shop when you're in town?
RM: Scarlett Boutique, Jenna White, Koko & Palenki and Jesse Boutique
How do you spend your time when you're not designing?
RM: I love to cook. It's really relaxing and after a jammed pack work schedule I love to just come home and cook a good meal for my husband.
What other designers do you love?
RM: Now that I have clothes, bags and shoes I mostly wear all my own pieces, but I did just buy a pair of vintage Vivienne Westwood pirate boots that I'm very excited about.
What's the best piece of advice you were given?
RM: The best piece I ever received was from my mom, who told me to be persistent.
Happy Hour Heaven
Travel + Leisure puts two Miami restaurants on its list of top happy hour spots.
April 05, 2011
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Travel + Leisure magazine recently listed its picks for America's Best Happy Hours, and two Miami restaurants made the cut. Michael's Genuine ranked in the top three with their daily half-price drinks and five-dollar snacks. The Forge also placed in the top 10 thanks to its Thursday night, $6.50 offerings. With prices like that at two of Miami's finest restaurants, who wouldn't be happy?
Pool Parties at Mandarin Oriental
The Oasis Beach Club plays host to a weekly pool and beach bash.
April 04, 2011
The Oasis Beach Club at Mandarin Oriental, Miami
This past weekend, Mandarin Oriental, Miami debuted "Sizzlin Sundaze," a new Sunday beach and pool party (12 to 6 PM) held weekly at the Oasis Beach Club. Amid the Biscayne Bay backdrop, Sundaze guests will be able to soak up the sun, sip mimosas, indulge in mini spa services and nosh on sushi, salads and, of course, hamburgers and hot dogs. Each week, a specialty cocktail ($8) will be on offer and a happy hour will run from noon to 2 PM with all drinks selling for $8. Cabana packages, such as the SoBe Cabana ($350), are also available and include perks like champagne, sushi platters, saki tastings and more. 500 Brickell Key Dr.
Make Way for Matthew Williamson
Preview the designer's new diffusion collection for Impulse at Macy's.
April 04, 2011
Reminiscent of his previous Miami-inspired line, Matthew Williamson's new capsule collection for Impulse hits Macy's on April 13. Flattering and easy-to-wear, the collection features everyday staples ($50 to $120), as well as specialty pieces (up to $300). Look for 70s leaning graphic print dresses, bohemian blouses and flirty rompers in pretty pinks and purples. Macy's group vice president and fashion director Nicole Fischelis describes the line as "seductive and sophisticated, yet unconventional," and we'd have to agree.
New Store: Brunello Cucinelli
Brunello Cucinelli opens in the Bal Harbour Shops with a private reception for a good cause.
March 31, 2011
The posh Bal Harbour Shops are receiving an extra dose of la dolce vita courtesy of Brunello Cucinelli. The elegant Italian label opens the doors of its store on April 1, and the night before a select few are invited to preview the premiere of the Spring/Summer 2011 line during a private reception hosted by Bruno Cucinelli, Leticia and Miky Grendene, Jennifer and Gary Nader and Carole and Oscar Seikaly. Proceeds from the evening will go to the Jackson Memorial Foundation Guardian Angels to benefit Holtz Children's Hospital.
Brunello Cucinelli offers a mix of classic cuts done with a modern, lightweight twist—and that same attention to detail and desire to soothe the senses is apparent in the latest shop with its cool, calming feel. "Beauty is not always simple," says Cucinelli, "and yet simplicity is always beautiful." Brunello Cucinelli, Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., Second Floor, 305-864-4833
Sam Edelman: Rock These Shoes
A new collection from Sam Edelman is a winner.
March 31, 2011
Sam Edelman's latest collection has made its South Florida debut. "It was about mixing and matching and playing on similarities and opposites," says Edelman of the philosophy behind his offerings. Slip into his four-inch Lorissa ($200), a denim number studded with fierce spikes, and you'll understand the pretty paradox. Available at Koko & Palenki, Village of Merrick Park, 358 San Lorenzo Ave., 305-444-0626
New Shoes: Nicholas Kirkwood
The designer pairs up with Rodarte for his newest collection—and Saks Fifth Avenue wants you to shop for a good cause.
March 30, 2011
On March 30, Saks Fifth Avenue launches the Nicholas Kirkwood spring/summer 2011 shoe collection. Nicolas Kirkwood shoes are 1007 hand-crafted shoes Celebrities like Sarah Jessica Parker, Julianne Moore, Mary-Kate Olsen and Sienna Miller have been spotted wearing numbers from the Young Sole Rebel line. And for this latest collection, Kirkwood collaborated with the designers from Rodarte.
The launch is part of a charity shoe shopping event (6-8 PM) hosted by Saks Fifth Avenue Dadeland in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters. The first 100 guests to donate $100 or more to Big Brothers Big Sisters will receive a $100 Saks Fifth Avenue gift card. The event will feature a Champagne reception and hors d'oeuvres while guests shop the latest shoe trends at 10022-SHOE, the Saks shoe boutique. Saks Fifth Avenue Dadeland, 7687 N. Kendall Dr., Miami; 305-662-8655
Essie's New Blue
The nail brand joins forces with Toms Shoes for a limited edition lacquer.
March 29, 2011
Essie has teamed up with Toms Shoes for One Day Without Shoes, a global initiative taking place on April 5 to raise critical awareness about children in developing countries who lack proper footwear. To support the cause, Essie created One Day Without Blues, a dreamy blue lacquer with a hint of shimmer. The limited edition polish can be purchased at onedaywithoutshoes.com, where you'll also find this cute video of bloggers and editors pledging to "show their toes so kids don't have to." At last check, the polish was sold out but here's hoping for a restock!
BaselWorld 2011: Watches to WatchV
Three timepieces cap off BaselWorld 2011.
March 29, 2011
FROM LEFT: The Bulgari Octo Chronographe Quadri-Retro; Bedat watch; the Carl F. Bucherer Patravi Evotec BigDate
This year Bulgari redefines time with the Octo Chronographe Quadri-Retro timepiece with Gerald Genta caliber. The octagonal case is remeniscent of the great Genta look but with a sporty appeal. It is made of ceramic and steel and offers a jumping hours indicator at 12:00, and retrograde minute hand that travels over the arc. A retrograde date and retrograde chronograph counters complete the look of this automatic column-wheel chronograph.
Inspired by the Art Deco movement, Bedat continues to offer elegance and distinctive beauty in its timepieces. This new Swiss made watch is the perfect marriage of craftsmanship and jeweled magic. It features 365 diamonds weighing 3.53 carats and a monther-of-pearl dial, and is set with a violet satin strap and 18kt gold case.
And from Carl F. Bucherer, this women's Patravi Evotec BigDate watch in 18kt gold houses an automtaic 33-jewel movement. It features a diamond dial and case and a sea-snake strap.
Timepiece editor Roberta Naas reports from BaselWorld and beyond.
BaselWorld 2011: Watch Updates
Two remarkable new watches from Corum and TAG Heuer debut.
March 28, 2011
FROM LEFT: The Corum Caliber C0313; TAG Heuer Mikrotimer Flying 1000 Concept Chronograph
Two amazing new watches debuted at BaselWorld 2011. For the first time ever, after four years of development, Corum released a new limited-edition self-winding Golden Bridge movement in white gold or red gold, equipped with a platinum linear oscillating weight. The exclusive new Corum Caliber C0313 automatic linear-winding baguette movement consists of 194 parts and offers 40 hours of power reserve. It features a mainplate and bridges made from 18kt gold, Teflon-coated rails for the linear oscillating weight, beryllium copper contact zones, and ceramic ball bearings to ensure unidirectional winding. There will be just 130 pieces made in red gold and 70 pieces in white gold, so act fast.
And it was just a couple of months ago in Geneva that TAG Heuer unveiled its 1/100th of a second wrist watch—the Heuer Carrera Mikcrograph. Now the brand unveils its TAG Heuer Mikrotimer Flying 1000 Concept Chronograph. The watch beats 3,600,000 times in an hour. (No, that's not a typo.) The remarkable power house features a host of engineering breakthroughs and has 11 patents pending.
Timepiece editor Roberta Naas reports from BaselWorld and beyond.

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The Placer County Board of Supervisors approved a major step Tuesday, Feb. 5 in the county's drive to build a new animal shelter in Auburn. The current 9,300-square-foot animal shelter is more than 40 years old.
Board members voted unanimously to proceed with a two-part process for selecting a firm to design and construct the new 35,000-square-foot shelter. The proposed location is a 4.5-acre site at the west end of the Placer County Government Center, a county campus in North Auburn commonly known as the DeWitt Center.
In the first phase of the process, the county will issue a request for qualifications (RFQ), a step that will allow the county to determine the three most-qualified design-build firms. The request for qualifications is scheduled to be released in April.
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At present, it is our strong recommendation that only Java programmers, or those familiar with developing Linux applications purchase BUG. However BUG is a great place to get started learning embedded development! As our developer community builds useful gadgets with the initial units, we anticipate the entire system getting easier and easier for less technically inclined people to pick up and use BUG.
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Currently you will need to close the project. Right click on the Application (Project) in Eclipse and select Close Project. The Dragonfly (the BUG SDK) will attempt to launch the Virtual BUG with any BUG projects in your workspace.
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First have a look at places that host OSGi bundle repositories such as osgi.org. OSGi bundles are a great way of extending a BUG runtime because they can be shared among BUGs easily and multiple bundles can use their services. Once you have a bundle you're interested in adding, put it in the Virtual BUG "kernel" directory. Most likely this is in your Eclipse installation in the com.buglabs.dragonfly.kernel plugin. Mine is here: ~/dev/apps/eclipse32-test/plugins/com.buglabs.dragonfly.bug.kernel_220.127.116.11/kernel.
Now if you restart your Virtual BUG you should see the new bundle has loaded. You can type "bundles" at the Concierge prompt to see your bundle.
Actually, these steps are over-simplified and I will work on a more robust HOWTO shortly.
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I get an exception when I run a Bundle on BUG
Terminated java.lang.NoClassDefFoundError: java.lang.StringBuilder at com.buglabs.bug.base.MenuAdapter.createChildren(Unknown Source) at com.buglabs.bug.base.MenuAdapter.getChildren(Unknown Source) at com.buglabs.bug.menu.MenuStateMachine.buttonPress(Unknown Source) at com.buglabs.bug.menu.Menu.buttonEvent(Unknown Source) at com.buglabs.bug.base.BaseButtonEventProvider.run(Unknown Source) at java.lang.Thread.startup(Unknown Source)
This happens because the Java compiler is set to 5.0. The compiler needs to build for 1.4. To change the compiler settings, go to Preferences in Eclipse, type "compiler" in the filter box at the top of the dialog, and select the Java Compiler item.
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How can I install new apps on my BUG?
There are two main types of applications for BUG: BUGapps and native applications. BUGapps are developed in the Dragonfly SDK and can be shared on BUGnet. Native applications are provided via a package repository and can be installed with command-line tools.
What is the difference? Native applications provide much of the core operating system functionality of the BUG. Additionally, many third-party open source projects are available only via native applications. BUGapps, in contrast are BUG-only applications that use our APIs for BUG modules. BUGapps are the easiest way to explore BUG hardware in Java and web services.
How can I configure what OSGi bundles start on boot?
Concierge, the OSGi framework running on the BUG, is started from an init script located in /etc/init.d/concierge. There is a symlink to this file in /etc/rc5.d/ that causes the program to start at runlevel 5. The actual script that is called is located at /usr/share/java/start.sh. Within that directory are two important files: system.properties and init.xargs. The former is used to define some common system properties for the BUG. For example, the port that the HTTP server listens on is defined in this file. init.xargs defines the bundles that start in Concierge and in what order they start.
Where are BUGapps stored on my BUG?
The core BUG OSGi bundles are located at /usr/share/java. User applications are located at /usr/share/java/apps. com.buglabs.bug.program OSGi bundle is responsible for loading and running bundles found in /usr/share/java/apps directory.
How can I change what programs run when my BUG boots?
The init scripts in /etc/rc.*/ define which programs run on the BUG. Looking in /etc/rc3.d/ and /etc/rc5.d will show most of the programs that start on the BUG. As an example, to keep the JVM from starting on the BUG, simply remove the /etc/rc.5/S99concierge file.
What countries do you ship to?
BUG 1.3 is FCC, CE and RoHS compliant.
So far, our regulatory compliance is limited to countries in the CE consortium, namely the EU states, including:
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Jaime King attended the Hanky Panky For Hello Kitty Launch benefiting the Human Society Of The United States at Studio 450 in New York City yesterday.
The flame-haired actress wore a Porter Grey Spring 2012 dress.
I really want to love her nude look, but I prefer her silk crepe midi dress with a central split in navy blue. The blue would've looked amazing with her yellow toe-cap heels.
Navy and yellow has always been one of my favourite colour combinations.
A white Amanda Pearl 'Sophia' clutch and Maiyet jewelry completed her look.
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The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can be stressful for everyone, including your pet. The countless parties, frequent house guests can add unnecessary pressure at a joyful time.
Pet expert Charlotte Reed joined Good Day Atlanta on Wednesday with tips to enjoy a stress-free holiday with your pet!
For more information, visit Charlotte Reed's official site!
1. Calm your pet!
If your normally calm dog gets fidgety whenever guests come over, treat him to a soothing peppermint paw massage before company arrives. Warm 1 tsp. of food-grade peppermint oil (located in the supermarket's baking aisle) in the microwave for 30 seconds, and gently rub it into your pooch's paws. The fragrance of peppermint oil is invigorating and has a calming effect to relieve stress and tension when applied topically. As a result, your pooch will stay calm and quiet when guests arrive. It's safe for his skin and safe if he licks some off. Avoid using if your dog is pregnant. 2. Pet digestive problems are one of the top reasons pets visit the vet The smell of the holiday meal can whip up your four-legged friend into a food frenzy, causing him to overturn or climb into the garbage bin. Secure your garbage can at all times to prevent unwanted emergency visits and unnecessary expenses.3. Keep your dog or cat away from the holiday tree The presence of the holiday tree with its shiny ornaments can cause lots of feline and canine temptations. To prevent your pet from drinking the water or climbing on the tree, cover the water bowl with foil to prevent pet access. Additionally, fill a 3 oz. spray bottle with water and 5-7 drops of cinnamon oil and spray the base of the tree every three days. Cats and dogs do not like the smell of cinnamon, so they will stay away from the tree. The added perk is that your house will smell festive too!4. Healthy holiday Intake During the holidays, we all have to watch what we eat, including our pets. It's inevitable that holiday guests will sneak your furry friend a tidbit or two. Your strategy is to keep overfeeding at bay by supplying health pet snacks for guests to feed and by cutting down on your pet's regular meals to avoid weight gain. 5. Control pesky parasites To ensure your home is an inviting, comfortable and healthy place to sojourner for your holiday house guests, continue with your dog's flea and tick medication prior to the arrival of your guests. The number of generic, vet-quality flea and tick products on the market makes giving your pets flea and tick protection throughout the year economical and easy. 6. What do when you forget to purchase cat litter? Potting soil makes for a great alternative to cat litter if you're in a pinch! It is soft on kitty paws and free of bugs. If your pet engages inappropriate elimination, get to the store immediately for your pet's favorite brand. 7. Quick clean for dirty dogs
Your stinky pooch could really use a bath before your holiday guests arrive. To avoid a wet dog in the house, make a dry shampoo by combining 2 cups of cornstarch (to absorb oil), ½ cup of baking soda (to deodorize) and ½ cup of salt (to loosen dirt and debris). If you want, add a few drops of lavender oil to the mixture, then place your dog in the tub, sprinkle the mixture all over his coat and massage into his fur.
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Social media monitoring firm Visible Technologies has raised an additional $5.5 million, bringing total funding in the company to $57.5 million. Existing investors, including WPP, Ignition Capital and Investor Growth Capital, participated in the round. The funding came in conjunction with the acquisition of Cymfony, a Kantar Media company that Visible purchased in April for about $18… Read More
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Visible Technologies has reeled in an additional $1.5 million, bringing total financing in the maker of social media monitoring technologies to $50.5 million, GeekWire has learned. Advertising giant WPP, an existing investor in the company, added cash in the most recent round. The financing comes on top of the $4 million venture round that we… Read More
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COMANCHE CO., Okla_ The cafe in the
Comanche County Courthouse will be back in business in the next few weeks, and
the new tenant is a local favorite.
Central District
Commissioner Johnny Owens announced that Lulu's Coffee and Bagel, located on northwest Cache Road
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complete makeover, with an Alaskan style decor.
announcement came a little over a month after the previous cafe unexpectedly
shut down after 6 months of business. Owens said he believes Lulu's will create
a boost in revenue for the courthouse budget.
The county has had problems in the past with other cafes not being able
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1:28pm Thursday 4th August 2011 in Tennis By Graham Moody, Sports Reporter
Euan Barrett reclaimed his Ebbisham Tennis Club men's singles title last week.
The 23-year-old beat last year's winner, Chris Graham, 17, in three sets, 6-3, 2-6, 6-4.
Barrett enjoyed more success over Graham in the men's doubles, as he and his partner Stuart Lovett beat Graham and Charles Crossley 6-4, 6-2.
Graham did have some joy though, winning the mixed doubles with Sue Taylor 4-6, 6-4, 6-0 against Lesley Cole and Jason Moss.
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Cam Newton played well during the the Carolina Panthers' win over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. He didn't put up the kind of jaw-dropping numbers that fantasy owners have come to expect from the rookie, however. Newton went 20-for-27 passing for 208 yards, adding 53 yards and a touchdown on nine carries.
Newton threw a season-high four interceptions last week against the Detroit Lions. It was the third time this season Newton has thrown multiple picks in a game. Fortunately, a start against the Indianapolis Colts in week 12 looked like just the thing for weary fantasy owners.
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The Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/Bachelor of Commerce (BPRE/BCom), combines the popular Bachelor of Property and Real Estate and the highly respected Bachelor of Commerce together into a four year program of study. This degree will provide you with the unique opportunity to undertake complementary major sequences in commerce and property and real estate whilst building on the strong synergy between the two high profile disciplines which is sought after in industry.
The Bachelor of Commerce has a strong public profile and an established reputation with industry and professional bodies. Property and real estate is an established discipline in Australia and the course is designed to produce highly skilled property professionals who are able to enter the workforce with a qualification fully recognised by employers, government and professional organisations. Graduates from this degree can enter a wide range of local and international employment positions and are keenly sought after in industry and government.
The Bachelor of Property and Real Estate has professional accreditation by the Australian Property Institute and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. Graduates will meet the academic requirement to for registration as a Certified Practising Valuer.
The Bachelor of Commerce can lead to accreditation with many professional bodies, such as the Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) Program of CPA Australia, entry into the CA program of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA), the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) Professional Accounting Program (PEP), exemptions in the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants program (ACCA), the Australian Computer Society (ACS), the Economics Society of Australia and the Australian Marketing Institute, provided that specific requirements within the course have been met.
Units in addition to the 16 credit points required for completion of the Bachelor of Commerce component of this combined course may be necessary to attain some of these professional accreditations.
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A fee paying place is one for which the University does not receive any government funding. As such, students enrolled in these places are required to contribute the full cost of their course.
Fees for international students apply to persons living in Australia with Temporary Resident status, provided that there is no limitation on study and persons living abroad who are not Australian citizens and do not have Permanent Resident status in Australia.
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Please note that the fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and service. Deakin assumes no responsibility for persons relying on 'indicative course fees' to calculate the total future cost of their course.
The BPRE/BCom prepares you for a career in the business world and in the global property and real estate industries. As a graduate of this course you will have an understanding of the legalities, principles and processes required to fill a professional role in this field, and an appreciation of a professional ethic which emphasises responsibility and responsiveness to community needs.
Students undertaking this combined course have the option to undertake a business internship program which provides a realistic business experience in their area of specialisation. By undertaking the business internship program, you will obtain a better understanding of the business workplace environment and enhanced opportunities for future employment.
Graduates can find employment in a wide range of property-related positions in both private and government sectors including property developers, valuers, investors, asset managers, property market analysts, property management, leasing agents, funds managers and government advisors.
The combined course will comprise 32 credit points of study. Students will undertake 16 credit points from the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate and 16 credit points from the Bachelor of Commerce. Course requirements for both the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate (M348) and the Bachelor of Commerce (M300) must be satisfied.
The 16 credit points studied within the Bachelor of Commerce must include the 10 Bachelor of Commerce core units.
The 16 credit points studied within the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate will comprise 16 credit points of core units of which four are common with the Bachelor of Commerce core units.
Students must also complete:
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Bachelor of Commerce major sequences
Accounting Information Systems
Business Analytics
Business Information Systems
Commercial Law
Human Resource Management
Interactive Marketing
International Business
International Management
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Quantitative Business Analysis
Bachelor of Property and Real Estate major sequences
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~ previously titled International Trade
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Bachelor of Commerce core units
|The Global Economy
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|Communication for Academic Studies (0 credit point unit)
|Business Information Systems
|Business Analytics
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Bachelor of Property and Real Estate core units
|Introduction to Property
|Sustainable Construction
|Property Law and Practice
|Introduction to Property Development
|Statutory Valuation
|Property Investment
|Property Economics
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samgbx Mar 20, 2012 at 1:52 pm
Them dam buttons ergh!
kingbernie06511 Mar 20, 2012 at 2:53 pm
bottom feeder phone from a former top tech company
what goes around comes around!
When I saw this article I shuddered at the idea of YET ANOTHER Blackberry phone model coming out. Instead of reducing the product lines to a few simple ones capable of running a unified OS, I see another phone and model number. For Pete's sake, how many Blackberry Phone models are out there? Every carrier has a different number, each with different OS capabilities. Enough is enough! Take a lesson from Apple (and every other phone manufacturer) and minimize the number of phones, one line for North America and one line for developing world. Concentrate all efforts on a few phones that are all running the same OS.
This may be an effort by RIM to keep relevant in the developing world and far-east markets where people need affordable phones and plans. I assume the strategy seems to be to get new users in these markets and increase the number of first-time smart-phone users. This phone (which does look a bit cheap and flimsy) is probably catered to those markets. It would be laughed at if it was brought over here to North America or Europe where we are used to much higher quality phones.
My hope is that RIM doesn't forget the developed market and entice people who actually have money to spend to stay in the Blackberry ecosystem. Otherwise RIM will end up entering the "commodity" smartphone market and competing with all the other bottom-feeders in those developing countries, all of which are beginning to offer similar services on cheap phones. By the way, nobody has mentioned the idea that the phone in the picture may be a Chinese knock-off.
Also, what is the profit margin on these phones? There is probably a thinner margin on the lower end competition than there is in the higher tiers. Why would RIM want to enter this cut-throat end of the market... and I am not sure people are going to be as loyal to a brand in that environment anyways, if all they care about is getting the cheapest phone. That is not how to create a customer-base that is loyal and willing to spend money on your products in the future. The bottom-feeding market is all about cheap and price determining people's decision.
Take for example Apple, which continues to outsell everybody with their iPad and iPhone. Yet they are the highest costing products in the market. Apple phones are priced high and they also have essentially one model at a time, for all the carriers. And the OS gets released to ALL phone models at the same time, even older phones and new phones run the same OS. Apple phones are not "BRANDED" with a carrier logo when they boot. Meanwhile, RIM seems to cater each phone to each carrier, perhaps have exclusivity arrangements and slightly different phone designs (many of which are irrelevant) and the OS releases get staggered and available to some carriers earlier than others, some not at all, and also to different phones.
Take for example my wife's Torch 9800 which is OS 6 and my Torch 9810 which is OS 7.0. While 10 other carriers already released OS 7.1 for their phones, I am still waiting for Rogers to release OS 7.1. Meanwhile, when Apple released OS 5, it was available to every person running anything from an iPhone 3 to the latest iPhone 4S and on any carrier, at the same time. Same with their iPod touch AND iPad. Simple. That is why there is such as RESALE market in used iPhones, because you have a device which is very universal.
Another point about Apple... They are at the highest end of the market yet in the markets that can afford it, people line up in front of stores to throw their money at anything Apple has to sell!!! It is incredible to see this mass hysteria!!! My conspiracy theory is that Apple built into it's iPhone and iPad audio chip a subliminal message that constantly repeats the phrase "Apple is Amazing and I must buy the next Apple product immediately upon release". :-)
All kidding aside, Apple has managed to create a simple unified product line and concentrated all it's focus on this higher end market. You do not see a "lower end" Apple phone for the developing world. People at the Foxconn factory have to pay 2 months salary to be able to afford the iPad they are producing. So what is the strategy here? Flood China with Blackberries? They are pirating the Blackberry anyways and making cheaper knock-offs that nobody even knows the difference. Flooding India with Blackberries? That's great but what about the profit margins? Would you rather sell 10 million phones at $10 profit margin, or 5 million phones at $50 profit margin? What is the long-term strategy here?
My hope is that RIM consolidates and becomes more efficient and develops a few stream-lined phones that cater to 2 or 3 different markets maximum (high, medium and low-end commodity). Or perhaps just get out of the commodity business altogether, unless the strategy is to pick up people just beginning to afford smartphones and we are trying to lock them into the Blackberry ecosystem.
Ideally, RIM should stick to only a few form-factors like the Torch and Bold/Curve, keeping the keyboard which many Blackberry users prefer. I don't think the Storm form would appeal to people unless they make an EXTREMELY THIN Storm so that it competes with other "slate" touch-screen phones. And stop the different numbering systems PLEASE. Just make ONE of each of the phones (like Apple does) and keep it for about 1-2 years. That means ALL CARRIERS would have only 3 phones... a TORCH, a BOLD/CURVE hybrid (for people who like keyboards), and a really thin STORM. Make it good quality and work. And put BB10 on ALL OF THEM. That's it!
They can call it TORCH X1.... then a few years later, TORCH X2, and so on. Same goes for BOLD X1, then BOLD X2, and STORM X1, STORM X2, and so on. Each time making improvements. All of these phones should ideally be able to run the same BB10 OS, which could be downloaded directly from RIM and not wait for carriers to release separate updates. Whenever BB10 is upgraded, ALL people with Blackberry phones, be it TORCH, STORM or BOLD, would have it on ALL carriers. All users will have access to the same App Market. This makes more sense to me.
I am a Blackberry user (Curve 8900, Storm, Torch 9800 and Torch 9810), own 2 Playbooks, RIM stock-holder and Playbook App Developer. I love my RIM stuff but please take notice of these ideas. I want to see a commercial in a few months advocating the TORCH X1, BOLD X1 and STORM X1 running BB10 available at all of your carriers.
mousii Mar 20, 2012 at 10:53 pm
This must be the longest post ever. Wow ... It took you some time to get the point across!
Did anybody read the entire thing?
By the way, I agree with most of what you said.
xankazo Mar 20, 2012 at 11:03 pm
Sorry, too long to read. :P
SteelGreek Mar 20, 2012 at 11:43 pm
Ok I read this whole post- I agree with the vast majority of it as it has been stated before with many variations (normally in the forums).
Large changes company wide do take time but this phone is another on a laundry list of impossible to keep up with phones... Motorola with their new DROID every week seems to love this game as well
tl;dr version: Less phones. Better quality. More unified system.
Skeevecr Mar 21, 2012 at 7:16 am
I am guessing most won't bother to read your post due to the length, but I did notice a number of errors and misconceptions.
Firstly, while this is another model, it would actually lead to some simplification of the range as it pushes out the 8520 and 9300 models that are still being sold on prepay in europe and plenty of other places globally, moving those customers onto an os7 experience that is going to be better for rim and them.
Rim are not forgetting the developed markets (although too many on here seem to think that equals North America) as they have the higher end os7.1 devices that have plenty of features, albeit not a superfluous multicore processor and the bb10 devices are going to be their next shot at the higher end market when they arrive, it is not like their sales would be helped in north america if they randomly brought out a dualcore os7 device and it would probably delay bb10 too.
When you dismiss the lower end of the market as being purely about costs, you overlook the obvious point that things like bbm become a much bigger selling point for people when they have more contacts on there so converting feature phone users over to cheap blackberries first and then getting some of those to upgrade to dearer ones later benefits them twice.
Also, while the margins on those lower end models is less than those on the higher end ones, it is still a damn sight more than the margin of no sale at all which would be the case in some countries without models like this one.
You keep holding up Apple as the only viable approach to doing business, which overlooks the very obvious point that they can only impose their one size fits all attitude because they are the flavour of the month, if they weren't then they would need to do exactly the same as every single other mobile phone company and that is to release a range of phones at multiple price points in order to sell to as many people as possible.
Your ideas for the future range are pretty flawed for a company that is not Apple, nobody else can afford to cut into their margins by including additional useless radios (cdma to a gsm carrier or the wrong bands of lte) that the carrier won't pay for and that is why everyone else brings out slight variants of the same device depending on the particular carrier in question.
The idea that they are going to bring back the Storm name is laughable, they will either stick with Torch or go with something new. The curve models are not going to be bb10 this year so it is possible we could see one more of those at the end of the year as a replacement for the 9360.
One thing I do think we will see in the future with bb10 are more direct updates from Rim, some radio stuff would still need carrier approvals, but with the way that qnx is designed that could be entirely separate from the rest of the os that they could freely update more often.
gregorylkelly Mar 21, 2012 at 9:53 am
Your last point is the most important. Once BB10 comes out, RIM will be in charge of their OS updates. They currently need carrier approval to release OS updates. Why do you think their are so many leaks that are very easy to install with no reprocusions?
With BB10, they will be able to bypass the carriers with updates because they won't be updating the antenna protocols with the simplist of updates.
Android Market for QNX Mar 21, 2012 at 10:05 am
Thank god for that! Having to run all your phones with different OSes makes your ecosystem impossibly fragmented. Take a look at Android, it is a mess with phones still running gingerbread.
When RIM pushes its own updates instead of relying on carriers, it'll be a huge step forward. It's too bad that they can't update the current OS 7 phones to BB 10, because that would mean continuity across their mobile devices. Unfortunately, this means that OS 7 devices gets very little love from consumers now since everyone knows they're going to be running a legacy OS that no one will use in the future.
RIM, pick one OS and stick with it, consistently give incremental updates to all your devices. BB 10 is going to bring RIM back.
Chris Hansum Aug 12, 2013 at 3:05 am
Nice one bro, they really have to stop producing and start giving us good upgrades. Thumbs-up
clemmiez Mar 20, 2012 at 3:16 pm
S.O.S. - Geesh, come on, RIM! How about a bigger screen - for starters. You had the right idea with the Torch. But T-Mobile stopped selling the Torch before I could upgrade from the Bold 9700. They really need to make something for those of us who hate touch screens and love the keyboard, but who also want a bigger screen and more power. I don't want to go iPhone, but it seems to be heading that way soon...
Android Market for QNX Mar 20, 2012 at 7:32 pm
Agreed, more touchscreen offerings please, love the Torch 9810 and 9860. Just need to market them better rather than focus on Curves. Since the phone is in a smaller form factor, it needs a relatively bigger screen, RIM clearly didn't get the memo -_-
ddlax22 Mar 20, 2012 at 9:09 pm
You guys do realize that these will prob never see north america markets..right..?
Just what rim needs! another curve...
Bobcat665 Mar 20, 2012 at 2:09 pm
Another Curve? Where's BB 10? *YAWN*
thesign Mar 20, 2012 at 2:11 pm
Hasn't anyone noticed how the QWERTY keys are different? Its not like old curve buttons. They are taking lessons from the Bold I guess :p
bilalqwarriach Mar 20, 2012 at 3:02 pm
They look much similar to the curve series
This is the problem 101 for RIM. Too many phones; confused customers.
thesign Mar 20, 2012 at 2:31 pm
On the other hand, having many phones at different prices, makes it easier for people to acquire a BlackBerry within their budget. That way they have more potential BIS customers!
Yes then make four or five models instead of 100s of them. Have ONE curve model, not million. Combine both Bold 9900 and 9930 into one and make it a single phone.
There are cheaper Android devices with ALL possible GSM and CDMA frequencies than this Bold 9900 9930 mess up.
Skeevecr Mar 20, 2012 at 4:39 pm
One curve model would be idiotic, why make a budget device more expensive by including a cdma radio that would be useless for all gsm carriers.
As far as android devices supporting all possible gsm and cdma frequencies, can you name any specific models or are you just making stuff up? In any case, I wouldn't want a phone with too many antennas because the most likely result of that would be shitty performance on all frequencies.
soren203 Mar 20, 2012 at 2:36 pm
I agree although the numerous models aren't bad, they need to at least phase out the older ones if you go to the blackberry website they are still advertising the 85xx curve along with the 9300 and then the os 7 93xx series and the touch screen curve that no one bought...
Skeevecr Mar 20, 2012 at 4:41 pm
The 9320 is clearly intended to phase out the 9300 and 8520 since carriers inserted the 9360 at a slightly higher price point.
mohamedmamdouh Mar 20, 2012 at 2:24 pm
This buttons sucks and for sure will decrease its sales wake up folks
thesign Mar 20, 2012 at 2:28 pm
By looking at it, its more ergonomic than previous QWERTY's on curves. It would feel more comfy to hold while your fingers rest on the keypad.
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Marc_Paradise Mar 20, 2012 at 2:52 pm
Dedicated BBM button? Also known as the 2nd launcher button that they took away from us last year?
Ceo1836 Mar 20, 2012 at 2:52 pm
You've gotta be kidding me. . .another "Curve?", RIM wakeup, competitor's haven't made phones like these since 2007-08. This has no chance of creating a buzz with even existing BB users.
Another ques; Why are you not using the Torch in your ads? Show the company has evolved from the traditional into the future.
kingbernie06511 Mar 20, 2012 at 2:54 pm
they just dont get it.
blackberry love Mar 20, 2012 at 3:02 pm
That is a really bad looking blackberry. Is it 2009?
bilalqwarriach Mar 20, 2012 at 3:05 pm
There is NOTHING wrong with making a phone for the cheaper market, IMO it has alot of scope in the developing areas where curve 8520 is still the most popular BB to date!
kingbernie06511 Mar 20, 2012 at 7:17 pm
but they keep on coming up with a cheaper version of their cheapest phone, while letting the high-end, high profit segment to android and iOS? Their stock is taking a beating and this kind of phone is the reason why
all3n7 Mar 20, 2012 at 3:23 pm
Chill guys, it is a good thing for RIM to release new cheap phones, so other can also benefits of the QWRTY. I just hope they won't release it here in USA. Because as we all know, ppl here are getting tired of small screens. If they do, competitors and their customers would just laugh @ us.
RIM needs to release LONDON, pack with new UI to compete against others.
it would also be cool if there's a pre-installed app for "CRACKBERRY" hehe..
rustong Mar 20, 2012 at 3:48 pm
I dont have a problem with the release of a new lower end phone. Lower priced phones may get more people to buy BB's. But this one looks old school with the seperate buttons. Kinda sucks in the looks department. What's wrong with the new 9370 Curve? Now that's a great looking phone IMO.
WILLSaDICKted Mar 20, 2012 at 4:22 pm
Will- Ok this is getting old...and i am a fanboy galore... I've watched my BBM contacts dwindle down to about 6. Lost them all to iPhone's ... seriously this needs to stop... if anything has kept me from switching it was my playbook...seriously only use my berry for calls now...and its only made me hate anything prior to QNX. They need to can this whole product line, no one wants these java messes any more, not even me...I have been faithful to BB for so long now, but even I have had enough...I want my phone to run as smooth, no, smoother then the playbook...no one cares about a BBM button...or those horrendous buttons on the front...COME ON LEAK BB10!
donnation Mar 20, 2012 at 4:37 pm
Another Curve??? Why bother? Why not just drop the price to nothing with the previous billion curve models and be done with them FOREVER.
Blackberry_boffin Mar 20, 2012 at 4:52 pm
The logic is RIM is not shifying enough units because there are not enough Curves?
That a little BBM button will draw more customers? Seriously?
I am a fan of BlackBerry but this is bordering on ridiculous.
Rim just doesn't get it. Its really sad that a great company like rim has come to this. If RIM doesnt meet its Q4 guidance or announce a lower number before the stock is just going to be annihilated. Release bb10 now! you dont have the luxury to sit around and work every little kink out.
ellis23 Mar 20, 2012 at 5:30 pm
this is pathetic
chm985 Mar 20, 2012 at 5:50 pm
good one Rim. Phase out your touchscreen phones for more low end phones. Cause thats what people want, NOT!!!!!!
Bilaal Mar 20, 2012 at 5:55 pm
Have you all forgotten this phone was most probably designed and produced MONTHS ago? Jesus.
kb1234 Mar 20, 2012 at 6:03 pm
EVERYONE RELAX. ADAM, please come in and set these kiddos straight. RIM has other markets besides ours here in the US and Canada. Think outside the box people, there is a market out there for these phones. You are obviously not going to jump ship to this phone from your 9930/9900 or your 9850/9860, so relax and give props to the RIMpire for releasing a new device!
P.S. ( i like the idea of a dedicated CRACKBERRY button haha)
re_matters Mar 20, 2012 at 6:59 pm
I'm all-in for RIM, its vision, its products and its development as a globally recognized brand because I utilize it for how it helps me do more business and speed up communication. I don't use a Curve but to bash it, is unsupportive. RIM makes a great product, period. Doesn't matter what features it has or doesn't have or what market it is for, it should be supported by its community. IE, those who read, post, and use/enjoy their device(s). #RIMPOWER
Rootbrian Mar 20, 2012 at 7:17 pm
This blackberry is for the EMERGING MARKETS and is a BUDGET smartphone. Those that are poor can BUY A BLACKBERRY. If you don't like it, for god sake, DON'T BUY IT, DON'T COMPLAIN! Fuck! I am tired of hearing all this "Wake up rim!" "This is old and outdated, get with it" and "IT'S 2012, NOT 2006/7/8/9." JUST STOP!! If you had read and considered the earlier blog posts, you would understand. Be considerate and appreciative for the poorer countries.
End of rant.
Yes I agree (read my earlier post above)... but while RIM is focusing on the emerging market, they are losing the developed and higher profitability market. A cheap BB just cheapens the whole brand.
Skeevecr Mar 21, 2012 at 5:57 am
They are not focused on emerging markets, this will sell very well as a pay as you go option in most of Europe too.
As far as a cheap BB cheapens the whole brand, are you overlooking the point that a fair amount of the reason that the brand was built up was on the backs of cheap blackberries such as the 8300 range?
Cirdan8 Mar 20, 2012 at 8:02 pm
While I agree RIM should step up from the traditional and expand on the torch, I am and always will be a huge curve fan. I've still got my first BB 8330. I've been through multiple phones since I bought my BB but in the end I'm back to it. Even some of the other BBs (Bold, Storm, Tour) haven't held a candle to my curve in my eyes. The Torch does interest me though and I'm hoping for grand things from BB10 but will have to wait and see.
Remember that Nokia had the 1Bth sale due to a Nokia 1100. Do not underestimate the value of budget phones... Well.. These are smartphones on a budget cases XD.
I think it would be a smart move to phase out all previous gen BB's and introduce this on the same price point. It would help boost OS7 share.
playbookster Mar 20, 2012 at 8:29 pm
I am hoping this is the last BB7 phone before bb10.
louboutins Mar 20, 2012 at 9:26 pm
Ick, that is unattractive.
To the people in the comments arguing we shouldnt care because its a low end phone for its low end customers in asia, Thats bullshit. Even for a free phone i wouldnt want this and im sure others would agree. You can get free android phones that are 10 times better than this thing. It looks like a toddlers toy with those buttons and rubber. I hate to say it as ive stuck with rim through the last few years but my 9700 is about to die and if bb10s not out before the iphone 5 then im done. Theres only 6 people left on my bbm anyways....
udbhav Mar 21, 2012 at 12:17 am
So 1st world attitude!. There are NO FREE PHONES in India, you have to go and buy your own phone. The cheapest BB phone right now in India is a Curve 2G which is for about 180$, imagine paying that for a 2G device dude. 1st world perceptions are too narrow. This phone is aimed to undercut android devices there which are available for about 100$.
BTW, in emerging markets, BBM is a craze and BB is in the top 3 almost everywhere.
Get out of your well and look around!
world traveler and former ceo Mar 21, 2012 at 2:18 am
Rim knows what its doing .. different phones for different needs and different markets ... >>> multiple revenue streams ....
the high end (flagship) is BOLD 9900 / 9930 and the upcoming BB10 QNX phones ...
People questioning RIM should contact them directly. You all obviously are much wiser and have a better grasp of global markets than a billion-dollar company ever could. Or maybe apply for jobs and give them your views and your expertise. If not RIM, samsung, google or apple must be looking for people with such insight.
I totally get the sarcasm. I am sure RIM has a grasp of what is going on, and hopefully behind the scenes is doing what they think is strategically is right for long-term growth. All of us combined have ideas, but we are not paid experts, most just average Blackberry users with a bit of time on their hands. A billion-dollar company like RIM knows better what is going on.
Having said that, I also see my beloved Blackberry RIM stock getting slammed and killed in the media, delay releases while my arch-nemesis Apple is being crowned king of the world and posting HUGE profits.
So I think all of us in the RIM camp are feeling frustated right now and wondering what is going on. If RIM has a strategy, and it is the right one, how much more patience do we need to see things turning around? My investment in RIM is in the toilet and I think we all need a glimpse of hope here!
pmtsu00 Mar 22, 2012 at 12:56 pm
This can be horrible, an EDOF camera sounds cheap and blackberry is going to learn about being cheap when it comes to a productive feature on their devices such as the camera. I was super pissed when i discovered the blackberry bold had no focus. Even after finding out the Porsche designed blackberry didn't have one either, this is starting to sound like someone needs to be fired in the design team who makes these decisions... Thats a go figure no one will buy a phone. Ow days without a decent camera... NETWORKING...
I'm sad to see the Curve has become the low-end phone--slower processor, less RAM, lower screen res-- than what a Bold or Torch will get. It has one of the best keyboards of any phone yet I would never buy one because of the low specs.
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Curve 9320 is the most profitable BlackBerry smartphone selling in India as of September 2013. Price is $242 - 53% more than MRP of peers.
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