Apple Watch Accessories 3D Printing Challenge
Wearable technology is spinning the tech-lovers out of control. There's so much media frenzy about the upcoming release of Apple Watch that, no matter whether you love or hate the idea of the first chic wearable, it's in your face.
The new 3D printable models free challenge is all about the Apple Watch and the commercial possibilities waiting to be unlocked. It's a fantastic opportunity for you to use the vibrant pre-sale anticipation period to promote your 3D print designs and earn money off your talent. Submit 3D printable accessory designs compatible with the new smart watch, such as watch-stands, cases, buckles and straps, travel pouches, and so on, to win sparkling prizes and see your 3D models added to the special Apple Watch Accessories collection, boosting your chances to hit the jackpot. Let the 3D printed games begin!
We say the smartwatch needs a smart touch to take the world by storm.
Entries
Below are the top quality models that were participating in this challenge.
Awards & Prizes
There are two categories of awards in this challenge. Best model category will have one winner and two runner-ups. Best portfolio category will have only one winner.
Best Model
For the 1st place winner
- 3Doodler 2.0 pen by 3Doodler
- $150 by CGTrader
- 200 credits by CGTrader
- Promotional features by CGTrader
For the 1st runner-up
- $50 by CGTrader
- 100 credits by CGTrader
- Promotional features by CGTrader
For the 2nd runner-up
- 75 credits by CGTrader
- Promotional features by CGTrader
Best portfolio
For the 1st place winner
Terms & Conditions
In order to qualify for the prize winnings, you must agree to terms & conditions.
Things you must know
- Apple Watch Accessories 3D Printing Challenge will run from the 9th of March, 2015, to the 1st of April, 2015.
- When uploading your entry be sure to check "apple-challenge" to get your model tagged and counted to the challenge.
- Cool renderings are optional but we will definitely consider this when judging.
Things you should know
- Designs uploaded to the gallery are not treated as valid entries.
- Upon joining this challenge, you agree that your rendering scene might be used by sponsors for marketing (non commercial!) purposes.
- You can have as much entry models as you want. By uploading more than 10 entry models you are eligible to enter Portfolio category too.
- The challenge is open to everyone, including teams, legal entities and people from all over the world.
- Participating in the challenge and uploading 3D models to CGTrader platform is free of charge.
- All the entries must be original and not derivable.
- Employees and relatives of CGTrader and sponsor teams are not allowed to participate in this challenge.
- Any existing taxes or duties must be paid by the winner. CGTrader is not responsible for any illegal actions taken by the prize winners.
- We are independent sheriffs of this challenge, so stick to the rules and don't do anything stupid.
- Got some questions? Have suggestions? Check for FAQ or drop us a line at info@cgtrader.com.
Judging
The judging of the challenge is supervised by CGTrader staff. Winners will be chosen following the requirements below:
Best Model
- Quality of the Apple Watch Accessories Challenge model
- Uniqueness, innovation, and general achievement in design of the Apple Watch Accessories Challenge model
- Clear and attractive presentation on CGTrader.com
Best Portfolio
- Quality of the Apple Watch Accessories Challenge portfolio
- Uniqueness, innovation, and general achievement in design of the Apple Watch Accessories Challenge portfolio
- Clear and attractive presentation on CGTrader.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Please go through these questions before contacting us
Do I need to upload files or only images of my 3D design?
You need to upload files and images of your 3D design in order to participate in the challenge.
I don't want to put my entry model for sale. Do you have any suggestions?
Does earning money from your digital files sounds like a bad idea? Just try to put higher price on it, let's say 300 USD.
I don't want to loose copyrights on my model after it is sold.
There are General, Editorial and Custom licenses for you to choose under which you want to operate. Individuals or companies which bought your model can't use it for commercial purposes if it hasn't been changed. So no worries - you won't loose the copyright.
How can I participate in the challenge?
Design awesome 3D model for Miicraft+ 3D Printing Challenge and upload it to CGTrader.
What if I put the required tag on my already published 3D model on CGTrader - do you treat it as a valid entry?
No. Only 3D models uploaded in the period from the 30th of April to the 30th of June 2015 will be treated as valid entries.
Do free 3D models participate in the challenge?
Yes, absolutely. Sharing artwork is always appreciated in the community.
Can I enter with 3D models which participated in other challenges elsewhere?
Yes. There are no restrictions on publishing and selling your models elsewhere.
Do price tags play any importance when entries are being judged?
No. But do not forget that the prices are always judged by the customers.
I want to participate in the challenge so I am going to delete my already uploaded models and upload them again to meet the "publishing period" requirement. Can I do that?
No. We are tracking every deleted and uploaded model, so it is useless to drive-through our requirements of the challenge.