Mobile Pics Mean Prizes

A European freesheet is set to hand out cash to readers who send in the best mobile phone photos.

Commuter freebie 20 Minutes also has Nintendo Wiis and iPods on offer for images and videos which are featured on its website or in its print editions.

According to the Editors Weblog, “mobile reporters” will receive up to 100 Swiss Francs (about £50) for photos published in the national papers or 50 Swiss Francs if included in any regional issues.

However, as part of the deal 20 Minutes will have the right to sell on any videos or pictures.

The daily newspaper is available to commuters in urban areas across France, Switzerland and Spain.

Its name refers to the average time European workers spend on public transport each day.