Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Overwatch Origins 21 Heroes

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Overwatch has come a long way with their Multiplayer first-person shooter video game and has added a new set of characters bringing the number of heroes to 21 in their new edition Overwatch Origins. 
to see the previous post about the Overwatch
and the initial Cinematic and Gameplay Trailer
 that were released during BlizzCon 2014
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The Overwatch Cinematic Teaser, "Are you with Us?" is out and have a look below.
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To watch the new Theatrical Teaser, "We are Overwatch", have a look below.
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With the release date around the corner (21/05/2016), Overwatch Animated Shorts have been released and it keeps us interested as one gets to see few of the heroes in action with some backstories.
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Overwatch Animated Short - RECALL
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Overwatch Animated Short - ALIVE
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Overwatch Animated Short - DRAGONS
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Overwatch Animated Short - HERO
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On their Youtube channel, list of hero ability overview, introductions, gameplay preview and many more can be viewed. CLICK HERE to see a list of all the videos. 
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Have a look at another Gameplay Trailer for Overwatch Origins. Have a look of the new heroes in action.
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For wallpapers and screenshots of other heroes, CLICK HERE to check their website. Also if one is interested in pre-ordering (CLICK HERE).
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On Youtube, their are many people who have made Overwatch Compilations of all Cinematic Trailers, Animated Shorts, Hero Abilities and many more. (Makes it easier for people to view all in one place). Also there is something called a Lorewatch were Gamers and Game Enthusiasts try to come up with the Backstories of characters or Lores based on the information released during the game or during press conferences or even by the developers and many others. CLICK HERE to see the playlist of Lorewatch by Low Mana Gamers. CLICK HERE to see the playlist by Squadron.

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Phone texting while driving awareness

Photo Courtesy to Responsible Young Drivers - RYD Belgium 
The rise of mobile/cellphone usage has made for some changes or interesting developments in varieties of fields including safety. Cellphone related accidents have risen over the years and are at its peak. People spending time on their cellphone is on the rise, therefore more and more are being used in daily routines. Walking and travelling on different modes of transportation like buses, taxis, subways, trains, airplanes and others have become a common sight to see. Initially texting by SMS was an issue but adding to this, are the social media mobile applications which are pushing people to use more and more of their cellphone. The added usage of unlimited characters of text, photos and video sharing have led to an extended period of usage of cellphones. The assumption of people that they can multi task while driving has let them to use their cellphones, thinking that they are in full control of the situation. But as statistics show, more number of accidents are on the rise due cellphone usage. Below is a video of Responsible Young Drivers (RYD) Belgium. where under control environment, the drivers are asked to type a text while driving. I am sure the point went across to the drivers.
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Recently a video has been put up by New Zealand transport agency with regard to the awareness of phone texting. The use of Lionel Richie's Hello to convey the message about putting the life of the passenger first is amazing. The main message to convey is Drive Phone free.
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A similar video like RYD Belgium awareness video was made by AT&T to educate teens about driving while texting. These video cover the message in a positive or a lighter tone compared to PSA videos which show the horrific condition if one gets into an accident due to cellphone usage.
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