Hello,
Some of you may have already seen Facebook adverts for voice apps or seen/heard of the app called bubbly. Bubbly originated in Singapore and has been a big hit. It has been in the UK for a couple of months now and no one has really picked up on it. The only big name I have found is Rio Ferdinand, who actually uses it quite regularly, discussing important topics.
So how does it work?
Well once you have set up an account, you can add your Facebook & Twitter to it too, you then can record yourself talking about whatever you wish. You can record up to 90 seconds Long. So you can really get your voice heard (literally!).
You can also add sound effect like laughter, clapping and like a game show music thing. Once recorded you also add more special effects to it. For example, making it echoey, sound like a witch and lots more. These bits are really fun to use. You can play it back before you post is to your followers. You can also share it in twitter & Facebook.
This does seem like a good idea, however for those who don't like hearing their own voice it will take some getting use to. I believe if it does take off the people who could profit the most from it would be clubs & teams. As they could do a 90 interview,match report or over clips. Fans would love what the man of the match actually said, hearing the chanting of your favourite football team if you ccaouldnt make it to the match.
Motivational speakers and sports stars could make a killing from it. As the demand grows for 'access all areas' from the people we love to see, perform and do what they do best. This could be the way forward.
Apps like bubbly really break down even more barriers and can bring you a lot closer to people, events and life. Your not just reading what people are saying, your actually hearing them. Picking up on peoples emotions and feelings. It's a very powerful tool.
Overall, I think there are a lot of positives going for this. But it's just a case of when people pick up on it. It's certainly something to look out for! try it for yourself and see what you think!
Charlotte Males x
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Thursday, 21 February 2013
Saturday, 9 February 2013
American Football VS Rugby Union
Hello All,
Theres has been an age old debate about what sport is more manly or less girly or just better. Of course I am talking about Rugby Union Vs American Football. Now naturally, I would support Rugby Union. But as I have got older and finally understood and now enjoy American football. It gets harder and harder to choose a side. Hence the need for this blog post. I have come up with a few categories to rate each sport in and hopefully we shall crown a winner.
Aim of the Game:
Well both sports are pretty similar in this aspect, need to get the ball (which is oddly shaped the same too), over the line. The only difference in Rugby Union you HAVE to touch the ball on the ground, but in American Football you can just catch it in the end zone.
Another similarity, is the team with the most points, wins. simple.
RU: 9/10
AF: 9/10
Rule Complexity:
Here is where we can see some differences, in Rugby Union you must throw the ball backwards (an odd concept) but in American Football its all about throwing forward.
Each sports has different rules regarding, punishments, substitutions and general game play rules that affect game play. However, American football has more rules and are slightly more based on the judgements of the referee.
The pitch sizes are different as well, the rugby union pitch is 20meters bigger than an American Football pitch. However, it probably goes without saying the American football stadiums are A LOT bigger!
Rugby Union is played in 40 minute half's, the time is stopped for injuries etc. But in American football, its played in 15 minute quarters, but stopped each time a play has broken down.
Another interesting fact is the amount of players in the game. Rugby union can only have 15 out field players with around 5 substitutes. However, in Professional American Football there can be 11 out field players with lots of subs. But the main difference is in American football there is essentially an attacking team and a defensive team for each team. I think this only increases the complexity of the game. As a Sport scientists I can see how it can make a difference to play like this, but as a sports fans its gets a little more confusing.
RU: 7/10 (the higher the score the easy to follow)
AF: 4/10
Average Rating (for big events):
The biggest event for American football is of the Super bowl, which 167 million people tuned into the Super bowl in 2012! Making this the most viewed broadcast in American history!
But, the Most watch final in Rugby Union History was the England vs Australia 2003 final, it was broadcasted in 205 countries and 3.5 BILLION people tuned in!
RU: 9/10
AF: 7/10
Global Awareness:
Rugby Union is played across over 100 countries a study concluded in 2012. Whilst only 62 nations play American Football.
This may be due to that fact that American football is just a variation of Rugby Union.
RU: 9/10
AF: 7/10
The Bigger Hitter:
Last, but certainly not least the most probably talked about subject between these two sports. Who tackles harder? Pads Vs No pads? Who wins..... This videos finds out using Sport Science, Or if you can be bothered to watch then drum roll please..........
(Drum Roll!)
The Biggest Hitter Award goes to: BOTH!
American Football may hit harder, but Rugby Union hits more! So I think I shall split 50/10 here.
RU: 5/10
AF: 5/10
Total Score for each is as follows:
RU: 39
AF: 32
So the end scores were close, but RUGBY UNION just pinches the win!
Hope you find this as interesting and fun to read as I did to write!
Until next time...
Wally Woman x
Theres has been an age old debate about what sport is more manly or less girly or just better. Of course I am talking about Rugby Union Vs American Football. Now naturally, I would support Rugby Union. But as I have got older and finally understood and now enjoy American football. It gets harder and harder to choose a side. Hence the need for this blog post. I have come up with a few categories to rate each sport in and hopefully we shall crown a winner.
Aim of the Game:
Well both sports are pretty similar in this aspect, need to get the ball (which is oddly shaped the same too), over the line. The only difference in Rugby Union you HAVE to touch the ball on the ground, but in American Football you can just catch it in the end zone.
Another similarity, is the team with the most points, wins. simple.
RU: 9/10
AF: 9/10
Rule Complexity:
Here is where we can see some differences, in Rugby Union you must throw the ball backwards (an odd concept) but in American Football its all about throwing forward.
Each sports has different rules regarding, punishments, substitutions and general game play rules that affect game play. However, American football has more rules and are slightly more based on the judgements of the referee.
The pitch sizes are different as well, the rugby union pitch is 20meters bigger than an American Football pitch. However, it probably goes without saying the American football stadiums are A LOT bigger!
Rugby Union is played in 40 minute half's, the time is stopped for injuries etc. But in American football, its played in 15 minute quarters, but stopped each time a play has broken down.
Another interesting fact is the amount of players in the game. Rugby union can only have 15 out field players with around 5 substitutes. However, in Professional American Football there can be 11 out field players with lots of subs. But the main difference is in American football there is essentially an attacking team and a defensive team for each team. I think this only increases the complexity of the game. As a Sport scientists I can see how it can make a difference to play like this, but as a sports fans its gets a little more confusing.
RU: 7/10 (the higher the score the easy to follow)
AF: 4/10
Average Rating (for big events):
The biggest event for American football is of the Super bowl, which 167 million people tuned into the Super bowl in 2012! Making this the most viewed broadcast in American history!
But, the Most watch final in Rugby Union History was the England vs Australia 2003 final, it was broadcasted in 205 countries and 3.5 BILLION people tuned in!
RU: 9/10
AF: 7/10
Global Awareness:
Rugby Union is played across over 100 countries a study concluded in 2012. Whilst only 62 nations play American Football.
This may be due to that fact that American football is just a variation of Rugby Union.
RU: 9/10
AF: 7/10
The Bigger Hitter:
Last, but certainly not least the most probably talked about subject between these two sports. Who tackles harder? Pads Vs No pads? Who wins..... This videos finds out using Sport Science, Or if you can be bothered to watch then drum roll please..........
(Drum Roll!)
The Biggest Hitter Award goes to: BOTH!
American Football may hit harder, but Rugby Union hits more! So I think I shall split 50/10 here.
RU: 5/10
AF: 5/10
Total Score for each is as follows:
RU: 39
AF: 32
So the end scores were close, but RUGBY UNION just pinches the win!
Hope you find this as interesting and fun to read as I did to write!
Until next time...
Wally Woman x
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