AT&T's already focusing on an application to help keep folks from texting while driving, but earlier this year it gave folks in a La hackathon the opportunity to develop their very own solution. 11-year-old Victoria Master and David Grau, an innovative director and designer in an interactive agency, were granted $20,000 by Large Blue to create their smartphone application towards the public. Named Rode Dog, the prize-winning software enables buddies and family to arrange themselves into "packs" and monitor their text texting habits. Careful customers can place whenever a fellow group member is texting and initiate a woofing noise around the offender's phone. Similar to squawking seatbelt systems, the application is made to help remind motorists of the wrongdoing and does not stay away from the ruckus until they acknowledge it. If you would favour a chicken or any other animal grab your attention, the duo crafted an in-application shop that provides other wildlife seem seem effects. Rode Dog is not likely to hit iOS, Android and Home windows Phone until its fully polished, however, you can join receive word of their launch in the second source link below.
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