Ultimate Factors to Consider When Choosing a Gaming Chair

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Tor gaming set up is not yet complete if you do not have a gaming chair. Not only does it heighten your gaming experience but also spares you from health problems in the long run. If you have been using your couch, it is time to ditch it and get yourself an x rocker Bluetooth gaming chair. Considering it is an investment, you cannot afford to go wrong with choosing the ideal gaming seat.

If you make the wrong choice, you will be back at the store trying to find another replacement. You, therefore, need all the help you can get in choosing a gaming chair. The following are things you should consider before exchanging a cheque for a gaming chair.

1. Your budget

You already have it in mind how much you will be willing to spend on a gaming chair. What you need to know is that you have many options to choose from. A budget will go a long way in helping you select a quality gaming chair without having to spend too much. The most important thing is that you should make sure that you get value for your money and not compromise quality.

2. Material

The material of the gaming chair goes hand in hand with the quality. While picking a gaming chair, it is vital that you ensure that it is made of quality material. That does not only cover the upholstery buy everything. Faux leather might not be the best material for upholstery as it tends to wear out quickly. With that, you should consider finding one made of genuine leather.

The frame should also be made of a durable material like iron. When you talk about the bases, you should be considering material that will not damage your floor, in this case, rubber would do.

3. Type of seat

There are various gaming chairs, and they are all meant to suit different gaming needs. For instance, you can have a video rocker that can be used by gamers who love a low profile while gaming. If you do not have too much room at your apartment and you need comfort, a bean bag chair will do. Do you game on PC? Well, the ideal gaming seat will be the racing chair.

If you like flexibility and rocking as you game, the pedestal gaming chair will give you the perfect gaming experience. To heighten your enjoyment while doing racing games, you might want to consider working with a racing stimulator cockpit.

4. Comfort

This should be the reason why you are replacing the couch. You should, therefore, ensure that the gaming chair gives you maximum comfort. Remember that you will sometimes be gaming for long hours, and if you do not have your back and limbs taken care of, you could end up at the doctor’s someday.

Ergonomics should be a requirement for the gaming chair. Ensure that it is well padded, has a headrest and can be able to support you throughout the game. You do not want to interrupt your game by continually standing up to get a stretch.

5. Space available

Some of the gaming chairs can be big. As you pick them, you should consider the space that is available back at home. If you have limited space, you could choose a beanbag gaming chair or a chair that is foldable and can be stored. Measure the dimensions of your room before you leave for the store and compare them with those of the chairs you have the eye for.

6. Compatibility

Today, most of the gaming chairs come with extra features like Bluetooth, a stereo system and so on. Picking a chair that is not compatible with your gaming system will end up being disappointing, and you will have to replace it sooner or later. You do not need to go through the hassle. Ensure that the chair hosts your Xbox and can connect to the other systems that you have.

7. Is the chair customizable?

Do you need a gaming chair that is adjustable? You certainly do it! Well, here is the catch. While testing the chair at the store, you will feel that a particular height for the back and the armrests is comfortable at the moment. What you need to know is that as you proceed with gaming, you will find that they are no longer comfortable.

An adjustable chair is there to take care of your comfort needs. However, you need also to note that these extra features can at times come at an additional cost. What you need to do is to go for the ones that you need to save on cost.

The kind of chair you choose will determine the type of gaming experience you will be having. Use the checklist to ensure that you get the experience that you deserve.

DOST-SEI to Host 2nd Exit Conference for the NCR-based Graduating Scholars

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In an effort to keep scholars who are expected to graduate at the end of AY 2018-2019 in the loop of their scholarship obligation, the Science Education Institute – Department of Science and Technology will again gather hundreds of NCR-based DOST-SEI scholars for a whole-day exit conference.

Now on its second year of implementation, the 2019 Exit Conference for DOST-SEI NCR Scholars will be held on February 18, 2019 at the Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City. It aims to re-orient the scholars on the terms and conditions of the Scholarship Agreement specifically on service obligation, and provide them with information about the DOST-SEI graduate scholarship programs and job-related concerns that can help them start their S&T careers.

Notable guest speakers from both government and private sectors, and successful graduate scholars will also be gracing the event to give talks on relevant topics. Similar conference is being held for scholars enrolled in colleges and universities in the regions.

Seafaring Industry not Only for Men, but Also for Women – MARINA

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The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has reiterated its full support and commitment to uphold gender and development (GAD) in the maritime industry.

At the recently concluded seminar-workshop on GAD, the MARINA GAD focal persons across the country reviewed its efforts to make its GAD-related initiatives more gender responsive and agreed measures to progress its work on this aspect.

The seminar-workshop served as an avenue to enhance the understanding of GAD concepts and introduce the concept of gender analysis as an essential component and tool for gender mainstreaming in its relevant programs and policies for the maritime industry.

The MARINA gives women the rights and privileges as men and shows the world that women have a place and even excel in the seafaring industry. As a matter of fact, the MARINA recorded 73,027 women seafarers or almost 10% of approximately 1 million Filipino seafarers issued with Seafarer’s Identification and Record Book (SIRB) as of December 2018.

Hence, the Agency continues to showcase that women are at par with men in terms of working in the industry – showing an equitable and sustainable development with shared decision-making and responsibility by establishing its ‘GAD corners’ and implementing GAD initiatives in all of its regional offices.

Moreover, the MARINA, through its local chapter for Women in Maritime, has been campaigning for women to develop careers at sea and is actively involved in the promotion of equal rights for women in the maritime industry.

With the implementation of the 10-year maritime industry development plan (MIDP), the MARINA assured to mainstream GAD in its relevant programs, down to specific activities and policies, rules and regulations.

This year, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) BANNERS the theme “Empowering Women in the Maritime Community" for the 2019 World Maritime Day in support of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) #5 which is to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.

The IMO has significantly progressed its work on fostering an environment where women are identified and selected for career development opportunities in maritime administrations, ports, and maritime training institutes, and to encourage more conversation for gender equality in the maritime space.

In line with these objectives, the IMO will conduct Women in Maritime Associations (WIMA) Asia conference in March 2019 which will be participated in by the Philippines through the MARINA. The proposed theme of the conference is "Empowering Women in Maritime: Charting the Course of Leaders in Asia through SDGs". The Philippines has been elected as a member of the WIMA Asia Governing Council and shall also serve as the Secretariat.

Finally, the 3rd International Conference in Empowering Women in the Maritime Community, in commemoration of the 30 years of IMO's Women in Maritime programme, will be held in Malmo, Sweden on April 2019.