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5 Upcoming Apple Products We’re Looking Forward to in 2022

November 9, 2021Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Apple's Spring and Fall launch events usually have the world holding its breath in anticipation, and 2022 is going to be no different. There's an exciting lineup of new Apple products that everyone is hoping for, and the speculation shows lots of promise. MUO – Feed

Apple Could Unveil iPads With OLED Screens in 2022

May 31, 2021Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Apple only just switched from LCD to mini-LED displays with its newest iPad Pro, but according to a new report, that’s not the last display change we’re going to see for an Apple tablet. The report from ETNews, via Apple Insider, suggests that Apple may introduce an iPad with OLED display, introducing the screen technology […]

Facebook Messenger and Instagram Direct Chats Won’t Be Encrypted Until 2022

May 1, 2021May 1, 2021Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Messenger and Instagram Direct are among the two most popular messaging services out there. Despite millions of people using them every day, Messenger and Instagram Direct are not really privacy-friendly as they do not end-to-end encrypt chats by default. Facebook has now promised that it will roll out end-to-end encryption for Messenger and Instagram Direct “in 2022 at […]

Google Chrome Will Stop Running on Windows 7 In 2022 | MakeUseOf

December 1, 2020December 1, 2020Delta MediaLeave a Comment

January 2022 may sound like it’s a long way off, but for Windows 7 users, it’s a date to keep an eye on. Even though Windows 7 reached its official end-of-life date in January 2020, there are still tens of millions of people using the operating system globally. Those users need support not only from […]

Scientists Working On Smart Contacts Powered By Human Tears
August 26, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Who needs an external battery when you have good old-fashioned emotions? Scientists based out of Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have begun working on augmented reality (AR) contact lenses capable of displaying virtual information in the real world. But here’s the really interesting part: according to an official release from the university, these high-tech […]
Thief Simulator VR Adds Even More Stuff To Steal On Quest
August 25, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Return to a life of crime in this sizable DLC update. Developer 3R Games this week announced a new update for its popular VR game, Thief Simulator VR: Greenview Street, which introduces a brand new neighborhood over twice the size of Greenview Street. Available now on Meta Quest headsets, the Richie R. Street DLC takes […]
I Tried Axe Throwing In VR. Here’s How It Went
August 25, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Experience BATL Axe Throwing on Meta Quest headsets. ArcadeXR today announced its 2.0 update for Arcade Legends which introduces axe throwing to the game for the very first time. For those unfamiliar, Arcade Legends is a unique VR experience that allows you to build your own personal arcade. Here you can play 10 official arcade […]
This Virtual Rave Experience Lets You Party Like It’s The ’80s
August 24, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Better grab some glowsticks, you’re going to need them. The Geneva International Film Festival returns later this year and it’s bringing with it a one-of-a-kind virtual experience that takes you back in time to the very first rave parties where you can dance to the sounds of old-school acid house music. Produced by the immersive documentary […]
Watch The LA Valorant Finals From This VR E-Sports Arena
August 23, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Join your fellow Valorant fans for this one-of-a-kind virtual broadcast. Virtex Stadium, an online virtual event platform available for PC VR headsets, will be broadcasting the Valorant LA Champions finals live in VR this week, offering spectators the chance to immerse themselves in the virtual action like never before. Originally announced back in 2021, Virtex […]
’90s Classic The 7th Guest Returns As A VR Game This October
August 22, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Explore a sprawling mansion inhabited by realistic ghosts in this immersive reimagining. Developer Vertigo Games, the team behind popular VR titles such as Arizona Sunshine and After the Fall, has just announced the release date for its latest game, The 7th Guest VR. Revealed during the Gamescom 2023 Opening Night Live Pre-Show, this spooky-looking experience […]
VRChat Mobile Is Now Available In Alpha On Android
August 22, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
An iOS version is also on the way according to the team. After long last, VRChat, the immensely popular VR social platform, is finally available in alpha on Android devices, allowing you to mix and mingle with other players online via a smartphone or tablet. That said, not everyone will have access to the app […]
This KFC VR Game Is Played Inside A Bucket Of Chicken
August 21, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
The more points you earn the more IRL chicken you get. Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), the popular American fast food chain, has launched a VR game in Hong Kong, China that transported players to a KFC-inspired world where they could earn real-world fried chicken by completing virtual objectives. The “Bucketverse VR” experience immersed players in […]
You Can Now Play The Original Far Cry In VR With Motion Controls
August 18, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
The 2004 classic looks better than ever in VR. Crytek’s first-person shooter Far Cry can now be played in VR with motion controls thanks to a third-party mod from German developer Holger Frydrych. You may remember Frydrych for his work on the popular Half-Life 2 VR Mod, which lets you experience Valve’s iconic action shooter […]
Toy Trains Lets You Build Your Dream Train Set In VR
August 18, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
The “playful track-building” game is scheduled to arrive later this year. Developer Something Random this week announced Toy Trains, a new VR game coming soon to major VR platforms. Described as a “playful track-building VR game,” this nostalgia-inducing experience allows you to craft complex virtual railways and solve open-ended puzzles using your motion controllers. Each […]

Yellowstone Park tourist burns leg after going off trail near Old Faithful September 19, 2024
The ground in the area near Old Faithful is fragile and thin, and there's scalding water just below the surface, park officials said.
Should basement living spaces in Montreal be banned? Mayors weigh in September 19, 2024
Experts expect floods from heavy rains to happen more frequently, and municipalities are struggling to come up with ways to protect property, including amending laws.
Phil Carpenter
Israel’s focus shifts north as tensions climb after Hezbollah pager blasts September 19, 2024
Speaking to Israeli troops on Wednesday, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said, 'We are at the start of a new phase in the war.'
Americans can now renew passports online. Canadians are still waiting September 19, 2024
Canada promised last May it would launch an online passport renewal service in the fall, but has been mostly quiet on its progress ever since.
Sean Boynton
Calgary Flames re-sign centre Cole Schwindt, defenceman Ilya Solovyov September 19, 2024
The Calgary Flames have re-signed defenceman Ilya Solovyov and centre Cole Schwindt, the NHL club announced Wednesday.
Bank of England holds key rate after U.S. Fed makes 1st cut in 4 years September 19, 2024
The Bank of England kept its benchmark interest rate on hold at five per cent on Thursday, mere hours after the U.S. Federal Reserve had delivered an oversized rate cut.
Oilsands sector remains under pressure despite silence after greenwashing law: think tank September 19, 2024
Canada's oilsands industry remains under pressure to reduce its greenhouse gas footprint, even as companies have clamped down on public communications.
Stolen portrait of Sir Winston Churchill one step closer to returning home September 19, 2024
After being stolen more than two years ago, Canadian officials are set to receive a famous portrait of Sir Winston Churchill in Italy on Thursday.
Sean Previl
Public service heads invited to seek top secret security clearance September 19, 2024
Canada's senior public servant has invited his provincial and territorial counterparts to apply for top secret-level security clearance.
Canada must speed up progress to hit its 2030 emissions target: report September 19, 2024
New estimates published by a leading climate policy institute show Canada cut emissions by about one per cent last year compared to 2022, or eight per cent since 2005.