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How Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Sound Could Make Music Sound Better

April 5, 2021Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Qualcomm has been working hard to solve issues related to sound and wireless audio streaming. In the company’s bid to improve standards for music and other sounds on electronic devices, it has launched its new brand: Snapdragon Sound. Snapdragon Sound could raise the bar for makers of audio systems. The brand offers an audio suite and certification of […]

How to Shazam Music That’s Coming From Your iPhone

April 5, 2021Delta MediaLeave a Comment

In the past, iPhones could only identify music playing from external speakers. But with iOS 14.2 and later, your iPhone can identify music playing right on the device. This means you can easily identify a song you liked in a web video or a live stream, even through headphones! Learn how you can use Shazam […]

Bandsintown Plus Is Bringing Live Music Gigs to Apple TV

March 18, 2021Delta MediaLeave a Comment

The Bandsintown Plus concert-streaming service is now available on the Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K, giving subscribers access to a number of exclusive shows via their device. Exclusive Performances Not Found Elsewhere With support for high-fidelity image and sound, the software gives Apple TV owners easy access to interactive events with artists along with […]

Music Streaming Services Explained: How Does Spotify Make Money?

January 3, 2021January 3, 2021Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Spotify is arguably the world’s largest music streaming service. You either pay for Spotify with a premium plan, or you don’t. There is the Student Plan where you pay less, a Family Plan where someone else pays, or the free option, where you stream with ad breaks in between your music. If there are so […]

How to Add Music to an Instagram Story | MakeUseOf

December 10, 2020Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Instagram now allows you to put your favorite music on your Stories, letting you make them an even more interesting addition to your feed. From using the Instagram app itself to using music streaming apps, here are some of the ways to add music to an Instagram Story… Add Music to an Instagram Story From the App Thanks […]

New to YouTube Music? How to Upload and Manage Your Music

November 26, 2020November 26, 2020Delta MediaLeave a Comment

If you’re looking for a music streaming service to listen to your favorite music, YouTube Music is one of the best options out there. Even though it’s still a work in progress, YouTube Music is gaining popularity, and deservedly so. In this article, you’ll learn exactly how to upload your music to this streaming service. […]

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 […]

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