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What Is UFS 4.0 and What Does It Mean for the Future of Smartphones?

May 26, 2022Delta MediaLeave a Comment

When it comes to the type of storage that powers smartphones, UFS (Universal Flash Storage) has become the norm. It's even replaced eMMC storage in most budget smartphones. Now, Samsung wants to take it to the next level through the use of the UFS 4.0 storage standard. MUO – Feed

Why Can’t We Custom Build Our Smartphones Like a PC?

June 15, 2021June 15, 2021Delta MediaLeave a Comment

With the power of consumer tech increasing rapidly over the last decade, our demands have kept pace. People want faster and more efficient computers and consoles, and in the last decade, smartphones and tablets as well. The personal computer market has met this demand for a long time without issues. Things aren’t that bright in […]

ARM Reveals New Armv9 CPU Architecture That Will Power PCs, Laptops, and Smartphones

May 26, 2021Delta MediaLeave a Comment

ARM’s new flagship processor, the ARM Cortex-X2, is set to power more than just smartphones and other portable devices. The company has revealed that its latest range of CPUs will also be the brains behind ARM-powered PCs and laptops, hopefully offering an affordable yet powerful CPU option to manufacturers and developers. ARM Reveals Flagship Cortex-X2 […]

Why Did LG Fail With Its Smartphones?

April 28, 2021Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Despite being a hallmark for innovation, LG struggled in one area: smartphones. In April 2021, the Seoul-headquartered company announced that it was bowing out of the market after almost 11-and-a-half years. The tech giant’s failure with smartphones is somewhat surprising, considering how popular its televisions and household appliances are. It all started so well for […]

Apple Boasts the Most Loyal Userbase for Smartphones

March 17, 2021March 17, 2021Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Apple has outdone its main rival Samsung in a recent survey relating to brand loyalty. With the iPhone 12 and Samsung S21 going toe-to-toe of late, this makes for some interesting analysis. Apple Brand Loyalty Hits 92 Percent In a recent SellCell survey relating to cellphone brand allegiance, Apple users have shown themselves to be […]

Here’s Which Motorola Smartphones Will Get Android 11

December 22, 2020Delta MediaLeave a Comment

If there’s one thing all Android device owners can agree on, it’s the excitement that comes from a major software update. While Android 11 is making the rounds, there are still plenty of devices that haven’t received the update yet. Motorola is among those phones, but that’s about to change, as the company has announced which of […]

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 […]

Edmonton Oilers fend off Kings for 4-2 win February 27, 2024
The Edmonton Oilers scored a 4-2 victory over the rival Los Angeles Kings at Rogers Place on Monday night, snapping a three-game losing skid.
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‘A white man’s war’: Calgary military museum focuses on Black Canadian soldiers February 27, 2024
Allan Ross, a volunteer researcher who curates the Black History Month exhibit, said the roots of military service for Black Canadians dates back two centuries
St. Paul’s Crusaders move step closer to city championship with Game 1 win February 27, 2024
The St. Paul's Crusaders struck first in the high school city championship with a 5-0 Game 1 win over the Westwood Warriors.
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Sex offender living in Vancouver poses ‘a risk of significant harm to women’: Police February 27, 2024
Skylar Wayne Pelletier "poses a risk of significant harm to women," police said in a Monday media release.
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B.C.’s minimum wage to jump 65 cents on June 1 February 27, 2024
Minimum-wage workers in British Columbia will get a pay hike of 65 cents an hour to $17.40 starting June 1, a move the government says will help lift more people out of poverty.
Teen arrested after attempted carjackings of victim with child near Yorkdale mall February 27, 2024
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested after two attempted carjackings involving a victim and a child near Yorkdale Mall this month, according to police.
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‘Totally insane’: Safety concerns raised over materials tossed from Granville Bridge February 27, 2024
A piece of metal tossed from the Granville Street Bridge early Saturday morning is the latest case of materials falling from the span onto businesses below.
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Vancouver Island business broken into for 24th time in 25 years February 27, 2024
Someone smashed through the front window at the Nanaimo location of The Gold Silver Guy on Sunday, reaching into a display case and running off with more than $3,000 in product.
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Fatality Inquiry begins into death at Edmonton Remand Centre February 27, 2024
A fatality inquiry got underway Monday morning into the death of a 23-year-old man who died by suicide in a solitary cell at the Edmonton Remand Centre.
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‘A miracle’: Vernon, B.C. girl rescues herself, younger sister from falling tree February 27, 2024
It was moments later when a large Douglas Fir tree came crashing down, just mere feet from Adelie and her 3-year-old sister, who had just come outside to play.
Klaudia Van Emmerik