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Facebook Wants You to Get the Facts on Coronavirus

April 19, 2020April 19, 2020Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Facebook has promised to do more to stop the spread of misinformation about COVID-19. Because, despite its previous efforts, people are still sharing absolute nonsense about the cause of, and possible cures for, COVID-19 on the social network. Facebook Hopes to Dispel COVID-19 Myths The social network announced its new efforts in a post on […]

Amazon Wants You to Help Make Alexa Smarter

September 14, 2019September 14, 2019Delta MediaLeave a Comment

While Alexa can answer a lot of different questions, there are still gaps in her knowledge. Amazon would like Alexa to know the answer to every single question. And the company is asking for your help in making that happen using Alexa Answers. Right now, it’s possible to argue that Alexa is stupid. Certainly as […]

Spotify Wants to Help Podcasters Get More Listeners

August 14, 2019August 14, 2019Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Spotify has launched Spotify for Podcasters, a dedicated platform just for podcasters. With podcasting growing as a medium, streaming media companies are desperate to become the home of podcasts. Hence Spotify reaching out to podcasters in this way. How to Use Spotify for Podcasters As explained on the Spotify Newsroom, Spotify for Podcasters is a […]

Rotten Tomatoes Wants You to Stop Review Bombing Movies

March 2, 2019March 2, 2019Delta Media

Rotten Tomatoes is making changes to prevent people from review bombing movies. Review bombing is the best term for it, but, thanks to Rotten Tomatoes’ “Want to See” feature, this is actually affecting movies that haven’t even been released yet. What Is Review Bombing? Review bombing describes a coordinated effort to lower a review score. […]

Twitter Still Wants to Let You Edit Your Tweets

February 7, 2019February 7, 2019Delta Media

Ever since Twitter launched way back in 2006, users have been asking for the ability to edit their tweets. And yet here we are, over a decade later, and nothing. We’re still stuck with the binary choice of leaving a tweet as it is, or deleting it in its entirety. If you’re starting to doubt […]

Netflix Wants the Bird Box Challenge to Die

January 4, 2019January 4, 2019Delta Media

Netflix is loving the fact that millions of people have watched Bird Box. However, the streaming service isn’t quite so enamored with the Bird Box Challenge. And YouTube isn’t keen either, as it’s actively removing some Bird Box Challenge videos. What Is the Bird Box Challenge? The Bird Box Challenge is based on Bird Box, […]

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 […]

Surrey man had his truck stolen for 2 weeks. It’s been stuck with ICBC for 6 December 12, 2024
ICBC said there are no claim backlogs or staffing shortages. "This was due to an administrative error, this isn't something that happens on a regular basis."
Amy Judd
Kelowna doctor donates proceeds from joke book to Prostate Cancer Foundation Canada December 12, 2024
To Dr. David Goldberg, laughter really is the best medicine.
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Newborn’s illness highlights pediatrician shortage in Kelowna December 12, 2024
A Kelowna father is speaking out about the pediatrician shortage at Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) after what he says was a terrifying situation over the weekend.
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$40K in designer bags, luxury goods stolen from Edmonton consignment store December 12, 2024
"You don't do this to businesses like us, where we are all small businesses trying to thrive," Owner Yardley Uy explained when she found dozens of her luxury goods went missing.
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B.C. semi driver faces drunk driving charges December 12, 2024
Police are recommending criminal charges of impaired driving against the driver of a semi truck that hit four vehicles in a Metro Vancouver city.
Globalnews Digital
City of Vancouver to probe investing in Bitcoin, accepting it as payment December 12, 2024
The motion won't mean the city is investing or accepting payment in cryptocurrency any time soon, but will instead direct staff to look into those possibilities.
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Family of Lyle, Marie McCann demand location of bodies as killer Travis Vader up for day parole December 12, 2024
'I think it's very important that he acknowledged his guilt. I think that's a critical component to becoming a full, active participant in our normal society,' said Brett McCann.
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14 Canadian gifts to give this holiday season December 12, 2024
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Golden Ears Park remains closed nearly 2 months after powerful storm December 12, 2024
The atmospheric river that struck B.C.'s South Coast in mid-October claimed four lives and led to extensive damage, including in Golden Ears Park.
Simon Little