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Holoride Launches In-Car VR Device For Any Vehicle
January 4, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
Welcome to the dawn of the ‘Motorverse.’ The 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) doesn’t technically start until tomorrow and we’re already hearing major news from the legendary trade show. Earlier today, in-car VR company holoride announced the launch of holoride retrofit, a new device capable of bringing “elastic content” to any vehicle. According to the […]
Here Are The Best-Selling Steam VR Games Of 2022
January 4, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
A good few of these titles are currently on sale as part of Steam’s Winter Sale. Earlier this week, the popular video game storefront Steam revealed its “top VR-exclusive experiences” of 2022. This year’s list features a variety of “classic” titles like GORN and I Expect You To Die as well as new experiences like […]
Chipotle Is Launching A Fitness-Inspired AR Experience
January 3, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
Complete exercises and read meditative prompts for a chance at some free guac. In an official release, Chipotle, the popular chain restaurant, announced that it has partnered with Snap Inc. to launch a new augmented reality (AR) Lens for the Snapchat app that will encourage you to get up and moving with a series of […]
This Futuristic VR Facemask Tracks Your Expressions
January 3, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
The low-cost device will be available for purchase in the US and Japan later this year. Say hello to X Mask, a new device described by the manufacturer as a “mask type sensing gadget.” Developed by Japanese startup Dolami, X Mask is capable of tracking your facial expressions in detail thanks to a series of incorporated […]
NASA Is Seeking Custom AR Solutions For Space Suits
December 31, 2022 by Bobby Carlton
The AR solution must be able to withstand radiation, dust, and extreme temperatures. NASA is exploring the idea of using augmented reality (AR) to help astronauts access important mission information and life-saving statistics that would be delivered through a heads-up display in their space suits in an effort to improve astronaut autonomy in real-time communication […]
Meta Unveils Its Meta Reality Mixed Reality System
December 27, 2022 by Bobby Carlton
Stereoscopic color passthrough, spatial anchoring, and scene understanding will deliver more realistic mixed reality experiences. According to Sarthak Ray, a product manager at Meta, the ability to see and interact with the world around you through mixed reality opens up new opportunities for VR. “You can play with friends in the same physical room or […]
10 VR Games & Apps Perfect For Newcomers
December 24, 2022 by Kyle Melnick
Many of these titles are on sale at the time of this writing, so you’ll want to move quickly. The holidays have finally arrived and with VR company’s offering killer deals on headsets like Meta Quest 2 and HTC Vive more people than ever are about to experience the magic of VR. The following are […]
Study Shows How VR Could Help Diagnose ADHD
December 22, 2022 by Kyle Melnick
ADHD currently affects roughly six percent of the world’s children. A group of researchers based out of Aalto University, Åbo Akademi Universit, and the University of Helsinki has developed a VR game that can supposedly help diagnose attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. The kid-friendly interactive experience uses a combination of machine learning and eye-tracking […]
Celebrate New Year’s Eve In VR With Shaquille O’Neal
December 20, 2022 by Kyle Melnick
The virtual event kicks off on December 31st at 3:30pm PST. It’s been a crazy year, so why not celebrate its end with an equally crazy New Year’s Eve countdown event hosted by NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal in VR? “The Shaq’tacular Spectacular” will feature an impressive lineup of big-name celebrity guests like Rob Gronkowski and […]
HTC’s VR/AR Headset Will Be Revealed At CES 2023
December 17, 2022 by Kyle Melnick
The mixed reality device will supposedly feature a lightweight design as well as support for hand-tracking. This week it was announced that HTC will be unveiling a new consumer-friendly VR headset next month during CES 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. First reported by The Verge, the all-in-one VR device is apparently being positioned as a […]

Knicks play the Raptors, aim for 4th straight win January 5, 2023
New York Knicks (21-18, sixth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Toronto Raptors (16-22, 12th in the Eastern Conference)
Antetokounmpo has season-high 21 rebounds, Bucks top Raptors January 5, 2023
TORONTO (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 30 points, 10 assists and a season-high 21 rebounds for his second triple-double of the season, Grayson Allen hit a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 11.6 seconds to go in overtime and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Toronto Raptors 104-101 on Wednesday night.
Raptors drop 104-101 OT loss to Bucks January 5, 2023
In what coach Nick Nurse called one of the craziest games of his career, the Toronto Raptors almost pulled off the unlikeliest of victories.
Amazon layoffs to exceed 18,000 corporate roles, CEO says amid ‘uncertain economy’ January 5, 2023
The layoff decisions, which Amazon will communicate starting Jan. 18, will largely impact the company's e-commerce and human-resources organizations, Andy Jassy said.
Lane closures planned on Ironworkers Memorial Bridge as ‘pothole’ repairs begin January 5, 2023
The damaged area on the southbound side of the bridge deck, initially reported as a pothole, cropped up late last week, and has become a traffic headache.
Simon Little
Toronto emergency services respond to multiple reports of pedestrians struck by vehicles January 5, 2023
Between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m., at least three pedestrians were reportedly injured, with police investigating one alleged hit-and-run.
Isaac Callan
Fatality inquiry report looking into death of Alberta girl known as Serenity released January 5, 2023
A fatality inquiry looking into the case of an Alberta girl who died while in care has been released, offering recommendations to prevent a similar case from unfolding again.
Phil Heidenreich
At least 12 cases of XBB 1.5 COVID-19 subvariant now confirmed in B.C. January 5, 2023
"There are obviously more cases than that, these are the tested cases, that have gone through whole genome sequencing," Adrian Dix said.
Simon Little
‘Cleaner on the street’: Inside an SRO hotel in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside January 5, 2023
"The bathrooms are in such a disgusting state, you wouldn't even want your dog to use them, to be honest. It's just gross."
Amy Judd
Canada defeats U.S. 6-2 in world juniors, advances to gold medal game January 5, 2023
Adam Fantilli scored the go-ahead goal in the second period and Thomas Milic was outstanding in making 43 saves as Canada fought back from an early 2-0 deficit to defeat the U.S.