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Microsoft’s Latest Attack Ad Rips Into the iPad Pro

April 12, 2021Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

It might be 2021, but to someone in Microsoft’s marketing department it may as well be the 1990s all over again. That’s because the Redmond, Washington-based company is slamming Apple products in its new ads—harking back to the time when Microsoft and Apple were headed up by fierce rivals Bill Gates and Steve Jobs, rather […]

Swatch Wins Latest Battle to Trademark Steve Jobs’ "One More Thing"

March 29, 2021Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

One of Apple co-founder and former CEO Steve Jobs’ most famous phrases, “One more thing,” is the subject of a lawsuit between Apple and Swiss watchmaker Swatch Group AG. Despite the phrase being readily associated with Jobs, Swatch took steps to trademark the words several years ago, which had the effect of ruffling feathers at […]

Acer’s Latest Chromebooks Are Made for Performance and Productivity

June 28, 2020June 28, 2020Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

If you’re after an affordable laptop for work or college, a Chromebook is often your best bet. Google’s lightweight Chrome OS, a modified version of the Chrome web browser, is ideal for mid-range laptops. Acer is no stranger to these devices, having produced some of the best Chromebooks on the market. At a live-streamed press […]

Lenovo Launches the Latest ThinkPad Business Laptops for 2020

March 2, 2020March 2, 2020Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

There was once a time when ThinkPad computers were synonymous with laptops. Although IBM sold the brand to Lenovo back in 2005, the ThinkPad has continued to be one of the most reliable and successful productivity-focused laptop ranges around. With that in mind, Lenovo recently announced its refreshed ThinkPad lineup for 2020. As you’d expect, […]

How to Update Your Raspberry Pi to the Latest Raspbian OS

February 11, 2020February 11, 2020Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Need to update your Raspberry Pi to the latest version of Raspbian, but can’t work out how to do it? Here are four ways to get the latest Raspbian on your own device right now! Why You Need to Update Raspbian Released in September 2019, Raspbian Buster is based on Debian Buster and has had […]

For the Latest in Tech Trends, Follow MakeUseOf’s IFA Coverage (Sep 4-8)

August 26, 2019August 26, 2019Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

IFA is Europe’s equivalent to CES in Las Vegas. MakeUseOf will report from the Berlin-based consumer electronics show from September 4 to 8. You can expect to see new TVs, laptops, headphones, smartphones, drones, and smart home products. What Is IFA? Originally launched in Berlin, Germany in 1924, IFA (Internationale Funkausstellung; international radio exhibit) is […]

Reality TV Meets The Metaverse In This Interesting New Project
May 19, 2022 by Kyle Melnick
Welcome to The Real World: Metaverse Edition. Earlier this week, virtual production studio Dark Slope, developer of the mixed reality game The Bogey Ogre, announced that it has partnered with Canadian production company Insight Productions to develop a new form of “experiential television” that will blend metaverse technology with the reality TV genre. The ‘Hyperreality […]
Metaverse School Teaches Kids How To Code For VR/AR
May 19, 2022 by Bobby Carlton
Camp K12 is helping educate the next generation of VR, AR, and metaverse creators. It seems as though every industry is investing in the growing metaverse trend. Nike successfully launched Nikeland, Mcdonald’s is dropping hints regarding a potential metaverse restaurant, and banks are investing in digital twins. Even the military is creating their own Metaverse […]
VR Dungeon Crawler Demeo Is Adding Paintable Miniatures
May 18, 2022 by Kyle Melnick
There’s never been a better time to be a tabletop gamer. Originally released on Meta Quest and PC VR headsets back in 2021, Demeo is an addicting VR dungeon crawler with an old-school vibe. Brought to us by developer Resolution Games, the turn-based multiplayer experience has you teaming up with friends to battle hordes of […]
Google Wants To Deliver World-Scale AR Using Google Maps
May 18, 2022 by Bobby Carlton
Google Maps is getting a major upgrade. During Google’s 2-hour long 2022 I/O event last week, the company made a number of exciting announcements, including the reveal of a new mid-tier phone as well as a pair of AR glasses capable of translating multiple languages in real-time. Google also revealed world-scale AR experiences for Google […]
The Apple Car Could Feature VR Technology And No Windows
May 17, 2022 by Kyle Melnick
Who needs windows when you have VR? *UPDATE [5/18/22]: The article has been updated to correct information regarding the patent’s publishing date.* It was back in 2014 that Apple first began the development of its own automotive vehicle. After years of radio silence, reports began circulating that the company had switched gears and was now […]
This Motion Simulator Lets You ‘Walk’ In VR While Sitting IRL
May 17, 2022 by Kyle Melnick
A VR motion sim designed for gaming, multimedia entertainment, and workplace productivity. SitWalk is a new VR motion simulator from VR hardware and software company Mr. Art Digital Technology that allows you to move naturally throughout the virtual world from a seated position. The device promises to enhance existing VR games while simultaneously reducing motion […]
Left 4 Dead 2 VR Mod Features Full Motion Controls
May 16, 2022 by Kyle Melnick
“Maybe the helicopter… maybe it’s made of chocolate…” Despite having been released all the way back in 2009, Valve’s multiplayer zombie game Left 4 Dead 2 maintains a cult-like following thanks to its addicting gameplay loop and revolutionary “AI Director,” which rewards players for taking risks while penalizing those who intentionally stall the game. So […]
How To Play Quake III Arena In VR On The Meta Quest
May 16, 2022 by Kyle Melnick
A gaming classic makes its way to VR for the first time. A new mod allows you to play iD Software’s 1999 multiplayer first-person shooter Quake III Arena in VR on the Meta Quest. Brought to us by Team Beef, the same group behind popular VR mods for DOOM and Return to Castle Wolfenstein, Quake […]
Artist Carrie Able Believes VR/AR Will Help Drive Collaboration
May 15, 2022 by Bobby Carlton
The popular artist says XR technology will allow more people to explore their creativity in exciting new ways. Carrie Able is an internationally known XR artist whose work peels back the layers of where art and XR intersect to uncover an unexplored space of creativity that blends VR sculptures, oil painting, and coding. The outcome […]
AT&T Is Bringing AR Content To Live Sports Games
May 14, 2022 by Bobby Carlton
No more having to look up at the jumbotron during live games to see stats. AR sports entertainment company Quintar and AT&T are partnering to change the way you watch live sports by allowing you access to AR content in arenas and sports venues as the games are being played using AT&T 5G network. The fan […]

Mike Smith will be back in net for Edmonton Oilers in Game 2 against Flames May 19, 2022
Mike Smith will start in goal for the Edmonton Oilers Friday night in Game 2 of their series against the Calgary Flames.
Reid Wilkins
Williston Basin Petroleum Conference is back in Regina May 19, 2022
Despite calls from the oil industry, no incentives were given for enhanced oil recovery where carbon is captured and pumped into older oil wells to pull out more oil.
Aishwarya Dudha
Vancouver police officer charged with assault over 2019 incident near Strathcona Park May 19, 2022
The BC Prosecution Service confirmed the charge against Const. Simrit Roycombough in relation to the June 9, 2019 incident on Thursday.
Simon Little
London, Ont. police recorded 56% jump in hate-related crimes, incidents in 2021: report May 19, 2022
According to police in London, Ont., 146 hate-related occurrences were reported to them in 2021, an increase of 56 per cent from 2020 and 139 per cent from 2019.
Matthew Trevithick
Advance voting locations now open in Hamilton ahead of June 2 Ontario election May 19, 2022
A spokesperson for Elections Ontario says advanced polls will be open for 10 days, instead of the 5 days seen in the 2018 provincial election.
Don Mitchell
Province warns of high wind effect, ice pileup along Manitoba lakes Friday May 19, 2022
Wave action could also temporarily rise water levels, the province says.
Shane Gibson
New Blue and Ontario Party candidates appear on all Kingston-area ballots May 19, 2022
Ontario residents will notice some new party names on the ballot this election. There is currently a New Blue and Ontario Party candidate in all Kingston-area ridings.
Megan King
Bumpy Southern Interior roads to be rejuvenated May 19, 2022
“Resurfacing projects provide good-paying jobs, protect our vital transportation corridors and ensure people and emergency services can get where they need to go.”
Kathy Michaels
SGI mails out first batch of vehicle insurance rebate cheques May 19, 2022
SGI says customers will receive a $100 rebate for each vehicle they had registered as of March 29 of this year, as long as it isn't a snowmobile or trailer.
Aishwarya Dudha
Man, 30, arrested in connection with Brampton carjacking: police May 19, 2022
In a press release, Peel Regional Police said on May 14, at 9:30 a.m., a victim was pumping gas at a gas station in the Bramalea Road and Bovaird Drive area.
Hannah Jackson