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The 3 Reasons BlackBerry Failed Spectacularly—and Why They Might Rise Again

August 18, 2021August 18, 2021Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Once upon a time, it was hard to look beyond BlackBerry in the smartphone market. At the beginning of the 2010s, its dominance in this area was undisputed, but things soon changed. Today, BlackBerry has fallen almost entirely off the smartphone radar. Even introducing its BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) platform to the App Store after the […]

Dropbox Acquires DocSend as Remote Working Continues to Rise

March 9, 2021Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

After acquiring HelloSign in 2019, Dropbox has now added DocSend to its arsenal of documentation apps in a $ 165 Million deal. DocSend already has over 17,000 customers and given the reputation of Dropbox, more are likely to be on their way. Dropbox Adds DocSend to Its Ecosystem With DocSend under its belt, Dropbox will […]

The Rise and Fall of Pepe the Frog as an Internet Meme

December 12, 2020December 12, 2020Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Memes are a huge part of our cultural landscape. These images convey many emotions like happiness and common personality traits like introversion. Memes are also designed to make us laugh, but what happens when a meme becomes a symbol for intolerance? This is what happened to Pepe the Frog, who was an innocent comic strip character until his name […]

The Rise and Fall of Quibi: What Went Wrong? | MakeUseOf

October 29, 2020October 29, 2020Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Quibi’s launch was surrounded by hype, and it was poised to be the hottest new streaming service. But less than a year after launch, the company has announced its end of life. So what was Quibi, how did it get started, and why did it fail? Let’s take a look at Quibi’s history to see […]

When Did Apple Become Popular? A Brief History of the Rise of Apple

June 22, 2020June 22, 2020Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

The rise of Apple perhaps lies in the company’s 1997-2002 slogan: “Think different”. While not always heralded as a success, it comes from great vision in the face of increasing competition. While many of us own Apple products, few know the company’s history. When did Apple start and how successful was the company at first? […]

Netflix Suffers Price Rise Shock, Microsoft Confirms Xbox S Release… [Tech News Digest]

July 19, 2016July 19, 2016Rudy Deighton Delta Media

Netflix suffers due to recent price rise, Microsoft teases the new Xbox S, Netflix nabs the new series of Star Trek, become a Jedi using your Vive, and watch a live-action version of Futurama. Netflix Users Reject That Price Hike Netflix has discovered that consumers don’t like it when companies increase the price of services. […]

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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