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Vuzix AR Swim Goggles Used For Tactical Scuba Diving
February 10, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
The Vuzix Smart Swim glasses can display valuable information to swimmers and divers while submerged. Vuzix, a company specializing in wearable augmented reality (AR) technology, recently conducted an experiment in collaboration with OPTAC-X and Kymeta Corporation during which its Vuzix Smart Swim glasses were used to perform a SATCOM-enabled AR scuba dive. According to an […]
This AR Monocle Device Is Designed To Be Hacked
February 9, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
Finally, a functional AR device that’s perfect for the opera. The augmented reality (AR) market is poised to explode over the next decade with companies such as Apple and Meta supposedly working on their own respective AR glasses for consumers. Then there’s Brilliant Monocle, a unique-looking AR device from Brilliant Labs designed to work with […]
This Unofficial Hogwarts Legacy VR Mod Looks Magical
February 9, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
“You’re a wizard, (insert name here).” Warner Bros. Games’ highly-anticipated Hogwarts Legacy game hasn’t even been officially released yet and modders are already hard at work bringing the action-adventure RPG to life in 6DoF VR. This week the popular VR modding community Flat2VR shared footage of a VR mod currently being developed using Praydog’s UE […]
Study Says Flirting In VR May Help Prevent Cheating
February 8, 2023 by Bobby Carlton
Is there anything immersive technology can’t do? Love conquers all, right? That’s true for most. However, in today’s complex society, it can be hard for some people to maintain a monogamous relationship. A harsh reality indeed, but it’s true. So true that Doron Friedman, a professor at the Sammy Ofer School, and Gurit Birnbaum, a […]
Netflix’s Squid Game Is Coming To Sandbox VR Arcades
February 8, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
Ever wonder how long you’d last in Squid Game? Now’s your chance. Sandbox VR, a leading provider of location-based VR experiences, is partnering with streaming giant Netflix to develop a “fully immersive” VR experience based on the hit South Korean television series Squid Game. According to Venture Beat, the multiplayer experience will pit players against […]
Hot Wheels Gets A Mixed Reality Racing Experience
February 7, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
Hot Wheels: Rift Rally arrives next month on iOS, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. Coming soon, Hot Wheels: Rift Rally is a new mixed reality experience from Mattel that combines physical RC cars with “over-the-top” virtual environments. According to an official release, the game is being developed by Velan Studios, the same team behind Mario […]
AR Technology Brings Formula 1 Into Your Living Room
February 7, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
This is the closest you’ll likely get to owning an F1 car. With the new season just around the corner, professional Formula 1 race teams have begun revealing the official liveries for their 2023 F1 cars. This includes Alfa Romeo—who this week unveiled a bold red-and-black design for its C43 race car. As part of […]
Half-Life 2: VR Mod – Episode One Coming March 2023
February 7, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
The Source VR Mod Team is back with year another highly-anticipated VR mod. This past September Half-Life 2: VR Mod launched on Steam, allowing players to immerse themselves in Valve’s iconic first-person shooter game like never before. In the official roadmap, the Source VR Mod Team teased eventual VR support for Half-Life 2: Episode One […]
Samsung & Google Partner To Develop New XR Tech
February 6, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
Qualcomm is also involved in the partnership. Last week Samsung held its half-annual Galaxy Unpacked event, during which the company revealed several updates regarding its lineup of Galaxy S23 hardware. That said, the most exciting news came towards the end of the presentation when Qualcomm CEO, Cristiano Amon, and Google SVP of Android, Hiroshi Lockheimer, […]
Avocados From Mexico Ad Campaign Features AR & AI
February 3, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
The “Always Good” experience will include a Super Bowl TV spot as well as a variety of digital activations powered by AR and AI technology. This coming week, the Kansas City Chiefs will be taking on the Philadelphia Eagles at Super Bowl LVII. If you’re anything like me, however, you’re far more interested in the […]

Humphrey and Mailloux lead London Knights over Guelph Storm February 12, 2023
The London Knights wrapped up six games in nine days with their 8th win in a row.
Mike Stubbs
Montana airspace reopened by U.S. FAA after radar anomaly prompts brief shutdown February 12, 2023
The FAA had issued a notice temporarily barring flights in an area about 50 by 50 nautical miles around Havre, Montana near the Canadian border.
Ukraine holds defense in Donetsk region as battles rage: top commander February 12, 2023
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other military officials have been on a diplomatic marathon in recent months trying to secure more Western weapons and fighter aircraft.
Bat exhibit in Kelowna, B.C. highlights dangers of deadly fungal disease February 12, 2023
The Okanagan Community Bat Program is asking residents to report any bat activity they see during winter and any sick or dead bats they find before May 31.
Jayden Wasney
Bolsonaro says he intends to return to Brazil in coming weeks February 12, 2023
The comment during an event at an evangelical church in Florida was the first time that Bolsonaro has made a statement in public about returning home.
“It’s been a very challenging night”: WFPS battles Main Street blaze February 12, 2023
An early morning fire on Main Street has destroyed three businesses and has forced several nearby residents to evacuate. Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service responded to reports of a fire at 843 Main Street around 2 a.m. Saturday morning. They arrived to find a commercial building ablaze. Firefighters closed Main Street to traffic and used aerial...
Iris Dyck
New billboard in West Kelowna, B.C. sparks outrage among many February 12, 2023
The billboard shows a cartoon woman, who appears to be a teacher, wearing a mask in front of a rainbow flag with a caption reading "What are your kids really learning in school?"
Victoria Femia
International Day of Women and Girls in Science celebrated in Saskatchewan February 12, 2023
Women make up 50 percent of Canada’s workforce and a recent study from 3M Canada showed that 83 per cent of women face barriers while pursuing STEM education.
Andrew Benson
Born in B.C., boozy creation selling well in U.S., but not available in Canada February 12, 2023
Hardpops is an alcohol-infused freezie, the idea of two Vancouver women. However, when they approached the liquor branch to first sell it in B.C., they were turned down.
Doyle Potenteau
Regina residents take on the chilly polar plunge February 12, 2023
The 7th annual fundraising event, in support of Special Olympics Saskatchewan, ran on Saturday in partnership with the ongoing Frost festival.
Andrew Benson