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These AR Glasses Use AI To Make You More Likable
April 7, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
ChatGPT and augmented reality technology could save your butt during your next job interview. Those who’ve seen their fair share of romantic comedies are no doubt familiar with the classic earpiece conversation trope where one character, usually the romantic lead, is coached through an intimate conversation with their love interest by another character who feeds […]
Fruit Ninja VR 2 Fully Available Today On Quest, PC VR
April 6, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
A new weapon type and PVP multiplayer keep the nostalgic arcade game feeling fresh. After over a year in Early Access, Fruit Ninja VR 2 has officially launched on PC VR headsets via Steam as well as Meta Quest headsets, offering players a whole new lineup of immersive fruit-slicing challenges to enjoy. Fruit Ninja VR […]
Half-Life 2: VR Mod – Episode Two Is Available Now
April 6, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
The final chapter in Gordan Freeman’s epic saga can now be experienced in VR. In September 2022, the Source VR Mod Team released a VR mod for Half-Life 2, immersing players in Valve’s near-perfect first-person shooter game like never before. The mod introduced everything from full room-scale VR with support for motion controls to manual […]
How VR Technology Can Help Stop Wildfires
April 5, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
Intellic Technologies is just one company using immersive technology to train pilots. A new partnership sees wildland fire simulation software provider Becker Support Services team up with Anchor Flank & Pinch, a purveyor of ground and aerial firefighting training services, to form a new company, Intellic Technologies, dedicated to providing various organizations with safe and efficient […]
Become A Pirate Mercenary In This Comedic VR Game
April 5, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
Embark on a comic book-style adventure filled with arcade-style combat and puzzles. Since the premiere of the film Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, pirate-themed entertainment has enjoyed a resurgence in popularity, not unlike that of the zombie and horror genres. This extends not only to film & television but the […]
Sony’s New 3D Display Doesn’t Require Any Glasses
April 4, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
Sony announced a new addition to its growing lineup of Spatial Reality Displays. Available for purchase next month, the ELF-SR2 is a 27-inch 4K display that can supposedly deliver immersive 3D content without the need for additional hardware, such as augmented reality (AR) glasses or a VR headset. Compared to previous models, the ELF-SR2 features […]
VR Full-Motion Helicopter Flight Simulators Have Arrived
April 4, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
Can immersive technology help address the rising global pilot shortage? Loft Dynamics, previously referred to as VRM Switzerland, has unveiled what the company claims is the “world’s first” VR full-motion helicopter flight simulator qualified for use by an official national aviation regulator. Put simply, this device can be used as a legitimate tool for pilot […]
Fatboy Slim Hosted An Outrageous Dance Party In VR
April 4, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
The iconic English DJ just proved that virtual raves are here to stay. Last month, legendary electronic music artist Norman Cook, better known by his stage name “Fatboy Slim,” held what could be easily considered one of the most over-the-top and outright bizarre live performances of his career inside VR. Hosted on the virtual social […]
AI-Powered Golf Caddies Could Be Coming Soon To VR
April 3, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
The popular VR golf game GOLF+ is adding AI caddies powered by the same technology behind ChatGPT. Unless you’ve been living in a bomb shelter over the past few months, you know that it’s only a matter of time until our artificial intelligence (AI) overlords decide to rebel and enslave humanity. Seemingly magical programs such […]
Hot Wheels Mixed Reality RC Cars Are Now Available
April 2, 2023 by Kyle Melnick
It looks like mixed reality RC cars are here to stay. This past February, the popular toy manufacturer Mattel announced Hot Wheels: Rift Rally, a mixed reality game that combines real RC cars with digital effects and environments to immerse you in a fast-paced racing experience that turns your living room into a virtual race […]

Arrests made in ‘violent’ northwest Calgary home invasion April 8, 2023
Police have charged a man and woman they believe were responsible for a “violent home invasion” in a Calgary home invasion at the beginning of April.
Adam Toy
‘Dances With Wolves’ actor Nathan Chasing Horse sex abuse charges upheld, drug crime dropped April 8, 2023
A Nevada judge threw out a drug trafficking charge against Nathan Chasing Horse but upheld a Las Vegas grand jury's sweeping indictment on 18 sexual abuse-related felony crimes.
Charges laid in January hit and run of Calgary mom April 8, 2023
On January 19, Zain Samji was crossing in a marked crosswalk at 52 Street and 61 Avenue SE when she was hit, then run over by a vehicle.
Elissa Carpenter
Advocates call for more testing kits for xylazine April 8, 2023
"Because of these harmful adulterants being introduced, it's creating more overdose and destruction in the community.”
Adam Toy
Saskatoon patient in hospital for 10 months leaves for family-managed care April 8, 2023
Cory Kadlec has been in the hospital since June 11, 2022, after he had a seizure, according to his sister Tara Jo Kadlec.
Andrew Benson
Vancouver police release revised handcuffing policy April 8, 2023
According to police, the new policy will see police officers follow "strategic improvements" when it comes to using handcuffs.
Darrian Matassa-Fung
Kelowna business survey on impact of outreach centre draws response from mayor April 8, 2023
The 53-page survey said that most respondents have experienced verbal assault and threats of violence, and that 1 in 4 have experienced a physical assault.
Doyle Potenteau
Residents raise concern over condition of Westside Road April 8, 2023
Westside Road was once deemed one of the most dangerous roads in the province, and while some sections of roadway have seen improvements, some residents say it's still not enough.
Jayden Wasney
Name of new north Calgary high school honours Indigenous culture April 7, 2023
CBE said it gathered input on the name from a community survey, a naming committee and consulting an Indigenous Elder.
Adam Toy
Legion members speak out after cenotaph outside Museum of Surrey vandalized April 7, 2023
The City of Surrey told Global News it has the statue and is currently repairing the damages that it sustained during the vandalism.
Darrian Matassa-Fung