Update 03/20/2021 4:50pm ET: Volkswagen’s U.S. operations reportedly won’t change its name to Voltswagen, despite a statement issued earlier today that the automaker would change its name. According to Reuters, three sources “briefed on the matter” told the publication that the Voltswagen name change was a marketing stunt. The goal was to draw attention to Volkswagen’s electric … [Read more...] about Voltswagen is dead, welcome back Volkswagen [Update]
Rumoured OnePlus Nord SE is reportedly cancelled
A new report indicates that OnePlus Nord SE is being cancelled. This news comes from Max Jambor, who was the original leaker of the device. Jambor says he’s unclear why the phone is no longer coming to market, but he has shared an illustration of what the phone’s packaging would have looked like. The packaging was allegedly made by the designer, Joshua Vides, and the … [Read more...] about Rumoured OnePlus Nord SE is reportedly cancelled
Niantic unveils new 5G-powered AR multiplayer game demo
Pokémon Go developer Niantic has showed off a demo for a new 5G-powered augmented reality (AR) multiplayer game called Codename: Urban Legends. Niantic says the idea behind the game is that groups of people can take part in a “deeply immersive, highly social AR experience” in person. In real-time, players can cast magic spells to blast monsters and rescue mythical … [Read more...] about Niantic unveils new 5G-powered AR multiplayer game demo
Montreal-based Airports Council International launches COVID-19 guidance in Apple Maps
Airports Council International (ACI), which is headquartered in Montreal, has announced its world airport COVID-19 health measures data will now be displayed in Apple Maps. The non-profit organization represents the world’s airports. It notes that travellers will now be able to easily access airport health guidance and help prevent the spread of COVID-19. “Now iPhone, iPad, and … [Read more...] about Montreal-based Airports Council International launches COVID-19 guidance in Apple Maps
Chrome OS bug could let anyone use Guest mode to view Wi-Fi logs, learn location history
A bug in the way Chrome OS stores logs of Wi-Fi networks could reveal your location history to anyone with physical access to your Chromebook. The Verge reported on the bug, which was brought to them by the Committee on Liberatory Information Technology, a tech collective which includes several former Googlers. Further, a Google spokesperson informed The Verge that the company … [Read more...] about Chrome OS bug could let anyone use Guest mode to view Wi-Fi logs, learn location history
HBO’s The Last of Us TV series will shoot in Calgary
HBO’s TV series based on Naughty Dog’s critically acclaimed The Last of Us video game will start production in Calgary, Alberta this July, according to a Director’s Guild of Canada listing. The guild lists The Last of Us as starting production in the city on July 5th and wrapping on June 8th, 2022, says the CBC. Interestingly, Alberta Premier Jason Kenney held a Facebook … [Read more...] about HBO’s The Last of Us TV series will shoot in Calgary
Kumon or Montessori? It may depend on your politics, according to new study of 8,500 parents
Whether parents prefer a conformance-oriented or independence-oriented supplemental education program for their children depends on political ideology, according to a study of more than 8,500 American parents by a research team from Rice University and the University of Texas at San Antonio. "Conservative parents have a higher need for structure, which drives their preference … [Read more...] about Kumon or Montessori? It may depend on your politics, according to new study of 8,500 parents
Netflix targeting net zero greenhouse gas emissions in 2022
Netflix has committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by the end of 2022. This means the company aims to either emit no greenhouse gas emissions or offset its emissions by various means. Further, Netflix says it plans to cut emissions from its operations and electricity use by 45 percent by 2030. To help with all of that that, Netflix says it’s joined a research … [Read more...] about Netflix targeting net zero greenhouse gas emissions in 2022
Fortnite is headed in the ‘primal’ route with latest update
The latest Fortnite update has brought a lot of changes to the 100-player island. From the addition of raptors to quality of life changes such as nerfing overpowered weapons, Epic is on the right track to make this its best season yet. Fortnite’s version ‘16.10 update’ dropped at 4am ET Tuesday. There’s something else hatching on the Island… Raptors are ready to challenge your … [Read more...] about Fortnite is headed in the ‘primal’ route with latest update
Apple TV app featuring $0.99 Canadian movies every week until Canada Day
Telefilm Canada has partnered with Apple to promote Canadian films on the Apple TV app. From March 30th to July 5th, the Apple TV app will have a ‘Canadian Movie of the Week’ that can be rented $0.99 CAD. Here are the films that will be featured in the Apple TV-exclusive weekly initiative: The Rest of Us (March 30 to April 5th) Les Boys (April 6th to 12th) Wander (April 13th … [Read more...] about Apple TV app featuring $0.99 Canadian movies every week until Canada Day