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More details about Apple’s rumoured mixed reality headset have emerged from a research note published by reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Obtained by 9to5Mac, the research note claims Apple is working on a hybrid ultra-short focal length lens for the headset. Apple reportedly wants to reduce the weight of the headset and keep it under 150 grams. For context, many existing virtual … [Read more...] about Apple’s rumoured mixed reality headset to use ultra-short focal length lenses: report

Disney has announced that Marvel’s Black Widow will release simultaneously on Disney+ and in theatres on July 9th. The Scarlett Johansson-led superhero film was originally set to release in theatres in May 2020 before being delayed multiple times due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The new July release is the most recent delay, following a previously scheduled May 7th, 2021 … [Read more...] about Marvel’s Black Widow releasing on July 9 on Disney+ and in theatres

Virgin Mobile currently offers up to $40 in monthly credits on its home internet plans, which means you can get 100Mbps download speeds for just $40 per month. Spotted by RedFlagDeals (RFD), the Bell flanker brand offers credits on all three of its home internet packages. It’s worth noting that all three plans offer 10Mbps upload speed and the bill credit applies for 12 months. … [Read more...] about Virgin Mobile offering up to $40 bill credit for 12 months on home internet plans

Following up the 2021 Taycan, Porsche is now rolling out several software improvements to last year’s model. The major changes primarily relate to charging. There’s a new mode that allows you to charge at a slower 200kW rate to reduce battery degradation over time. There’s also a new route mode in the Porsche app that aims to help you better plan how much battery you have once … [Read more...] about Porsche’s 2020 Taycan updates bring battery improvements and more

If you’re looking for an incentive to purchase Nintendo’s Switch Lite, Amazon Canada is offering a decent deal. If you purchase the Switch Lite from Amazon, you’ll also get a $25 gift card for the online retailer. This isn’t the most significant promotion ever, but Nintendo consoles and games rarely ever go on sale. The extra $25 could easily help you get a case or a … [Read more...] about Nintendo’s Switch Lite comes with free $25 gift card on Amazon Canada

To help celebrate the arrival of spring, The Source is offering several solid deals in its latest weekly flyer. Most of the deals last until the 31st, but some end slightly earlier. For instance, you can get a $25 gift card with the purchase of a Switch Lite, but only until March 24th. Both of these UE speakers are great and I’ve reviewed them positively in the past, including … [Read more...] about The Source is offering great deals on Bluetooth speakers and more until March 31st

Facebook has announced that its F8 developer conference will return this year on June 2nd as a virtual event. The social media giant cancelled the conference last year amid concerns regarding COVID-19. Facebook says this year’s event is focused on enabling developers to grow. “We want to bring F8 back to its roots: a place to celebrate, inspire and help developers grow. We’re … [Read more...] about Facebook bringing back F8 as a virtual one-day event on June 2

Apple has boosted its educational offerings for students and teachers with several updates to its existing programs and some new features. The largest new feature is a platform for teachers called the ‘Apple Teacher Portfolio’ that trains educators to get the most out of Apple’s devices. Once a teacher completes all nine lessons, they can share their portfolios online with … [Read more...] about Apple updates education platform for teachers and students

There’s Netflix, Crave, Prime Video, Disney+, Out TV, Britbox, Apple TV+, CBC Gem, Britbox, and plenty of other streaming services in Canada, but you might not have heard of Tubi. Tubi is an American streaming service that’s owned by Fox. The platform is completely free, but plays short ad breaks at 12-15 minute intervals, similar to standard TV. The app is available on more … [Read more...] about Here’s what’s coming to Fox’s streaming service Tubi in April 2021

Rogers and Fido are increasing their daily roaming prices in the U.S. for Rogers Roam Like Home and Fido Roam at the end of the month. The U.S. daily roaming option, which currently costs $8 per day, will increase to $10 per day starting March 29, 2021, according to the carriers’ websites. Under the ‘travelling to the U.S.’ section on Rogers’ Roam Like Home pricing page, the … [Read more...] about Rogers and Fido increasing U.S. daily roaming prices on March 29