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Canada’s Tek Gear Inc. is offering a free virtual reality headset to anyone who wants one — as long as they pick up the shipping charges. “We’ve been in the VR business for over 24... News VR & AR Tek Gear MORE
Gelfond said via press release that Cineplex, “has led the way in expanding the IMAX network across Canada and is now the first to launch an IMAX VR Center in the country. IMAX announced today a new partnership with Canadian theater chain Cineplex to bring an IMAX VR Center to the Scotiabank Theater in Toronto. As part of the deal, IMAX will also install auditoriums at one other cinema in Toronto, and one in Regina, Saskatchewan. IMAX CEO Richard L. MORE
Microsoft Stores across the US and Canada are now hosting free HoloLens demos, so you can finally see what the hubbub is all about. CANADA. The post Microsoft Now Hosts Free HoloLens Demos Across US & Canada appeared first on Road to VR. MORE
Art & Science Experiences Q&A brian sharp canada creativity medium professional sculptingThe The post Brian Sharp Talks Next Steps For Facebook’s Sculpting Software appeared first on UploadVR. MORE
HTC Vive Games News Oculus Rift Games Photogrammetry SteamVR Games VR Games photogrammetry photogrammetry vr realities realities Terres d'Exploration Terres d'Exploration Uncharted Canada MORE
Telefilm & Canada Media Fund’s cool campaign to promote the Canadian Virtual Reality intiatives at #MIPTV! A big thank you to Mtl-based Vrvana for the fantastic custom-made headsets! – Telefilm Canada #eyeoncanada Wearing headsets custom designed by Vrvana, Telefilm Canada was out on the streets of Cannes today promoting […]. Aliens on the red carpet? MORE
entertainment Experiences canada ctrlv VR arcadeRecently UploadVR posted an in-depth feature on how The post CtrlV Opens First Vive VR Arcade In North America appeared first on UploadVR. MORE
The car operating system would be built at least partially in Canada, Bloomberg reported. The new report states that Apple has “dozens of software engineers in Canada building a car operating system.” Virtual reality is being used to test Apple’s self-driving vehicle. MORE
He reveals he’s also in advanced discussions with various embassies from countries such as the UK,Canada,Australia,Ireland Israel about mutual exchange programs. MORE
The team behind the Oculus Rift is gearing up to significantly expand its reach, announcing today that the VR headset will be available in Canada and Europe starting on September 20. Archive Canada europe gaming oculus rift virtual reality vr MORE
Don’t get too excited yet, though: for now, as part of a global test pilot, the VR kitchen experience is only being demoed at the IKEA Etobicoke store in Ontario, Canada. The post IKEA Canada Lets You Flip Pancakes in VR appeared first on VRScout. MORE
Virtro Entertainment – the female-led VR indie game studio out of Vancouver, Canada, today announced the release of Run Dorothy Run – an immersive endless-runner and rhythm VR game, with a cheeky take on the classic novel, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz." MORE
TPCast, the wireless transmitter first launched for Vive , is going to be arriving in few different regions soon including US, Canada, and much of the European Union. Launching pre-orders quietly yesterday afternoon in the US and Canada, TPCast for Rift pre-orders ran out almost immediately. MORE
VR Chuckwagon Racing Stampedes Into Canada via @VRScout [link] [link] — allthingsvr (@allthingsvr) July 24, 2017. virtual reality augmented reality vr ar MORE
Unity Technologies is organizing series of events in US and Canada to talk to young women who are curious about careers in game development. The company behind the popular Unity game platform engine used to develop video... Briefs VR & AR Unity MORE
Our new Samsung Experience Store at CF Toronto Eaton Centre is, simply, unlike anything we’ve ever launched before in Canada,” said Patricia Heath, Vice President, Retail Excellence, Samsung Canada. News Canada Gear 360 Gear VR Samsung Samsung Experience Store Toronto MORE
Beyond the Wall is launching first in English in the US, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, the UK, and Canada. HTC today announced that a VR experience based on HBO’s hit TV series Game of Thrones is set to launch exclusively on Viveport Infinity starting tomorrow, supporting Vive and Rift. MORE
The VR experience developed for HTC Vive and Samsung Gear is part of marketing partnership to promote The Last Jedi and will be in Nissan dealerships in the US, Mexico, and Canada very soon. MORE
Microsoft Hololens (Developer version) has been available in the US and Canada since March for $3,000. However, this has left out many other parts of the world. MORE
The Government of Canada announced this week that it has awarded a $1.1 The contract comes as part of the Canadian government’s Build in Canada Innovation Program, which has seen over $126 million invested in 285 contracts since 2010. “Bluedrop is extremely happy that the Build in Canada Innovation Program recognizes and supports the innovative capabilities of our company,” said Jean-Claude Siew, Vice President, Technology & Simulation at Bluedrop. MORE
Various retailers in the USA, UK, Canada are offering the headset (and controllers) for a reduced price this week. Canada. In Canada, Amazon CA and Best Buy are offering the bundle at C$449 (C$80 off). Didn’t get a chance to pick up an Oculus Rift in the Christmas sales? The discount will continue over the weekend. The Rift’s regular price is $399 / £399 / C$529. In the USA, the discounted price is $349 ($50 off). MORE
Virtro Entertainment – the female-led VR indie game studio out of Vancouver, Canada, today announced that Run Dorothy Run – an immersive endless-runner and rhythm VR game, with a cheeky take on the classic novel, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz." MORE
Today I’ve attended my first lecture at View Conference : the Masterclass “Artist-Driven Immersive Work” by Eloi Champagne and Martin Viau, of the National Film Board of Canada. virtual reality canada cardboard nfb storytelling tips view conference vr MORE
If you’re in the UK or Canada, the Oculus Rift seemingly just got cheaper. The price is now listed as £349 in the UK and C$449 in Canada Oculus website. Tagged with: 2019 , facebook , oculus rift , pc vr , price cut Facebook Twitter Reddit More The post Oculus Rift Price Seemingly Cut In UK & Canada, Now £349 / C$449 appeared first on UploadVR. Previously the price was £399 / $529. MORE
This conversation took place at the Symposium iX conference at the Society for Arts and Technology in Montreal, Canada. MORE
So you can imagine my shock when Alberta, Canada’s annual Calgary Stampede festival announced that this years attractions will include a multi-player VR chuckwagon racing experience. The post VR Chuckwagon Racing Stampedes Into Canada appeared first on VRScout. MORE
Students in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada are refining a new technology that allows clinicians to see inside a patient’s body using augmented reality. MORE
Stretching from Alaska through Canada and Scandinavia all the way to the Pacific coast of Russia, The unique ecosystem of the Great Northern Forest circles the planet and plays a vital role in preventing climate change. MORE
Among other notable studios, the location boasts gaming giant Electronic Arts Canada – the powerhouse behind the NHL, NBA, and FIFA franchises – and employs nearly 17,000 workers in the 3D industry. investment goes further in Canada. I’m originally from Canada. MORE
TPCast, the eponymous company producing a wireless VR transmitter, is now offering its HTC Vive-specific device for pre-order in US and Canada. Now the wireless transmitter, a battery-powered device that lets you go cable free, is available for pre-oder in the US and Canada starting today. MORE
Madonna recorded her volumetric capture performances at a studio in London; meanwhile, a company in Canada produced the digital assets for the various AR weather effects. Volumetric capture adds a layer of depth to the pop legends latest performance. MORE
There have been many promotions by Google and other companies to send out free Google Cardboard VR headsets. I got really excited about the Star Wars one last year, but despite getting signed up, mine never arrived. Thankfully, if you haven't been able to get in on one of these promos, there is still a way to get your own, … Continue reading. Archive google google cardboard virtual reality vr MORE
The experience will be available in English in the USA, UK, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina. HBO is launching an official Game of Thrones VR experience tomorrow. Called ‘Beyond The Wall’, the experience will be exclusive to HTC’s Viveport Infinity subscription service. Viveport is HTC’s VR app store, similar to the Oculus Store. It isn’t exclusive to HTC hardware however, it also officially supports Oculus Rift headsets. MORE
During the talk of the National Film Board of Canada at View Conference 2018 , the speakers Eloi Champagne and Martin Viau talked about one of the experiences they have developed, called Museum of Symmetry , that was like a cartoon in virtual reality. Image by National Film Board of Canada). MORE
Their other location in Canada features virtual reality through a relationship with Canada’s first virtual reality arcade brand, CTRL V , using their proprietary VR arcade platform with HTC Vives. Hyper-reality has officially landed in Toronto as today marks the opening of the newest VOID Experience Centre in the fourth largest city in North America and a popular tourist destination. MORE
Stepping up to that challenge is Canada-based indie team, Red Meat Games, formed of developers that have worked on the likes of Eternal Darkness and Metal Gear Solid: The post Exclusive: Take Flight and Throw Cars with VR Superhero Sim, First Impact appeared first on UploadVR. MORE
Soon you’ll be able to walk into a regular store in Europe and Canada and pick up an Oculus Rift headset, according to a tweet from the company’s CEO Brendan Iribe. Rift hits retail in Europe and Canada Sept 20, in-store Touch demos begin in October. MORE
Toronto-based VR Agency MetaVRse has launched as Canada’s first full-service Virtual Reality agency. MORE
Canada Related Topics The Ghost Howls
OCTOBER 22, 2018
Today I’ve attended my first lecture at View Conference : the Masterclass “Artist-Driven Immersive Work” by Eloi Champagne and Martin Viau, of the National Film Board of Canada. virtual reality canada cardboard nfb storytelling tips view conference vr
VRScout
JULY 23, 2017
So you can imagine my shock when Alberta, Canada’s annual Calgary Stampede festival announced that this years attractions will include a multi-player VR chuckwagon racing experience. The post VR Chuckwagon Racing Stampedes Into Canada appeared first on VRScout.
VRScout
APRIL 7, 2017
Our new Samsung Experience Store at CF Toronto Eaton Centre is, simply, unlike anything we’ve ever launched before in Canada,” said Patricia Heath, Vice President, Retail Excellence, Samsung Canada. News Canada Gear 360 Gear VR Samsung Samsung Experience Store Toronto
Road to VR
JULY 15, 2018
Microsoft Stores across the US and Canada are now hosting free HoloLens demos, so you can finally see what the hubbub is all about. CANADA. The post Microsoft Now Hosts Free HoloLens Demos Across US & Canada appeared first on Road to VR.
VRScout
MARCH 17, 2017
Don’t get too excited yet, though: for now, as part of a global test pilot, the VR kitchen experience is only being demoed at the IKEA Etobicoke store in Ontario, Canada. The post IKEA Canada Lets You Flip Pancakes in VR appeared first on VRScout.
Road to VR
AUGUST 18, 2016
Soon you’ll be able to walk into a regular store in Europe and Canada and pick up an Oculus Rift headset, according to a tweet from the company’s CEO Brendan Iribe. Rift hits retail in Europe and Canada Sept 20, in-store Touch demos begin in October.
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Slashgear
AUGUST 16, 2016
The team behind the Oculus Rift is gearing up to significantly expand its reach, announcing today that the VR headset will be available in Canada and Europe starting on September 20. Archive Canada europe gaming oculus rift virtual reality vr
Cats and VR
JUNE 29, 2016
Toronto-based VR Agency MetaVRse has launched as Canada’s first full-service Virtual Reality agency.
UploadVR
AUGUST 25, 2017
Gelfond said via press release that Cineplex, “has led the way in expanding the IMAX network across Canada and is now the first to launch an IMAX VR Center in the country. IMAX announced today a new partnership with Canadian theater chain Cineplex to bring an IMAX VR Center to the Scotiabank Theater in Toronto. As part of the deal, IMAX will also install auditoriums at one other cinema in Toronto, and one in Regina, Saskatchewan. IMAX CEO Richard L.
AllThingsVR
JULY 24, 2017
VR Chuckwagon Racing Stampedes Into Canada via @VRScout [link] [link] — allthingsvr (@allthingsvr) July 24, 2017. virtual reality augmented reality vr ar
UploadVR
JUNE 27, 2017
Their other location in Canada features virtual reality through a relationship with Canada’s first virtual reality arcade brand, CTRL V , using their proprietary VR arcade platform with HTC Vives. Hyper-reality has officially landed in Toronto as today marks the opening of the newest VOID Experience Centre in the fourth largest city in North America and a popular tourist destination.
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The Ghost Howls
OCTOBER 28, 2018
During the talk of the National Film Board of Canada at View Conference 2018 , the speakers Eloi Champagne and Martin Viau talked about one of the experiences they have developed, called Museum of Symmetry , that was like a cartoon in virtual reality. Image by National Film Board of Canada).
Road to VR
APRIL 10, 2018
HTC Vive Games News Oculus Rift Games Photogrammetry SteamVR Games VR Games photogrammetry photogrammetry vr realities realities Terres d'Exploration Terres d'Exploration Uncharted Canada
Slashgear
MAY 11, 2016
There have been many promotions by Google and other companies to send out free Google Cardboard VR headsets. I got really excited about the Star Wars one last year, but despite getting signed up, mine never arrived. Thankfully, if you haven't been able to get in on one of these promos, there is still a way to get your own, … Continue reading. Archive google google cardboard virtual reality vr
UploadVR
JUNE 1, 2016
entertainment Experiences canada ctrlv VR arcadeRecently UploadVR posted an in-depth feature on how The post CtrlV Opens First Vive VR Arcade In North America appeared first on UploadVR.
UploadVR
JUNE 30, 2016
Art & Science Experiences Q&A brian sharp canada creativity medium professional sculptingThe The post Brian Sharp Talks Next Steps For Facebook’s Sculpting Software appeared first on UploadVR.
Vrvana
APRIL 5, 2016
Telefilm & Canada Media Fund’s cool campaign to promote the Canadian Virtual Reality intiatives at #MIPTV! A big thank you to Mtl-based Vrvana for the fantastic custom-made headsets! – Telefilm Canada #eyeoncanada Wearing headsets custom designed by Vrvana, Telefilm Canada was out on the streets of Cannes today promoting […]. Aliens on the red carpet?
VRWorld
FEBRUARY 16, 2018
The Government of Canada announced this week that it has awarded a $1.1 The contract comes as part of the Canadian government’s Build in Canada Innovation Program, which has seen over $126 million invested in 285 contracts since 2010. “Bluedrop is extremely happy that the Build in Canada Innovation Program recognizes and supports the innovative capabilities of our company,” said Jean-Claude Siew, Vice President, Technology & Simulation at Bluedrop.
VRWorld
JANUARY 28, 2018
Students in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada are refining a new technology that allows clinicians to see inside a patient’s body using augmented reality.
VRCircle
OCTOBER 17, 2016
Microsoft Hololens (Developer version) has been available in the US and Canada since March for $3,000. However, this has left out many other parts of the world.
Road to VR
DECEMBER 12, 2017
TPCast, the wireless transmitter first launched for Vive , is going to be arriving in few different regions soon including US, Canada, and much of the European Union. Launching pre-orders quietly yesterday afternoon in the US and Canada, TPCast for Rift pre-orders ran out almost immediately.
VRScout
OCTOBER 25, 2016
The car operating system would be built at least partially in Canada, Bloomberg reported. The new report states that Apple has “dozens of software engineers in Canada building a car operating system.” Virtual reality is being used to test Apple’s self-driving vehicle.
Tech Trends VR
MARCH 17, 2019
He reveals he’s also in advanced discussions with various embassies from countries such as the UK,Canada,Australia,Ireland Israel about mutual exchange programs.
Road to VR
NOVEMBER 8, 2017
TPCast, the eponymous company producing a wireless VR transmitter, is now offering its HTC Vive-specific device for pre-order in US and Canada. Now the wireless transmitter, a battery-powered device that lets you go cable free, is available for pre-oder in the US and Canada starting today.
Road to VR
MAY 30, 2019
Beyond the Wall is launching first in English in the US, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, the UK, and Canada. HTC today announced that a VR experience based on HBO’s hit TV series Game of Thrones is set to launch exclusively on Viveport Infinity starting tomorrow, supporting Vive and Rift.
UploadVR
JANUARY 4, 2019
Various retailers in the USA, UK, Canada are offering the headset (and controllers) for a reduced price this week. Canada. In Canada, Amazon CA and Best Buy are offering the bundle at C$449 (C$80 off). Didn’t get a chance to pick up an Oculus Rift in the Christmas sales? The discount will continue over the weekend. The Rift’s regular price is $399 / £399 / C$529. In the USA, the discounted price is $349 ($50 off).
Tech Trends VR
AUGUST 28, 2018
Stretching from Alaska through Canada and Scandinavia all the way to the Pacific coast of Russia, The unique ecosystem of the Great Northern Forest circles the planet and plays a vital role in preventing climate change.
Cats and VR
NOVEMBER 2, 2017
The VR experience developed for HTC Vive and Samsung Gear is part of marketing partnership to promote The Last Jedi and will be in Nissan dealerships in the US, Mexico, and Canada very soon.
Road to VR
AUGUST 9, 2018
This conversation took place at the Symposium iX conference at the Society for Arts and Technology in Montreal, Canada.
Hypergrid Business
SEPTEMBER 15, 2016
Unity Technologies is organizing series of events in US and Canada to talk to young women who are curious about careers in game development. The company behind the popular Unity game platform engine used to develop video... Briefs VR & AR Unity
VRScout
MAY 12, 2019
Madonna recorded her volumetric capture performances at a studio in London; meanwhile, a company in Canada produced the digital assets for the various AR weather effects. Volumetric capture adds a layer of depth to the pop legends latest performance.
UploadVR
JUNE 21, 2016
Stepping up to that challenge is Canada-based indie team, Red Meat Games, formed of developers that have worked on the likes of Eternal Darkness and Metal Gear Solid: The post Exclusive: Take Flight and Throw Cars with VR Superhero Sim, First Impact appeared first on UploadVR.
Cats and VR
FEBRUARY 15, 2018
Virtro Entertainment – the female-led VR indie game studio out of Vancouver, Canada, today announced that Run Dorothy Run – an immersive endless-runner and rhythm VR game, with a cheeky take on the classic novel, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz."
UploadVR
MAY 30, 2019
The experience will be available in English in the USA, UK, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina. HBO is launching an official Game of Thrones VR experience tomorrow. Called ‘Beyond The Wall’, the experience will be exclusive to HTC’s Viveport Infinity subscription service. Viveport is HTC’s VR app store, similar to the Oculus Store. It isn’t exclusive to HTC hardware however, it also officially supports Oculus Rift headsets.
Hypergrid Business
JULY 17, 2016
Canada’s Tek Gear Inc. is offering a free virtual reality headset to anyone who wants one — as long as they pick up the shipping charges. “We’ve been in the VR business for over 24... News VR & AR Tek Gear
VRScout
APRIL 8, 2018
Among other notable studios, the location boasts gaming giant Electronic Arts Canada – the powerhouse behind the NHL, NBA, and FIFA franchises – and employs nearly 17,000 workers in the 3D industry. investment goes further in Canada. I’m originally from Canada.
Cats and VR
OCTOBER 22, 2017
Virtro Entertainment – the female-led VR indie game studio out of Vancouver, Canada, today announced the release of Run Dorothy Run – an immersive endless-runner and rhythm VR game, with a cheeky take on the classic novel, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz."
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