Teenagers will soon be barred from using tanning beds in British Columbia. Provincial legislation aimed at protecting young people from harmful ultra-violet rays will be introduced this fall. Health Minister Mike De Jong announced details during a news conference in Vancouver this morning. Minister De Jong says anyone under 18 will not be given … [Read more...]
HBO GO teases vocal controls via Kinect, coming soon to Xbox 360 (video)
March 15, 2012 by
We knew it'd be arriving on April 1st, but now we're actually longing for it. HBO has just released a half-minute teaser propping up the impending release of HBO GO on Xbox 360, and while it's available on a plethora of other platforms, being able to verbally command HBO (through Kinect, of course) to play your favorite shows just takes the … [Read more...]
Sony Music Unlimited bringing its own streaming flair to iOS soon
February 5, 2012 by
We heard back in December that Sony's fledgling Music Unlimited service would eventually be spreading its wings to cover even more operating systems, and here at CES 2012, we've learned that it's Apple's own iOS on the docket. Tim Schaaff, head of Sony Entertainment Network noted this week that the company will offer a gratis iPhone and iPad app … [Read more...]
Nokia clarifies battery update on Lumia 800, promises audio / camera fixes soon
February 2, 2012 by
Nokia already came clean about the Lumia 800 battery bug, but evidently that just wasn't enough to appease the masses. A community manager in the outfit's own forums has just responded to pages upon pages of comments regarding the most recent update, partly to (re)set the record straight regarding the battery, and partly to address more fixes that … [Read more...]
UBC Continuing Studies Mobile Technology, Design and Marketing courses start soon!
January 20, 2012 by
Discover how to target your customers through mobile channels. Learn strategies for successful mobile web design, content and marketing, or the emerging area of mobile commerce. Taught by leading industry professionals, courses are held in the evenings at UBC Robson Square. Mobile Content Design and Development starts Jan 23 Mobile Commerce starts … [Read more...]
Netflix reveals new user interface experience for Android tablets, iPad counterpart coming soon
December 6, 2011 by
You've already had a peek at it in the Kindle Fire and Nook Tablet, but it seems that redesigned user interface is going to be hitting more than just the holiday's most-talked about duo. Netflix has made official a newly redesigned user interface experience for Android tablets -- one that "makes browsing and instantly watching unlimited TV shows … [Read more...]
IOGEAR’s Wireless 3D Digital Kit streams the third-dimension in 1080p, ships soon for $380
November 10, 2011 by
It's like the company's CES-launched GW3DKIT, but with a dash of "HD," a spit shine and a realistic shipping date. IOGEAR's GW3DHDKIT has just been revealed to 3D-lovin' content watchers the world over, with the Wireless 3D Digital Kit consisting of a transmitter and receiver with connections that enable it to stream standard, HD or 3D resolution … [Read more...]
NovaGold hopes to make Galore decision soon
October 17, 2011 by
VANCOUVER - NovaGold Resources Inc. (TSX:NG) is considering a new plan for its Galore Creek project in B.C. that would increase production and extend the life of the proposed mine by several years.The company, which shares the project with Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B), said Monday its enhanced plan would increase the amount of ore to be mined … [Read more...]
Moore promises changes are coming soon to deal with mentally ill criminals
October 8, 2011 by
Those convicted of crimes but suffering from a mental disorder could "soon" face new rules from the Federal Government.B.C.'s top minister in Ottawa says the Conservatives are consulting with all the provinces.That's after a controversy surrounding Allan Schoenborn, who killed his children in Merritt. "You can't make changes to the process based on … [Read more...]
Beaten B.C. woman could soon be home
August 3, 2011 by
Beginning of Story Content The estranged spouse of the woman violently assaulted during a 12-hour ordeal in Penticton, B.C., says the woman is recovering and could soon be released from hospital. ... Vancouver News latest RSS headlines - Big News Network.com … [Read more...]
