ASUS unveils Zenfone 11 Ultra

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ASUS breaks the mould with the Zenfone 11 Ultra with its significant departure from the series' traditionally compact size. This phone offers a large-scale experience with a stunning 6.78-inch LTPO display protected by the latest Gorilla Glass Victus 2. It's now the same size as its gaming-centric counterpart, the ROG Phone 8 Pro.

Speaking of gamers, they'll appreciate a buttery-smooth 144Hz refresh rate, while casual users benefit from a dynamic adjustment down to 122Hz for everyday tasks. It doesn't get the gaming-specific features of the ROG Phone, but you can at least get a smooth experience of it.

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Get creative with the Fujifilm instax Mini 99

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Fujifilm just dropped the newest addition to the instax family, the Mini 99. This camera isn't just another pretty face (although, let's be honest, the matte black finish is pretty darn sleek). It comes packed with features designed to elevate your instant photography game, giving you more control than you've had with past instax cameras.

Remember those days of waiting to see how your photo turned out? With the instax Mini 99, you can get creative before you even click the shutter. The built-in Color Effect Dial lets you choose from six unique effects: Faded Green, Warm Tone, Light Blue, Soft Magenta, Sepia, and Light Leak. These effects are applied directly to the film, giving your instant prints a whole new dimension.

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Campbell's introduces a gallery of 'pAIntings'

Deep-rooted in art and pop culture, Campbell’s has introduced its ‘pAIntings’ in Canada. This new initiative brings to life engaging visualizations of how the iconic Campbell’s cans could have been painted in the popular art styles – all using AI.  

Showcasing artistic styles like surrealism and abstract, Campbell’s pAIntings combine tradition with modernity. Staying true to its history, Campbell’s aims to tap into today’s culture with pAIntings.

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Audible Indigenous Writers' Circle returns for the fourth year

The highly successful mentorship and workshop program returns for the fourth year. The Audible Indigenous Writers' Circle initiative was created to help emerging Indigenous writers looking for ways to elevate and develop their stories. 

In the past three years, over 85 Indigenous writers have been supported by the program. Results included one published book, over 8 confirmed signed deals, and representation secured for writers such as book agents. 

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