Xbox Canada shows off blockbuster game titles at X16 Media Showcase

Xbox Canada gives local media, influencers, and gaming fans a chance to see some of the biggest games ahead of their launches at this year’s X16 Media Showcase. This X16, which is being held today at the Fermenting Cellar in Toronto, plays host to Canadian-made titles ranging from AAA franchises to award-winning independent studios. If we were to name some of them these include Gears of War 4, Halo Wars 2, Forza Horizon 3, Minecraft, We Happy Few, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, TEKKEN 7, Steep, and Final Fantasy XV. Xbox Canada is also giving attendees a chance to learn more about the Xbox One S, Xbox Design Lab, and new features coming to Xbox Live.

Dyson's latest Cinetic Big Ball is the only vacuum that self-rights when toppled.

Dyscon's latest Cinetic Big Ball vacuum can self-right itself when toppled over. While other vacuums tip over and stay down. The Dyson Cinetic Big Ball canister is the only vacuum that self-rights when toppled. Dyson engineers made this possible by assembling the vacuum’s components in a spherical array, with the heaviest nearest to the floor. Placing them inside a curved body with a low centre of gravity means that whenever the vacuum is knocked over, gravitational forces will automatically return it to its upright resting position.

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Apple releases list of performers for Apple Music Festival's 10th anniversary

The 10 nights of live performances will be made available live and on-demand to Apple Music members in 100 countries on their iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, PC, Apple TV and Android phones.  

The Apple Music Festival will celebrate it's 10th year with a return to London's legendary Roundhouse this September. Formerly the iTunes Festival, the series will feature  live music from Alicia Keys, Bastille, Britney Spears, Calvin Harris, Chance The Rapper, Elton John, Michael Bublé, OneRepublic, Robbie Williams and The 1975.

The full lineup was announced today by Julie Adenuga, the London voice of Beats 1, an Apple Music radio station. Apple Music lets fans get even closer to their favorite performers during the Apple Music Festival with exclusive playlists, artist news and backstage interviews throughout September.

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Visa-powered NFC Ring now available for pre-order

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The NFC Ring, a Visa-powered payment ring, is making its way out of the Olympics and into the hands of the public. The ring, which was used by some of the athletes at the Rio Olympics is now up for pre-order. This accessory gives its users a more convenient way to pay for things at stores. Since the Olympians were inspired by the creation of the NFC Ring, it’s built to be water resistant for up to 50 meters and doesn’t need charging. It draws a bit of power from the payment terminal, just enough to make the transaction. The ring is available for £39.99 (roughly $60 CAD) and is expected to ship by December 2016.

Source: Engadget