Anki's sophisticated programmable Cozmo robot is now available in Canada

Anki's Cozmo robot with a big brain and an even bigger personality, has finally launched in Canada! Starting today, you can bring home a Cozmo robot of your own via most Best Buy stores across Canada and online at Bestbuy.ca for CA$249.99. Cozmo brings a wide array of skills as well as a personality which puts it heads and shoulders above other robots in the market.

"If you were dazzled by what’s under Cozmo’s hood when we first introduced him to Canada in June, prepare to get your minds blown as we’ve added several noteworthy features since then. Many fans of Cozmo already know that he’s more than meets the eye, that he’s operated by wildly sophisticated robotics and AI systems," Anki explains.

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ZTE extends support for RBC Canadian Open

ZTE announced a three-year extension as official smartphone of the RBC Canadian Open, through the end of 2019. This year’s RBC Canadian Open takes place at Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville, Ontario, from July 24-30, 2017.

This partnership is another milestone in ZTE’s ongoing commitment to invest in Canada, and is part of a larger movement to grow the company’s presence on the world stage.

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iPhone packaging insert, leaked image from code hint at upcoming iPhone features and design

'Next iPhone,' rumours are year round news stories, specially in 2017 when Apple is heavily expected to release a model worthy of its 10th year anniversary. The latest information points to some reference designs seen from alleged packaging inserts showing a bezel-less iPhone as well as a confirmation of this new iPhone design from code derived from a HomePod software developer preview.

Not only do we get a cohesive look at the front fascia of the new iPhone, we also get some hints that Touch ID might be replaced with facial recognition for access and Apple Pay functionality. Knowing Apple, it is also quite possible they've solved the Touch ID through the touchscreen problem in time for the iPhone's release this Fall.

Source: 9to5Mac 

Sketch3D enables easy 3D object modelling

Appy Monkeys has developed a really simple to use 3D modeller called Sketch 3D which allows anybody to model anything with simple taps to create 3D models such as chairs and cars to more complex organic models like animals,birds and humans. www.sketch3d.in 

The models are saved out in .OBJ format which can then be 3D printed or edited in more advanced software such as Autodesk Maya, 3ds max, SketchUp, Blender,Photoshop etc.

This particular “Box” modelling workflow is designed to let a layperson or student quickly and smoothly create 3d models.Its ideal for hobbyists, teachers and students looking to block out their ideas in 3D.Its an ideal introduction to the new world of AR and VR as it lets the user create their ideas in 3D space easily. The app comes to iOS and Android on August 3rd and will cost $4.99 USD.