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Lucky Mobile’s St. Patrick’s Day Flash Sale gets new users one month of free service and 50 percent off a SIM card when you buy it online.
This offer ends on March 20th, 2023.
It’s worth noting that your free one-month of service comes after two months of sticking with the carrier.
The SIM card must be activated by April 20th to redeem the offer.
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The latest version of Nvidia’s AI-powered Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS), DLSS 3, is expanding to more games.
The announcement comes ahead of next week’s Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco, California. Additionally, the company is also publicly releasing the DLSS Frame Generation plug-in, allowing developers to adopt the technology with ease.
Nvidia first introduced DLSS in 2018. The feature essentially boosts in-game performance by using an image upscaler. It forces the title to render at a lower resolution, making it less intensive for your GPU to render frames, and uses an AI algorithm to display the game the way it would look if it was rendered at a higher resolution like 4K. With DLSS 3, which is powered by the fourth-gen Tensor Cores and Optical Flow Accelerator on GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs, the feature uses AI to create additional high-quality frames to upscale the look of your titles.
“Neural graphics has revolutionized gaming since its introduction with NVIDIA DLSS, and we’re now taking it to new heights,” said Matt Wuebbling, vice president of global GeForce marketing at Nvidia. “PC gaming super-franchises such as Diablo and Forza Horizon and Bethesda’s new Redfall are raising the bar for image quality with stunning graphics while using DLSS to keep gameplay smooth as silk.”
The expansion also includes the integration of DLSS 3 into Unreal Engine with the upcoming 5.2 updates and Nvidia’s Streamline, an “open-source, cross-vendor framework that simplifies the integration of super-resolution technologies in 3D games and apps.”
The latest version of our #AI-powered Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) technology is now supported in an assortment of blockbuster games and franchises, and being integrated into @UnrealEngine. https://t.co/TPLo5UpuZR #GDC2023 pic.twitter.com/NUdEc5Z2P1
— NVIDIA (@nvidia) March 16, 2023
According to Nvidia, DLSS is used in over 270 titles and applications, while DLSS 3 is available in 28 released games, and is reportedly being adopted seven times faster than DLSS 2. The company’s continued marketing push, along with the introduction of new tools, will ensure DLSS 3 adoption grows even more rapidly.
The three new titles being updated to DLSS 3 are Diablo IV, Forza Horizon 5, and Redfall. DLSS 3 for Forza Horizon 5 will come as an update on March 28th, while integration with Redfall and Diablo 4 will arrive on May 2nd and June 6th, respectively.
“Supporting smooth gameplay in Diablo IV is a priority for Blizzard,” said Michael Bukowski, Diablo IV technical director at Blizzard Entertainment. “We’re excited by the high frame rate of Diablo IV running on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series hardware and DLSS 3.”
DLSS 3 support is expanding, and Nvidia is introducing new tools to simplify integration and adoption for developers.
Image credit: Nvidia
Source: Nvidia
The Xbox Series X/S has undergone several design upgrades that enhance its functionality and user experience. These upgrades include textured grips, textured triggers, and a redesigned D-Pad, which all contribute to improved gameplay and control.
In addition, the Xbox Wireless Controller now includes a Share button that enables users to capture screenshots and record gameplay with ease. This feature makes it simpler for gamers to share their favorite moments with friends and family.
Moreover, the controller’s Bluetooth connectivity enables it to be used with mobile devices and tablets, making it a versatile and convenient option for gaming on-the-go.
If you’re in the market for a new controller, check out these deals from Amazon Canada:
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HBC’s Zellers revival and its relentless pursuit of online social media relevancy continues — this time, with new Instagram Stickers inspired by the iconic retail chain.
As Canada’s foremost Zellers reporter, I’m mandated to write a 162-word blog post about this move. The Stickers are available within Instagram Stories and include the following: the Zellers logo, Zeddy winking, yay, wow, and a heart. To access the stickers, first launch a story and then next, click on the smiley face sticker icon and search, “Zellers.”
It’s unclear what the latter Stickers have to do with Zellers, but they could be tied in some way to the branding surrounding HBC’s revival of the chain within HBC stores.
In a recent press release, HBC confirmed that on March 23rd, all of its Ontario and Alberta Hudson’s Bay locations that feature in-store Zellers locations will open. Zellers’ online store will also launch on the same day.
MobileSyrup will have more on Zellers’ comeback in the coming weeks.
The next generation of iPhones is set to bring several significant changes to the table, including reportedly the smallest bezels on any smartphone ever.
Credible Apple leaker Ice Universe took to Twitter to reveal that the iPhone 15 Pro Max’s bezels will measure just 1.55 mm, a significant reduction compared to the 2.17 mm bezels found on the iPhone 14 Pro Max, offering a 28 percent decrease in bezel size.
iPhone 15 Pro Max will break the record of 1.81mm bezel black edge held by Xiaomi 13, and we measure that its cover plate black bezel width is only 1.55 mm.（S22 and S23 ≈1.95mm，iPhone 14 Pro 2.17mm） pic.twitter.com/9TBrVCGSCo
— Ice universe (@UniverseIce) March 17, 2023
According to the leaker, the current record for the smallest bezels is held by Xiaomi 13, measuring in at 1.81mm. Aside from the ultra-thin bezels, rumours suggest the iPhone 15 Pro Max will feature a smaller camera bump and adopt a slightly curved design, creating a seamless transition to the frame.
It also appears that the upcoming series will ditch individual volume buttons in favour of a unified one, while the mute button will be switched to a singular press button.
Source: @UniverseIce Via: 9to5Mac
Google’s ‘Project Zero,’ an in-house team of cybersecurity experts and analysts, warned in a new blog post of 18 different potential exploits in some phones using Samsung’s Exynos modems. That includes devices from Samsung, Vivo and Google’s own Pixel line (more on the specific devices below).
Project Zero warns that the exploits are severe and should be treated as zero-day vulnerabilities — the term ‘zero-day’ refers to recently-discovered exploits that software makers and manufacturers have zero days to fix. The exploits could allow malicious actors to compromise a device just by knowing the associated phone number, and the device’s owner wouldn’t notice a thing.
Specifically, four of the 18 exploits could allow a malicious actor to gain access to the data coming in and out of a device’s modem using just the phone number. That data includes things like phone calls and text messages. Particularly concerning is that this could be done remotely, while some of the other vulnerabilities would require local access to a device.
Project Zero recommends that people with affected devices install upcoming security updates as soon as possible to protect themselves from the vulnerability, though when those updates will arrive varies by manufacturer. Google included a patch for some of the flaws in its March 2023 security update for Pixel phones, for example. Impacted devices include:
Those with an affected device will want to take a few steps to mitigate risks until patches arrive. Project Zero advises people to turn off Wi-Fi calling and Voice-over-LTE (VoLTE) — you should be able to find both of these in the Settings menu under Network & internet > SIMs, though the exact location may vary from device to device.
Project Zero reported the exploits to manufacturers in late 2022 and early 2024, but the team withheld publication for four other vulnerabilities due to the ongoing severity.
Source: Project Zero Via: CNET
In the market for a new Samsung smartphone? You might want to get one from Bell or its flanker brand Virgin Plus since right now, the providers will give you a free pair of Galaxy Buds 2 with the purchase of select Samsung devices.
If you’d rather not go with Bell or Virgin, it’s worth noting that Telus and Koodo have a similar offer but only on the Galaxy S22 and S22 Ultra.
Bell’s Galaxy Buds 2 offer as of March 17th, 2023
Currently, Bell is offering free Galaxy Buds 2 with the purchase and activation of the:
Bell notes that customers need to activate the phones with Bell SmartPay (the name Bell uses for financing) on a two-year plan and that the Buds 2 will ship separately from the device itself. The offer is only available online.
Oddly, Bell’s website includes two sets of fine print (above) for the deal that list availability with alternate Samsung phones, like the Z Flip/Fold or the S22 series. However, when viewing those devices on Bell’s website, the free Buds 2 offer isn’t shown. One of the two sets of fine print also notes the offer is valid from December 6th, 2022, which seems extra odd.
As for Virgin Plus, it’s a little more straightforward. You can head to the provider’s devices page, filter by Samsung, and see which devices include the Buds 2 at a glance because Virgin actually put a label on each eligible device. Hurray for basic, clear communication with customers! Devices include:
Considering Virgin Plus currently offers double the data on its $60/10GB and $65/15GB plans, bringing them up to 20GB and 30GB, respectively, I’d argue Virgin is the way to go unless you desperately want 5G and to overpay for it. Unfortunately, if you’re getting a phone, you can’t get the $10/mo bill credit for 24 months.
Virgin’s offer also appears to be online only.
Finally, as mentioned up top, Telus and Koodo have free Buds 2 available with the Galaxy S22 and S22 Ultra. As with Bell and Virgin, my recommendation would be to get the deal with Koodo and take advantage of the promotional $60/20GB or $65/30GB plans. You’ll save a bit of money compared to Telus and get more data.
After a critically acclaimed six seasons, the Bob Odenkirk-led Better Call Saul came to an end last August.
For many, it even surpassed the parent series Breaking Bad, and its absence has left an Albuquerque-sized hole in our hearts ever since. Thankfully, there’s a new AMC series starring Odenkirk that should help with that: Lucky Hank.
The comedy-drama series premieres on March 19th, with new episodes dropping every Sunday at 9pm ET/6pm PT. In it, Odenkirk plays a cantankerous college English professor whose mid-life crisis affects the lives of everyone around him. Notably, while the series is set in Pennsylvania, it was actually filmed in Vancouver.
Based on Richard Russo’s 1997 novel, Straight Man, Lucky Hank was developed by Paul Lieberstein (The Office) and Aaron Zelman (Law & Order) and co-stars Mireille Enos (The Killing), Olivia Scott Welch (Fear Street), Diedrich Bader (American Housewife), Sara Amini (Future Man), Cedric Yarbough (Speechless) and Suzanne Cryer (Silicon Valley). Lucky Hank also reunites Odenkirk with Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul executive producer Mark Johnson.
Like Better Call Saul, AMC will air Lucky Hank on both its cable network and AMC+ streaming service. In Canada, AMC+ is available as an $8.99/month channel add-on for Amazon Prime Video. A 30-day free trial is also available.
While Odenkirk’s first series after Better Call Saul would have garnered attention regardless of quality, Lucky Hank has, thankfully, been quite well-received following its premiere at SXSW earlier this month.
It’s worth noting that only the first five seasons of Better Call Saul are streaming on Netflix Canada. The final season, which was at one point streaming on AMC+, isn’t currently on that — or any other — subscription streaming service.
Image credit: AMC
Best Buy Canada’s refresh list of Top Deals is live now with attractive discounts on cameras, headphones, external hard drives, soundbars, vacuums and more.
The deals go live today, Friday, March 17th, and end on Thursday, March 23rd.
Check out some of the deals from the promotion below:
Samsung 58-inch 4K UHD HDR LED Tizen Smart TV (UN58TU7000FXZC) – Titan Grey: $699.99 (save $100)
Samsung 65-inch 4K UHD HDR QLED Tizen Smart TV (QN65Q60BAFXZC) – Titan Grey:$999.99 (save $200)
Acer Aspire TC Desktop PC (Intel Core-i5 12400/256GB SSD/8GB RAM): $599.99 (save $200)
Epson EcoTank ET-2850 Wireless All-In-One Supertank Inkjet Printer: $329.99 (save $70)
ASUS 27-inch QHD 165Hz IPS LED G-Sync Gaming Monitor (VG27AQ): $389.99 (save $20)
Beats by Dr. Dre Studio3 Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones – Black: $249.99 (save $190)
Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro In-Ear Noise Cancelling Truly Wireless Headphones – Bora Purple: $239.99 (save $10)
HP 15.6-inch Laptop – Natural Silver (Intel Quad Core i3-1125G4/256GB SSD/8GB RAM/Windows 10): $499.99 (save $50)
Acer Aspire 5 15.6-inch Laptop – Silver (Intel Core i5-1135G7/512GB SSD/8GB RAM/Windows 11): $649.99 (save $200)
JBL Xtreme 3 Rugged/Waterproof Bluetooth Wireless Speaker – Blue: $379.99 (save $70)
Garmin fenix 6 Pro Solar 47mm GPS Watch with Heart Rate Monitor – Large – Slate Grey: $549.99 (save $400)
Dyson V8 Animal Cordless Stick Vacuum – Nickel: $399.99 (save $150)
Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Bagless Stick Vacuum – Satin Yellow/Gloss Nickel: $599.99 (save $150)
TP-Link Deco X50 AX3000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System – 3 Pack: $299.99 (save $50)
Samsung HW-B650 430-Watt 3.1 Channel Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer: $349.99 (save $50)
Roku Express Media Streamer with Remote: $29.99 (save $10)
Canon EOS R10 Mirrorless Camera with 18-45mm STM Lens Kit: $1,249.99 (save $180)
Seagate One Touch 2TB USB 3.0 Portable External Hard Drive (STKB2000404) – Grey: $74.99 (save $15)
MotionGrey Standing Desk Height Adjustable Electric Motor Sit-to-Stand Desk Computer for Home and Office – Black Frame (55×24 Tabletop Included): $234.99 (save $480)
SuperFit 2.25HP 2 in 1 Foldable Under Desk Treadmill/Walking Pad Remote Control: $379.99 (save $220)
Redroad G10 2800pa Sweeping Mopping Robot, 450ml Self-cleaning Robot Vacuum Cleaner, Obstacle Avoidance LDS Navigation: $699.99 (save $500)
Niu KQi2 Pro 300W Electric scooter (40KM Range / Max. 25KM/H / App Connect) Grey: $679.99 (save $169)
Refurbished (Excellent) – Dyson Official Outlet – AM10 Humidifier, Colour may vary, 1 year warranty: $309.99 (save $50)
Find all Top Deals for the week here.
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Ubisoft has rolled out a free update for Far Cry 5 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S that adds native 60fps support.
The update comes as part of the French publishing giant’s celebrations of the open-world shooter’s fifth anniversary. The current-gen update also includes support for 3840 x 2160 and 4K resolution on Series X and 1920 x 1080 on Series S. PS5 players can still play the game at 2880 x 1620 resolution.
Originally released on March 26th, 2018 on PS4, Xbox One and PC, Far Cry 5 follows a sheriff’s deputy as they try to stop a doomsday cult in rural Montana. Despite the American story and setting, though, the game was developed by the prolific Canadian studio, Ubisoft Montreal.
A free weekend for Far Cry 5 will run from March 23rd-27th, and the game is also 85 percent off on all platforms throughout the month.
Meanwhile, the most recent Far Cry game, Far Cry 6, launched on current- and last-gen hardware in October 2021 and follows a revolutionary’s efforts to topple a dictator in the Cuba-esque Yara.
Image credit: Ubisoft
Source: Ubisoft