If you can’t get enough of your Sega Genesis or Atari consoles and want to relive your childhood, you may be thrilled to know that these consoles and handhelds are not only making a comeback this Fall,they are getting a full modern reboot. AtGames has formally announced they’ll be releasing a lineup of classic gaming hardware for Fall 2017 including new HD versions of the hardware like the Atari Flashback 8 Gold, the Sega Genesis Flashback, and more. Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog
New Atari Flashback & Sega Genesis Flashback consoles arriving this Fall
June 23, 2017 by · Leave a Comment
ASUS ROG Zephyrus world’s thinnest gaming laptop
June 4, 2017 by · Leave a Comment
While gaming laptops are likely to be known for their power and substance, the new Zephyrus, the latest offering by ASUS, under the Republic of Gamers (ROG) product line is not only powered by powered by 7th Gen Intel Core i7 and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080, with 120Hz Full HD G-SYNC display, it now appears to be also the world’s thinnest gaming laptop. Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog.
Alien Day 2017 returns to Earth April 26th
April 9, 2017 by · Leave a Comment
If you’re a big fan of the Alien movie franchise, you’d likely know that the sixth installment, ALIEN: COVENANT is coming May 10th. To get you ready for it, mark your calendars for April 26th, dubbed “Alien Day,” where you’ll be able to immerse yourself in an alien world and join in on ALIEN related festivities.
Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog
Razer launches gamer’s “Paid to Play” program
March 25, 2017 by · Leave a Comment
If you get paid for something you love to do is that really considered work? What if what you had to do was play games? The best of the best are probably making some serious coin, but what about us casual types? Well, you’re not going to get rich and you’re probably not going to get real cash, but Razer is launching a new “Paid to Play” initiative that can certainly add a little more incentive to playing games. Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog.
Razer BlackWidow keyboard gets smoother linear key switch option
January 24, 2017 by · Leave a Comment
The BlackWidow line of mechanical keyboards is not new, in fact it’s been around since 2010 and known for its durability, comfort and responsiveness and has been a great choice for gamers everywhere. In fact, it was so popular, that about three years ago, Razer actually started manufacturing mechanical switches themselves. Read more… at Canoe Tech Blog.
Matias wireless aluminum keyboard now backlit
January 19, 2017 by · Leave a Comment
If you think it’s time for a new keyboard, then how about one that’s backlit, Bluetooth enabled, has a numeric keypad and comes with a choice of two colours? If so, Aurora, Ontario based Matias has just unveiled their new Wireless Aluminum Keyboard with Backlight.
“We took Apple’s iconic Aluminum Keyboard with Numeric Keypad as a starting point, and built from there — adding Bluetooth with multi-pairing support (4 devices), rechargeable 1‑year battery life, and now new models with backlighting and a 2nd dedicated battery just for the backlight,” said Edgar Matias, CEO of Matias. Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog.
Tech gifts for the whole family to enjoy
December 20, 2016 by · Leave a Comment
Bluetooth Mirror-Mirror on the Wall
Bluetooth speakers are plentiful, but you’ve likely never seen one built into a stylish high-tech mirror. Designed to fit on your wall, the Viio series feature built-in side speakers, LED lighting and hands free-calling.
With Viio, anyone in the family can sing in the shower while listening to tunes and even take calls, if it just can’t wait. And when you’re all done, the anti-fog button will dissipate the steamy surface. Of course Viio can certainly go beyond the bathroom. It’s also suitable for the living room, bedroom or anywhere else you can hang a mirror. Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog.
Experience London’s Great Fire of 1666 through Minecraft
July 21, 2016 by · Leave a Comment
In 1666, the Great Fire destroyed London, England and to commemorate the 350th Anniversary of the event, the Museum of London wants to share the story with the world. But rather than do it simply in the form of video, text, or a exhibit, the story is also being retold as a game – Great Fire 1666.
The game will consist of three phases or ‘Maps”; starting you off on the streets of 17th century London before the eventful time, where you can walk around and interact with the locals. You’ll then have an opportunity to combat the flames of the Great Fire and then later on rebuild your own version of England’s capital. Read More at CanoeTech Blog.
AirJamz wearable brings your Air Guitar to life
April 16, 2016 by · Leave a Comment
Who doesn’t like to play air guitar? If you do, then you may be interested in AirJamz a new wearable by Zivix, the creators of jamstik+ that takes those moves you got so good at and turn them into music.
AirJamz is being brought to life through the company’s latest Kickstarter campaign. It’s app-enhanced, Bluetooth enabled and sits on your wrist like a watch or an activity tracker like a FitBit and connects wirelessly to an iOS or Android device. Read More at CanoeTech Blog.
Satechi Wireless Gamepad attaches wirelessly to your smartphone
October 21, 2015 by · Leave a Comment
While it’s fun to sit in front of your big screen TV to play games, we don’t always have the luxury of time or a big screen to be able to do so. We can however play games on our smartphones and tablets but the touchscreen experience for many of us is just not the same of the real feel of a gamepad. So Satechi has just introduced a cross-platform wireless gamepad which might just be the answer for those hardcore gamers who just need to have a something to play always at hand.
Functionally, Satechi Wireless Gamepad resembles your typical controller. It has 14 buttons, two joysticks and a directional pad. What makes it stand out and ideal for handheld mobile devices is that it has an integrated spring-loaded holder to allow you to attach your smartphone right to the gamepad so you can use both hands on the controller. Read more…at Canoe Tech Blog
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