Category: Assistive Technology

Assistive TechnologyGaming Hardware

Project Freefall Launches Cross-Platform Skydiving Game with VR and PC Support

Project Freefall introduces a revolutionary skydiving tag experience where players battle in mid-air using grappling hooks and thrusters. The game supports cross-platform play between Meta Quest VR headsets and traditional platforms like Steam Deck, creating unique advantages for each play style.

Innovative Skydiving Game Breaks Platform Barriers

According to reports from Android Central, veteran VR studio Schell Games has launched Project Freefall in “earliest access” during Steam Next Fest, introducing a unique skydiving tag game that doesn’t force players to choose between virtual reality and traditional gaming platforms. Sources indicate the game features eight players battling in mid-air while free-falling from 10,000 feet, using arm-mounted rockets and grappling hooks to compete for a backpack that may or may not contain a functioning parachute.

by Bennett Laura
Assistive TechnologyGaming Hardware

Apple Vision Pro M5 Upgrade: Enhanced Comfort, Performance and Display Features

The second-generation Apple Vision Pro features significant enhancements including the new M5 chip and redesigned Dual Knit Band. Reports indicate improved comfort through tungsten counterweights and substantial performance gains across visionOS experiences.

Apple Vision Pro Receives Major Upgrade with M5 Chip and Enhanced Comfort Features

Apple has unveiled the second-generation Vision Pro headset with significant improvements to comfort, performance, and visual quality, according to reports from the company’s latest announcement. The upgraded model addresses key user feedback with a new comfort-focused band design and substantial processing power increases through the new M5 chip.

by Bennett Laura
Assistive TechnologyBusiness

Samsung Reportedly Cancels Galaxy S26 Edge Following Poor S25 Edge Sales, Plus Model Returns

Samsung has reportedly canceled the Galaxy S26 Edge following disappointing sales of its predecessor. The company is said to be bringing back the Plus variant while delaying other models in the lineup, though the Ultra version continues development as planned.

Samsung Cancels Galaxy S26 Edge Following Disappointing Sales

According to reports from multiple sources, Samsung has decided to cancel the development of the Galaxy S26 Edge following what analysts suggest were “less than stellar” sales of the current Galaxy S25 Edge model. The cancellation marks a significant shift in Samsung’s flagship smartphone strategy as the company reportedly throws in the towel on its slim flagship lineup.

by Ortega Rafael
Assistive TechnologySoftware Guides

Apple Vision Pro Companion App Expands to iPad with iPadOS 26.1 Release

Apple is expanding the Vision Pro companion app to iPad users with the upcoming iPadOS 26.1 release, according to company announcements. The expansion marks the first time iPad owners can manage spatial content and explore Vision Pro experiences without wearing the headset. The move follows the app’s initial launch on iPhone earlier this year.

Vision Pro App Expansion to iPad Platform

Apple will bring the Vision Pro companion mobile app to the iPad with the release of iPadOS 26.1, according to reports from the company’s recent announcements. This expansion marks the first time iPad users can manage and explore spatial content for the Vision Pro headset directly from their devices, creating what analysts suggest could function as an enhanced second screen experience.

by Bennett Laura
Assistive TechnologyInnovation

Québec’s Advanced Materials Ecosystem Accelerates Innovation Through Collaborative Projects and International Partnerships

Québec’s advanced materials sector is experiencing significant growth through PRIMA Québec’s collaborative initiatives, with reports indicating over 200 funded projects generating substantial scientific and commercial outputs. The organization is reportedly expanding its international reach through partnerships with Horizon Europe while addressing key sectors including additive manufacturing, defense, and telecommunications through innovative material solutions.

Accelerating Québec’s Advanced Materials Innovation

According to recent reports, PRIMA Québec is driving substantial innovation in advanced materials across multiple sectors including energy, transport, health, and defense. Sources indicate that under the leadership of CEO Marie-Pierre Ippersiel, the organization has positioned itself as a catalyst between industrial and research communities to promote collaborative innovation throughout Québec’s advanced materials ecosystem.

by Bennett Laura
Assistive TechnologyHealthcare

High-Tech Chair Revolutionizes Cancer Radiation Therapy with Patient Positioning Shift

A revolutionary approach to proton radiation therapy is transforming cancer treatment by having patients sit upright instead of lying down. The simple positioning change eliminates the need for massive 600-ton gantry systems that have traditionally dominated radiation therapy facilities.

Revolutionary Positioning Approach Transforms Proton Therapy

Startup Leo Cancer Care is transforming proton radiation treatment with what sources indicate is a remarkably simple innovation: having patients sit upright during treatment rather than lying down. According to reports, this fundamental shift in patient positioning is attracting significant interest from major medical institutions, with hospitals that include Stanford and McLaren reportedly lining up to purchase dozens of the new machines.

by Ortega Rafael
Arts and EntertainmentAssistive Technology

Oxford Study: AI Reshaping Teen Brains, Creating Faster But Shallower Thinkers

A new Oxford University Press study finds 80% of UK teenagers use AI for schoolwork, with many reporting faster thinking but concerns about reduced depth. Researchers warn of emerging “synthetic thinkers” who process information quickly but may lack the critical analysis skills that traditional education develops.

AI Integration in Education Reaches Critical Mass

Artificial intelligence is fundamentally transforming how teenagers learn and think, according to a comprehensive new study from Oxford University Press that surveyed 2,000 UK students aged 13 to 18. The research conducted in August found that eight in 10 teenagers now regularly use AI tools for their schoolwork, with nearly as many turning to them for homework assistance.

by Ortega Rafael
Assistive TechnologySoftware Guides

Zed Code Editor Launches Stable Windows Version, Challenging Microsoft’s VS Code Dominance

The developers behind the Zed code editor have announced stable Windows support, marking a significant expansion for the performance-focused development tool. Built using Rust with a custom GPU-accelerated framework, Zed now competes directly with Microsoft’s Visual Studio Code on Windows platforms. The release includes deep WSL integration and full extension compatibility through WebAssembly.

Windows Developers Gain New Code Editor Option

Windows users now have access to a stable version of the Zed code editor, according to reports from Zed Industries, the development company behind the project. Sources indicate this marks a significant milestone for the performance-focused development tool, which previously only offered stable versions for macOS and Linux systems. The expansion brings Zed into direct competition with Microsoft’s Visual Studio Code, the dominant code editor in the Windows development space.

by Bennett Laura