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MiniTool Solution Ltd. has released its partition manager software MiniTool Partition Wizard 7.5 to the public. Disk Align and Partition Align, two of the most-wanted features by advanced and SSD users, are now included in this new version. Read the rest of this entry »

Clients can now control distribution with DLM: Digital Rights Management for Windows, developed by Calgary’s CrypKey. This file protection software allows virtually any data file that can be opened in a Windows environment, including proprietary software to be protected by data license manager. These include audio files, animation, documents, images and more. Read the rest of this entry »

People living with ADHD/ADD, Autism or Aspergers know the frustrations of finding resources, effective forums and even valid recognition of our inner turmoil’s throughout our lifetime. Without support or programs, our lives can be very difficult, much more so than necessary giving the tools available today. The Self Cube Program believes that a quasi-passive approach to support and guidance for those of us living with ADHD/ADD, Aspergers or Autism is another part of the puzzle to a finer picture. Read the rest of this entry »

CBC/Radio-Canada is astonished by the CRTC‘s decision to eliminate support for local television programming by discontinuing the Local Programming Improvement Fund (LPIF). The LPIF was established by the CRTC in 2008 to increase the quantity, quality and diversity of local programming produced by conventional TV stations in non-metropolitan markets. It was created in response to a decade-long decline of the financial model for local TV production in small markets, while cable and satellite companies that distribute the programming continued to generate record profits. Read the rest of this entry »

Bell Media commends the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) ruling supporting the balanced, pro-consumer carriage arrangement Bell Media offered to the Canadian Independent Distributors Group (CIDG). The CRTC’s precedent-setting endorsement of Bell Media’s final offer, with its innovative flexible-pricing model, confirms Canadians will continue to have access to one of the largest selections of television channels available in the world, at some of the lowest costs in the world. Read the rest of this entry »

Vancouver-based indie developer Daniel Truong announced today that the ultra addicting puzzle game Pixel Blocked!, which has been described as “one of the best new puzzle engines to come around in a decade” by Kairi Vice, Indie Gamer Chick  – is now available for purchase. Pixel Blocked! features over 180 unique puzzles, and is designed to challenge the spatial logic, speed, and critical thinking skills of players of all ages. Read the rest of this entry »

Guess what, readers? VillageGamer has come across a little present for you… we have in our possession 25 keys for the upcoming Beta Weekend for Guild Wars 2, and we want to share them with you!

Its not going to be as simple as just emailing them to you though. Oh no, we want to see you work for it. So here is the deal.

Step 1: LIKE us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/villagegamer (if you are already a fan, go to http://gw2.villagegamer.net and click on “Enter here to win” and be sure to let us know in the message box that you are a fan, and you’ll be entered twice)

Step 2: TWEET to all your followers “I entered to win a free Beta Weekend key for GuildWars 2, and you can too! http://gw2.villagegamer.net #GuildWars2″ (don’t forget the Hashtag)

Step 3: Submit your email address at http://gw2.villagegamer.net for a bonus entry – Note that we will not sell or otherwise use your name or email in any way beyond contacting you if you are one of the winners.

Want to increase the friendly competition? Share the page with your friends. Remember, we have 25 keys to give away, and only until Noon (Pacific Time) to do it… so act fast, people!

MEGA Brands Inc. recently launched their free mobile app “Mega Bloks® First Builders™ Let’s Build!” which encourages parents and children to build and play together with the world-leading Mega Bloks® First Builders™ preschool construction system. Read the rest of this entry »

HP Canada has announced that floor-to-ceiling life-like graphics produced on HP latex printing systems are helping visitors dive into the world of dinosaurs at an exciting new exhibit at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM). The exhibition creates a view of the world during the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods through the use of scientific fossil evidence. Read the rest of this entry »

Discovery Channel Canada announced today that its new Discovery Channel App for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch is now available on the App Store. The app, custom developed and designed for the Canadian audience, acts as a companion to the Discovery Channel’s unique lineup of Discovery Shows, allowing viewers to engage via socially-driven, show-related chat environments and to participate in polls, trivia, contests and more. Users will be able to extend and share the Discovery experience with their network of friends and followers as they watch shows live on broadcast or when they are catching up through the app. Read the rest of this entry »