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Virgin Plus Is Shutting Down Prepaid Plans: What You Need to Know

Bell's Virgin Plus is ending its prepaid wireless services early next year, and that means existing subscribers will need to migrate to monthly plans to keep their phone numbers and coverage active. According to notices sent to Virgin Plus prepaid subscribers, the official shutdown date is set for January 15, 2027. After that deadline, all...
Austin Blake
10 hours ago
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Apple Releases iOS 27 Beta 6 and More for Developers

Besides releasing iOS 26.6.1 and more today for the masses, Apple has also released new sixth betas of its latest software for developers, including iOS 27 and more. Here's what you can download today for developers: iOS 27.0 beta 6 (24A5418b) iPadOS 27.0 beta 6 (24A5418b) macOS 27.0 beta 6 (26A5416b) tvOS 27.0 beta 6...
John Quintet
15 hours ago
Smartphone on a wireless charger shows a Bell logo, with plants and tech gadgets on a wooden desk in the background.

Check Your Statement: Bell Mobility Hikes Wireless Rates $6/Month

Bell wireless customers are in for another price increase this fall, as the carrier continues its pattern of raising rates on existing wireless accounts. Starting on some October 2026 billing dates, the price of affected monthly rate plans will jump by $6 per month. The price adjustment was shared by a Bell customer on Reddit,...
John Quintet
16 hours ago

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Bell Now Offers More Flexibility When Purchasing a New Device 

Sponsored Content: This coverage is brought to you by Bell Canada. Buying a premium smartphone can be a significant cost, making affordable device financing options an important consideration for many customers. Bell’s Flex Option was designed to help reduce monthly device payments by deferring part of the device cost until after the initial financing term....
iPhoneinCanada.ca Staff
7 days ago

Deals

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Amazon Canada Back-to-School Store Now Live: Best Audio & Tech Deals

Amazon Canada has opened its official Back-to-School online store today, as the beginning of August marks the countdown of the dreaded back to school season for post secondary students and more. The back to school storefront includes everyday items such as backpacks, lunchboxes, and water bottles, alongside tech devices, dorm furniture, and organizational tools. Categories...
IIC Deals
2 weeks ago

Apple’s AirPods Max Just Hit Clearance Pricing at Costco, Save $300

After releasing a super minor refresh for its AirPods Max headphones back in the fall of 2024 to get USB-C, Apple’s first-gen premium over-the-air headphones have hit clearance pricing at Costco warehouses. Nearly two years after getting a USB-C and new colours (Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Purple, and Orange), Apple’s AirPods Max with H1 have hit...
IIC Deals
4 weeks ago

Telecom

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Hand holding phone showing Virgin Plus logo in a busy shopping mall.

Virgin Plus Is Shutting Down Prepaid Plans: What You Need to Know

Bell's Virgin Plus is ending its prepaid wireless services early next year, and that means existing subscribers will need to migrate to monthly plans to keep their phone numbers and coverage active. According to notices sent to Virgin Plus prepaid subscribers, the official shutdown date is set for January 15, 2027. After that deadline, all...
Austin Blake
10 hours ago
Smartphone on a wireless charger shows a Bell logo, with plants and tech gadgets on a wooden desk in the background.

Check Your Statement: Bell Mobility Hikes Wireless Rates $6/Month

Bell wireless customers are in for another price increase this fall, as the carrier continues its pattern of raising rates on existing wireless accounts. Starting on some October 2026 billing dates, the price of affected monthly rate plans will jump by $6 per month. The price adjustment was shared by a Bell customer on Reddit,...
John Quintet
16 hours ago
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CRTC Rejects Bell, Rogers, Telus Attempt to Stall Switching Fee Probe

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has dismissed several procedural demands made by Bell, Rogers and Telus. The telecoms attempted to change the process of a major case examining whether setup and device charges violate national rules designed to lower switching costs for consumers. The regulator launched the investigation after finding that newly added...
Austin Blake
2 days ago
Smartphone on a desk displaying the Public Mobile logo, with a potted plant, camera lens, lamp, and keyboard nearby.

Public Mobile Rolls Out New ‘Expert Messaging’ Customer Support System

Telus-owned prepaid brand Public Mobile is changing how its customers get help by replacing its old community-based ticketing system with a new process called Expert Messaging. The wireless carrier started rolling out the change on August 11, with plans to have the system fully operational by August 24. Under the new setup, customers will still...
John Quintet
4 days ago
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Fido RCS Messaging is Not Working, Say iPhone Customers

Fido customers using iPhones are reporting widespread disruptions with RCS messaging, leaving many unable to send advanced text messages to Android users. Numerous subscribers noticed their data-based texting features suddenly stopped working, leaving their device status stuck on "Waiting for Activation," according to numerous iPhone in Canada users on Thursday. The issue prevents iPhone users...
Austin Blake
4 days ago

Tutorials

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How to Watch Canada vs Switzerland Live: Free Streams & TV

Canada's historic FIFA World Cup run hits a massive checkpoint Wednesday afternoon when the men’s national team takes on Switzerland in the Group B finale at BC Place in Vancouver. After a 6-0 thrashing of Qatar fueled by a brilliant Jonathan David hat trick, the entire nation is buzzing. This decisive game determines who tops...
John Quintet
2 months ago
Group B graphic for FIFA World Cup 2026 showing BIH, QAT, SUI and CAN with a coach portrait on the left and a red-clad player dribbling a ball on the right.

How to Watch Canada vs Qatar FIFA World Cup 2026 in Canada

Canada's group stage run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues Thursday after noon when the national team faces Qatar at BC Place in Vancouver. Kickoff is set for 3:00 PM PT/6:00 PM ET, and there are plenty of ways to watch live across the country. English broadcasts (TSN) Bell Media's TSN has the exclusive...
Austin Blake
2 months ago
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Canada vs Bosnia Is Friday. Here’s How to Watch the World Cup Opener

Canada kicks off its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on Friday against Bosnia-Herzegovina at BMO Field in Toronto, and the stakes couldn't be higher for the host nation. This is just Canada's third World Cup appearance ever, following 1986 and 2022, and the first time the team has made it to back-to-back tournaments. Granted, they...
Austin Blake
2 months ago
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How to Watch the 2026 F1 Canadian Grand Prix Live in Canada

The Formula 1 2026 Canadian Grand Prix is finally here. As the racing world descends on the legendary Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve in Montréal, the anticipation is building for one of the most exciting weekends on the calendar. Whether you are following the championship leaders or cheering on local favourite Lance Stroll, here is the best way...
Austin Blake
3 months ago

Mac

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MacBook Air Shortage Hits Canada: Long Delivery Delays for Apple Buyers

Apple is struggling with severe stock shortages for its most popular Mac, the MacBook Air, as an industrywide memory crunch continues to squeeze the tech giant's supply chain. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the supply bottlenecks that previously restricted lower-volume devices like the Mac mini and Mac Studio have now spread to the MacBook Air....
Austin Blake
2 weeks ago
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Gemini for Mac Adds Voice Control That Works in Any App

Google has added voice input to the Gemini app for macOS, letting you talk to it from inside whatever window you happen to be working in rather than switching over to a separate app. The way it works is you long-press the Fn key and start talking. By default that gives you dictation, but a...
Austin Blake
3 weeks ago
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Apple Hikes AppleCare+ Prices for Mac and iPad in Canada: What You’ll Pay

Apple has quietly updated its AppleCare+ protection plans, introducing price increases that specifically target Canadian Mac and iPad buyers. The price changes first surfaced in the U.S. as first reported by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman last week. A closer look and Canadian customers are also facing these prices increases as well. After AppleCare+ went up in...
Austin Blake
4 weeks ago

Apple Watch

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Apple Explores Screenless Bands, Ceramic Cases in Watch Shakeup

Apple is considering a huge overhaul of its Apple Watch strategy as it looks to adapt to shifting market trends and rising competition from smart rings and screenless fitness bands, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Over the past year, Apple's industrial design team has considered several new hardware concepts to transform the lineup. These early ideas...
John Quintet
1 week ago
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Beat The Price Hike: Apple Prime Day Deals End Tomorrow

Amazon's Prime Day deals are entering their final hours ahead of Thursday's end, so here's your last chance at picking up some deals. There are some Apple devices on sale right now, which is the time to jump on after the company jacked up prices today across Mac, iPad and more due to memory shortages....
IIC Deals
2 months ago
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These Popular Apple Watches Won’t Get the watchOS 27 Update [u]

Apple has officially given a sneak peek at its upcoming watchOS 27, bringing a wave of artificial intelligence features and interface updates to the wrist. The software update, scheduled to launch this coming fall, shifts its focus toward a much more personal and conversational user experience. At the centre of the update is Siri AI,...
Austin Blake
2 months ago