Shaw’s Freedom Mobile has continued its staggered rollout of VoLTE (Voice over LTE) for various smartphones, and today’s launch has reached Samsung’s Galaxy Note 8 and Galaxy Note 9.
VoLTE allows for simultaneous voice and data calls over LTE networks, meaning phone calls now connect quicker and have higher sound quality, compared to being routed over slower 3G networks.
So far, Freedom has rolled out VoLTE for the LG G6 and G7, Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus, Galaxy A8, Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus, Moto G6 and E5, Sony Xperia models, and now the Galaxy Note 8 and Note 9.
The network has also started to roll out its expanded LTE network, deploying its 700MHz spectrum, making for improved coverage in hard to reach areas such as parkades, basements, elevators and more.
The City of Vancouver has announced temporary road closures in the downtown area due to a helicopter operation on Friday, May 26, and Thursday, June 1. This operation, taking place in the Coal Harbour area, will see large-scale signage transported to the Shaw Tower, replacing the existing Shaw signs with new Rogers branding. Given the...
In an effort to aid Alberta residents impacted by devastating wildfires, Rogers and Shaw have announced new measures to keep affected customers connected and to contribute towards relief efforts. Both Rogers and Shaw will match donations made to the Canadian Red Cross 2023 Alberta Fires Appeal, up to a total of $1 million. Texting 'ROGERS'...
Update April 24, 2023: So it appears the $55/20GB price is the same as before, but what has changed are the credits received. It's currently at $5/month for Digital Discount and $5/month for bring your own device, to get to $45/month. Prior to this, it was only a $10/month bring your own phone credit. Our...
