Stories by Austin Blake

Canadians across nearly every province and territory can expect to receive a test emergency alert on their cellphones, radios, and televisions this Wednesday, May 7, 2025. These public test alerts are part of the federal Alert Ready system and are designed to ensure the technology works properly in the event of a real emergency. The...

Telus has launched a new promo giving customers up to 39% off Stream+ Premium for six months when they sign up for select unlimited 5G or 5G+ wireless plans. The deal includes a $12.50/month discount on Stream+ Premium, which bundles Netflix Premium, Disney+ Premium, and Amazon Prime (ad-supported). The regular price for the bundle is...

Some residents in Calgary’s Lakeview neighbourhood are raising concerns about a proposed 35-metre cellphone tower that could be installed on church property near schools and homes. Telus wants to build the 35-metre high tower at the northwest corner of Lakeview United Church, located at 3023 63 Avenue SW. But many locals are saying not so...

Tesla is demanding the federal government release over $43 million in electric vehicle rebates, warning it may pursue legal action if payments aren’t reinstated immediately. In a letter sent to Transport Canada on March 28, obtained by the Toronto Star through an access to information request, Tesla said it was blindsided by the government’s decision...

Cogeco customers have been unable to sign in to the Sportsnet app and the web since at least April 12, with the issue still unresolved nearly a month later. The problem? Cogeco has disappeared as a selectable TV provider in the app’s login screen. The outage prevents customers from streaming live sports—including NHL playoff games—through...

Telus has increased prices of its wireless plans as of May 2, 2025, to put its offerings in line with competitors. Here are Telus plans after debit autopay discounts: $70/100GB (was $55; up $15) $80/100GB (new) $80/175GB Canada-US (was $75/150GB; up $5) $90/175GB Canada-US $100/250GB Canada-US-Mexico (was $90; up $10) $110/250GB Canada-US-Mexico As you can...

Apple posted stronger-than-expected financial results for its fiscal Q2 2025, reporting $95.4 billion US in revenue, a 5% increase year-over-year. The Q2 earnings announced this afternoon saw quarterly net income of $24.8 billion, with diluted earnings per share of $1.65, up 8% compared to the same quarter last year. While revenue from iPhone sales dipped...

Microsoft has implemented a price increase for Xbox consoles in Canada, as of today May 1, 2025. Surprise, gamers. The price increases are worldwide so it's not just affecting Canada. Here’s what Microsoft had to say about the Xbox price increases in Canada. “We have adjusted recommended retailer pricing for our consoles and controllers worldwide....

Amazon’s satellite internet service, Project Kuiper, reached a major milestone this Monday, with the successful launch of its first full batch of operational satellites. As reported by Tesla North, the KA-01 mission lifted off aboard a ULA Atlas V rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida, deploying 27 satellites into low Earth orbit. Amazon confirmed that it...

Ontario says it is stepping up its fight against auto theft by going after the smartphones used to commit the crimes. As reported by CTV News, the Ford government plans to give police more power to seize and search smartphones suspected to be involved in car thefts. These devices are often used by organized crime...

Bell has officially launched Suspicious Call Detection, a new feature that uses AI to flag incoming calls that may be fraud or spam. The tool is now automatically active for all Bell Mobility, Virgin Plus, and Lucky Mobile customers at no extra cost. Using real-time AI and machine learning, the system labels suspicious calls with...

Amazon's Prime Video has shared what's coming to the streaming service in May 2025. Highlights include the Canadian documentary Sexiest Man in Winnipeg starring Will Arnett, while comedy special David Spade: Dandelion is also coming this month. Check out everything coming to Prime Video in May 2025 below: May 1… Another Simple Favor (Amazon Original)...