Stories by Austin Blake

Telus appears to be in the final stages of a native 5G calling rollout, as the latest iOS 26.4 beta 1 has introduced a dedicated Voice over New Radio (VoNR) toggle for iPhone users. This new carrier update allows compatible devices to stay on the 5G Standalone network during voice calls rather than dropping down...

The Entertainment Software Association of Canada (ESAC) has released its official year-end rankings for the top-selling video games in the country, and the results show that Canadians are playing a lot of local talent. While the list includes global staples like Grand Theft Auto and Minecraft, four of the top six best-selling titles have direct...

Meta and NVIDIA have just announced a massive new partnership that is set to reshape how AI works for everyone on the planet. The multi-year deal is all about building the next generation of data centres specifically designed to handle the massive demands of AI training and everyday use. This isn't just about faster chips;...

Google has officially locked in the dates for its annual developer conference, with Google I/O 2026 returning to the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View from May 19-20, 2026. While some developers will be there in person, the rest of us can catch the entire show online at io.google. This year's teaser features a Gemini-powered playground...

Expedia has officially launched its new Flight Deals tool in Canada to help travellers find the best airfares through real-time data and interactive mapping. Available exclusively on the Expedia app, the feature identifies fares that are at least 20% lower than typical predicted prices for similar routes. The tool uses machine learning to analyze millions...

Sega has issued 'End of Service' messages for the 2013 remasters of Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 on mobile platforms, which are for iOS and Android. This update signals that Sega is officially discontinuing support for these versions of the games, which were based on a freemium model. The changes include the...

Apple has released the first beta of iOS 26.4 for developers and public testers earlier today. This version introduces a significant security boost for messaging and a complete overhaul of the music and podcast experience. Below is a breakdown of all the new features in iOS 26.4 beta, as shared by YouTube channel Zollotech. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpCPIFls6Mo...

Apple sent out media invitations on Monday for what it describes as a "special Apple Experience," taking place simultaneously in New York, London, and Shanghai on March 4, 2026. You know what this means--new Apple products are incoming. Scheduled for 9:00 AM ET/6:00 AM PT, the media experience looks to be on a smaller scale...

Alright it looks like a $25/25GB wireless plan is the go-to right now for Lunar New Year, along with 8GB data bonuses (8 is a lucky number for some Asian cultures). Koodo is offering a $25/25GB prepaid plan but now Rogers-owned Chatr and Bell’s Lucky Mobile are also offering the same. Here are the Chatr...

Telus-owned Public Mobile has brought back some promo plans for existing customers, including its $30/30GB Canada-US-Mexico offering last seen during Black Friday and Boxing Day. Here’s what we’re seeing according to iPhone in Canada readers right now in their Public Mobile accounts. Your mileage may vary, but this should give you an idea of what’s...

We’ve been closely following the cellphone plans from Rogers, Telus and Bell for February 2026, and the telecoms have tweaked pricing yet again. Check out the changes below as of February 13, 2026, all at bring your own device and after autopay... Rogers $60/60GB $65/100GB $75/175GB Canada-US $95/250GB Global (64 destinations) Rogers hasn't changed anything...

A&W is launching a new week of savings for fast food fans, bringing back its Burger Family Deals starting next week. From February 16 to 22, the fast food chain will offer a different daily discount exclusively through the A&W mobile app. The deals cover classics such as Teen Burgers and Mama Burgers, as well...