Stories by Austin Blake

Amazon is testing new AI-powered delivery glasses that give its drivers turn-by-turn directions, package details, and hazard alerts — all without needing to look at their phones. The wearable glasses use computer vision and sensors to display information directly in a driver’s field of view, such as which package to grab, how to reach a...

Toronto-based Wealthsimple unveiled several new products at its “For Nerds Only” event today, introducing fresh tools aimed at helping Canadians invest smarter — and earlier—while cutting costs across the board. The event spotlighted new investment strategies, digital portfolios, and even a modern way to buy real gold. Just this month, Wealthsimple also hit a milestone...

Telus-owned Public Mobile has revised its plan offerings as of today, as we slowly make our way into next month’s expected Black Friday sales. What we’re seeing is an increase in data for select 4G plans, while 5G plans have also been revised. Check out the changes below... 4G Speed Plans $20 talk and text...

Last week Apple announced a trio of hardware refreshes that gained its new M5 chip, now available in the 14-inch MacBook Pro, iPad Pro lineup and the Vision Pro. Here’s a roundup of M5 Vision Pro reviews from publications hand-picked by Apple: Gizmodo: Apple Vision Pro (M5) Review: The Crown of the Dorks Tom's Guide:...

Apple’s long-rumoured foldable iPad has run into development problems, delaying its potential launch until 2029 or later, according to a report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman on Tuesday. People familiar with the matter told Bloomberg that Apple has struggled with engineering challenges tied to the device’s weight, features, and display technology. The company had originally aimed...

Apple announced its new M5 MacBook Pro (14-inch) last week alongside the new M5 iPad Pros. After seeing the iPad Pro reviews embargo lifted today, the same has happened for the M5 MacBook Pro. Here’s a roundup of reviews from select media outlets on their initial experiences with the new M5 MacBook Pro (14-inch): The...

CBC/Radio-Canada has gone to Federal Court to stop an order that would force it to reveal how many people actually pay for its Gem streaming service. The Canadian Press reports that the federal information commissioner told CBC to release the number of Gem’s paid subscribers after Ottawa law professor Matt Malone requested it under access-to-information...

Last week, Apple announced updates for the iPad Pro and 14-inch MacBook Pro, adding in its newest M5 chip. Ahead of the launch on Wednesday, October 22, we’re seeing the embargo lift on the first media reviews for the M5 iPad Pro. Here’s a roundup of the latest M5 iPad Pro reviews so far from...

Canadian shoppers are heading into what Google calls the country’s first 'AI-powered holiday season,' with nearly half planning to use artificial intelligence tools to help decide what to buy. According to new data shared by Google Canada, 43% of shoppers say they’ll turn to AI for product ideas, price comparisons, and research before making a...

The federal government is rolling out new measures to protect Canadians from financial scams, fake texts, and phone fraud, after losses from reported scams reached a whopping $643 million in 2024, nearly triple the amount from 2020. Under Budget 2025, Ottawa will launch Canada’s first National Anti-Fraud Strategy, a cross-government plan to crack down on...

It all comes down to one game. The Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners face off tonight in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series, with a trip to the World Series on the line. The Jays came back in a dominant Game 6 win last night (after a questionable bullpen decision by manager...

The Alberta Motor Association (AMA) and the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) have teamed up with Rogers to offer new savings on mobile, internet, and TV plans for members. AMA members can now save $25 per month or more on Rogers 5G+ mobile plans, with discounts available for up to 10 lines per account. Members can...