Stories by Gary Ng
iOS 16.5 Beta 2 Download and More Released for Developers
Summary: Apple releases second beta versions of iOS 16.5, iPadOS 16.5, macOS 13.4, watchOS 9.5, and tvOS 16.5 for developers. No information on new features available yet; updates to follow. Public beta builds anticipated to be released shortly, either later today or tomorrow. Apple has promptly released the second beta versions of iOS 16.5, iPadOS...
Free Steve Jobs Book ‘Make Something Wonderful’ Now Available
Summary The new book "Make Something Wonderful" offers insight into Steve Jobs' life and work. The curated collection includes speeches, interviews, and previously unreleased material. Available as a custom web experience, on Apple Books, through the Libby app, or as a downloadable file. "Make Something Wonderful: Steve Jobs in his own words" is a free...
Estevan City Council Approves SaskTel 5G Tower Upgrade
Summary: Estevan City Council approves SaskTel's 5G tower upgrade project. Council members advocate for open house to address residents' concerns. SaskTel's tower project is part of the city's ongoing 5G network expansion. Estevan's city council has given the go-ahead for the upgrade of one of SaskTel's cell phone towers, converting it from 4G to 5G...
FBI Warns Against Using Public Charging Stations Due to “Juice Jacking” Threat
Summary: FBI cautions against public USB charging due to malware risks. Successful "juice jacking" attacks give hackers unrestricted device access. Use personal chargers and avoid sensitive tasks on public Wi-Fi for safety. “Juice jacking” sounds like a term for 'gym monkeys' on ‘roids’ but according to the FBI, it’s when bad actors take over public...
CIBC Mobile Banking App Ranks First in Benchmark Study
What You Need to Know: CIBC has won first place in the Canada Mobile Banking Emerging Features Benchmark 2023 study The study looked at apps by seven of the biggest Canadian banks by assets 42 mobile banking app features were examined in the study CIBC has claimed the top spot in the Insider Intelligence Canada...
Rogers to Bring 5G to TTC Subway, Acquires BAI Canada
Update: Responses from rivals Bell and Telus on Rogers now controlling the TTC subway networks: Bell response: "Surprising" Telus response: open up the networks to all Summary: Rogers has acquired BAI Canada, which held exclusive rights to network services in the TTC. The acquisition means Rogers will implement a 5G network to the TTC Subway...
You Can Now Download iOS 15.7.5 and More for Older Devices
Apple has released some new software updates for older devices including iOS 15.7.5, which includes "important security fixes and is recommended for all users,” says the update. Here’s what’s available for download: iOS 15.7.5 iPadOS 15.7.5 macOS Monterey 12.6.5 macOS Big Sur 11.7.6 You can update your iPhone and iPad by going to Settings >...
YouTube Premium Unveils New Features, Including Crispier 1080p HD on iOS
Summary: YouTube Premium is getting new features said Google on Monday. The subscription service now has 80 million subscribers and trial users. Some new iOS features include 1080p HD and SharePlay coming soon. YouTube Premium has unveiled new features for its 80 million subscribers and trial users and detailed the new features available today for...
iPhone 15 Pro Max CAD Renders Revealed by Reliable Leaker [PICS]
We now have what appear to be renders of Apple’s upcoming iPhone 15 Pro Max, and it comes from reliable leaker ShrimpApplePro. Just over a year ago, the leaker also shared CAD renders of the iPhone 14 Pro Max. "Excited to share photos of the iPhone 15 Pro Max CAD! This one was source from...
You Can Now Download iOS 16.4.1 for iPhone and More
Apple has released iOS 16.4.1 for download for iPhone users, and more software updates on Good Friday. The iOS 16.4.1 update says it provides “important bug fixes and security updates”, specifically mentioning how the pushing hands emoji does not show skin tone variations, while also fixing a bug related to Siri not responding in some...
Apple’s California Solar Farm with Tesla Megapacks Highlighted [VIDEO]
In 2019, Apple issued a Green Bond to fund renewable energy projects aimed at reducing the carbon impact of the energy used to charge Apple devices. One of these projects is the utility-scale battery at the California Flats Solar Project in Monterey County, California, which stores up to 240 megawatt-hours of renewable electricity for later...
Some Telecoms Waiving Data Overages Due to Ice Storm Outages [u]
With parts of Ontario and Quebec affected by an ice storm, TV, Internet, home phone and some wireless outages are ongoing, including 911 services. Now, some telcos have started to waive data overages due to the ice storm, specifically Videotron and Telus. "If you are a Videotron Internet customer and also have a mobile plan...
