Stories by Gary Ng

Alleged iOS 17 Features Detailed by Leaker

Summary: Anonymous leaker claims to know iOS 17 features iOS 17 will support all iPhone models that were supported by iOS 16, including A11 Bionic chip devices. The update will focus on performance, efficiency, stability, and long-term support for older devices. A leaker by the name of ‘941’ claims to have detailed some new features...

Ubisoft+ on Xbox Launches in Canada and Beyond

Ubisoft+ on Xbox has launched in Canada and beyond. The premium gaming subscription offers access to a growing catalogue of award-winning games, including franchise favourites like Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Tom Clancy. Subscribers can also enjoy new releases on day one with Premium Edition access, monthly rewards, and 10% off all virtual currency purchases....

New iPhone 15 Pro Volume Buttons Imagined in Renders [VIDEO]

What will the volume buttons on the iPhone 15 Pro look like? According to new renders from MacRumors, working with details from leaker ‘Unknownz21’, we have some pictures of what they might look like. Teaser: it’s not revolutionary. Images and video show what the mute, volume and power buttons may look like on an iPhone...

Freedom Mobile Name to Stay, 20% Price Cuts Coming: Quebecor CEO

Summary: Quebecor's Videotron acquired Freedom Mobile from Shaw under the Rogers-Shaw deal. Quebecor CEO Péladeau plans to offer a better product and price to get market share from Rogers, Telus and Bell. Freedom Mobile will invest $150 million to upgrade the network, including 5G within two years. As part of the Rogers-Shaw deal, Quebecor’s Videotron...

Apple Plans 100 Percent Recycled Cobalt in Batteries by 2025

Summary: Apple plans to use only recycled cobalt in all its batteries by 2025. Apple aims to use recycled materials for magnets and circuit boards in its products by 2025. Apple already uses recycled materials in a significant portion of its products. Apple announced on Thursday it has set a new 2025 target to use...

Virgin Plus Increases Prices of Some Plans, Matching Fido and Koodo

Summary: Virgin Plus has increased select plans by $2 The expected changes match competitors Fido and Koodo The 20GB plan was as cheap as $30 during Black Friday As expected, Bell’s Virgin Plus has increased select bring your own phone prices to match rivals Fido and Koodo. Virgin Plus updated its website on Thursday to...

tvOS 16.4.1 Download Now Available for Apple TV

Apple has released tvOS 16.4.1 for the Apple TV HD and all models of its Apple TV 4K, with build 20L498 now available. According to Apple, this update doesn't have any published Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE). Earlier this week, Apple released macOS Big Sur 11.7.6, macOS Monterey 12.6.5 and iOS 15.7.5 and iPadOS 15.7.5...

Fido Increases the Prices of Select Plans, Copying Koodo

Summary: Fido has increased select plans by $2 per month The price changes have seemingly matched price increases by Koodo Virgin Plus will likely follow suit today or tomorrow After Koodo increased some prices last night (we had a story scheduled first thing this morning) by $2 per month, we’re now seeing competitors do the...

SaskTel Seeks Public Input on Melfort Cell Tower Proposal

Summary: SaskTel proposes a cell tower in Melfort, prompting public consultation. Melfort City Council approves the consultation plan, though not unanimously. The tower aims to improve cellular coverage in Melfort and the surrounding area. SaskTel is planning to solicit public feedback regarding the proposed construction of a large cell tower in Melfort. The crown corporation...

Bell Sues Copper Thief to Send Message to Vandals

Summary: Bell faces 170+ copper theft incidents, causing over $3 million in damages. These thefts lead to service interruptions, affecting customers and emergency service access. Bell takes legal action and calls for government help to increase fines and protect critical infrastructure. Bell's network has been grappling with a surge in copper theft incidents, with over...

Koodo Increases Prices of Tab Plans and Select BYOD Plans

Summary: Koodo price increases of $2 per month have been applied to select plans. Minimum monthly plans for Tab contracts have gone up in price. Select bring your own device plans have also gone up in price. Telus-owned Koodo has increased the starting prices of Tab plans and also select bring your own device (BYOD)...