Stories by Gary Ng
iOS 16.1 Beta 5 Download and More Released for Devs, iPadOS 16 Hits Beta 12
Apple has released a new round of beta software for developers, including iOS 16.1 beta 5, while iPadOS 16 hits beta 12, ahead of its October release. Check out what’s available for download below: iOS 16.1 beta 5 (20B5072b) iPadOS 16 beta 12 (20B5072b) macOS 13 beta 11 (22A5373b) tvOS 16.1 beta 5 (20K5068a) Again,...
Apple Launches ‘Ask Apple’ One-on-One Consultations for Developers
Apple announced on Tuesday the launch of Ask Apple, which are new one-on-one consultations for developers to connect with company experts for help and feedback. The company says developers can ask Apple experts for help on a variety of areas, including testing on the latest software seeds; implementing new and updated frameworks from Worldwide Developers Conference...
SaskTel Launches 5G Network in Moose Jaw
Image via City of Moose Jaw/Andy Hamilton Photography SaskTel announced on Tuesday it has started its 5G network rollout in the City of Moose Jaw, with the majority of the latter to have access by the end of March 2023. “I’m extremely pleased with the tremendous progress SaskTel has made since first launching their 5G...
Toronto Transit Commission Adds Free Wi-Fi to More Bus Routes
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) announced on Tuesday more bus routes have free onboard public Wi-Fi. Travellers on the 34 Eglinton East and 165 Weston Rd North bus routes now have free Wi-Fi on board, expanding the company’s rollout that started in May 2021, when the 35/935 Jane route gained Wi-Fi, followed by the 102/902 Markham...
iOS 16.0.3 Download Now Available with iPhone 14 Bug Fixes and More
Apple has released iOS 16.0.3 for iPhone users on Monday, with this release offering a variety of bug fixes, most for the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro. iOS 16.0.3 comes in as a 1.21GB download for the iPhone 14 Pro Max. It says it fixes the following bugs: Incoming call and app notifications may...
Zoomer Wireless Loses U.S. Roaming, No Alternatives Being Offered
Zoomer Wireless is run by Cityfone, with the latter a subsidiary of Rogers and running on the telecom’s LTE network. Back in May, customers were alerted their U.S. roaming access would end, due to AT&T and T-Mobile shutting down their 3G/HSPA networks on July 1, 2022. Fast forward to the fall, ahead of the season...
Telus, Koodo Network Down for Some, Data Not Working
According to user reports on social media, the Telus and Koodo network is currently down for some customers, affecting LTE and 5G networks. Some are saying 3G still works if you change it in settings (iPhone users: Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options > Voice & Data > select 3G). Downdetector noticed Telus was...
Canada ‘Got Fleeced’ for Spending $54 Million on ArriveCAN App: Tech Leaders
The federal government recently halted the mandatory use of its ArriveCAN app for travellers arriving in Canada, along with easing other COVID-19 measures. The app was criticized by the travel industry and also border officials for causing a decline in travel and also delays at airports. But now that the app’s requirement has been axed,...
Telus Ends Sponsorship with Hockey Canada for 2022-23, Joining Other Companies
Amid Hockey Canada’s mishandling of alleged sexual assaults by players, the organization’s leaders have refused to step down, despite facing questions in front of Members of Parliament this week. Sponsors are dropping Hockey Canada due to the lack of responsibility taken by the organization. On Thursday, Telus announced it would not be sponsoring Hockey Canada’s...
Apple Reminds Everyone the iPhone 14 Plus Launches on Friday
Apple reminded everyone today its newest iPhone 14 Plus with 6.7-inch display launches in stores on Friday, October 7, 2022. Those with pre-orders should expect deliveries on Friday. While the iPhone 14 Plus was unveiled alongside the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro devices last month, the launch date was pushed to early October, likely...
Google Pixel Watch Canadian Pricing Starts from $449
We now have Google Pixel Watch Canadian pricing to share. This is the first smartwatch built by Google and has a circular, domed design powered by Wear OS. Google Pixel Watch will have apps from Google such as Maps, Assistant and Wallet, while you’ll get health tracking by Fitbit. Check it out below... Pixel Watch...
Google Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro Canadian Pricing Starts from $799
Google officially unveiled all the details of its new Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro smartphones at its Made by Google ’22 live event today from the Williamsburg neighbourhood of New York City. While the design of both the 6.3-inch Pixel 7 and 6.7-inch Pixel 7 Pro have already been shared, more details were revealed...