Stories by Gary Ng

Nokia announced on Monday it will be building a new technology hub in Ottawa, Ontario, supported by government partnerships at the federal, provincial and municipal levels. The Finnish company says it will tear down its existing Ottawa facility to build a new "world-leading, sustainable research and development (R&D) hub,” expected to bring 340 new jobs,...

Last week we told you about an original 2007 iPhone in a sealed box for sale from New Orleans-based LCG Auctions, which was expected to break new price records for the Apple creation. On Monday, LCG Auctions said the rare 2007 iPhone sold for a record price of $39,340 USD ($53,978 CAD) on Sunday at...

Telus prepaid brand, Public Mobile, announced on Monday it now offers new plans with “digital savings”. According to the wireless carrier, "Our 100% digital storefront and online support means we can pass our savings onto you." Back in July, Public Mobile revived 4G speed plans and today we see an adjustment of both its 4G...

Amazon Canada has released its 2021 Small Business Empowerment Report, providing details into third party sellers on its online platform, ranging from small to medium-sized businesses. The online retailer says there’s now over 41,000 Canadian selling partners. In 2021, the total sales of its Canadian selling partners on Amazon.ca saw combined revenue increase 20% year...

Apple has shared a new ad for its latest Apple Watch Ultra, titled “Call to the Wild”. The ad shows the new watch in a variety of extreme conditions, touting its durability for adventures. "Meet the new Apple Watch Ultra. With a robust titanium case, our biggest, brightest Apple Watch display ever, a customizable Action...

Popular transit app, Rocketman, announced this week it will be shutting down its services and app on November 17, 2022. "Since 2019, the Rocketman team has worked hard to provide commuters peace of mind. We’ve built a strong community of Canadians going from A to B and are incredibly proud of the value we’ve delivered,”...

Google last week announced their new Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro and for the first time, its first Pixel Watch. The new Pixel Watch is available in just Wi-Fi at $449.99 CAD, or a 4G LTE version at $529.99 CAD that can connect to Telus and Bell (not Rogers; you’ll need a monthly smartwatch plan...

Google has officially launched sales of its new Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel Watch devices today. The new flagship Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro smartphones gain an updated design, while being powered by the next-generation Google Tensor G2 chip, along with camera upgrades, to go with face unlock. The Pixel Watch is...

According to New Orleans-based LCG Auctions, a rare factory-sealed Apple iPhone from 2007 is expected to top records. Apple’s first iPhone launched on June 29, 2007 and cost $599 USD with 8GB of storage, in what has been one of the most influential products ever made. According to LCG Auctions, a similar sealed original iPhone...

Netflix has announced its new ad-supported tier in Canada will cost $5.99 CAD per month and launch on November 1, 2022, in line with rumours from last month. This service will cost $6.99 USD in the United States when it launches there on November 3. Netflix Basic with ads pricing in Canada at $5.99 CAD...

Apple Card, the credit card for iPhone users in the U.S., is set to gain a new high-yield Saving account in the coming months, from Goldman Sachs. According to Apple, the Daily Cash earned from everyday purchases made with Apple Card will be automatically deposited into this Savings account. Users will also be able to...

You can now download 1Password 8 for Apple Watch, an all-new version of the app made for the iPhone maker’s wearable device. This latest version of 1Password 8 for Apple Watch works even when your iPhone isn’t with you and even when no internet connection is available. You’ll be able to access your passwords including...