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Telus and Koodo “5G+” Icon Now Shows on iPhone [Update]

After today’s iOS 17.4 software update, it appears to have introduced a “5G+” icon for Telus and Koodo customers. That’s according to screenshots shared by iPhone in Canada readers after installing iOS 17.4. Customers located in downtown Toronto, for example, are seeing the 5G+ icon. But what about download speeds when showing 5G+? So far...

Sonos Sale for March Madness Takes 20% Off Select Speakers

Sonos has announced it is set to launch a sale for ‘March Madness’, the NCAA’s annual basketball tournament set to kick off later this month. The sale will save you 20% off select speakers, so you and your friends and family can root for your favourite teams with the power of Sonos sound. Here’s what’s...

Can’t Log into Facebook and Instagram–Both are Down [Update]

Update March 5, 9:02am PDT: Looks like Facebook and Instagram are working again...as you were. It’s not just you—Facebook and Instagram are down. What a way to start your Tuesday. If you’re trying to log into Facebook, you get an error message that reads, “the password you’ve entered is incorrect”, while Instagram is also showing...

Apple’s M3 MacBook Pro Will Support 2 External Monitors, Too

With today’s unveiling of the M3 MacBook Air in both 13 and 15-inch versions, the latter also will gain support for two external monitors (when the lid is closed). But what about the 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro? Well, it’s also going to similarly gain this update to support two external monitors while the lid is...

Belkin iPhone Mount for Apple TV 4K Now Available in Canada

Belkin has launched a new iPhone mount for the Apple TV 4K, designed to enhance the user's viewing and interaction experience. The mount comes with MagSafe, which allows the iPhone to be securely attached to a TV, allowing the rear camera to be used as a webcam on the Apple TV 4K for FaceTime and...

Apple’s 2024 Spring Collection for iPhone and Apple Watch is Here

On top of launching its new M3 MacBook Air lineup today, Apple has also unveiled a new spring collection for its iPhone Silicon Case and also various Apple Watch Bands. Below you can see a breakdown of what’s available today: iPhone 15 Silicone Case with MagSafe - $69 Soft Mint Sunshine Light Blue Pink Sport...

Apple Refurb M1 MacBook Air Drops Below $999 in Canada

Apple continues to tweak its MacBook Air pricing after debuting new M3 versions today for 13 and 15-inch models. While the 13-inch M2 MacBook Air saw a price drop, Apple also axed M1 MacBook Airs from its website. But the M1 is still available from its online refurbished store and also comes with a slight...

Apple Cuts the Price of M2 MacBook Air in Canada

After Apple revealed its M3 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air today, the company also cut the price of older M2 models. The 13-inch M2 MacBook Air pricing in Canada is now as follows: 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, 8GB RAM, 256 SSD: $1,299 (was $1,499 at launch) 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 8GB RAM, 512 SSD: $1,549...

Apple Unveils M3 MacBook Air, Pre-Order Now in Canada

As expected, Apple has revealed an update for the 13.6-inch and 15.3-inch MacBook Air, updating the laptop with its M3 chip. Apple made the announcement on Monday in a press release. The update brings a 60% performance boost compared to the M1 chip and is 13x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Air. Apple wants...

Apple to Skip March Event for iPad and Mac Updates: Report

All eyes are on Apple to unveil new Mac and iPad updates this month, but don’t expect a special event for the new products, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman on Sunday. Gurman writes, “Don’t expect a launch event”, in his weekly Power On newsletter. New iPad Pro models are coming, along with a larger 12.9-inch...

Freedom Mobile Offers Limited $25/100GB CAN-US Plan in Ontario

Quebecor’s Freedom Mobile has a super limited $25 Canada-US with 100GB of 5G data after Digital Discount, normally priced at $50 per month—but only for six months. Now, this plan is limited in its availability as it’s a targeted offer for southeastern Ontario. “Special offer for you. Try Freedom and save. Get 100GB of data...

Koodo Joins Rivals with $34/50GB Plan and Extra Perk

Alrighty, as expected Telus-owned Koodo has joined the mix with Fido and Koodo, debuting a $34/50GB plan again. Fido and Virgin Plus were the first to bring back the $34/50GB plan from Boxing Week on Friday, and Koodo matched on Saturday. Koodo’s $34/50GB plan has 4G speeds and replaces the $39/30GB plan from before. You...