Stories by Gary Ng

In a move to expand its digital footprint, Bell has announced the introduction of a high-speed cable internet service in specific regions of Québec. This initiative aims to cater to areas where fibre internet remains inaccessible, said a Bell spokesperson to iPhone in Canada on Thursday. The new service has speeds of up to 400Mbps,...

Dyson, a brand synonymous with innovation, has once again pushed the boundaries with its latest offering - the Dyson Purifier Big+Quiet Formaldehyde. As the name suggests, this air purifier is substantial in size, making it an ideal choice for larger rooms or open spaces. But does its performance justify the hefty price tag of $1,399.99...

Nearly two years ago, Apple launched the Apple Music Voice plan for $4.99/month in Canada, offering a music streaming option that was powered solely by Siri. Fast forward to this month and Apple has announced it will be discontinuing this cheaper version of Apple Music. The company recently released a support document detailing the upcoming...

Distributel, an independent telecom acquired by Bell in September 2022, is reportedly set to discontinue its Wholesale Broadband product as of December 31, 2021, according to a memo obtained by iPhone in Canada. The news was communicated via an email sent to all wholesalers on June 1, 2023, but many providers reportedly failed to receive...

LEGO is offering a range of building sets this holiday season that caters to both children and adults, providing a fun family activity for the weekend as the weather turns heading into winter. The Modern Art set, priced at $64.99 and consisting of 805 pieces, allows builders to explore their creativity by assembling a bespoke...

The new Apple Pencil with USB-C is now available for order in Canada at a price of $109. According to shipping estimates to B.C., delivery times are showing as fast as November 6, 2023. The stylus is designed for a range of uses including note-taking, sketching, and annotating. It features a matte finish and a...

Disney+ has officially launched an ad-supported subscription offering in Canada, as previously teased. The new tier, named "Disney+ Standard with Ads," is available alongside existing subscription plans, which have been rebranded as "Disney+ Premium." "Our new ad tier and standard tier offerings give our viewers the freedom to choose how they experience all that Disney+...

John Chen, the CEO of former Canadian tech darling BlackBerry, announced his retirement yesterday, effective November 4, 2023. Chen, who took the helm of the company in November 2013, cited the stabilization of BlackBerry's future as the reason for his departure. In a letter on Tuesday, Chen says he was coaxed out of retirement in...

After refreshing the 24-inch iMac with a new M3 chip, Apple has stuck with Lighting ports for its Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse and Magic Trackpad. Many thought with the iPhone 15 lineup shifting from Lighting to USB-C, everything else from the company was destined to make the switch as well. But hold onto your pants...

With the refresh of Apple’s 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro with the newest M3 chips, the 13-inch MacBook Pro has been terminated, resulting in the death of the controversial Touch Bar. Apple previously had 13-inch MacBook Pro options available with its M2 chip starting at $1,699 CAD, but that is no longer available. Everyone now...

Apple yesterday held a rare Monday evening special event, streamed online. The company unveiled its new M3 Apple Silicon family, debuting the M3 for the 24-inch iMac and M3 Pro and M3 Max for the 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro. The event saw Apple CEO Tim Cook say “good evening,” (instead of “good morning” like...

Apple announced its next-generation M3 chip family tonight for the 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro and 24-inch iMac. Canadian pricing for the new M3 iMac is now available—check it out below: iMac with 8-core GPU starts at $1,699 (CAD) and $1,629 (CAD) for education, and is available in four colours: green, pink, blue, and silver....