Stories by Gary Ng

Apple is developing a system to ensure that sealed and new iPhones sold at its retail stores come with the latest software pre-installed. The move aims to address the issue of new iPhones usually shipping with outdated software, which can be problematic for customers, especially if the older version contains high-profile bugs and doesn’t have...

Bell-owned Virgin Mobile has weekly perks for its customers and the latest ‘Member Monday’ reward to kick off this week comes in the form of credits towards your next ride with Uber. According to Virgin Mobile, members can get $10 towards their next Uber ride. Existing customers can grab their promo code from the company’s...

Back in April, Rogers completed its acquisition of Shaw, aside from the latter’s Freedom Mobile unit which was sold to Quebecor. For Shaw home phone, internet and TV customers, they have now transitioned over to Rogers and now it appears the first price increase is coming to internet customers. While Rogers has promised Shaw Mobile...

Amazon Canada has introduced its checkout-free Just Walk Out technology in two Canadian sports arenas, aiming to enhance the fan experience by eliminating the need to stand in line to pay for food and beverages. The technology launched at Scotiabank Saddledome, home of the NHL's Calgary Flames, on September 29, and more recently at Scotiabank...

Bell Aliant announced that internet and home phone services were disrupted for customers in Fosterville, New Brunswick, due to a copper cable theft. The issue was resolved nearly five hours later, according to a company statement on Thursday. This incident adds to the growing problem of copper theft affecting telecom companies. Bell Aliant has recently...

Quebecor is set to extend the service areas of its Videotron, Fizz, and Freedom Mobile brands in Canada, thanks to the new regulatory framework for Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) services established by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). The phased expansion aims to make these services accessible to millions more Canadian consumers. "The...

Telus-owned Koodo announced today that it is offering a three-month Amazon Prime membership as an add-on to its mobility service. The offer is available to both new and existing customers with plans starting at $55 per month. After the initial three months, the Amazon Prime membership will renew at its regular price of $9.99 per...

Apple has teamed up with American actress Storm Reid (A Wrinkle in Time, The Invisible Man, Euphoria) for a "Study With Me" video, aimed at helping viewers focus on their studies. The video employs the Pomodoro Technique, a time-management method involving 25-minute study sessions followed by 5-minute breaks. "We're going to be using the Pomodoro...

Google last week announced its new Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2, its latest offerings heading into the holiday season. We had the opportunity to go hands-on with these latest devices so let’s take a look at what’s new. The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro this time around have more rectangular...

Apple on Tuesday released third betas of its latest software for developers to download and test, including iOS 17.1 and more. Check out what’s available for download right now for developers: iOS 17.1 beta 3 (21B5066a) iPadOS 17.1 beta 3 (21B5066a) macOS 14.1 beta 3 (23B5067a) watchOS 10.1 beta 3 (21S5063a) Equivalent public beta versions...

Apple on Tuesday released iOS 16.7.1 and iPadOS 16.7.1 downloads for older devices, dating back to the iPhone 8 lineup and iPhone X from 2017, as these were cut off from iOS 17. Apple typically releases updates for older devices when security updates are available. iPadOS 16.7.1 will be available for iPad 5, 12.9-inch iPad...

Prime Video announced the addition of Rogers-owned Sportsnet to its Prime Video Channels offering in Canada, allowing subscribers easy access live NHL hockey and a range of other sports content. For $19.99/month, Prime members can add Sportsnet as an add-on channel, providing access to both national and regional Sportsnet channels. "We’re delighted to add premium...