Stories by John Quintet

Social media platform X is moving closer to its goal of becoming an "Everything App." CEO Linda Yaccarino announced on Tuesday that Visa will be the first partner for the upcoming X Money Account, set to debut later this year. The XMoney Account introduces several features aimed at simplifying digital payments, such as secure and...

Google has confirmed it will rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America for users within the U.S. using Google Maps. This change comes in response to an executive order signed by President Donald Trump on January 20, his inauguration day, which called for the renaming of the body of water to reflect...

Bell Media's Crave has announced its list of new titles and movies coming to the streaming service in February 2025. Highlights include the highly-anticipated third season of HBO's The White Lotus, while season three of Showtime's Yellowjackets will also premiere. Check out the full list of what's coming to Crave in February 2025 below: HBO...

Apple has launched its 2025 Black Unity Collection to honour Black History Month and celebrate Black culture and community. The collection, entering its fifth year, again includes a new Apple Watch band, a custom watch face, and wallpapers for iPhone and iPad, all inspired by the "rhythm of humanity.” The new Black Unity Sport Loop band...

Apple is making big changes to improve Siri and its artificial intelligence efforts, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Kim Vorrath, a company veteran with 36 years at Apple, has been moved to the AI and machine learning team, reporting to AI chief John Giannandrea. Vorrath is known for handling tough projects like the original iPhone...

Videotron’s Freedom Mobile has now set an end date for its Canada-US-Mexico promo plans. The Freedom Mobile website states January 27 as the last day to get the following Canada-US-Mexico 5G plans: $35/50GB $45/75GB + 10GB Roam Beyond $55/100GB + 20GB Roam Beyond $29/10GB The January 27 end date is the same date posted by...

Tesla has launched its new Model Y refresh (codenamed ‘Juniper’) in Canada and the United States. The late Thursday evening launch brings the new Model Y to Canada, while the existing Model Y is still available. The debut comes after recent price increases to the Model 3 and Model Y, plus a stated February 1...

Epic Games is taking some big steps to expand its mobile game store, focusing on iOS devices in Europe, thanks to regulatory changes under the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). The plan includes the launch of a free games program, starting with Bloons TD 6 and Dungeon of the Endless: Apogee. Epic plans to cover...

Xbox today at its Developer_Direct 2025 shared new games coming to Xbox and more. Some of the highlights include Ninja Gaiden 4, coming this fall, and from the trailer, it looks pretty awesome. Here are all the games announced today and their release dates: DOOM: The Dark Ages – Launching May 15, 2025 South of...

Plex has unveiled a series of updates, including a preview of its redesigned Apple TV app, new community features, and improved benefits for Plex Pass subscribers. The platform now allows users to write and comment on reviews for their favourite movies and shows. Profiles can also be made public on Plex’s website, enabling users to...

Galaxy S25 Edge: Image via @chehonz201 Samsung today unveiled its S25 series smartphones but also had a “one more thing” moment. The company teased the upcoming S25 Edge at the end of its keynote, which is an ultra-thin smartphone coming in the first half of 2025. It will be priced below the $1,299 US starting...

The annual Bell Let’s Talk Day mental health initiative is back. This time around, Bell says if you donate first, they will match donations. Until midnight today, Bell says for every $5 donation you make, they will match it (up to $1 million in total). You can donate by texting YOUTH to 45678. Your wireless...