Stories by John Quintet

Apple has just dropped iOS 18.1 for iPhone, iPadOS 18.1 for iPad and macOS Sequoia 15.1, introducing its first set of Apple Intelligence features for those with an iPhone 15 Pro or newer, or iPad and Mac with M1 or later. For Canadians, Apple Intelligence is only available when you change settings to US English....

A jury in Delaware awarded Apple $250 in a lawsuit against Masimo Corp., finding that some of the company's older smartwatches infringed on Apple Watch design patents. The verdict is the latest chapter in a heated dispute between the two companies over smartwatch tech. Apple attorney John Desmarais told jurors during closing arguments, “We’re not...

Telus has announced the completion of a major data infrastructure overhaul, marking a significant advancement in its partnership with Google Cloud and cloud solution provider, Onix. The transition from fragmented, on-premise systems to a unified cloud-based platform aims to improve data accessibility, reduce energy consumption, and enable AI-powered solutions to bring better customer experiences and...

Apple recently tested a prediabetes management app with select employees, according to reporting by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The app aims to help users track food intake and lifestyle changes while showing how different foods impact blood sugar levels, encouraging healthier habits. Participants in the test earlier this year had to verify their prediabetes status through...

The Ottawa Convention Centre has signed a 10-year naming rights deal with Rogers, rebranding the venue as Rogers Centre Ottawa. Formerly, it was named the Shaw Centre. We know that Rogers previously acquired Shaw, so naturally the naming would eventually change. “We are excited to announce this incredible partnership with Rogers Communications,” said Jim Armour,...

Bell Media has announced its list of new shows and movies coming to Crave in November 2024. In November, HBO debuts the highly anticipated series Dune: Prophecy on November 17. Fans of comedy can catch Conan Without Borders (Seasons 1-2) streaming starting November 29. The month wraps up with the premiere of the critically acclaimed...

OnePlus has officially unveiled its latest operating system, OxygenOS 15, emphasizing fast performance, sleek design, and advanced AI features. This release continues the company’s mission of delivering a "Fast & Smooth" experience while addressing user feedback to enhance functionality and design. This update is based on Android 15 for OnePlus phones. Arthur Lam, Director of...

Rogers announced a $526 million profit for the third quarter of 2024, along with strong growth in wireless services. Total revenue was $5.1 billion for the quarter, a 1% increase compared to the same period one year ago. The company gained 101,000 new postpaid wireless customers and 93,000 prepaid users, contributing to a 2% increase...

Update Oct. 24, 2024: Apple has officially launched Sleep Apnea notifications today for all on Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch Series 10, and Apple Watch Ultra 2. It's not just for beta users of iOS 18.1 and iOS 18.2. Update Oct. 23, 2024: iPhone in Canada can confirm the Sleep Apnea feature has also...

Netflix Canada has released its list of new shows and movies coming to the streaming service in November 2024. For Netflix Games, coming soon on October 29 includes Monument Valley 2, Netflix Stories: Outer Banks, while Rollercoaster Tycoon Touch is available now. If only I had time to play all these mobile games. I'll be...

Apple is developing a new gaming hub that looks to combine features from the App Store and Game Center into a single app, according to 9to5Mac. Reliable sources familiar with the project say that the app will not replace Game Center but instead integrate with users' Game Center profiles. The new app is expected to...

Apple’s updated iPad mini (2024) with A17 Pro chip was announced by a press release last week. Today, the media embargo on the first reviews was lifted. Most reviews called this a minor and “boring” upgrade, as nothing really changed aside from the chip upgrade, while the “jelly scrolling” issue appears to be fixed, according...