Stories by John Quintet

Statistics Canada has introduced a new approach to tracking cellular service prices, aiming to provide a more accurate picture of what Canadians pay for wireless services. Back in July, we told you StatsCan was set to change how it tracked wireless pricing in Canada, and now we have some more details. The updated Cellular Services...

Eve Systems has launched the Matter version of its Eve Light Switch, available in Canada for $69.95. The new switch allows direct control via iOS 18 from iPhone 15 Pro and all models of iPhone 16 without the need for a home hub, making it a first in its category. The Eve Light Switch brings...

Conservative MP Michael Barrett questioned the federal government’s $2.14 billion investment in Telesat, asking SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on social media, "How much would it cost to provide Starlink to every Canadian household without high-speed internet?" Musk replied, "Less than half that amount." Following Barrett’s comments, Liberals have defended the investment. François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of...

Apple has officially released iOS 18 for download for iPhone today, as promised. It's starting to roll out in Canada and should be available any minute now. Update: Now live in Canada as of 10:06am PT/1:o6pm ET. Despite the hype of Apple Intelligence at WWDC, the AI feature won’t officially launch in Canada until December...

Apple has updated its iPhone Repair & Service page with prices for fixing iPhone 16 series smartphones, when it comes to cracked screens, back glass, rear cameras and battery replacements (via MacRumors). Last year, we saw repair costs for the iPhone 15 Pro Max drop compared to the iPhone 14 Pro Max. This year, costs...

Ron McKenzie, Chief Technology and Information Officer at Rogers, announced his retirement on Friday. McKenzie shared the news on LinkedIn, reflecting on his long tech career. “It’s been an incredible journey and an honour to be part of our industry, helping to bring technological advancements that have truly changed the way we live and connect,”...

Looks like you won’t be getting iconic Apple logo stickers in your iPhone 16 box, as the company has killed that longstanding tradition. Apple has confirmed that the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro will not include Apple stickers in box. The company stated that stickers will now only be available upon request when purchasing...

If your employer offers the Telus Exclusive Partner Program (EPP), you may want to check your online portal for the latest deals. Right now, one deal from the Telus EPP being offered in Quebec is a $50/100GB Canada-US plan, but with $15/month in credits, taking it down to $35 per month. That’s a pretty decent...

Telesat has finalized $2.54 billion in funding agreements with the federal and Quebec governments for its Telesat Lightspeed Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network. The funding will support the global Telesat Lightspeed project, including satellite manufacturing, launch vehicles, ground stations, and operational support systems. “Our government is focused on Canadians and today’s announcement with Telesat...

Rogers and the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) are ending free public Wi-Fi service in Toronto’s subway stations, a move criticized for widening the city’s “digital divide.” The TConnect system, launched over a decade ago, has faced “chronic underinvestment” and is now “reaching its end of life,” according to a TTC briefing note, according to the...

Belkin introduced its revamped InvisiGlass screen protection line for the latest iPhone 16 models this week. The new collection supports iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max and is now available on the company’s website, and coming soon to select Canadian retailers. Updated InvisiGlass screen protectors are made from...

A decade ago, indie developer Nguyen Ha Dong from Hanoi, Vietnam, created the ultimate smash viral hit called Flappy Bird. At the time, Flappy Bird at launch was getting 2-3 million downloads daily on iOS and Android, solely through organic reach and growth. The free game took Dong about three days to make. The game...