Stories by John Quintet

Freedom Mobile has a promo right now on last year’s Google Pixel 8, offering the device for $10 per month on financing over 24 months. But the deal here is it can be paired with a $45/month plan—that includes $10/month in credits. The Pixel 8 retails for $949 from Freedom Mobile. But right now it...

Two years ago Tesla expanded its CCS Combo 1 Adapter sales to Canada, offering Tesla owners another way to charge their vehicles at third-party DC fast chargers. While Tesla’s Supercharger network is extensive in and around major cities, for those heading off the beaten path, or living in areas where Superchargers have yet to materialize,...

Telus has launched EnContinu+, a new streaming bundle for French customers, which includes Videotron's Club illico, Netflix, and Prime Video. It's basically the French version of its Stream+ that debuted earlier this year for English customers. Available to Telus and Koodo customers, the bundle combines francophone and international content in one package, starting at $25...

Koodo is offering up some Telus migration offers again to select customers, essentially sweetheart deals to get them to switch over to the parent company. The Telus flanker brand sent out an email on Friday morning to Koodo customers, obtained by iPhone in Canada, that says, “Up for an exclusive offer? Say no more." The...

On September 1, Bravo will return to Canada, featuring new seasons of popular unscripted U.S. TV series, through Rogers. Reality TV shows such as The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City (premiering September 18 at 9 p.m. ET/PT), The Real Housewives of New York City(premiering October 1 at 9 p.m. ET/PT), Below Deck Sailing Yacht,...

The CRTC says it is taking steps to improve cellphone service along nearly 100 kilometres of major roads in Newfoundland and Labrador, Quebec, and Ontario. The Commission will provide $17 million to Bell, TBayTel, Telus, and Sogetel Mobilité to build new cell towers and boost cellphone coverage along eight major roads. Bell and Telus will...

If you subscribe to Rogers Ignite TV and have extra boxes in your home, the price is jumping up by 70% as of September 17, 2024. These boxes are required for your TV to watch Rogers Ignite TV. A recent bill notice sent out by Rogers and obtained by iPhone in Canada says the price...

LEGO announced on Wednesday its new lineup of advent calendars for the 2024 holiday season, which offers a fun and interactive way to countdown to Christmas, instead of chocolate or candies. These all-new advent calendars from LEGO include a new build every day (24 surprises), and this year there are various sets available at two...

Amazon Music Canada, in partnership with Parks Canada, has announced a new series titled Northern Echoes, set to launch this fall. The series looks to highlight undiscovered Canadian artists in a video format against the backdrop of Canada’s national historic sites, parks, and marine conservation areas. I don't think it can get any more Canadian...

Sonos has announced the release of its latest software update, version 80.07.05 for Android and 80.07.03 for iOS, which began rolling out to users on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. The update will be gradually made available over several days, allowing Sonos to monitor the rollout closely and address any issues promptly. Here’s what’s new according...

California-based Apple accessory maker, Nomad, has unveiled the Rocky Point Band, its first watch band specifically designed for the Apple Watch Ultra. While Nomad’s existing bands are known for their compatibility with the Apple Watch Ultra, the Rocky Point Band is geared for adventurous users. You know, the type that needs to sport the Apple...

Apple announced today that Chief Financial Officer Luca Maestri will transition from his role on January 1, 2025. Maestri will continue to oversee Corporate Services, reporting directly to CEO Tim Cook. Kevan Parekh, currently Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis at Apple, will take over as CFO and join the executive team. “Luca has...