Stories by John Quintet

Google has officially surpassed the 100 million subscriber mark for its Google One service, as announced by CEO Sundar Pichai on Friday. "We just crossed 100M Google One subscribers! Looking forward to building on that momentum with our new AI Premium Plan (launched yesterday) offering AI features like Gemini Advanced, plus Gemini in Gmail, Docs...

Apple is currently investigating a touch-related problem impacting the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, as revealed in an internal memo to Apple Authorized Service Providers, seen by MacRumors. The issue has been described by some customers as "ghost" touches, leading to weird, random screen behaviour and unintended actions such as accidental...

Apple's latest iOS 17.4 beta 2 has apparently broken Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) for users in the European Union, which means it affects these apps as alternatives to native iOS applications. Security researcher Tommy Mysk and the Open Web Advocacy group first noted the changes, highlighting a shift that places web apps at a notable...

In a move to curb the rising tide of auto thefts, Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne, has announced a ban on the importation, sale, and use of consumer hacking devices. These tools, including devices like flippers, have been exploited by criminals to steal vehicles by copying wireless signals from remote keyless entry systems. The decision was...

With iOS 17, iPadOS 17, and macOS Sonoma, Apple debuted a feature that allowed users to enhance their video calls with 3D effects triggered by hand gestures. Apple’s FaceTime app and other video conferencing applications would see visual effects such as fireworks or confetti by making specific hand signs, such as two thumbs up for...

The miscues of LastPass continues, and this time it doesn’t seem to be their own wrongdoing. The company has warned of a fake official LastPass app that somehow made its way into Apple’s App Store. The fake app named “LassPass Password Manager”, listed under developer Parvati Patel, tries to replicate LastPass's branding and user interface....

Earlier today Bell announced it was slashing 4,800 jobs as part of its biggest restructuring in 30 years, to go with selling off 45 radio stations, including numerous in B.C. The job cuts will see CTV News Vancouver weekday noon and weekend 6pm and 11pm shows axed, as part of Bell Media downsizing. The news...

Image via Not a Tesla App Tesla has started rolling out its 2024.2.3 software update for its fleet, bringing support for ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to improve the performance and dependability of its phone key feature, starting out for iPhone users, reports Tesla North. This update brings UWB support for newer Tesla vehicles, such as its...

Rogers has announced changes to its World Elite Mastercard, offering increased cash back rewards and additional benefits for Rogers, Fido, and Shaw customers, starting on April 9, 2024, according to an email obtained by iPhone in Canada. Cash back rewards will increase from 1.5% to 2% on all eligible purchases for customers subscribed to at...

Parliamentary hearings into the $54 million ArriveCan app and allegations of contracting misconduct were suddenly halted on Wednesday by Liberal, Bloc Québécois, and NDP MPs. This was made after the discovery of a preliminary report by a federal investigator, described by one Liberal MP as "scary," which raised concerns that further hearings could jeopardize ongoing...

Bell plans to shift from paper to electronic billing, joining its rivals Rogers and Telus. The company started notifying customers of the shift on their billing statements and Bell confirmed to iPhone in Canada the change will begin in April 2024. "Bell is transitioning from paper to electronic billing starting April 2024,” said a Bell...

Disney and Epic Games have announced a collaboration to create a new games and entertainment universe, leveraging Disney's extensive portfolio of stories and characters. This project aims to integrate with Fortnite, offering players a chance to enter the worlds of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, Avatar, and more. But this comes at a cost, as...