Stories by John Quintet

The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) is set to create a new policy aimed at curbing the use of cellphones in classrooms. This decision came to light during the TDSB's Governance and Policy Committee meeting on Wednesday, where trustees voted in favor of developing a comprehensive cellphone and mobile device policy. Ward 11 Don Valley...

The streaming date for Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning in Canada has been announced on Friday. The latest from the global action series will debut on Paramount+ on Thursday, January 25, in Canada and the U.S. Meanwhile, additional international Paramount+ markets will get the movie in the beginning of February 2024, according to...

YouTube and Spotify have decided not to create dedicated apps for Apple's upcoming Vision Pro headset, which starts pre-orders on Friday, January 19 in the U.S. According to Bloomberg, YouTube confirmed a native visionOS app won’t be available for Vision Pro, while its iPad app won’t work on the headset either. "YouTube users will be...

Bell has been facing a significant challenge with a surge in copper wire thefts in Atlantic Canada for its subsidiary Bell Aliant, which has repeatedly disrupted internet and television services for hundreds of customers. The latest incidents in Harvey and Hartland over the weekend marked a continuation of the disruptions that have plagued the company...

SaskTel has recently expanded its 5G network to nearly 50 additional cell sites, enhancing connectivity in rural communities and along key highway corridors in Saskatchewan. “Our government understands that advanced communication technologies and networks are an important catalyst for economic growth and improved quality of life for all Saskatchewan residents,” said Dustin Duncan, Minister Responsible...

Instagram has launched 'nighttime nudges', a feature aimed at encouraging teens to log off late at night. This initiative is part of Meta's broader strategy to offer teens and their parents tools for managing time spent on their apps, said the company in an email to iPhone in Canada. The 'nighttime nudges' will activate when...

Netflix has decided not to develop an app for Apple’s upcoming Vision Pro headset, a notable absence for the new technology priced at $3,499 USD, set to debut on February 2. This decision marks a significant departure for the world's leading video subscription service, which otherwise offers apps for Apple's other devices like the iPhone,...

Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has criticized Apple for its new compliance plan, which he claims undermines a District Court's injunction. Sweeney expressed his concerns on X, stating that Apple's plan "totally undermines the order allowing 'buttons, external links, or other calls to action that direct customers to purchasing mechanisms, in addition to IAP [In-App...

Amazon MGM Studios has announced a significant multi-year agreement with Pinewood Toronto Studios, marking its first long-term commitment to studio space in Canada and its second outside the United States. The deal includes exclusive access to five new state-of-the-art sound stages, workshops, and office space, totaling approximately 160,000 square feet in Downtown Toronto. The announcement...

Rogers has confirmed the retirement of board members Melinda Rogers-Hixon and Martha Rogers. This decision is part of a private settlement within the Rogers family, said a press release on Wednesday. “On behalf of the board and management of Rogers Communications, I want to thank Melinda and Martha for their numerous contributions to our company...

Xbox Game Pass has announced an exciting lineup of games coming soon, including "Palworld," "Persona 3 Reload," "F1 23," and more, as shared by Megan Spurr, Community Lead at Xbox Game Pass, on Tuesday. The service continues to expand its diverse game offerings, providing something for every type of gamer. We now have a list...

The federal government has suspended an assistant deputy minister and a director-general, both without pay, in a case involving alleged misconduct in the awarding of a federal contract related to the ArriveCan app, which cost taxpayers over $54 million dollars. Cameron MacDonald, assistant deputy minister at Health Canada, and Antonio Utano, a director-general at the...