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Rogers announced on Thursday it is the presenting sponsor of Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour" in Vancouver, just like it is for the artist’s Toronto shows. The pop star is set to perform at BC Place on December 6, 7, and 8, 2024. Rogers says it will be giving away “hundreds” of premium seats for...

Apple's latest M3 Max chip, set to feature in the new 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro, has made its debut in the Geekbench 6 database, shedding light on its CPU capabilities. Preliminary results show the M3 Max chip, identified under the "Mac15,9" model (apparently the 16-inch MacBook Pro), boasts a multi-core score of 21,084 (via...

Apple Arcade is set to enhance lineup this holiday season, introducing eight new titles for subscribers. These additions come alongside over 50 updates to existing games on the platform. “We’ve added nearly 60 new games to Apple Arcade this year, and subscribers and their families have been loving the breadth and depth of the catalog...

New performance data from Geekbench 6 indicates that Apple's recently unveiled M3 chip outpaces its M2 predecessor by up to 20% in both single-core and multi-core metrics. The findings corroborate Apple's assertions made during its recent "Scary Fast" event. The Geekbench 6 database shows that the M3 chip scored around 3,000 in single-core and approximately...

Lucasfilm's "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," the concluding chapter of the iconic franchise, is set to stream exclusively on Disney+ Canada starting December 1, 2023. Alongside the film, a feature-length documentary titled "Timeless Heroes" will also debut on the platform. Directed by Laurent Bouzereau, an award-winning filmmaker, "Timeless Heroes" delves into the life...

SpaceX’s Starlink has introduced refurbished hardware kits available for $250 in the Canadian market, according to the company's recently updated website reports Tesla North. This offer presents a 50% discount compared to the standard hardware kit, which is priced at $499 CAD as part of promo pricing right now (normally $759). The refurbished kits are...

Telus, in collaboration with Canadian-based TerreStar Solutions operating under the Strigo brand, has successfully conducted a trial using satellite connectivity to facilitate voice calls and text messages between smartphones. The trial also included connecting to Internet of Things (IoT) devices. "This groundbreaking trial demonstrates the power of satellite technology and advances Telus' mission to bring...

Chrome on iOS has rolled out a new feature allowing users to reposition the address bar to the bottom of their iPhone screens. The update comes as part of Chrome's ongoing efforts to enhance user experience on iOS devices, which includes AI-driven text translation and address detection on websites. Nick Kim Sexton, Product Manager for...

Apple's latest M3 Pro chip, featured in the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models, has 25% less memory bandwidth than its M1 Pro and M2 Pro counterparts used in previous generations. Despite being based on the latest 3-nanometer technology and boasting a new GPU architecture, the M3 Pro system on a chip (SoC) offers...

Microsoft has announced the release of Windows 11 2023 Update, also known as version 23H2. The update offers a limited range of new features and functionalities, delivered through a familiar and reliable update process. The 23H2 update is a scoped, cumulative release that includes recently announced features and some new enhancements. One notable change is...

Telus and electric vehicle charging network FLO, have announced a strategic partnership aimed at bolstering Canada's EV charging infrastructure. Quebec-based FLO will utilize Telus' dedicated IoT network solutions and connectivity platforms to enhance the reliability and operational efficiency of its Level 2 and Direct Current Fast Chargers (DCFC) across North America. The technology is expected...

Bell MTS announced today the introduction of the fastest Internet service in Manitoba, offering symmetrical download and upload speeds of three gigabits per second. The service is available on Manitoba's growing fibre network and comes with the new Giga Hub and exclusive Wi-Fi 6E pods for full home coverage says the company. "Today marks an...