Stories by John Quintet

Apple has unveiled the specifications of its iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, with the same 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch displays like last year. Crafted with a titanium design enclosure, this iteration stands out as the lightest among the Pro models. The phone also boasts the thinnest borders in iPhone history. Despite its dimensions...

Apple has released details about its new iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus models. Both phones will carry over the "Dynamic Island" feature from the previous iPhone 14 Pro. The display brightness has been adjusted to reach up to 1600 nits, with a potential maximum of 2000 nits, doubling the brightness level of the iPhone...

Apple has introduced the Watch Ultra 2, continuing its legacy of cutting-edge technology and sustainability. At its core lies the S9 SiP, retaining all the new features associated with this powerhouse. The display has been amped up to a stunning 3000 nits brightness, ensuring optimal readability even in direct sunlight. An innovative modular ultra watch...

Apple has been shifting production of its devices away from China, with partners such as Foxconn setting up shop in India. Now, sources familiar with Apple's plans have revealed that the company is poised to offer the iPhone 15 assembled in India on its global sales debut day, reports Bloomberg. This would be the first...

Instagram's newly introduced search functionality on Threads, its text-based social platform, quickly faced controversy after users discovered blocked search terms related to "covid" and "long covid." Upon attempting these searches, a blank screen appeared with a pop-up directing users to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's website, reports The Washington Post. Parent company Meta...

According to Steve Moser from The Tape Drive, Meta is in the process of introducing AI chat capabilities into WhatsApp. Code strings discovered within the mobile application hint at users having the ability to engage in conversations with various AI personalities. The codes read: "We'll let you know when you can talk to different characters...

Quebecor’s Videotron has added NBCUniversal's reality TV streaming platform, Hayu, to its Helix offering, giving its customers in Québec direct access to the service. This collaboration lets Videotron users enjoy more than 300 reality series, including popular shows like "Love Island," "Vanderpump Rules," and exclusive content such as "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen."...

Apple is set to unveil its new iPhone 15 series smartphones in just under two hours. Questions remain about what surprises are coming still and we'll find out soon enough. As for the starting storage for the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max? According to MacRumors, it says it was able to confirm...

Meta is reportedly developing a new artificial intelligence (AI) system to rival OpenAI's most advanced model, reports the Wall Street Journal. This development comes in the wake of OpenAI's success with ChatGPT, backed by Microsoft. The forthcoming AI model from Meta, set for a potential unveiling next year, is projected to surpass the capabilities of...

In a significant move to bolster global connectivity, Ottawa-based Telesat has inked a deal with Elon Musk's SpaceX to launch its Lightspeed satellite constellation into Low Earth Orbit (LEO), reports Tesla North. The collaboration includes 14 launches using SpaceX's reliable and reusable Falcon 9 rocket. Each mission will carry up to 18 Telesat Lightspeed satellites,...

In the wake of the devastating earthquake in Morocco, Canada's major telcos— Rogers, Telus, and Bell—have announced support to affected Canadians and their families. Rogers announced that it will temporarily waive long-distance call and SMS charges for its Rogers, Fido, and chatr customers to Morocco until September 19, 2023. In a bid to further aid...

In a significant announcement made today, François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, revealed new spectrum licence conditions, mandating Rogers give Telus, Bell and other carriers wireless access to the TTC subway, by October 3, 2023. This announcement was made with Olivia Chow, Toronto's Mayor, and several members of Parliament from the Toronto area...