Stories by John Quintet

Apple Original Film ‘Fingernails’ Selected for Toronto Film Festival

Apple Original Films has announced the release date for its eagerly-awaited romantic drama, "Fingernails." This film, selected for the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), showcases notable actors Jessie Buckley, Riz Ahmed, Jeremy Allen White, and Luke Wilson. At the 2023 TIFF, “Fingernails” will see its international premiere on September 12, 2023, at 6:30pm PDT/9:30pm EDT...

iPhone 15 Possibly Shows Up on Certification Website

We may have another hint that Apple’s iPhone 15 is coming soon, not that you need more convincing at this point if you’ve been following the company’s predictable launch cycles. An unknown Apple smartphone model, A3094, has been identified on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification website, according to MySmartPrice. This spotting has fueled...

Apple Begins iPhone 15 Production in India, Says Report

Apple has reportedly started the production of its next-generation iPhone 15 in Tamil Nadu, India, reports Bloomberg. The Foxconn factory located in Sriperumbudur is gearing up to roll out the latest iPhone 15 models. This comes shortly after the start of shipments from Chinese factories, highlighting Apple's intent to rapidly augment the volume of iPhones...

Tesla Debuts Universal Wall Connector to Charge All EVs

Coming this October 2023, Tesla's latest offering, the Universal Wall Connector, priced at $785 in Canada ($595 USD), is set to become a go-to charging solution for those who own both Tesla and non-Tesla electric vehicles. The Universal Wall Connector is also designed for apartments, hotels, and offices, allowing one solution to charge a Tesla...

WhatsApp to Let You Create AI-Generated Stickers Soon

Meta’s WhatsApp has launched a new feature in its latest beta update, enabling users to create and share AI-generated stickers. The update, version 2.23.17.14 for the Google Play Beta Program, introduces this feature to a select group of beta testers on Android, reports WABetaInfo. The new capability allows users to input a description, and the...

Rogers Leads ‘Best in Test’ Study, Edging Out Bell and Telus

In the annual Umlaut Best in Test standings, Rogers emerged as the frontrunner among its wireless rivals, for the fifth year in a row. Scoring an overall 889 out of a potential 1000, Rogers edged past both Bell and Telus, which trailed with scores of 874 and 859, respectively. The extensive testing parameters incorporated a...

Google Photos Revamps ‘Memories’, Now Powered by AI

Google Photos has launched an updated "Memories" view, aiming to offer users a more organized and interactive experience. The platform now utilizes artificial intelligence to chronologically categorize users' significant moments, making it easier to view your photo memories from the past. The new Memories view ensures that users' cherished recollections do not disappear after viewing....

YouTube Music Launches ‘Samples’ Feature

YouTube Music has announced the addition of a new feature called "Samples" today. The tool aims to spotlight segments of fresh music, providing listeners with a glimpse of new and unique tracks tailored just for them. The new "Samples" feature, harnessing the power of the world's most extensive collection of music videos, promises to dive...

Tesla Reveals New Model S/X in Canada That’s More Affordable

Tesla has debuted a new Model S and Model X Standard Range in Canada and the U.S., which are more affordable. These models are designed to give consumers a taste of Tesla's signature performance without the premium cost of the Long Range and Plaid versions. For Canadians, the Model S Standard Range is priced at...

iPhone 14 Feature Helps Save Ontario Woman in Major Car Crash

21-year-old rising musician Hannah Ralph is fighting for her life after a major car accident on Road 130 near Markdale in Ontario (about 2 hours northwest of Toronto by car). Quick thinking by her iPhone 14's Crash Detection feature proved pivotal in dispatching immediate help to the accident location, reports South Grey News. Ralph, a...

Feds Quietly Begin Consultation on AI Tech Like ChatGPT

The Liberal government has started work on a voluntary code of conduct for generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, such as ChatGPT, though the move was inadvertently revealed ahead of schedule. A representative for Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne confirmed the consultation process after an accidental post appeared on the government's “Consulting with Canadians” website, which was...

Quebecor Refusing to Pay Rent at Legislature

Montreal-based telecom and media giant, Quebecor, has announced it will no longer be paying rent at the provincial legislature. The monthly rent of $8,448 is for its political journalists' office in the National Assembly, the province’s legislative building. Annually, this amount accumulates to more than $100,000 before tax. Quebecor, which owns media entities such as...