Stories by John Quintet
2023 Apple Watch Line Up Features and Updates: What to Expect
According to insider information from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple customers can expect some more updates in the forthcoming Apple Watch lineup, to be revealed at the company’s September 12 special event. The tech giant is reportedly gearing up to introduce the Apple Watch Series 9, available in the existing 41-millimetre and 45-millimetre sizes, and a...
Subway Unveils New MVP Rewards Loyalty Program
Subway has introduced its revamped loyalty program, MVP Rewards, set to launch on September 9 across Canada, the U.S., and Puerto Rico. Subway says fans are in for a treat as the newly unveiled program offers a multi-tiered experience, from Pro to Captain to All-Star, offering customers more earning potential and perks. This updated rewards...
CBC to Gain Majority Funding from Online News Act: Experts
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) is set to reap the lion's share of the forecasted $172 million in funds from the federal Online News Act, say industry experts. This raises concerns that the newly legislated move could sideline smaller publishers, further elevating the CBC's dominance in Canadian news, reports the Globe and Mail. Bill C-18,...
Google Search Marks 25 Years: A Look Back
Google recently celebrated its 25th year in the search engine industry. Over a quarter of a century, Google Search has evolved with numerous features, making it easier for users to access the exact information they need. Starting out as just another search engine, Google soon dominated the market with its superior algorithm that connected users...
You Can Stream Pixar’s ‘Elemental’ on Disney+ Next Week
Disney+ announced yesterday that its latest original feature film, "Elemental," will begin streaming on September 13th. Alongside the main feature, viewers can also expect the making-of documentary titled "Good Chemistry: The Story of Elemental" and a Pixar short film, "Carl’s Date," centred around the beloved character, Dug. "Elemental,” is a top-10 grossing film of 2023...
Apple’s iMessage to Stay as UK Drops Anti-Encryption Bill
The UK has decided to postpone the use of contentious powers proposed in an online safety bill, which would scan messaging apps for harmful content, until a viable technology is developed. Critics have continuously voiced concerns that these measures pose significant threats to user privacy. Addressing the House of Lords, Lord Stephen Parkinson, the junior...
Apple Responds to Being Labelled ‘Gatekeeper’ by the EU
In a landmark move today, the European Commission has designated six major tech companies as 'gatekeepers' under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Apple, alongside Alphabet, Amazon, ByteDance, Meta, and Microsoft, are among the named firms. They now face a six-month deadline to ensure complete compliance with the DMA obligations relating to their core platform services....
Canadian Prisoners Get to Buy Vintage Gaming Tech on Amazon
In a bid to provide inmates with broader entertainment choices while adhering to strict security measures, Canadian federal prisons have allowed inmates to purchase vintage video gaming technology. Since the introduction of Amazon accounts in January 2022, inmates have spent approximately $130,000 on such devices. Correctional Service Canada (CSC) policies prevent inmates from acquiring tech...
China Bans iPhone for Government Workers: Report
In a move to bolster national cybersecurity and reduce dependency on foreign technology, China's central government agencies have been directed to refrain from using Apple's iPhones and other foreign-branded devices at work, reports sources speaking with the Wall Street Journal. The directive, which was communicated to staff via workplace chat groups and meetings, extends a...
Apple Extends Chip Technology Deal with Arm Beyond 2040
Apple has entered a new long-term agreement with Arm for chip technology that is projected to "extend beyond 2040," as revealed in Arm's initial public offering (IPO) documents released on Tuesday, reports Reuters. Arm, which owns the intellectual property for the computational architecture utilized in the majority of the world’s smartphones, has priced its upcoming...
Messi’s Arrival Boosts Apple TV+ and MLS Streaming Subscriptions
In the wake of soccer superstar Lionel Messi's highly anticipated North American debut with Inter Miami in July, both Apple TV+ and Major League Soccer’s (MLS) streaming platforms witnessed a surge in U.S. subscriptions. On July 21, the day Messi made his debut with Inter Miami, the MLS Season Pass saw a meteoric rise in...
Rogers Lands $1.2 Million to Expand Internet in Rural Nova Scotia
The federal government announced nearly $1.2 million in federal funding for Rogers on Tuesday, to extend high-speed Internet access to over 1,600 households in rural Nova Scotia. The expansion includes more than 440 Indigenous homes, spanning 16 rural and remote communities on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. "Internet is no longer a luxury—it's a necessity....
