Stories by John Quintet

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...

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...

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...

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 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 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 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...

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...

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...

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...

Netflix, after introducing mobile games in the fall of 2021, is taking a significant step forward in its gaming journey. The streaming giant announced today that it's rolling out a limited beta test for its gaming service to a select group of members in Canada and the UK. This move will allow members to play...

Amazon has unveiled its latest innovation: AI-generated customer review highlights. This feature aims to simplify the shopping experience by providing a brief overview of product reviews. Last year, the e-commerce giant saw 125 million customers leaving nearly 1.5 billion reviews and ratings, or about 45 reviews every second. With the growth of generative AI, Amazon...