Stories by John Quintet
Russian Officials to Ditch iPhones Over Espionage Fears
Thousands of Russian officials are being urged to quit using iPhones and other Apple products due to fears of U.S. spying. The Russian authorities have enforced a ban on Apple devices for a large number of state employees and officials following claims of an uncovered espionage operation conducted via these devices. The decision means that...
Microsoft-Activision Merger Advances: U.S. Court Denies FTC Appeal
Microsoft has scored a significant victory with the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals rejecting the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) motion to temporarily halt its $68.7 billion acquisition of video game publisher Activision Blizzard. The verdict was announced late Friday, reports CNBC. While the court's ruling removes a major hurdle, Microsoft continues to engage with...
Instagram’s Threads Could Be Regulated by Online News Act: Minister
Canada's Heritage Minister, Pablo Rodriguez, has hinted at the possibility of regulating Instagram’s Threads under Bill C-18, the Online News Act, which mandates Google and Meta to compensate publishers for linked or repurposed content. When asked about potentially incorporating Meta's latest social network under the act, Rodriguez replied, "that's going to be eventually included in...
Twitter Starts Paying Creators Ad Revenue Sharing
In a move to support its users in monetizing their content, Twitter announced the launch of its Creator Ads Revenue Sharing program on Thursday. The program forms part of Twitter's wider plan to help users earn an income directly on the platform. The plan will permit creators to earn a share of ad revenue, with...
TransLink RapidBus Routes Now Have Free WiFi from Rogers
TransLink’s RapidBus services, operating across New Westminster, B.C., now offers complimentary WiFi to all its customers, as announced on July 12, 2023. The new facility has been set up in collaboration with Rogers, aiming to enhance passenger experience on transit vehicles and hubs. The free WiFi, available to any mobile device user, is part of...
B.C. Pulls Ads Off Facebook and Instagram, Sort Of
The B.C. government is aligning with the federal government, Quebec and other news media to withhold advertising on Facebook and Instagram, in the ongoing news fight over the newly-minted Online News Act. Premier David Eby criticized Meta's decision, emphasizing the essential role of local media content in the tech giant's business model. Eby told CTV News,...
Microsoft Unveils Aptos, the New Default Font
In a pivotal update, Microsoft has introduced Aptos as its new default font, marking a significant transition from the previously preferred Calibri. The technology giant embarked on the search for the perfect font, one that offered sharpness, uniformity, and was suitable for high-resolution displays. As per Si Daniels, Principal Program Manager for fonts and Typography,...
Apple Lands Record 54 Emmy Award Nominations
Numerous Apple TV+ Original series and commercials have secured an impressive 54 nominations, topping last year's record. Prominent among these are nominations for outstanding performances in Apple TV+'s flagship series "Ted Lasso" and first-time nods for the stars of "Shrinking" and "Black Bird". A total of 15 acting category nominations, including nine top acting nominations...
Telus Lowers 2023 Annual Guidance; Shares Q2 Subscriber Numbers
Vancouver-based Telus today announced it has updated its annual projections for 2023, a decision that reflects the revised yearly outlook of subsidiary Telus International. This news follows increased customer growth in Q2 2023, particularly in mobile phones and connected devices. Telus International has lowered its revenue forecast for the full year to a range of...
PS5 Access Controller Pre-Order Date: July 21
PlayStation has announced a significant addition to its hardware lineup, the Access controller for PS5. This highly customizable controller is aimed at enhancing the gaming experience for players with disabilities, according to Isabelle Tomatis, Vice President, Brand, Hardware and Peripherals at Sony Interactive Entertainment. The Access controller, designed in collaboration with accessibility organizations and experts...
Tesla App Might Get Apple AirPlay and Sentry Clip Playback
In a recent analysis of Tesla's iOS app code, @Tesla_App_iOS revealed potential new features that could soon be part of the Tesla user experience. The code dive has brought to light mentions of Apple's AirPlay protocol and Sentry clips playback within the app, reports Tesla North. If these features are introduced, it could mean big...
Rogers Stores Can Now Serve Customers in Multiple Languages
Rogers stores have launched a new program called 'We Speak Your Language'. The 'We Speak Your Language' means Rogers employees in stores can talk to customers in more than 100 languages total across their locations. Some of these languages include French, Mandarin, Punjabi, Tagalog, Arabic, and Azerbaijani. "Breaking down communication barriers allows our team to...
