Stories by John Quintet

Google is rolling out Gemini-powered summary cards in the Gmail app for Android and iOS. These cards will now appear at the top of long or complex email threads, offering a quick recap of key points and replies—no need to manually tap “Summarize this email.” The summaries are AI-generated using Gemini and will update automatically...

Instagram is making it easier to share photos the way you actually shoot them from your iPhone or Android smartphone. On Wednesday, Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri announced that the app now supports 3:4 aspect ratio images—the standard format for most smartphone cameras. That means if you take a photo on your phone and upload it...

The Federal Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal by Rogers over regulated mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) rates, marking a win for Quebecor in a long-running dispute before the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). In a unanimous decision delivered from the bench on May 28, 2025, the court upheld the CRTC’s selection of...

Starting in July, a small group of Montreal transit users will begin testing a new feature that allows them to tap their phone at metro and bus turnstiles using their OPUS card or transit tickets stored digitally. The pilot program, reported by La Presse, is being led by the Autorité régionale de transport métropolitain (ARTM)...

Wattpad says it’s entering a new phase focused on its most loyal audience: fan communities. The Toronto-based storytelling platform announced plans to boost support for readers and writers by improving discovery, enhancing community features, and investing more in free user-generated content. In a message shared with iPhone in Canada, Wattpad President Aron Levitz said the...

Opera has introduced a brand-new AI-powered browser called Opera Neon that will do work for you. Unlike typical browsers, Neon is designed to understand what you want to do—and then actually do it for you, thanks to an AI agent, which is all the rage right now. AI agents essentially will understand what you need...

Image via @mariusfanu Tesla has added support for Apple’s Live Activities feature, giving iPhone users real-time updates on Supercharging directly from their Lock Screen and Dynamic Island (via Tesla North). Available with iOS 17.2 and later, the Tesla app now displays charging details such as battery percentage, time remaining, and charging speed as soon as...

OpenAI has quietly introduced a new annual subscription plan for ChatGPT users on Apple devices in Canada. The plan costs $249 CAD per year, offering a discount compared to the existing $24.99 CAD monthly ChatGPT Plus plan. By choosing the yearly option, users save $50.88 CAD annually, according to iPhone in Canada reader Francis, who...

The Quebec government last week proposed a new law that would force major streaming platforms—such as Netflix, YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music—to prioritize and promote French-language content. The province says the goal is to make it easier for Quebecers to discover and access francophone music, TV, and films, but critics say the move could spark...

Bell has launched what it calls Bell AI Fabric, a major investment to build Canada’s largest artificial intelligence (AI) compute network. The project starts with six hydro-powered data centres in British Columbia, aimed at giving Canadian companies and researchers a boost in the global AI race. The first data centre will open in Kamloops in...

Quebec has rolled out a new public alert system called 'Conseils climat’ (translates to climate tips) to warn residents ahead of heat waves and offer tips to stay safe during extreme weather events. The free service sends alerts by phone, text, or email—depending on user preference—before a heat wave hits. Subscribers receive tips on how...

Telus says it plans to invest $70 billion in Canada through 2029, aiming to boost network infrastructure, support the nation’s AI ambitions, and spur economic growth. The telecom giant says its five-year plan includes expanding its PureFibre internet service to more homes and businesses, while also upgrading 5G and LTE services at over 500 sites...