Stories by John Quintet

ECOVACS has launched two new robot vacuums, the X9 PRO OMNI and T80 OMNI, which expand its popular lineup of smart cleaning devices. Both vacuums feature the company’s upgraded OZMO Roller Mop system, which automatically washes the mop during cleaning and separates dirty water from clean to avoid spreading grime. The X9 PRO OMNI is...

Bluetooth technology is set for another big year, with over 5.3 billion devices expected to ship globally in 2025, according to the Bluetooth SIG’s 2025 Market Update shared with iPhone in Canada. That number could climb to nearly 8 billion units by 2029. The report highlights major growth in Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) devices, driven...

Apple is working on a new AI-powered battery management feature for iPhones as part of iOS 19, expected to arrive this fall, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The update is said to use artificial intelligence to analyze how users interact with their devices and automatically adjust power usage to extend battery life. It will also...

Bell Canada has launched a new campaign asking the federal government and the CRTC to rethink a recent decision that it says is hurting future internet upgrades. The campaign, called "Build. Connect. Grow Canada.", highlights how Bell and other companies have poured billions into building fibre internet networks for homes and businesses. Bell says it...

Apple is planning a small but very welcome update for iPhone, iPad, and Mac users, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman in his Sunday PowerOn newsletter. The company is working on a feature that will let your devices share Wi-Fi portal logins with each other. What’s that mean? Think of when you visit a hotel, office,...

In a recent incident highlighting the challenges faced by air travellers, Alberta resident Julie Taillefer experienced the frustration of lost luggage upon arriving at Calgary International Airport. Despite the inconvenience, Taillefer thought she had the upper hand as she put an Apple AirTag in her bag, allowing her to track its location. The AirTag said...

Telus announced this week its PureFibre internet will soon be available to 90% of homes in Red Deer, Alberta, thanks to a $168 million investment from F3 Networks. That means faster internet speeds, better reliability, and improved access for things like remote work, school, video calls, and streaming. Unlike older copper wiring, fibre gives equal...

Public Mobile is warning customers that pending labour disruptions at Canada Post could delay SIM card deliveries, particularly for orders headed to PO Boxes and rural addresses. The company announced on Friday any orders placed after May 13 won’t be delivered to those locations if the strike goes ahead as expected on May 22. Customers...

Telus has shared its Q1 earnings today and 2025 saw a strong start when it came to net income for the company. The telco saw $301 million in the first quarter—more than double the $140 million earned during the same period last year, an increase of 115%. Revenue rose 3% to $5.1 billion for the...

Quebecor reported its Q1 2025 earnings today, showing steady momentum in wireless growth and profit, even as total revenue dipped slightly. The Montreal-based company posted net income of $190.7 million, up 10.1%, and adjusted income from operations rose 13.5% to $185.1 million. Revenue came in at $1.34 billion, down 1.4% from last year, mainly due...

A fan-made LEGO Apple Store design has officially reached 10,000 supporters on the LEGO Ideas platform, advancing it to the official review stage where LEGO will decide if it can become a real set (via @BasicAppleGuy). Created by user TrumanBricks in collaboration with @2A2A, the project celebrates the sleek, minimalist design Apple is known for....

Amazon Canada and The Walrus have announced the shortlist for the 49th annual First Novel Award, spotlighting six debut Canadian authors. The winner will be revealed at a live ceremony in Toronto on Thursday, June 5, 2025, hosted by The Walrus executive director Jennifer Hollett. Special guest speaker will be acclaimed novelist Mona Awad, who...