Stories by John Quintet

Rogers Increases ID Verification for New Activations to Reduce Fraud

Rogers has apparently begun enforcing stricter identity checks for new mobile activations, according to an internal notice seen by iPhone in Canada. The updated process, which took effect on May 6, is part of the company’s push to strengthen customer security and reduce fraud. Although the system and submission process remain unchanged, Rogers employees are...

Netflix Overhauls TV Interface for the First Time in 12 Years

Netflix is rolling out a brand-new look for its TV app, aimed at making it easier for users to find something to watch. The redesign is the platform’s first major update since 2013. The company says the updated home screen features a cleaner layout, moving the main menu to the center of the screen and...

Koodo ‘Winback’ Deal: $20/30GB Plan with Long Distance

The latest Koodo ‘winback’ offer is coming in as a 30GB 4G plan that is discounted after you set up debit autopay, which is a $10/month discount. The $20 plan after autopay has Canada-wide calling and messaging, one free perk add-on (rollover data) plus 1,250 international long distance minutes to U.S., India, Germany, China, and...

GTA 6 Trailer 2 Drops, Racks Up Nearly 100 Million Views

Rockstar has released the second official trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, and it's already making wave as expected. Released this morning, the video has racked up more than 36 million views on YouTube, quickly becoming the #1 trending video on the site, while the trailer on X has seen over 60 million views The...

New Games on Apple Arcade: June 2025

Apple has announced today new games coming to Apple Arcade in June, including a spatial version of the WHAT THE CAR? designed for Apple Vision Pro. Here’s what’s coming to Apple Arcade in June 2025: UNO: Arcade Edition, a revamped take on the classic card game from Mattel163 with new solo and multiplayer modes and...

2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 2: Full Sportsnet Schedule

The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs are heating up, and Rogers-owned Sportsnet again has exclusive national coverage of every Second Round matchup across Canada. Fans can tune in on Sportsnet, Sportsnet ONE, Sportsnet 360, CBC, and via online streaming on Sportsnet+. The broadcast team includes Ron MacLean, David Amber, along with Kevin Bieksa, Elliotte Friedman, Jennifer...

‘Gears of War: Reloaded’ Hits PS5, Xbox, PC This Summer

Xbox is reviving its original Gears of War title with a full remaster called Gears of War: Reloaded, set to launch on August 26, 2025. The updated version will be available for $39.99 USD on Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC, Xbox Cloud Gaming, PlayStation 5, and Steam. It also arrives day one on Game Pass...

Apple’s AI Delayed in China as Baidu, Alibaba to Help Censor: Report

Apple Intelligence features are now expected to launch in China with the release of iOS 18.6, not iOS 18.5 as originally planned, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. Apple has faced months of challenges adapting its AI system for the Chinese market. Due to strict regulations, the company must work with local partners approved by the...

Apple Plans Staggered iPhone 18 Launch into 2027, Says Report

Apple is reportedly planning a major change to how it releases new iPhones, starting with the iPhone 18 series in 2026. According to a report from The Information's Wayne Ma (via 9to5Mac), Apple could start launching its top-tier phones in the fall as usual, but delay the lower-end models until the following spring. "In 2026,...

Apple Shares ‘Hands on with Apple Intelligence’ Walkthrough [VIDEO]

Apple has released a nearly six-minute video titled Hands on with Apple Intelligence, offering a detailed look at the AI features available on select iPhones, iPads, and Macs. While the demo walks through various tools designed to help users write, create, and organize, one key piece is still missing: the revamped Siri, which has yet...

Apple Loosens Grip on App Store Payments After Court Ruling

Apple has updated its App Store Review Guidelines for apps on the U.S. storefront, allowing developers more freedom when it comes to external payments. The changes follow a U.S. court ruling stemming from the long-running legal fight with Epic Games. Fortnite will now be returning to the U.S. App Store. What’s New for U.S. App...

GTA 6 Delayed: Rockstar Sets New Spring 2026 Release Date

Rockstar Games has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on May 26, 2026, pushing the highly anticipated release further out than many fans expected. In a message shared with the community, Rockstar apologized for the delay, calling the excitement around the game “humbling.” The developer said the extra time is needed to ensure...