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Zoomer Wireless Loses U.S. Roaming, No Alternatives Being Offered
Zoomer Wireless is run by Cityfone, with the latter a subsidiary of Rogers and running on the telecom’s LTE network. Back in May, customers were alerted their U.S. roaming access would end, due to AT&T and T-Mobile shutting down their 3G/HSPA networks on July 1, 2022. Fast forward to the fall, ahead of the season...
OpenMedia Says Minister’s Inaction Will Cause ‘Collapse’ of Telecom Competition in Canada
Minister François-Philippe Champagne should take immediate steps to halt the rapid decline of Internet competition and affordability in Canada.
Rogers Connections Mastercard Launches with Roam Like Home Freebies
Rogers Bank, the subsidiary of Rogers, has launched a new Connections Mastercard, offering another cash back rewards credit card, with this one targeting travellers. The Connections Mastercard offers 2% unlimited cash back on eligible U.S. dollar purchases and 1% unlimited cash back on other purchases. Rogers says a welcome bonus will offer 10% cash back...
Rogers Overpays $2.2 Million in B.C. Property Taxes, Judge Rejects Appeal
According to the ruling, Rogers was to blame for the original miscalculation of taxes and the company did not appeal the matter in time.
Rogers, Telus, Bell Waiving Long Distance Calls and Texts to Iran
Rogers, Telus and Bell announced this week they will be waiving all long distance calls and texts made from Canada to Iran. The temporary waiving of charges depends on carrier, postpaid and prepaid accounts, with different end dates. "To help Canadians stay connected to loved ones, Rogers is temporarily waiving long-distance calls and SMS messages...
Minister Meets with Rogers, Bell, Telus and Others to Discuss Hurricane Fiona Outages
According to Minister Champagne, there was no significant damage to telecom infrastructure and service restoration is well underway.
Rogers, Fido Offering 5GB Free Data for 18 Months–Check Your Texts
Image via RFD Rogers and Fido appear to be offering up another 5GB of free data, but for 18 months. That’s according to Fido customers that shared screenshots of the text messages sent out by the wireless carrier on Wednesday. According to the text message, Fido says this exclusive gift is a thank you for...
Rogers, Telus, Bell Donate $50K to Hurricane Fiona Relief and More
Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne is organizing telecom operators to "ensure their services are working" in impacted areas.
Fido Offering $38/25GB Plan for Some Existing Customers [Update]
Image via RFD Fido appears to be offering a special promo plan for some existing customers, in the form of a $38 per month plan with 25GB of data. According to RFD, the plan is available online under the ‘Change Plan’ section of the website, showing the heading “Exclusive plan for you”. The existing Fido...
Bell Named ‘Fastest Mobile Networks Canada 2022’ Winner by PCMag
PCMag has released its 10th annual Fastest Mobile Networks Canada results, this time for 2022. This is where the publication drives across Canada to test wireless speeds and coverage with its array of devices. For 2022, the fastest mobile network crown goes to Bell, seeing maximum download speeds of 1373 Mbps, versus Rogers in second...
Rogers Preferred Program Plan Deal: $50/month with 40GB Data
The Rogers Preferred Program (RPP) offers corporate members and organizations a discount for their employees, and the latest promo for September 2022 is offering a $50/month Infinite plan with 40GB of data. According to iPhone in Canada readers, this $50/month plan is normally $75/month, so you’re saving $25 every month. The discount is available until...
Rogers CEO Says Shaw Merger Could Still Close This Year
The two merger hopefuls will sit down for another round of mediation talks with the Competition Bureau next month, where a settlement could be reached.
