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Here are Cellphone Deals: Rogers, Telus, Bell and More from Feb. 5
Here are the latest Canadian cellphone plan and device deals, plus other promos from wireless carriers such as Rogers, Telus and Bell, from our partner PlanHub. As always, the promos and plans may change at the last minute, but here they are as of Wednesday, February 5, 2025. This Week's Mobile Price Drops Samsung 27%...
ChatGPT AI Search Engine Now Freely Available to All Users
To enhance user accessibility, OpenAI has announced that its ChatGPT search feature is now available to all users without the need for account registration.
Researchers Develop AI Model for Under $50 Rivaling OpenAI, DeepSeek
Researchers from Stanford University and the University of Washington have unveiled an AI model trained at a cost of less than $50 in computing credits.
First Crypto-Stealing Apps Detected on App Store
Kaspersky researchers have identified a malicious campaign named "SparkCat" that has infiltrated both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
OnePlus Opens New State-of-the-Art Health Laboratory in China
OnePlus has held the grand opening of its new Health Laboratory, located in Guangdong, China and is dedicated on researching health breakthroughs.
Herman Miller Announces New Height-Adjustable Standing Desk for $4,300
Herman Miller has announced the Spout, a new $4,300 sit-to-stand height adjustable desk, is entering its catalogue of products.
Amazon to Unveil AI-Powered Alexa at Feb. Event, Says Report
Amazon is preparing to launch a new AI-powered version of Alexa, with executives set to make a final decision at a “Go/No-go” meeting on February 14, according to people familiar with the matter and internal documents seen by Reuters. Sources say the new Alexa will be smarter, capable of remembering user preferences, making personalized recommendations,...
CBC News App Sees Traffic Surge Rivalling Trucker Protest Levels
Canadians turned to the CBC News app in record numbers following the initial announcement of U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods and energy on February 1. As the federal government responded and tensions escalated, mobile users flooded the app for live updates, making it one of the busiest days in CBC News' digital history, said the...
Telus Cuts Continue: 700 Workers Offered Cash to Leave
Telus is offering voluntary severance packages to about 700 employees across Canada, according to unions representing the workers. The buyout offers come as the company continues to restructure, with many customer service jobs being outsourced to other countries over the past decade, reports the Globe and Mail. Among those affected are 100 members of CUPE’s...
Apple Self Service Repair Program Now Includes M4 Macs
Apple has expanded its Self Service Repair program to include the latest M4 Mac models, offering customers full access to do-it-yourself repairs.
Parks Canada’s Amazon Buy-In Backfires Amid Quebec Backlash
Parks Canada has reversed a decision encouraging its employees to use Amazon Business for purchasing office supplies, following backlash over the timing of the message. Amazon last month pulled out of Quebec entirely. In a statement to CTV News, the federal agency said “the email that went out yesterday regarding the Amazon Business program for procurement...
Apple M5 Chip Set to Power 2025 Devices Enters Mass Production
Apple has reportedly initiated mass production of its next-generation M5 chip, signaling a significant advancement in the company's silicon technology.