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Canadian Broadcasting Corporation has just pushed an update to its popular CBC News app for iOS devices. The universal iPhone and iPad app gives users access to the latest news from their region, across Canada and around the world. With the recent update, the app gets a new 'Offbeat' section, enables the 'Analysis' stories, some bug fixes and...

Update 1: Looks like all the promo codes have been used. == Do you drive to the U.S. to get gas? The savings can be substantial if you live close to the border. We previously reviewed the app Gas Runner (developed by Vancouverite Jamie Fraser), and he has now released a massive update to his...

Just the other day Telus launched some new promotional plans that included caller ID and voicemail. Now, Bell has countered back by introducing a $5 promo for Caller ID and Message Centre (Bell's voicemail service), typically part of a more expensive $12 value pack. This add on will be available to all Fab 10 plans,...

Late last evening, Apple updated their website to note the App Store has finally surpassed 25 billion app downloads. It was just over two weeks ago Apple announced a contest to offer a $10,000 iTunes gift card towards the App Store for one lucky winner. The App Store launched in 2008, and on its first...

It was reported earlier today that Apple claimed credit for more than 514,000 jobs in the U.S. thanks to their products, retail stores, and opportunity for developers. On Apple's job creation page, they also revealed something they have never done before: the iPhone uses Corning Gorillas Glass. This is not new. What is worth noting...

Yesterday we reported on a Flipboard update that included Cover Stories and also International Content Guides, which happens to include Canadian content. We are proud to be included as part of this new localized section for Canadian news. Here's how to find us and add us on Flipboard: 1. Tap on the 'red ribbon' in...

Rumours are flying that Apple will unveil its latest mobile devices this year, supporting 4G/LTE networks. With competing devices on the market already supporting this new, faster technology, it seems highly likely that Apple would want to have the iPhone and the iPad on these faster networks. Canada Newswire posted today, that Telus Communications is...

With all the recent attention Foxconn has been receiving, regarding their production of Apple products, Apple has posted a new page on their website highlighting the amount of jobs they have created in the US, with over 200,000 on those in the iOS division. Apple has even broken this down, to show in what fields...

As revealed by GigaOM's anonymous sources (via 9to5Mac), Apple has commissioned fuel cell maker Bloom Energy to supply the firm with fuel cells for its massive data center (for iTunes & iCloud) in Maiden, North Carolina. Apple's 174-acre solar farm, which will be the largest end user–owned onsite solar array in the U.S, will provide approximately 42 million kWh of clean,...

Popular autoTRADER.ca iPhone app that lets you shop, compare prices, and locate the closest dealers for cars, trucks, minivans & SUVs etc for sale, all at the convenience of your smartphone, has just been revamped. The universal iPhone / iPad app has been completely re-written to bring users an even better automotive search experience on iOS. With...

The 17th Annual Global Mobile Awards were unveiled in a special ceremony at GSMA’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, where comedian and songwriter, Tim Minchin announced the winners at the industry’s biggest annual event. A record 600 entries were received this year from over 170 independent analysts, journalists, academics and subject matter experts from throughout the world....

Rogers announced this morning customers can now watch live streaming Toronto Raptors games on their smartphones and home computers. For Rogers iPhone customers, just download the free Rogers live app, pay $5/month and you will be able to watch streaming games over 3G/4G and WiFi: On your smartphone: Rogers wireless customers across the country can...