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With its recently rebranded "4G" network, Manitoba wireless carrier MTS was able to launch a series of new mobile devices such as the BlackBerry Torch, Nokia Surge, BlackBerry Bold 9780, and the Android Motorola Spice. However, many Manitobans have been waiting for the iPhone 4! In February, MTS announced that they would launch the iPhone...

MuscleNerd just sent an update regarding ultrasn0w for current unlockers on iOS 4.3.1. Ultrasn0w has been sent to testers, and the release will be tonight, unless there are hiccups! This compatibility release will fix the 'signal bar issue' on iOS 4.3.1 and other issues.   This is NOT a new unlock, and is only for existing unlockers...

CP24, part of the Bell Media family, has released their iPhone app in the App Store. This comprehensive app offers breaking news for people in the Toronto area, other headlines, weather, plus links to live traffic cams.   Here's the app description: CP24 is your source for Toronto’s breaking news and top stories. With Toronto’s...

This week, Telus announced that it will launch their next generation Long Term Evolution (LTE) network in early 2012. The new wireless network will enable Canadians to enjoy faster mobile Internet speeds. LTE technology supports manufacturer’s rated peak download speeds of up to 150 megabits per second (Mbps) and upload speeds of up to 70...

Last week we took we highlighted three amazing golf apps, including Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2012. Just like I called it on episode 33 of The iPhone Podcast, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2012 is now on sale for $4.99. The discount is part of their Masters Tournament Sale. The graphics on the Retina Display look...

If you shop at H&M or know someone who does, the following will make them pretty excited. Right now users of the H&M iPhone app can get access to a 20% off coupon to save on any item in store. Just download the app, launch it, and 'shake' to reveal the pop up coupon. The...

Rumours about the iPhone 5 mention a delay until the Fall instead of the typical schedule of a WWDC announcement and subsequent Summer launch. Normally around this time of the year iPhone 5 "details" would emerge but right now nothing substantial has been 'leaked'. Did Apple learn its lesson after the iPhone 4 was 'stolen'...

The Magic Mouse is a great mouse with multi-touch gestures. I picked mine up soon after it was launched by Apple. However, I have relatively large hands. After a few hours I noticed my hand and wrist didn't 'agree' with the contours of the Magic Mouse. I've switched back and forth between mice and it...

Pizza Pizza has been serving Canadians since 1967, and recently released their iPhone app. This app allows for orders straight from your iPhone--it doesn't get any easier than that. The future is here, folks. Here's the app description: Come on board and be a part of the Pizza ordering revolution by: • Creating your favorite...

iPhone apps look pretty darn good, especially on the iPhone 4's Retina Display. What about Android apps versus iPhone apps from the same company? How do they compare? Android Gripes, a Tumblr blog self-described as: "Gripes about UI/UX of Android phones/tablets and so called "openness" that is nonsense to consumers," goes on to explain: When...

If this internal posting ends up going through, it seems that Rogers will be implementing changes to its hardware upgrade policy by allowing its customers to upgrade early with a fee. This change is similar to what Telus implemented a few months ago. The current Rogers upgrade policy, sans any promotions, is 24 months for...

Bring out your iPhone camera, as Fido has launched a new contest called “The Faces of FidoDollars”! According to the contest description, users upload a photo of themselves or of their dog (head shot of either) and then place your face or the dog’s head inside the center of the coin. Uploaded photos are stored...