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Realtor.ca iPhone App: Canadian Real Estate Listings in Your Pocket

Are you house hunting? If you are, then you will need the Realtor.ca iPhone app. Created by the Canadian Real Estate Association, you can easily search for homes and realtors. Realtor.ca is laid out well and is very easy to use. The maps are powered by Bing. It uses your location to find nearby listings...

The iPhone Podcast Episode 23: iOS Year in Review

The iPhone Podcast recorded its last episode of 2010. Episode 23 is a brief iOS Year in Review. We also discuss our favourite apps of 2010. Thanks to everybody for listening and supporting the podcast. We will be returning in late January 2011, after a brief hiatus. Merry Christmas--eve! Subscribe with iTunes | Subscribe with other...

Apple Updates MobileMe Calendar Webapp With Alerts

Tonight Apple announced the availability of calendar alerts on me.com using the company's MobileMe service. Similar to how calendar alerts work on any iOS device, users can now set up alerts for events and receive notifications through the online webapp so long as the web browser is open with the Calendar webapp. The new MobileMe Calendar...

Steve Jobs: Financial Times ‘Person of the Year’ and Praise from Obama

Steve Jobs has certainly changed the way we work and play. His vision has created groundbreaking products such as the iPhone and iPad. Apple has transformed into one of the largest tech companies in the world not by chance--it's because of Steve Jobs. President Obama on Steve Jobs in response to a reporter's question: ...And...

Apple 2010 Year in Review Made by 15 Year Old Teenager

2010 has been a phenomenal year for Apple. The iPad has been a colossal hit worldwide, along with the iPhone 4. To summarize Apple's achievements in 2010, 15 year old Kelvin Choi produced a short video timeline of significant events. Inspired by the Google Zeitgeist 2010 Video, I made this video, a very quick and...

iPhoneinCanada.ca December iPhone 4 Accessory Giveaway!

It’s that time again! For those that may just be joining us, here is the run down about these giveaways. It is a segment that will: Last 24 hours Only happen a couple of times a month (maybe less or maybe more) Be easy to win Be posted at random What’s up for grabs today? Today, I have THREE...

Rogers Extends No Activation Fee Until January 6, 2011

Earlier this month, Rogers started up their free $35 activation fee promotion. Originally expiring on December 31, 2010, the company has now extended the promotion until January 6, 2011. The $35 activation fee is charged when new customers start up a new account with Rogers. Eligibility & Restrictions The offer is applicable to new 3-year...

Photoroid iPhone Skin: Turns iPhone into Retro Polaroid Camera

Update 1: Thanks to Carly for emailing us a tip--coupon code EGGNOG will save you 20% off your order! Still looking for that perfect gift for the iLover in your life? Look no further than the Photoroid iPhone skin. Designed by Canadian Ryan Astle from New Brunswick, this slick-looking skin turns your iDevice into a...

Untethered iOS 4.2.1 Jailbreak May Miss Its Christmas Deadline

Earlier tonight, Comex of the iPhone Dev Team sent out a tweet indicating that he may miss his self-imposed untethered jailbreak deadline. I think I'm going to miss my Christmas deadline... On Tuesday the iPhone Dev-Team announced that they may have an untethered jailbreak ready by Christmas. This jailbreak would not require a restore or...

Remote for iOS Devices Updated to 2.1

Looks like Apple just released an update for the Remote app. This powerful app allows you to control iTunes and Apple TV from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad. It's an awesome app and I love using it with Apple TV. Here's what's new in the 2.1 update: What's New in Version 2.1 • AirPlay...

Sasktel 3G+ Network Expands To 17 New Locations

In the beginning of December, SaskTel completed their network expansion to 26 new areas across Saskatchewan. This week, the company has expanded to an additional 17 new locations! “Construction of the 3G+ network is a significant development for SaskTel and its customers in Saskatchewan,” said Bill Boyd, Minister Responsible for SaskTel. “When the network is...