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Even though this only applies to the U.S. online Apple store, this could very well mean the tide is swaying in our favour (that being, those of us who still haven't got our new iPhone 4). The shipping estimate south of the border has improved from 3 weeks to just 5-7 business days for both...

There has been lots of talk about the iPhone becoming an iWallet for some time now but a European patent that surfaced last week and was revealed by Patently Apple yesterday takes the rumours to the next level. Not only does the patent application detail how RFID circuitry and antenna would be ingenuously embedded within the...

Looks like things are getting better for Netflix users. A while back Netflix Canada officially launched in Canada (read our iPhone 4 review here). We know the new Apple TV will support Netflix Canada (check out our Apple TV unboxing!). Currently the library is at about 7000 titles, but it pales in comparison to Netflix...

Canadians try to reconcile how Google Voice is only available for some. For those who do have an account, the GV Connect app is a great asset.

With every new iPhone release, accessory manufacturers are always rushing to release the latest cases for consumers. If you're looking for the strongest protection for your iPhone, the one company that comes to mind is OtterBox. They make some of the toughest cases for electronics to date (I've ran over an OtterBox with my car...

As Apple continues to release beta seeds of iOS 4.2, the company is constantly making changes to its compatibility list. With the latest iOS 4.2 build, it seems that Apple has officially cut support for AirPrint on the second-generation iPod touch. When iOS 4.2 was initially announced, the second-generation iPod touch was a compatible device...

Last Monday, the Canadian company Research in Motion (RIM) announced their new iPad competitor, the Playbook.  While no firm dates or pricing information has been released, there has been a lot of early interest in this new device.  Later this month, Microsoft will be introducing the Windows Phone 7 OS that looks to be a...

Are you an angry bird that wants to launch itself at a bunch of smug-looking pigs? That's the premise of the hit iPhone/iPad game, Angry Birds. With over 5 million in sales, Mikael Hed (the CEO of the Finnish studio Rivio) explains to GamePro in a short interview about how they came up with the...

Scotiabank released their iPhone app late last Winter. However, it did not have actual mobile banking like other bank apps, such as the CIBC iPhone app. The wait for mobile banking is over as the Scotiabank iPhone app has been updated to version 2.0, which includes actual mobile banking. Members rejoice! What's New In Version...

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 extremely easy to win Be posted at random What’s up for grabs...

We've been blessed with some extra days of sunshine in the Metro Vancouver area over the past few days. If you want to do some exploring of local parks there's a new iPhone/iPad out from Metro Vancouver. It's called iParks Explorer and it will help you navigate the 22 regional parks around the Lower Mainland....

This week I have been playing Real Racing by Firemint. I’ve always loved racing games (do you remember Atari’s Pole Position?) and this has to be one of my favourites I’ve tried on some time. This is the full game to the free app Real Racing GTI which you can download and try for free...