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Rogers Now Wants Quebecor to Pay Higher Network Rates [Update]

Rogers is challenging the rates set by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), casting doubt on the federal agency’s efforts to increase competition among wireless providers. This move follows the government's earlier approval of Rogers' $26-billion acquisition of Shaw. “Expectations that Rogers would play nice as a result of this merger were unrealistic. The...

WatchMojo CEO Slams ‘Arrogant’ Canadian Media and Online News Act

Ashkan Karbasfrooshan, CEO of WatchMojo, has criticized Canadian news organizations and lobbyists for their "misguided and arrogant" approach to online content. He expressed his views in a recent post, questioning the effectiveness of forcing platforms like Meta and Facebook to pay for news content, as part of the Online News Act. Montreal-based WatchMojo calls itself...

Best Internet Service Provider in Canada for 2023 Revealed

The annual PCMag report on ‘Best ISPs in Canada’ is out for 2023, revealing which internet service provider is the best in the country based on the publication's exhaustive tests. With a new evaluation methodology that considers coverage, pricing, and customer satisfaction, Bell Canada has claimed the throne as the best Internet Service Provider (ISP)...

Eastlink Mobile Launches on the Acadian Peninsula

Eastlink has announced its latest expansion into the Acadian Peninsula in New Brunswick, following its recent addition into Miramichi and Bathurst. The expansion is part of the company's broader efforts to enhance and solidify its mobile network infrastructure. "We're laser-focused on the continued growth of our mobile service," said Jeff Gillham, CEO of Eastlink, in...

CRTC Approves Natyf TV for Basic TV in Quebec

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has approved the addition of Natyf TV to Quebec's basic TV package. This inclusion aims to serve Francophone racialized communities who previously did not have access to this service, said the Commission on Friday. Natyf TV offers a wide array of programming tailored to the interests of French-speaking...

Apple to End Customer Support on Social Media, Says Report

Apple reportedly plans to discontinue social media support across various platforms, including Twitter, YouTube, and the Apple Support Community website, according to sources speaking to MacRumors. The change is slated to take effect later this year, starting on October 1. Customers seeking help from the @AppleSupport account on Twitter will no longer receive human responses....

Eve Debuts Trio of Smart Home Innovations at IFA Berlin 2023

Smart home tech company Eve Systems unveiled a trifecta of new products today at IFA Berlin in Germany. The new releases include Eve Play, a high-quality audio streaming interface for AirPlay 2; Eve Thermo Control, a wireless temperature sensor and controller; and an upgrade for Eve MotionBlinds featuring Adaptive Shading. Eve Play: Audiophile-Grade Audio Streaming...
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Here are Rogers, Telus and Bell Cellphone Plan Changes from Aug. 30

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, August 30, 2023. Bell Noticeable price changes: Save up to $360 on...