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Apple’s Upcoming Products: From iPhone 15 to New Macs
Apple is setting the stage for a series of significant updates across its product range for the second half of 2023 and the first half of 2024, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, once again. This fall, Apple is planning to launch the iPhone 15 lineup, accompanied by two new models of the Apple Watch Series...
What’s Still Left to Bring Apple Vision Pro to Market: Report
Following the debut of the Apple Vision Pro headset at the company’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), Apple is now shifting its focus to the necessary work required to bring the product to market. While the hardware is essentially complete, the software and rollout strategy still need significant development, according to insiders speaking with Bloomberg’s Mark...
Here are Rogers Plans for Shaw Mobile Customers Migrating Over
Rogers has shared its plans for Shaw Mobile customers, offering them a transition to their wireless network. This was promised as part of the mega-deal that saw Rogers acquire Shaw, with Freedom Mobile sold to Quebecor to appease regulators. Shaw Mobile customers can retain their existing mobile numbers and pricing under these new equivalency plans,...
Instagram’s Twitter Competitor Launching in Mid-July: Report
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is reportedly planning to launch its rumoured competitor to Twitter in mid-July, says Alex Heath, deputy editor of The Verge. The new text-based app, internally known as Project 92 and potentially to be named Threads externally, is part of Meta's strategy to expand its social media footprint...
Bell Wants to Cut Local News Requirements Across Canada
Bell Media has applied to the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) to eliminate local news requirements for its stations across Canada. This move raises concerns about the future of local coverage. The application, filed on June 14, requests the CRTC to remove obligations for spending on local news and the number of hours per...
Netflix Quietly Axes Basic Streaming Plan in Canada
In a surprise move, Netflix Canada has quietly removed its $9.99 CAD per month ‘Basic’ package, forcing new subscribers to either endure commercials or pay a little extra for an uninterrupted streaming experience. New subscribers now must make a choice between tolerating commercial interruptions in the 'Standard with ads’ plan at $5.99 CAD per month,...
Apple Card’s First Expansion Might Be in India, Not Canada
Apple is currently negotiating with banks and regulatory authorities in India to introduce its Apple Card credit card, according to sources speaking to MoneyControl. During his visit to India in April, Apple CEO Tim Cook reportedly met with HDFC Bank CEO and MD Sashidhar Jagdishan to discuss the potential partnership. The tech giant is also...
Telus and Check Point Join Forces to Bolster Cloud Security
Check Point Software Technologies, a global cybersecurity provider, has announced a strategic collaboration with Telus. This partnership aims to reinforce Canada's cloud security landscape through the rollout of the Telus Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) service for business customers. Backed by Check Point's AI-driven threat prevention and advanced posture management technology, the Telus CSPM service...
New Apple Vision Pro Features and Limitations Revealed in Code
With Apple’s release of the Vision Pro SDK for developers, we’re learning more about the company’s upcoming headset and its features. According to internal visionOS code examined by 9to5Mac, the Apple Vision Pro will restrict its functionality or even cease to operate entirely when the user is moving too quickly. The system includes alerts to...
Critics Blast Online News Bill; ‘Made in Canada’ Internet is Here
OpenMedia sharply criticized the newly passed Bill C-18, or The Online News Act, which gained royal ascent on Thursday. Non-profit and consumer advocate OpenMedia expressed disappointment over the lack of significant changes that could channel more funds toward local and independent journalism and prevent platforms from abstaining from sharing Canadian news entirely. "Unfortunately, Bill C-18...
Lucky Mobile and Chatr Promos Give 7GB Bonus Data
Prepaid brands Lucky Mobile (Bell) and Chatr (Rogers) are both offering a limited-time promo offering 7GB of bonus data for 12 months, up to a maximum of 84GB (7 x 12). The promo also includes one month’s fee in credit. Both Lucky Mobile and Chatr say the 7GB bonus data consists of the 2GB auto-pay...
TekSavvy Puts Itself Up for Sale, Waves White Flag
Chatham-based TekSavvy is actively seeking a new owner, amidst a recent surge of acquisitions that has seen several independent internet service providers (ISPs) get swallowed up by bigger telcos. According to The Globe and Mail, TekSavvy has sought the assistance of bankers and initiated a formal process to solicit bids, according to unnamed sources. This...
