2024 iPad Pro Bend Tests are Here, of Course [VIDEO]

Today Apple launched sales of its new M4 iPad Pro and iPad Air.  Of course, torture tests of the newest iPad Pro have arrived, with UFDTech on YouTube sharing some first bend test of the 11-inch and 13-inch models. The 11-inch was harder to bend by hand, while the 13-inch understandably bent more easily compared...

New PlayStation Plus Games: May 2024

Sony has announced further titles for its PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for May, detailing free games coming as of May 21, 2024. "Witness the end of the Wild West era, become the world’s greatest secret agent, take on the role of a rising underworld star, brave an alien world, and much more with May’s PlayStation...

Eve Android App Finally Coming to Control your Smart Home

Smart home device maker, Eve Systems, has announced its collaboration with Google to utilize the new Google Home APIs in the development of the Eve app for Android. The upcoming app will enable seamless control and automation of Matter devices without relying on proprietary connections or cloud integrations. The Eve for Android app will support...

Here are 10 Updates Coming to the Android Ecosystem

On day two of Google I/O, the company's annual developer conference, we learned about new changes coming to the Android ecosystem. Google shared a recap detailing 10 significant updates aimed at enhancing security, optimizing battery life on smartwatches, and expanding entertainment options on various devices, including TVs and cars. Private Space for Sensitive Apps: Android...

Sonos Outlines Plans to Restore App Features, After Customers Rage

Sonos has provided further details on how it plans to restore missing features to its newly launched app, which initially upset customers as key features were missing at launch. The company says it aims to create a more personalized and effortless listening experience with the updated app, which was rebuilt to support future innovations. Sonos...

Bell Outlines Plans to Keep Customers Online During Wildfires, Hurricanes

As wildfires rage in parts of the country and hurricane season looms, Bell detailed how it is implementing strategies to ensure customers remain connected during extreme weather events. A recent Nanos survey commissioned by the Canadian Telecoms Association in March 2024 revealed that over one-third of Canadians (39%) experienced service disruptions due to severe weather...

Save on Bluetti Power Stations: Up to 35% Off for Deal of the Day

Amazon Canada has slashed the price of Bluetti power stations as part of its Deal of the Day promotion, offering up to 35% off and savings of up to $800. Bluetti offers portable power for your camping trips and more, with support for solar panel add-ons, depending on product. Check out what’s on sale right...

Amazon Devices Sale: Up to 57% Off for Mother’s Day

Amazon has launched a sale on its devices, offering up to 57% off for Mother's Day. If you haven't found a present for mom, it's time to get shopping. Devices on sale include eero routers, Fire tablets and televisions, plus various Echo devices including Echo Auto and Kindle e-readers. Check out what's on sale below:...

Apple Watch Series 9 on Sale for $150 Off

Ahead of an expected refresh this fall, Apple Watch Series 9 is on sale right now for $150 off, for both 41mm and 45mm versions. The sale is on at Bell’s The Source, which is showing a variety of Apple Watch Series 9 Wi-Fi GPS alumnium models on discount, down to $399.99, saving you 27%...
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Here are Rogers, Telus, Bell Cellphone Plan Changes from May 8

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, May 8, 2024. Bell Noticeable price changes: Deal on Galaxy S24 series,...

Amazon Prime DoorDash Offer: $5 Off Starbucks Orders

Last June, Amazon Canada and DoorDash teamed up to offer Prime subscribers a free year of DashPass membership. DashPass offers unlimited $0 delivery fees on eligible orders and 5% back in credit on pickup orders along with other perks. Now, Amazon and DoorDash are offering up a limited-time Starbucks promo until May 27, 2024. For...

De’Longhi Mother’s Day: Up to $300 Off Espresso/Coffee Machines

Ahead of Mother’s Day, if you’re still looking for a last-minute gift, De’Longhi is currently offering a sale with up to $300 off select coffee and espresso machines now through May 11. Check out the sale machines below, available on Amazon.ca: Coffee & Espresso Maker, Adjustable Frother: Now $299.99, was $349.99 (15% off) Dedica Arte...

Bell Outlines Plans to Keep Customers Online During Wildfires, Hurricanes

As wildfires rage in parts of the country and hurricane season looms, Bell detailed how it is implementing strategies to ensure customers remain connected during extreme weather events. A recent Nanos survey commissioned by the Canadian Telecoms Association in March 2024 revealed that over one-third of Canadians (39%) experienced service disruptions due to severe weather...

Bell Outages in Manitoba Due to Wildfires Being Restored

Huge wildfires burning out of control in Manitoba have caused outages to Bell services. Specifically, Bell is seeing outages in Flin Flon, Cranberry Portage and surrounding areas, "due to significant damage caused by the ongoing wildfires,” said the telecom on Tuesday. "Our crews have been working around the clock with approx. 9km of fibre being...

Telus to Invest $17 Billion in B.C. to Expand Networks and More

Telus has announced an investment of $17 billion to expand and improve its network infrastructure and operations across B.C. over the next five years. The investment is part of a larger commitment to invest $73 billion across Canada by 2028 to enhance infrastructure, sustainability, and network technology. "At Telus, we know that a reliable and...

CRTC Gives Corus Relief on Canadian Content Spending Rules

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has approved Corus Entertainment's request to reduce its Canadian content spending requirements from 8.5% to 5% of revenue, starting May 13, 2024. Corus, the country's largest provider of independent programming, submitted a proposal last fall, seeking a reduction in spending obligations for programs of national interest (PNI) and...

Freedom Customer Loses $60K in SIM Swap Scam, Court Rejects Lawsuit

British Columbia Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit against Freedom Mobile, following a SIM swap scam that allegedly led to the theft of over $60,000 in bitcoin from Surrey resident Sepehr Tahmasebpour. The court ruled in favour of the telecom, citing a mandatory arbitration clause in the service terms which the plaintiffs claimed they were...

Telus CEO Picks Salary in Company Shares Instead of Cash

Yesterday, Telus reported its Q1 earnings, seeing customer growth year-over-year, due to high demand for mobility and fixed services. Telus saw 45,000 net mobile phone additions, while mobile network revenue and fixed data services increased 2.9% and 2.7% respectively. There are now over 9.8 million mobile phone subscribers. The company’s net income was at $140...

How to Watch: Stream 2024 NHL Playoffs in Canada

Today kicks off the 2024 NHL playoffs as 16 teams battle it out for the Stanley Cup, with playoff hockey marking the best time of the year for fans, especially since we have four Canadian teams in the postseason this year. How to watch and stream the 2024 NHL playoffs in Canada? You’ll be able...

How to: Watch Solar Eclipse Online Livestream in Canada

Today is the day where a once-in-a-lifetime event will take place with a total solar eclipse, where the moon will pass by in front of the sun and cast its shadow (umbra) on Earth. In order to see the total solar eclipse live, you’ll need to be in a location where the path of totality...

How to Use iPhone Express Mode on TTC: Tap to Pay without Unlocking

Last month, when we wrote about Ontario debuting its One Fare program, we noted that PRESTO Apple Wallet support was still missing in action on the TTC. But despite the lack of official PRESTO card support in Apple Wallet on the iPhone, it’s still possible to use the latter to tap to pay—without unlocking your...

How to Watch: 2024 Oscars in Canada Live Stream

It’s that time of the year, when Hollywood comes together for the annual Academy Awards. The 96th Oscars are set to take place live on Sunday, March 10, 2024. Here’s how you can watch the 2024 Oscars live in Canada. For 2024, the 96th Oscars will take place at a new time of 4pm PDT/7pm...

How to Move from Android to iPhone [Tutorial]

Apple has shared a new video detailing how to move from Android to iPhone. The tutorial was shared on its Apple Support YouTube channel. Essentially, the steps are simple. You first need to verify that your Android phone’s contents will fit on your new iPhone or iPad. You should also update Chrome on your Android...

How to Open Control Center on Apple Vision Pro

We all know how to use Control Center on our iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Mac, but what about on Apple’s latest Vision Pro headset? How to open Control Center on the Vision Pro? Apple has shared a video tutorial detailing how to do just that. All you have to do is look up, then...

How to Turn on Apple Vision Pro Accessibility Features [VIDEO]

Apple's Vision Pro headset also features numerous accessibility features, like the rest of the company's devices. A recent video tutorial shared by the Apple Support channel on YouTube detailed some of the accessibility features available. Dwell Control enables users to interact with the Vision Pro without physical gestures. Instead, simple head movements, wrist actions, or...

Apple’s Final Cut Pro for iPad and Mac Get Major Updates

Besides unveiling an update to Logic Pro for iPad and Mac, Apple today also introduced a significant update to its video editing software as well. The new Final Cut Pro for iPad 2 harnesses the capabilities of the latest M4 iPad Pro, transforming it into a multicam production studio. This version introduces Live Multicam, allowing...

Apple Updates Logic Pro for iPad and Mac with AI-Driven Features

Apple today unveiled significant updates to its professional music creation platforms, Logic Pro for iPad 2 and Logic Pro for Mac 11. The new versions offer advanced songwriting, beat-making, producing, and mixing capabilities, enhanced by artificial intelligence. The updates introduce studio assistant features designed to assist artists while ensuring they maintain full creative control. New...

Apple’s M1 MacBook Air on Sale for $799, Save $500

If you’re looking for a ‘cheap’ Apple laptop, the company’s M1 MacBook Air has been slashed down to $799 over at The Source and Amazon Canada, saying that it’s a discount of $500 off. The M1 MacBook Air first debuted back in November 2020, so the laptop is coming up to four years old. The...

Apple M2 Mac mini on Sale for $599, Certified Open Box

If you’re in the market for a Mac mini, the company’s smaller desktop computer with M2 is available for $599.99, as part of Geek Squad certified open box specials over at Best Buy. Apple currently sells this same Mac mini for $799 new, so you're saving $200 here for an open box computer that's been...

Apple Plans New M4 Chip for Entire Mac Lineup: Report

What does Apple have in the pipeline for its Mac? According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, it’s going to be a new overhaul of chips, with the next Apple Silicon version known as M4, that will feature AI capabilities. Sources tell Gurman the M4 chip is close to production and will debut in three versions for...

Best Apple Watch Golf Apps Shared by Apple

Beyond announcing new Accessibility features coming in future software updates, Apple today also touted Apple Watch as the “perfect golfing companion." Apple highlighted some of the best golf apps for Apple Watch to use on the course, noting the wearable has been hailed as the ideal device for golfers, offering a comprehensive experience from the...

Apple Debuts 2024 Pride Edition Watch Band and Wallpapers 

Apple is set to release a new Apple Watch Pride Edition Braided Solo Loop along with a matching watch face and dynamic wallpapers for iOS and iPadOS. These new products are part of Apple's efforts to support LGBTQ+ equality. Starting May 22, customers can order the new Pride Edition Braided Solo Loop on Apple.ca, with...

Bell Increasing Prices of Fibe Internet, Older Apple Watch Plans

Bell is set to increase pricing for select customers on Fibe internet and also those on older Apple Watch plans, iPhone in Canada has learned. A message to customers on Bell statements and within accounts mentions starting July 1, 2024, prices are going up $5 per month for internet. In the statement we saw, a...

Freedom Mobile Expands Apple Watch Plans Nationwide with Extra Data

Quebecor’s Freedom Mobile has expanded its Apple Watch plan to now make it available nationwide, plus ramping up the data allotment. Freedom Mobile has been texting customers according to iPhone in Canada readers, saying they “continue to make good on our promise to improve your service." The company has also increased the 1GB of Freedom data...

Apple Watch Touch Issues: Series 7/8, Ultra 1 also Affected

Back in February, numerous Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 users were reporting “ghost touches” with their smartwatch, essentially the watch looking like it’s been hacked or being taken over by random touches. Apple said shortly afterwards it was investigating the issue and that a software update would be coming to address the issue....

Apple Watch Series 8 Price Drop Saves You $240

Apple Watch Series 8 just saw a major price cut at The Source, with both 41mm and 46mm GPS versions on sale. According to The Source online, we’re seeing the following major discounts: 41mm Series 8: $299 (save $230; regular price $529; 43% off) 45mm Series 8: $329 (save $240; regular price $569; 46% off)...