CRTC Denies Quick Decision on ‘Big 3’ Fibre Network Sharing

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has rejected a request by Bell and several independent internet providers for an expedited decision that would block incumbents from using competitors' fibre networks to deliver services. According to CRTC secretary-general Marc Morin, the petition, filed in March, lacked sufficient evidence of irreparable harm, reports The Canadian Press....

Bell’s iHeartRadio App Adds 39 Corus Radio Stations

Bell Media has expanded iHeartRadio Canada by adding 39 Corus radio stations, available across all platforms. Available on the iHeartRadio Canada iOS and Android app and the web, new Corus radio stations include Toronto's Q107 and Vancouver's CFOX; Calgary's Country 105 and Edmonton's CISN 103.9; Kitchener's 91.5 The Beat, playing the best of pop; and...

This iPad Pro Ad Sparking Blowback, People Losing their Minds

As part of yesterday’s M4 iPad Pro unveiling, the company released an ad called ‘Crush’ to go with it. The nearly one-minute ad showcases a variety of instruments, toys, camera lenses, art supplies and more, getting crushed into one single iPad Pro. That’s when the ad ends with saying, “the most powerful iPad ever is...

Bell Outage in Oshawa Ongoing as Repairs Underway

If you’re a Bell internet, phone, IPTV or wireless customers in Oshawa, Ontario, you might have experienced an outage since Monday. That’s because a third party looks to have accidentally cut a fibre cable, meaning this outage isn’t exactly the fault of Bell. The company tried to make this explicitly clear on X. "Some customers...

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...

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...
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Here are Rogers, Telus, Bell Cellphone Plan Changes from May 1

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 1, 2024. Bell Noticeable price changes: Up to $600 off iPhone...

Amazon Prime Day Deals in Canada are Back This July

Amazon’s Prime Day deals are set to return in Canada this July, announced the company on Friday. This will be Amazon’s 10th anniversary of its Prime Day event, which offers exclusive deals for Prime members. "I’m thrilled to share that Prime Day will be back this July! This will be Amazon’s 10th Prime Day, and...

Apple Watch Series 9/SE on Sale, Includes Free Beats Earphones

If you’re looking for a sale on Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch SE, check out the bonus offer over at The Source. Right now, with your Apple Watch purchase you can get a free pair of Beats Studio Buds, worth $189.99. Here’s what’s on sale: Series 9 45mm - $519 (save $70) same...

CRTC Denies Quick Decision on ‘Big 3’ Fibre Network Sharing

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has rejected a request by Bell and several independent internet providers for an expedited decision that would block incumbents from using competitors' fibre networks to deliver services. According to CRTC secretary-general Marc Morin, the petition, filed in March, lacked sufficient evidence of irreparable harm, reports The Canadian Press....

Bell’s iHeartRadio App Adds 39 Corus Radio Stations

Bell Media has expanded iHeartRadio Canada by adding 39 Corus radio stations, available across all platforms. Available on the iHeartRadio Canada iOS and Android app and the web, new Corus radio stations include Toronto's Q107 and Vancouver's CFOX; Calgary's Country 105 and Edmonton's CISN 103.9; Kitchener's 91.5 The Beat, playing the best of pop; and...

Bell Outage in Oshawa Ongoing as Repairs Underway

If you’re a Bell internet, phone, IPTV or wireless customers in Oshawa, Ontario, you might have experienced an outage since Monday. That’s because a third party looks to have accidentally cut a fibre cable, meaning this outage isn’t exactly the fault of Bell. The company tried to make this explicitly clear on X. "Some customers...

Another Emergency Cellphone Alert Test Hits May 8

Get ready for another emergency cellphone alert test, coming your way on Wednesday, May 8. The National Public Alerting System is a joint effort among federal, provincial, and territorial governments designed to warn the public of imminent or potential dangers, such as floods, tornadoes, fires, and other disasters. This system is also utilized for issuing...

Fizz TV is Coming for Apple and Android Users

Besides the launch of Freedom Mobile home internet and TV today, Quebecor’s Videotron also has TV coming to its prepaid wireless brand, Fizz, iPhone in Canada has learned. That’s according to the Fizz TV app in Apple’s App Store, showing as available for iPhone, iPad and Apple TV. The Fizz TV app is also showing...

Freedom Mobile Internet and TV with Promo Pricing Lands May 7 [Update]

Quebecor’s Freedom Mobile is set to reintroduce its home internet services and launch a new customizable TV option, aiming to provide a comprehensive and affordable entertainment package to its postpaid customers. Freedom's internet offerings utilize Rogers' cable network infrastructure, delivering speeds ranging from 30Mbps to 1Gbps. The services are initially available in select areas, with...

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...

Canva Acquires Affinity, Makers of Popular Mac Photo Editor

Australia-based Canva announced it will acquire the British makers of photo editing software, Affinity, which has popular apps for Mac, iPad and Windows users. Affinity has over 3 million users worldwide that use its professional design software, including Designer 2, Photo 2 and Publisher 2. "While our last decade at Canva has focused heavily on...

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)...

Apple Axes Plan for In-House Apple Watch Displays: Report

Apple’s plans for in-house made Apple Watch displays using microLED tech has been axed, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The reason for the project cancellation? Sources claim it was due to high cost and complexity with the plan. The result now is Apple reorganizing its display engineering teams and also cutting jobs in the U.S...