Reddit and OpenAI have announced a partnership aimed at enhancing the user experience on both platforms. This collaboration will see OpenAI integrating Reddit content into its AI tools, including ChatGPT, to help users discover and engage with Reddit communities more effectively. OpenAI will access Reddit’s Data API, which provides real-time, structured content, enabling better understanding...
Today, the EU has initiated formal proceedings to evaluate whether Meta has violated the Digital Services Act (DSA) concerning the safeguarding of minors.
Alright folks time to buckle up and head over to your local Costco if you’re looking for an Apple Pencil. Last fall a cheaper USB-C Apple Pencil was launched at $109, that lacked pressure sensitivity, wireless pairing and charging (like Apple Pencil 2) and double-tap to change tools. This Apple Pencil USB-C was geared towards...
If you’re looking for a basic iPad, Apple’s 9th-generation—the LTE cellular version—has been slashed significantly over at Walmart.ca. Remaining stock of the 64GB iPad 9 LTE still sells for $629 at authorized retailers such as Best Buy. But right now Walmart.ca has this tablet discounted to $378.98, with coupon code TECH10 taking it down even...
Meta has announced today that it has begun testing a new customizable web experience for Threads, resembling an early version of Tweetdeck. The new interface allows users to tailor their browsing experience to suit their needs. Mark Zuckerberg made the announcement naturally on Threads, of course. "Testing pinned columns on Threads for web,” he said...
Wake up, nerds. OREO and Lucasfilm announced this week the release of Special Edition Star Wars OREO Cookies. The new cookie packs, featuring identical exterior packaging, come in two versions: each containing a single colour crème symbolizing either the dark side or light side of the Force. The twist is that fans won't know which...
Earlier this month, Telus-owned Public Mobile brought back its Canada-US promo plans (that match Freedom Mobile) for a limited time, plus some revised 4G offerings, making them available for new and existing customers. Update May 16, 12:42pm, 2024: Telus says its Canada-US promo plans are still available for new activations and existing customers. The company's...
Apple has launched refurbished iPhone 13 mini models in Canada for purchase in its online store for the first time. As of writing, you can get the iPhone 13 in Midnight in 128GB, 256GB and 512GB, priced at $589, $729 and $989 respectively. Delivery is showing about one week if you order today. An iPhone...
Apple has launched sales of its newest iPad Pro and iPad Air lineup in Canada. The iPad Pro is powered by the company latest Apple Silicon chip, M4, while the iPad Air gets M2 and now comes in a 13-inch display option. iPad Pro starts from $1,399 (and maxes out at over $5,000 with accessories...
Apple has released iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 for download for both iPhone and iPad, plus more. These releases come after Release Candidate versions were made available for developers last week. Here’s what’s available for download: iOS 17.5 iPadOS 17.5 tvOS 17.5 HomePod Software 17.5 watchOS 10.5 macOS Sonoma 14.5 macOS Monterey 12.7.5 macOS Ventura...
Last week, Google officially announced its Pixel 8a smartphone, which is the more affordable entry option, compared to the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. The Pixel 8a brings several enhancements over its predecessor, the Pixel 7a, with improvements spanning camera capabilities, display features, and overall performance. Google sent us a Pixel 8a to go...
Alright folks time to buckle up and head over to your local Costco if you’re looking for an Apple Pencil. Last fall a cheaper USB-C Apple Pencil was launched at $109, that lacked pressure sensitivity, wireless pairing and charging (like Apple Pencil 2) and double-tap to change tools. This Apple Pencil USB-C was geared towards...
If you’re looking for a basic iPad, Apple’s 9th-generation—the LTE cellular version—has been slashed significantly over at Walmart.ca. Remaining stock of the 64GB iPad 9 LTE still sells for $629 at authorized retailers such as Best Buy. But right now Walmart.ca has this tablet discounted to $378.98, with coupon code TECH10 taking it down even...
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 15, 2024. Bell Noticeable price changes: Sale on :...
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 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:...
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%...
Earlier this month, Telus-owned Public Mobile brought back its Canada-US promo plans (that match Freedom Mobile) for a limited time, plus some revised 4G offerings, making them available for new and existing customers. Update May 16, 12:42pm, 2024: Telus says its Canada-US promo plans are still available for new activations and existing customers. The company's...
Telus has announced a significant investment exceeding $10 billion to expand and enhance its network infrastructure and operations in Quebec over the next five years. This plan is part of a broader commitment to invest $73 billion across Canada by 2028 to develop infrastructure, improve sustainability, and advance network technology. "At Telus, we know that...
The Commission for Complaints for Telecom-television Services (CCTS) has published its 2023 Compliance Report Cards, highlighting the compliance levels of telecom and TV service providers with the CCTS’s complaint-handling requirements. These requirements include following the CCTS’s complaint-handling process, informing customers about the CCTS’s ombuds services, paying CCTS fees, and sharing financial information. “The CCTS’s compliance...
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 15, 2024. Bell Noticeable price changes: Sale on :...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Assassin's Creed Shadows launches on Apple silicon Mac devices, launching November 15th alongside PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Amazon Luna, and PC this fall.
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 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...
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...
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...
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 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 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...
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...
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 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)...
