The Standing Committee on Industry and Technology is set to reconvene this week to scrutinize Rogers' plan to increase cell phone prices, which iPhone in Canada first reported before the news percolated across the country. This move comes in the wake of Rogers' announcement to raise prices starting January 17, a decision that contradicts earlier...
With Rogers recently informing customers it was increasing prices for some wireless plans and select Ignite bundles, Canada’s Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne says Canadians are still overpaying for telecom services, with little competition available. Earlier this week, iPhone in Canada first reported that Rogers was raising the prices of select wireless plans for customers not...
Last year, the $26 billion Rogers-Shaw merger was approved by the federal government, and Canadians were told to expect increased competition and lower pricing. Well, it doesn't seem that's happening exactly across the board. After we first told you about Rogers wireless and Ignite bundle pricing increases, iPhone in Canada has now learned Shaw prices...
On Thursday evening, Rogers suffered an internet outage in Ontario and it was widespread enough that it went trending on X in Canada. Rogers customers in southern Ontario voiced their frustration on late Thursday as internet and TV went down for some customers. Downdetector saw 46,000+ reports of outages from Rogers, but the company’s social...
Last night, SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket made a significant stride in global communication technology by launching 21 Starlink satellites, including its first six with innovative Direct to Cell capabilities, from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, reports Tesla North. The Direct to Cell feature allows mobile network operators globally to provide seamless access to texting,...
It looks like Rogers isn’t just increasing the price of wireless rates for some customers in January 2024, but Ignite Bundle service rates are also going up. According to info obtained by iPhone in Canada, Rogers sent out a notice that Ignite Bundles are going to increase by $8 per month on the first bill...
Rogers has informed numerous wireless customers that price hikes are coming later this month, indicating the change on monthly bill statements. According to numerous iPhone in Canada readers, their latest bill statements indicate that after January 17, 2024, monthly mobile plans will be increasing by $7 to $9 per month, for those not on financing...
CBC/Radio-Canada and Rogers separately announced partnerships with the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) to broadcast and stream the League's inaugural season, which consists of six teams from Canada and the U.S. This collaboration aims to enhance the visibility of women's sports in Canada. The first-ever PWHL game is scheduled for New Year’s Day, January 1,...
Rogers has launched a new 5G promo plan in Quebec, slashing its existing $34/50GB plan down further as it appears competition may be heating up. The company’s $34/50GB plan is available right now for bring your own device customers, but coupon code BIENVENUE10 takes $10 off for 24 months, reducing the price to $24. A...
If your employer offers corporate plans as part of the Rogers Preferred Program (RPP), or common known as an EPP plan, you may want to check the online portal for the latest deals ahead of Boxing Day. According to information obtained by iPhone in Canada, the latest Rogers RPP plan announced on Friday is the...
Rogers has announced the activation of three new cellular towers along British Columbia's Highway 16, known as the Highway of Tears, increasing public safety and wireless coverage in the region. This initiative is part of Rogers' commitment to truth and reconciliation and aims to connect Indigenous communities through improved network infrastructure. "We are proud to...
Rogers and Fido are in the spirit of giving it appears. Both companies are sending out text messages to customers informing them of up to 30GB of free monthly data bonuses. “A holiday treat from us to you,” reads a message from Rogers, noting the bonus is good for 24 months, notes RFD forum members....
