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Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro Max: Best-Selling Smartphone Globally in Q1 • iPhone in Canada Blog
In Q1 of 2024, Apple's iPhone 15 Pro Max was as the best-selling smartphone, marking the first time this model has topped sales charts in a non-seasonal quarter. According to Counterpoint Research's Global Monthly Handset Model Sales Tracker, the top 10 list for Q1 2024 was dominated by Apple and Samsung, each claiming five spots.
Telus Launches AI Chatbot Powered by ChatGPT • iPhone in Canada Blog
Telus has introduced a new generative AI customer support tool on Telus.com, a partnership with Fuel iX and Microsoft OpenAI Service, with the latter bringing access to ChatGPT. This new generative AI support tool has successfully handled over 50,000 customer queries, improving information accessibility by 28% compared to traditional site searches, says Telus, noting it
Public Mobile Starts Switching All Customers to New Points Program • iPhone in Canada Blog
Back in March, Telus-owned Public Mobile announced it was going to end its legacy rewards program in May, and the company has started to follow through on its plan. On Saturday, iPhone in Canada readers relayed to us that they started receiving text notifications from Public Mobile that they had automatically joined the new Public
Apple Debuts 2024 Pride Edition Watch Band and Wallpapers • iPhone in Canada Blog
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
Freedom Mobile Internet and TV with Promo Pricing Lands May 7 • iPhone in Canada Blog
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
Pluto TV Canada Expands with New A+E Networks Channels • iPhone in Canada Blog
Free ad-supported streaming service Pluto TV Canada has expanded its library with six new streaming channels from A+E Networks. New channels include the popular reality series "Dance Moms”, along with “Dog the Bounty Hunter”, “AX Men” and more. "We are thrilled to showcase six new channels which will serve to underscore our commitment to provide
Apple’s iPad Event on Tuesday Will Be Shorter Than You Think: Report • iPhone in Canada Blog
This week Apple plans to hold its “Let Loose” iPad event on Tuesday, set to start at 7am PDT/10am EDT. For those expecting a long presentation, don’t count on it, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman on Sunday. He says the iPad presentation is "expected to be about 35 minutes," suggesting we won't be seeing significant
Toronto Teacher Solves Cellphone Addiction in the Classroom • iPhone in Canada Blog
A teacher at York Mills Collegiate Institute in Toronto introduced a new cellphone policy that has significantly improved student engagement. Vanessa Yoon created a pledge at the start of the school year, requiring students and their parents to agree to specific cellphone use guidelines, reports the Globe and Mail. The issue? She could teach a
What to Expect at Apple’s iPad Event on May 7 • iPhone in Canada Blog
Next week on Tuesday, May 7, Apple will hold a special event to reveal new iPad updates. This event will start at 7am PDT/10am EDT, a departure from the regular 10am PDT start time. This will allow Europe and China to partake in the event as well. What will Apple reveal? Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has
Public Mobile Brings Back Canada-US Plans for a Limited Time • iPhone in Canada Blog
Telus-owned Public Mobile just can’t make up its mind, as it has brought back Canada-US plans after removing them last month. As of today, Public Mobile is showing the following Canada-US 5G plans for a limited time, available for new and existing subscribers. Time to make changes for your next renewal if you're an existing
Koodo ‘Winback’ 2024: $25/30GB Plan Tries to Lure You Back • iPhone in Canada Blog
Telus-owned Koodo is again offering a special ‘winback’ plan to bring back former customers. The latest winback plan is a $25 per month offering that includes 30GB of data. This $25/30GB bring your own phone plan includes 4G data speeds ($13/1GB overages), unlimited nationwide calling and messaging, the usual extras like caller ID, etc, plus
Air Canada Musical Guides Hit Spotify, Featuring Quebec Artists • iPhone in Canada Blog
Air Canada has introduced three musical travel guides featuring collaborations with notable Quebec artists. These guides were crafted to enhance the travel experience to Europe by leveraging music and personal stories. The artists involved are Charlotte Cardin, Alexandra Stréliski, and Sarahmée, who each present their favourite European destinations—Paris, Amsterdam, and Barcelona. Available starting today on
Rogers Eyes Renewal of NHL Broadcasting Rights in 2026 • iPhone in Canada Blog
Rogers CEO Tony Staffieri announced the company plans to pursue renewal of its NHL broadcast rights, which expire after the 2025-26 season. Staffieri revealed this at a Canadian Club Toronto event on Wednesday, citing how the deal has helped the company’s Sportsnet channels grow. The current deal is a whopping $5.2-billion, 12-year contract signed back
Telus CEO’s $21 Million Pay Faces ‘No’ Vote by Proxy Advisor Firm • iPhone in Canada Blog
Telus CEO Darren Entwistle has reclaimed his title as the highest-paid telecom executive in Canada, and now a proxy advisor firm is arguing against his massive pay day. In 2023, Entwistle received $21.06 million, a substantial increase from previous years. This figure included a $1.6 million salary and a $1.32 million cash bonus, with the
Amazon Kindle, Fire TV and More on Sale Ahead of Mother’s Day • iPhone in Canada Blog
Mother’s Day is coming up in nine days and Amazon Canada has discounted a bunch of its devices ahead of the special day for mom. Notable devices on sale include Kindle e-readers at up to 27% off, while Fire TV devices and tablets are also on sale, at up to 30% off. This is the
Freedom Mobile Deal Offers Pre-Owned iPhone 12 for $120 • iPhone in Canada Blog
Apple’s iPhone 12 launched back in October 2020, making it nearly four years old. If you’re looking for a certified pre-owned iPhone 12, Quebecor’s Freedom Mobile is offering it for $5/month over 24 months with MyTab financing. What’s the minimum plan for this refurb iPhone 12? Freedom Mobile says a minimum $39/month plan after Digital
Telus’ Koodo Drops 5G Plans from its Website [Update] • iPhone in Canada Blog
Telus-owned Koodo has made changes to its website and no longer lists 5G plans, leaving only plans with 4G and 3G speeds, iPhone in Canada has learned. Here’s what’s available as of writing: $30 pay-per-use data with unlimited Canada-wide minutes $39/20GB 4G $44/40GB 4G $49/50GB 4G While plans with 5G speeds are no longer offered,
Telus, Rogers Increase Data to 200GB on Most Expensive Plans • iPhone in Canada Blog
It looks like the ‘Big 3’ are in the process of revamping their premium wireless plans, with both Telus and Rogers increasing data buckets to 200GB. Telus has increased data to 200GB on its $80 and $100/month plans, while both also include Disney+ free for 12 months. Here’s what’s available as of writing: $60/60GB -
LinkedIn Launches Games, Because Why Not • iPhone in Canada Blog
The social network for working professionals to flex their accomplishments to current and former colleagues, LinkedIn, is launching games designed to bring connections and encourage learning, essentially allowing its users to take a break during the day. Daniel Roth, editor-in-chief and VP at LinkedIn, announced on Thursday that the platform would integrate games into the
Apple Reports Q2 Revenue Drop, iPhone Sales Fall 10% [Update] • iPhone in Canada Blog
Apple revealed its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2024, which concluded on March 30, 2024. The iPhone maker reported a decrease in quarterly revenue to $90.8 billion, a 4% drop from the previous year, alongside earnings per diluted share of $1.53. "Today Apple is reporting revenue of $90.8 billion for the March
Apple’s iOS App Changes in the EU Coming to iPad • iPhone in Canada Blog
Apple has announced updates to its app distribution policies in the European Union, now reducing financial barriers for developers through the Core Technology Fee (CTF). The CTF is part of Apple's alternative business terms in the EU and is designed to reflect the value provided by Apple's tools, technologies, and services that assist developers in
Bell Increasing Prices of Fibe Internet, Older Apple Watch Plans • iPhone in Canada Blog
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
Removing Personal Info from Google Searches in Canada Gets Easier • iPhone in Canada Blog
Google is expanding its privacy tools by introducing "Results About You” in Canada, a feature designed to help people control their personal information appearing in search results. This tool offers the detection and removal of personal contact details such as phone numbers, home addresses, and email addresses from Google Search. A Google spokesperson told iPhone
Lucky Mobile, Chatr Promos Give $29 Plans 15GB Bonus Data • iPhone in Canada Blog
Bell’s Lucky Mobile and Rogers’ Chatr have promos right now targeting their entry $29 4G plans. Lucky Mobile’s $29 plan normally includes 25GB of data after automatic top-up, but right now an extra 15GB per month is available for 24 months, taking it to 40GB total. Of course, this is only for new activations. You
iPhone Alarms Not Working? Fix Coming Says Apple • iPhone in Canada Blog
Have you been waking up late over the past week or so? It appears for some, iPhone alarms are not working as intended, with the alarm going off but no audio. The Wall Street Journal’s Joanna Stern said yesterday, "Today Show called me last night and said iPhone alarms aren't working! I hadn't heard that
7-Eleven Canada Launches Tetris-Slurpee Gaming Device Contest • iPhone in Canada Blog
7-Eleven Canada has partnered with iconic video game Tetris for a unique contest and limited-time merchandise collection, to celebrate the game's 40th anniversary. From May 1 to June 25, 2024, 7-Eleven customers can participate in a contest to win one of 1,800 handheld game devices styled after 7-Eleven's famous Slurpee machines. These cool handhelds are
Claude iPhone App Download: Free AI Chatbot, Not in Canada Yet • iPhone in Canada Blog
Anthropic is an AI startup behind Claude, its chatbot that rivals the likes of OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini. Claude has launched an iPhone and iPad app in the App Store, bringing its AI chatbot to mobile users. But so far, the app is only available for download in the U.S., and not Canada just
T-Mobile Owns Mint Mobile, Gives Free Canada Roaming • iPhone in Canada Blog
Last March, T-Mobile announced it was set to acquire Mint Mobile, owned by Canadian Ryan Reynolds. At the time, it likely signalled the end of Reynolds’ attempts to bring the MVNO to Canada. As of today, T-Mobile has completed its acquisition of Mint Mobile. “This combination is a win-win all around – a perfect pairing