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Nirvanna the Band the Show coming to Disney+ Canada in August Two ...

2026-07-21T20:27:52Z

Nirvanna the Band the Show coming to Disney+ Canada in August

Two Toronto icons are coming to Disney+ Canada. Film distributor Neon has confirmed that the cult classic Canadian mockumentary series Nirvanna the Band Show will begin streaming on Disney+ in Canada on August 7. This includes the two seasons of the show that ran on Viceland from 2017 to 2018. Per Matt and Jay, we will […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/07/21/nirvanna-the-band-the-show-disney-plus-canada-august-2026/

Apple is testing Genius Bar AI note-taking tool: report Apple is ...

2026-07-21T16:30:50Z

Apple is testing Genius Bar AI note-taking tool: report

Apple is currently piloting an AI-powered note-taking feature at Apple Store Genius Bars, according to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman. Per the publication, this “Live Notes” feature, which is being tested at some stores, will transcribe and summarize conversations with customers. Apple’s goal with the feature is to save employees time so they can focus more on […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/07/21/apple-genius-bar-ai-note-taking-tool/

Snap cutting 16% of staff amid AI push Snap is laying off roughly ...

2026-04-15T22:38:22Z

Snap cutting 16% of staff amid AI push

Snap is laying off roughly 16 per cent of its global workforce amid a company-wide shift to AI to improve company profits. According to a memo sent to employees by Snap CEO Evan Siegel, the cuts will affect roughly 1000 full-time employees. An additional 300 open roles are also being closed. “While these changes are […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/15/snap-lays-off-16-staff-ai-push/

Amazon’s art frame TV is now available for pre-order in Canada ...

2026-04-15T22:18:43Z

Amazon’s art frame TV is now available for pre-order in Canada

Amazon is launching an all-new line of devices in an effort to refresh its lineup. The new launch covers everything streaming, from new products to improved interfaces. First up, Amazon is excited to announce the all-new Amazon Ember Artline, a Fire TV that, when inactive, turns into a customizable art display. With over 2,000 curated […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/15/amazons-art-frame-tv-is-now-available-for-pre-order-in-canada/

Microsoft Surface Hub no longer being produced Microsoft is ...

2026-04-15T22:15:02Z

Microsoft Surface Hub no longer being produced

Microsoft is officially stopping production on its Surface Hub line of products. The Surface came in two sizes, a 50″ model with a price of $12,999.99 and an 80″ model costing $31,649.99, and was envisioned as the future for business and collaboration. With its modular components allowing for plug-and-play replaceability for memory and motherboards, the […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/15/microsoft-surface-hub-no-longer-being-produced/

WestJet and Petro-Canada partner on loyalty program WestJet and ...

2026-04-15T19:14:26Z

WestJet and Petro-Canada partner on loyalty program

WestJet and Petro-Canada have announced a new loyalty program partnership. Starting in early 2027, you’ll be able to link your WestJet Rewards and Petro-Points accounts for new benefits. These will include: Earn your preferred loyalty currency on fuel, car wash and convenience store purchases Earn 20 per cent more Petro-Points on purchases at Petro-Canada Redeem […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/15/westjet-petro-canada-loyalty-program-partnership/

Bell launches a $55/80GB plan amid plan shuffle Bell has shuffled ...

2026-04-15T18:28:37Z

Bell launches a $55/80GB plan amid plan shuffle

Bell has shuffled around some of its lower-end plans and has introduced a new $55/80GB plan. This new plan, which falls in the “Lite” spot in the Bell lineup, includes unlimited Canada-wide talk, text, and data, SD video streaming cap, and hotspot capabilities. This plan also features standard reduced speeds of up to 512 kbps […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/15/bell-launches-a-55-80gb-plan-amid-plan-shuffle/

Nothing Warp can transfer files between Android and your computer ...

2026-04-15T17:10:10Z

Nothing Warp can transfer files between Android and your computer

Following in the footsteps of tools like AirDrop, Quick Share and Phone Link, Nothing’s new Warp tool is making file transfers smooth and easy. Unlike its predecessors, Nothing Warp connects any computer, whether PC, Mac or Linux, with any Android device, not just Nothing phones. It is a Chrome extension available on the Chrome Web […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/15/nothing-makes-sharing-to-and-from-android-seamless/

Chaos over Pokémon cards at Ontario Costco goes viral An Ontario ...

2026-04-15T16:10:23Z

Chaos over Pokémon cards at Ontario Costco goes viral

An Ontario Costco has gone viral after violence broke out in its parking lot over new Pokémon cards. As shared by Pokémon-focused Instagram page Pokéstreez, dozens of people were lined up on Friday at the Costco on Laird Drive in Mississauga for the TCG’s new Prismatic Evolutions drop. After seeing one buyer with a cart […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/15/pokemon-cards-fight-mississauga-ontario-costco-viral/

Accessing Gemini on Windows easier now with new Google app Google ...

2026-04-15T15:26:24Z

Accessing Gemini on Windows easier now with new Google app

Google has made it easier to access Gemini when you’re on Windows through its new Google app. Once downloaded, you’ll be able to use a keyboard shortcut for quicker access to AI-powered responses, and you’ll be able to follow up with questions and get links. The new app also has Lens and screen sharing built […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/15/gemini-windows-google-app/

Koodo boosts $40 plan with an extra 40GB of data Telus-owned ...

2026-04-15T14:08:24Z

Koodo boosts $40 plan with an extra 40GB of data

Telus-owned Koodo has dropped the price of its 60GB wireless plan and dropped its 20GB option in the company’s latest plan shuffle. Previously, Koodo offered $40/20GB and $45/60GB 5G plans, but now the carrier has one $40/60GB 5G option. While generally an improvement — more data for less is always good — it’s a bit […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/15/koodo-boosts-40-plan-with-40gb-extra-data/

Google expands AI training for 40,000 manufacturing workers The ...

2026-04-15T11:47:31Z

Google expands AI training for 40,000 manufacturing workers

The manufacturing industry is getting an update to its training. Google is spending US$10 million (about C$13.7 million) to provide AI training for the manufacturing industry. According to the Manufacturing Institute (MI), 82 per cent of workers and 87 per cent of leadership do not have the proficiency in AI needed to keep up with […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/15/google-expands-ai-training-for-40000-manufacturing-workers/

Videotron launches 2Gbps residential internet in some Quebec ...

2026-04-14T22:00:11Z

Videotron launches 2Gbps residential internet in some Quebec areas

Videotron has launched ‘2 Giga Internet‘ residential internet in select areas of Québec, which will feature download speeds up to 2,000Mbps (2Gbps) and upload speeds of 200Mbps at the access point. Videotron says 2 Giga Internet will be available to eligible customers without needing to buy any new equipment, and unlimited data is included at […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/videotron-2gbps-internet-plans-some-quebec-areas/

Google’s new tool turns AI prompts into customizable tools ...

2026-04-14T21:47:44Z

Google’s new tool turns AI prompts into customizable tools

Google is releasing a new tool that is redefining how users utilize AI. The new tool, Skills, takes prompts such as “read this page” or “how many calories are in this recipe?” and allows users to save them for later use. There is no need to retype old prompts or save them elsewhere for later […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/googles-new-tool-turns-ai-prompts-into-customizable-tools/

Microsoft ends service for its lightweight Outlook app Microsoft ...

2026-04-14T21:44:03Z

Microsoft ends service for its lightweight Outlook app

Microsoft is ending service for its Outlook Lite email app and removing it from the Google Play Store, with its sole focus on the full Outlook app. After four years and a loyal user base, Microsoft says it is shutting down its lightweight, low-storage-cost email app on May 25, 2026, leaving users with the option […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/microsoft-ends-service-for-lightweight-email-app/

Apple Vision Pro users gain access to select Steam Link An open ...

2026-04-14T21:30:26Z

Apple Vision Pro users gain access to select Steam Link

An open beta for Valve’s Steam Link is active for users with the Apple Vision Pro. Valve is offering Apple Vision Pro users access to a beta version of the app on TestFlight. The latest version of the beta features improved network performance, 4K streaming resolution, and display curve adjustment in panoramic mode. Slouken, an […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/apple-vision-pro-users-gain-access-to-select-steam-link/

NDP pushes for ban on algorithmic pricing, calling it ...

2026-04-14T21:05:37Z

NDP pushes for ban on algorithmic pricing, calling it ‘unfair’ and ‘creepy’

The NDP is calling on the federal government to ban stores from using personal data to set prices. In his first appearance in Parliament Hill on Monday as new NDP leader, Avi Lewis slammed this business practice, which he referred to as “surveillance pricing” but is also known as “algorithmic” or “dynamic” pricing. As technology […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/ndp-ban-algorithmic-pricing/

Chipotle updates mobile app with revamped rewards program in ...

2026-04-14T20:21:49Z

Chipotle updates mobile app with revamped rewards program in Canada

Chipotle has redesigned its app experience and overhauled its rewards program in Canada and the U.S. First up, the new interface centralizes all Rewards content into a single location to make it easier to see your points balances, offers, redemption progress, and more. Further, it now features an enhanced points tracker and more interactive challenges […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/chipotle-canada-mobile-app-revamped-rewards-program/

Amazon to acquire satellite company behind Apple’s Emergency ...

2026-04-14T19:25:54Z

Amazon to acquire satellite company behind Apple’s Emergency SOS

Amazon has announced that it has acquired and is merging with satellite internet provider Globalstar to bolster Leo, its Starlink competitor. Globalstar, though not much of a well-known name, provides Apple’s emergency connectivity features for both compatible iPhones and Apple Watches. In a statement, Amazon said that the deal will grow Leo’s space-based footprint and […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/amazon-globalstar-apple-acquisition/

Canadian EV interest is rebounding in 2026: study A survey has ...

2026-04-14T18:44:51Z

Canadian EV interest is rebounding in 2026: study

A survey has revealed that EV purchase intent within Canada is rebounding for the first time since 2022. The survey, conducted by AutoTrader, found that nearly half of non-EV owners (49 per cent) say they would consider an EV, which is the first year-over-year increase since 2022 (42 per cent last year, 46 per cent […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/canadian-ev-interest-rebound-2026-study/

Everyone asked for more Bloodborne, so we’re getting an ...

2026-04-14T18:17:02Z

Everyone asked for more Bloodborne, so we’re getting an animated movie

Sony has announced an animated film based on developer FromSoftware’s beloved action game, Bloodborne. Few details were revealed, but at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, Sony confirmed that it will be R-rated and “very true” to the original 2015 PS4 game. In that seminal experience, players had to survive in a gory and nightmarish Lovecraftian world, […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/bloodborne-animated-movie-playstation/

Rogers tells some customers it’s boosting data speeds to ...

2026-04-14T17:36:08Z

Rogers tells some customers it’s boosting data speeds to ‘1Gpbs’

Rogers has sent out a service message to some customers letting them know their data is getting a free speed boost. However, the company’s message has a pretty silly typo — do they want me to start editing their texts? In the message to customers, Rogers mistakenly calls it “Gpbs” instead of “Gbps.” The acronym […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/rogers-1gpbs-text/

How this Canadian game dev brings together small-town Ontario and ...

2026-04-14T17:01:04Z

How this Canadian game dev brings together small-town Ontario and Toronto

Lately, we’ve been seeing a notable uptick in media set in Toronto, from Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie to video games like Scott Pilgrim EX and Retroronto. For a city that seldom gets to play itself, that trend has certainly been exciting for Canadians. RollerGirl, an upcoming indie roller skating adventure game from Toronto-based Pushing Vertices, looks […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/rollergirl-bonus-stage-toronto-interview-indigo-doyle/

Microsoft hikes Surface prices by up to $700 in Canada Microsoft ...

2026-04-14T16:09:13Z

Microsoft hikes Surface prices by up to $700 in Canada

Microsoft has jacked the prices of several of its Surface computers, citing RAM and other component costs. In Canada, prices have risen significantly, in some cases as much as $700 just for the base configurations without even getting into options with more memory or storage: Surface Pro 13-inch – starts at $2,149.99 (previously $1,449.99) Surface […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/microsoft-surface-price-increase-canada/

Google launches Personal Intelligence for the Gemini app in ...

2026-04-14T15:07:36Z

Google launches Personal Intelligence for the Gemini app in Canada

Google has launched ‘Personal Intelligence’ for the Gemini app in Canada. Personal Intelligence allows Gemini to tailor its responses by using data from your Google ecosystem, starting with Gmail, Photos, Search and your YouTube history. While Gemini was already using information from these apps, Personal Intelligence will now reason across your data to surface useful […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/google-personal-intelligence-gemini-app-canada/

Razer Viper V4 Pro Review: Lightweight champ At a glance, you ...

2026-04-14T14:34:16Z

Razer Viper V4 Pro Review: Lightweight champ

At a glance, you probably wouldn’t be able to tell Razer’s new Viper V4 Pro mouse apart from the Viper V3 Hyperspeed and V3 Pro. But while they might look similar on the outside, Razer upgraded the internals in some notable ways. Upgrades include much longer battery life at up to 180 hours at 1,000Hz […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/razer-v4-pro-mouse-gigantus-v2-pro-review/

Nexdoor launches ads manager for local businesses Nextdoor, the ...

2026-04-14T12:00:35Z

Nexdoor launches ads manager for local businesses

Nextdoor, the neighbourhood network, has announced that it is launching a self-serve ad manager for local businesses known as the Nextdoor Ads Manager (NAM). Essentially, the NAM is a full-service advertising platform that allows businesses of all sizes to reach what it calls “verified neighbours at scale who are actively looking for local solutions,” with […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/14/nexdoor-launches-ads-manager-for-local-businesses/

A&W Canada offering Mozza Burger for only $4.99 for limited ...

2026-04-13T21:53:56Z

A&W Canada offering Mozza Burger for only $4.99 for limited time

A&W Canada is offering a discount on Mozza Burgers for a limited time only. Until April 29, you can get the food item for $4.99 through either the A&W mobile app or by visiting your local restaurant. While prices can slightly vary depending on location, a Mozza Burger generally costs around $8, so this is […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/aw-canada-mozza-burger-deal/

Pixel 10 Pro $250 off during Google Store spring deals The Google ...

2026-04-13T21:39:18Z

Pixel 10 Pro $250 off during Google Store spring deals

The Google Store has discounted various products such as the Pixel 10, the Pixel Watch 4 and the Pixel Buds Pro 2. You can find the discounted devices on the Google Store website. Pixel 10 Pro XL: now $1,379, was $1,629 — on sale until April 24 Pixel 10 Pro: now $1,099, was $1,349 — on […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/pixel-10-pro-250-off-google-store-spring-deals/

CTV and Crave to be new Canadian home of Saturday Night Live ...

2026-04-13T21:20:57Z

CTV and Crave to be new Canadian home of Saturday Night Live starting this fall

Bell has secured the Canadian licensing rights to Saturday Night Live. As part of this deal with NBCUniversal, the iconic sketch comedy series will be simulcast live on Bell’s CTV and Crave platforms. New episodes will also be available on demand on Crave the following day. Corus Entertainment was the previous holder of the Canadian SNL rights, […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/ctv-crave-new-canadian-home-saturday-night-live-fall-2026/

Apple smart glasses are in development and seem promising Apple ...

2026-04-13T21:11:05Z

Apple smart glasses are in development and seem promising

Apple is making an effort to catch its competitors in the smart glasses market. Despite entering the scene long after smart glasses giants like XReal, Meta, and RayNeo, Apple is rumoured to release multiple styles that can go head-to-head with the big names on the market. Apple is developing four different frame designs, according to […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/apple-smart-glasses-in-development/

Amazon’s Starlink rival Leo gets a new launch date Amazon’s ...

2026-04-13T20:27:27Z

Amazon’s Starlink rival Leo gets a new launch date

Amazon’s satellite internet service, which is meant to go against Starlink, has a new launch date CEO Andy Jassy has said that the company’s space internet service Leo will “launch in mid-2026,” which is assumed to be the proper commercial availability, since there has already been an “enterprise preview” since the end of 2025, according […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/amazons-starlink-rival-leo-gets-a-new-launch-date/

Xbox boss admits Game Pass has gotten too expensive Big changes ...

2026-04-13T20:10:23Z

Xbox boss admits Game Pass has gotten too expensive

Big changes are likely on the way for Xbox Game Pass. As reported by The Verge, Asha Sharma, the new CEO of Microsoft Gaming, admitted in an internal employee memo that the subscription service has become too pricey. “Game Pass is central to gaming value on Xbox. It’s also clear that the current model isn’t the […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/xbox-boss-game-pass-too-expensive/

Rockstar hacked again, says it won’t impact players or GTA VI ...

2026-04-13T19:41:00Z

Rockstar hacked again, says it won’t impact players or GTA VI

Rockstar has once again been targeted by hackers, although the company is downplaying the impact it will have. Over the weekend, cyber extortion group Shiny Hunters, which has previously targeted the likes of Microsoft, Pornhub and Ticketmaster, posted on its dark web site that it had breached the Grand Theft Auto VI maker and threatened to […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/rockstar-hack-downplays-impact-players-gta-vi/

Samsung quietly hikes prices on several phones and tablets We ...

2026-04-13T19:14:38Z

Samsung quietly hikes prices on several phones and tablets

We received a tip from a MobileSyrup reader about Samsung increasing the prices of its Galaxy S25 FE and Galaxy S10 Lite. After some digging, we’ve confirmed the increases for certain storage configurations. The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is now $1,049, up from its original $999.99 price tag. The Galaxy Tab S10 Lite started at […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/samsung-raises-prices-several-phones-tablets/

Rogers adds new travel pass options, quietly hikes prices Rogers ...

2026-04-13T18:47:21Z

Rogers adds new travel pass options, quietly hikes prices

Rogers has quietly added new roaming travel passes, which will affect customers travelling to Europe, Asia, Africa and other regions. Alongside the changes, the company also introduced some price increases. Most notably, 30-day passes in Europe and in the Caribbean have increased to $90 from $80. The International 30-day pass has also increased from $110 […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/rogers-travel-pass-options-price-hikes/

CRTC adds new notification rules for promotions, roaming costs ...

2026-04-13T17:34:50Z

CRTC adds new notification rules for promotions, roaming costs

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) is now requiring service providers to notify customers before their contracts, discounts, or promotions end. The new notifications, implemented as part of a consultation regarding enhanced customer notifications, also include being notified when you have incurred a $50 roaming charge. The notifications must also include a list of […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/crtc-adds-new-notification-rules-for-promotions-roaming-costs/

Toronto Mayor has doubts as Waymo plans to test robo taxis in ...

2026-04-13T16:29:28Z

Toronto Mayor has doubts as Waymo plans to test robo taxis in Ontario

Waymo is trying to bring its driverless taxis to Toronto’s streets, but it isn’t clear whether the company will even be welcome in the city, with both Mayor Olivia Chow and Premier Doug Ford expressing concerns over the impact on local jobs. The Toronto Star reports that Waymo told Chow’s office of its plans to […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/toronto-mayor-doubts-waymo-plan-test-robot-taxis-ontario/

Dosa Divas is a touching exploration of the healing power of food ...

2026-04-13T16:00:57Z

Dosa Divas is a touching exploration of the healing power of food

“Nobody wants to cook anymore — they want convenience,” says one of the heroines of Dosa Divas. It’s a statement that succinctly sums up the game’s premise of siblings and former restaurateurs Samara and Amani reuniting to rebel against an evil fast food empire led by their estranged sister, Lina. But it also encapsulates the […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/dosa-divas-outerloop-games-ps5-review/

Mass Effect stars to host Canadian Game Awards 2026 The 2026 ...

2026-04-13T15:49:38Z

Mass Effect stars to host Canadian Game Awards 2026

The 2026 Canadian Game Awards has found its hosts, and they’re out of this world. Canadian actors Jennifer Hale and Mark Meer, the voices of the female and male versions of Commander Shepard in BioWare Edmonton’s beloved Mass Effect games, will host this year’s ceremony. Hale and Meer recorded a brief video together to share the news, […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/mass-effect-stars-jennifer-hale-mark-meer-host-canadian-game-awards-2026/

Pragmata feels like a long-lost PS3 game — in the best way ...

2026-04-13T15:00:59Z

Pragmata feels like a long-lost PS3 game — in the best way possible

I’ll admit that I was a tad apprehensive going into Capcom’s Pragmata. While I’d had positive early impressions from previewing the game multiple times, I wasn’t entirely sure it would stick the landing. After all, it was focused on a real-time hacking puzzle mechanic that we’d never really seen in a third-person shooter before. As […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/13/capcom-pragmata-ps5-review/

Streaming in Canada on Apple TV, Crave, Disney+, Netflix and ...

2026-04-10T21:30:53Z

Streaming in Canada on Apple TV, Crave, Disney+, Netflix and Prime Video [April 6-12]

Wondering what to watch on streaming? Every week, MobileSyrup outlines some of the most notable new movies and TV shows. We typically focus on new content from Amazon’s Prime Video, Crave, Disney+ and Netflix, but other services like Apple TV+ and Paramount+ will be mentioned when relevant. Premium video-on-demand (PVOD) platforms are also fair game as movies […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/10/streaming-in-canada-apple-tv-crave-disney-plus-netflix-prime-video-dan-levy-big-mistakes/

Student games shine bright at Level Up Showcase 2026 in Toronto ...

2026-04-10T19:49:22Z

Student games shine bright at Level Up Showcase 2026 in Toronto

On Tuesday, April 7, 160 teams from 18 universities and colleges across Ontario brought their A-game to Level Up Showcase, an annual event celebrating student talent in game development. Level Up Showcase is organized, funded, and run by the digital media faculty of several Ontario schools: Algonquin College, Brock University, OCAD University, University of Toronto […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/10/level-up-showcase-2026-toronto-student-games/

Rogers, Toronto Pearson renews partnership bringing next-gen ...

2026-04-10T18:48:27Z

Rogers, Toronto Pearson renews partnership bringing next-gen portable charging

Rogers has announced that it’s renewing its long-term agreement with Toronto Pearson as the major partner of the country’s biggest airport. The renewal of the multi-year partnership will bring new technology, connectivity and experiences to Pearson. According to Rogers, people travelling through Pearson will see new sports, entertainment and branded experiences. Additionally, Pearson will have […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/10/rogers-pearson-next-gen-portable-charging/

Amazon dumps game purchases, third-party stores on Luna Amazon ...

2026-04-10T18:13:30Z

Amazon dumps game purchases, third-party stores on Luna

Amazon has pretty much stripped its cloud gaming service Luna to the core. Coming from a post on Bluesky by a user named Wario64 (I wish I was kidding), Amazon said in a customer service post that the platform will eliminate game stores, individual game purchases, and third-party subscriptions. With that in mind, a-la-carte game purchases, […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/10/amazon-dumps-game-purchases-third-party-stores-on-luna/

Bell Media hikes price of TSN subscription, bundles Bad news for ...

2026-04-10T17:03:11Z

Bell Media hikes price of TSN subscription, bundles

Bad news for sports fans (like myself): Bell Media is upping the price of both the annual and monthly subscriptions to its TSN platform. Starting next week (Apr. 14, 2026), the monthly price will increase to $29.99/mo, up from $24.99/mo. For those who prefer annual payments, the price is increasing to $249.99/year, compared to the […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/10/bell-media-hikes-price-of-tsn-subscription-bundles/

Alleged Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 renders show slightly slimmer ...

2026-04-10T16:03:49Z

Alleged Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 renders show slightly slimmer build

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold Wide have been getting a lot of attention lately, but the Z Flip 8 will also launch this summer. OnLeaks has shared renders of the Z Flip 8 via Mymobiles. Hey #FutureSquad! Today, I bring you the very first look at #Samsung‘s #GalaxyZFlip8 (360° video + stunning 5K […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/10/alleged-samsung-z-flip-8-renders-slimmer-build/

Freedom Mobile limited-time deal offers $60/250GB + 20GB of Roam ...

2026-04-10T15:05:27Z

Freedom Mobile limited-time deal offers $60/250GB + 20GB of Roam Beyond data

If you’re looking for a good phone plan, I’d definitely check out Freedom Mobile, especially if you’re travelling. Freedom Mobile has limited-time offers giving you data to use when you’re leaving the continent. Additionally, these plans below also offer Canada, the U.S. and Mexico alongside unlimited text and talk. 80GB/$35 + 1GB data in 120+ […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/10/freedom-mobile-60-250gb-20gb-roam-beyond/

CRTC opens up applications to Broadband Fund The Canadian ...

2026-04-09T21:30:43Z

CRTC opens up applications to Broadband Fund

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) is now seeking new Broadband Fund proposals to improve internet services. Essentially, the fund pays for projects to improve broadband internet and mobile wireless services. However this time around, the CRTC notes that services for rural, underserved, or indigenous communities would be of importance this time around. This […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/09/crtc-opens-up-applications-to-broadband-fund/

Ford Canada recalls over 31,000 vehicles Ford is recalling more ...

2026-04-09T21:16:57Z

Ford Canada recalls over 31,000 vehicles

Ford is recalling more than 31,000 vehicles in Canada over an issue with windshield wiper arms. The affected models are Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator SUVs from 2021 to 2023. It should be noted that a notice hasn’t yet been posted through Transport Canada at the time of writing, but CTV News confirmed the issue with […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/09/ford-canada-vehicle-recall/

Leaker: Apple will release a new iPhone Air 2, no matter the ...

2026-04-09T20:34:01Z

Leaker: Apple will release a new iPhone Air 2, no matter the sales

A known Apple leaker claims that Apple will push ahead with at least two generations of the iPhone Air (despite struggling sales), while also suggesting the iPhone 18 will see virtually no exterior design changes. The leaker, known as “Fixed Focus Digital,” said in a post on Weibo (translated by MacRumours) that “The Air 2 will […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/09/leaker-apple-new-iphone-air-2-no-matter-the-sales/

Study finds that Google’s AI Overviews is spreading a ton of ...

2026-04-09T19:24:32Z

Study finds that Google’s AI Overviews is spreading a ton of misinformation

If you ever thought that Google’s AI Overviews feature was wrong enough as is, well, a study proves that it may be more than what you think. A recent analysis by AI startup Oumi for The New York Times (NYT) found that Google’s AI Overviews (essentially the overviews that appear above Google Search results) were correct about 9 […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/09/google-ai-overviews-misinformation-study/

Samsung Galaxy A57 and A37 now available in Canada Samsung’s ...

2026-04-09T18:25:15Z

Samsung Galaxy A57 and A37 now available in Canada

Samsung’s new Galaxy A57 and A37 are now available in Canada. These devices sport One UI 8.5 with new AI features. The A57 and A37 sport AI voice transcription and translation, which converts lectures, meetings and calls into text. AI Select, which lets you grab text or images and links without switching apps, as well […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/09/samsung-galaxy-a57-a37-now-available-canada/

Good news: you can now turn off all videos on Spotify Good news ...

2026-04-09T17:33:17Z

Good news: you can now turn off all videos on Spotify

Good news for Spotify users who don’t want all of the video features on the app, as Spotify has given you the ability to turn all of that off. Essentially, Spotify’s video settings control several areas. For starters, the good ol’ Canvas toggle is still there, but now there are two additional switches alongside it. […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/09/turn-off-all-videos-on-spotify/

Acclaimed Canadian developer of 1000xResist unveils new game, ...

2026-04-09T16:17:06Z

Acclaimed Canadian developer of 1000xResist unveils new game, Prove You’re Human

Vancouver-based Sunset Visitor, the team behind 2024’s award-winning 1000xResist, has unveiled its latest game, Prove You’re Human. It’s a psychological horror game in which you play as the digital copy of a person who was paid to test a corporate product which split him into two. In a trailer shown during the Triple-i Initiative 2026 showcase, we […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/09/vancouver-sunset-visitor-1000xresist-prove-youre-human-reveal/

MacBook Pro with M5 Pro Review: Truly for the professionals ...

2026-04-09T16:00:55Z

MacBook Pro with M5 Pro Review: Truly for the professionals

Product names are tough, especially in tech. A good name should be unique, but also speak to what the product is. And, importantly, it should be easy to iterate on so that customers can, at a glance, get an idea for how new something is. I think Apple has mixed success with this. Its iPad […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/09/apple-macbook-pro-m5-pro-review/

Samsung Galaxy Fold Wide Unpacked scheduled for July 22: report ...

2026-04-09T15:07:01Z

Samsung Galaxy Fold Wide Unpacked scheduled for July 22: report

Samsung’s next Unpacked event will reportedly be on July 22, 2026, in London, England. While I’m excited about the location, what’s also got me looking forward to the event is the new Galaxy Z Fold Wide that’s expected to come out at the event. The Galaxy Z Fold Wide will reportedly feature a 4:3 aspect […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/09/samsung-galaxy-fold-wide-event-july-22-report/

Insta360 comes out with new USB-C selfie screen Insta360 has just ...

2026-04-08T22:04:44Z

Insta360 comes out with new USB-C selfie screen

Insta360 has just released a new USB-C selfie screen called “the snap selfie screen.” The device is a small display screen that plugs into your phone’s USB-C port while sitting at the back of the phone. The objective is to help you utilize your back camera for high-resolution selfies or videos. The touchscreen is 3.5 […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/insta360-comes-out-with-new-usb-c-selfie-screen/

Meta reenters the AI game with new ‘Muse Spark’ model Meta ...

2026-04-08T21:45:06Z

Meta reenters the AI game with new ‘Muse Spark’ model

Meta Superintelligence Labs is launching its first model since the overhaul of its multi-billion-dollar AI effort. Named Muse Spark, the model now powers the Meta AI app and website in the US, according to the company. The new model will then appear in WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, Messenger, and Meta’s smart glasses. Alongside this, it will […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/meta-reenters-the-ai-game-with-new-muse-spark-model/

Sobeys, Monta partner to power retailer’s EV charging network ...

2026-04-08T21:37:53Z

Sobeys, Monta partner to power retailer’s EV charging network

Monta, a company focused on powering the backend software for EV chargers, has partnered with Canadian grocery chain Sobeys to deploy its nationwide EV charger network. According to the press release, Sobeys will use Monta’s platform to power this new rollout, becoming one of many Canadian companies to do so in recent memory. This plan […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/sobeys-monta-partner-to-power-retailers-ev-charging-network/

Google releases new Pixel 10a colour collab, only available in ...

2026-04-08T21:35:44Z

Google releases new Pixel 10a colour collab, only available in Japan

Google just dropped a special edition of the Pixel 10a in a new “Isai Blue” colour to commemorate 10 years of the Google Pixel. This is the fifth colour to be added to the lineup and was created in collaboration with Heralbony, an experimental music label. The new phone colour is only available in Japan […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/google-releases-new-pixel-10a-color-only-japan/

YouTube is once again making it harder to skip ads YouTube is ...

2026-04-08T21:20:51Z

YouTube is once again making it harder to skip ads

YouTube is once again showing more ads to free users and making them harder to skip. A Reddit user named CSOCSO-FL noticed an updated ad format on YouTube that made it extremely hard to skip ads. Essentially, the issue with this updated format stems from a large banner/card that contains the ad itself, which is […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/youtube-is-once-again-making-it-harder-to-skip-ads/

Netflix opens massive animation studio in Vancouver Netflix has ...

2026-04-08T20:58:46Z

Netflix opens massive animation studio in Vancouver

Netflix has opened a new 110,000-square-foot animation studio in Vancouver. As reported by The Vancouver Sun, the five-floor office is located on East 5th Avenue in Mount Pleasant and will staff 450 people. Overall, it’s expected to contribute around $100 million to the province’s annual GDP. While Netflix Animation Studio (NAS) has been operating in B.C. […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/netflix-massive-animation-studio-vancouver-opening/

Toronto could get Canada’s first ‘virtual gated community’ ...

2026-04-08T20:33:06Z

Toronto could get Canada’s first ‘virtual gated community’ using controversial tech

Toronto could become home to what’s being described as Canada’s first-ever “virtual gated community.” According to The Guardian, Rosedale residents are considering implementing an AI-powered surveillance system in an effort to curb a rise in local break-ins. Toronto police data shows that while the city’s overall number of break-and-enters has been decreasing, the affluent Rosedale neighbourhood […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/toronto-canada-first-ever-virtual-gated-community/

Toronto’s Capybara releases free game Find Your Words about ...

2026-04-08T19:20:42Z

Toronto’s Capybara releases free game Find Your Words about alternative communication

Toronto-based indie developer Capybara Games, the team behind acclaimed games Grindstone and Superbrothers: Sword and Sworcery EP, has released a free family-friendly game on Steam called Find Your Words. It’s a short, cozy experience that focuses on kids trying to discover their voices at a summer camp using symbols. As players explore the world, they’ll collect symbols for […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/toronto-capybara-find-your-worlds-augmentative-and-alternative-communication/

Motorola unveils 2026’s new Moto G Stylus Motorola has shared ...

2026-04-08T18:45:40Z

Motorola unveils 2026’s new Moto G Stylus

Motorola has shared new details surrounding the upcoming Moto G Stylus for 2026. The Moto G Stylus (2026), which will run Android 16 out of the box, features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4nm) processor, with a 2.4GHz octa-core Kryo CPU, and an Adreno GPU. Similar to the Moto G Power 5G I wrote […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/motorola-unveils-2026s-new-moto-g-stylus/

Alleged iPhone Fold to launch with iPhone 18, says credible ...

2026-04-08T17:59:31Z

Alleged iPhone Fold to launch with iPhone 18, says credible source

Despite recent reports about the rumoured iPhone Fold getting delayed, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says otherwise. According to the well-known leaker, the foldable will continue to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro in September. Gurman cites people with insider knowledge. While the phone should launch alongside the iPhone 18 series, it might be available in limited supply. […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/iphone-fold-leak-credible-source/

Android 16’s April update fixes UI and Quick Share issues ...

2026-04-08T17:25:45Z

Android 16’s April update fixes UI and Quick Share issues

Google’s April Pixel update is now rolling out to devices running Android 16 starting today, and will roll out over the next week in phases. The handset is coming to Pixel 6 smartphones and newer. The update doesn’t bring any new updates like the March Pixel Drop; we don’t expect the next Pixel Drop until […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/android-16-april-update/

PlayStation reveals James Bond PS5 controller for 007 First Light ...

2026-04-08T16:26:53Z

PlayStation reveals James Bond PS5 controller for 007 First Light

The next addition to the PS5 DualSense family is rather dapper. PlayStation has unveiled a new limited edition James Bond-themed controller ahead of next month’s release of 007 First Light. The gamepad sports a gold finish with the 007 logo on the touchpad forming the iconic Bond gun barrel. On the rear of the controller reads […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/playstation-james-bond-ps5-controller-007-first-light/

Apple reportedly in supply dilemmas amid Neo sales success Apple ...

2026-04-08T15:31:03Z

Apple reportedly in supply dilemmas amid Neo sales success

Apple is reportedly in talks with suppliers to address a major dilemma posed by the MacBook Neo‘s sales boost. Essentially, the MacBook Neo is powered by usable leftover A18 chips from the original production run that would have been tossed (and are essentially free for Apple). But the supply of these chips is running low […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/apple-reportedly-in-supply-dilemmas-amid-neo-sales-success/

Pokémon Champions is now available on Nintendo Switch consoles ...

2026-04-08T14:16:42Z

Pokémon Champions is now available on Nintendo Switch consoles

Pokémon Champions is now available on the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 ahead of its mobile release later this year. Also available today is the Pokémon Champions + Starter Pack bundle, which includes the main game and additional in-game bonuses. Nintendo Switch 2 players can also download a free update to enhance the visual […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/pokemon-champions-now-available-nintendo-switch/

Forza Horizon 6’s Japan made open-world racing finally click ...

2026-04-08T13:00:50Z

Forza Horizon 6’s Japan made open-world racing finally click for me

It seems like pretty much everyone I know is in Japan right now. Whether it’s my good friend and occasional MobileSyrup contributor Andrew Mohan or a bunch of colleagues and old coworkers, my social media feed has been dominated by posts about the East Asian country. Naturally, I’ve had more than a little bit of FOMO. But […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/08/forza-horizon-6-xbox-series-x-preview/

Starlink discounted to $49/100Mbps for select areas Starlink ...

2026-04-07T22:02:53Z

Starlink discounted to $49/100Mbps for select areas

Starlink residential service is now $49/mo at select locations until April 30, 2026. This $49/mo price is locked in for the first four months. The deal will allow you to bring satellite service to your home for an affordable price at 100Mbps. Moreover, the $49 gets you 100Mbps download speeds (typically 80-100Mbps) and upload speeds […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/07/starlink-discounted-49-100mbps-select-areas/

Google Chrome adds vertical tabs, immersive reading mode Google ...

2026-04-07T21:34:56Z

Google Chrome adds vertical tabs, immersive reading mode

Google is rolling out two new Chrome features that are intended to improve productivity. First off, users now have the option to switch to vertical tabs. This will move tabs to the side of your browser window, making it easier to read full page titles and navigate tab groups. To use vertical tabs, click on […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/07/google-chrome-adds-vertical-tabs-immersive-reading-mode/

Skip partners with Loblaws for its grocery delivery service Skip ...

2026-04-07T20:25:26Z

Skip partners with Loblaws for its grocery delivery service

Skip (formerly known as Skip the Dishes) has partnered with Loblaws to bring grocery delivery onto its platform. The partnership will now allow Canadians to have grocery items delivered on the Skip service from 13 participating Loblaws banners, like No Frills, Loblaws, Real Canadian Superstore, Maxi, and Your Independent Grocer. To order, all you have […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/07/skip-partners-with-loblaws-for-its-grocery-delivery-service/

National Canadian Film Day returns next week with 2000 free ...

2026-04-07T19:41:22Z

National Canadian Film Day returns next week with 2000 free screenings nationwide

National Canadian Film Day (NCFD) returns on Wednesday, April 15, offering all kinds of programming in celebration of Canadian cinema. As part of this, 2,000 free screenings of Canadian films will be held across the country, alongside other special events like Q&As and a tribute to the late Indigenous-Canadian actor Graham Greene (Dances with Wolves). […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/07/national-canadian-film-day-2026-highlights/

Engineering issues might delay launch of rumoured iPhone Fold ...

2026-04-07T18:24:54Z

Engineering issues might delay launch of rumoured iPhone Fold

While many, including myself, wait eagerly for the foldable iPhone, the latest news indicates we may have to wait even longer. According to a report from Nikkei Asia, Apple has had engineering problems during the early testing phase of the folding iPhone. These issues are apparently more complex and take longer to resolve than Apple expected. […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/07/iphone-fold-launch-delay/

PlayStation wants to scan you into some of its biggest games If ...

2026-04-07T17:47:42Z

PlayStation wants to scan you into some of its biggest games

If you’ve ever gotten envious seeing Hideo Kojima take photos with one of many celebrities whom he scanned into Death Stranding, this news story might be for you. PlayStation has announced a new initiative called The Playerbase, in which fans in various markets, including Canada, can apply for a chance to appear in a PlayStation […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/07/playstation-scan-fans-gran-turismo/

New website makes it easier to find indie theatres and Canadian ...

2026-04-07T17:20:00Z

New website makes it easier to find indie theatres and Canadian movies

A new website aims to make it easier to watch all kinds of movies in Canada. It’s called Moviescout, and it lists information on current-release movies at all of the theatres that are playing them. Notably, this includes independent cinemas — a nice way to support the little guys, considering Cineplex owns around 75 per […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/07/moviescout-local-theatres-canadian-movies/

SWTCH is making it easier to charge your EV, even during a ...

2026-04-07T15:45:36Z

SWTCH is making it easier to charge your EV, even during a network outage

North American electric vehicle (EV) charging company SWITCH Energy has a new way to make charging easier and more reliable, even with a total network outage. Named the SWTCH Tap, the new feature leverages the company’s Cortex platform and will allow drivers to start charging their EVs with a single smartphone tap, even when a […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/07/swtch-tap-offline-ev-charging/

Public Mobile ups prices on 4G plans, talk and text Telus-owned ...

2026-04-07T14:37:11Z

Public Mobile ups prices on 4G plans, talk and text

Telus-owned Public Mobile rolled out tweaks to several of its lower-cost plans, raising prices and increasing data amounts. Check out the changes below: $22/mo talk and text (previously $20/500MB) $25/3GB 4G (previously $23/2GB) $27/10GB 4G (previously $26/5GB) $30/20GB 4G (previously $30/15GB) $35/35GB 5G (previously $35/30GB) While the changes overall are pretty small, it’s frustrating to […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/07/public-mobile-4g-plan-price-increase/

Doritos Canada wants you to ‘wipe’ your keyboard to win PC ...

2026-04-06T22:17:42Z

Doritos Canada wants you to ‘wipe’ your keyboard to win PC prizes

Over the weekend, FedEx delivered perhaps one of the strangest mailers I’ve ever received. I had been expecting something from Doritos Canada, but I wasn’t sure exactly what it would be. And when the package came in a laptop-sized box, I got even more curious. But after ripping it open, I was surprised to find an […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/doritos-canada-wipe-keyboard-win-pc-prizes/

Netflix Playground is a standalone gaming app for kids Netflix ...

2026-04-06T22:12:50Z

Netflix Playground is a standalone gaming app for kids

Netflix has now released an app called Playground, a gaming app for kids eight and under on smartphones and tablets. All Netflix members of any tier have access to the app, with Netflix promising that there are no ads or in-app purchases. Popular titles on the gaming include Sesame Street and Peppa Pig. Netflix Playground […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/netflix-playground-standalone-gaming-app-for-kids/

Some iPhone 17s experience hotspot issues after last update While ...

2026-04-06T21:43:01Z

Some iPhone 17s experience hotspot issues after last update

While Pixel users are pretty used to experiencing issues after an update, it looks like some iPhone owners are having concerns as well. According to users from Reddit and MacRumors, after the iOS 26.4 update, their iPhone 17 series handsets started having issues hotspotting to other devices. Hotspot / Tethering Issues on iOS 26.4 by […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/iphone-17-experience-hotspot-issues-after-update/

Samsung to replace Samsung Messages with Google Messages Samsung ...

2026-04-06T21:14:49Z

Samsung to replace Samsung Messages with Google Messages

Samsung is preparing to make what seems to be a much-needed change. In an end-of-service announcement, Samsung announced that the company will be shutting down its Samsung Messages app to welcome Google Messages. While no specifics about the transition were mentioned, there is now a timeline for when the change will begin. Users of the […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/samsung-to-replace-samsung-messages-with-google-messages/

Northwestel, Telesat, reach agreement for increased satellite ...

2026-04-06T20:26:48Z

Northwestel, Telesat, reach agreement for increased satellite service in Nunavut

Telesat and Northwestel have agreed to a multi-year contract for satellite services in Nunavut. Northwestel will leverage Telesat’s advanced Lightspeed Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite services to deliver connectivity to communities across Northern Canada. The company will utilize Telesat capacity secured by the Canadian government in a $600 million agreement with Telesat in 2020. Northwestel […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/northwestel-telesat-increased-satellite-service-nunavut/

Users report Google Pixels stuck in bootloop after March update ...

2026-04-06T19:42:26Z

Users report Google Pixels stuck in bootloop after March update

The most recent Pixel update is causing some issues again. Several reports indicate that Pixel phones are getting stuck in a boot loop after the March 2026 update. This update, Android 16 QPR3, seems to be affecting all devices that could download the update from the Pixel 6 to the Pixel 10 series. Some users […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/pixel-bootloop-march-update/

New Netflix model shows how AI can be used to edit objects out of ...

2026-04-06T19:11:50Z

New Netflix model shows how AI can be used to edit objects out of videos

Netflix has presented a new model that demonstrates how AI can be used to remove objects from videos and edit footage accordingly. As outlined in a new paper, Netflix’s Video Object and Interaction Deletion (VOID) is a vision-language model (VLM) designed to edit out specific elements from a video and update the footage to carry […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/new-netflix-model-ai-void-object-removal/

New teen digital well-being feature added to YouTube Shorts ...

2026-04-06T18:26:50Z

New teen digital well-being feature added to YouTube Shorts

YouTube has always been one of the world’s biggest media providers, and as of 2026, it is the world’s largest media company by ad revenue. With the addition of YouTube Shorts in 2021, the company has seen its overall size, market and audience increase by tending to a newer, younger smartphone-based audience with short-form videos, […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/new-teen-feature-added-to-youtube/

Amazon adding fuel surcharge for Canada and the U.S. sellers ...

2026-04-06T17:21:09Z

Amazon adding fuel surcharge for Canada and the U.S. sellers

Amazon will soon apply a 3.5 per cent fuel surcharge to fulfillment fees for Canadian and U.S. sellers. The surcharge will first take effect on April 17 for those in the Fulfillment by Amazon program, which has the e-commerce giant handle packing and shipping for sellers. On May 2, the added fees will extend to […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/amazon-fuel-surcharge-canada-us-sellers/

Transport Canada wants to hear from you about bright headlights ...

2026-04-06T16:56:24Z

Transport Canada wants to hear from you about bright headlights

Like many drivers, I have been confused by bright LED headlights on modern cars, thinking someone had their high beams on, and have been blinded by someone flashing their LED headlights in my rearview mirror. Now, Transport Canada wants to hear about it, as conversations surrounding these headlights have prompted the organization to launch a […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/transport-canada-headlights-survey/

Nintendo offering discount on Mario Galaxy 1+2 with Switch 2 ...

2026-04-06T16:28:24Z

Nintendo offering discount on Mario Galaxy 1+2 with Switch 2 purchase

Nintendo is offering a discount on the two Mario Galaxy games with the purchase of a Switch 2. Between April 9 and May 7, you can get $30 off the Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 remaster collection when you buy a Switch 2 console. This offer is available at participating retailers and includes the […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/nintendo-mario-galaxy-discount-switch-2-purchase/

Artemis II astronauts using iPhone 17 Pro Max to snap photos On ...

2026-04-06T16:20:18Z

Artemis II astronauts using iPhone 17 Pro Max to snap photos

On the first mission to the moon since 1972, an iPhone 17 Pro Max floated by a camera overlooking the cockpit of the Artemis II spacecraft. In a rare occurrence, NASA permitted astronauts to fly with smartphones. NASA gave each astronaut an iPhone 17 Pro Max for taking photos and videos. So far, the astronauts […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/nasa-iphone-17-pro-max-moon/

Freedom Mobile to ramp up spending on network infrastructure ...

2026-04-06T14:53:18Z

Freedom Mobile to ramp up spending on network infrastructure

Freedom Mobile owner Quebecor is set to spend over $700 million as it builds out network infrastructure ahead of the end of the mandated network access in 2030. Quebecor confirmed the number to the Globe and Mail after CEO Pierre Karl Péladeau told the publication he expected capital expenditures of upward of $700 million before 2030. Specifically, […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/06/freedom-mobile-network-infrastructure-spending/

Streaming in Canada on Apple TV, Crave, Netflix and Prime Video ...

2026-04-03T21:03:43Z

Streaming in Canada on Apple TV, Crave, Netflix and Prime Video [March 30-April 5]

Wondering what to watch on streaming? Every week, MobileSyrup outlines some of the most notable new movies and TV shows. We typically focus on new content from Amazon’s Prime Video, Crave, Disney+ and Netflix, but other services like Apple TV+ and Paramount+ will be mentioned when relevant. Premium video-on-demand (PVOD) platforms are also fair game as movies […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/03/streaming-in-canada-apple-tv-crave-netflix-prime-video-xo-kitty-season-3/

The Poco X8 Pro Iron Man Edition is incredibly cool Poco went all ...

2026-04-03T19:47:51Z

The Poco X8 Pro Iron Man Edition is incredibly cool

Poco went all out with the X8 Pro Iron Man edition. The Chinese OEM broke with the conservative phone design ethos of the past few years and created something with flair and personality. It has Iron Man himself etched into the back, and a real Arc Reactor light. The phone itself is an affordable midrange […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/03/the-poco-x8-pro-iron-man-edition-is-incredibly-cool/

Dockcase Selfix hands-on: A case to ignore the iPhone’s front ...

2026-04-03T18:03:44Z

Dockcase Selfix hands-on: A case to ignore the iPhone’s front camera

It may be impossible to nail down just how many selfies people take on any given day around the world. Even more so, how many come from a phone’s rear cameras over the front cameras, though we can guess a vast majority come from the latter. Regardless of the device, rear cameras will generally lead […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/03/dockcase-selfix-hands-on/

Using a high-end Asus laptop has really improved my gaming habits ...

2026-04-03T16:45:15Z

Using a high-end Asus laptop has really improved my gaming habits

At the end of last year, I wrote about my experience of using the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) gaming laptop. As someone who has primarily gamed on consoles his whole life, I thought it made for a pretty interesting piece that was a bit different from a typical review. In that spirit, I wanted […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/03/asus-rog-zephyrus-g14-changed-pc-gaming-habits/

Freedom Mobile adds up to 100GB of bonus data to some plans ...

2026-04-03T15:47:05Z

Freedom Mobile adds up to 100GB of bonus data to some plans

Freedom Mobile rolled out some fresh deals for Easter Weekend, adding extra data to several plans. Here are the changes Freedom made: $35/25GB (previously $35/10GB) $40/100GB (previously $40/60GB) $50/175GB (previously $50/100GB) $60/250GB (previously $60/150GB) Aside from the extra data, the plans offer the same features as before. That means they all include 5G data, usage […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/03/freedom-mobile-100gb-bonus-data/

Tubi adds over 600 movies and shows in Canada Tubi just added ...

2026-04-02T21:16:33Z

Tubi adds over 600 movies and shows in Canada

Tubi just added more than 600 movies and TV series in Canada. The Fox-owned free, ad-supported service’s expansion comes through licensing deals with the likes of Disney, Lionsgate, NBCUniversal, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Warner Bros. Discovery. The newly added movies will be available for one month, while the new series will remain streaming for up […]

https://mobilesyrup.com/2026/04/02/tubi-adds-600-movies-shows-in-canada/