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mobilesyrup.comNew on Prime Video Canada: November 2026Amazon shared what's coming to Prime Video Canada in November, as well as all the content leaving the platform this month.

Highlights include a new season of Rings of Power and a new Blade Runner series. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/27/p...

mobilesyrup.comApple unveils new M6 14-inch MacBook Pro and iMacApple introduces the M6 MacBook Pro and M6 iMac with noticeable price increases and new AI features in the Creative Studio.

Pre-orders for both new Macs open tomorrow, with devices shipping in November. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/27/a...

mobilesyrup.comCanada's digital safety bill could cover gaming platforms like RobloxGaming platforms could join social media apps in being regulated by Canada's Bill C-34 digital safety bill, minister says.

Identity Minister Marc Miller wants the bill to regulate gaming platforms, but won't include them in the under-16 ban. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/27/c...

mobilesyrup.comSpotify threatens 12-month ban for family plan users who live apartSpotify's new verification system checks whether Family Plan subscribers live together. Failing to verify in seven days could get you banned.

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The music streamer is forcing Family Plan subscribers to prove they live together with a new verification system. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/26/s...

mobilesyrup.comApple AirPods hearing aid feature now live in several provincesHearing Test, Hearing Aid, and Hearing Protection features work with AirPods Pro 2 and later and are compatible with iOS, iPadOS 18 devices.

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You can use the Hearing Test feature nationally, but Hearing Aid features will only work in some places. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/26/a...

mobilesyrup.comiPhone Duo hinge issue causing some screens to crackThe iPhone Duo has been on the market only a few days, but people are already experiencing issues with the screen breaking.

Apple claims only a small number of iPhone Duo units are affected by the cracking issue. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/26/i...

mobilesyrup.comGoogle Fitbit Edge review: Middle child energyGoogle's new Fitbit Edge tracker offers a fitness-first experience with a couple kinda smart features to sweeten the deal.

The Fitbit Edge straddles the gap between the screenless Fitbit Air and the smarter Pixel Watch, for better or worse. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/26/g...

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mobilesyrup.comReflecting on 5 years of Canadian-made Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy with Star-Lord actor Jon McLarenThe Ottawa native discusses this original take on Guardians, favourite memories, working with Eidos Montreal and the game's enduring popularity.

Today’s the 5th anniversary @eidosmontreal.com’s awesome Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, so to celebrate, I had a fun chat with Star-Lord himself Jon McLaren. He discussed favourite memories from the game, its enduring popularity, his streaming journey and what makes Canadian artists so special.

The Ottawa native discusses his original take on Guardians, favourite memories, working with Eidos Montreal and the game's enduring popularity. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/26/m...

mobilesyrup.comApple unveils iPad mini that's lighter, thinner with an OLED displayApple has officially unveiled the new OLED iPad mini. While many expected to see it at the ‘Pro and Tell‘ event later this week, Apple decided sooner is better and has revealed the mini wi...

The new iPad mini starts at $949 in Canada, with pre-orders opening on Oct. 28. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/26/a...

mobilesyrup.comPhantom Blade Zero is epic and leaves you craving moreWhile the world eagerly waits for the next Grand Theft Auto, S-Game's Phantom Blade Zero is my Game of the Year.

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mobilesyrup.comMapQuest adds surveillance camera locations in CanadaWith the growing use of ALPRs from companies like Flock, there's a growing movement tracking the invasive cameras.

Another W for MapQuest. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/23/m...

mobilesyrup.comYour phone could show the wrong time thanks to DST changesBecause of the time change that would regularly occur, your time may appear one hour late on or after November 1.

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mobilesyrup.comFreedom Mobile rolls out improved Manitoba plansFreedom Mobile has changed its plan structure in Manitoba, which comes as the company is set to launch its own network in the province.

Freedom's new Manitoba plans are much closer to what it offers in other provinces. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/23/f...

mobilesyrup.comUnfolding the iPhone Duo and the demise of BioWareOn this week's SyrupCast episode, Brad Shankar and Dean Daley join Jon Lamont to explain what's going on with BioWare and the iPhone Duo.

On this episode of the SyrupCast, we unfold the iPhone Duo and the demise of BioWare. Plus, we also dig into Rogers' new credit card fee. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/23/u...

mobilesyrup.comOntario to start consultations on developing digital IDsOntario could soon support digital IDs as the province moves to start consultations on developing the option.

The province plans to make digital IDs completely optional. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/23/o...

mobilesyrup.comNDP leader Avi Lewis wants BioWare devs to run their own studioIn a series of social media posts, Lewis called for federal support to help BioWare devs buy and run the studio after EA shut it down.

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mobilesyrup.comThe iPhone Duo 2 should skip out on the under-display cameraI hope Apple does something different with the iPhone Duo 2; but this hasn't impacted my iPhone Duo experience at all.

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mobilesyrup.comNvidia driver update should greatly speed up PC gamesMicrosoft’s new Advanced Shader Delivery tech aims to CPU load by offloading the heavy lifting to the cloud.

Microsoft’s new Advanced Shader Delivery tech aims to lighten CPU loads by offloading the heavy lifting to the cloud. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/22/n...

mobilesyrup.comGM boasts 20% range boost from new EV platform at Forward eventGeneral Motors recently hosted its "GM Forward" event in New York, where the company discussed a new platform, autonomy, and a change to OnStar.

Along with the next-gen EV platform, GM also detailed new AI features coming to OnStar. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/22/g...

mobilesyrup.comAI chatbots hurt Canadian teens' education, says McGill profA new study shows how increased reliance on AI is causing teens to score worse on academic tests.

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mobilesyrup.comMass Effect 5 trailer reportedly leaks after BioWare closureThe "Mass Effect Universe" trailer features an N7 soldier and fan-favourite character Liara interacting with various aliens.

The "Mass Effect Universe" trailer features an N7 soldier and fan-favourite character Liara interacting with various aliens. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/22/m...

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cbc.caCBC RadioCBC Radio One is Canada’s radio destination for news, current affairs, and arts and cultural programming that is distinctly Canadian, reflecting all regions of the country while providing a uniquely C...

Going to be doing a bunch of interviews with CBC Radio stations across Canada about the BioWare closure later this afternoon. Certainly not the story I would have wanted my first-ever CBC syndication run to be about, but I do really appreciate being invited nonetheless.

mobilesyrup.comOntario to change over-the-counter hearing aid laws, opening path for AirPodsThe Ontario government says this update will not replace or impact existing hearing aid prescriptions and coverage.

Apple AirPods as hearing aids could soon be an option in Ontario as province plans to change laws. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/22/o...

mobilesyrup.comNew doc explores the wild world of AI companions and loversA new documentary partially filmed in Vancouver explores AI companions and the darker ties to the male loneliness epidemic.

Partially filmed in Vancouver, the documentary explores how people are using AI companions, from helping deal with loss to intimacy and beyond. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/22/v...

mobilesyrup.comNintendo Switch Sports Resort is a fun but slight diversionThe fun might be fleeting, but it's certainly better than 2022's Nintendo Switch Sports.

The fun might be fleeting, but it's certainly better than 2022's Nintendo Switch Sports. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/22/n...

mobilesyrup.comCanadians spent millions on OnlyFans this year, report revealsA new report detailed Canada's spending on OnlyFans, with the country racking up hundreds of millions in spending on the platform.

Toronto led with the most spending on OnlyFans, followed by Montreal and Calgary. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/22/c...

mobilesyrup.comOver 1.5 million Canadian Crime Stoppers tips have leaked: reportA CBC investigation found that the personal data of many Canadian tipsters was compromised in a larger data breach.

A CBC investigation found that the personal data of many Canadian tipsters was compromised in a larger data breach.

mobilesyrup.comRayNeo expands to Canada with iO Smart Glasses and GT MaxRayNeo is officially bringing its product lineup to Canada, including the brand-new GT Max and the iO Smart Glasses.

You can buy them at Walmart, Best Buy and Staples. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/21/r...

mobilesyrup.comTelus, Norton partner up on scam protectionTelus and Norton have announced a new partnership, alongside the launch of a new feature for customers known as Telus Scam Connect.

The new feature is available on new mobile plans, but existing customers can add it for an additional $3/mo. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/21/t...

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If any Canadian BioWare devs want to talk about today's news, I'd love to chat with you. DM's are open and my email is in my bio as well.

mobilesyrup.comElectronic Arts to shut down beloved Canadian studio BioWareThe Edmonton-based developer made some of the most acclaimed RPGs of all time, including Knights of the Old Republic, Mass Effect and Dragon Age.

The Edmonton-based developer made some of the most acclaimed RPGs of all time, including Knights of the Old Republic, Mass Effect and Dragon Age.

mobilesyrup.comRogers will soon charge a 1.6% credit card processing fee on billsStarting next year, Rogers will hit customers paying with a credit card with a 1.6 per cent processing fee.

Yet another fee for Canadians.

mobilesyrup.comTelecom complaints up nearly 80%, CCTS saysThe CCTS says complaints are already up nearly 80 per cent compared to last year as Canadians struggle to reach carriers.

The CCTS warns it could take longer to resolve some complaints because of the volume of issues.

mobilesyrup.comNew on Netflix: November 2026Highlights include TIFF standout Possible Love, Heartland, and the second season of North of North (following its CBC run).

Highlights include TIFF standout Possible Love, Heartland, and the second season of North of North (following its CBC run). mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/21/n...

mobilesyrup.comI'm not sold on Stranger Than Heaven's combat, but the narrative intrigues meI'm not a fan of the sluggish brawling, but the sprawling 50-year narrative, which follows a biracial orphan, shows a lot of promise.

I'm not a fan of the sluggish brawling, but the sprawling 50-year narrative, which follows a biracial orphan, shows a lot of promise.

mobilesyrup.comiPhone Duo review in progress: an iconic experienceThe iPhone Duo is $3,000 for the 256GB model, so it's hard to tell someone to spend that much money on a phone.

The iPhone Duo is a great foldable with some issues. But the price is a major hurdle. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/21/a...

mobilesyrup.comNext Xbox console could cost as much as US$1800 without subsidiesMicrosoft is reportedly planning to release a gaming handheld next year ahead of a 2028 launch of its next console, codenamed Project Helix.

Microsoft is reportedly planning to release a gaming handheld next year ahead of a 2028 launch of its next console, codenamed Project Helix.

mobilesyrup.comCarriers ask CRTC to scrap several consumer protectionsThe big three Canadian carriers have asked the CRTC for numerous changes to consumer protections, like removing roaming caps.

Removing roaming caps, locking phones, clawing back sign-up benefits, and more.

mobilesyrup.comThe UFC comes to Toronto next year, and you'll be able to stream itThe UFC has just confirmed that UFC 336 will be headed to Toronto, and it will be the first event under the new Paramount+ deal in Canada.

Under the new Paramount+ deal, you'll be able to stream the match without forking out for pay-per-view. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/20/u...

mobilesyrup.comNew on Disney+ Canada: November 2026Highlights include Percy Jackson and the Olympians (Season 3) and All's Fair (Season 2).

Highlights include Percy Jackson and the Olympians (Season 3) and All's Fair (Season 2).

mobilesyrup.comAmazon Canada to hire 9,000 seasonal workers for the holidaysThe e-commerce giant says it's looking to fill roles at 55 Canadian sites, including fulfillment centres, sortation centres, and delivery stations.

The e-commerce giant says it's looking to fill roles at 55 Canadian sites. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/20/a...

mobilesyrup.comAir Canada now charges you $30 fee for phone bookingsThe airline is encouraging customers to use its digital booking tools instead.

The airline is encouraging customers to use its digital booking tools instead. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/20/a...

mobilesyrup.comBell boosts wireless in Toronto with another new wireless siteBell completed a new wireless site in Toronto that will boost connectivity in the Earlscourt, Carleton Village and Stockyards communities.

This time around, the new site will improve connectivity in the Earlscourt, Carleton Village and Stockyards communities. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/20/b...

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