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Here’s everything new on Pluto TV in February 2023

PlutoTV is a Los Angeles, California-based streaming service that launched in Canada on December 1st, 2022.

It’s free to use/watch, and as a tradeoff includes ads. The service is available now at www.pluto.tv and via the PlutoTV app for Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Android TV, Chromecast, Samsung and LG devices, and via mobile apps on the App Store and Google Play.

Check out what’s new on Pluto TV in February 2023 below:

  • Shades of Black (New Channel): Available to stream beginning February 17th
  • Black History Month: Various channels streaming now
  • OUTtv Proud (New Channel): Streaming now
  • I Love Lucy (New Channel): Streaming now
  • Weekend Cartoons – Kid Takeover!: Streaming now
  • HauntTV: Streaming now
  • Crimetime: Streaming now
  • HistoryTime: Streaming now
  • Homeful: Streaming now

Family Day Features

  • Pluto TV Classic TV Families (New Channel): Available to stream beginning February 20th
  • Nonstop Chop (Family Day Special)
  • Pluto TV Comedy Movies (Family Day Special)
Image credit: Pluto TV
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Samsung Galaxy S23’s display consumes less power

Samsung Display has revealed that the S23 series utilizes a new OLED panel to improve power efficiency. According to the company (via SamMobile) the screen uses a new organic material to improve luminance and decrease power consumption.

Samsung improved the movement speed of electrons in the organic layer, and now the display consumes 13 to 16 percent less power to achieve the same brightness level. Further, XDA’s display expert Dylan Raga says that the S23 series consumes 0.6W less power to achieve 1,150 nits brightness than the iPhone 14 Pro.

The handset also offers Eye Care certification and Vision Booster that improve colours under bright lighting conditions.

The S23 series’ OLED panel features 1,750 nits of peak brightness, which is the same as the S22 Ultra. However, this new panel should help with power consumption at this higher brightness.

In my time with the S23 Ultra so far, I’ve noticed that the phone’s battery lasts longer, as compared to its predecessor, and now we know its display is likely one of the key reasons.

Source: SamMobile

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Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro could feature new design with thinner bezels

If you’re starting to grow tired of the iPhone’s look (like me), you’ll likely be pleased to learn that iPhone 15 Pro design change rumours are circulating again.

According to Apple leaker ShrimpApplePro (yes, that really is their online username), the iPhone 15 Pro’s bezels “will be thinner.” ShrimpApplePro also reported a similar rumour a few weeks ago but said this new corroborating report comes from a different source.

ShrimpApplePro’s original report said that the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will still be available with 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch displays, respectively, and that the screen will be slightly curved, similar to the Apple Watch. You aren’t wrong if this sounds reminiscent of the screens featured in Samsung’s flagship S series line.

If you’re wondering why we’re reporting about rumours sourced from such a ridiculously named Twitter account with an anime profile photo, allow me to enlighten you. This is the same leaker that revealed the iPhone 14 Pro’s dynamic island ahead of Apple’s official reveal, and historically, they have a pretty solid track record for accuracy.

Other recent iPhone 15 Pro rumours include a faster A17 Bionic chip, the switch to USB-C, 8GB of RAM and new volume and power buttons that don’t move when you press them.

Like in years past, Apple will likely reveal its next flagship smartphone this coming fall.

Source: @VNchocoTaco (ShrimpApplePro) Via: 9to5Mac

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CRTC lays groundwork for improved poll access

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has set new timelines to improve pole access.

Large telephone companies own the poles and provide access to competitors. Under the new timelines, the process will become easier allowing competitors to roll out their networks faster.

The measures announced in policy CRTC 2023-31 apply to Bell, TELUS, SaskTel, and Télébec.

“Poles are essential for the deployment of telecommunications networks,”  Vicky Eatrides the CRTC’s chairperson, said. “The measures introduced today will have tangible impacts for Canadians by helping competitors speed up their deployment of broadband networks, leading to more competition.”

Companies have until April 3rd to file revised tariffs with the CRTC.

Source: CRTC

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Battery issue causes Ford to halt F-150 Lightning production

American automaker Ford has confirmed that it’s halting the production of its F-150 Lightning, the best-selling electric pickup truck in the United States, due to a possible battery problem.

In a statement given to CNN News, Ford spokesperson Emma Berg said that the company discovered the issue during pre-delivery vehicle inspections, and the production halt was ordered last week.

According to the report, the pause in production and delivery will not affect trucks already at dealerships or those already delivered to customers. Besides this, Ford did not provide any information about the nature of the battery-related problem, nor did it mention its severity of it. “The team is diligently working on the root cause analysis,” Berg said.

Production for the F-150 Lightning started in the spring of last year. Since then, the automotive company has sold 18,000 F-150 Lightning pickup trucks, making the vehicle the best-seller in its category. However, competition is on its way.

General Motors is expected to begin producing the Chevrolet Silverado EV later this year, which will be followed early next year by the GMC Sierra EV. Tesla’s Cybertruck is also expected to begin full production in 2024, and Stellantis will reportedly begin production of the Ram 1500 Rev next year.

While the current halt in production is due to a battery issue, Ford has made significant investments in battery production, including a recent $3.5 billion USD (about $4.6 billion CAD) in a new battery plant in Michigan that’s set to begin production in 2026. Additionally, the automaker is constructing production facilities in Kentucky and Tennessee to manufacture electric vehicle batteries and trucks.

Source: CNN News

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Telus website adds banner to plans warning they end on February 20

Vancouver-based national telecom Telus has added notices to its website that several of its current plans end on February 20th.

MobileSyrup spotted the change on February 15th when a purple banner that reads “Ends February 20th” appeared on all four of Telus’ in-market plans.

Telus did not respond to requests for comment in time for publication.

Telus plans as of February 15, 2023.

It’s not clear what, exactly, the banners mean or what customers can expect come February 20th. The likely scenario is that Telus will deploy new or updated plans, perhaps with new pricing. It’s also possible the change was a mistake on Telus’ part. The current plans are listed below:

  • $85/mo Unlimited 25 5G – 25GB of data at up to 250Mbps speed, unlimited nationwide talk and text
  • $95/mo Unlimited 50 5G+ – 50GB of data at up to 1Gbps speed, unlimited nationwide talk and international text
  • $105/mo Unlimited CAN-US 60 5G+ – 60GB of data at up to 1Gbps speed, unlimited talk, international text, unlimited talk, text and data in the U.S.
  • $125/mo Unlimited CAN-US 100 5G+ – 100GB of data at up to 1Gbps speed, unlimited talk, international text, unlimited talk, text and data in the U.S.

It’s worth noting that Telus currently offers “unlimited” data, which means customers can keep using data beyond the plan’s allotment, but at a slower, throttled speed of up to 512Kbps.

You can check out the Telus website here. Stay tuned to MobileSyrup for the latest on whatever changes come on February 20th.

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Uber’s audio recording safety feature now available in Canada

Uber riders and drivers in Canada can now access a safety feature that allows trips to be audio recorded.

Users can set up the feature in the app’s Safety Toolkit and start a a recording by hitting the blue shield icon on the map screen and tapping ‘start.’ Users can control when they want to start or stop a recording. If riders and drivers don’t end a recording on their own, Uber says the recording will stop after the trip is complete.

Audio files are encrupted and stored on the device of the person making the recording. Uber’s team can only access the file if users report safety incidents, allowing them to attach the audio file in the report.

“We’re always looking for ways to leverage our innovative technology to build features that help make Uber safer,” Michael van Hemmen, general manager of Uber Canada Mobility, said. “We hope this audio recording feature will help give riders and drivers peace of mind by encouraging comfortable and positive interactions while on trips.”

Uber originally launched the feature in 2019, but it didn’t make its way to Canada until 2022. The company tested the feature in Calgary in November.

Source: Uber

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Freedom Mobile drops $15/mo 500MB plan

Shaw-owned Freedom Mobile appears to have removed one of its lower-cost ‘Freedom’ Starter plans.

An update to Freedom Mobile’s website spotted by MobileSyrup saw the removal of the provider’s $15/mo 500MB plan. The plan included 250MB of LTE data on the Freedom network along with a bonus 250MB for 500MB total monthly data.

Additionally, the plan included unlimited Canada-wide calling and incoming calls, unlimited global text, picture and video messaging, and Voicemail+.

Freedom’s $15/mo plan is no longer listed on its website.

When customers leave the Freedom network and use ‘Freedom Nationwide’ on a partner network, the plan includes 100 minutes of calls to Canada, unlimited incoming calls, and unlimited texting.

The removal of the plan leaves customers with fewer low-cost options. Freedom’s plans now start at $25/mo for a ‘Freedom’ plan and $40/mo for a ‘Big Gig Unlimited’ plan. On the prepaid side, Freedom’s cheapest plan is $19/mo.

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Here are the changes to Canadian mobile rate plans this week [February 16 – February 22]

With over 13 wireless providers in Canada, it can be difficult to keep track of the latest promotions and cell phone rate plan changes.

MobileSyrup will compile the latest weekly rate plan deals every week. You can also check out our guide on plans across Canada to find the right plan for you.  You can compare from 47,842 options and 13 providers in Canada to find the best option.

It’s worth noting that rate plans are always subject to change and that we’ll do our best to keep this list updated as accurately as possible.

Canadian carrier rate plan changes this week

Noticeable price changes:

New Deals:

  • Add a family member and get 25 GB of unlimited data for only $55/mo in other regions and 20 GB of unlimited data for only $40/mo in QC.
  • Bell is waiving long-distance charges for calls to Türkiye and Syria.
  • Limited-time Lunar New Year offer: get 3 GB/mo. of bonus data for 6 months when you activate $55/mo Prepaid Voice and Data plan

Ongoing deals:

  • Get bonus Crave Mobile for 24 months with Unlimited Share Plans Ultimate 20 and Ultimate 40 & 60 (Canada & U.S.) in QC and with Ultimate 45, Ultimate 60 & 100 (Canada & U.S.) in main regions.
  • Get an unlimited plan including 25GB of shareable data for $85/mo in main regions, for $75/mo in MB & SK and 10GB for $55/mo in QC.
  • Bell is the first Canadian carrier to offer prepaid eSIM activations online when you bring your own phone.
  • Save $20/mo for every member you add to your account.
  • Buy a new phone online and save $50
  • Switch your business to Canada’s best 5G network1 and get a credit of up to $240 per line.
  • Save $25/mo for every team member you add on your account
  • Get 500MB bonus data/mo. with automatic monthly top-up options with the $30, $40, $45 & $55 prepaid plans and 100MB bonus with $25 prepaid plan
  • Keep your business and all of its devices connected with plans starting at $10/mo.
  • Get 3 months of Apple TV+ when you buy an iPhone or iPad.
  • limited time offer – Get 3 months of Apple Fitness+ free when you buy an Apple Watch
  • Trade in your old device and save. Get a credit up to $700 when you trade in your old phone.
  • Various phone accessories on sale
  • Get up to 500 MB bonus data/mo. when you sign up for Automatic Monthly or Automatic Monthly/Low Balance Top-Up option on eligible plans.

Browse Bell cell phone plans

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Limited time offer: Save 50% per month for 12 months on unlimited Fido Home Internet. That’s up to $540 in savings! New customers only! ON

Ongoing deals:

    • Save even more when you bundle home internet and mobile plans together. Packages start from $73/mo!
    • Get 5 extra hours of unlimited data every month at no extra cost. Available with Data, Talk & Text plans.
    • TABLETS AT $0 DOWN AND 0% INTEREST with financing on select plans for $10/month when you add a line to your account.
    • One Month Free Service when you invite your friends and they join Fido.

Browse Fido cell phone plans

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Pre-order a Samsung Galaxy S23 series device and get a free storage-capacity upgrade. Plus, save over $1,000 with the Take-back Credit and trade-in credit.
  • Pre-order a Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and get double its storage capacity at no extra cost and save over $1,000 with the Take-back Credit and the trade-in credit.

Ongoing deals:

  • Save $10 per month for life with the multiproduct discount by adding an Internet plan to your Mobile plan.
  • Save $30 per month by pairing two All-Inclusive Mobile plans and an Internet service into one account.
  • Get 100 GB bonus per year with all-Inclusive 20GB, 40GB and 50GB plans, along with $15 monthly savings if you combine it with an Internet service.
  • 100 GB of bonus data per year, Club illico mobile, on the phone of your choice.
  • Combine your Internet service with several Mobile plans on the same invoice and save up to $100 per month.
  • Club illico mobile is included with all the All-Inclusive Mobile plans.
  • Get 10 GB bonus per year in Canada with the 6 GB and 15 GB Canada plans, along with $10 monthly savings if you combine the 15 GB plan with an Internet service.
  • Sale on phone cables, chargers and audio accessories.
  • Get up to $500 in credit when you trade in your old phone.
  • Monthly savings on various smart phones
  • Take advantage of monthly discount with multiline $5 to $15 per line each month (depends on number of lines) 

Browse Videotron cell phone plans

Noticeable price changes:

Ongoing deals:

  • Complete your order online and get $100 in savings on plans $45 and up. That’s an exclusive $50 bill credit + $50 connection fee waived.
  • Get bonus 500MB data per month with Automatic Top-Up on $25/mo plan and 250MB bonus with the $15 plan.
  • Get bonus 2GB data per month with Automatic Top-Up on $30/mo plans and up
  • For a limited time when you refer your friend to Koodo, you can both take $25 off your bill.
  • Prepaid SIM cards are now $10 for a limited time

Browse Koodo cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Get 40GB to share for just $52.50/mo per line in QC or 50GB to share for just $70/mo per line in other regions.
  • Trade in an eligible iPhone 12 or put $480 down and get iPhone 14 128GB for as low as $11.74/mo for 24 months on select plans. Certain conditions apply.
  • Add family to your Rogers Infinite plan starting as low as $40/mo per line with 20 GB in QC or $55/mo per line with 25 GB in other regions.

Ongoing deals:

  • Pre-order the new Samsung Galaxy S23 series and double your storage at no additional cost! Up to $240 in savings over 24 months, with financing on a Rogers Infinite plan, plus, get an additional up to $350 credit when you trade in an eligible device.
  • Trade in your phone, tablet or smartwatch and get a credit towards a new device through the Rogers Trade-Up Program.
  • Take advantage of the Upfront Edge credit on select phones on Rogers Infinite plans with financing over 24 months.
  • Get the Google Pixel 7 Series starting at $11.13/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you return your device after 2 years.
  • Save $20/mo for each family member you add. Additional Line Rogers Infinite Plans start at $45/mo for 20GB in QC or $65/mo for 25GB in other regions.
  • Add a tablet or smartwatch to an eligible Rogers Infinite plan and get a free tablet plan or smartwatch plan for 24 months.
  • Stay connected anywhere with the new plan for data-only mobile internet. Get 50 GB/mo for $120/mo plus, for the first 3 months, pay only $10 for every 10 GB of data you use above this plan limit.
  • Trade in an eligible iPhone and enjoy a one-time trade-in credit of up to $1,000 towards the device of your choice with financing and select plans.
  • Rogers Infinite Mobile plans start at $60/mo for 24 months when you add it to your home services (ON).
  • Save $50 with the Setup Service Fee waived when you buy online.
  • Get 5 Roam Like Home days at no cost every year (up to $75 value) when you link your Rogers Connections Mastercard account to your Rogers postpaid account and eligible wireless plan.
  • Refer your friends and save up to $300 per year
  • Sign up for Disney+ through Rogers and get 6 months on select Rogers Infinite plans

Browse Rogers cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Get 2 iPhone 14s and save up to $1,500 with Bring-It-Back and Trade-In when you return eligible devices.

Ongoing deals:

  • Get the Google Pixel 7 Pro and save up to $833 with Bring-It-Back.
  • Join the TELUS Exclusive Partner Program and save more. Enjoy 50GB for only $65 per month on a 2-year term with a TELUS Easy Payment plan.
  • Get Stream+ for as low as $20 per month. Add Stream+ while activating or renewing any 5G+ or CAN-US plan and save $5 per month for 2 years.
  • Save up to $450 on iPhone 13 with Bring-It-Back and Trade-In.
  • Pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S23 series and double the memory for no extra cost.
  • Pre-order the new Galaxy S23 Ultra and double the memory at no extra cost. Plus, save up to $760 when you trade in an eligible device.
  • Save up to $1,245 on iPhone 14 Pro Max with Bring-It-Back and Trade-In.
  • Join the TELUS Privilege rewards program and you could win a VIP hockey night. The prize includes 2 tickets to the game in a super suite, until February 22, 2023. (QC only)
  • Get up to $1,175 off the Galaxy Z Flip4 with Bring-It-Back and Trade-In.
  • Share your phone’s unlimited data with your smartwatch or tablet for $10 per month.
  • Double your data for only $10 extra per month. Enjoy unlimited talk, text and get 40GB of high-speed data for $75 per month in QC or 50GB of high-speed data for $95 per month in other regions.
  • Get a bonus 100 MB of data when you sign-up for Auto Top-up on a $25 prepaid talk & text plan.
  • Refer a friend to TELUS Mobility and you both get a $50 bill credit.
  • Save the $50 connection fee when you shop Mobility online.
  • Save more with the TELUS Family Discount: save from $7.50 to $15 per line per month for every family member on your account who subscribes to an Unlimited Data plan.
  • Get a bonus 500 MB of data when you sign-up for Auto Top-up on $30, $40, $45 & $55 prepaid talk, text & data plans.
  • Get 3 months of Apple TV+ free on eligible Apple device activations.
  • Enjoy your ICI TOU.TV EXTRA subscription included with your TELUS plan (QC).
  • Bundle a new Apple Watch with TELUS Health Companion from $54/month.
  • Bundle your services and get up to $40 off each month (QC)
  • Save big on the flashiest phones with Bring‑It‑Back

Browse Telus cell phone plan

Ongoing deals:

  • For a limited time, get 15GB of data for only $40
  • For every dollar you spend, you’ll make 15 percent of it back in points.
  • Reward – Welcome Present Get 5 points.
  • Earn up to 20 points per month by helping the Public Mobile community online.
  • Earn 10 points for every 12 months you stay
  • Earn 1 point for every month a friend you refer stays
  • Free Public Mobile SIM Card included with each purchase of a Certified Pre-Owned phone.

Browse Public Mobile cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Exclusive offer for Quebec : Get 5GB of bonus data on the $35 plan on your second anniversary date.

Ongoing deals:

  • Get 2GB bonus data with autopay on all talk, text & data 3G and 4G plans and 500MB bonus data with autopay on $25/mo plan.
  • 250MB bonus with Autopay on Talk & Text $15 Plan along with and one month’s fee in credit
  • Chatr Refer a Friend Program – Get up to $150 in credits over 10 months to use towards your top up.

Browse Chatr cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Get a new phone. Plans starting from $26/mo in QC or from $33/mo in other regions.
  • Save $10/mo for 12 months on plans $55 or more when you bring your own phone (excluding QC).
  • Get 8GB for $45/mo after a credit of $10/mo for 12 months, when you bring your own phone (excluding QC).
  • Get 10GB for $40/mo when you bring your own phone in QC.

Ongoing deals:

  • Pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S23 and get the 256GB model for the price of the 128GB model. Plus, get up to $350 off when you trade in an eligible device.
  • Pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S23 series and double the memory at no extra cost.
  • Get 50% off on select Unlimited Internet plans. Based on a $40/mo credit on a 50 Mbps plan or a $45/mo credit on a 100 Mbps plan, for 12 months (ON).
  • Get the Pixel 6a for $0 down, 0% APR with Sweet Pay. Now only $10/mo.
  • Get iPhone 11 for $0 down, 0% APR with Sweet Pay
  • Get the Samsung Galaxy A53 for $0 down, 0% APR with Sweet Pay.
  • Value-packed mobile plans and home internet. Now $61/mo when you bring your own phone + a $50 Visa prepaid card (QC).
  • Buy the Google Pixel 6a and get 3 months of Youtube Premium and Google One.
  • Combine a mobile plan with home internet, now starting from $73/mo. based on a monthly credit for 12 months (ON).
  • Crave is available as an add-on for TV for only $20/mo. Hook up today and get 2 months free.
  • Get 250MB Bonus Data with Unlimited Canada-wide $25 prepaid plan (ON, QC, SK) and with Unlimited Province-wide $22 and $29 prepaid plans (QC), on Auto Payment Options.
  • Get 500MB Bonus data with Unlimited Province-wide $31, $35, $40, $50 and $55 prepaid plans, on Auto Payment Options (QC).
  • Add TV to your Unlimited Internet starting from $25/mo in QC and $35/mo in ON.
  • Get 500MB Bonus data with Unlimited Canada-wide $32, $34, $38, $43, $53 & $58 prepaid plans, on Auto Payment Options (QC).
  • Get 500MB Bonus data with Unlimited Canada-wide $30, $40, $45, $55 & $75 prepaid plans, on Auto Payment Options (ON, SK).
  • Purchase the Motorola Edge 2022 on Sweet Pay™ and receive a pair of Motorola Verve Buds 120 True Wireless Headset.
  • 100MB Bonus Data on the $15 prepaid plan with PPU with AutoPay option.
  • GET AN ANNUAL PLAN. Activate an annual prepaid plan with 400 local minutes and 400 global texts for $100/year when you bring your own phone.
  • Shop online and get $50 waived of connection service fee.
  • Hot phones starting from $0 down, 0% APR
  • Refer a Friend to get $50 in bill credits each when they join the Virgin Plus party.
  • Get a Google Chromecast when you hook up with TV on a 6-month term
  • Get up to $700 off a hot new device when you trade in your old one.

Browse Virgin Plus cell phone plans

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Family day Offer : Get 7GB of data for $30/mo. and 25GB for $45/mo. Includes up to a $10/mo. credit for 24 months.

Ongoing deals:

  • Save an extra $10/mo for 12 months with all the Big Gig Unlimited Bring Your Own Device Plans
  • Get an Unlimited plan with 20GB of Fast LTE data for $40/mo. Includes $10/mo. credit for 12 months.
  • Get 1.5GB of data for $19/mo. Includes a credit of $5/mo. for 12 months.
  • Refer a friend and get a $25 service credit for each referral. Save up to $250 a year

Browse Freedom Mobile cell phone plans 

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Waiving fees to ensure customers can connect with loved ones in Syria and Turkey

Ongoing deals:

  • Sign up for new wireless service or upgrade your device and save $5/month for 24 months when you select a totalSHARE Canada & U.S. or VIP 35 unlimited plan.
  • Save $10/mo. for 6 months on Talk + Text + Data 50 or Complete 95.
  • Get the infiNET 300 plan for as low as $69.95/mo. for 24 months with a 2-year Internet contract when bundled with wireless.
  • Get a bonus $100 on top of your trade-in value when you trade in your old device and buy a new one.
  • Save $20/mo. off a totalSHARE Nationwide, totalSHARE Canada & U.S., or VIP 35 plan when you bring your own phone or buy a phone at a full price!
  • Save $200 on Apple Watch Series 6 GPS and GPS + Cellular.
  • Get up to $600 in-store credit toward a new wireless device and accessories when you trade in your old device.
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on a monthly plan and save 50% for 3 months + get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi for only $5/mo. for first 3 months
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on a 2-year contract and get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for 12 months
  • Switch to a 2-year Internet contract plan and save $10/mo. off the regular price
  • Upgrade to the next fastest plan at no additional cost for 1 month
  • Get unlimited calling with our Anytime North America Long Distance plan—all for one low monthly price
  • Get our 10 most popular calling features, including Call Display & Name Display, for just $10/mo. Add on Voice Mail for only $2/mo. more
  • Get 3 months of Apple Fitness+ free when you buy an Apple Watch.
  • Sign up for noSTRINGS Prepaid Auto Top-ups and get a $20 bonus
  • Bring your Google Pixel to SaskTel and activate it on a voice & data plan and get a $25/mo. bill credit for 2 years—that’s $600 in savings.

Browse SaskTel cell phone plan percent 

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Save $10/month when you Bundle home services & Mobile. That’s a savings of $120/year!
  • $10/mo off Rollover & Unlimited Data plans for 12 months. Plus, save $10/mo on additional lines with Family Share.
  • Order your Bundle online and get a $200 welcome credit. For a limited time, get a $200 bill credit on select Internet & TV bundles.

Ongoing deals:

  • Refer a friend to Eastlink Mobile and you both get a $50 credit.
  • Save up to $27.50/month per line versus the competition with Eastlink’s Unlimited Data plans.
  • Bring Your Own Phone and Enjoy Data Plans
  • Buy Mobile online and get a $50 welcome credit & free shipping
  • Get a $100 welcome credit when you order Internet online
  • Add Mobile to other popular Eastlink services and save up to $10/month!
  • Get 3 months of Apple TV+ free when you buy an Apple device.
  • Get the Smartphone you Want for $0 Down with easyTab
  • Save $69.95 when you DIY and save the installation fee
  • Get up to $200 When you Switch to Eastlink

Browse Eastlink cell phone plans 

Noticeable price changes:

Ongoing deals:

  • Activate your first plan with the referral code of a friend, and you’ll each receive a $25 referral bonus
  • A supercharged voicemail for IOS and Android phones, at only $2 per month
  • Enjoy a 12-month warranty on new phones and a 6-month warranty on Preloved phones
  • The higher the level you’re at, the more rewards you get to choose from to add value to your monthly plan.
  • Any unused mobile data will be rolled over to the next month. 

Browse Fizz cell phone plans 

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Shaw Mobile is waiving Long Distance charges for calls and texts to Turkey and Syria until February 28 so our customers can stay connected with loved ones.

Ongoing deals:

  • Get a $25/mo Unlimited plan with 25GB Fast LTE and save hundreds on Mobile when paired with Fibre+ Gig 1.5 Internet.
  • Save $5/mo when you sign-up for an Unlimited + U.S. & Mexico plan with included roaming data.
  • Plans from $0/mo. Bring your device & number to Shaw Mobile for brighter savings.
  • Bill credits: $100 bill credit with Fibre + Internet and TV and Fibre + Internet & Mobile and $50 bill credit with Internet & Streaming (QC, AB & BC)
  • Bill credits: $100 bill credit with Fibre + Internet and TV and $50 bill credit with Internet & Streaming in (ON, SK & MB)
  • Get 3 months free when you sign up for Apple TV+ and choose a TV bundle or add Shaw Stream to a Fibre+ Internet plan.
  • Sign up for Disney+ and get up to 24 months free
  • Order your plan online and save an extra $50
  • Upgrade to Fibre+ Gig 1.5 Internet for exclusive savings on Mobile.
  • If you’re looking for a lower-level TV plan than Total TV, check out the Limited TV plan for $25/mo.
  • Rollover Data any time for just $10/GB and carry over unused data for up to 90 days 

Browse Shaw cell phone plans

Noticeable price changes:

Browse cell phone plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Get an additional 5 percent of the value of every Top-Up in points when you sign up for Auto-Allowance or Allowance with your PC Financial Mastercard or PC Money
  • 20,000 PC Optimum points after two months of service
  • Get 1GB of bonus data every month when you sign up for an Automatic Top-Up option, eligible on plans that have data.

Browse cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Stay in touch with friends and family for just $5/mo.

Ongoing deals:

  • Sign up with Lucky Mobile and Refer-A-Friend to earn a $50 credit!
  • Get bonus data with Lucky Rewards.
  • Get 250MB/mo. of bonus data after making 6 monthly payments.
  • Get a cheap phone plan from $15/mo.
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Browse cell phone plans

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BMO eliminates debit transaction fees for transit rides in Canada

On February 15th, BMO announced that it would no longer charge customers debit transaction fees at any transit authority terminals across Canada, for both commercial and retail customers, as reported by iPhone in Canada.

BMO has now eliminated transaction count limits on any transit authority terminals throughout the country. It’s worth noting that if customers exceed their free transaction limits (set by the bank), fees would still apply, but not for transit payments.

This modification comes as many transit payment systems across the country shift towards tap debit and credit card payments on buses and subways. “BMO is the first financial institution to offer both retail and commercial debit card holders unlimited transit authority transactions and help simplify their public transit experience,” said Gayle Ramsay, head of Everyday Banking, Segments & Customer Growth at BMO.

“In this economic environment, we are seeing that significantly fewer Canadians feel they are making real financial progress with particularly steep declines in city centres such as Toronto and Vancouver. This feature will help ease worries about transaction count limit fees and let customers focus on their financial goals and staying on budget.”

“We welcome BMO’s decision to make transit use easier and more convenient by making all debit transactions free of charge” said William Keliehor, chief commercial officer at Interac. “Millions of Canadians use Interac Debit for day-to-day purchases direct from their bank account and we are committed to expanding convenient debit payments at transit authorities across the country.”

Last month, Vancouver’s TransLink launched Interac debit tap payments for every bus and fare gate, system-wide. The latest BMO announcement could encourage other financial institutions to follow the same path, making the public transit experience easier and more convenient for Canadians.

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Source: BMO, Via: iPhone In Canada