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Here are the changes to Canadian mobile rate plans this week [December 9 – December 15]

With over 13 wireless carriers 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 carriers 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

New deals:

  • Save $100 when you buy online. (QC only)
  • Great gifts under $50
  • Get unlimited data with no overage fees, parental controls and one bill for your family, all for just $45/mo. in QC, MB, SK and $55/mo in main regions.
  • Pair Bell mobility with your Bell service and get 20GB of data for just $50/mo. in QC and for $65/mo. in ON.
  • Popular accessories for this holiday season
  • Connect your other devices and enjoy unlimited data from $5/mo.

Ongoing deals:

  • Unlimited Share 100 plan is $15/mo. cheaper, Unlimited 40 and 60 are $10/mo cheaper in MB, QC & SK compared to main regions.
  • Save $25/month for every team member you add to your account.
  • Get 25GB for only $65/month on Canada’s best network.
  • Get three lines with unlimited data and no overages for an average of $55/month.
  • Get $200 off Fossil Smartwatches
  • Get three months of Apple Fitness+ free
  • Save 20% on a Samsung Galaxy Watch4 with Bell SmartPay.
  • Switch your business to Canada’s best 5G network6 and get a credit of $200 per line.
  • Save $50 on your order when you shop online.
  • Promo on Unlimited Share plans. Save $15 for every family member on your account when you have two or more lines.
  • $50 Promo plan with 10 GB of non-shareable data, and $55 Promo plan with 20 GB of non-shareable data. (QC) For new activations only.
  • Get bonus 100MB data/mo with unlimited Canada-wide minutes for $25/mo with automatic monthly top-up options.
  • Trade-in your old device and save
  • Get six months of Crave Total on us with new smartphones on Bell SmartPay
  • Get our unlimited talk and text plan for just $30/mo.
  • Save $15/mo. for every family member you add to your account.
  • Various monthly phone credits on select smartphones with SmartPay or SmartPay + Device Return Option
  • 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.
  • Save $40 on the intelliARMOR UV Shield+ portable sanitize

Browse Bell cell phone plans

New deals:

  • 50% off high ponytail performance hats and gym essentials from Top Knot
  • Trade-in select iPhones and get up to $600 in trade-in credits
  • Get the S20 FE 5G or the A52 at $0 down on approved credit with Fido Payment Program
  • Get iPhone 12 mini 128GB for $0 down and pay only $27.92/mo after bill credit for 24 months with Fido Payment Program
  • Various smartphones on holideals

Ongoing deals:

  • Apple iPad 7 for $0 down.
  • Accessories you want for $0 down
  • Get a Samsung Galaxy device and get up to 4 months of YouTube Premium
  • One Month Free Service when you invite your friends and they join Fido.
  • Get Extra $5 Credit Per Month on ZTE Grand X View 4

Browse Fido cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Unlimited 60 Internet plan at only $60/month
  • For a limited time, Vrai is offered for six months when you add it to your mobile plan
  • Get 100 GB bonus per year and a free Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite with an all-Inclusive 20GB, 25GB plan as well as 15 GB Canada – US without border plan
  • Get $50 in welcome credit with a 4 GB, 10 GB or 20 GB Plan.
  • HUAWEI FreeBuds 3 and the HUAWEI WATCH GT 2 are on sale now
  • Take advantage of all the benefits of Helix internet, starting from $50/mo.
  • Get a discount and save up to $15 per plan every month if you team up by four

Ongoing deals:

  • Get extra 100GB per year, always at full speed
  • Helix unlimited 400 internet at $70/mo
  • Get 10 GB bonus per year in Canada with Basic 4GB, 10GB Canada plan & $10 GB Canada-Us plan
  • Subscribe to the QUB musique Family plan at the exclusive rate of $9.99/month for 24 months
  • Take advantage of monthly discount with multiline $5 to $15 per line each month (depends of number of lines)
  • Up to $500 trade-in credit on any smartphone purchase
  • Club illico mobile included on All-Inclusive Mobile plans

Browse Videotron cell phone plan

New deals:

  • Get three months of Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade with pre-owned certified iPhone -X, XR, XS and XS Max

Ongoing deals:

  • Prepaid SIM cards are now $10 for a limited time
  • Get six months of Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade when you get an iPhone 11, SE, 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro Max
  • $25 referral credit for both when referring a friend after they join on a postpaid plan.
  • Bonus 500 MB data per month with Automatic Top-Up on the $30, $40, $45 and $55 both Canada-wide and Province-wide calling plans (all regions)
  • Shop online and save the $50 connection fee

Browse Koodo cell phone plans 

New deals:

  • Add a family member to your Rogers Infinite plan starting at $45/mo. after a $15/mo discount for MB, SK, QC and $55/mo. for main regions
  • Stay connected anywhere with the new mobile internet plan
  • Pro-On-the-Go exclusive – get the Google Nest Hub (1st gen) for $60 (main regions only)
  • Get iPhone 12 mini 128GB for $10/mo for 24 months with financing and select plans with Upfront Edge
  • shop online and save up to $100
  • Get two lines for $72.50/mo per line and enjoy 40 GB of data (main regions)

Ongoing deals:

  • Activate or upgrade on a $75/mo or higher Rogers Infinite plan and get our most premium perks (QC)
  • Save $200 per line for your small business
  • Get $200 Google Play credits with Samsung Z series
  • Trade-in your iPhone 11 and get the iPhone 13 for just $5/mo. for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge
  • Get the Pixel 6 Series for $0 down on approved credit
  • Promo on Infinite Plan 25 GB (was 15 GB) + 6 months of Apple Music for $65/mo. MB/SK/QC)
  • Promo on $85 Infinite Plan 60GB + 6 months of Apple Music and + 6 months of Disney+ Purchase a tablet or Apple Watch on financing and get it free for 24 months (MB/SK/QC)
  • $15/mo. off on all Infinite plans except for $85/mo. plan, which is $10/mo. off in MB, QC & SK compared to other regions
  • Promo on Infinite Plan 60GB + 6 months of Apple Music and + 6 months of Disney+ & Purchase a tablet or Apple Watch on financing and get it free for 24 months for $95/mo. (main regions)
  • Activate or upgrade to a $90/mo or higher Rogers Infinite plan and add a free tablet plan for 24 months – with tablets like the ZTE Grand X View 4 or the Huawei T5
  • Get up to 3 months of Google One on us when you sign up through Rogers.
  • Promo on $90 Infinite Plan 40GB + 6 months of Apple Music and + 6 months of Disney+ Purchase a tablet or Apple Watch on financing and get it free for 24 months (main regions)
  • Sign up for Apple Music and get your first six months free on a Rogers Infinite plan
  • Get a limited time offer on a Rogers Infinite plan
  • Save up to $650 on iPhone 12 when you trade in your iPhone XR, iPhone XS or iPhone 8
  • Promo on Talk text Unlimited Canada Wide minutes for $30 (was $35)
  • Get two lines for $60/mo per line for 30 GB of data max speed (QC)
  • Sign up for Disney+ through Rogers and get six months on select Rogers Infinite plans
  • Various monthly phone credits on select smartphones with Financing or with Upfront Edge
  • $50 referral credit for both after they activate

Browse Rogers cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Save up to $415 on iPhone 13 with Bring-It-Back
  • Bring your own device and get 20GB for only $50 per month with the TELUS Exclusive Partner Program
  • Get 10GB of data for as low as $40 with a family of four.
  • Enjoy your ICI TOU.TV EXTRA subscription included with your TELUS plan
  • Over $50,000 in prizes, 7 prizes per day for 25 days – Magic calendar 2021
  • Get connected with 40GB for $75 with an unlimited data plan
  • Protect your home with SmartHome Security and get up to $350 in gifts
  • Get bonus Samsung Leather Flip Cover with S Pen with a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

Ongoing deals:

  • Promo on Peace of Mind Can-US is 60GB for $90/mo (MB/SK/QC)
  • Promo on Peace of Mind Can-US is 60GB for $100/mo (main regions)
  • Promo on Peace of Mind with 40GB for $85/mo; the Can-US version is $90/mo. (main regions)
  • For a limited time, enjoy a $200 Google Play Promotional Balance when you buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G
  • From December 1 to 12, visit TELUS Instagram page every day for a chance to help us give back to communities in need and win awesome prizes
  • Save up to $280 on Galaxy S20 FE 5G with Bring-It-Back
  • Get up to 6 months of Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade when you buy any iPhone
  • Save 50% on a Google Nest Mini.
  • Save big on the flashiest phones with Bring‑It‑Back
  • Save $100 when you shop Mobility online with a $50 bill credit and a $50 connection fee waiver
  • Get a bonus 500MB of data when you sign-up for Auto Top-up on $30, $40, $45 & $55 prepaid talk, text & data plans
  • Promo on Peace of Mind with 40GB for $75/mo; the Can-US version is $80 (MB/SK/QC)
  • Get a Samsung Tab A7 Lite for $0 per month on a 2 year plan
  • Save $130 on Powerbeats Pro for a limited time
  • Save $10 per month with the ultimate online protection
  • Bonus Lenovo Chromebook with motorola one 5G ace
  • Get an Apple Watch with TELUS Health Companion from $49 per month
  • Get a bonus 100MB of data when you sign-up for Auto Top-up on $25 prepaid talk & text plan
  • $10 to $15/mo. off on Peace of Mind, Peace of Mind Connect and Simple Share plans in MB, QC & SK compared to main regions
  • $50 referral credit for both after they activate on a postpaid plan (all regions)

Browse Telus cell phone plan

Noticeable price changes:

Chat more with free international calling

New deals:

  • Set up your Public Mobile SIM card & get your free holiday rewards added to your account when you activate by December 31st, 2021
  • Share more with a $30 Refer-a-Friend reward
  • Connect more with 2GB of free data

Ongoing deas:

  • Get a $30 bill credit on any Certified Pre-Owned Phone
  • 2.5 GB Data at 3G speed 2.5 GB +BONUS 500MB with AutoPay
  • $1 Loyalty Pays every 30 days after the first years. $2 after the second year, and so on.
  • $20 Helping Other every 30 days by earning points in the Community
  • 500MB bonus with Autopay on all Talk, Text & Data plans except $15 plan, which comes with 250MB bonus (all regions)
  • $2 off every month with AutoPay Reward
  • Get referred, and you’ll receive a one-time $10 credit

Browse Public Mobile cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Get connected starting from $15/mo

Ongoing deals:

  • 250MB bonus with Autopay on Talk & Text Plan (Get one month’s fee in credit with new activations on all plans for a limited time)
  • 500MB bonus with Autopay on all Talk, Text & Data plans

Browse Chatr cell phone plans

New deals:

  • 250 MB Bonus Data on the $22, $24 and $29 Prepaid plan
  • Get a value-packed plan and Member Benefits when you bring your own phone.
  • 500MB Bonus Data on the $32, $35, $41, $46, $51 and $56 Prepaid plans
  • Unlimited Internet Starting From $39/mo. Plus, get a $50 Visa Prepaid Card.
  • Hot phones starting from $0 down
  • Get a $100 Visa Prepaid Card when you add unlimited Internet and TV.
  • Bonus 500MB data with $31, $34, $37, $43, $48, $53 and $58 prepaid plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Shop online and save $50
  • Get the HeadRush IPX6 wireless, 40W, water-resistant speaker with a customizable light show
  • Crave is available as an add-on for TV for only $20/mo. hook up today and get two months free
  • Get TV starting from $25/mo.
  • Get iPhone 13 mini with value-packed plans plus Member Benefits
  • Two months FREE of YouTube Premium with the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G and S20 Fe 5G
  • Limited time offer – 12GB for $50/month & 20GB for $55/month
  • Get a Google Chromecast when you hook up with TV on a 6-month term
  • 500MB Bonus Data on the $28 Prepaid plan with PPU OR 100MB Bonus Data on the $15 prepaid plan with PPU with AutoPay option
  • Get up to $700 off a hot new device when you trade in your old one.
  • Four months FREE of YouTube Premium with the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G, S21+ 5G and S21 ultra 5G

Browse Virgin Mobile cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Get 10GB of extra data on Prepaid plans starting at $19/mo. for 12 months
  • Get freedom home internet for $60/mo. Plus, for a limited time, get your first month free.
  • Samsung Galaxy A12 is available for $45/mo. Samsung Galaxy A52 5G for $55/mo and Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G for $60/mo.
  • Bring your own phone plan: Get a 4GB bonus with a $35 plan, 10GB bonus with the $40 plan

Ongoing deals:

  • Moto One 5G Ace and iPhone SE are available for $45/mo.
  • $5/mo. digital discount on Bring your own phone plans
  • Add a line with 3 GB data for $20/mo.
  • 20 GB Fast LTE for $50/mo with digital discount
  • Purchase select Samsung Galaxy devices until December 9th and save on Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, Galaxy Buds Live, or Galaxy Buds 2.
  • Bring your own phone plan: Get a 10 GB bonus with a $70 plan, a 20 GB bonus with an $80 plan and a 20 GB bonus on Canada/US $80 plan.
  • BYOD Big Gig Unlimited plans: get 10 GB bonus data on the $60 and $75/mo plan
  • Get up to 20GB of Bonus Data when you sign up on select plans.
  • Unlimited talk & text starting at $99/year annual payment
  • BYOD Big Gig Unlimited plans: get 20 GB bonus data on the $85/$115 Canada/US plans
  • Refer a friend and get a $25 service credit for each referral. Save up to $250 a year
  • Get one month of Visual Voicemail for Free

New deals:

  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on a monthly plan and save 50% for three months + get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi for only $5/mo. for first three months

Ongoing deals:

  • Sign up for maxTV stream & Internet to get big savings. Plus, get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for the first 12 months
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on a 2-year contract and get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for 12 months
  • Sign up for Crave with STARZ and get your first month free!
  • Switch to a 2-year Internet contract plan and save $10/mo. off the regular price
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on the infiNET 300 plan and get this special deal + get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for the first 12 months
  • Upgrade to the next fastest plan at no additional cost for one month
  • Sign up for maxTV Stream and get your first media box for only $49! Add a second box for $99
  • For every five maxTV Stream theme packs you add, you get $8 in savings
  • Sign up for Super Channel and get your first month free!
  • Sign up for maxTV and get 50% off the Filipino 5-pack for three months.
  • Get great deals on wireless devices and accessories.
  • Skip the activation and service fees on eligible online device purchases
  • Save big on wireless, internet, and TV.
  • Get unlimited calling with our Anytime North America Long Distance plan—all for one low monthly price
  • Get our ten most popular calling features, including Call Display & Name Display, for just $10/mo. Add on Voice Mail for only $2/mo. more
  • Sign up for SaskTel homePHONE and get three months of Home Phone Service, Feature Package, and Anytime North America long distance for free
  • Sign up for Crave and get your first month free!
  • Get three 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 and save $600
  • Sign up for a noSTRINGS Prepaid Talk, Text & Data or Unlimited plan and save $10/mo. for eight months.

New deals:

  • Get up to $200 when you Switch
  • Get the Smartphone you Want for $0 Down with easyTab

Ongoing deals:

  • Save $10/month on Rollover and Big Data plans when you BYOD.
  • $100 accessory credit.
  • Get your first three months FREE on any Smart Home & Security plan
  • Save $59.95 when you DIY and save the installation fee
  • Add Mobile to your Bundle and save $15/month forever
  • Get Crave on us for two months when you add TV to your bundle
  • Save $5/month when you add a line to your mobile service with Family Share

Browse Eastlink cell phone plans 

New deals:

  • For each gift of data made among members between December 3 and 17, Fizz will make a donation of $2 to Tel-jeunes
  • You will each receive a $50 referral bonus on their two-month anniversary with Fizz

Ongoing deals:

  • Get 30 GB with any phone purchase.
  • Any unused mobile data will be rolled over to the next month.
  • Various phone discounts on select smartphones with Full Retail Price

Browse Fizz cell phone plans 

Ongoing deals:

  • Fibre+ Gig & Total TV
  • Fibre+ 300 & Total TV
  • Fibre+ Gig & Mobile Unlimited
  • Fibre+ 25 & Limited TV
  • Fibre+ 300 & Mobile By The Gig
  • Fibre+ 300, Total TV & Mobile By The Gig
  • Rollover Data any time for just $10/GB and carry over unused data for up to 90 days
  • Get Unlimited Mobile with 25GB Fast LTE for only $25/mo when paired with a Fibre+ Gig 1.5 Internet plan
  • Fibre+ Gig, Total TV & Mobile Unlimited
  • Fibre+ 25, Limited TV & Mobile by the Gig
  • Fibre+ 25 & Mobile by the Gig

Browse Shaw cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Up to 10% of the value of every Top-Up in PC Optimum points

Ongoing deals:

  • Get an additional 5% 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

Ongoing deals:

  • Bonus 1 GB data for three months for new activations only.
  • $25 account bonus + free sim with $100 top-up
  • MaxWest Nitro 5P with $74.99 and $50 top-up voucher + FREE SIM
  • Data plans start at $35 for 2GB

Browse cell phone plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Enter for a chance to win one of twenty $1,000 prepaid credit cards.
  • 250MB bonus with Automatic Top-Up on $15, 1GB bonus with Automatic Top-Up on $25, 3GB bonus with Automatic Top-Up on $35, 5GB bonus with Automatic Top-Up on $40, 10.5GB bonus with Automatic Top-Up on $50, 15.5GB bonus with Automatic Top-Up on $60 ( main regions)
  • Refer-A-Friend to Lucky Mobile, and you can each get a $50 credit
  • Bring your own phone or buy one starting at $75
  • Get a cheap phone plan for $15/mo.
  • 500MB bonus with Automatic Top-Up on $24, 3.5GB bonus with Automatic Top-Up on $33, 11.5GB bonus with Automatic Top-Up on $43 plans for QC

Browse cell phone plans

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Government of Manitoba partners with Canada’s largest rural-focused broadband provider to improve 5G access in hundreds of communities

Thousands of Manitoba residents will soon be connected to reliable internet services thanks to an agreement between Xplornet Communications Inc. and the Government of Manitoba.

The Rural Broadband Expansion Agreement outlines an expansion of 5G technology to specifically include 350 rural and 30 First Nations communities, offering better connectivity to
work, school, and health care, among other factors.

Xplornet announced it’s ready to get shovels in the ground as part of the commitment and start construction to deliver 5G wireless broadband to 125,000 homes and businesses across the province.

The project will be completed by accessing 3,200 kilometers of fibre from Manitoba Hydro. Construction is expected to end by the end of 2023.

Xplornet is adding an additional 1,500 kilometers of fibre optic cable and equipping 224 towers with 5G broadband technology. The company focuses on delivering broadband services to rural and remote communities across the country.

“We are pleased to sign this agreement with the Government of Manitoba to achieve our shared goal of increased connectivity in communities across Manitoba,” Allison Lenehan, president and CEO of Xplornet, said in a press release. “This is an important milestone in our plan to connect rural Manitobans to fast, reliable and affordable high-speed internet using next-generation broadband technologies.”

This project is part of Xplornet’s larger initiative to invest $500 million by 2025 in scalable fibre and 5g technology specifically for rural Canadians.

Source: Xplornet

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Fix coming for Android bug that broke 9-1-1 calls with Microsoft Teams installed

Google is aware of a strange issue with Android and Microsoft Teams that can prevent emergency service calls, such as dialling 9-1-1.

The company posted a detailed response following an investigation into a report about a Pixel device preventing someone from calling 9-1-1. A Reddit user detailed what happened with their Pixel 3 running Android 11 on U.S. carrier Verizon:

“I got off a phone call with my mom, and proceeded to dial 911 just by typing and calling on my pixel. My phone got stuck immediately after one ring and I was unable to do anything other than click through apps with an emergency phone call running in the background. This is all while the phone informed me that it had sent my location to emergency services.”

In its response, Google said it was able to “reproduce the issue under a limited set of circumstances,” and shared the following:

“We believe the issue is only present on a small number of devices with the Microsoft Teams app installed when the user is not logged in, and we are currently only aware of one user report related to the occurrence of this bug. We determined that the issue was being caused by unintended interaction between the Microsoft Teams app and the underlying Android operating system.”

The key here is that the issue only seems to impact people who have Microsoft Teams installed on their phone but haven’t signed into the app. Google also notes that the issue only impacts Android 10 and up. If you fall into that group, Google advises that you uninstall and reinstall Microsoft Teams — that should fix the problem in the interim.

Moreover, Google said that it and Microsoft had prioritized the issue due to the impact on emergency calling and it expects an update to Microsoft Teams to roll out soon. Additionally, Google will push an Android platform update to the Android ecosystem in January.

Finally, Google thanked Reddit user ‘KitchenPicture5849’ for bringing the problem to the company’s attention. Although the issue is quite concerning, it’s good to see Google and Microsoft taking fast action to resolve the problem.

You can check out the Reddit post for yourself here.

Source: Reddit Via: 9to5Google

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How to watch The Game Awards 2021 in Canada

It’s December 9th, which means this year’s Game Awards are officially taking place tonight in Los Angeles.

As is the case every year, the show will run for around two to three hours and offer a slew of game reveals, as well as the distribution of the titular awards. It’ll kick off with a pre-show at 4:30pm PT/7:30pm ET before the main event begins at 5pm PT/8pm ET.

Notably, one of the key aspects of The Game Awards is that Canadian producer Geoff Keighley makes sure the event is streamed on a variety of platforms so fans around the world can tune in.

In particular, YouTube, Twitch, Twitter and Facebook will all be livestreaming the show. If you have an Oculus Meta headset, you can also tune in through VR.

This year, the following six games are up for the coveted Game of the Year prize:

  • Deathloop (Arkane/Bethesda)
  • It Takes Two (Hazelight/EA)
  • Metroid Dread (Mercury Steam/Nintendo)
  • Psychonauts 2 (Double Fine/Xbox)
  • Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart (Insomniac/PlayStation)
  • Resident Evil Village (Capcom)

The full list of nominees can be found on The Game Awards’ website, while we’ve got a Canadian-specific breakdown of them here.

Meanwhile, we have some idea of what to expect from the show’s signature “world premieres.” So far, here’s some of what’s been confirmed:

Some of the presenters have also been revealed, including Canada’s own Simu Liu (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), Giancarlo Esposito (who’s also up for Best Performance for Far Cry 6) and Laura Bailey (winner of Best Performance last year for The Last of Us Part II).

What game(s) are you hoping to see bring home awards? What upcoming titles would you like to see featured at the show? Let us know in the comments.

Image credit: The Game Awards

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TD brings low balance prediction and more to its mobile banking app

TD has plans to enhance its mobile banking app with new features.

The Canadian banking company is introducing new digital insights in the TD app that are designed to prompt customers with a new set of guided self-serve options based on their transaction history.

Now when a customer completes a third-party international remittance transfer, they’ll be prompted with an option to securely send money through TD Global Transfer directly from the user’s TD account within the TD app.

TD says that its customers will receive targeted information through the TD app, informing them that a new TD Access Card is on the way when their card has expired. The report will detail how to activate the access card and other card features, how the card can be used to make online or in-app purchases, and how to pay recurring bills.

The app also now offers low balance prediction to alert customers that are likely to get a low balance in the next two weeks. Additionally, TD says it’s adding upcoming transaction insight to provide a list of upcoming bills in the next two weeks based on recurring transactions.

TD says it’s focused on delivering a connected experience across its platform. In 2022, TD expects to have more than 30 live use digital insights designed to offer a proactive a guided customer experience in the mobile app.

TD’s mobile app is available on Android and iOS.

Source: TD

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Where to stream The Matrix trilogy in Canada before The Matrix Resurrections

Nearly 20 years after The Matrix Revolutions, Neo is back.

The Matrix Resurrections, once again starring Canada’s own Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss, will open exclusively in theatres on December 22nd. The sci-fi action flick is being helmed by original The Matrix series co-director Lana Wachowski, who also co-wrote the script.

Given that it’s been so long since the last Matrix, you might want to revisit the trilogy, or even experience it for the first time. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up the ways in which you can stream the three original Matrix films.

The first film, simply titled The Matrix (1999), can be streamed on Crave. However, its two sequels, 2003’s The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions, are both available on Netflix. If you only have one or the other of these services, it’s worth noting that each film is available to rent for $4.99 CAD on premium video on demand (PVOD) platforms like iTunes and Google Play.

The Matrix Resurrections follows Neo as he re-enters The Matrix with Trinity and joins a group of rebels to fight a new enemy. It’s worth noting that you can enter a special Warner Bros. QR code contest for a chance to win a trip to the December 16th Canadian premiere of The Matrix Resurrections with Reeves and Moss. Learn more here.

Another big December movie is Spider-Man: No Way Home — read more on where to stream the seven live-action Spidey flicks in Canada ahead of that multiverse adventure here.

Image credit: Warner Bros.

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Apple reportedly working on three Apple Watch models for 2022 release

Apple could have several Apple Watch models currently in the works.

According to often-reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, as first reported by MacRumors, Apple’s 2022 smartwatch lineup will include the Apple Watch Series 8, the second-gen Apple Watch SE and a more rugged, “extreme sports” version of the wearable.

Earlier this week in his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman also mentioned that Apple plans to release a “rugged” Apple Watch. Gurman’s report describes this new version of the Apple Watch as targeting athletes, bikers and people into extreme sports.

Given two sources have independently mentioned this new version of the Apple Watch’s existence, there’s likely at least some level of truth to the rumours. It’s unclear what features will be included in the Series 8 or 2nd-gen SE. That said, rumours regarding Apple Watch blood glucose monitoring have appeared several times over the past few years.

Kuo says that these three new Apple Watch models with will release in 2022.

Source: MacRumors

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Twitter tests a way to let users add content warnings to specific posts

Twitter is working on a new feature that will let users add content warnings to individual photos and videos sent out in tweets. According to the social network, the feature is currently in testing and only available to select users.

So far, the only way to include a content warning in your tweets is to add one individually. This means that every picture and video you post will offer a content warning. However, the new feature will allow users to add warnings to a singular tweet or specific categories.

The video above shows that when you’re editing a picture or video, you’ll be able to tap the flag icon in the bottom right corner of the toolbar to add a content warning. Following that, users will be able to categorize the warning as “nudity,” violence,” or “sensitive.” Then once you post the tweet, the image will be blurred out with an overlay explaining why the content is flagged.

Twitter says it will also continue to rely on user reports.

Source: Twitter

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Steam discounts several ‘Game Awards’ nominated titles

The annual Game Awards are officially taking place tomorrow in Los Angeles.

To commemorate the occasion, Steam has discounted several titles, including the nominees for the Game of the Year award for 2021, along with winners from preceding years.

Check the deals out below:

2021 Nominees

  1. Deathloop: $39.99 (regularly $79.99)
  2. It Takes Two: $34.09 (regularly $54.99)
  3. Psychonauts 2: $51.99 (regularly $79.99)
  4. Resident Evil Village: $68.24 (regularly $104.99)

Other 2021 nominees, including Metroid Dread and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart aren’t available on Steam.

2020 Winners

2019 Winners

2018 Winners

Steam has 2017, 2016, 2015 and 2014’s Game Award winners on sale too. Check out the full list here.

The Game Awards main event begins tomorrow at 5pm PT/8pm ET. Check MobileSyrup for guide on how you can watch The Game Awards 2021 in Canada.

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MobileSyrup’s Holiday Gift Guide for gadgets under $30 [2021 Edition]

The holiday season is here. The season of gifting and Boxing Day purchases is right around the corner. With so many great gadgets and items to choose from this year, it may seem a bit chaotic when selecting the perfect gift.

Some of the best gifts don’t have to break the bank. These affordable items can make for incredible stocking stuffers or Secret Santa gifts between co-workers, friends, and family.

For your consideration, here are some of the best gadgets under $30 you can find this holiday season.

Rotibox Bluetooth Beanie

The toque or beanie has become a winter essential for us Canadians. Sometimes, this prohibits the use of earbuds or over-the-ear headphones. This is where the Rotibox Bluetooth Beanie comes in. Keep the head and ears warm with the 100 percent soft acrylic, double knitted beanie and pair it to a mobile device.

Using Bluetooth, the beanie can play music and audio for up to 8-10 hours on a single charge through its stereo speakers. It has a built-in microphone to take calls and playback functions. It’s also washable so the wearer can be sporting a clean and reliable hat and audio device the next time they go out to weather the Canadian winters.

Buy from Amazon Canada for $29

UBeesize 8inch Tabletop Ring Light

Having the right lighting for an Instagram feed doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, getting a tabletop light with adjustable lighting can be very accessible. UBeesize offers an 8-inch ring light bundle with two supporting tri-pods. One is to secure a smartphone on and the other is designated to the ring light.

The ring light comes with a dimmable setting and the user can select from a colder white light to a warmer orange glow and somewhere in between. Through USB support, the light can be plugged into a laptop, wall plug, etc. and controlled via the included switcher.

Buy from Amazon Canada for $27

Joy-Con Charging Dock for Nintendo Switch

For anyone with multiple Joy-Con controllers for the Nintendo Switch, a charging dock is a must. It’s too much of a hassle to swap out Joy-Cons to charge them via the Switch hardware, especially when a Smash Bros. Ultimate party is going on.

The Joy-Con Charging Dock can hold up to four single Joy-Con controllers at once. Keep track of their charging status by the LED lights, which display the charge level. It’s compact and easy to set up. Plus, it connects via USB so the user will be able to move the dock and connect to an available plug or device.

Buy from Amazon Canada for $29

Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer

Cold weather calls for warm drinks. Whether it’s coffee, tea, or hot chocolate, there’s nothing worse than being distracted by work or activity and returning to a lukewarm beverage. With the Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer, users can place a mug on the warmer to keep their beverage at the desired temperature.

The Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer is compact, easy to use with a simple on/off switch. The company claims the warmer is able to heat up a beverage in two minutes, making it a snappy process.

Buy from Amazon Canada for $24

Lenovo Wi-Fi Smart Plug

For simple smart home solutions that don’t cost an arm and a leg, a smart plug is a viable option. Perhaps it’s used on Christmas lights, air purifiers, or coffee makers. A smart plug can turn non-smart household items and elevate them.

The Lenovo smart plug syncs to the user’s wi-fi and instantly enables the perks of a traditional smart outlet. Using a Google Assistant or Alexa, the user can control when the plug is operational. This way, the user can control when the lights, coffee maker, etc are active and when to turn them off. Users can also control it via the Lenovo Link app on iOS and Android.

Buy from Best Buy Canada for $9.99

Tile Mate

Keeping track of essential items like car keys, wallets, purses, and other valuables is more accessible. The Tile Mate tracker is a small, compact tracker that can be attached to all sorts of items to help if and when lost. The tracker can pinpoint an item within a 200-foot range.

Using the Tile app on iOS and Android, a user can track down their misplaced keys. If they are really hidden, the Tile can emit a loud tune to better help locate a set of lost keys from the couch cushion or in a park.

Buy from Best Buy Canada for $19

Amazon Echo Dot (3-Gen)

It’s relatively inexpensive to get a smart home voice assistant. The third-generation Amazon Echo Dot is a great entryway that provides all the base essentials you need from a smart home hub. Using Alexa, users can ask for weather and news updates, control other smart home devices, and play music.

The Amazon Echo Dot has a full speaker that can play music from Prime Music, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and TuneIn. Additionally, it can be connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth and play audio. There’s no shortage of commands that can be completed using Alexa.

Buy from Best Buy Canada for $24

JLab GO Air POP Earbuds

If you’re looking to sneak a pair of earbuds into someone’s stocking, the JLab GO Air POP earbuds could be a good option. They’re perfect for listening to music while on the go or when exercising at the gym.

The in-ear wireless headphones come featured with a compact design and three sizes of gel tips to use based on comfort. They also feature water and sweat resistance. These earbuds sport a 30-hour battery life. Users can control playback through on-ear controls and take phone calls as well.

Buy from Best Buy Canada for $24

1-Month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Subscription

It’s the holidays so there’s no better time to sit down with a great game. Whether on PC or console, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate opens up a world of possibilities thanks to Microsoft’s robust Netflix-style all-you-can-play service.

In addition to getting Xbox Live perks, Game Pass Ultimate subscribers gain access to 100+ games including Forza Horizon 5 and Halo Infinite. Additionally, the Microsoft Xbox Cloud Gaming platform is available through the subscription so subscribers can play where they want, how they want.

Buy from Best Buy Canada for $16

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