Tablet, Laptop, Smartphone Inspections at U.S. Canada Border
by Lee Rickwood
Border officers have widespread powers to stop and search people, and examine their baggage and other possessions including devices such as laptops and smartphones.
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Reviewing the Sony Xperia XA1 and Xperia XA1 Ultra
By Ted Kritsonis
Flying under the radar is Sony’s penchant these days, as it continues to try gaining traction with smartphone users, this time with the mid-range Xperia XA1 and Xperia XA1 Ultra.
Back to school guide for laptops
For 2017, we’re seeing even slimmer models with improved battery life and innovations in terms of keyboard design. Newer laptops are cutting down on ports, some are jumping into the USB Type-3 bandwagon while reducing the extra USB, HDMI, modem and video-out ports.
Reviewing the Sphero Ultimate Lightning McQueen and Spider-Man toys
By Ted Kritsonis
App-based toys are interesting when witnessing kids interact with them. Add popular characters to the mix, and the interaction could become all the more invested, which is really what Sphero’s Ultimate Lightning McQueen and Spider-Man toys are about.
Overdue Books, Late Fees and Online Privacy Threats at Your Local Library
by Lee Rickwood
The fact your local library – that old repository of the printed word on paper – is at the forefront of protecting your digital rights may surprise you.
What’s next in iOS 11 and Android O?
New iPhones and Google Pixel devices are expected in the coming months and with them improved software functionality. Here are some of the expected updates in iOS 11 and the Android O
Data Privacy, NAFTA Negotiations, and the Canadian Cloud
by Lee Rickwood
These days, both individual and institutional data needs to be available anywhere, anytime, and it needs to be safely and securely protected from any number of inappropriate or illegal actors.
Comparing the latest data roaming options for travelling Canadians
While telcos and service providers have offered new options and plans, it isn’t as affordable, or as transparent as it needs to be (i.e. in the EU, you can travel across borders, use your home service without penalties).