Canadians Bring Sun Screen to Top Tech Competition
Innovative Canadian technologists and nano-engineers are concerned about our skin, and the damage that too much sun or too little sun screen, can cause.
by Lee Rickwood
Category: Featured
Review: Samsung Galaxy S5 Active is tough, but is it necessary?
By Ted Kritsonis
Samsung isn’t shy about trying to offer something for everyone, and that mantra is exemplified in the Galaxy S5 Active, a ruggedized version of the more popular regular iteration of the phone. While it is tough and durable, its niche qualities might seem unnecessary when considering the few differences between them otherwise.
30-day cancellation ban may lead to price hikes
By Ted Kritsonis
Starting January 23, 2015, Canadian consumers will no longer have to provide a 30-day notice to cancel wireless, cable or Internet service with their provider. This is certainly good news, but does it also provide an impetus for those providers to raise prices?
Women-Led Companies Confident & Thriving, But Need Access to Capital
Companies led by women are highly confident in the economy, and the positions of their businesses, according to a new study by non-profit, peer advisory group, the Women’s Presidents’ Organization (WPO). And for good reason – the results show that they’re performing well, even outpacing the U.S. national average.
Canadians Immersed in AR, VR and 3D Technologies
We all supplement or augment our view of the physical, real-world environment – through our senses, our upbringing, our education, lifestyle or social status. Sometimes we use technology, too.
by Lee Rickwood
Starwood Hotels enables smartphones to act as room keys
By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla The Starwood Hotel chain is betting on technology to revolutionize access control in its hotels and resorts. We may soon just need our phones to check-in to our rooms.
KIN Canada YouTube Channel Sheds Spotlight on Talented Women
By Christine Persaud
KIN Community was founded in 2007 as a digital media company that hosts lifestyle content from and for talented women. And now, through a round of Series C funding from Corus Entertainment Inc., there’s a new Canadian arm called KIN Canada.
The partnership will see the multichannel network expand for a Canadian audience, with advertising opportunities north of the border, as well as the development of new talent and content targeted at women. Already, KIN Community enjoys 200 million views from over 25 million unique visitors per month.
High Speed Internet Deal Sparkles on Toronto’s Waterfront
Increasing speeds and costs controls are key parts of a new broadband service being offered by a Canadian Internet Service Provider.
by Lee Rickwood