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Comparing the 2-year plans from the Big 3 carriers

By Ted Kritsonis

Now that two-year contracts have essentially become the norm before the new wireless code of conduct goes into effect in December, the incumbent carriers have released their latest voice and data plans. Are they cheaper than they were under the old three-year terms, or still more expensive than they should be?

Technology Waiting as Canadian Students Go Back to School

Tablets, e-boards and HD connectivity can make a real difference in the learning experience, say Canadian users of in-class technology, helping to bring students closer to the instructor and the content.

by Lee Rickwood

Canadian Panel Looking at Wi-Fi Health Concerns Hit by Controversy

A second member of the panel chosen by the Royal Society of Canada to look at human exposure to radiation and required safety levels around wireless devices, cell phones and cell towers has ties to the industry and should resign, says a citizen’s advocacy group based in Canada.

by Lee Rickwood

Medical apps for various conditions on the rise, but require careful selection

By Ted Kritsonis

The increased popularity of mobile apps for smartphones and tablets usually gets the most attention for the entertainment they provide, but there are plenty that are designed to be informative, and health is one of those categories that fits the bill. There is no shortage of fitness and nutrition apps, but there are also others meant for more serious health conditions and illnesses.