At a mere 28.8 x 17.1 x 3.0 inches, the TCL 32” Roku Smart LED TV (32S327-CA) fits and goes almost anywhere. It’s so slim and light (under 10 pounds) it can literally be carried under your arm or popped it into the trunk of your car. The TCL 32” Roku Smart LED TV is…
Marc Bellini of Nokia talks about the next generation of wireless, its application diversity and the new possibilities it holds for Canadians and their businesses
Marc Bellini is CTO of the Canada Market team for Nokia. Where is the Canadian wireless infrastructure capacity at and what are the consequences of that? Bellini: Nokia Canada is a global leader in wireless infrastructure, and it’s set up to retain that position as the country transitions to 5G. Yet it’s not only the…
We are always on the hunt for lightweight, handy gear and gadgets to make our travels a breeze. This summer on a backcountry canoeing/camping trip to British Columbia’s beautiful Slocan Lake, we tested out a few new items to see if they’ll be worth packing next time. Cosmic Solar Charger – Yes, you’re supposed to…
Square Reader is changing the way small businesses process transactions, putting budding entrepreneurs on a more even playing field with big business
The Square Reader is well used at cafes, markets and events like art walks. And now it’s expanding its reach with new payment solutions. Perhaps you want to start a little enterprise or maybe just get rid of some unused household items. But few people use cheques or carry cash. Square lets you give these…
Cindy Luffer of iPhix talks about establishing an innovative business and the challenges faced when the economy sours
Cindy Luffer is president of iPhix inc. What is iPhix and what does it do? Luffer: iPhix is a company that consists of retail stores that can repair your device in an hour. We carry the highest quality parts and a great warranty. We don’t just repair cellphones and tablets, we repair computers, headphones, Bluetooth…
Tim McGuire of Mobile Klinik is building a national service network to meet the needs of all smartphone users
Tim McGuire is chief executive officer of Mobile Klinik. What is Mobile Klinik and what does it do? McGuire: Mobile Klinik is Canada’s largest and fastest-growing retail network of while-you-wait smartphone and tablet repair, care, sales and services stores. As Canada’s only national Samsung and LG-authorizd in- and out-of-warranty repair retailer, Mobile Klinik offers no-appointment-needed,…
You might think point-and-shoot cameras are going the way of the fax machine and dodo bird, but don’t write them off just yet. Smartphones have become the default for shooting photos and videos. Phones give even some of the latest digital SLR cameras a run for their money in terms of photo quality. And they’re…
It ranks so high on the usefulness scale and is so simplistic, it’s a wonder it wasn’t invented sooner
Silk’s Cable Wrangler is a nifty gadget designed to magnetically keep cables in place on your desk or night table. It ranks so high on the usefulness scale and is so simplistic, it’s a wonder it wasn’t invented sooner. It looks somewhat like a pincushion with a solid rubberized base covered with a funky fabric.…
With advanced smart technology, it cleverly cleans and empties even while you’re away
The last thing most people want to do is vacuum. So the new Wi-Fi-connected iRobot Roomba i7+ vacuum makes perfect sense. Until now, the technology hasn’t been up for the job. But this might be the robot vacuum you’ve been waiting for. The iRobot designers reimagined the Roomba using the latest technology. It adapts to…
Budget-friendly picks for the outdoors enthusiast, music lover, Apple Watch user and preschooler
Selecting a holiday gift from the latest gadgets and tech-infused offerings can be daunting and time-consuming. So here are a few budget-friendly picks for the outdoors enthusiast, music lover, Apple Watch users and preschoolers. Safe drinking water anywhere A gift for the outdoors type or anyone who likes to be prepared in case of emergency…