Fido today announced that it will launch its LTE service this summer in a number of Canadian cities. “We are thrilled to offer the benefits of LTE network technology to Fido customers this year,” said Steven Sarfin, senior director of marketing, Fido Solutions. “Our focus at Fido has always been on providing the best value to our customers. With data […]
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Rumour: Fido offering 6GB data plan to retain existing customers
Responding to competitors offering 6GB data plan promotions (Rogers, Bell and Virgin Mobile, TELUS), Fido has apparently put together its own 6GB data plan offer. Unlike other promotions though, this one will only be offered to existing customers through Fido’s Retention program. According to details obtained by MobileSyrup, the $60 6GB Competitive Match Plan is “NOT available in store” or […]
HTC Desire C now available from SaskTel and Virgin Mobile Canada
It’s turning out to be quite the day for new devices hitting Canadian carriers. The HTC One X and Nokia Lumia 610 landed at TELUS and now the HTC Desire C is available from both SaskTel and Virgin Mobile Canada. It is an entry-level Android 4.0 smartphone aimed at those getting their “first smartphone or for those upgrading from an […]
Fido launches Sony Xperia U
Sony Mobile Communications today announced that the Sony Xperia U is now available in Canada through Fido. The Xperia U is a smartphone designed to reflect a consumer’s unique personality. At the base of the Xperia U is a transparent element that illuminates depending on the colour theme you have chosen. By clicking on the gallery application the transparent element […]
HTC One S now available in Canada
A number of Canadian carriers today launched the HTC One S. HTC One S specifications: Processor: 1.5GHz dual-core Operating system: Google Android 4.0 with HTC Sense 4 Cellular connectivity: Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE and tri-band HSPA Other connectivity: 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, DLNA Display: 4.3-inch qHD (540×960) Input: Capacitive touchscreen Memory: 1GB RAM Storage: 16Gb onboard Rear-facing camera: 8MP with LED […]
Rumour: Fido to launch LTE network
It appears that Rogers’s flanker brand Fido could soon launch its LTE network. A leaked screenshot of a customer activation/upgrade tool shows the option of “LTE Voice and Data Sharing Bundles.” If and when Fido does launch LTE, it is likely it will use Rogers’ own LTE network and offer the same coverage and speeds (on average between 12Mbps and […]
HTC One smartphones coming to Canada
A press release has confirmed that HTC’s new HTC One smartphones are all coming to Canada. Bell Mobility, Fido, Rogers Wireless, TELUS Mobility, and Virgin Mobile Canada are all listed among the worldwide carriers that will offer HTC’s latest devices. HTC’s website also provides some details as to which carrier will offer which HTC One model: HTC One X: Rogers […]
Rogers, Fido, SaskTel drop Galaxy Nexus price to match TELUS
Rogers, Fido and SaskTel have all dropped their three-year contract price on the Galaxy Nexus to CA$99.99 to match the price offered by TELUS. All four carriers just launched the Galaxy Nexus last week. Bell and Virgin Mobile Canada, which launched the Galaxy Nexus in December, have yet to match the price reduction and still offer the Galaxy Nexus for […]