Kobo Vox eReader

Kobo introduces Kobo Vox eReader tablet

2011/10/19By Jerome Skalnik

First spotted a few weeks ago, Kobo today formally announced the Kobo Vox eReader, its first Android tablet device. The Kobo Vox, named from the Latin “Vox Populi” meaning the voice of the people, enables readers to start conversations with other readers and discover new books and authors through their social network. With a vivid color display, Kobo takes the […]

Kobo to launch Vox tablet on October 17th?

2011/09/29By Jerome Skalnik

We first caught wind of the Kobo Vox tablet through an FCC filing only days ago. Little was revealed but there were a few hints that Kobo was getting ready to launch its first tablet device. A prematurely launched product page on the Future Shop website today essentially confirmed this before being pulled down again. Fortunately, it was available long […]

Vox eReader to be first Kobo tablet?

2011/09/24By Jerome Skalnik

Is Kobo, the company behind the Kobo eReaders, planning to launch a tablet device of its own? An FCC filing for a device known as the Kobo Vox eReader suggests that this may be the case. Little is known about the device but a few details can be found in the available documents. Unlike the current Kobo eReader Touch Edition […]

Rogers files court injunction to block GLENTEL sale to Bell

BCE’s plan to acquire GLENTEL, a Canadian mobile products distributor, has hit a speed bump. Rogers Communications this week filed an injunction with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice to block the CA$670 million deal. It claims that its agreement with GLENTEL requires that the distributor obtain approval from Rogers before it can proceed with the acquisition. GLENTEL today responded and […]

TAG Heuer Carrera - Heuer 01

Tag Heuer Carrera Wearable 01 to be unveiled on November 9th

Tag Heuer announced at Baselworld 2015 that it would partner with Google and Intel for its first smartwatch. Company CEO Jean-Claude Biver yesterday told CNBC that the Tag Heuer Carrera Wearable 01 (based on the TAG Heuer Carrera – Heuer 01 pictured above) will be formally unveiled on November 9th in New York. The success of the Apple Watch is already having an effect […]

A closer look at the Rogers Vicinity rewards program

Introduction Have a look in your purse or wallet right now. Chances are that you have more than one loyalty card in there. You probably also have a few punch cards tracking your purchases as you work your way towards a discount or that free coffee or sandwich at your favourite local shop. For example, my own wallet holds five […]

"Value tier" Moto 360 concept

Concept Sunday: Cancelled “value-tier” Moto 360 concept

Motorola this week unveiled its new Moto 360 Collection. Last year’s smartwatch has grown into a line consisting of three different models. Along with a new 46mm model, there is now a smaller 42mm model and a more rugged model, the Moto 360 Sport, geared at more active users. Under different circumstances, there might also have been a cheaper model geared […]

Discommon Goods Watch Wallet

Discommon Goods Watch Wallet for your travels

It can sometimes be difficult to keep track of all of your important but small items when travelling. As if keeping track of essentials like your passport and credit cards was not enough, add a couple of watches (you’ve got to have the right watch for every occasion after all) and you may be wondering how best to carry everything in a convenient […]