The TELUS launch of the HTC One V is one step closer with its webpage now live. Unlike Bell’s grey version, it will be black. Enjoy a versatile multi-media phone with an amazing no-shutter-lag camera for capturing special moments and instantly sharing them. No specific dates have been provided but it will be “available later this month.” Pricing was not […]
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Latest Nokia Lumia 800 software update improves battery life
Nokia today announced a new software update for its Lumia 800. Firmware version 1600.2487.8107.12070 focuses on “significant improvements in battery performance and power management.” Also included are enhancements to the bass in the audio and improvements to the soft keys illumination. One anticipated feature not included is Wi-Fi tethering will be available. That will need to wait for a future […]
TELUS announces new handset trade-in program
TELUS Mobility today unveiled a new trade-in program that will allow its customers to receive in-store credit for old devices. This credit can then be applied towards a new device. The program will allow customers to trade in up to three phones, mobile Internet keys or mobile Wi-Fi devices for a maximum combined value of CA$200. The credit can then […]
Canadian carriers respond to Industry Canada telecom announcement
After yesterday’s announcement by Industry Canada that foreign ownership rules for the telecom sector would be loosened up ahead of the 2013 700MHz spectrum auction, Canada’s carriers expressed their opinions. As expected, responses vary quite a bit. MTS Allstream:“This is a positive development for MTS Allstream and for Canadians and Canadian businesses,” said Pierre Blouin, Chief Executive Officer, MTS Allstream. […]
TELUS announces British Columbia LTE expansion plans
TELUS this week announced that it will spend CA$3 billion over the next three years in British Columbia to expand both its wireless and wireline broadband networks across the province as well as build the TELUS Garden, an office and residential development in Vancouver. “The economic backbone of our province relies on investment and innovation. TELUS’ $3 billion investment over […]
Nokia Lumia 800 now available at TELUS Mobility
Right on schedule, TELUS today launched the Windows Phone-powered Nokia Lumia 800. Nokia Lumia 800 specifications: Processor: 1.4GHz single-core Qualcomm MSM8255 Operating system: Microsoft Windows Phone 7.5 Cellular connectivity: GSM/GPRS/EDGE and HSPA Other connectivity: GPS/A-GPS, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Display: 3.7 inch AMOLED ClearBlack WVGA (480 x 800) curved glass Input: Capacitive touchscreen Memory: 512MB RAM Storage: 16GB internal Rear-facing […]
TELUS pricing for Nokia Lumia 800 revealed?
The TELUS Mobility pricing for the Nokia Lumia 800 has been revealed ahead of its March 2nd launch date. A screenshot obtained by MobileSyrup shows the following pricing: Three-year contract: CA$49.99 Two-year contract: CA$429.99 One-year contract: CA$479.99 No contract: CA$529.99 TELUS will offer the Nokia Lumia 800 in three colours: Black, Cyan or Magenta Read more: MobileSyrup
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 […]