Windows RT 8.1

Microsoft Windows RT 8.1 upgrade available again along with fix

2013/10/22By Jerome Skalnik

Microsoft Windows

Just a couple of days after releasing its Windows RT 8.1 upgrade for ARM-based devices, Microsoft pulled it following reports that it was resulting in bricked tablets. There is good news today as the update is once again available along with a fix for customers affected with bricked tablets. Microsoft also issued the following update statement: The update to Windows […]

Microsoft pulls Windows RT 8.1 update from Windows Store

2013/10/19By Jerome Skalnik

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft today pulled its Windows RT 8.1 update from the Windows Store over installation issues reported by some users. First released two days ago, Microsoft provided little information about the specific issue that has led to this decision. It only provided the following statement: Windows RT 8.1 update Removed Microsoft is investigating a situation affecting a limited number of users […]

Preview of Windows 8.1 tablets lists 10.1-inch Nokia Sirius and others

2013/09/14By Jerome Skalnik

Rumoured Nokia Sirius tablet

WinSuperSite’s Paul Thurrott this week put together a list of the Windows tablets that should be announced in the coming weeks. It’s an impressive lineup that covers a range of sizes and configurations. Despite the failure of the current generation, there are even a couple of Windows RT 8.1 on ARM tablets, including the 10.1-inch Nokia Sirius tablet. Details about […]

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 […]