Last week, a new BBM update became available for BlackBerry, iOS and Android smartphones. With the new BBM update BBM and PayPal are integrating peer-to-peer (P2P) money transfers.
Hutchison Whampoa will become the UK's biggest mobile phone operator after agreeing a deal to buy O2.
The 10.25 billion-pound ($15.3 billion) price includes an initial sum of 9.25 billion pounds in cash, with a deferred payment of £1 billion
BlackBerry and L-SPARK today announced a second phase of their joint accelerator program, which aims to accelerate Canadian technology startups that are focused on vehicle connected services and cloud connectivity to the vehicle.
A few days ago, BlackBerry released an update to BBM for Android, which brought BBM Video Beta to users in Canada and the United States. The company have now released the equivalent upgrade for iOS users.
Apple today announced Apple Watch will be available in Italy, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland and Taiwan beginning Friday, June 26 from the Apple Online Store, Apple’s retail stores and select Apple Authorized Resellers.
Sony Partners with Wilson, Prince, and Yonex to realize real-time optimization of play and more to select tennis racket models...
The Government of Ontario, Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME), and BlackBerry have partnered to accelerate Ontario's economic recovery.
BlackBerry® (NASDAQ: BBRY)(TSX: BB) today announced that the newest BlackBerry® 10 smartphone, the BlackBerry® Q5 smartphone, will arrive in Canada...
BlackBerry and the University of Waterloo today announced plans to renew their long standing partnership to help drive Canada's innovation economy forward.
Today's BlackBerry 10 launch will be cause for celebration in Vancouver, where Research in Motion is opening a developers centre, one of only three in North America
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G is now available for purchase online at Samsung Canada, at Samsung Experience Stores, and at national retailer and carrier partners across Canada.
The BlackBerry Leap is now available in Canada. The new BlackBerry Leap will be available from Bell Mobility, Rogers Wireless, Sasktel, TELUS, WIND Mobile, ShopBlackBerry, and select Tbooth wireless and WIRELESSWAVE locations starting on May 7th, 2015, for as low as $0.00 on contract or $349 CAD unlocked.
BlackBerry today announced that it intends to divest the majority of its real estate holdings in Canada.
Samsung today announced the introduction of the new GALAXY Tab A in Canada. Designed to meet the changing demands of the today's family, the GALAXY Tab A keeps everyone connected to what matters most to them.
BlackBerry and PayPal have teamed up to enable sending and receiving money using BBM. Just connect your PayPal account to your BBM. Once your BBM contacts do the same, you can start sending and receiving money – it’s that simple.
BlackBerry Chief Operating Officer Marty Beard has reportedly resigned from the company, in order to deal with a family health issue, a person familiar with the plans told Reuters on Friday.
Huawei Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou returned to China Saturday shortly after two Canadians released from prison in China arrived in Calgary, ending a diplomatic row that has dragged on for three years.
Back in December of last year, Titanium Transportation announced that it was to integrate BlackBerry Radar into its entire fleet of trailers to boost efficiencies, increase revenue per trailer and improve profitability.
One of Canada’s leading internet advocates has submitted comments into the government’s consultation on the role of online intermediaries in combatting copyright infringement. In its submission, the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) outlined a set of principles that would help policy-makers design a framework to ensure that internet service provider-level (ISP) website blocking would only be used as a measure of absolute last resort.
A senior judge with the British Columbia Supreme Court in Canada has denied a media request to broadcast the extradition hearing of a Huawei executive wanted in the United States on fraud charges.
BlackBerry announced on Wednesday that it had acquired U.K.-based cyber security consultancy Encription to kick off their new Professional Cybersecurity Services practice.
Apple and Hermès today introduced Apple Watch Hermès, a new collection of Apple Watch in stainless steel with finely crafted leather bands in distinctive styles from Hermès.
BlackBerry will open an autonomous driving research center on Monday. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will attend the launch, the prime minister’s office said on Sunday.
A BlackBerry Canadian Class Action will now proceed to trial as a securities class action involving claims for damages for misrepresentation in BlackBerry's disclosure documents.
Google has supported free phone calls to the U.S. and Canada via Hangouts for quite a while and now it’s adding free minute calls for 25 other countries.
Microsoft Canada recognizes entrepreneur for excellence in innovation, science and technology at Canada-Wide Science Fair Microsoft Canada was proud to...
BlackBerry have announced DTSec, a medical device cybersecurity standard created and managed by an international, non-profit consortium, led by the BlackBerry CHACE team.
Shares in BlackBerry dropped on Monday after being removed from Canada's bluechip stock index. Shares of BlackBerry were 6% lower at C$6.7 in morning trade.
TCL has announced that the BlackBerry KEY² will be available to pre-order in Canada from tomorrow (June 21), with devices available from July 6. The BlackBerry KEY2 in Silver will be available carrier unlocked at Amazon.ca, BestBuy.ca, Walmart.ca, Staples.ca, Blueshop.ca and Visions.ca in July starting at $829.99 CAD outright.
Canadian carrier, Rogers Communications, has extended its popular ROAM LIKE HOMETM offer to over 35 countries in Europe.
BlackBerry has announced six more cities and dates for the BlackBerry Experience Event. Five reasons to attend BlackBerry Experience: Discover...
Jeff Deline, vice president of global partnerships at Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd., says he is banking on BBM...
Customize your Framily Plan with the all-new $15 International Connect: Call & Text Plan from Sprint
International Long Distance Add-On allows customers to call 65 destinations, including Canada and Mexico, with unlimited Framily voice plan minutes...
Samsung's 5G RAN solutions have received a Common Criteria (CC) certification against the Network Device collaborative Protection Profile (NDcPP), an internationally recognized IT security standards.
BlackBerry will be reporting results for the first quarter of fiscal 2016 on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2015. Just after it, the company will hold its Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders at 10am ET in Waterloo, Ontario.
Casa Systems has signed an exclusive agreement with Bell Canada to provide new 5G Sub-6 High-Gain Outdoor consumer premise equipment (CPE) for Bell’s Wireless Home Internet service.
BlackBerry has announced the redemption of existing Convertible Debentures and the issuance of new Convertible Debentures.
Apple and Metrolinx today launched an easy, secure, and private way to tap to ride transit in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) using Apple Wallet on iPhone and Apple Watch.
TCL unveiled the BlackBerry KEYone yesterday and like most BlackBerry smartphones, carrier information was lacking. While the device will be able to buy unlocked, there was very little information about carrier support.
Sony announced the availability of its latest smartphone lineup today. The Xperia X Series is available starting June 23 at multiple carriers including Bell, Rogers, Virgin Mobile Canada, WIND Mobile, and Videotron.
Sony and Bell today announced the exclusive launch of the Sony Xperia Z5 smartphone on Canada's largest 4G LTE network.
The new LG G6 smartphone will be arriving in Canada on April 7, 2017. The newest smartphone features a bold new display format with a cinematic viewing experience, exceptional screen to body ratio, wide angle camera and more.
BlackBerry have also introduced a new PayPal financing offer to help make purchases and payments easier on customers’ wallets.
Last Thursday we reported how Optiemus are holding an event to launch the Black Edition of the BlackBerry KEYone in India. This is the enhanced version of the BlackBerry KEYone with 4 GB RAM, 64 GB ROM and a new all-black colour.
The LG G5 will be available in Canada April 8, 2016. Since its global unveiling at Mobile World Congress in February it has been widely praised and awarded for its Slide out Battery and Modular Type design.
Microsoft has released a new app 'Send' through the Microsoft Garage that is built specifically for those brief, snappy communications.
BlackBerry Mobile has announced that the Black Edition of the BlackBerry KEYone will be coming to Canada later this month. This latest BlackBerry iteration from TCL will be available carrier unlocked via Ingram Micro dealer partners.
BMO Financial Group and MasterCard today marked the beginning of a phased launch of the first biometric corporate credit card program in Canada and the U.S.
Administrators plan to provide all students at 26 campuses with Surface 2 tablets. CDI College, one of Canada’s leading career training...
As we reported early this morning, John Chen, Executive Chairman and CEO of BlackBerry was joined by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today to unveil the BlackBerry QNX Autonomous Vehicle Innovation Centre (AVIC).
Shared Services Canada (SSC) has selected BlackBerry for their secure productivity and secure communications needs. The Government of Canada also relies on BlackBerry for critical event management. and is recognised by the Government as a benchmark for trusted technology,
BlackBerry today introduced a limited edition cobalt blue colored BlackBerry Classic smartphone, adding to the growing list of color options, from traditional black, to classy white and now classic cobalt blue.
The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has approved a Notice of Certification of Class Proceeding ("the "Notice") for a class proceeding against BlackBerry
The SEC and Ontario Securities Commission are in the early stages of investigating a Reuters report that Samsung had offered around $7.5 billion to acquire BlackBerry.
BlackBerry and D2L are teaming up to support STEM education for K-12 students in North America, with BlackBerry naming D2L its Sustainability Partner.
Samsung Canada launched the newly redesigned flagship devices, the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ and the Samsung Galaxy Note5.
Under a proposed settlement to a class-action lawsuit, Apple has agreed to pay out up to $14.4 million to Canadians who owned an iPhone 6 or iPhone 7,
HMD Global has announced collaborations with three leading wireless providers in North America – Cricket Wireless and Verizon in the United States and Rogers in Canada.
HMD Global is also expanding its selection of Nokia smartphones on Android with the launch of two wireless provider-specific devices coming to the United States this month and another coming to Rogers subsidiary brand, chatr, in Canada very soon.
New C-suite survey suggests Canadian business execs are unaware of what the cloud means and how it can benefit their enterprises.
Anybody who is responsible for purchasing BlackBerry devices in volume will be aware just how challenging it can be. Putting it bluntly, compared to other companies it is a nightmare, one that BlackBerry repeatedly acknowledge.
Shaw Communications has announced that it has agreed to acquire a 100% interest in Mid-Bowline Group Corp. and its wholly-owned subsidiary, WIND Mobile.
Healthcare institutions in the UK and Canada can now offer iPhone Health Records to their patients, enabling users to securely view and store their medical records within the Health app on iPhone.
Samsung has been appointed as the sole vendor to supply SaskTel with its 4G/5G Radio Access Network (RAN) and Core. Samsung will supply all hardware, software and associated expertise to ensure the successful deployment of an end-to-end 5G solution.
Huawei Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou was dealt a setback by a Canadian court on Wednesday as she tries to avoid extradition to the United States to face bank fraud charges, dashing hopes of an end to her 18-month house arrest in Vancouver.
Science and technology collided at Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF) national championships over the last weekend, where students from across Canada competed in creating...
Further to announcements made earlier this week, Samsung Canada confirmed beginning today it is offering Galaxy Note7 owners who bring their device to their original Samsung or authorized reseller point of purchase.
Ofcom has taken a further step towards releasing valuable new spectrum that could be used to meet the growing demand for mobile broadband services.
BlackBerry and IBM are partnering to bring BlackBerry's BlackBerry Spark platform to organizations across Canada. IBM will resell BlackBerry's endpoint management, endpoint security and critical event management software, to enterprises and governments nationwide.
BlackBerry are having another on of their clearance sales and have dropped the prices for all three colour variations of the BlackBerry Passport.
BlackBerry is adding its support to an effort to help small Canadian technology companies connect with global automakers and other players in autonomous transportation.
A Canadian man is facing up to a year in jail and a fine of up to 25,000 Canadian dollars for refusing to unlock his cell and thus “obstructing†an in-depth security screening by the border service officials at the Halifax airport.
Credit rating company Equifax has revealed today that its databases had been hacked. In a statement, the company confessed that hackers managed to get access to some of its internal data in mid-May.
Shareholder advisory company Glass Lewis has urged BlackBerry investors to vote against Prem Watsa as lead director, arguing that he should be held accountable for an executive compensation plan that isn’t in shareholders’ interests. Glass Lewis recommended investors withhold support for Prem Watsa who chairs BlackBerry’s compensation committee.
While several countries in Europe have already released contact tracing apps using Apple-Google technology, Canada has announced that it has developed a new national contract tracing app that will also use the Apple-Google Exposure Notification API.
The Region of Niagara has selected BlackBerry AtHoc as its critical event management platform. BlackBerry AtHoc will be deployed by Niagara’s 13 municipalitie
SaaS accelerator program L-Spark is launching a new Secure IoT Accelerator program, working with Telus, BlackBerry and Solace. The program will work with Canadian ventures developing Internet of Things (IoT) products and services.
Apple today launched Tap to Pay on iPhone in Canada, empowering millions of merchants, from small businesses to large retailers, to use their iPhone to seamlessly and securely accept Apple Pay, contactless credit and debit cards, and other digital wallets using only their iPhone and a partner-enabled iOS app.
Girl Guides of Canada (GGC) is teaming up with BlackBerry, with the launch of a cybersecurity skills-based programming, Digital Defenders, for GGC's 70,000 members. The program will include all levels: Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders, and Rangers.
The Canadian government is adding $40 million in federal money to a $310.5-million pledge from BlackBerry aimed at supporting the development of self-driving car technologies in Kanata.
BlackBerry has confirmed it is laying off 200 employees, in Waterloo, Ont. and at a manufacturing facility in Sunrise, Fla.
BlackBerry has stated that a securities analyst's report about its latest phone, the BlackBerry Z10, is not only wrong, it's so wrong that it should be investigated by securities regulators.
Apple announced today, that it sold a record number of Apple iPhone 6 and Apple iPhone 6 Plus units over...
Mobile Innovations Founder and President Gary Bauer has announced his company’s upcoming release of this Canadian enterprise app maker’s third generation of Mobile Police Assist (MPA) mobile law enforcement apps.
BlackBerry and TELUS are to provide secure emergency management and crisis communications to organisations across Canada. The expansion of a long-standing relationship, TELUS will resell BlackBerry AtHoc, BlackBerry's critical event management and communications solution, with TELUS' world-class connectivity.
On November 10, 2014, the Toronto Police Service became the next law enforcement agency to collaborate with the Missing Children Society of Canada on a new and innovative Search Program, dubbed 'Milk Carton 2.0.
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission has signed a memorandum of understanding with the UK's Information Commissioner's Office to combat commercial electronic messages and unwanted telemarketing calls.
The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) is providing an important update to crypto trading platforms that continue to operate in Canada while they take steps to comply with applicable securities legislation.
BlackBerry announced today that the eight nominees listed in the Company's management information circular dated May 5, 2017 for the Company's annual and special meeting of shareholders held on June 21, 2017, were elected..
Event brings US award-winning author Miki Agrawal to Ottawa to discuss entrepreneurship as a solution to youth unemployment Microsoft Canada...
Paperlit has announced that it has completed the purchase of Stonewash Limited, a privately-owned digital publishing service based in London for an undisclosed amount.
TCL announced Tuesday that the BlackBerry Motion will be available in Canada from November 10 online at Koodo and in select Bell, TELUS and SaskTel stores starting at $99 CAD on a two-year term.
Canadians can get their hands on the LG G4 smartphone beginning June 19th. Since its global introduction, the LG G4 has been widely praised for its exceptional camera, vivid and expansive display.
BlackBerry and the University of Waterloo are to launch a new, five-year, “multi-million dollar” innovation program designed to drive research-powered innovation in Canada. The two organizations will work together in a unique program designed to fast-track the development of research and technology into market-ready products.
Starbucks today announced the U.S. availability of Mobile Order & Pay on iOS and Android devices.
Commitment includes investment to build infrastructure, increase urban & rural Internet connectivity and capacity, and bring the world’s fastest wireless...
BlackBerry and the University of Waterloo’s Water Institute, one of the world’s top water research institutes, have launched a first-of-its-kind innovation research challenge for professors and students.
To go hand in hand with the First Quarter Fiscal 2015 results on June 19th, BlackBerry will also will hold its Annual...
BlackBerry and L-SPARK held a Virtual Demo Day to showcase the success of the five companies to take part in the second phase of the company’s joint start-up incubator program. The Blackberry/L-Spark Accelerator Virtual Demo Day was created to support building an ecosystem around the Blackberry QNX platform, particularly the automotive markets where this software is deployed.
Ontario is kicking off it's new pilot program to allow for the testing of automated vehicles on Ontario roads.
The LG G5, LG's first modular smartphone, is set to be transformed by G5 Friends companion devices, available on April 8, 2016.
The University of Windsor and BlackBerry have partnered to develop and deliver a cybersecurity curriculum for the University's Graduate Master's Program in Applied Computing.
BlackBerry and L-SPARK have announced the four winning companies that will make up the third cohort of their joint accelerator program, which aims to grow Canadian technology companies that are focused on connected vehicle technologies.
Canada is indicating it might not compensate major telecom providers if the federal government bans Huawei equipment from 5G networks, setting up a potential fight over a bill that could hit C$1bn. Canada, under pressure from the United States to ban Huawei gear on security grounds, is studying whether to allow the firm into the country’s next-generation 5G networks.
As we reported back in July , TCL has today announced that the Black Edition of the BlackBerry KEYone will be coming to Europe, North America, Middle East and Asia. This is the KEYone with 4 GB RAM, 64 GB ROM and all-black colour.
BlackBerry CEO John seems to be everywhere these days. Tomorrow, (September 17) he will be speaking at a "Fireside Chat" at the Waterloo Innovation Summit, which is currently taking place in Canada.
Samsung Canada today announced the availability of an innovative twist to its iconic GALAXY Note series, the GALAXY Note Edge.
An Ontario judge has cleared the way for a class action on behalf of about 300 former BlackBerry employees who are seeking severance or termination pay from the technology company.
We have a discount code available for select BlackBerry 10 devices for those who want to purchase it sim-free from BlackBerry.
L-Spark has opened applications for a new MedTech accelerator program in partnership with Telus, BlackBerry, Solace, and the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA).
BlackBerry today announced that it has received acceptance from the Toronto Stock Exchange (the "TSX") with respect to a normal course issuer bid.
The head of one of Canada’s top pension funds confirmed on Thursday his firm was involved in talks over a...
Over the next two years, J.Gold Associates expect the average enterprise user to employ three to five personal devices and...
BlackBerry and Max-Atlas have announced a three-year co-operative agreement, which will make BlackBerry Radar asset tracking and monitoring technologies available for installation during manufacture of Max-Atlas' range of products.
BlackBerry shareholders have voted to keep Fairfax Financial's Prem Watsa as the company's lead director at its annual meeting. That vote was against the advice from both proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis and investor Dorsey Gardner, who opposed the move.
Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou marked the first anniversary of her arrest in Canada by penning an open letter to her supporters, thanking them for their “warmth” and “kindness.”
On Saturday, we reported how Canadian Liberal MPP for Etibicoke-North, Shafiq Qaadri has asked legislature to allow members of parliament and staff to use a variety of smartphones instead of remaining trapped in its “BlackBerry-only policy and called the assembly’s current policy “handicapping, retarding and penalizing MPPsâ€Â
BlackBerry has received a potential takeover offer from Veritas Capital, a private equity firm, who have expressed an interest in acquiring the entire company.
BlackBerry announced today that it received approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") to amend its current normal course issuer bid ("NCIB") in order to increase the maximum number of common shares that may be repurchased.
We are receiving numerous reports that Android 4.4 KitKat is rolling out on several Canadian carriers for the Samsung Galaxy...
