Google beefs up privacy measures — but some experts aren’t impressed
Some critics say Google’s privacy updates sidestep more substantial changes that could threaten its ad-driven business model. Continue reading
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Operation Red Nose putting out call for smartphones after Bell MTS pulls sponsorship
By Kevin Hirschfield Anchor/Reporter
Operation Red Nose is looking for smartphones to help run their service this holiday season after they say Bell MTS pulled their sponsorship. Continue reading
University of Toronto researchers launch new app to gather transit data
The idea is to capture, in granular detail, transit users behaviour. Continue reading
BUSINESS REPORT – the new buzzword in the tech world is Oreo, and no, it’s not the cookie
By Ria Renouf Assignment Editor/News Anchor
Google is promising Android users a “sweeter” experience with the launch of its new operating system. Continue reading
Vancouver company and Telus looking to decrease incidences of distracted driving with eBrake app
In an effort to thwart drivers from texting, emailing or holding onto an electronic device, Telus has launched a pilot project with Vancouver-based distracted driving app eBrake. Continue reading
Android love dolls: Experts warn of growing ‘sextech’ market
A new report says that rapidly advancing technologies have already led to the creation of “android love dolls” capable of performing 50 automated sexual positions. Continue reading
‘Beware of all things smart,’ privacy guru warns in wake of WikiLeaks disclosure
In the wake claim that powerful spy tools have left the CIA’s control, we should avoid ‘smart’ devices where possible, a privacy expert argues. Continue reading
Free app helps families improve kids’ literacy with fun activity ideas
Using Flit doesn’t mean children are glued to tablets and smartphones. In fact, it means exactly the opposite. The app offers ideas for hands-on activities families can do together that incorporate literacy and numeracy. Continue reading
Social bartering app Bunz coming to Montreal
Bunz, a social bartering app that allows users to trade their belongings, is coming to Montreal. Continue reading
Saskatoon Pokemon Go users visit landmarks, collect monsters in real life
By Ryan Kessler Reporter
Pokemon Go uses augmented reality technology to give users the experience of catching monsters in the real environment surrounding them. Continue reading