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- Samsung’s Record Profit Is a Warning for PC Buyers
Matthew Leo · October 9, 2026 · Business & PolicySamsung’s third-quarter guidance points to a 783 per cent operating-profit jump. The same memory shortage enriching chipmakers is raising costs for Canadian buy…
- A Dutch Retailer Pulled Meta's Smart Glasses Over Privacy
Matthew Leo · October 4, 2026 · GadgetsHans Anders paused Meta smart-glasses sales in the Netherlands and Belgium. The dispute raises practical questions for Canadian buyers and bystanders.
- The 2GB Raspberry Pi 5 Now Costs US$77.50
Matthew Leo · October 2, 2026 · GadgetsRaspberry Pi raised the 2GB Pi 4 and Pi 5 by US$12.50 as memory costs climb. Canadian buyers should compare local reseller totals, not convert MSRP alone.
- Starship Reached Orbit and Delivered 26 Starlink Satellites
Matthew Leo · September 29, 2026 · NewsFlight 14 put Starship into orbit and deployed operational Starlink V3 satellites, but an engine issue shortened the mission. Canadian speed gains remain unprov…
- Apple Faces a $5.7 Billion Verdict Over iPhone Vibrations
Matthew Leo · September 28, 2026 · GadgetsA San Diego jury found that Apple infringed two haptics patents and awarded Taction more than US$5.7 billion. Apple disputes the verdict and says it will appeal…
- Check a Used Phone Before You Pay for It
Matthew Leo · September 24, 2026 · GuidesA clean IMEI is only one part of buying a used phone. Check Activation Lock, Android device protection, carrier status and the hardware before paying.
- Googlebook Arrives in Canada on October 5
Matthew Leo · September 22, 2026 · GadgetsGooglebook launches in Canada on October 5. Here is what Google confirmed, what remains unknown and what buyers should check before ordering.
- Erase a PC or Mac Before You Sell or Give It Away
Matthew Leo · September 22, 2026 · GuidesBack up what matters, use the correct Windows or macOS erase option, remove the device from your accounts and leave it at the setup screen for its next owner.
- Transfer Your eSIM Before Erasing Your Old Phone
Matthew Leo · September 22, 2026 · GuidesMove and test your mobile number while the old phone still works. This iPhone and Android checklist covers carrier handoffs, failure cases and the final erase.
- AI's Memory Appetite Is Raising Device Prices
Matthew Leo · September 22, 2026 · GadgetsAI data centres are competing for memory capacity, and the cost is reaching phones and laptops. Canadian buyers should compare configurations carefully.
- China Says Its New DRAM Process Is in Mass Production
Matthew Leo · September 21, 2026 · NewsCXMT says its fifth-generation DRAM process is now producing mobile memory chips. The claim matters, but gross dies per wafer are not the same as working yield.
- The Saudi F-35 Deal Reopens an Old American Trust Debate
Matthew Leo · September 18, 2026 · NewsThe proposed Saudi F-35 sale is not final. Its hardest questions involve sensitive technology, regional security and a long history of mistrust.
- Fix an External Monitor That Shows No Signal
Matthew Leo · September 18, 2026 · GuidesA no-signal message usually points to the display path, not a dead computer. Check the input, cable, adapter and operating-system detection in order.
- Prepare Your Phone for Repair Without Sharing Your Passcode
Matthew Leo · September 18, 2026 · GuidesA repair can require diagnostics or even erase your phone. Back it up, protect account access and use the proper repair mode before handing it over.
- Set Up One External Drive for Both Mac and Windows
Matthew Leo · September 18, 2026 · GuidesA portable drive can work on both Mac and Windows, but formatting it erases everything. Use exFAT carefully and test the result before trusting it.
- Find Out Why Your Phone Is Charging Slowly
Matthew Leo · September 18, 2026 · GuidesSlow charging does not automatically mean a worn-out battery. Test the outlet, adapter, cable, port, temperature and charging limits in a useful order.
- Fix a Phone Hotspot That Other Devices Can't Join
Matthew Leo · September 18, 2026 · GuidesFind out whether a broken phone hotspot is a carrier, cellular-data, Wi-Fi, password or compatibility problem before resetting network settings.
- Smart Glasses Have a Consent Problem Canada Can't Ignore
Matthew Leo · September 18, 2026 · NewsA French criminal probe shows why a tiny camera light is not meaningful consent. Canadian workplaces need smart-glasses rules before the next incident.
- Hide Sensitive Notifications on Your Phone's Lock Screen
Matthew Leo · September 18, 2026 · GuidesKeep message text, verification codes and private alerts off a locked phone without silencing every useful notification on iPhone or Android.
- Remove Old Devices From Your Apple or Google Account
Matthew Leo · September 15, 2026 · GuidesOld phones and unfamiliar sessions can keep account access longer than you expect. Check the right list, sign out safely and know when to change your password.