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Rogers opens up LTE in 7 new markets

Canadian carrier Rogers has begun rolling out into the 44 markets they had promised a few weeks ago. Seven new markets go live today, including a few in my hometown of Ottawa.
- Ottawa, including Kanata, Nepean, Gloucester, Stittsville and Cumberland
- Airdrie, Alberta
- Langley, B.C
- Keswick; Ontario
- Hamilton, including Grimsby in Ontario
- Orillia, Ontario
- Stratford, Ontario
As ever, Rogers is touting their access to the 2600 MHz band for faster speeds on the Samsung Galaxy S4. Any Canadian readers in these new markets? How many Rogers customers out there happy with their LTE service?
Rogers opens up LTE in 7 new markets

Canadian carrier Rogers has begun rolling out into the 44 markets they had promised a few weeks ago. Seven new markets go live today, including a few in my hometown of Ottawa.
- Ottawa, including Kanata, Nepean, Gloucester, Stittsville and Cumberland
- Airdrie, Alberta
- Langley, B.C
- Keswick; Ontario
- Hamilton, including Grimsby in Ontario
- Orillia, Ontario
- Stratford, Ontario
As ever, Rogers is touting their access to the 2600 MHz band for faster speeds on the Samsung Galaxy S4. Any Canadian readers in these new markets? How many Rogers customers out there happy with their LTE service?
Rogers opens up LTE in 7 new markets

Canadian carrier Rogers has begun rolling out into the 44 markets they had promised a few weeks ago. Seven new markets go live today, including a few in my hometown of Ottawa.
- Ottawa, including Kanata, Nepean, Gloucester, Stittsville and Cumberland
- Airdrie, Alberta
- Langley, B.C
- Keswick; Ontario
- Hamilton, including Grimsby in Ontario
- Orillia, Ontario
- Stratford, Ontario
As ever, Rogers is touting their access to the 2600 MHz band for faster speeds on the Samsung Galaxy S4. Any Canadian readers in these new markets? How many Rogers customers out there happy with their LTE service?
Rogers leak pins BlackBerry Q10 Canadian launch date as April 30th (update: pricing confirmed)
BlackBerry fans waiting for an opportunity to blend the BlackBerry 10 OS with a more familiar QWERTY form factor may know exactly how long they have left, at least north of the border. Mobile Syrup received this pic tonight of what is purported to be an internal Rogers document, which lists the launch date for the BlackBerry Q10 as April 30th. A few other phones appear on the list as well, revealing the Canadian carrier will be offering the Nokia Lumia 520 and a couple of Doro’s PhoneEasy models. If this date holds up it’s a lot more specific than what we’d heard before — hopefully we’re not left waiting much longer for US release information.
Update: Rogers is going on the record for many more Q10 details… except the ship date. It tells us that the smartphone will cost $200 on a 3-year contract, and that Rogers will be the first (but not only) Canadian carrier with the white edition. The Q10 will also be one of the few Rogers smartphones to supplement the usual AWS-based LTE frequencies with the 2,600MHz band, the other notable example being the LG Optimus G. The more eager among us can reserve the Q10 today.
Filed under: Cellphones, Mobile, Blackberry
Source: Mobile Syrup, Rogers
Rogers leak pins BlackBerry Q10 Canadian launch date as April 30th (update: pricing confirmed)
BlackBerry fans waiting for an opportunity to blend the BlackBerry 10 OS with a more familiar QWERTY form factor may know exactly how long they have left, at least north of the border. Mobile Syrup received this pic tonight of what is purported to be an internal Rogers document, which lists the launch date for the BlackBerry Q10 as April 30th. A few other phones appear on the list as well, revealing the Canadian carrier will be offering the Nokia Lumia 520 and a couple of Doro’s PhoneEasy models. If this date holds up it’s a lot more specific than what we’d heard before — hopefully we’re not left waiting much longer for US release information.
Update: Rogers is going on the record for many more Q10 details… except the ship date. It tells us that the smartphone will cost $200 on a 3-year contract, and that Rogers will be the first (but not only) Canadian carrier with the white edition. The Q10 will also be one of the few Rogers smartphones to supplement the usual AWS-based LTE frequencies with the 2,600MHz band, the other notable example being the LG Optimus G. The more eager among us can reserve the Q10 today.
Filed under: Cellphones, Mobile, Blackberry
Source: Mobile Syrup, Rogers
Could the Nexus 4 finally be heading to Canada’s TELUS?

Price cards, dummy units signal arrival of Nexus 4 on Canadian carrier
Many Canadian mobile operators have been offering the LG-made Nexus 4 for the past several months, but TELUS has been a notable hold-out. Today we're starting to see signs that the carrier might be preparing to offer the Nexus for sale in-store. MobileSyrup has been tipped off with shots of pricing cards and dummy units for the Nexus 4 on TELUS, and it's also reporting that device should be going on sale from the second week of April — that's right, next week.
Take this with a pinch of salt in the absence of any official announcement, but it certainly looks like TELUS should be getting the Nexus 4 sooner rather than later.
Source: MobileSyrup (2)
Could the Nexus 4 finally be heading to Canada’s TELUS?

Price cards, dummy units signal arrival of Nexus 4 on Canadian carrier
Many Canadian mobile operators have been offering the LG-made Nexus 4 for the past several months, but TELUS has been a notable hold-out. Today we're starting to see signs that the carrier might be preparing to offer the Nexus for sale in-store. MobileSyrup has been tipped off with shots of pricing cards and dummy units for the Nexus 4 on TELUS, and it's also reporting that device should be going on sale from the second week of April — that's right, next week.
Take this with a pinch of salt in the absence of any official announcement, but it certainly looks like TELUS should be getting the Nexus 4 sooner rather than later.
Source: MobileSyrup (2)
Rogers HTC One X Jelly Bean update now available
Canadian carrier Rogers has a late Christmas present for HTC One X owners; the Android Jelly Bean update is rolling out over the air to devices starting today. The update, which checks in at just over 634 MB (definitely use WiFi for this one), should start notifying owners that it’s available for download. Start checking for updates and let us know if you get the upgrade.
source: Mobile Syrup
Canadian carrier Rogers set to launch unlimited talk plans starting November 7th
The Canadian wireless carrier Rodgers is planning to overhaul their plans. The plans look great and it seems like they’re focusing on unlimited texting and calling on most of the plans, while differentiating on the data portion. Here’s what you can expect within the new plans:
- $55 (Occasional plan) – 200 MB, 1,000 weekday minutes
- $65 (Social plan) – 1 GB, unlimited local calling
- $75 (Streamer plan) – 3 GB, unlimited local calling
- $95 (Connected plan) – 5 GB, unlimited Canada-wide calling
Rogers plans to unveil these plans and make them available tomorrow November the 7th. Any Rogers customers out there going to gives these a go?
source: Android Central
Canada’s TELUS to also stock the HTC One X+ later this fall

At least one Canadian carrier is confirming that it will carry the HTC One X+ when it launches later this fall. TELUS’ network will host the updated version of the HTC One X, which features a 1.7GHz quad-core Tegra 3 processor and upgraded 2100mAh battery. The One X+ will feature Jelly Bean out of the box and a new version of HTC Sense and will also borrow some improvements featured in the Windows Phone 8X, namely a better front-facing camera and enhanced internal amplifier. No exact details on concerning a launch date or pricing were announced by TELUS.
[via MobileSyrup]
Galaxy Nexus Coming To Canadian Carrier WIND On February 3rd For $249 (with WINDtab+)
If you’re in love with the Galaxy Nexus, but also have an affinity for hockey, maple syrup, and carriers not named Bell, Virgin Mobile, or Telus, then you’ve been left out in the cold. Don’t worry, though. The winter of your discontent is about to come to an end. The Galaxy Nexus will be landing on Canadian carrier WIND on February 3rd. If you opt for the carrier’s WINDtab+ program, you can grab the nexus for just $249. Choosing to participate in the regular WINDtab program will bump the price tag up to $499, and those looking to buy the …
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Galaxy Nexus Coming To Canadian Carrier WIND On February 3rd For $249 (with WINDtab+) was written by the awesome team at Android Police.
Canadian Best Buy Stores to Start Galaxy Nexus Pre-orders on Monday Nov. 21

There may be no indication of when the Samsung Galaxy Nexus will come to the United States, but at least one North American country has had a bit more transparency in the lead-up to the first Android 4.0 smartphone’s release. Canada will see the Galaxy Nexus sometime in early December, but pre-orders will be taken at local Best Buy retailers starting on Monday, November 21st. Bell will be the first Canadian carrier to host the device, but other major players have the Galaxy Nexus on the slate for release early next year.
[via MobileSyrup]
The Facebook phone revisited with the Motokey Social on TELUS
Apparently unconvinced by that other Facebook phone that such as beast isn't really desired, Motorola and Canadian carrier TELUS today anonounced the Motokey Social, with a 2.4-inch touchscreen and big black keyboard. You'll no doubt note the Facebook button in thie lower left, and it's also got five hom screens and two themes, all with links to Facebook.
Physically, it's 10mm thin, has a 3 MP camera and weighs 87 grams. It'll go for $89.99 startin Nov. 21 to TELUS prepaid customers.
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Blackberry Bold 9790 cleared for landing in Canada, Roger(s)
RIM’s reduced re-imagining of the Bold 9930 is barely out of the starting blocks, but Canadian carrier Rogers is promising to have the Bold 9790 ready for the native BB faithful before the end of the holiday season. It combines a 2.44-inch capacitive touchscreen with a fret style keyboard and a 1GHz processor. There’s nothing more specific on release dates and prices just yet, but we’re hoping the diminuitive screen and slightly less premium build will translate to a reduced price tag. Doors to manual and cross-check.
Blackberry Bold 9790 cleared for landing in Canada, Roger(s) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 17 Nov 2011 08:22:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Motorola RAZR comes to Rogers on November 4th
An internal document from Canadian carrier Rogers says that the Motorola RAZR, the international model of Verizon’s DROID RAZR, will be coming to the Great White North this Friday, November 4th. Significantly, that’s a week earlier than the November 10th date that Verizon has set to ship DROID RAZR phones to United States customers who pre-ordered. Also headed for Rogers is the Galaxy S Glide, a QWERTY slider that’s already been revealed.

The Motorola “DROID” RAZR is the company’s new flagship phone, using the notable RAZR name to reinvigorate a lineup that’s been somewhat vanilla as of late. It’s certainly appropriate: at an incredibly thin 7.7 millimeters (not counting the DROID X-style hump) it’s one of the most fashionable phones out there, and the Kevlar, Gorilla Glass and metal construction help to convey a sense of strength as well. a 1.2GHz dual-core processor compliments 16GB of internal storage and Motorola’s MotoCast remote access technology. Disappointingly, the RAZR will use Rogers HSPA+ network: there’s no mention of LTE anywhere in their press materials or website.
Pre-orders are live right now, and those who are already on contract or simply don’t wish to start one need to pony up $649, the same price as the American version. The Galaxy S Glide is the same price (why?) on the same 3-year plan. Hey Canucks, how’s about a little help with those locked bootloaders – maybe you could release our Android shackles even before the DROID RAZR gets here.
Check out our hands-on of the Motorola DROID RAZR:
Motorola DROID RAZR hands-on:
- Device Name : DROID RAZR
- Manufactuer : Motorola
- Carrier : Verizon
- Announced Date : October 18, 2011
- Release Date : November 03, 2011
- Also Known As :
- Screen Size : 4.3 Inch
- Resolution :
- Screen Type : Super AMOLED Advanced qHD
- Height : Inch
- Width : Inch
- Depth : 0.27 Inch
- Weight : Grams
- Battery Type:
- Lithium Ion
- Battery Capacity : mAh
- Talk Time : NA
- Stand By Time : 8.9 hours
- Android OS:
- 2.3.x
- Audio Playback:
- AAC
- AAC+
- MP3
- WAV
- WMA
- Video Playback:
- MPEG-4 (MP4)
- Messaging:
- SMS
- MMS
- CPU :
- CPU Clock Speed : 1200 Mhz
- Core : 2
- Ram : 1000 MB
- Internal Storage : 16.384 GB
- Front Facing Camera :
- Camera Resolution :8 MP
- External Storage:
- MicroSD
- MicroSDHC
- Camera Features:
- Auto focus
- Flash
- 1080p Video Recording
- QWERTY :
- Network Technology:
- CDMA
- CDMA Band:
- 800
- 850
- 900
- 1700
- 1900
- 2100
- Wi-Fi:
- 802.11b
- 802.11g
- 802.11n
- Bluetooth:
- Bluetooth 3.0
- Location Features:
- Compass
- GPS
- Cellular location
- Wi-Fi location
- FM Radio :
- NFC :
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Rogers’ Motorola RAZR to cost just $149 on three-year contract
We'll still never understand why Canadians put up with three-year contracts. But we're definitely feeling a $149 Motorola RAZR on the only Canadian carrier to, erm, carry it. No mention of two- or one-year pricing. Trade-offs, we suppose.
Source: Rogers Thanks, @TheSolsticeBare!
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Mobile Miscellany: week of October 3, 2011
This week was packed with news on the mobile front, so it was easy to miss a few stories here and there. Here’s some of the other stuff that happened in the wide world of wireless for the week of October 3, 2011:
- The Pantech Hotshot featurephone (above left) launched on Verizon this week. It’s a full 3.2-inch touchscreen with a 3.2 megapixel camera and video capture. It’s offered for $100 with a two-year contract. [PhoneScoop]
- AT&T launched the Pantech Link II (above right) this week, a follow-up to the popular Quick Messaging Device. It features BREW mobile 1.0.2 and is available for $10 with a two-year commitment.
- Cincinnati Bell launched the HTC Sensation 4G for $250 with a two-year contract and after a $50 mail-in rebate.
- The HTC Amaze 4G is heading north. Canadian carrier Telus has given the device its own piece of real estate on its site, having it listed as “coming soon.” [AndroidCentral]
- According to benchmark tests, the Sony Ericsson Nozumi actually has a 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm CPU and uses Android 2.3.5. [LandofDroid]
- Open Range Communications, a WiMAX provider in the Denver area, is laying off more than a hundred employees, shutting down its WiMAX service to new customers and the CEO resigned. [PhoneScoop]
- Prefer the Washington Post over the New York Times? The former has its own Android app now available in the Market for free. [AndroidCentral]
- The Nokia N9 is now officially for sale in Australia, on Telstra. Vodafone and Optus haven’t put the device on sale yet, though both companies have announced intentions to do so at some point. [ComputerWorld]
Mobile Miscellany: week of October 3, 2011 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 08 Oct 2011 11:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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iPhone 4S preorders open up at 3AM ET — are you ready? (Update: They’re live!)

It’s been a tumultuous week for Apple followers, but the earliest opportunity to snag the company’s new slab opens up in just a few hours. Without an extended review, we’ve done what we can by asking Siri to understand our most random queries, breaking down the costs / benefits, and even leaving it up to the masses. Decision time is upon us, so if you’ve just got to be first to order an iPhone 4S then either make it a late night or set an early alarm for 3AM ET — we’ll do you one more solid by linking up the US and Canadian carrier pages below (other international providers have only listed notification sign ups so far, but don’t worry, we’ve got them here too.)
Update: And they’re off! As of a few minutes after 3, all the US carrier’s sites are taking preorders as well as Vodafone in the UK, although word is AT&T and Sprint’s servers are overloaded so be patient. The Apple store went down for updates around midnight (ET) and is still down, but we’ll update again once it’s open for business.
Update 2: At 3:43AM, Apple.com is finally back up although you’ll still need some luck getting through at this point.
Read – Apple
Read – Verizon
Read – At&t
Read – Sprint
Read – Telus
Read – Rogers (via the Rogers Reservation System)
Read – Vodafone
Read – Orange
Read – T-Mobile (UK)
iPhone 4S preorders open up at 3AM ET — are you ready? (Update: They’re live!) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Oct 2011 23:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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iPhone 4S preorders open up at 3AM ET — are you ready?
It’s been a tumultuous week for Apple followers, but the earliest opportunity to snag the company’s new slab opens up in just a few hours. Without an extended review, we’ve done what we can by asking Siri to understand our most random queries, breaking down the costs / benefits, and even leaving it up to the masses. Decision time is upon us, so if you’ve just got to be first then either make it a late night or set an early alarm for 3AM ET — we’ll do you one more solid by linking up the US and Canadian carrier pages below (other international providers have only listed notification sign ups so far, but don’t worry, we’ve got them here too.)
Read – Apple
Read – Verizon
Read – At&t
Read – Sprint
Read – Telus
Read – Rogers (via the Rogers Reservation System)
Read – Vodafone
Read – Orange
Read – T-Mobile (UK)
iPhone 4S preorders open up at 3AM ET — are you ready? originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Oct 2011 23:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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White Galaxy S II for Bell
I do not know why but every time when a regular black version of a smart-phone appears on the mobile market, everyone starts talking about an albino one. Why white devices are so popular among people and why it is so important to have exactly this and not that model? Anyway, for those who were expecting to get the Samsung Galaxy S II smart-phone in white, Bell has prepared a little surprise. According to the latest announcement starting October, 7 Bell will be offering the white Samsung Galaxy S II. To my own surprise, prices should follow that of the black version at $149 on a three year contract, and $599 off contract. While I would definitely become an owner of the black version, there is still something special in the white Galaxy S II. I know that Bell is a Canadian carrier and that our Northern neighbors will be the first one to get an albino S II but they live closer to the Northern Pole and maybe this was a reason for giving them the priority.
HTC Amaze 4G ‘coming soon’ to TELUS
The HTC Amaze 4G is headed to Canada on the TELUS network. HTC's latest high-end phone is listed as "coming soon" on the Canadian carrier's website. The Amaze 4G is a pretty amazing phone, if you'll mind the pun. Rocking a 4.3-inch qHD display, Sense 3.0, a dual-core 1.5 GHz processor, Android 2.3.4 and an 8MP rear camera, it's sure to offer an exceptional experience.
No release date has been announced, but as soon as we hear something, you'll know. Until the, hit up our HTC Amaze 4G Forum.
Source: TELUS
Novatel U679 Turbo Stick delivers 4G LTE to Bell laptop customers for $60, with 3-year contract
Do you live in one of Bell’s LTE markets and own a laptop? Do you wish your machine could hitch a ride on the Canadian carrier’s 4G waves? Well sir or ma’am, may we submit for your consideration, the Novatel U679 Turbo Stick — an LTE USB modem that can hit a maximum speed of 75Mbps. (Though, generally you’re looking at between 7Mbps and 14Mbps.) When LTE is unavailable, the U679 falls back on 42Mbps, dual-carrier HSPA+ or plain ol’ 21Mbps HSPA+. You can pick one up today for just $60 with a three-year contract, but those with a fear of commitment will have to plunk down $120 to avoid being locked into a service contract. If you’ve still got questions, might we suggest peeping the PR after the break.
Novatel U679 Turbo Stick delivers 4G LTE to Bell laptop customers for $60, with 3-year contract originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 25 Sep 2011 04:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Google Movies Confirmed On Canadian Carrier Bell Mobility
Canadians are finally getting access to Google Movies in the Android Market according to reports from customers using the Canadian carrier Bell Mobility. Presently, the app is not visible to customers of Roger’s Wireless, Bell’s direct competitor. Rumors are being confirmed however that the Android Market 3.1.5 update will fill in those gaps and bring everyone some much deserved movie love.
Where are my Canadians at? Do you have access to Google Movies yet? Leave us a comment below.
Google Movies Confirmed On Canadian Carrier Bell Mobility
Google Movies slowly showing up for Canadians
While folks in the U.S. have had Google Movies rental service on their devices for quite a while now, Canadians have been thus far left in the dark from having it appear on the Android Market. Now though, numerous reports have confirmed the service is slowly rolling out handsets along with the Android Market 3.1.5 update.
For now, the confirmations seem to only be coming from users of Canadian carrier Bell. I've tried numerous times to get the movies portion on my Rogers device but it's not showing up despite it now showing on the Android Market website as well. Anyone else seeing the update being pushed? If so drop us some comments.
Thanks, @Roscopcoletrain and Chris!
4G Samsung Galaxy S II X coming to Telus, still as Herculean as ever
4G Samsung Galaxy S II X coming to Telus, still as Herculean as ever originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 16 Sep 2011 21:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Bell begins rolling out LTE network today to trial markets
When we reported that Bell’s LTE network would be deploying “soon,” the company happily obliged by launching it less than two weeks later. Beginning today, the Canadian carrier will have its next-gen services available to a limited number of markets, including Toronto, Waterloo, Hamilton, Guelph and Mississauga. The deployment will spread over the course of the next year, though no specific plans were mentioned aside from the obvious expansion to urban areas first, followed by rural and remote coverage as determined by the outcome of the country’s upcoming 700MHz spectrum auction. Sadly, the only device available at launch — contrary to our original report — will be the Sierra Wireless U313 Turbo Stick, available online today for $80, though “smartphones and tablets” should be expected to arrive later this year. Head to the presser for more details.
[Thanks, gjac0m]
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