28th
November
2012
If necessary many Canadians would give up coffee or video games before saying goodbye to their smartphones, according to the results of a national survey released today by WIND Mobile. Thirty-seven percent of Canadian mobile phone owners aged 18-34 say they would give up video games before walking away from their devices, while 36 percent say they would be willing to quit drinking coffee rather than lose their phones. Twenty-eight percent would give up television. Read the rest of this entry »
posted in Business News, National News, Research Studies By: Tami | Print This Post
28th
November
2012
Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. has announced the launch of its Business Smart™ Series. This innovative new line of colour inkjet all-in-one printers offers consumers a cool design and cutting edge technology. It completely redefines the colour inkjet all-in-one experience as the ultimate combination. Read the rest of this entry »
posted in National News, New Releases, Peripherals By: Tami | Print This Post
28th
November
2012
‘Tis the season, and Canada Post is delivering an important message this year: Mrs. Claus is helping Santa with the more than one million letters he gets each year. The following letter was delivered to the special postal elves at Canada Post: Read the rest of this entry »
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28th
November
2012
Anti-malware company Lavasoft has announced new major capabilities within its award-winning Ad-Aware anti-malware software. Ad-Aware 10.4 is designed to address the growing trend and complexities of users running multiple security solutions in an effort to enhance their level of protection. This newest edition now allows users to install Ad-Aware as an additional protection measure further adding to users’ line of defense and level of security. When a running security solution is detected, Ad-Aware enhances protection by defaulting to the new On-Demand mode, adding a second layer of protection. Read the rest of this entry »
posted in National News, New Releases, Software By: Tami | Print This Post
28th
November
2012
Behaviour Interactive‘s Naughty Bear completes his homage to classic horror with the latest addition to the naughty marketplace — the Ghostfacebear costume set available on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for Xbox 360® and PlayStation®Network. Do you dare to pick up the phone? Ghostfacebear costume set and accessories are priced individually at 80 Microsoft points and $0.99 for PlayStation Network. This costume is a scream, guaranteed to scare those wretched bears more than ever before. Read the rest of this entry »
posted in Action Adventure, National News, New Releases, Teen By: Tami | Print This Post
28th
November
2012
Infinite Game Publishing and Piranha Games have launched the long-awaited mega-update, “Camo Spec” for the ultimate Mech simulator, MechWarrior Online. Included in Camo Spec is the ability to customize your Mech with various paint, patterns and cockpit items – allowing you to define your team and set your style while you stomp to victory in the InnerSphere. Additionally, the patch grants players the heralded return of Bitching Betty, the official female cockpit voiceover from the original MechWarrior games. For Founders of MechWarrior Online an activation button has been added granting fans the option to choose when their premium time begins. Read the rest of this entry »
posted in National News, New Releases, Simulations By: Tami | Print This Post
28th
November
2012
It is predicted that over the coming years more consumers will be accessing the internet through mobile devices than through PCs. Want to find a brand easily in this mobile world? Despite the overwhelming use of mobile smartphones, it is not as easy as you might think. Meet Brandtree, a Vancouver-based lean startup, launched in mid-October 2012, making it easy for brands to connect with the mobile customer. Brandtree has created a suite of cloud-based tools that enable mobile consumer engagement, analytics and insights. Read the rest of this entry »
posted in Digital Products, National News By: Tami | Print This Post
28th
November
2012
Perch, the first hands-free, always-on video communications iOS app for your home, announced yesterday that its app is now available for free download in the App Store. Designed to make communications frictionless and fun, Perch uses facial and motion detection to automatically record and share personal video messages with other members of your home. Read the rest of this entry »
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28th
November
2012
Interactive 3D simulation software and solutions provider for maintenance training and support applications NGRAIN® has debuted NGRAIN® Producer®, the personal learning edition, which is available free-of-charge. Producer allows anyone, with or without 3D experience, to rapidly create interactive 3D animations and real-time practice tasks. Read the rest of this entry »
posted in Animation, National News, New Releases, Software By: Tami | Print This Post
28th
November
2012
Kashoo, a BC-developed cloud accounting software platform for small business owners, startups, entrepreneurs, freelancers, bookkeepers and accountants, has released a major upgrade to its popular iPad app to meet the increasing mobile, on-demand needs of small business. The company has also introduced simplified pricing options for customers that include complete access to all Kashoo features, across the web app and the iPad app, and for accountants and bookkeepers. Read the rest of this entry »
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