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Google TV Music and Movies heads to more countries November 13

By Cory Gunther
on 8 Nov, 2012

We have some excellent news this afternoon right from the folks at +Google TV regarding their music and movie offerings. As many of you know, Google Play Music and Movies are only available in select regions and countries. A list that is even smaller for those wanting the services on Google TV. Today Google's announced the UK, Canada and more are all getting everything Google has to offer.

Galaxy Nexus in Canada gets Jelly Bean – Verizon update MIA

By Cory Gunther
on 12 Sep, 2012

We have some excellent news for all those enjoying the popular Samsung Galaxy Nexus up in Canada. It looks like the flagship Nexus device is finally getting the much anticipated and awaited update to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. Google announced it back in June and said it would arrive mid July -- which it did for the international version. Carrier branded models sadly have waited a bit longer and Verizon's is completely missing in action.

Samsung Galaxy S III for Canada confirmed with 2GB of RAM and 1.5 GHz dual-core

By Cory Gunther
on 30 May, 2012

Today Samsung has finally announced what we all knew was coming. Canada (and probably the US too) will all get the Galaxy S III soon and most likely none will come with their quad-core processor. Instead all Canadian carriers will receive the Galaxy S III around June 20th and it will be rocking a dual-core processor instead, one that is capable of 4G LTE. More details and press release info after the break.

Rogers taking Galaxy S III pre-orders, Canadian pricing revealed

By Michael Crider
on 30 May, 2012

Canadian Samsung fans, today is the day you've been waiting for. Just hours after regional carrier Videotron put up their standard sign-up page for the Galaxy S III, Rogers has begun taking pre-orders for the flagship device. Current Rogers customers can reserve theirs at this website, and prospective switchers can sign up for information. Unfortunately, there's no word on pricing or availability.

Confirmed: Galaxy S III hits Canada June 20th

By Michael Crider
on 30 May, 2012

Alright, Canucks, you tend to get most things a little behind us in the States, but now the wellie is on the other foot. The June 20th release date for the Galaxy S III has been confirmed by smaller French-Canadian carrier Videotron, stating flat-out that Samsung's flagship is coming to their network on said date. Pricing and availability weren't detailed, but the standard sign-up form has been posted. Also note that this is the white version - the Pebble Blue shortage will likely follow into the Americas.

Canadian Galaxy S III launch tipped for June 20th

By Michael Crider
on 24 May, 2012

We're still waiting for a definite date for the Galaxy S III here in the US (on any carrier) but our friends north of the border have a little more information today, MobileSyrup spotted the Galaxy S III in an ad set for a June 20th release, and that's not the best news: it's headed for Canada's own "big four", Rogers, Bell, Telus and Virgin Mobile.

Bell Canada gets HTC One V now, HTC One S later

By Michael Crider
on 3 May, 2012

Good news, Canadians: you'll soon be able to choose between two of HTC's latest and greatest Android devices. Mobile Syrup reports that the HTC One V is now selling on Canadian carrier Bell, free on a three year contract or $299.95 with no commitment. Even more exciting, a leaked Bell document indicates that the HTC One S will be sitting pretty on Canadian airwaves on May 17th. On-contract pricing isn't mentioned, but the One S may cost $599.95 outright.

Motorola MOTOLUXE heads north to Canada

By Michael Crider
on 30 Apr, 2012

I know what Canadians want after hearing that Samsung's Galaxy phones and tablets would be getting Ice Cream Sandwich updates soon - a big ol' helping of Gingerbread, courtesy of Motorola! All joking aside, Canada is getting a unique mid-range phone that was previously available only to Europeans: the Motorola MOTOLUXE. this 4-inch fashion phone won't set the world on fire, but it might make a decent mid-range unlocked pickup for those who want something a little better than entry-level.

Samsung posts ICS updates for tons of Canadian devices

By Michael Crider
on 30 Apr, 2012

Listen up, hosers: If you're in the great white north and clutching a Samsung Android device, this message is for you. Today Samsung announced Ice Cream Sandwich updates for pretty much all of its high-end Galaxy devices across all Canadian networks, including smartphones and tablets. The press release says that the updates will vary in availability by region and carrier, but if you've got a Galaxy S II, Galaxy Note or Galaxy Tab, it would be prudent to check for a software update right now.

HTC One X arrives for Rogers Canada

By Cory Gunther
on 20 Apr, 2012

The next couple of weeks will be all HTC with their new and impressive One series of smartphones. As expected, the 4G LTE HTC One X is available starting today in Canada on Rogers. You can get it online right this minute if you haven't already. For those interested Rogers is offering the phone for CA$169.99 with a new, three year agreement starting today.