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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 07/10/2026
Bell launched a new version of its Ahlo smartphone. We got to try it out, and our early impressions are good -- the Ahlo 2 might just be a solid budget option for Canadians. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/07/b...
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Bell's Ahlo 2 phone seems like a solid improvement
Bell unveiled a new phone in its Ahlo line, the Ahlo 2. My initial impressions are that it's a solid improvement.
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
This is absurd
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 01/10/2026
That first sip of Gears will take you right back to 2006 -- it's loud, dumb, and can be tons of fun. mobilesyrup.com/2026/10/01/g...
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Gears of War: E-Day is the Mountain Dew of video games
The title of this article isn’t meant to be some insult towards Gears of War: E-Day. On the contrary, it can be seen as complimentary. Just like Mountain Dew, the first taste of Gears is great. It tra...
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Jennifer Hale once told me Canadians need to champion ourselves more. I wholeheartedly agree. Over the past few months, I reached out to dozens of Canadian devs to learn their favourite Canadian games. Their varied responses offer a wonderful spotlight on some of the incredible talent we have here.🍁
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These are must-play Canadian games, according to Canadian devs
As Canadians, we don't champion ourselves enough, so we asked dozens of game developers to do just that.
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The full Kinda Funny Games Daily episode:
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GTA 6 $400 Collector's Edition Comes With No Game - Kinda Funny Games Daily 09.24.26
YouTube video by Kinda Funny Games
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 24/09/2026
VP of product management Angela Chang takes us behind the scenes of this bold addition to Meta's VR catalogue. mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/24/m...
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Five neat things we learned about Meta's first-ever VR Glasses
VP of product management Angela Chang takes us behind the scenes of this bold addition to Meta's VR catalogue.
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Congrats to Toronto’s @playhilltop.bsky.social for the release date announcement for Curse of Resthaven! I’m so impressed with the creativity of this team, especially in how different this is from their first game, the wonderful Lil’ Guardsman. Excited for next month!
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Promising Canadian gothic narrative roguelite Curse of Resthaven launches Oct. 29
The perfect Halloween game is almost here.
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
I can't believe this was 16 years ago 👴🏻
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Judy Trinh @judytrinh.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Seniors who were protesting Mark Carney’s Bill c39 and fast tracking of environmental reviews arrested and charged with trespassing on Parliament Hill.
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 22/09/2026
The rich Scottish setting and focus on tense stealth work exceptionally well when they're not being ruined by poorly designed enemy encounters. mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/22/s...
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Silent Hill: Townfall starts incredibly strong but gets maddeningly tedious
The rich Scottish setting and focus on tense stealth work exceptionally well when they're not being ruined by poorly designed enemy encounters.
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 22/09/2026
Here's what you need to know for when the 3G shutdown comes to a neighbourhood near you. mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/22/f...
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Freedom Mobile to shutter 3G in part of Ontario next month
The 3G shutdown comes to Ontario in October, with Freedom Mobile shuttering the network in the Peterborough region.
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
I want to be excited about the Destiny 2 news, but it's hard given how Bungie handled the game and, more importantly, laid off most the people who made it.
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 21/09/2026
At least, not in Canada, where ad-free tiers are "generally free of commercial interruption." mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/21/n...
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No, Disney+ isn't about to start showing ads to ad-free users
Over the weekend, I saw a bit of uproar over Disney+ apparently updating its subscriber agreement to allow ads on its ad-free plans. Like most people, my gut reaction was to cuss out that greedy mouse...
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Had a lot of fun with this one 🏔️
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 18/09/2026
I wouldn't normally spend this much time with one of the worst people alive, but Alex Gibney's new doc offers many compelling reasons to do just that. mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/18/e...
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I watched the 4-hour Elon Musk doc, and it was horrifying
I wouldn't normally spend this much time with one of the worst people alive, but Alex Gibney's new doc offers many compelling reasons to do just that.
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 17/09/2026
Are you looking to upgrade? Here's a camera comparison between the iPhone 15 Pro, 17 Pro, and 18 Pro. mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/17/i...
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iPhone 18 Pro camera comparison ft. Toronto's High Park
We took pictures just with the point-and-shoot aspect of the device and didn't dive into the pro settings.
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Earlier this year, I visited the TVO set of The Screen Team, a docuseries premiering in October that follows tween hosts as they break down various tech subjects alongside experts. While there, I spoke with several members of the production to learn more. Really love what they’re doing here!
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New TVO series breaks down complex tech topics for kids
How the cast and crew behind The Screen Team hopes to make subjects like AI, data storage, self-driving cars more approachable.
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 17/09/2026
Ecovacs’ most hands-off vacuum yet is now available in Canada. mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/17/e...
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Ecovacs’ X12S OmniCyclone takes aim at the chores your robot vacuum still makes you do
Ecovacs’ X12S OmniCyclone cuts down on robot vacuum maintenance with smarter mopping, self-cleaning, and more.
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 16/09/2026
The new site brings improved wireless performance and more reliable connectivity to the area. mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/16/b...
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Bell boosts wireless in Toronto with new Roncesvalles site
Bell's network in Toronto is getting better and more reliable with a new wireless site in Roncesvalles Village.
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 16/09/2026
The network would form a 'broadband backbone' connecting the country, reducing U.S. dependence. mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/16/c...
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Carney pitches sovereign internet network, funding help from feds
Prime Minister Mark Carney pitched a sovereign internet network partially funded by Ottawa at a recent investment summit.
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 17/09/2026
Compared to my old Series 9, the Watch Series 12 is a worthwhile upgrade. mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/17/a...
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Apple Watch Series 12: Worthwhile upgrade, looking forward to Audio Intelligence
I've been wearing it while I go for walks, sleep, and play badminton, and the watch has done a good job of accurately monitoring my activities.
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 17/09/2026
How the cast and crew behind The Screen Team hopes to make subjects like AI, data storage, and self-driving cars more approachable. mobilesyrup.com/2026/09/17/n...
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New TVO series breaks down complex tech topics for kids
How the cast and crew behind The Screen Team hopes to make subjects like AI, data storage, self-driving cars more approachable.
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
This is a huge paradigm shift. For years, we've seen tech prices drop when new models come out. But now, companies are raising prices on older models, eliminating a way for people to get upgrades for less. I hate it.
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
This should be a model for all Canadian companies
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Given the U.S.’ abhorrent and completely unjustified attacks on Canada that are hurting so many Canadians *and* Americans while destroying many, many years of friendship, I thought I’d reshare some cool Canadian games that deserve support. 🧵 🍁
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Canada rarely gets to play itself -- these games are changing that
From showcasing stunning landscapes to telling diverse stories, here's how developers are representing Canada in their games.
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The Narwhal @thenarwhal.ca · 20/08/2026
With cities across Ontario pushing back against AI data centre proposals, the Doug Ford government has released its plan for dealing with the new developments — and it’s open for public comment. Here’s @fatimabsyed.bsky.social with the details:
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Ontario’s AI data centre plan, explained | The Narwhal
As cities like Mississauga and Oakville, Ont., vote to block data centre development, the Doug Ford government has released its own playbook for the AI infrastructure
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
I wrote some thoughts about the Pixel 11. If you have any burning questions about Google's latest, drop me a line!
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
It's $15.59 CAD currently, which is an absolute steal for this excellent game. Go play Ambrosia Sky!
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Very good overview of Canada's Bill C-22 and the horrible privacy implications it will bring. You know its bad if Meta, the king of privacy violations, is raising concerns.
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Hey, Canadian friends. 👋 Canadian Blood Services is reporting a 20% drop in blood supply -- "well below" the usual summer dip. That's a weekly shortage of 1,500-2,500 appointments. Please consider donating if you're able! It's quick, smooth and helps save lives! www.blood.ca/en 1-888-2-DONATE
Canadian Blood Services July 22, 2026 news release. It's titled Blood supply drops 20%; donors needed now to replenish lifesaving essentials.
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
There is so much AI-generated slop in this Samsung Unpacked
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Gotta love when companies jam AI features into their apps and fill them with incorrect info. Like, Google Health wished me a happy birthday the other day... It wasn't my birthday.
Happy birthday message from Google Health
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Oof, this one hurts. I had my issues with OnePlus, but the company made some great phones over the years. I fondly remember getting the original OnePlus One back when it was only available via an invite system (as well as the limited bamboo backplate!). One of the best phones I ever owned.
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Stepping outside in Toronto be like:
A screenshot of the Yellow Sun from Saros on PS5
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Had a great chat with @digitalextremes.com president Sheldon Carter about weathering the live service storm with Warframe and Soulframe. Lots of valuable insight into messaging and community, the importance of multiplatform, and fun in-game Canadiana, including a hypothetical Canadian Warframe. 🍁
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How the Canadians behind Warframe and Soulframe keep going strong as other live service games struggle
Sheldon Carter, president of London, Ont.-based Digital Extremes, on how it's managed to grow even as other popular games have floundered.
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Fairly confident that if carriers wanted to deal with theft/fraud issues, they could do so without locking phones.
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Oof, that's a lot of loonies
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Richard Meredith @rtm223.me · 12/06/2026
"We're shipping so much more code with AI!" "Good, stable code?" "Oh heavens no. No no no. not at all. We couldn't possibly"
Various graphs related to AI coding adoption, titled "The Acceleration Whiplash"

Epics (features) : +66.2%
Features: +33.7%
Pull Requests: +16.2%
Code Churn: +861%
Incidents (per PR) : +242.7%
Monthly incidents: +57.9%
Bugs per developer: +54%
Bugs per PR: +28.7%
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
If there are any Canadian devs who are doing anything at Summer Game Fest or surrounding events, please feel free to reach out! 👋 I've already done a couple of interviews and plan to do my usual big Canadian games round-up, so any emails/DMs would be really helpful! (Since I'm not in LA this year.)
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Connected my Pixel Buds Pro 2 to a MacBook one time and they just... stopped working. Pairing with other devices kept failing, and only the right earbud would work when reconnecting them to my phone. Reset fixed the issue, but it was strange after years of use with virtually no problems like this.
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Reviewed Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2. If you can put up with a *lot* of pop-in (especially with NPC jump scares) it’s a solid port. Understandable concessions given Rebirth’s scale and beauty, though, and otherwise, the game remains absolutely incredible!
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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2 is a solid port of a must-play RPG
A variety of smaller technical concessions don't get in the way of preserving what counts in this port of Square Enix's masterful action-RPG.
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
I gave up on Destiny 2 a long time ago, but it was still my favourite game for many years. Sad to see it go. www.bungie.net/7/en/News/Ar...
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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
(1/4) By now it’s unsurprising that Carney’s Liberals are openly anti-worker, repeatedly caving to corporate interests and violating the right to strike through Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code. www.thestar.com/politics/fed...
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Carney government eying curbs on right to strike, labour leaders warn
The Carney government is contemplating changes to Canadian labour law that several unions say aims to designate more workplaces as "essential services" and curb the right to strike while undermining
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
It's the 15th anniversary of Montreal-based Outlast developer @redbarrels.bsky.social, so to celebrate, I spoke with co-founder Philippe Morin & other Canadian industry figures. 🍁 A deep dive into how a relatively small Canadian indie team has built a popular original franchise over all these years!
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How the Montreal studio behind Outlast has kept horror fresh for over a decade
Red Barrels and other Canadian industry figures reflect on how the studio created a popular and original horror IP -- all while remaining independent.
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Boo-rad Shankar @bradshankar.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
A trio of BioWare veterans have formed Edmonton-based Studio Reset, and their first game is a neon-noir mystery set in Canada. 🍁 Had a great chat with them about their X-Files inspirations, managing the scope of both their games and the studio, representing Canada in this debut project and more!
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Former BioWare devs open new studio, making noir mystery set in Canada
Edmonton-based Studio Reset on how they're building on their experience working on the likes of Mass Effect and Dragon Age.
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Public telecoms would fix a lot of what's wrong with Canada's telecom industry. perspectivesjournal.ca/rebuild-publ...
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Why Canada Should Rebuild Public Telecoms | Perspectives Journal
SaskTel and Thunder Bay Tel are living proof that the “public option” can operate successfully today in a competitive market, delivering service, employing union workers, and returning revenues to pub...
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
really love how if I don't print anything for a few days, my printer requires hours of troubleshooting before it will work again
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Jon Lamont @jonlamont.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
oh good!
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Michelle Cyca @michellecyca.com · 08/05/2026
personally I think it's a very big deal that the Canada bureau chief for the @nytimes.com — certainly one of the highest-paid journalists in the country — asked an unspecified "AI tool" what Poilievre said & published its AI-hallucinated quotes in her reporting.
Editors’ Note: May 1, 2026
This article was updated after The Times learned that a remark attributed to Pierre Poilievre, the Conservative leader, was in fact an A.I.-generated summary of his views about Canadian politics that A.I. rendered as a quotation. The reporter should have checked the accuracy of what the A.I. tool returned.  The article now accurately quotes from a speech delivered by Mr. Poilievre in April. He said, “My personal opinion is that when a member of Parliament goes back on the word they made to their constituents and switches parties, constituents should be able to petition to throw them out and have a byelection. That would put the people back in charge of our democracy rather than having dirty backroom Liberal deals by Mark Carney determine our destiny.” He did not refer to politicians who changed allegiances as turncoats in that speech.
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MobileSyrup @mobilesyrup.com · 08/05/2026
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon, MIT, Oxford and UCLA observed how critical thinking ability declined once people had AI taken away from them. mobilesyrup.com/2026/05/08/a...
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Study shows 'heavy cognitive cost' of relying on AI for even 10 minutes
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon, MIT, Oxford and UCLA observed how critical thinking ability declined once people had AI taken away from them.
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