Samsung ATIV SE

Verizon Wireless launches Samsung ATIV SE

2014/04/06By Jerome Skalnik

Samsung ATIV SE

On the heels of Microsoft’s announcement of Windows Phone 8.1 at Build 2014, Samsung and Verizon unveiled the Samsung ATIV SE. As expected, it is reminiscent of the Samsung Galaxy S4, down to the fake brushed metal finish on the back.. As more recent rumours had suggested, it will ship with Windows Phone 8 though. Add familiarity to your mobile […]

Samsung ATIV SE to launch without Windows Phone 8.1

2014/03/31By Jerome Skalnik

Rumoured Samsung ATIV SE

While Microsoft is widely expected to unveil Windows Phone 8.1 at its Build 2014 conference later this week, at least one smartphone that will launch next month looks set to do so with the older Windows Phone 8 onboard. Citing “sources familiar with Verizon’s plans,” The Verge reports that the Samsung ATIV SE will ship with Windows Phone 8 with […]

Samsung ATIV SE for Verizon Wireless gets leaked

2014/03/17By Jerome Skalnik

Rumoured Samsung ATIV SE

Samsung’s next Windows Phone smartphone has been the topic of a number of rumours already. A press render of the upcoming device has now been revealed by the usually reliable @evleaks along with what could be its official name. Called the Samsunt ATIV SE, the branding on the new image effectively confirms that it is bound for Verizon Wireless. It […]

Rogers files court injunction to block GLENTEL sale to Bell

BCE’s plan to acquire GLENTEL, a Canadian mobile products distributor, has hit a speed bump. Rogers Communications this week filed an injunction with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice to block the CA$670 million deal. It claims that its agreement with GLENTEL requires that the distributor obtain approval from Rogers before it can proceed with the acquisition. GLENTEL today responded and […]

TAG Heuer Carrera - Heuer 01

Tag Heuer Carrera Wearable 01 to be unveiled on November 9th

Tag Heuer announced at Baselworld 2015 that it would partner with Google and Intel for its first smartwatch. Company CEO Jean-Claude Biver yesterday told CNBC that the Tag Heuer Carrera Wearable 01 (based on the TAG Heuer Carrera – Heuer 01 pictured above) will be formally unveiled on November 9th in New York. The success of the Apple Watch is already having an effect […]

A closer look at the Rogers Vicinity rewards program

Introduction Have a look in your purse or wallet right now. Chances are that you have more than one loyalty card in there. You probably also have a few punch cards tracking your purchases as you work your way towards a discount or that free coffee or sandwich at your favourite local shop. For example, my own wallet holds five […]

"Value tier" Moto 360 concept

Concept Sunday: Cancelled “value-tier” Moto 360 concept

Motorola this week unveiled its new Moto 360 Collection. Last year’s smartwatch has grown into a line consisting of three different models. Along with a new 46mm model, there is now a smaller 42mm model and a more rugged model, the Moto 360 Sport, geared at more active users. Under different circumstances, there might also have been a cheaper model geared […]

Discommon Goods Watch Wallet

Discommon Goods Watch Wallet for your travels

It can sometimes be difficult to keep track of all of your important but small items when travelling. As if keeping track of essentials like your passport and credit cards was not enough, add a couple of watches (you’ve got to have the right watch for every occasion after all) and you may be wondering how best to carry everything in a convenient […]