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Google Hosts January 5 Event
by Billy on December 29, 2009

Today Google sent out invites for a press conference being held at their California HQ. The company has been quiet so far on details except that the event will be Android focused, as indicated by the invite.

Considering the news regarding the “Google Phone” or Nexus One in the last few weeks, it is very likely that the event will be a device unveiling.

If the device is showcased at the … Read More

Confirmed: No Android 1.6 For Rogers HTC Dream/Magic
by Billy on December 19, 2009

Get ready for a slap in the face Rogers customers.

For months we have all been wondering when Rogers/Google/HTC will release Android 1.6 for current Dream/Magic owners. Well, according to an article on the HTC website, Rogers Dream/Magic owners will not be officially getting the 1.6 update:

HTC is not currently planning any Android 1.6 upgrades for Rogers Dream or Magic. Android 1.6 was only made available for “Google”-branded devices such … Read More

Telus Drops HTC Hero Price To $49.99
by Billy on December 18, 2009

For the holidays, Telus has lowered the price of the HTC Hero to $49.99, which is down from $99.99. Telus customers will still require a 3-year agreement to receive the new pricing.

With $50 off the device, 6PM evenings free across Telus plans and no activation fee, this is not a bad deal for a Telus Android phone.

See the applications that are most important to you at home … Read More

Rogers Offers LG Eve For $0.99!

If you’ve been thinking about grabbing an Android device for the holidays, now may be a great time to jump onto the LG Eve with Rogers.

The LG Eve, normally $49.99 on a 3-year agreement, it being discounted to $0.99 on the same length term. In other words, the device is practically free. With 6PM evenings free across Rogers plans and no activation fee, this is a … Read More

Rogers Extends Handset Return Policy During Holidays
by Billy on December 15, 2009

If you have or are planning to purchase a device from Rogers Wireless between December 1 and December 31, 2009, note that Rogers has extended their return policy for those purchases until January 15 2010.

Extended Holiday Returns

Any Rogers device purchased between December 1 and December 31, 2009 may be returned to the point of purchase under the new Rogers extended return policy until January 15, 2010. However, do note the … Read More

Android Market Hits 20,000 Apps!

Google’s operating system Android is no longer the fledgling platform that it was when it launched. With 2010 approaching and many new Android devices coming, the OS is gaining ground very quickly.

One of the methods in which Android will continue to grow is through the Android Market and the availability of an increasing number of applications ranging from games to producitivity applications and many more.

A website called AndroLibRead More

WIND Mobile Network Launches This Wednesday
by Billy on December 14, 2009

Globalive was ready to launch, set up their stores and then was denied by the CRTC. Well, after many months of waiting, Globalive will officially be launching their wireless network WIND Mobile this Wednesday December 16, 2009!

Calgary and Toronto are going to be the launch markets, with more markets likely coming in 2010. Canadians can expect plan pricing and device availability this week.

Stores and various kiosks in both … Read More

50% OFF ZAGG Sitewide Sale: 24 Hours Only!

Hey Android owners, there’s a huge 50% off ZAGG sitewide sale and it starts today! It’s for 24 hours only, and it applies to every single ZAGG product! If you’re an Android owner in Canada, you can save 50% off the following invisibleSHIELDs (plus there are shields for other cellphones, laptops, cameras, etc, you name it!):

Rogers HTC Dream Full Body: $24.99—$12.49

Rogers HTC Magic Full Body: … Read More

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