Articles Tagged “Canada”

Samsung Galaxy Note making it’s way to Canada

by Alexander Maxham on Jan 18, 2012 2 Comments">2

Looks like the Galaxy Note is coming to Canada on Telus. Last week at CES 2012,when Samsung had announced that the Galaxy Note was heading to AT&T as a LTE device, they gave no indication that the Samsung Galaxy Note would land on Canadian soil. Telus already has the device listed as “coming soon” on its website, but an exact date for the LTE equipped device has not been given. But a sign-up page has been put up on Telus’ website. We wouldn’t take it as solid fact but the date listed on the Galaxy Note itself shows Feb. 23, which could possibly be …

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Galaxy Nexus headed towards Canada via Fido and Rogers

by Alexander Maxham on Jan 04, 2012 3 Comments">3

Good news for Android fans in Canada looking to score a Galaxy Nexus without paying full price for it. We all know by now the greatness of the Galaxy Nexus, there’s been a lot of coverage on it by us and every other Android blog in the universe, and soon Canadians can get some Galaxy Nexus love. Starting January 10th you will be able to get the Galaxy Nexus from Fido and Rogers in Canada and within a week it will be available at various stores in Canada. After The Galaxy Nexus launches at Rogers and Fido it will become …

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Best Android Smartphones in Canada for the Holidays

by Matthew Sabatini on Nov 26, 2011 1 Comments">1

With loads of new smartphones coming out and Black Friday in our rear-view mirror, your head is probably spinning looking at all of the different choices, and we are here to help! In this article, we’ll be looking at the best Android devices for our Canadian readers on Virgin Mobile, Telus, Rogers, and Bell. However, some of the devices listed below can be found in other countries as well. Galaxy Nexus Features Ultra-slim and curved design Android™ 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich with Android Market™ Single motion panoramic view and zero shutter lag Dual Core 1.2GHz Processor 4.65″” HD Super AMOLED …

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Is Bell About to Launch the Samsung Galaxy Nexus?

by Matthew Sabatini on Nov 16, 2011 2 Comments">2

Although Google and Samsung haven’t posted specific dates about the release of the Galaxy Nexus, worldwide carriers are beginning to come out with information. Mobile Syrup writes that they, “received an email from Bell, looks like the Galaxy Nexus is confirmed for an ‘early December’ availability.

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Galaxy Nexus (Prime) Heading to Canada Soon – Global Launch Imminent

by Darcy LaCouvee on Oct 17, 2011 2 Comments">2

The anticipation around the Nexus Prime aka Galaxy Nexus is about to reach epic levels, folks. With both Ice Cream Sandwich and the Galaxy Nexus unveiling set to happen in Hong Kong in less than 48 hours, all eyes are on Android now. Plus, with Apple users hearing reports that Siri offers limited functionality outside of the US, many early adopters are keen to see what Google has in store. According to sources familiar with the work of Android development team, “Ice Cream Sandwich is going to blow everyone away,” and we’ve no doubt. Anyway, getting back to the matter …

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Sony Tablet S Arriving on September 16th for $499. Will You Buy One?

by Lucian Armasu on Sep 06, 2011 3 Comments">3

Sony is one of the biggest consumer electronics companies in the world, and their products are usually pretty high-quality, at least compared to most other manufacturers. So as the tablet market was taking off, they couldn’t be left out of the game, and they decided to enter the market not with one, but two tablets, and try to make them as “different” as possible from their competitors. I’d say they succeeded doing that, but it remains to be seen if the customers will prefer their tablets over the ones from their competitors. The Sony Tablet S, which is the larger …

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Samsung Vibrant Galaxy S, HTC Desire Android phones now available in Canada

by Michelle Ruhfass on Aug 06, 2010 0 Comments">0

Two of the latest Android smartphones, the Samsung Vibrant and the HTC Desire, have been launched in Canada. Mobile users can pick up the Samsung Vibrant, a Galaxy S phone, on Bell for $79 with a three-service agreement or the Desire, which is available from Telus for $79.99 with a three-year service agreement. Those that want to buy the Android smartphones outright can plunk down $450 for the Desire and $499 for the Vibrant without a contract.

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Huawei U8100 Android smartphone lands

by Michelle Ruhfass on Aug 05, 2010 0 Comments">0

Wind in Canada has added a new smartphone to its roster of Android devices, the Huawei U8100. The U8100 is packed full of great features, including a full touchscreen display and virtual keyboard, 3.2mp camera/camcorder, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, social media connections including YouTube, FM radio, and access to the Android Market. The Huawei U8100 is available now with no service commitment for $160 (Canadian).

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Google Nexus One available for AT&T and Rogers now

by Michael Oryl on Mar 16, 2010 0 Comments">0

Though Google has yet to make any kind of official announcement, a new version of the Google Nexus One Android smartphone that is compatible with AT&T and Rogers 3G networks is now available on the Google website. You can see it on the order form here. There’s no option to buy the phone with service at this time, but if you have the US$529 required for the unlocked version’s purchase price, and you need that 850/1900MHz 3G goodness, then here’s your chance.

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Motorola sends three MOTOBLUR handsets to Canada

by Kelly Hodgkins on Mar 04, 2010 0 Comments">0

Good news for Canadians on Wednesday as Motorola announced that it is bringing three MOTOBLUR handsets to Canada with all the major wireless carriers. All three devices have been previously announced and include the Motorola DEXT (CLIQ), the Motorola BACKFLIP, and the Motorola QUENCH (CLIQ XT). Despite their common MOTOBLUR interface, each handset offers something different for the Canadian Android user- the DEXT features a side sliding QWERTY keyboard, the BACKFLIP offers an unusual, backwards-folding, external QWERTY keyboard and the QUENCH sheds the physical keyboard and adopts a full touchscreen design. If you need a refresher on each handset, check …

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Samsung Galaxy lands at Bell – $99 with a three year contract

by Susan Ellery on Dec 10, 2009 0 Comments">0

Right on time, Bell officially launched its first Android handset, the Samsung Galaxy. The Bell-branded Galaxy offers a 3.2 inch AMOLED screen, a 5MP camera with autofocus and LED flash, WiFi, Bluetooth 2.0, microSD slot (up to 32GB), a 3.5mm headphone jack, and Android 1.5. All this and more can be had for $99 with a three year contract. Any Canadian readers out there who are going to take the plunge? [via MobileSyrup]

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Motorola Droid sells 100,000 units, coming to Germany and Canada

by James Tromans on Nov 11, 2009 0 Comments">0

The Motorola Droid reviewed by Michael last week is heading to Europe and also Canada (exclusively on Telus) as the Motorola Milestone. The Motorola Droid is estimated to have sold over 100,000 units during its opening weekend with Verizon, which according to Mark McKechnie with Broadpoint AmTech should hopefully see Motorola back to an operating profit sometime next year . O2 Germany have recently announced the Milestone which will be available for €549,99 on a range of tariffs including unlimited calls to landline and other O2 Germany Network devices. Some of the differences between the Milestone and the Droid include …

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Rogers gets Dream/G1 with Exchange support, but no Google branding

by Michael Oryl on May 25, 2009 0 Comments">0

Canadian carrier Rogers has just trotted out its own version of the HTC Dream / T-Mobile G1. This version of the Dream comes without the “with Google” on the back, and as such HTC was free to load its own build of Android 1.5 (Cupcake) on the phone that includes such goodies as a Microsoft Exchange client. You’ll find a few more photos after the jump, but head on over to Engadget Mobile to see the full gallery.

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