2022 Honda Odyssey Touring: It’ll take you on the road less traveled
Four guys heading up a slushy mountain for some pow, what could go wrong? 2022 Honda Odyssey A few weeks ago, a few friends and I decided to take a…
Trying Adobe’s Creative Cloud Express? What you need to know
Adobe tried to address a pain point with its Creative Cloud services, and that was to make a skinnier variant that would be less expensive to access. That’s where Creative…
Learning stuff on Skillshare? What you need to know
The old adage of “you learn something every day,” applies to a platform like Skillshare, which aims to teach all sorts of talents to anyone who signs up. This isn’t…
How kids can pursue art and drawing on their devices
Many kids like to draw and paint as a form of expression and learning, which they can pursue using the best drawing tools online. Whether you’re a parent or a…
Streaming on FuboTV? Here’s what you need to know
If you’re seeking a way to watch soccer routinely, FuboTV is one platform that devotes a lot of its content to the “beautiful game” for subscribers. That kind of aggregation…
Should students turn to Khan Academy as a learning tool?
Students often learn in the classroom, but online learning is taking on new dimensions, and Khan Academy has been at the forefront. Since Sal Khan founded it in 2008, Khan…
Loanz wants to loan you money when others won’t
Need to borrow some cash? Loanz is an online lender that can send up to $15,000 over to you in minutes if you qualify and read the fine print. Loanz…
Streaming docs on History Hit TV? What you need to know
Those who developed History Hit TV consider it “like Netflix for history” because of the breadth of documentary video and audio content available to stream. If you’ve never heard of…
Apps to help with addiction and mental health
Finding help may have once felt harder to find for addiction and mental health, but smartphone apps are opening doors in a number of ways. The Canadian Centre on Substance…
Thousands of comics on Marvel Unlimited? What you need to know
If you’re into the Marvel Comics Universe (MCU), the Marvel Unlimited app gives you a huge library of comic books to read through. Marvel says it’s over 28,000 comics and…
Collectibles are fast becoming assets you can invest in
Rather than stocks, bonds or other securities, some investors are looking at sports and pop culture collectibles as asset classes long-term. People have been collecting things for a long time,…
Want to stream sports on TSN? What you need to know
TSN has been synonymous with sports in Canada since the 1980s, and the network has a streaming option, should you want to tune in at your convenience. The timing couldn’t…
LARQ bottle cleans your drinking water using UV lights
Working from home or at a workplace means you can tap into your water supply anytime, and for a little extra cleanliness, a LARQ bottle uses its built-in UV lights…
How CLZ can organize your comic book collection
Whether you collected comic books in the past, or are immersed in the hobby today, the CLZ Comics app may be one of the easiest ways to keep them all…
Gaming on Apple Arcade? What you need to know
Playing games on an iPhone is hardly new, but Apple has put more of an emphasis on gaming with Apple Arcade. It’s easy enough to start playing, but is it…
How Fluidstance balances work for your office desk
We all know the perils of bad posture sitting at a desk, be it at home or an office, and standing up to work may be easier with a Fluidstance…
Zoho Mail may be the email host you’re looking for
Whether you’re running a small business with employees or doing it yourself as a sole proprietor, a good email host can be an important piece of the puzzle. This is…
Getting in on PlayStation Now? What you need to know
If it’s cloud gaming that you’re looking for, and you want Sony to deliver it, then PlayStation Now is your only option to try out right now. Let’s get some…
Gaming with PlayStation Plus? What you need to know
PlayStation Plus has been Sony’s online gaming presence for years, yet somehow still maintains an air of mystery to what it actually offers. Let me start off by making clear…
How Core gives you access to millions of free research papers
Doing research can be tedious, or it could be a fun exercise when the resources are easier to find, and that’s largely what Core tries to do at no cost….
Gaming on Xbox Game Pass? What you need to know
Streaming video games to play is what Xbox Game Pass is all about, and the service continues to mature, standing out as one of the best available. If you’ve never…
Want to stream Crave? What you need to know
Crave has come a long way since Bell first launched it as “Crave TV” in 2014, and no matter how you access it, its value really depends on what you…
Teracube 2e review
When was the last time you used a phone with a replaceable battery? That’s one of the pillars the budget-themed Teracube 2e stands by as a sustainable mobile alternative. You’ve…
Want to listen to audiobooks? Audible vs. Audiobooks.com
Not everyone is an avid reader, and audiobooks offer an alternative, but between Audible and Audiobooks.com, which one do you go with? It’s not as easy a decision as it…
Wise aims to be your currency converter and ‘borderless’ bank
Whether or not you’re working from home these days, if you’re earning income in more than one currency, Wise may be a way to streamline how you manage it all….
Want to listen to SoundCloud? What you need to know
Not all music streaming services are like SoundCloud, where the huge music library is as much about indie tunes as it is about all the commercial hits. Music streaming has…
Grammarly tries to make you a better writer
How much help would you accept to improve your writing ability? Grammarly says it can hold your hand along the way and help fix your mistakes every time. By now,…
Want to listen to TuneIn Radio? What you need to know
The death of radio has been greatly exaggerated if you consider how much the Internet expanded access, and TuneIn Radio is among the most popular. TuneIn streams a lot of…
Google Docs: It’s free, but is it worth your time?
It doesn’t usually take long to find a good word processor because so few options dominate the landscape, and that’s why Google Docs stands out. Google has built up Docs…
Speak clearer with better home office microphones
The explosion of virtual conferencing and video calls over the last 12 months has exposed the limitations of computer microphones with respect to audible clarity. If you’ve taken part in…
Want to back up on iCloud? What you need to know
Apple has long positioned its iCloud service as a surefire way to back up and protect your data as an iOS or Mac user. You can get some of that…
Want to stream Amazon Prime Video? What you need to know
Amazon Prime is known more for free shipping when buying stuff online, but the streaming video service stands out on its own for some obvious reasons. Prime Video plays in…
The Kingston Workflow Station Tested
The Kingston Workflow Station was announced at CES 2021, and it was a product that spoke directly to some of us on the team. Namely Robin, our videographer and editor,…
Streaming NHL Live? What you need to know
Pro hockey is back for the 2020-21 season, and NHL Live is the primary platform to bring most of the league’s games for the regular season and playoffs to your…
Using Canva to create graphics for your job or business
When you have no real experience with creating or designing graphics, you might appreciate a tool like Canva to do most of the work for you. That’s the premise behind…
Want to listen to Apple Music? What you need to know
When Apple acquired Beats, it took a big library of songs that became the Apple Music streaming service you know today. It’s big, and there’s a lot to hear, so…
TCL 6-Series TV (2020) review
TCL continues its strong case for making good TVs that cost less than competitors, and if you’re willing, the 6-Series is worth trying. Since TCL brought its TVs to Canada…
Want to listen to SiriusXM? What you need to know
SiriusXM made its name from exclusive content and relieving boredom during long commutes, but is it worth paying to keep on listening? Sirius and XM were once competitors until they…
Are We Still Impressed With the Google Nest Audio Smart Speaker?
It’s been a few weeks since Mike has gotten his hands on the Google Nest Audio. Since his initial unboxing and impressions, he’s had a chance to use it regularly…
Want to store and share photos on Flickr? What you need to know
People know Flickr as a photo storage and sharing platform, but the best parts need your money, so is it worth paying to subscribe? Flickr was once created by Canadian…
Want to stream Disney+? What you need to know
Disney+ has been a newer player in the video streaming space, but is there enough content to keep you paying for it? Unlike other platforms, like Apple TV+, for instance,…
How are the Logitech Master and MX Keys for multi-screen home offices?
Whether you’re self-employed running a business from home, or setting up something more permanent with multiple screens, Logitech’s MX Master mice and MX Keys keyboards may be one way to…
First Look: iPhone 12 Accessories from Logiix
With the launch of the iPhone 12 line of smartphones, Apple has stopped including a few key accessories in the box. We take a look at some options from Logiix…
Ready to check out Apple TV+? What you need to know
Apple TV+ turns a year old, and is getting better with an increase in content, but is it worth spending money to get the streaming service? When it first launched…
The best file-sharing options for desktop and mobile
It’s easier than ever to share and transfer files on both computers and mobile devices, but not every option is necessarily great at it. The best ones stand out for…
Unboxing the Roku Streambar
We finally got our hands on the new Streambar from Roku. This is a super compact soundbar that also sports a 4K streaming device inside. https://youtu.be/6UjYB3FhWbA Like all Roku products,…
Save money on your home phone with Ooma? What you need to know
It is 2020, but landlines are still a thing for at least 60% of Canadian households, and there’s a good chance many of them are paying too much for it….
Hands On: Apple iPhone 12 and 12 Pro
We’ve got the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro ahead of Apple’s release this Friday. Mike unboxes them and shares what’s new and the differences between the two models. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yelwi4xqYC8 While…
5 free PDF editors you can use right now
If you work with documents in an office, there’s a good chance you deal with PDFs. The ubiquitous file format is easy to manage, unless you have to edit it….
Samsung Buds Live or Apple AirPods Pro – Which One is Right For You?
The eternal battle between Samsung and Apple rages on in the wireless Bluetooth earbud-style headphone space. While Apple has a bit of a lead with the AirPods, Samsung has been…