MESH 2012 drew Canada’s IT and Web insiders to the Allstream Centre for networking and discussion on the cutting edge of their field. Plenty of attendees had travelled far and wide across North America to attend what has become a staple for the industry. Clay A. Johnson (right) on Day 1 of MESH MESH was founded […]
Category: Technology & Gadgets
Wallet? Phone Case? Wone Case?
At a recent preview for Banana Republic’s Fall/Winter 2012-2013 pieces, I spotted this very interesting accessory. What I originally thought was a wallet is actually not – or at least, not exactly one. Of course, I should have figured it out since it was placed with iPad cases rather than bags. It is, in fact, […]
Stollery’s Going to Become an Apple Flagship Store?
This has both been reported and refuted over at Urban Toronto and Macrumors. However, if true, it’s a great idea. Stollery’s is old and tired and looking more and more out of place as the Bloor-Yorkville area develops. It might for many, but with new condos being built and trendier stores moving in, it’s time […]
Design Exchange Honours Three of Canada’s Best
Binary, The Design Exchange (DX) 2011 annual Black & White Fundraising Gala, was better than ever this year. The Honorees were a Canadian Triple Threat with rockstar product designer Karim Rashid honoured alongside his brother architect Hani Rashid, as well as Hani’s wife and business partner Lise Anne Couture. Joyce Rachid portrait DX is Canada’s […]
Apple Announces the iPhone 4S
The new iPhone has been announced. The new device, called the iPhone 4S (much to the disappointment of iFans), will be available in several countries, including Canada, the US, Australia, Japan and the UK on October 14 and by the end of the year everywhere else. This operating system, which was discussed at an Apple […]
Sony’s New Blogger-Friendly Cameras!
A few days ago, Sony announced several new interchangeable lens devices, including two from their compact NEX line – tiny, lightweight cameras that work almost like full-fledged DSLRs, complete with lens changes. Compact interchangeable lens cameras are a growing market, especially for people who don’t want a point-and-shoot, yet don’t feel that DSLRs are for […]
iCloud, iOS5 and other Apple announcements at WDDC 2011
With Steve Jobs as the keynote speaker, Apple recently unveiled several new products, including iCloud (a file storing system that was probably influenced by Google docs – allows you to store files and can be accessed on any Apple product you own) at their World Wide Developers’ Conference (WWDC 2011). Users can even access music […]
MESH Conference 2011 Review
Once a year, Canada’s IT and Web insiders get together annually in Toronto to listen to cutting edge speakers and network. MESH was founded in 2006 by five enthusiasts for the “Web and all the next-generation things happening.” These five founders are Mark Evans (Principal, ME Consulting), Mathew Ingram (Senior Writer, GigaOm.com), Mike McDerment (CEO, […]
Apps On Their Way Out? Maybe!
The biggest complaint for Playbook, other than the lack of a native e-mail client are the lack of apps. However, after having the chance to play with the latest tablet to hit the markets, the lack of apps doesn’t really hinder in the device’s performance. Non-organization or gaming apps are used on handheld devices, whether […]
RIM’s Playbook Gets Mixed Reviews
According to reports, Research in Motion’s Playbook, which will be released to the public on Tuesday, has been receiving not-so-great reviews from critics. While many love the device’s ability to run Flash sites and its fast browser, many did not like the fact that there was no native e-mail application nor did it have the […]