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ChrisD.ca Launches New Mobile Website

April 17, 2012 09:00 AM in Site News • 0 Comments

ChrisD.ca has launched a new version of our popular mobile website, streamlining our previous mobile-friendly format we debuted last June.

The new site caters to users of the iPhone, iPod, iPad, BlackBerry, Android, Windows smartphones and select HTC and Samsung handsets.

The day’s stories will be displayed in an organized manner like before, but will load much faster. We’ve also changed the way embedded video plays within stories, making it easier to return to the story you were reading before viewing our HTML5 video content.

Readers can also submit news tips and photos/videos directly from their device using a dedicated address by clicking the “Email” button under the menu bar.

The site is available by simply typing ChrisD.ca into your mobile browser.

Winnipeg Jets Release Official Smartphone App

March 13, 2012 07:03 PM in Sports • 2 Comments

A screen shot from the Winnipeg Jets smartphone app. (CHRISD.CA)

Winnipeg Jets fans will have another way to keep tabs on their favourite NHL team now that an official smartphone app has hit the market.

The Winnipeg Jets App was pushed through to Apple’s App Store on Tuesday and is available for iPhone, iPad, BlackBerry and Android devices.

The MTS-powered app will be officially unveiled during a news conference slated for Wednesday, but that hasn’t stopped some eager fans from downloading it early.

Content includes game scores and statistics, news, photos, videos, the team’s season schedule, the ability to purchase game tickets, player bios and even a Fan Noise function to measure the decibels of the noise around you during games.

The app is free for download by searching “Winnipeg Jets” in your device’s app store and works with all carriers.

Made-in-Winnipeg App Gives Users ‘Musical Democracy’

February 22, 2012 07:55 AM in News • 0 Comments

Anthm iPhone app (HANDOUT)

A new Winnipeg-made smartphone app for the Apple iPhone allows users to control the music being played in their location when they create or join location-based parties.

Anthm is a free app powered by Rdio, a streaming music service, and can handle requests from any of the 12 million songs available on the on-demand service.

“Musical democracy is our way of giving people control over the music they hear in public places,” said Ben Myers, co-founder of Anthm. “Today’s technologies are too powerful for people to be listening to songs they don’t like. Anthm finally puts people in control of the music.”

Anthm’s voting mechanics allow people to vote songs in the queue up or down, with the highest voted song becoming the next to play. Called a “21st century jukebox,” it gives people the opportunity to collaboratively curate an evolving party playlist.

The app is free to download at AnthmApp.com.

MTS Bringing iPhone 4S to Market on Friday

October 27, 2011 07:14 AM in News • 0 Comments

Apple iPhone 4S (HANDOUT)

MTS will bring Apple’s iPhone 4S to its customers beginning Friday — two weeks after the company’s competitors launched the new smartphone.

The iPhone 4S will be $159.99 for the 16GB model, $269.99 for the 32GB model and $369.99 for the 64GB model from MTS Connect retail stores. iPhone 4 will cost $49.99 for the 8GB model.

The upgraded device features a dual-core A5 chip, a new 8 megapixel camera, full 1080p HD resolution video recording, and Siri, the popular voice command virtual assistant.

Data plans for the iPhone 4S start at $45.

Asper School Launches Smartphone App

September 25, 2011 07:14 AM in News • 2 Comments

Posted by Brian Schultz

The Asper School of Business has launched a mobile app to keep students and the public updated with its activities at the University of Manitoba.

Similar to the university’s own app, this app will post important academic dates, school events, networking activities, career opportunities, and other timely information.

The app is broken down into sections for easy navigation, including Asper Alumni, Career Development Centre, Co-operative Education Program, International Exchange, MBA, Stu Clark Centre for Entrepreneurship, Undergraduate Program, and the Transport Institute.

The “Asper School of Business App” (iTunes) is a free download for iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and BlackBerry devices.

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Michael Benarroch was named the new Dean of the I.H. Asper School of Business on Friday and will assume the role on November 15.

CIS Sports Now Streaming on Mobile Devices

August 26, 2011 07:23 AM in Sports • 0 Comments

This season, Canadian universities will be able to target mobile users to watch their teams’ athletics.

The Canada West Universities Athletic Association has made live streaming of its game available on the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.

CanadaWest.TV is a partnership with Stretch Internet, and will make it easier for fans to watch CIS basketball, volleyball, football and hockey on their mobile devices.

The University of Manitoba Bisons will have their own games on the service, with the first being Bison football facing the Regina Rams on Saturday in pre-season action.

The first regular season game to be streamed will be football, with the UBC Thunderbirds playing the Rams at Mosaic Stadium on September 2.

Manitoba’s portal can be viewed by clicking here.

Folklorama Launches Smartphone App for iOS

July 19, 2011 09:55 AM in News • 3 Comments

Folklorama is making it easier this year for people to find their way to pavilions.

Organizers behind the annual multicultural event launched a smartphone app on Tuesday — designed for iPhone and iPad. The free app is available for download from the App Store, and a BlackBerry version will be available soon.

The app mirrors information found in the printed Folklorama Travel Guide, listing pavilion hours, show times, and added features for users to interact with the app. Users can also rate and track pavilions they’ve visited in the MyFolklorama section.

The GPS-enabled app can also provide directions to all of the pavilions and show users the pavilions nearest to their location.

The app was designed by Winnipeg-based Honest Agency.

Folklorama runs July 31 to August 13. A launch previewing this year’s pavilions will be held Thursday at noon under the canopy at The Forks.

iPhone Case Includes Slide Out Bottle Opener

July 8, 2011 07:28 AM in News • 0 Comments

Two Australian entrepreneurs have come up with an idea that will keep iPhone owners refreshed whenever they want a beverage.

Called Opena, the device is a hardshell case that fits around an iPhone and includes a trusty bottle opener on the back.

“Basically, Australians are fairly heavy drinkers, as you may or may not know,” Chris Peters, a Melbourned-based industrial designer told news agency Reuters in an interview. Peters created the concept with the help of former toolmaker Rob Ward.

Peters said there was a few glitches in the early stages of testing, such as making sure foam from opening a beer didn’t damage the iPhone, didn’t scratch the casing, and to make sure there was no pressure put on the iPhone from using the opener.

Feedback for Opena has been mostly positive, but there have been a few skeptics who have voiced their opinions on the company’s Facebook page.

U of M Launches Smartphone App for Students

July 7, 2011 06:44 AM in News • 1 Comment

The University of Manitoba has launched a smartphone app for students to check their grades, schedules and navigate themselves on campus.

The UManitoba mobile app is available for iPhone, iPad and Android devices.

An in-house team at the university designed the app from scratch, which also includes the ability to search library catalogues, viewing real-time bus departures from campus and helps students find the nearest food venue.

While the app focuses on assisting students, it will also benefit staff, alumni and campus visitors.

Earlier this year, the U of M launched an app for university news.

MTS to Offer Unlimited Data with iPhone 4: Report

April 23, 2011 07:15 AM in News • 10 Comments

Posted by David Klassen

MTS hasn’t officially unveiled plans and pricing for the iPhone 4 just yet, but Apple watchers have apparently found out what customers can expect on April 26.

According to iPhoneinCanada.ca, when MTS introduces the iPhone 4, they will offer an unlimited data plan for $74.99 a month, or $69.99 a month when bundled with other services.

The plan is rumoured to include 350 daytime minutes, and unlimited calling between MTS customers within Manitoba. Included features will be unlimited text/picture/video messaging and unlimited evenings and weekends beginning at 6 p.m.

The most popular feature of the plan is obviously the unlimited data, which will also give users the ability to tether.

Phone pricing will reportedly be based on a three-year contract at $159/$269 for the 16/32 GB model.

Critics argue signing a three-year contract for a device that’s nearly a year old is a bad move. The iPhone 5 is expected to come out in the fall.

MTS to Launch iPhone 4 on April 26

April 19, 2011 03:57 PM in News • 1 Comment

After announcing the iPhone 4 would eventually be coming to their network, MTS will bring the popular Apple smartphone to its customers on Tuesday, April 26.

“We are thrilled to be launching iPhone 4 and we know many of our customers have been patiently waiting for this day,” said MTS President Kelvin Shepherd. “With our unlimited data plans and free
access to all MTS Wi-Fi Hotspots, we believe our customers will benefit from the best iPhone tariffs in Manitoba.”

Pricing for the device hasn’t yet been released.

Apple has been rumoured to be holding off with their annual iPhone launch this summer to bring out a white iPhone 4, which has been held up due to production delays. Tech analysts believe the iPhone 5 will be released sometime in the fall, or early in 2012.

MTS to Begin Carrying the iPhone

February 10, 2011 08:15 AM in News • 17 Comments

MTS customers will get a treat when Manitoba’s largest wireless carrier begins selling the Apple iPhone 4 in the “coming months.”

In a brief news release Thursday, MTS didn’t provide many details about the launch, only to give a background on the phone itself.

Customers have been waiting patiently for the company to begin selling the device. Currently, only Rogers and Fido offer the iPhone in the province.

The debut of Apple’s smartphone will likely coincide with the launch of MTS’ HSPA network on March 31, which will handle newer devices at a faster speed. However, no definite date has been given.

No prices or information on data plans were released.

When reached for comment, a spokesperson for MTS told ChrisD.ca, “At this time, we are not providing any further details on today’s announcement. As I am sure you can appreciate, the wireless market in Manitoba is very competitive and as a matter of course, we don’t comment on our product roadmap and plans.”

The announcement from MTS comes on the same day Verizon launches the iPhone on their network in the U.S., rivaling competitor AT&T, who had exclusivity on the device until recently.

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