Telus is powering up its ultra-fast 5G network to 12 more Manitoba communities.
Telus Expanding 5G to 12 Manitoba Communities
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Rogers Says Disruptive Wireless Outage Caused by Ericsson Software Update
Rogers Communications Inc. said it could be hours before it fixes a massive wireless outage it says was caused by a software update from Ericsson.
Manitoba NDP Eye New Crown Corporation to Boost Rural, Northern Cell and Internet
WINNIPEG — Manitoba Opposition New Democrats are promising to create a Crown corporation to improve internet and cellular service in northern and rural areas, if they win the next election in 2023.
Canadians’ Interactions with Each Other Significantly Reduced: Cellphone Data Study
TORONTO — Canadians dramatically altered their behaviour by permanently reducing their interactions with others even as they began moving around more during the pandemic, a new study of cellphone data suggests.
Canada’s COVID-19 Exposure App Now Available in Manitoba
A smartphone app that notifies users of potential exposure to COVID-19 is now available in Manitoba.
Man Charged After Placing 47 Phony Calls to 911: Police
Winnipeg police have arrested a man after he allegedly placed 47 fraudulent calls to 911 over a nearly two-year period.
COVID Alert App a Help Even If It Works Only on Newer Phones: Tam
OTTAWA — Answering criticism that the federal “COVID Alert” app only works on newer smartphones, Dr. Theresa Tam says it’s one of many tools in fighting the novel coronavirus.
Canadians Can Now Download New COVID-19 Exposure-Alert App
OTTAWA — Canadians can now begin downloading a voluntary smartphone app meant to warn users they’ve been near someone who tests positive for COVID-19.
Manitoba to Expand Broadband to Rural, Northern Communities
WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is looking to expand broadband communications to more rural and northern communities.
How Well Can Cell Phones Carry COVID-19? Disinfecting May Be Wise
Protective measures against COVID-19 have been preached daily since the onset of the pandemic — wash your hands, keep your distance, stop touching your face.
Children’s Hospital Receives Anonymous Donation of Tablets, Smartphones
WINNIPEG — With visits to the HSC Winnipeg Children’s Hospital restricted due to COVID-19 (coronavirus), young patients are finding comfort in technology, thanks to an anonymous donation.
Ottawa Gives Big 3 Telcos Two Years to Bring Down Wireless Prices
TORONTO — The federal government is giving Canada’s three largest wireless carriers two years to bring prices down by 25 per cent and is setting aside spectrum in an upcoming auction in order to further boost competition.
