Contest! Win a Moto G smartphone and case

We're giving away a Motorola Moto G smartphone on TELUS to one lucky reader. The Moto G just started selling in Canada today via TELUS and Koodo. It is also available from TELUS at Black’s, Cellular Point, The Mobile Shop and Walmart.  

The Moto G features a powerful Snapdragon 400 quad-core processor, 1GB of RAM, 8 GB of onboard storage plus 50 GB of free Google Drive storage. It also features a 5 megapixel camera, FM radio, all-day battery, removable backplates and colourful cases. Read our review of the Moto G here.

Contest rules:

Simply follow @CReviewer and @Motorola_CA on Twitter and tweet the following message, "I would love to win the powerful and long-lasting Moto G for from @Motorola_CA and @Creviewer!." 

 Contest is open to all residents of Canada and a winner will be picked on November 27th, 2013. Thanks and good luck to everyone who joins.

MediaFire offers 50GB free storage for new desktop app

File hosting site MediaFire takes an aim at Dropbox’s market with a new desktop app for Windows and OS X. MediaFire Desktop allows you to upload and share files directly from your desktop and gives you 50GB of free storage. However, CNet claims the maximum individual file size is set at 200MB and allows drag-and-drop uploading instead of syncing. It is important to note that if you won’t be uploading videos, then the file size cap should just be fine. 

Apple debuts Apple Store for iPad

Apple wants to make it easy for you to shop for, well, more Apple devices through your iPads. The Apple Store for iPad gives you high-resolution photos of the different Apple products and allows you to swipe, tap, and pinch to browse or buy said devices.

You can view product categories from a top menu that disappears as you browse. You can also search for items and purchase items and arrange for store pickup or home delivery. The app also updates you with information about workshops and events in the nearest Apple Store to you or helps you make an appointment with the Genius Bar.

Dropbox redesigns iOS app

Dropbox updates its iOS app to comply with the look of iOS 7 as well as add new improvements and features. Version 3.0 brings a new streamlined look to the iPad app, an updated the sharing process and PDF viewer, as well as support for AirDrop. The cloud storage app also fixed a few bugs to make it easier to do certain activities.