Vdio comes to Canada

Rdio’s online video service, Vdio, is making its way to Canada after its official US and UK launch last June. It allows to buy, rent, and share your favorite shows and movies with friends and discover new things to watch.

You can try Vdio out on the Web or download the iPad app.

Find your ‘Droid with Android Device Manager

If losing your Android phone makes you feel like you’ll never find it again, the Android team is finally adding a service that will help you locate, and if necessary, remotely wipe your misplaced smartphone or tablet. 

The Android Device Manager can call your phone at maximum volume, even if it has been set to silent, and is going to be available later this month for devices running Android 2.2 and up. The app is going to be out soon as well. We’ll keep you posted on any news.

Source: Android Official Blog

Facebook updates app for BlackBerry 10

Facebook refreshes it BlackBerry app with a new look, enhanced photo and page admin functions, and new Facebook Chat options. Facebook version 10.2.1 for BlackBerry 10 now shows when your Facebook Messages have been sent and read and you can see which of your friends are online. You can set your Profile and Cover Photos right from the Camera app or within a Facebook photo album. Quick scrolling through your Newsfeed is possible and the Page Admin section also has a new look and feel.

You can experience the changes yourself by downloading the app from BlackBerry World. 

Nexus 7 (2013) Canadian pricing and Play Store availability confirmed

The ASUS-made Google Nexus 7 Android will be available to Canadians through the Google Play online marketplace starting August 13, and has started to appear in-store at Staples, Best Buy and Future Shop.

Pricing and availability will be 16GB Wi-Fi – SRP $229.00 and 32GB WiFi - SRP $269. No mention of the 4G-LTE or HSPA+ enabled model which is coming soon to the US.

Source: Google