Flipboard preps video ads for news reading app

If you thought being on Flipboard meant you wouldn’t be bombarded by random, annoying video ads, then that is about to change real soon. They are now rolling out full-page video ads through a pilot program. You will be able to see promo clips from the likes of Sony Pictures when you browse through News or Entertainment. If all things go well, then the pilot will be expanded on November 1^st. We’re not sure we are keen about this new idea but at least these ads won’t autoplay and scare you in the middle of the night while you browse or something.

Source: Flipboard | Via: Engadget

OS X Yosemite Public Beta 3 released

OS X Yosemite Public Beta 3 and the correspoding developer preview 8 have already been released. For beta testers, the Yosemite Public Beta file is 1.63 GB and can be accessed by running Software Update on the Mac. Check back in a few days for our overview of the latest beta release and how it integrates with iOS 8, which is expected to drop on September 17th!

iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus reservations now open at Rogers

Rogers customers can now reserve the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus using the online Rogers Reservation System. While supplies last, customers who reserve will receive a free Logiix Bluetooth Speaker when they pick up their device in-store ($49.99 value). For more information, visit rogers.com/iphone

Samsung's Galaxy S5 Active features shock, water and dust resistant casing

Samsung is releasing the tough and rugged variant of its popular flagship smartphone. The Galaxy S5 Active features a shock, water and dust resistant casing. It also sports a 2.5GHz quad-core processor, a heart-rate monitor and the S Health app, make it easy to track your fitness progress while counting your steps and receiving on-demand nutrition tips. Hit jump for the official release and more details. The Samsung Galaxy S5.Active will come in Titanium Grey and will be available at select retailers in Canada starting September 15^th.

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