OnePlus introduces a referral program ahead of the OnePlus 5’s release

 

With the release of the OnePlus 5 just weeks away, OnePlus is taking a unique approach to capitalize on the launch of the new device. Instead of trying the catastrophic invite system during the launch of its first two devices, OnePlus opted to introduce a new referral program that is open to anyone who as bought or plans to buy a OnePlus smartphone. To be part of this program, you would need to make the purchase from OnePlus’ site. From there you’ll get a unique referral code that can be given to anyone who has plans on buying one of their devices. Your friend then gets a US$20 discount on accessories for the new device.

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Google offering four free months of Play Music access to new subscribers

Google is giving away one extra month free for new subscribers to its Play Music service. It’s usually a 90-day free trial but they seem to be trying something different for now. There isn’t any indication this would be a permanent thing or it’ll be something temporary but if you’re thinking of using Google’s music subscription service, now might be the best time to try it out.

You can scan up to 50,000 songs from Google’s music library. There is a free tier of the service but it comes with ads. If you pay US$9.99 per month or $14.99 for a family account, you won’t be hearing ads and you get to listen to over 35 million songs, download these music for offline listening, and have access to YouTube Red.

Source: The Verge

Review: BlackBerry Mobile KEYone

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

It’s mid-2017 and there’s a BlackBerry smartphone that’s turning heads and making waves. The Android powered KEYone brings BlackBerrys bag of tricks to a new form factor, and possibly, a new generation of users.

With sterling build and materials, legendary security and encryption, as well as a surprisingly capable 12-megapixel camera, this is a messaging tool that merits notice.

Like many, I approached the news of the KEYOne with great skepticism. BlackBerry, after all, no longer makes smartphones. They’ve licensed the brand and intellectual property to other companies and TCL's track record with the uninspiring DTEK smartphones cast doubt they could offer anything compelling. Earlier models from this licensee, after all, were rebadged Alcatel smartphones. BlackBerry handsets seemed to be all but lost.

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Canadian Reviewer Weekly Roundup 05/21-05/27

First look: BlackBerry KEYone

ROLI NOISE comes to Android, with a few caveats

Mophie brings Qi wireless charging to the Pixel XL

DJI will ground your drone if you don’t register it on its site

Microsoft unveils lighter, faster and more powerful Surface Pro tablet

Nokia and Apple resolve IP dispute, enter into business partnerships

‘Top Gun 2’ is finally a go

EV2017VÉ is the most important annual conference in the EV industry in Canada

Huawei P10 and P10 Plus smartphones coming to Canada on June 6

eSports content coming Sportsnet NOW and Sportsnet 360

Netflix original ‘The Get Down’ gets canceled after a season

TP-Link Canada launches Deco M5 whole-home mesh Wi-Fi system

3D Metal print technology becoming an affordable option for all

The Belkin Wemo Bridge will bring compatibility to Apple’s HomeKit this fall

Spidey gets techie in new ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ trailers

Apple bolsters News app initiative by hiring New York magazine's Laura Kern as 'Editor in Chief'

Mixer is Microsoft's answer to Twitch and YouTube gaming

Early LG V30 renders show a secondary slide-out display