CIAS 2025: BMW Group Creates “Level ///M” Takeover

BMW Group Canada is coming to the Canadian International AutoShow in a big way! Taking over Level 600 of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre’s South Building, BMW is presenting an expansive and immersive M-themed display. The brand will showcase an impressive lineup of vehicles, including the all-new, Canadian-favourite X3 M50, the M4 CS and the all-new M5 Touring, which is making its Canadian debut. Adding to the excitement, MINI Canada will also make its much-anticipated return to the show.

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YouTube introduces Discord-esque Communities feature

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YouTube is rolling out its new Communities feature, designed to foster closer connections between creators and viewers. Similar to Discord, Communities provides dedicated spaces on channels for conversations and shared posts.

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Sonos Era 100 Pro & new Zones feature now available

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Sonos announced the availability of its first speaker designed specifically for professional installers: the Era 100 Pro. This Ethernet-powered speaker is sold in pairs through authorized Sonos installation partners. Pricing is set by these partners, with one Toronto installer estimating a price of $409 each, or $499 CAD with a wall mount. Buyers should note the Era 100 Pro requires a powered Ethernet connection because it won't work with typical wired home networks.

Alongside the new speaker, Sonos has introduced Zones in its app. This new feature allows for the creation of semi-permanent speaker collections of up to 16 compatible devices, simplifying control in commercial settings. Zones offer synchronized content and volume, with individual speaker trim and EQ adjustments. 

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Pixel phones get enhanced security with Google's Identity Check

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Google has rolled out its new Identity Check security feature to Pixel phones. This added layer of protection requires you to verify your identity with biometrics and a PIN or password when attempting to change key settings outside of designated "trusted places."

This feature is designed to thwart thieves by making it significantly harder for them to access sensitive information like app passwords, change your PIN, or disable Find My Device. You can designate trusted locations, such as your home or office, where standard authentication methods are sufficient.

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