H&R Block leads the way with 100% free tax software

H&R Block Canada, Inc. recently unveiled its Download and Online Tax Software for Canadian tax filers. Backed by the promise being 100% free, H&R Block’s Download and Online Tax Software offer the assurance that everything from simple to complex returns can be completed.

Free also means that users can prepare, complete and NETFILE their returns free of restrictions and free of charge, regardless of income, job, age, or whether they’re a student, retiree or have a simple or complex return. 

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Apple acknowledges iOSs '1970 date bug,' promises fix in upcoming update

There's an iOS bug where users who set their device's date to 1970 or earlier end up with a bricked device or at least an iPhone or iPad that won't boot up until the battery dies. A fix in an upcoming software update will fix the bug which will render devices useless. Below is Apple's statement on the matter.

Apple’s comment on the situation is short, but it claims that the bug can cause iPhone crashing with any date before May 1970.

Manually changing the date to May 1970 or earlier can prevent your iOS device from turning on after a restart.

Source: Apple 

Review: Jaybird Reign Fitness Tracker

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

While Jaybird is well known as a maker of sports and activity focused wireless headphones, their latest product, the Jaybird Reign is a stylish all-day activity tracker that serves as a ‘power-meter,’ for your body.

The presentation, look and feel of the Jaybird Reign is quite premium and luxurious. The tiny sensor comes with a proprietary dongle, a microUSB to USB charging cable and a variety of bracelet types as well as various size bands right out of the box.

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The Apple Beat: Accessories that make iPhone photography better

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

The iPhone has been the most popular point-and-shoot camera for a number of years, which is remarkable for something that is a feature in a smartphone and not a standalone camera. The iPhone's strengths are speed, great photo AI that takes the best possible shots in most conditions and easy to use camera and editing software. Here are some great tools that make taking photos and video on an iPhone even better.

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