Apple's Online Store goes down in anticipation of new product announcements

San Francisco: Apple's Online Store has been taken down in preparation for today's Special Event where new iPhones are expected to be announced (and likely ready for pre-order). Apple is holding an event here in downtown San Francisco today which is expected to be focused on iOS 9 and the new iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. The size of the venue, plus numerous hints that this will be a 'big' launch event has generated a lot of buzz for other, unexpected revelations.

Apple Watch and watchOS 2.0 OS is expected to make a splash today, while many believe that Apple TV will be getting a big update in terms of hardware, software as well as content services. Other rumours focus on a larger iPad Pro, even if Apple traditionally holds a separate and iPad and Mac-specific October event. Stay tuned for more coverage today from the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco.

Apple to livestream tomorrow's Special Event

Apple has announced that it will livestream tomorrow's Special Event which takes place at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in downtown San Francisco. The event begins at 10 a.m. PDT and a link should be accessible from Apple.com.

Requirements for the  Live stream, which uses Apple’s HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) technology are an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with Safari on iOS 7.0 or later, a Mac with Safari 6.0.5 or later on OS X v10.8.5 or later, or a PC with Microsoft Edge on Windows 10. Streaming via Apple TV requires a second- or third-generation Apple TV with software 6.2 or later.  The evant is expected to focus on iOS 9, new iPhones and possibly announcements pertaining to new AppleTVs or iPads. Canadian Reviewer is on site and will be reporting from the event.

TomTom's Spark wearable focuses on music, monitoring and motivation for fitness

TomTom just launched the TomTom Spark, its GPS Fitness Watch featuring on-board music and Bluetoothconnectivity to help fitness enthusiasts at any level get motivated, achieve their best and track their progress – all from one easy-to-use, wearable device. 

With TomTom Spark, users can listen to their favorite music mixes while tracking their steps, miles and calories burned and monitoring their heart rate for an optimal workout – leaving behind their cellphone and single-minded fitness trackers. 

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Motorola unveils three new Moto 360 smartwatch lines coming to Canada this fall

Text and photos by Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

New York – Motorola has unveiled three new lines for Moto 360 smartwatch. Moto 360 now comes in two sizes at 42mm and 46mm, with specific models for men and women as well as an upcoming Moto 360 Sport edition, which features a standalone GPS. Bundling in the best of Android Wear, Motorola's own intuitive software as well as health-tracking features, Moto 360 aims to cater to all users and lifestyles.

“With the second generation, we’ve refined the classic and timeless design and created a watch collection specifically designed for men, women and fitness enthusiasts,” Motorola said in aan accompanying press release.

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