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Friday
Apr122013

BlackBerry pushes for investigation from SEC and OSC on 'false return claims' by analysts

“Sales of the BlackBerry Z10 are meeting expectations and the data we have collected from our retail and carrier partners demonstrates that customers are satisfied with their devices,” says BlackBerry President and CEO Thorsten HeinsBy Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

After successfully launching the new BlackBerry Z10 and now readying to launch the BlackBerry Q10, BlackBerry is fighting hard to be competitive and sustain its comeback. So when analysts from Detwiler Fenton issued a statement yesterday claiming higher than usual return rates for the BlackBerry Z10 handsets, BlackBerry quickly refuted the claims and is now asking for a full scale inquiry from the Security and Exchange Comission as well as the Ontario Securities Commission.

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Thursday
Apr112013

Lululemon's Om Finder app finds yoga classes, builds community

Lululemon launched its new om finder app today exclusive to iOS devices. The app helps yoga lovers find great classes, follow amazing teachers and share yoga experiences with friends. This is a great Canadian innovation that focuses on users and their communities.

Tuesday
Apr092013

BlackBerry Z10 arrives at Videotron, Q10 to follow

The eagerly awaited BlackBerry Z10 smartphone will be available from Videotron as of tomorrow. The BlackBerry Z10 is the fastest and most advanced all touch smartphone that BlackBerry has ever produced. It delivers a uniquely smooth and seamless experience that constantly adapts to users’ needs. 

Videotron is also proud to announce that it will soon be adding the BlackBerry Q10 to its selection of BlackBerrydevices smartphones. The BlackBerry Q10 sports a timeless design that combines the power of a physical keyboard with the new BlackBerry 10. 

The state-of-the-art BlackBerry Q10 smartphone pricing and release date will be announced within weeks. Stay tuned. 

For more information on Videotron’s products and services, visit http://www.videotron.com/residential/mobile/devices-and-accessories# 

Monday
Apr082013

Pearson releases Android Programming: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide book

Android Programming: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide: is an introductory Android book for programmers with Java experience. Based on Big Nerd Ranch’s popular Android Bootcamp course, this guide will lead you through the wilderness using hands-on example apps combined with clear explanations of key concepts and APIs. This book focuses on practical techniques for developing apps compatible with all versions of Android widely used today. Write and run code every step of the way — creating apps that catalog crime scenes, browse photos, track your jogging route, and more. Each chapter and app has been designed and tested to provide the knowledge and experience you need to get started in Android development. The book is on sale now for $39.99.