Entries by Nicole Batac (11706)

Wednesday
Feb122025

What we know about the Apple iPhone SE

Leaked images and rumours suggest the 2025 iPhone SE will feature a notch and a single rear camera (Image: Majin Bu)

Apple is expected to announce a redesigned iPhone SE this week, potentially shaking up its budget-friendly lineup. Rumours point to a website announcement, likely Tuesday or Wednesday morning rather than a full event.

The new SE is anticipated to ditch the home button and thick bezels for a design similar to the iPhone 14, complete with Face ID in a notch and a larger 6.1-inch OLED screen. Other rumoured features include a customizable Action button, a single rear camera (possibly upgraded to 48 megapixels), and a USB-C port. 

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Tuesday
Feb112025

JetBlue and GeoGuessr team up for Guess-tination game 

Photo: JetBlue

JetBlue has partnered with online geography game GeoGuessr to create Guess-tination, a free, JetBlue-branded game launching in February. The game will allow players to explore 10 JetBlue destinations and learn about fares. A teaser version of Guess-tination, featuring five JetBlue destinations, is currently available on the GeoGuessr website.

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Tuesday
Feb112025

Beatbot's AI-powered AquaSense 2 pool cleaners now available

Photo: Beatbot

Beatbot unveiled its AquaSense 2 series robotic pool cleaners at CES 2025, and the innovative devices are available for purchase starting today. The series features three models, starting at US$1,499 (around CA$2,142), designed for above-ground and in-ground pools up to 300 square meters. Each model boasts an array of sensors for comprehensive pool cleaning.

The top-of-the-line AquaSense 2 Ultra, priced at $3,450 (~CA$4,930), features HybridSense AI Pool Mapping. This advanced system uses 27 sensors to meticulously clean the pool surface, waterline, floor, and walls. The Ultra also performs clarification tasks and includes dual side brushes for increased cleaning coverage.

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Tuesday
Feb112025

Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons expected to feature mouse functionality

 

Rumours surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2's Joy-Cons have been swirling since last month's teaser video, which showed the controllers skidding across a surface like mice. Now, a newly discovered Nintendo patent seems to confirm the speculation: the Joy-Cons will indeed have mouse-like capabilities.

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