By CBC News, November 1, 2016 Amendment will clarify that ‘using’ includes viewing, manipulating mobile devices The Saskatchewan government is closing a loophole in the rules pertaining to cars and cellphones. Right now it’s illegal to use a cellphone if you’re driving a vehicle. If you get caught, there’s a $280 fine. However, in some… Continue reading Updated cellphone law will ban Sask. drivers from viewing, holding phones
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Federal government won't introduce cellphone driving law, will leave issue to provinces
By The Canadian Press, August 25, 2016 Spokesperson for minister says distracted driving can already be prosecuted under the Criminal Code The federal government is not considering making cellphone use at the wheel a criminal offence. A spokeswoman for Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould said Thursday provincial laws already exist to crack down on the dangerous… Continue reading Federal government won't introduce cellphone driving law, will leave issue to provinces
Quebec to Ottawa: Consider criminalizing cellphone use while driving
By Benjamin Shingler, CBC News, August 24, 2016 Provincial Transport Minister Laurent Lessard wants stiffer law against drivers using mobile devices Quebec is asking the federal government to examine the possibility of criminalizing the use of cellphones while driving. Laurent Lessard, the province’s new transport minister, wants his federal counterpart Marc Garneau to look into the matter. Read full article… Continue reading Quebec to Ottawa: Consider criminalizing cellphone use while driving
How to Unlock Your Phone's Trusty Call-Blocking Powers
By Michael Duran, Wired.com, July 26, 2016 TELEMARKETERS, SCAMMERS, AND political surveyors have one thing in common: They can all ruin your day with a barrage of unsolicited phone spam. If the Do Not Call List isn’t doing its job for you, or your phone just won’t shut up, your best bet is to start blockin’.… Continue reading How to Unlock Your Phone's Trusty Call-Blocking Powers
What to Do (and Not Do) If You Find a Lost Smartphone
By Cameron Summerson, howtogeek.com At some point or another, you might lose your phone. It’s always good to know what to do when that happens, but there’s another side to that story: what if you’re the person who finds a lost phone? You’d be surprised at how many people don’t know what to do when… Continue reading What to Do (and Not Do) If You Find a Lost Smartphone
Google adds Three network to Project Fi's family to improve international speeds
By Paul Miller, The Verge.com, July 12, 2016 Project Fi is already good for international travelers. The flat rate of $10 per gigabyte (the same price for using data at home) is better than what you typically get charged by a US carrier when you’re out of the country. But truly “pro” travelers with capable… Continue reading Google adds Three network to Project Fi's family to improve international speeds
Fujifilm’s New Wireless Printer Turns Your Phone Into a Polaroid
By April Glaser Gear, Wired.com, July 5, 2016 INSTANT FILM, AS inventive as it is, has largely been replaced by the digital display. And while you can take dozens of photos in minutes with your phone camera, pick the best one, and instantly share it with your pals online, there’s probably still room in your heart for… Continue reading Fujifilm’s New Wireless Printer Turns Your Phone Into a Polaroid
Emergency officials say new SaskAlert app worked during weekend storms
By The Canadian Press, CTV News, July 4, 2016 Officials in Saskatchewan say a new emergency app properly picked up all tornado alerts from Environment Canada on the weekend. There were four tornado warnings and three watches issued by the weather agency when storms whipped up winds in many places across the province. Read full… Continue reading Emergency officials say new SaskAlert app worked during weekend storms
Amateurs with mobile phones worry seasoned storm chaser
By The Canadian Press, CTV News, July 5, 2016 EDMONTON — As dark clouds swirled ominously over Hardisty, Alta. on Sunday, storm chasers in growing numbers were there, too, hoping to catch a tornado. Nevin deMilliano has been chasing storms for about six years and says there’s been a huge jump in the number of… Continue reading Amateurs with mobile phones worry seasoned storm chaser
Hand-held cellphone driving convictions rising in Saskatchewan
By Jennifer Graham, The Canadian Press, July 1, 2016 REGINA – The minister responsible for Saskatchewan Government Insurance says convictions for hand-held cellphone use while driving are high in part because of better enforcement. However, Don McMorris also admits too many people are still breaking the law. Read full article here…