Canadian Reviewer Weekly Roundup - 8/18 - 8/24

Apple's rumoured September 10 event: What to expect

Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup: A name change is afoot?

Google's original Pixel Fold won't be discontinued

Apple opens up NFC access to developers, but at a cost

Leaked image reveals iPhone 16 Pro colour options

This is when you can get 'Indiana Jones and the Great Circle'

Nomad introduces Stand One Max with Qi2 support

OpenAI partners with Condé Nast to enhance AI-powered content

Google Messages for Android gets a new look

LEGO lets you build your own Oz with new 'Wicked' sets

Safety first: NASA changes return plan for Starliner astronauts

Threads experiments with self-destructing posts

Apple's rumoured September 10 event: What to expect

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We're expecting new iPhones to drop anytime now and it looks like that Apple event is coming soon. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is gearing up for a major product launch on September 10. This event will likely introduce the iPhone 16 lineup, Apple Watch Series 10, and two new AirPods models.

The iPhone 16 series is expected to feature larger displays on the Pro models (from 6.1 inches to 6.3 inches on the Pro and from 6.7 inches to 6.9 inches on the Pro Max), a dedicated camera button, and new AI features in iOS 18.1. While major hardware changes might not arrive until next year, the iPhone 16 will offer a significant upgrade over its predecessor.

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Canadian Reviewer Weekly Roundup - 8/11 - 8/17

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: A significant upgrade

Google Photos overhauls Library with new "Collections" tab

Former YouTube CEO and longtime Google exec Susan Wojcicki dies at 56

Is the Mac mini getting a second wind?

Lenovo Yoga Portal: A cheaper, graphics-focused alternative to the ThinkCentre Neo Ultra

Apple does a U-turn on changes in the Photos app

No big changes expected for iPhone 16 series

Apple Watch SE will reportedly get a plastic makeover

Google unveils Pixel 9

Google's Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL: A big bet on AI

Google launches refined Pixel Watch 3

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 bring significant upgrades

Volkswagen's Golf EV might come out earlier than expected

Microsoft bids farewell to Paint 3D

Sonos weighs old app revival

Google launches refined Pixel Watch 3

Google has unveiled its Pixel Watch 3, a significant upgrade from its predecessors. Offering two sizes (41mm and 45mm) with smaller bezels, UWB support, and a larger battery in the 45mm model, the new watch addresses many of the shortcomings of its earlier iterations.

Building upon the foundation of the Pixel Watch 2, the Pixel Watch 3 introduces a brighter (2,000 nits), more power-efficient display with a smoother 60Hz refresh rate. Additionally, it boasts a range of health-focused features, including a daily "Morning Brief" summarizing key health metrics and a pulse detection feature that can automatically alert emergency services of a medical emergency.

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