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Bell’s LTE network now reaches over 22 million Canadians, expands into 7 new regions

Quick update regarding Bell’s LTE coverage map. According to an internal doc we received it states that they’ve expanded into various areas in Quebec, Alberta and British Columbia, plus now reach over 22 million Canadians. Here’s the seven new locations Bell has turned on LTE – which gives you an average download speed between 12-25 [...]

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Update: Bell and Virgin HTC One S upgrade to Jelly Bean now available

The above internal doc it shows that Bell HTC One S users will be receiving a sweet Jelly Bean upgrade tomorrow. The short description says that OS 4.1 will bring “an improved and refined user experience.” Can’t argue with that… when midnight strikes make sure you check your device: Menu >> Settings >> About device [...]

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Bell and Solo release the Samsung S275, SaskTel to launch the LG F4n

The Samsung S275 and the LG F4n are making the rounds in Canada. Both take a page out of the 1990′s and are probably selling incredibly well with its $100 price tag. The Samsung S275 has now found its way onto the Bell and Solo Mobile lineup for $99.95 – this entry-level flip has a [...]

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Bell to release the Novatel MiFi 2 in March

The Novatel MiFi 2 is coming to Canada and seems to be an exclusive to Bell. This mobile hotspot brings LTE connectivity and one of the selling points is its 2.8-inch touchscreen display. Novatel points out that the added benefit of a touchscreen on a mobile hotspot – which is apparently the world’s first – [...]

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LTE lights up in North Bay

LTE has found its way up to North Bay, Ontario. We’ve been receiving tips over the past couple days that users on Bell, Virgin, TELUS and Koodo have noticed LTE arrive on their device. All four carriers coverage maps have not been updated with the new LTE coverage area… so this could simply mean that [...]

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Bell HTC 8X users reporting “Portico” update is now available

Rogers received the “Portico” update back in December, but we’re now hearing that Bell HTC 8X users have been notified the upgrade is finally available. This update – 8.0.10211.204 – fixes the random reboots that some people experienced, plus brings SMS and Wi-Fi connectivity improvements. Check your 8X: Settings -> Phone Update -> Check For [...]

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Bell and Virgin Galaxy S II users reporting update to Jelly Bean is available

Last night Samsung Canada posted a note on Twitter and Facebook that gave notice of the long-awaited upgrade to Jelly Bean was coming “over the next few days” for Bell Galaxy S II users. We’ve received a number of tips today that OS 4.1.2 has found its way to both Bell and Virgin GSII’s. This [...]

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Bell Samsung Galaxy S II “will get a taste of Jelly Bean over the next few days”

Samsung Canada has some long awaited news for Bell Galaxy S II owners: Jelly Bean is finally coming. On Facebook the company noted that “Galaxy S II owners on Bell Canada’s network will get a taste of Jelly Bean over the next few days.” In addition, if you have the GSII on another carrier – [...]

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Bell Let’s Talk Day raises over $4.8 million, sees 96,266,266 calls, texts, tweets and Facebook shares

Yesterday was the Bell’s “Talk Day” and the many Canadians – plus competing carriers – stepped up to participate for the worthy cause. Bell donated 5¢ for every text message sent, long distance call made, every Twitter retweets and Facebook wall posts. According to their press release this year smashed last years number of $3,926,014.20 [...]

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Good Cause: Bell “Let’s Talk” Day is today

Today is Bell’s “Let’s Talk” day. This fundraiser sees millions of dollars go towards supporting mental health initiatives and it’s incredibly easy for Canadians to get involved in. Bell will donate 5¢ for every text message sent, long distance call made, every Twitter retweet with the hashtag #BellLetsTalk, and Facebook share. Last year raised $3,926,014.20 [...]