Cable / Telecom News

New cell phone rate calculator debuts

TORONTO – A free, statically calculated on-line cell phone rate calculator is promising to save consumers time and money while raising money for charity organizations.The site www.cellphoneratecalculator.com aims to simplify the process... Continue Reading

Cogeco rolls out new home phone packages

MONTREAL - Cogeco Cable has added three new service packages to its home phone service.The ‘basic line’ package includes unlimited local calling; the ‘select’ package includes unlimited local calling, the... Continue Reading

Shaw, Shaw Direct add new programming

CALGARY – Shaw Cable and its satellite brethren Shaw Direct added a number of new programming services to their respective lineups this week.Shaw Direct will launch History HD later this month,... Continue Reading

Phonetime appoints new chairman and adds directors

MISSISSAUGA – Long distance reseller Phonetime, Monday announced board of directors changes designed to enhance the company's corporate governance, disclosure practices and independent direction. “In order to create a stronger,... Continue Reading

UPDATE: Von Finckenstein pleads for cooler heads

GATINEAU – CRTC chairman Konrad von Finckenstein pronounced himself “frustrated” with the months-long public battle between broadcasters and BDUs heading into this morning’s Commission hearing into the future of over-the-air... Continue Reading

CableLabs trials new advertising on cable

LOUISVILLE, CO – A select group of U.S. cable and programming executives saw first hand demonstrations of end-to-end interoperability for a variety of ad formats, some with addressable advertising. The advanced... Continue Reading

Shaw overhauls VOD website

CALGARY – Shaw has re-launched its video-on-demand website to make it easier for its customers to order movies and sporting eventsIn addition to the new look and feel, Shaw said... Continue Reading