Best Dumbphones in Canada: 5 Simple Phones for Calling, Texting and Cutting Screen Time
Dumbphones are making a comeback, but not because everyone wants to return to 2003 with a flip phone and a pixelated ringtone. The real reason is more modern: fewer notifications, fewer apps, less screen time, and a phone that does what it is supposed to do. In 2026, a good dumbphone is not necessarily an […]
Streaming in Canada is changing, and your bill could follow
The cost of streaming in Canada could soon become a bigger part of the household budget. The CRTC has announced a major change for large online streaming platforms operating in Canada. These services will now have to contribute more to support Canadian and Indigenous content. On paper, this is a cultural policy. In practice, it […]
iPhone 17e vs iPhone 16: Our Real-World Photo and Video Comparison
When Apple releases a new iPhone, the spec sheet only tells part of the story. In real life, most people want to know one simple thing: are the photos and videos actually better? To find out, we compared the iPhone 17e and the iPhone 16 in everyday situations: indoor plants, an office setup with a […]
Your new address exists, but not yet for Internet providers
Moving into a newly built home should feel simple. The walls are freshly painted, the floors are spotless, the outlets are new, and the moving boxes are ready to be opened. But for many first occupants, one very modern problem can quickly turn move-in day into a headache: your new address may not exist yet […]
Which Refurbished Samsung Galaxy Should You Buy in Canada in 2026?
A practical PlanHub guide to choosing the right refurbished Samsung Galaxy by budget, battery, camera, foldable design, software support, and long-term value. A PlanHub guide to choosing the right Galaxy for your budget, camera needs, storage, and long-term use Buying a refurbished Samsung Galaxy phone is no longer only about finding the cheapest device. In […]
Why PlanHub Is on Reddit
At PlanHub, we help Canadians compare internet and mobile plans. But comparing prices is only part of the story. Today, consumers do not just want to know which plan is cheaper. They want to understand what is really happening behind their bill, their internet speed, their network coverage, unexpected fees, service interruptions, and suspicious messages. […]
Google Is Preparing a Smarter Android – I/O Edition 2026
Google used its Android Show: I/O Edition 2026 to introduce several updates around Android, Gemini, Chrome, device sharing and mobile security. Together, these announcements give a clear idea of where Google is heading: making Android smarter, more integrated and more useful in everyday life. A Bigger Role for Gemini The main announcement is Gemini Intelligence, […]
CRTC, Bell and Quebecor: Why Mobile Competition in Canada Still Moves Slowly
The CRTC has rejected Quebecor’s request in its dispute with Bell over MVNO access, a framework designed to help regional providers expand their mobile services by using the networks of larger carriers. Quebecor wanted the CRTC to retroactively recognize October 11, 2023, as the start date of its MVNO access to Bell’s network. The company […]
6G is not just about speed, it is also about the quality of your future mobile plan.
6G still seems far away for most Canadians. Today, many consumers are still trying to understand the difference between LTE, 5G, 5G+ or a plan with more data. Yet the decisions shaping tomorrow’s networks are already starting to take form. Canada and its partners in the Global Coalition on Telecommunications recently welcomed the European Union […]