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How do I connect my computer to the Wi-Fi 6 of the new Helix Fi 2 gateway?

Follow the steps to connect your computer to the Wi-Fi of the latest generation of Helix Fi gateways.

See Samsung flex with the Galaxy Note20 Ultra

In August, South Korean Samsung unveiled its latest iteration of the high-end Galaxy Note20. They’ve added the word Ultra to the name, and it's easy to see why! The Galaxy Note20 Ultra’s specs are ...

How to protect yourself against SIM swapping

SIM swap, the latest fraud technique, happens when a hacker is able to transfer your mobile phone number to another SIM card in their possession thereby securing their exclusive use of your numbe...

Mathieu Roy, Technology Correspondent

A tech enthusiast, Mathieu Roy is a host and correspondent who has made a name for himself in the Quebec media over the past 20 years. His knack for simplifying technology and social media topics h...

Videotron’s generous All-Inclusive plans

Choose an All-Inclusive plan and relax. We’ll take care of everything! In today’s telecommunications market, trying to find what’s right for you can get confusing as you browse through an endless var...

Helix, what does it offer exactly?

Helix offers more than just entertainment. It adapts to your connected life to brighten it and make it easier in many ways, while allowing you to manage your services yourself. Discover everything He...

Wi-Fi calling, the perfect solution for flawless reception quality

The Wi-Fi Calling service allows you, with your mobile number, to make and receive calls and text messages from any Wi-Fi network without having to go through a third-party application like Skype, Wha...

Your phone to make time fly, without going over your data cap!

We’re all confined during the COVID-19 pandemic, your already useful phone is proving to be a valuable tool to keep you informed and connected to your work, family and friends. More importantly, ...

Stay connected

Here are a few helpful articles during the confinement period. Helix, what does it offer exactly? Helix offers more than just entertainment. It adapts to your connected life to brighten it an...

Phishing attempts on the rise

The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security has unfortunately noticed an increase in phishing campaigns regarding the COVID-19 among businesses and individuals (our customers). The Canadian government r...

Samsung’s new foldable smartphone: the Galaxy Z Flip

We were looking forward to the latest of Samsung’s foldable devices: the Galaxy Z Flip. Having had the opportunity to try it out for a few days, here are my impressions after about 40 hours of ...

Discover the brand new S20 5G series

Samsung unveiled its new product line, the S20 5G devices, as well as its new foldable Galaxy Z Flipconcept phone in San Francisco. A few days before the big launch, I had the chance to try th...

The future of TV sets live from CES 2020

For more than 50 years, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has been showcasing the latest and greatest in tech. This year’s show featured another bumper crop of exciting innovations. As usual, t...

Discovering Helix: The Helix app

If you have a compatible iOS or Android device, you should try the Helix app. It has some great features. You can use the app to watch your content on different screens (tablet, phone). This ...

Discovering Helix: Kids Zone

This section will avoid plenty of disappointment and having to negotiate with your children. The Kids Zone is a section within Helix that consolidates all content intended for children.

Discovering Helix: Your voice remote

Voice command is definitely the star of all the Helix TV system’s new features. In fact, it’s hard to miss, since you’ll find the feature’s button right in the centre of your remote. Simply press...

Discover Helix : Unboxing

Google Keynote 2019

Google once again chose a gorgeous October day to introduce tech journalists to its latest products. I jumped at the chance to get my hands on their new gadgets. And just minutes after the presentat...

Helix: We answer the 10 most frequently asked questions

Do you think about subscribing to Helix Internet or Helix TV? Here are the answers to the 10 most frequently asked questions about these services.

Test run: the new Samsung Galaxy Note10+

Summer’s end means back to school for thousands of students and a return to work for more than a few adults. It’s also the time when many tech companies release new products, and Samsung is n...

The year of foldable phones is off to a strong start!

In the tech industry, R&D developments are closely guarded secrets. But the concepts and prototypes unveiled in 2018 made it easy to predict that the world’s first foldable phones would hit the m...

Google Assistant now offers interpreting services

Google has already made a name for itself as a leader in language processing in the era of globalization. The company has created an Assistant that understands several languages, it has develop...

Is your child ready for screen time?

How parents can get it right. Screens are everywhere. They cut across all social classes and all lines of work. From morning to night—and sometimes night to morning—electronic devices keep us...

The HUAWEI Mate 20 Pro’s hottest features

Fall’s mobile phone parade continues! If you’re looking for a high-end phone, consider getting a HUAWEI. The brand, which has been gaining ground in Quebec over the past three years, is curre...

4 hot features of the Pixel 3

Fall 2018 is literally overflowing with new phones—and it’s a good vintage! All the manufacturers are trying to lure you in with new tech, fresh features and one-of-a-kind appeal. On October ...

Your mobile content is precious—protect it.

According to the2017 CEFRIO survey, 62% of adults in Québec own a smartphone. These devices we use to communicate, navigate, take photos, make financial transactions and even gather data on our ...

Cyber safety: do you know how to protect yourself from fraud?

You’re about to renovate your home. You’ve talked about the project with a contractor over several emails, and you’re anxious to get this thing off the ground. Soon enough, the contractor pops up i...

Live from New York City, the new Google Pixel 3!

I got the inside dope on the Google Pixel 3 in New York on October 9. In this video, I tell you about its most audacious and exciting features!

Top 3 back-to-school apps from Google

#1: Never lose your work again with Google Drive Google Drive is a virtual storage system that lets you sync and save documents via your Gmail account. You can later access your documents using...

8 questions to ask yourself before buying a cell phone

Time to change your phone? The good news: there are tons of great options on the market. The bad news: it can be hard to know which one is best for you. To help you narrow your search, we’ve cr...