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Taking photos at night with a cell phone: 6 tips for success

Check out our tips for taking stunning night shots with your phone, and find out which mobile devices tackle low-light conditions best.

iPhone 16: review and features

Find out what we think about the iPhone 16 and its new features, including Apple Intelligence, a set of artificial intelligence features built into the phone.

What cell phone to buy for a child?

Ready to equip your teen or tween with a mobile phone? Here are our recommendations and tips to help you find their perfect first device.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 review

Find out more about the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 and how it has improved over the previous model. Despite its compact size, this foldable smartphone won’t go unnoticed!

Mobile plans in Canada vs. in France: What’s the difference?

Learn all you need to know about mobile plans when planning to travel, study, or work in Canada.

We tested Visual Voicemail, and here’s what we think

This feature for iPhone and Android lets you display voicemails as a list, and we took it for a test drive. See what we discovered!

How to clean your cell phone in 4 simple steps

What’s the best way to clean your phone without damaging it? Follow these four simple steps approved by our experts to keep your device in great shape.

Samsung’s Galaxy AI now available on the Galaxy S23 and S23 Ultra

The artificial intelligence features of Galaxy AI are now available on the Galaxy S23 line and on Z Fold5 and Z Flip5 devices! Let’s take a closer look.

Can I watch a solar eclipse through a cellphone?

Knowing that you shouldn’t look directly at an eclipse without protection, some may want to use their mobile device as an intermediate screen. Is this a good idea?

8 reasons to switch to VoLTE

VoLTE is the call-routing technology that follows 3G. Find out why switching to VoLTE is important and what benefits it provides.

Pre-travel checklist

Travelling soon? You probably have a million things on your mind! Here’s a handy list of essentials you need to prepare before you leave—also available in a printable version.

From 1G to 5G+: A brief history of mobile networks

Here’s a quick look back at 50 years of evolving technology—from the first to the fifth generation of mobile networks—to better understand what lies ahead.

12 dos and don’ts when using a public Wi-Fi network

Feel like studying at a coffee shop or teleworking from a public location? Check out our tips to help you stay safe on a public Wi-Fi network.

Winners: Top 10 most popular articles on the Community Blog

Over the years, your questions have been the inspiration for numerous blog articles. Here are the 10 most popular, by theme within the Videotron ecosystem.

10 tips to preserve battery life on your iPhone or Android device

Want to enjoy your phone for as long as possible before you have to plug it in? Check out the following tips to extend its battery life, so you can go about your day with peace of mind!

Locating your friends with your mobile phone

Your mobile phone can help you find your friends: learn how to share your location and ask your loved ones to share theirs.

STIR/SHAKEN: When James Bond makes his way to your mobile phone

Let’s take a look at the story behind the STIR/SHAKEN standards to combat unsolicited calls, and how they relate to the famous secret agent.

Must-have travel apps

Your phone is the perfect travel companion—it never gets tired, follows you everywhere, and is always there to give you the info you need. Make the most of it with these handy apps. Bon voyage!

10 great tips for taking beautiful photos with your phone

These days, most people just take pictures with their cellphones. How can you take photos like a pro? Here are some tips to improve the quality of your photos.

Your mobile outdoors: 10 tips to protect your phone from the cold

As we all know, cellphones don’t like winter. Here are some tips for enjoying your phone in cold weather, no matter where you go or what you do.

10 things to do when you get your new phone

Just bought a new phone? Here are a few tips to get off to a good start and not forget anything.

8 signs your mobile phone is dying

Your mobile phone is not working properly, but you’re reluctant to replace it? Here are 8 signs that it’s time to bid your old mobile phone farewell.

Products and tips for a successful back-to-school season

Whether you’re the parent of school-aged kids, a student about to embark on your first rooming experience, or simply a diehard TV buff, Videotron services are a back-to-school essential!

Freedom and flexibility every day: Helix TV App

On the go, on your outdoor patio or in your bed, discover all the ways you can enjoy the Helix TV app without using your mobile data.

5G: Increased connectivity

Once implemented, 5G technology will bring benefits that will enhance our daily lives. It will improve connectivity capacity, allowing more devices to be connected simultaneously in the same location.

5G: the Speed of the Future

Once deployed, 5G technology will improve many aspects of our day-to-day lives that we may not be aware of thanks to its many benefits. One of them is its high speed, which propels us into the future.

5G: practically no latency

Once deployed, 5G will bring significant improvements to our daily lives. For example, its lower latency, combined with ultrafast speed, will allow for unprecedented instantaneous responsiveness.

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...