Consumer Trends Reporter
Alex began writing for student newspapers and has managed to turn that into a career. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he wrote about small businesses for Biz2Credit and Business.org. Before that, he spent time in communications for higher education institutions, created marketing materials for nonprofits, and worked for entertainment companies in Los Angeles. Today, he reports on emerging consumer trends for WhistleOut and WhistleOut Canada and his work can be seen on The Penny Hoarder, Business.org, Reviews.org, Move.org, SafeWise.com, HighSpeedInternet.com, CableTV.com, and SatelliteInternet.com. When he’s not writing, Alex watches too much TV, plays guitar, reads and writes fiction, and goes on nature walks.
Google announced nine new features coming to the Android platform in the Pixel Feature Drop after showcasing Google connectivity at CES.
A US cybersecurity firm discovered a bug that could allow hackers to work around Apple's security protocol in iOS and macOS.
Users are reporting 911 calls while skiing with Apple Watches because of the watch’s crash detection technology.
Starting on February 21, Netflix subscribers in Canada will have to pay up to share their password. We have the details on the controversial change.
The shrinking of Canada’s cellular industry could hurt consumers by offering fewer options for customers. While one deal went through at the end of 2022, another is stalling.
Data Privacy Week is from January 22-28. The week-long campaign aims to raise awareness and encourage privacy best practices.
Satellite internet doesn’t reach First Nations communities in northern Canada. Two students created a prototype to change that.
Authorities will investigate the company about its data and personal information collection processes.
Hundreds of cell phone plans unpacked. All the facts. No surprises.