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@Gadget_guy: Mike Yawney on technology

CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney reports on the very latest trends, devices & more.

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Teaser text displayed on xbox.com ahead of the May 21, 2013 event in Redmond, Wash.

Technology

LIVE BLOG: Microsoft’s Xbox reveal event in Redmond, Wash.

| CityNews.ca Staff

CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney is live at the Microsoft campus where the company will make an announcement regarding its popular Xbox gaming system.

Close-up shot of the BlackBerry Q5's keyboard. CITYNEWS/MIKE YAWNEY

Technology

HANDS ON: BlackBerry Q5 is a solid, budget-friendly smartphone

| Mike Yawney

The Q5 is a completely different, budget -riendly phone, designed for emerging markets. Memory falls short but overall a solid smartphone.

Blackberry CEO Thorsten Heins in pictured at the company's offices in Waterloo on March 28, 2013. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Life Local News Technology

BlackBerry to launch Q5 smartphone in summer

| The Canadian Press

Blackberry launches new Q5 smartphone with a physical keyboard at conference

BlackBerry CEO Thorsten Heins is seen in Toronto on a video link from New York as he introduces the BlackBerry Z10 on Jan. 30, 2013. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS/The Canadian Press/Nathan Denette

National Technology

LIVE BLOG TRANSCRIPT: Mike Yawney at BlackBerry Live in Orlando

| CityNews.ca Staff

Yawney will be live blogging a keynote address from CEO Thorsten Heins Tuesday morning. Also look for updates on what's next for the BlackBerry.

Sony PS4 review

Life Technology

Sony PS4 review

Technology specialist Mike Yawney takes a close look at one of the gaming world’s most anticipated consoles. Video

samsung

Life Technology

First look at the Samsung Galaxy S4

Samsung debuted its latest smartphone during an event in New York on Thursday and CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney was there. Video (17)

A member of the media examines the Samsung Galaxy Nexus smartphone, running the Android operating system in 2011. Jerome Favre/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Technology

Mike Yawney live from the Samsung Galaxy event in NYC

| CityNews.ca

Our CityNews technology specialist was live in the room as Samsung unveiled its latest smartphone Thursday night

Sony announced its next generation console, the PS4, at an event in New York City on Feb. 20, 2013. CITYNEWS/Mike Yawney

International Technology

Mike Yawney from the 2013 Sony event in New York City

Sony announced the PS4, their next generation console, during a special event in the Big Apple. Our technology specialists was there. Video

BlackBerry CEO Thorsten Heins is seen in Toronto on a video link from New York as he introduces the BlackBerry Z10 on Jan. 30, 2013. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS/The Canadian Press/Nathan Denette

Life Money Technology

BlackBerry Z10 a ‘terrific step’ in the right direction

| Mike Yawney, CityNews technology specialist

CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney reviews the BlackBerry Z10. (4)

Citytv’s Mike Yawney hands-on-look at BlackBerry Z10

Life Technology

Mike Yawney’s hands-on-look at BlackBerry Z10

CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney takes a look at some of the features from the new BlackBerry Z10 which was unveiled on Wednesday. Video

File photo of a RIM employee  holding a Blackberry. AP /dapd, Berthold Stadler.

Technology

BlackBerry 10 unveiled at global launch party

| David Friend, The Canadian Press

Research In Motion also changed its corporate name to BlackBerry. Video (8)

The new Blackberry 10 prototype is seen during a media event in Toronto on June 21, 2012. THE CANADIAN PRESS/ David Friend

Local News Technology

LIVE BLOG TRANSCRIPT: BlackBerry 10 Toronto launch event

| CityNews.ca Staff

Real-time coverage from CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney on the launch of the BB10 -- RIM's big bet at a time when iPhone & Android-powered devices dominate the smartphone market.

Disney launches Infinity gaming platform

Life Technology

Disney launches Infinity gaming platform

CityNews technology reporter Mike Yawney was in Los Angeles for the launch of the new Disney platform. The console allows players to plug physical toys directly into a digital console. Video

Samsung Fridge

Life Technology

Samsung Fridge

CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney shows off the features of a fridge designed by Samsung at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Video

Mike Yawney hands-on look at ‘iPotty’ & ‘SoloWheel’ on BT

Life Technology

Mike Yawney hands-on look at ‘iPotty’ & ‘SoloWheel’ on BT

CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney is in Las Vegas at the Consumer Electronics Show and he made appearance on Breakfast Television to give you a sneak peek at the  ‘iPotty’ and ‘SoloWheel’. Video (1)

Mike Yawney’s look at future of television at Consumer Electronics Show

Life Technology

Mike Yawney’s look at future of television at Consumer Electronics Show

| CityNews.ca staff

CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney is in Las Vegas at the Consumer Electronics Show and he takes a closer look at the type of televisions that will be available in the future.

Mike Yawney’s hands-on look at Sony Xperia Z smartphone

Life Technology

Mike Yawney’s hands-on look at Sony Xperia Z smartphone

CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney is at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and gives you a hands-on look at the Sony Xperia Z smartphone. He also proves that it is completely waterproof. Video

Mike Yawney’s hands-on look at random gadgets at Consumer Electronics Show

Life Technology

Mike Yawney’s hands-on look at unusual gadgets at Consumer Electronics Show

CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney gives you a hands-on look at a gadget that will help make you healthier and one that lets you feel the music that you are listening to and gives you a neck massage at the same time. Video

Behind the scenes look at 2013 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas

Life Technology

Behind the scenes look at 2013 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas

The 2013 Consumer Electronics Show takes place from Jan. 8-11 in Las Vegas. CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney gives you a behind the scenes preview of the event and he talks about which celebrities are expected to attend. Video

Mike Yawney’s sneak peek of 2013 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas

Life Technology

Mike Yawney’s sneak peek of 2013 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas

CityNews technology specialist Mike Yawney is in Las Vegas and he gives you a hands-on preview of some of the products that will be unveiled during the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show. The event takes place from Jan. 8-11. Video

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