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CyberGuy’s good way to save on back-to-school by using discounts

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It’s that time of year again – back to school! Even if you’re like me and don’t have to go back to school, that doesn’t mean that you can’t save money on your back-to-school budget. You can use discounts to get the best deals on clothes, supplies, food, and more.

Here are some of the best discounts to use when shopping for back-to-school supplies:

1. Use Online Retailers

Online retailers offer discounts on back-to-school items throughout the year. Check their websites for specific dates and times when these discounts are available. For example, the Fresco y Mas weekly ad has a host of discounted offers for back-to-school buyers. This Hispanic store compares prices and offers food and other items for kids to carry to school.

2. Join a Back-to-School Club

Many schools offer discounts to members of their back-to-school clubs. This is a great way to get discounts on supplies and merchandise before the school year even starts.

3. Sign Up for Newsletters and Email Lists 

Stores regularly send out newsletters and email lists with back-to-school discounts to their registered customers. You can also find these newsletters and email lists on the store’s website.

4. Sign Up for Student Rewards Programs 

Several stores offer student rewards programs that give you discounts on back-to-school items and other perks.

5. Use Coupons 

Print out coupons and bring them with you when you shop for back-to-school supplies. Look for coupons on specific items, such as clothes or backpacks. If you check the Hy Vee flyer, you’ll find that this popular grocery store has more than 100 coupons to offer in September.

If you’re looking for a delicious, chocolatey snack that’s easy to carry around, then the Nabisco Mini Chips Ahoy! Cookies are perfect! These cookies are small and perfect for snacking on the go or for taking to a party. Plus, they’re easy to store. Just pop them into a school bag or pocket, and you’re good to go. Check out the Hy-Vee flyer this week for discounts.

6. Compare Prices 

See which stores offer the best deals on back-to-school supplies. Compare prices online and in store. 

For instance, the delicious Nabisco Mini Chip Ahoy! Nutter Butter Bites from Hy-Vee are perfect for any occasion! Nabisco Mini Chip Ahoy! Nutter Butter Bites are a light and airy treat that are perfect for snacking on the go.

The Mini Oreo Cookies Variety Pack includes six different flavors, including chocolate, mint, and peanut butter, so you can find the perfect flavor for your taste. These snacks are also great for parties and special occasions!

You can get these treats cheaper online with the help of coupons and special offers. Compare prices online to get the best deal.

7. Download Specific Apps Offered By Retailers

You’re in for a treat when you download a retailer app, as this can lead to additional savings that you may not get when you shop online or at the store. From Fresco-y-Mas and Hy-Vee to your local drugstore, many offer secret app-only savings and offers.

Retailers are always looking for new way to lure shoppers, and we do tend to shop more by opting for an app purchase and combining it with an in-store pickup. With a little bit of luck on our side, we may end up getting additional savings that we did not bargain for. 

Brand sites can have coupons, rebates and specials.  For example, Fresco y Mas offers discounted prices for its Deal of the Week and offers a fixed number of points that are added to your account.

During a back-to-school shopping event, you can get additional discounts on specific brands. Knowing which brands are on your list will make it easy to check out back-to-school items for potential savings.

Overall, CyberGuy’s way to get discounted back-to-school items is a great way to save money on your back-to-school supplies. You can find deals on textbooks, backpacks, and more. By using these ideas, you can save money on your back-to-school shopping and have more money left over to buy other supplies or items you may need for school.

Checking out the INMOTION V5 electric unicycle

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With prices of used vehicles showing no signs of coming down from the stratosphere, and given that gas prices are subject to volatility, it can be quite costly to “get around”.

Electric cars are becoming more popular as are electric bicycles and scooters. And though they may be a bit pricey up front, the long-term cost of ownership is cheaper.

There are plenty of good options to consider for driving (or riding) a few miles at a time but what about the local back and forth? What about taking the dog for a run? Or getting back and forth between school and the dorm?

While the early 2010’s saw a steep rise in interest for “hoverboards”, the next decade may be just as fun for people with electric unicycles. Why? They’re relatively lightweight, easy to carry, and work well for getting a few miles in at a time.

I had previously never spent any time with an electric unicycle (EUC) but that recently changed with the arrival of the INMOTION V5.

Priced about $400 now, the INMOTION V5 has been around for more than a few years. And while I’ve slept on the idea of using one of these for some time, it’s starting to make sense for someone who works less than two miles from home.

As I started to look into this space I’ve learned that the V5 is more of an entry-level unit. That’s fine for me, honestly, because I’m still getting the feel for this one. I cannot imagine spending more money on one of these at this point.

Suffice it to say, even though this one is aimed at beginners, it takes a bit of time and patience to figure it out. It’s tougher to master than the two-wheel hoverboard stuff that was once the big rage.

I took the INMOTION V5 out of the box and charged it up for a few hours as I wanted to make sure there was plenty of power to help me kick the proverbial tire. It takes around 3.5 hours to charge from zero to full.

Flipping the paddle feet out and attempting to stand on it, I used a wall and table to try and balance myself. My goal in the first day(s) was to get across the office (about 15 feet) without falling off. I’ll be honest here and tell you now that I am still doing my best to stay on it for more than ten seconds.

Although there are a couple of pads on the sides of the wheel, you’ll still feel a degree of pressure against your calves. At least that’s the case as I work myself up to long range rides.

I’ve been lucky enough to practice my riding in an area where I can hop off quickly and safely. Were I to try this anywhere else, I’d certainly have pads on my knees and elbows; I truly should have a helmet on as it is.

Thus far the InMotion V5 has been able to take the bumps and dumps in stride. It’s picked up a couple of scuffs and battle damage, but otherwise, it’s handling things quite well.

This unicycle is rated to get up to 12.5mph with a range of about 12 miles on a full charge. Once I get this thing down, I am excited to use it while the weather cooperates. I’ll be able to get back and forth to work on nice days.

The InMotion V5 weighs about 25 pounds which looks about right for its size. And thanks to its handle at the top, I can bring it indoors to the garage and office without hassle.

I cannot speak to how the full INMOTION portfolio is, but I do think the V5 is a decent unit with some weird details. At the risk of calling it a “knock off”, I did find it to be odd in the area of firmware. Powering it on, for instance, you hear the same sound that comes with plugging a USB device into a PC. And when you have to jump off or end up taking a spill, you’ll get some voice that seems to correct you in broken English.

I look forward to spending more time with the INMOTION V5 as it has fairly interesting specifications for the price. It’s rated to handle slopes of 18 degrees so that’s pretty much everywhere I intend to use it.

Thanks to its IP55 rating I feel confident knowing I’ll be able to get home quickly and safely in the event of a light rain. And as days get shorter and fall sets in, I’ll also appreciate having the headlight and red taillight.

There are other models in the INMOTION lineup with bigger batteries, larger wheels, faster speeds, and support for higher degree slopes. The V5F is the next step up from this model and comes in around $700.

If you’re new to electric unicycles and weigh less than 265lbs, you may want to check this one out. I can see this being quite helpful on campus or for people who have large areas to cover as part of their work day. Or, if you’re like me, and don’t work all that far from home, it can be a great way to “cut costs at the pump”.

You can learn more about the INMOTION V5 at the manufacturer’s website or Amazon where it’s available to purchase.

iMyFone MirrorTo: Share your phone screen to PC

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Screen mirroring, or casting of your mobile phone, to the bigger screen of your PC is a niche market, but it’s one that iMyFone is trying to tackle. It’s a unique situation, but having your phone projected onto a bigger monitor can be a good tool.

What is iMyFone MirrorTo?

The iMyFone MirrorTo Android screen sharing tool is a dedicated PC app that links your phone and computer. Your phone screen and its contents are then mirrored onto your PC monitor. Taking a sub-7″ device and enlarging it to your laptop or PC monitor makes a huge difference. Whether you want play mobile games on a PC or just looking at photos on a TV, MirrorTo duplicates that output on the larger display.

How’s it work?

You need just a few steps to get iMyFone MirrorTo working. First, you need the program download from iMyFone’s website: https://www.imyfone.com/screen-mirror/.

If you haven’t installed a Windows application before, then where have you been hiding? Those that have will be familiar with the installation wizard to walk you through the .exe implementation on your PC.

Once installed, MirrorTo will instruct you to plug in your Android device via USB. The application scans to see if it has the settings to provide the connection automatically. Most likely, you will have to tweak the first requirement of having USB-debugging enabled on your Android phone or tablet. The wizard easily walks you through this process in the Android OS Settings and you should then be good to go forward.

The second setting you may have to change is also suggested if needed. For my Pixel 6, USB connections default to simply charging only. To get iMyFone MirrorTo to “see” your phone, you may have to tap the persistent notification in the shade drop-down. Here you need to change the connection type to PTP or MTP to work properly.

Does it suit this need?

Absolutely. iMyFone MirrorTo performs exactly as described when in daily use. When you need that Android app but on a larger screen like your computer monitor, this desktop solution has you covered. But why would I need this?

iMyFone features a few usage cases I’d thought of and a few I hadn’t. MirrorTo would be a great tool while live streaming on YouTube or video conferencing. You can “share” your screen and then also have your Android device available to those watching as well. Think about what it might be like to live stream TikTok on PC. It’s a lot easier to gather around the computer monitor than to crowd a phone when laughing at memes and recipes.

Teaching is another case I hadn’t thought about. I could easily see this being used in a classroom as an extension of a visual demonstration to the students. Maybe it’s just using it as a simple note projection or working out complex algebra, but this MirrorTo could offer a solution.

Go get MirrorTo

MirrorTo can be downloaded for free from the iMyFone website for free. This gives you a limited, but useless toolkit at no cost. If you’d like to unlock the full pro version, the upgrade will cost you a minimum of $3.33 per month if you pay a year in advance. There’s also a quarterly option for $8.31 per month or $9.95 if you’d rather go month to month.

Celebrate 94 years of Motorola with these deals

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Paul V Galvin and his brother Joseph founded Motorola on September 25, 1928. It started as the Galvin Manufacturing Corporation in Chicago, Illinois, USA. During its 94-year run, Motorola has been a major player in creating and moving the wireless industry to where it is today.

They released a number of world firsts including:

  • 1943: FM portable two-way radio
  • 1955: Commercial high-power transistor
  • 1973: Portable cellular demonstration
  • 1983: Commercial portable cell phone (DynaTAC phone)
  • 1991: Narrowband Digital Public Safety Radio System
  • 1995: Two-Way Pager

In addition to pushing the industry forward, they showed that thin phones could be amazing by releasing the original Motorola Razr on September 6, 2006. Motorola wants to celebrate its history with you and what better way to do it than with some deals?

Motorola celebratory deals

  • Kicking off the deals is a buy one get one on the razr. Buy one razr for $1,399.99 and get a second for free.
  • You can get the edge 2022 for $499.99 ($100 off)
  • Snag the edge+ 2022 for $699.99 ($300 off)
  • Get the moto g stylus 5G for $299.99 ($100 off)
  • Grab the moto g 5G 2022 for $299.99 ($100 off)

If any of these deals strike you as intriguing, you should act fast. The sale ends on September 23, 2022.

MeCool KM2 Plus TV with Android TV review

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MeCool has recently had a run of Android TV and Google TV devices. The company has an array of options in its lineup now with the latest addition being the KM2 Plus streaming box. This new Android TV unit has some perks over some of the other streamers from MeCool.

Let’s take a closer look at the device.

Design

The MeCool KM2 Plus is a fairly simple box with a matte black finish and silver trimming. The front has a few status LEDs indicating the IR reader, network processes, and power. On top of the box is a silver MeCool logo.

Around the left side of the MeCool KM2 Plus are some inputs. This includes a USB-A 2.0, USB-A 3.0, and a microSD slot. The back of the unit houses several other ports. You’ll find AV and optical audio inputs. There is also an ethernet jack, HDMI out, and DC power port.

Performance and Software

The MeCool KM2 Plus runs Android TV 11 and handles it very well. While I’d prefer the latest Google TV like the KD3 TV stick, we also know Google is slowly rolling that certification process and simply may have not been an option for MeCool at launch.

Otherwise, any previous Android TV users will find themselves right at home. You get Google’s intuitive UI home screen that leverage Google Assistant for content recommendations and Voice Search. The UI is still crisp, clean, and modern for TV use.

One essential upgrade for the KM2 Plus over the mentioned KD3 stick is double the internal storage. With 16GB of mass storage, consumers have a lot more wiggle room after initially installing all their streaming options. This can still be expanded via the USB and SD slots, but having that built-in just makes more sense.

I also have to mention how good the included remote is for the MeCool KM2 Plus. It’s based on Google’s new OEM reference model and is one of my favorites. The button layout is intuitive and has dedicated options for Bookmarks menu options, power, volume, and Google Assistant.

Conclusion

MeCool makes the KM2 Plus fairly competitive with Roku and Apple TV at $90. If you are in the market for a streamer and want the Android ecosystem, the KM2 Plus is compelling. The great remote and the full array of expansion ports make it one of the more complete Google-powered units on the market.

This model can be purchased directly from MeCool or via Amazon. You can currently get 15% off with our code: 15Sep at MeCool.

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Check out the latest Android Updates from Google

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Check out the latest Android Updates from Google

Google last week rolled out another round of features coming to Android and Wear OS. This batch of updates focuses on productivity, communication, and accessibility.

Let’s dive into the improvements coming to an Android device near you.

Productivity

Nearby Share – Google makes transferring files across your devices even more effortless. Select an Android device logged into your Google account from the sharing menu to share files between them. You can even opt-in to transfer files while the screen is off.

Bigger Screens, Bigger Widgets – With Google’s work on Android for bigger screens, it only makes sense that certain apps would be optimized for the increased screen real estate. Google Drive widget will now have three home screen buttons to easily access Google Docs, Slides, and Sheets files. Google Keep will use the bigger widget to increase the font size and accessing your notes even easier.

Communication

Emojify – Emojify will help add the right emphasis to a message without having to select every emoji one at a time. Type your message and hit the Emojify button, it will automatically add the right emojis to your message. This is currently available in Gboard Beta and coming to all Gboard English users over the next few weeks.

Emoji Kitchen – Seasonal mashups are coming to Gboard. Google is combining your favorite emojis with the best parts of Fall to share with your friends.

Video Calls – Google Meet is getting a live sharing feature so you can co-watch YouTube videos and play games with up to 100 friends and family members at a time. Google Meet is also getting a multi-pinning tool to adjust your screen and stay focused on the people you choose.

Accessibility

Accessibility Tools – Google will be allowing you to add custom sounds to the Live Transcribe & Notifications function for the hearing impaired. All you have to do is record your custom sound and your phone or watch will alert you the next time the sound goes off. For the visually impaired, Google is bringing Audio Descriptions on Google TV to narrate live visual information using Google Assistant. You can start exploring by asking Google Assistant to search for audio description movies to look through the curated library.

Wear OS

Wear OS – Wear OS is getting a new Keep tile to let you dictate a note or checklist directly from your watch or manage ones made on another device. Google is also bringing Bitmoji to the Wear OS watch face. After setting up a personal avatar on Snapchat, Bitmoji.com, or the Bitmoji mobile app, just download the Bitmojii watch face to send it to your watch. The Bitmoji will change expressions depending on the time of day, the weather, and your physical activity.

Qualcomm announces 2 new chips: the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 1

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Qualcomm announces 2 new chips: the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 1

Qualcomm recently took the wraps off of its Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 mobile processors. They continue the new naming convention introduced with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 but these two chips are destined for mid-range and budget devices. They are also the chipsets set to replace the outgoing Snapdragon 400 and Snapdragon 600.

Snapdragon 6 Gen 1

The Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 is a 4nm chipset with an octa-core CPU (4x Cortex-A78 and 4x Cortex A-55). It is the more powerful of the two chips here, with Qualcomm claiming a 40% performance boost over the Snapdragon 695. It also features an Adreno GPU that should bring a 35% performance increase.

In addition to its performance boost, it brings some decent set of camera capabilities. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 offers up to 200MP single-camera support, 25MP+16MP dual camera support, and 13MP triple camera setups. Qualcomm also bumped up video recording over the Snapdragon 695. It can now record 4K HDR videos.

Rounding out the specs is an improved AI engine, with a claimed 3x increase in AI performance. It also features a Snapdragon X62 5G modern, 120Hz FHD+ display support, Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 6E, and Quick Charge 4+ support.

The Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 will launch in Q1 2023 and Motorola has already confirmed it will be offering a device with this chip.

  • Snapdragon 6 Gen 1

Snapdragon 4 Gen 1

Qualcomm also took the wraps off the 6 Gen 1’s weaker sibling. The Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 is a 6nm octa-core CPU (2x Cortex A-78 and 6x Cortex-A55). Qualcomm claims a 15% CPU boost and a 10% GPU performance boost over the outgoing Snapdragon 480.

The Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 features many of the same capabilities as the Snapdragon 695. It offers up to 108MP single-camera support, 25MP+13MP dual camera support, and 13MP triple camera setups. Unfortunately, this chip doesn’t have 4K recording capabilities.

The rest of the chip features an X51 modem, 120Hz FHD+ display support, Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 5, and Quick Charge 4+ support. The Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 will launch this quarter (Q3 2022).

Best online casinos in Canada & top 17 Canadian casino sites in 2022 for live game shows and more

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Players searching for the best online casinos Canada has to offer should be aware of red flags that could ruin their perception of online gambling for good.

Online casinos with suspiciously worded reviews, unreliable customer support, slow payouts, and no visible license ought to be left to the scrap heap – and well outside our list.

That’s why we’re making sure our top Canadian casinos online avoid these pitfalls with easy-earn bonuses, tons of games, secure payment methods, and full mobile compatibility.

Spin Casino is our #1 pick for their leading variety of popular casino games, their cash prizes, and their full mobile casino; but we’ve got 16 additional sites ready to compete for your loyalty.

Best Online Casinos in Canada

1. Spin Casino – BestOnline Casino in Canada Overall 

Pros

  • 47 live dealer games
  • 22 sports betting options
  • 480+ total games
  • 100% welcome bonus up to $1,000

Cons

  • No mobile casino app

Spin Casino is the best Canadian casino online for table games. They host 47 different live dealer provisions that include live poker, blackjack, and baccarat. Additionally, they host 22 sports betting options and 480 additional games along with a full mobile casino.

Gaming Variety: 4/5

Players who sign up with Spin Casino will have access to 480+ casino games that spread across 378 slots and approximately 100 table games.

Spin Casino carries a leading 47 live dealer games that include several variants of poker, blackjack, and roulette. Moreover, they host 21 virtual roulette wheels, 15 kinds of blackjack, 16 baccarat tables, and 9 video poker variants.

Additionally, you’ll find money lines, straight bets, parlays, and futures on 22 different sports betting markets. Whether you’re looking to wager on eSports, tennis matches, or live dealer blackjack; you’ll find your perfect wager here.

If you’re a sportsbook vet who loves to spin through popular online slots; you should consider signing up with Spin Casino.

Bonuses: 4.3/5

To our surprise, we didn’t find any free spins at Spin Casino. However, we ran into their triple-tiered deposit match that can potentially score you an extra $1,000 in spending money.

When players make an initial deposit of at least $10, they’ll get a 100% match up to $400. Your second and third deposits with their site will each receive a 100% reload bonus up to $300.

However, there’s a catch here. To cash out on your bonus, however, you will have to meet a steep wagering requirement. On the bright side, the low min deposit of $10 for this bonus is the lowest around so even first time players can get a piece of the bonus action.

Deposits & Withdrawals: 4.5/5

Spin Casino accepts a leading variety of secure deposit methods.

Although you can’t use crypto here, players can make their deposits through Visa/MasterCard credit cards, debit cards, Interac, eChecks, InstaDebit, Paysafecard, MuchBetter, Instant Site Payments, ecoPayz, Flexepin, Neosurf, ecoVoucher, and bank transfer.

Finally, players can expect lightning-fast payout speeds and fee-free withdrawals across the board. Whether you’re cashing out via bank transfer, debit card, or ewallet; you can expect to have your Canadian dollars within 48 hours of initiating a withdrawal.

Mobile Compatibility: 4.5/5

Unfortunately, Spin Casino lacks a dedicated mobile app for their platform. However, you’ll be happy to know that their mobile casino website is fully optimized for almost every device.

Their mobile casino offers full compatibility across their 22 sports markets, 47 live dealer casino games, and 378+ slots. We had no problems navigating through their site; even on older devices.

We also found it effortless to deposit our money, place wagers with one click, and initiate withdrawals on-the-go.

Related post: Best CA Casino Sites for Canadian Players

2. Jackpot City – Best Canadian Online Casino for Progressive Jackpots 

Pros

  • 50 progressive jackpots
  • Average RTP of 95.9%
  • 379 high-quality slot games
  • 4-tiered deposit match
  • Full mobile compatibility

Cons

  • High 70x wagering requirement
  • No online sportsbook

Jackpot City is our top-reviewed selection for big fish hunters. You’ll find 50 progressive jackpots and 379 slot games with an average return-to-player (RTP) percentage of 95.9%. Additionally, all of their slot games can be enjoyed while on-the-go through their native Android app.

Gaming Variety: 4.4/5

As you might expect from the name, Jackpot City carries 379 high-quality slot games alongside 50 progressive jackpots that pay into the hundreds of thousands. They also boast an average RTP percentage of 95.9%, which might convince big fish hunters to cast their lines here.

That said, you’ll also find around 100 table games to enjoy in between slots sessions. They host a massive 53 live dealer games (including 3 card poker games), 17 variations of blackjack, 15 baccarat tables, and 9 virtual roulette wheels.

You won’t find an online sportsbook here, unfortunately. Their online casino is dedicated towards providing a traditional, albeit varied, online gambling experience.

Bonuses: 4.5/5

Disappointingly enough, we didn’t find any free spins here. However, players can take advantage of Jackpot City’s quadruple-tiered welcome bonus with their first 4 deposits.

Here’s how it works – you’ll have the chance to score up to $1,600 in bonus money, as each of your first 4 deposits will receive a 100% match up to $400.

Deposits & Withdrawals: 4.5/5

Spin Casino and Jackpot City hit the nail on the head by offering the same 14 banking options for players to utilize. However, you won’t be able to place crypto wagers just yet.

That said, players can make their deposits through Visa/MasterCard, Interac, eChecks, InstaDebit, Paysafecard, MuchBetter, Instant Site Payments, ecoPayz, Flexepin, Neosurf, ecoVoucher, and bank transfer here.

Additionally, players can take advantage of Jackpot City’s low betting limits. Players only need to deposit $10 to qualify for their 4-tiered deposit bonus.

Finally, we appreciated their blazing-fast, fee-free withdrawals across the board. You can expect to have your money in hand within 48 hours of requesting a payout.

Mobile Compatibility: 4.3/5

Jackpot City offers a native app for Android devices. Additionally, their mobile casino website offers full compatibility across the entirety of their gaming library for iOS users.

We found ourselves wagering seamlessly across their 379+ slots and trying our hand at their 53 live dealer provisions while on-the-move.

Additionally, their mobile app allows for effortless one-click deposits and withdrawals.

Our only complaint here is that their website can lag slightly on older mobile devices, but by no means is their casino unusable.

3. Royal Panda – Best Online Casino in Canada for Live Dealer Games 

Pros

  • 100% welcome bonus up to $1,000
  • Low 35x playthrough
  • Minimal betting limits
  • More than 1,200 of the best online casino games
  • Full mobile compatibility

Cons

  • No sports betting options

Royal Panda is our #3 online casino picks for their generous welcome bonus attached to industry-leading wagering requirements. Additionally, players of all kinds will love their 1,200 games and their full-scale mobile casino.

Gaming Variety: 4/5

Players who sign up with Royal Panda will find 1,200+ exclusive casino provisions.

Their library spreads across 1,118 popular slot games, 50+ table games, and almost 50 exclusive casino games not seen anywhere else.

Although Royal Panda isn’t a sports betting site; you’ll have access to 3 video poker variants; 17 virtual roulette wheels, 6 baccarat tables, 14 kinds of blackjack, and 25 live dealer games (including poker and blackjack).

What really stands out about the live casino is their wide variety of blackjack games and the compelling addition of some live game shows like Boom City, Sweet Bonanza Candyland, and Mega Wheel Live.

Bonuses: 4.5/5

While you shouldn’t expect any free spins just for making an account, Royal Panda has one of the easiest deposit matches we’ve seen.

When you make your first deposit of at least $15, you’ll receive a 100% match up to $1,000 attached to a low 35x playthrough. Although they don’t have the flashiest bonus we’ve reviewed, they carry some of the lowest wagering requirements the industry has to offer.

Deposits & Withdrawals: 4/5

Royal Panda accepts 7 forms of fiat currency. While they don’t take crypto wagers, players can make their deposits through Visa/MasterCard, iDebit, Interac, Neosurf, Paysafecard, or MuchBetter.

While we’d consider their banking menu to be fairly limited, we appreciated the number of e-wallets they accept. Additionally, we loved their low betting limits. Players only need to initially deposit $15 to qualify for their 100% bonus match up to $1,000.

Finally, they offer fee-free withdrawals and fairly quick payout speeds across the board. E-wallet payouts are processed instantly, and you’ll only have to wait 48 hours for debit card or wire transfer payouts.

Mobile Compatibility: 5/5

Royal Panda offers one of the best mobile casinos we’ve run into.

Their mobile website offers full compatibility for Android and iOS devices. Players can easily deposit their money, place wagers, and initiate withdrawals while on-the-go.

We had no problems betting across their 1,218 online casino games, even on older devices. It’s rare to encounter a fully optimized mobile casino website, but Royal Panda fits the bill.

4. Casino Nic – Best New Canadian Online Casino Site 

Pros

  • Various welcome bonus offers
  • 3,800+ casino games
  • 3,300+ high-quality slots
  • 222 live dealer games
  • Native iOS/Android application

Cons

  • Some payouts are admittedly slow

Casino Nic is our top-reviewed new casino site. Although they were established in 2019, they’ve already compiled thousands of the most popular casino games and tons of exclusive titles under one roof. Additionally, players will love the variety of their bonus offerings.

Gaming Variety: 4/5

Casino Nic carries 3,866 total casino games. Although 3,320 of those games are high-quality online slots; players will also find nearly 700 table games to scroll through.

Their hundreds of table gaming options are spread across 300 different blackjack games, 56 video poker variants, 55 baccarat tables, 99 virtual roulette wheels, 10 bingo games, and 9 versions of keno.

Additionally, they offer a staggering 222 live dealer provisions (although most of these casino games are variations of live roulette). While you won’t find an online sportsbook with Casino Nic, that’s quite literally the only market they haven’t expanded to include.

If you’re mainly interested in finding thousands of exclusive titles and having more table games at your fingertips than you know what to do with; you’ll love placing your wagers through Casino Nic.

Bonuses: 4.3/5

CasinoNic offers 5 welcome bonuses for players to take advantage of.

Their most popular bonus offer comes in the form of up to $5,000 in extra cash over your first 10 deposits. Your initial deposit will score you a 100% match up to $500, while your next 9 deposits will receive an additional 50% match up to $500.

Additionally, players can enjoy reload bonuses twice a week. When you pad your casino wallet on Tuesdays, you’ll receive a 100% reload match up to $150.

However, we’d recommend making your deposits on Friday to enjoy their higher bonus cap – you can receive a 50% reload match up to $300.

Finally, if it’s your birthday when you sign up, you’ll get a 50% match on your first deposit of $250.

The 50x wagering requirement across the board is quite reasonable compared to its competitors above, so if you have less time to work it off this is a fine online casino choice.

Deposits & Withdrawals: 4/5

Players who sign up with CasinoNic can take advantage of 11 secure payment methods (although they don’t accept cryptocurrencies yet).

You’ll be able to make your deposits through Visa/MasterCard, Interac, iDebit, Maestro, ecoPayz, Skrill, MuchBetter, MiFinity, Flexepin, and Neosurf here.

We believe their betting limits are very reasonable. You’ll need to put down $10 for each of your first 10 deposits in order to qualify for your deposit match up to $5,000.

We were also happy to see them offer fee-free withdrawals across the board, but we were disappointed with their debit card/wire transfer payout speeds. Although e-wallet transactions are processed instantly, you’ll have to wait a full 5 days for all other fiat payouts to clear.

Mobile Compatibility: 4.5/5

CasinoNic is definitely with the times – they host a native mobile app for iOS and Android devices, and they offer full compatibility across their thousands of exclusive titles.

Even on older devices; we had no trouble spinning through their 3,000+ slots, placing our wagers throughout their 700+ table games, and playing numerous hands of live roulette while on-the-go.

We’d have given them perfect marks here if their mobile website’s user interface was a bit more organized; but we understand it’s hard to fit nearly 4,000 casino games into a smartphone screen.

If you’re going to play here, you should wager through their app regardless.

5. Cloudbet – Best Crypto Online Casino in Canada 

Pros

  • Accepts 12 forms of crypto
  • 20+ sports categories
  • Live dealer casino poker + blackjack
  • Hundreds of online slots
  • 100% bonus match up to 5 BTC

Cons

  • No customer support phone line
  • No fiat currencies accepted

Cloudbet is simply one of the best Bitcoin casinos in the world. However, you will need to use NordVPN to access this casino – they offer the least expensive, most secure, and fastest web browsing experience on the market.

Gaming Variety: 4/5

Players who sign up with Cloudbet will have access to quite a few live dealer games, and a broad selection of online slots.

Additionally, you’ll find money lines, straight bets, parlays, and futures on 20 different sports categories. You can wager on everything from NFL games to eSports tournaments here.

While some of their odds don’t look very competitive at first glance, upon doing some digging; we were able to find money lines that even a sportsbook vet would consider betting on.

Moreover, their broad casino library includes several variations of live poker and blackjack in addition to hundreds of exclusive crypto titles and slots (alongside a few progressive jackpots).

Most notably, they’re the only casino we’ve reviewed that takes crypto wagers from Canadian players.

Bonuses: 4.4/5

Players won’t find any free spins here, but they will encounter a gigantic 100% initial deposit match up to 5 BTC.

You’ll only have to contend with a reasonable 40x playthrough to cash out; and 100% of every wager you place on their site goes towards satisfying their wagering requirements.

There’s no question that Cloudbet has the highest initial bonus match we’ve seen, but there’s a caveat here in that your bonus funds are released incrementally based on loyalty points.

This is great for players who don’t want to grind away for hours to get paid out. Getting the bonus in little chunks awarded as cash is a great way to keep the gameplay rolling.

Deposits & Withdrawals: 4/5

While Cloudbet is the only casino we’ve reviewed that takes crypto wagers from Canadian players; they regrettably don’t accept credit card or ewallet deposits.

That said, you can make your deposits through 20+ forms of crypto. Cloudbet accepts and pays out via BTC, ETH, ADA, Solana, Bitcoin Cash, USDT, USDC, PAX, PAXG, LINK, DAI, DASH, Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Litecoin and more.

Their low betting limits mean you’ll only need to deposit $20 in crypto to qualify for your bonus match.

Additionally, as we’d expect here, they offer instant and fee-free crypto payouts.

Mobile Compatibility: 4/5

Unfortunately, you won’t find a native mobile app for Cloudbet’s platform.

The good news here is that their mobile website offers full compatibility across their 20+ sports categories and their entire selection of slot games.

We were surprised to find ourselves easily navigating through their mobile casino website, and we didn’t run into any perceivable lag when placing our wagers (even on older devices).

That said, some of their specialty casino games aren’t optimized for smartphones or tablets.

Top Canadian Online Casino Runners-Up:

How We Ranked the Best Online Casino Sites in Canada

Gaming Variety

Our top online casinos in Canada provide a leading variety of games for players to enjoy.

Whether you’re after progressive jackpots, thousands of slot games, table games, sports betting options, or exclusive games not seen anywhere else; you’re sure to find your perfect fit listed here.

Bonuses & Promos

The best online casinos in Canada have a generous welcome bonus and tons of free spins attached to easy wagering requirements.

Although your casino bonuses will differ from site to site; we summarized the best welcome bonuses you can enjoy from each of our top 5 picks in our comparison table listed below.

Banking Options

Any best online casinos will provide a number of secure payment methods for players to utilize when making their deposits and initiating withdrawals.

We gave a higher ranking to online casinos in Canada that accept the widest variety of currencies while offering the fastest payout speeds.

Mobile Compatibility

Life gets busy, and not everybody has the time or desire to wager on casino games exclusively from their computer. That’s why we gave a higher ranking to online casinos that offer a full-scale mobile casino for players to enjoy while on-the-go.

Best Canadian Online Casinos – FAQ

Are Online Gambling Sites Safe for Canadian Players?

Yes. The many gaming authorities that license the online casinos above permit Canadian players to wager on them. You can play slot and table games, enjoy your favorite sports betting options, and try your hand at various poker games without fear of legal consequences.

That said, you will need to check your local laws to ensure that your chosen online casino possesses a valid operating license for your region.

Can I Expect A Generous Welcome Bonus From Canadian Online Casinos?

Yes, you can. When you sign up with the best online casinos in Canada, you’ll have plenty of free spins, a generous welcome bonus, and additional casino bonuses at your disposal.

Depending upon where you sign up, you’ll have access to a hefty welcome bonus package that includes tons of free spins and a deposit bonus match. Some online casinos also offer loyalty programs that come with additional cash incentives to further pad your account.

Moreover, the best Canadian online casino sites will usually attach the lowest wagering requirements to the most generous deposit bonus.

Are Online Casinos in Canada Reliable and Trustworthy?

Contrary to popular belief, most online casinos are considered reliable and trustworthy. However, separating the wheat from the chaff is where we come in.

Before making an account with any online casinos in Canada, you’ll need to be on high alert for shady factors that could ruin your experience.

All the online casinos that operate without a license shouldn’t be trusted. Signing up with unlicensed online casinos can put your financial integrity and personal information at risk of theft.

That’s why all our best online casinos contain a valid operating license and impeccable customer support options. You can expect reliable payouts, secure payment methods, and helpful customer support from all the casinos we review.

Can I Play Live Dealer Casino Games in Canada?

Yes, players can wager on numerous live casino games with the best online casinos in Canada. Additionally, many of our top picks offer full-scale mobile casinos that provide variations of live dealer blackjack and poker to enjoy while on-the-go.

Players’ access to live games is an important ranking factor in our reviews.

How Can I Pick The Best Online Casino in Canada For Me?

Finding the best online casino sites for you will mostly depend on your individual betting preferences. Whether you’re after free spins, tons of video slots, or the most generous welcome bonuses available; there’s a site for you on this list.

That said, we have some suggestions for players having trouble with their final decision.

If you’re mostly interested in a legitimate industry heavyweight with a top notch reputation and a big welcome bonus, you’ll want to sign up with Spin Casino.

However, if you’re here for progressive jackpots and a leading selection of online slots, you should consider Jackpot City or Casino Nic.

Finally, if you’re interested in online casinos with a leading variety of live dealer games and tons of sportsbook options; you’ll find yourself enjoying Cloudbet or Spin Casino.

Top Online Canadian Casinos Compared

We dove deep on our reviews to bring you the best online casinos Canada has to offer. That said, a simplified recap is in order to help you finalize your choice:

  • Spin Casino: with a reputation dating back 20+ years, this industry leader is a great place to touch down for esports betting, roulette, and online slots. Signing up at Spin Casino gives you a 100% triple bonus match up to $1,000 (70x playthrough).
  • Jackpot City: players looking for high RTP (return to player) slots find a great home here, and so do low bankroll players who can take advantage of their first deposit bonus with just $10 down. It’s a 4-tiered welcome bonus up to $1,600 (70x playthrough).
  • Royal Panda: blackjack players and live casino lovers find a great home here, as well as progressive jackpot hunters. We also like how Royal Panda offers one of the easiest deposit bonuses to earn off – the 100% initial deposit match up to $1,000 has just a 35x playthrough.
  • Casino Nic: if you are looking for a new Canadian casino site with unique reload bonus promotions to keep the bankroll fresh, this stacked site with more than 3000 slots is the place to be. You’ll get a 100% match up to $5,000 over your first 10 deposits (50x playthrough).
  • Cloudbet: crypto lovers can take advantage of the large variety of coins accepted here, to be used at their superior sportsbook or live betting casino – topped up nicely with the largest first deposit bonus in our list, that’s an impressive 100% match up to 5 BTC.

How To Get Started With the Top Online Canadian Casinos

Getting up and rolling at the best casino sites doesn’t have to be hard, so allow us to get you in the front door with some instructions on how to sign up at our top pick – Spin Casino.

1. Sign up for a casino account.  

All you have to do is visit the Spin Casino website and click the “sign-up” box, fill out any requested information (including your email address), and click “continue” to go to the next page.

2. Check your email.

Secondly, you’ll need to check your email inbox for a verification link from Spin Casino.

If you don’t see an email from them in your primary inbox, be sure to check your “promotions” folder before requesting another one.

After you find the link, click on “Confirm Your Account” to continue.

3. Make your first deposit.

Finally, you’ll need to make your first deposit with Spin Casino in order to take advantage of your online casino bonus.

Once you’ve successfully confirmed your initial deposit, you can start wagering on their entire selection of online casino games!

Still Seeking the Best Online Casino Sites in Canada?

Bettors looking to play online casino games with the best Canadian online casinos might have trouble finding their best fit. That said, if you’re new and struggling in the online gambling world, we’d like to once again recommend signing up with Spin Casino.

They’re our #1 overall pick because they offer a generous deposit bonus, truly one of the best online casinos with a wide range of games, and a full-scale mobile casino under one roof.

However, because all of our top Canadian casinos have something valuable to offer, we’d recommend you give any of them a fair chance depending on your unique needs.

Just make sure you have fun and play responsibly.

DISCLAIMER: Gambling involves risk and you must not gamble with funds you can’t afford to lose. It is not a solution to any financial difficulty. Remember, the house always wins!

If you believe you’re suffering from a gambling addiction or know anyone who does, call the National Gambling Helpline at  1-626-960-3500 right away. Their advisors can help make gambling safe for you.

All gambling sites and guides are 18+ only. Online casinos listed here may not be available in your region. Don’t forget to check local laws to make sure it’s legal where you’re based.

The reviews we conduct are independent and reader-supported. We may receive commissions for recommendations made in our guides. This does not affect our testing and evaluation process in any way.

We pride ourselves on our unbiased recommendations of online casinos we believe will bring our readers the best gaming experience.

Check out the free gambling addiction resources from these organizations.

GameSir X2 Pro Review

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Over the past couple of years, cloud-based gaming has taken off allowing us to enjoy Triple-A games on our mobile devices. Some of these services, such as Google’s Stadia or Amazon’s Luna, have their own dedicated controllers, while other services rely on third-party solutions. That has opened up a market for companies like GameSir to create a lineup of controllers designed specifically for your smartphone. 

Previously, I reviewed the GameSir X2 Bluetooth controller and we’ve also covered the X3 controller that features a built-in fan. Now, we’ve got our hands on the brand-new GameSir X2 Pro that’s officially licensed by Xbox. 

Design

Without a doubt, the GameSir X2 Pro uses the best design of any mobile controller. It is built to turn your phone into a gaming machine much like a Nintendo Switch. My favorite mobile controllers all use this design, and it’s a big improvement over mounting your phone to an ordinary gaming controller. In fact, despite owning a Stadia controller, I’ll always reach for the GameSir X2 Pro over it when playing games with Stadia on my smartphone. 

One of the biggest questions you probably have is, will it fit my phone? For this review, I specifically used the largest phone in my collection, which is the 6.8-inch Redmagic 6. The X2 Pro was able to fit it easily and even had a little room to spare. So, large phones are no issue for the X2 Pro, and the rotating USB Type-C connector makes inserting and removing your phone super convenient.

Speaking of, there’s also a USB Type-C port on the bottom right-hand corner that allows for pass-through charging on many phones. This is such a handy feature because nothing drains your battery like gaming.

If you’ve used an Xbox controller before, then you’ll be familiar with the layout. The X2 Pro features a similar layout with two analog sticks, a D-pad, and the X, Y, A, B, LT, LB, RT, RB buttons. Additionally, the Xbox, menu, and view buttons are there as well, along with a capture button for snapping screenshots. 

When not attached to your phone, GameSir includes a hardshell carrying case to help protect the analog sticks from being damaged while in transit. It may seem like a small thing, but nothing is worse than dealing with stick drift while trying to play your favorite game. 

User experience

The GameSir X2 Pro is a little thick but feels comfortable in your hands. It features non-slip grips on the back which make it easy to hold and is still lightweight for long gaming sessions. Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve spent time testing the X2 Pro out with a handful of local and cloud-based games from different services. 

The Alps 3D joysticks worked perfectly along with the tactile buttons, including the two additional mappable buttons on the back of the controller. Thankfully, setting up the programmable M1 and M2 buttons was as simple as long-pressing a few buttons. All it takes is holding in the menu, view, and M1 or M2 button for 3 seconds. Afterward, the lights on the X2 Pro will blink until you press the button you’d like to assign to the programmable buttons. 

Final thoughts

Playing games with the GameSir X2 Pro was a delight. I’m in love with this format of controllers and GameSir does everything right here. There’s a rotating hardwired connection ensuring there will be no latency while gaming, a pass-through charging port, tactile responsive buttons and triggers, it supports large phones, and of course, two programmable buttons. 

What more could you ask for from a mobile gaming controller? Furthermore, the GameSir X2 Pro undercuts its biggest competitor the Razer Kishi V2 coming in at only $80 and is available in either white or black. 

Buy from Amazon Buy from GameSir

Android phones already stealing Apple’s Dynamic Island feature

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Android phones already stealing Apple’s Dynamic Island feature

One of the highlights of Apple’s iPhone 14 series was undoubtedly the new Dynamic Island. The iOS feature, exclusive to the Pro models, essentially hides Apple’s new pill-shaped camera housing with information on notifications, calls, music, and other things.

Dynamic Island is an excellent example of an Apple innovation that Android developers will likely copy. And as we should have expected, a Xiaomi MIUI theme creator already replicates the Dynamic Island feature on Xiaomi phones. When the Island is expanded, it successfully conceals the selfie camera in the left corner.

Dynamic Island comes to Xiaomi with this theme

YouTuber Vaibhav Jain posted on Twitter the “Grumpy UI” MIUI theme. The video demonstrates the appearance of Dynamic Island-style alerts and a now-playing section on Xiaomi’s MIUI software. Although it looks interesting, the MIUI theme only supports the Chinese language and is still under development.

The theme won’t precisely duplicate the capabilities of Apple’s Dynamic Island. Despite what the video suggests, the theme creator for MIUI only allows for minor system behavior changes and does not support skinning other UI elements.

On the other hand, the sophisticated notification system on Android, in contrast to the one on the iPhone, makes it much simpler to manage alerts from multiple apps and services. Therefore, functionality similar to Dynamic Island won’t be that useful on Android phones.

It’s still too early to say whether Xiaomi or any other Android OEM would formally implement a version of the Dynamic Island on their hole-punch selfie camera.

Since the notch first debuted on smartphones, Android brands have attempted to do away with it, and Apple has taken a different route with the iPhone 14 Pro series. Instead of hiding the pill-shaped notch, the company has embraced it using Dynamic Island. The feature uses the area around the notch to show notifications and alerts with slick animations.

Nonetheless, all brands may switch to a cameraless display when the under-screen camera technology is fully developed.

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