Update 2: Iris responded, and as some suspected it was for the SIM card, not the iPad 2.

Update 1: I’ve contacted Iris to see whether or not this is a SIM card or iPad 2.

The iPad 2 went on sale in Canada last Friday, and online ordering began at 1AM, PDT. Customers were quick to see that ship time estimates were put at 2-3 weeks, but … Read More

As Apple Canada wraps up its iPad 2 launch weekend, the company has sold out of iPad 2 devices in almost every Apple Store Canada-wide.

To assist with inventory levels, and avoid long lines, Apple Canada has now enabled users to reserve an iPad 2 online for pick-up at their local Apple Store.

Customers may reserve an iPad after 9PM local time for pickup the next day at their favourite Apple Retail … Read More

With the iPad 2 launched in Canada, Bell has added a new prepaid data plan for iPad 3G users. This brings the total to four prepaid Bell data plans for iPad 3G users.

Note that since these are prepaid, the plans are activated on the iPad itself:

$15/month: 250MB (if data amount is exceeded, customer must repurchase another package; no overage fees) – Existing Bell plan
$20/month: 500MB (if data amount is exceeded, … Read More

Earlier this year, Apple updated its warranty policy for iOS devices. The update essentially relaxed the company’s water damage policy for iOS devices, giving customers a better opportunity to exchange or repair devices.

With the iPad 2, Apple seems to be further supporting the policy change as no liquid contact indicators (LCIs) are present in the iPad 2, which are usually found in the headphone jack and dock connector. In other … Read More

I just found my new Apple gadget and it’s called the iBox. Coming straight from Apple HQ in Cupertino, California, the company has released a revolutionary new product.

The iBox has no touchscreen and no software. It also has no battery, meaning it never needs charging! As Apple’s press release states, “iBox is pure imagination — the first Apple product that can be whatever you want it to be.”

Amazing.

The new iBox is … Read More

List updated: Tuesday March 29 7AM PDT

Retail Store update: Reserve & Pickup your iPad 2 in-store based on availability.

As we pass the iPad 2 launch weekend, many buyers are still looking for an iPad 2 in Canada. The majority of Apple Authorized Dealers sold out on Friday, however many Apple Stores had available inventory into late Saturday.

As inventory gets tighter, let’s make a unified place for people to quickly … Read More

The iPad 2 is thinner compared to the original iPad, and part of this is due to the thickness of the glass being reduced by 27%. Other factors include thinner batteries and tapered edges in the iPad 2 design.

What’s remarkable is the iPad 2′s thinner glass is also much stronger compared to the original iPad, as seen in the following tests performed by iFixYouri. The iPad 2′s glass is … Read More

When Canadian iPad 2 online sales launched early yesterday morning, within minutes the shipping time changed to 2-3 weeks. As the day went on, Canadian shipping time slipped to 3-4 weeks, which is where it is now.

Like in the USA, it appears Apple is having difficulty with demand. On the retail end of things, many Apple resellers sold out completely, as did Apple Stores, but we have reports that confirm … Read More

The iPad 2 launches on Friday in Canada at 5pm (people are already in line). As most of you know, the new Smart Cover is a pure work of art. It protects the screen of the iPad, but what about the back? For long time followers of this blog and iPhoneinCanada.ca, you know that I have used ZAGG’s invisibleSHIELD on my products since my original … Read More

For the iPad 2 launch, Apple launched some Apple-branded accessories such as the Smart Cover, HDMI cable, and new Dock. For the original iPad, Apple launched a keyboard dock, which was not refreshed for the iPad 2.

Wondering what’s up, a 9to5Mac reader emailed Apple Senior Vice President of Marketing:

From what I’ve heard, the Apple keyboard dock is not made for the iPad 2. Is there an iPad 2 version that … Read More