Designed to push the boundaries of mobile innovation, the latest Galaxy devices transform the way we communicate, work, play and create
Samsung Electronics Canada today announced that the Samsung Galaxy S22 series and Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series are now available for purchase online at Samsung.com/ca, at Samsung Experience Stores, and at national retail and carrier locations across Canada.
Built with a bold, sustainably conscious design, groundbreaking camera capabilities[1] and our best mobile performance yet, the Galaxy S22 series sets a new standard in premium smartphone technology. The latest Galaxy smartphones also integrate seamlessly with the Galaxy Tab S8 series – the biggest, boldest and most versatile Galaxy tablets to date, combining excellent performance with an immersive display and a seamless experience across Galaxy devices.
“Our new Galaxy S22 series and Galaxy Tab S8 series devices are transforming the way we create, communicate, and connect,” said Raj Doshi, Head of Mobile Business at Samsung Electronics Canada. “With best-in-class cameras, sustainable and eco-conscious designs, immersive displays, and seamless integration with other Galaxy devices, Canadians get the very best Samsung innovation and performance to power their every day.”
Power creativity and make every moment epic with Galaxy S22
The Galaxy S22 series empowers Canadians to enjoy new levels of creativity and self-expression with intelligent image processing, advanced Nightography and pro-grade video capture. In merging the productivity experience of the Galaxy Note series with the creative power of Galaxy S, Galaxy S22 Ultra elevates mobile entertainment and productivity in the most powerful Ultra device from Samsung to date – complete with the latest 4nm processor, a built-in S Pen[2] and a beautiful AMOLED 2x adaptive 120Hz display[3]. The Galaxy S22 Ultra is joined by the Galaxy S22 and the Galaxy S22+, designed with next-level camera experiences[4] so you can capture your favourite moments and then share with friends and family with co-watch on Google Duo, brought to life on the brightest smartphone display ever from Samsung.
Galaxy S22 Ultra is available in Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green and Burgundy, and in Samsung.com/ca exclusive colours Graphite, Sky Blue and Red, starting at $1,649.99 (our regular price) for the 128GB model, $1,789.99 (our regular price) for the 256GB model, and $1,929.99 (our regular price) for the 512GB model. A 1TB model is also available for $2,209.99 (our regular price) exclusively on Samsung.com/ca.
Galaxy S22+ is available in Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green and Pink Gold, and in Samsung.com/ca exclusive colours Graphite, Cream, Sky Blue and Violet starting at $1,399.99 (our regular price) for the 128GB model, and $1,469.99 (our regular price) for the 256GB model.
Galaxy S22 is available in Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green and Pink Gold, and in Samsung.com/ca exclusive colours Graphite, Cream, Sky Blue and Violet, starting at $1,099.99 (our regular price) for the 128GB model, and $1,169.99 (our regular price) for the 256GB model.
Unlock more opportunities to work and play without limits with the sophisticated hardware, powerful performance, and a new and improved S Pen[5] experience on the Galaxy Tab S8 series – the boldest tablet lineup ever from Samsung. Delivering the most premium Galaxy tablet experience yet, the first-ever Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra boasts an expansive 14.6-inch Super AMOLED display[6] and 120Hz refresh rate, to fully immerse you in every video, movie, and game. And whether you want to explore your artistic side, indulge in lag-free gaming, or simply multitask with ease, the Galaxy Tab S8 and Galaxy Tab S8+ offer impressive connectivity, productivity, and entertainment opportunities, supported by an intelligent all-day battery[7].
Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is available in Graphite starting at $1,399.99 (our regular price) for the 128GB model (Samsung.com/ca and Samsung Experience Store exclusive) and $1,499.99 (our regular price) for the 256GB model.
Galaxy Tab S8+ is available in Graphite, Silver and Pink Gold starting at $1,149.99 (our regular price) for the 128GB model, and $1,249.99 (our regular price) for the 256GB model.
Galaxy Tab S8 is available in Graphite, Silver (Samsung.com/ca and Samsung Experience Store exclusive colour) and Pink Gold starting at $899.99 (our regular price) for the 128GB model, and $999.99 (our regular price) for the 256GB model.
Sync your Gallery with OneDrive. Starting February 25, 2022, Canadians who purchase a Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+ or Galaxy S22 Ultra smartphone can enjoy six months of 100GB OneDrive cloud storage[8]. This offer applies to Galaxy S22 series devices purchased online at Samsung.com/ca, at Samsung Experience Stores, and at national carrier and retail locations across Canada.
Gift with Purchase Offers
Purchase a Galaxy Tab S8 series tablet between February 25 and March 31, 2022, on Samsung.com/ca, or at a Samsung Experience Store location in Canada and receive a bonus Book Cover and Galaxy Buds2 (Graphite) as a gift with purchase[9].
AIR MILES® Offers
From February 25 to April 30, 2022, receive 50 Bonus Miles when you use an AIR MILES® offer to purchase a Galaxy S22 series smartphone, and then use Samsung Pay on your new Galaxy device to show your AIR MILES® card at participating AIR MILES® partners 3 or more times each week. Samsung Account and AIR MILES® account must be linked to be eligible for this offer[10].
Customers who purchase a Galaxy S22 series smartphone between February 25 and April 4, 2022 at a Samsung Experience Store or online at Samsung.com/ca will also receive[11]:
100 Bonus Miles with the purchase of a Galaxy S22
200 Bonus Miles with the purchase of a Galaxy S22+
350 Bonus Miles with the purchase of a Galaxy S22 Ultra
From February 25 to March 31, 2022, customers who purchase a Galaxy Tab S8 series device at a Samsung Experience Store or online at Samsung.com/ca will receive[12]:
50 Bonus Miles with the purchase of a Galaxy Tab S8
150 Bonus Miles with the purchase of a Galaxy Tab S8+
250 Bonus Miles with the purchase of a Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
Samsung Care+ Offers
Until April 4, 2022, customers who purchase Samsung Care+ for an eligible Galaxy S22 series smartphone or Galaxy Tab S8 series device at a Samsung Experience Store in Canada or online at Samsung.com/ca will also receive 100 Bonus Miles[13].
Customers purchasing an eligible Galaxy S22 series[14] or Galaxy Tab S8 series[15] device between February 25 to April 4, 2022 can also purchase a Samsung Care+ 2 year plan for their new device for 30% off.
Trade-In Offers
Until April 4, 2022, Galaxy S22 series customers can receive a credit of up to $300 when they trade in an old smartphone, plus the trade-in value of the old device. From February 25 to March 31, 2022, Galaxy Tab S8 series customers can receive a credit of $100 when they trade in an old tablet, smartphone, or laptop, plus the trade-in value of the old device. The trade-in program is being supported on Samsung.com/ca, SES locations and at select national retailers and carriers in Canada[16].
Customers who purchase Galaxy S22 series on Samsung.com/ca and participate in the trade-in program will receive an instant promotional trade-in credit of up to $300, plus the residual value of their trade-in device, applied upfront towards the purchase of their new Galaxy S22 series (before taxes)[17].
From February 25 to March 31, 2022, customers who purchase a Galaxy Tab S8 series device at a Samsung Experience Store in Canada or online at Samsung.com/ca and participate in the trade-in program will receive an instant promotional trade-in credit of $100, plus the residual value of their trade-in device, applied upfront towards the purchase of their new Galaxy Tab S8 series device[18].
Peace of Mind with Samsung Care+
With a Samsung Care+ Plan, Canadians can experience a total care service for their new Galaxy Smartphone, Laptop, Tablet or Wearable device. Users will be protected for up to two years against physical or liquid damage and mechanical malfunction or defects, with a team of dedicated Galaxy experts available to help them get back on track[19].
[2] S pen support is available on Galaxy S22 Ultra. S Pen support is not available on Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22+
[3] The Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with Vision Booster on Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22+ received a certification from VDE Germany for 100 percent Mobile Colour Volume in the DCI-P3 colour range, which means your images aren’t washed out and you’ll get unbelievably vivid colours regardless of differing levels of brightness. The display can achieve peak brightness of up to 1,750 nits on Galaxy S22+ and 1300 nits on Galaxy S22 improving the contrast between dark and light aspects of digital content for a more brilliant picture quality, with a 3,000,000:1 contrast ratio on Galaxy S22+ and a 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio on Galaxy S22 to make your mobile experience more immersive.
[6] Measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole.
[7] Based on average battery life under typical usage conditions. Actual battery life depends on factors such as network, features selected and other application-usage patterns. Results may vary.
[8] Six-month free trial of OneDrive 100GB cloud storage available for consumers who have purchased a Galaxy S22, S22+, or S22 Ultra only. Offer available between February 25, 2022 and January 31, 2023. Availability may vary. Google Play’s terms and conditions apply. Refer to https://www.microsoft.com/onedrive-samsung-offer for more details.
[9] Some conditions apply. Offer is valid from February 25th to March 31st, 2022. Purchase from a participating authorized Canadian retailer any eligible Samsung Galaxy Tab S8/S8+/S8 Ultra and receive both a Galaxy Tab S8/S8+/S8 Ultra Book Cover and Galaxy Buds2 Graphite as a bonus (Book Cover EF-BT630PBEGCA regular price $99.99, EF-BT730PBEGCA regular price $109.99, EF-BX900PBEGCA regular price $149.99, Galaxy Buds2 Graphite SM-R177NZKAXAC regular price $189.99) Eligible Samsung Galaxy Tab S8/S8+/S8 Ultra tablets are as follows:
(SM-X900NZAEXAC, MSRP $1499.99, SM-X900NZAAXAC, MSRP $1399.99, SM-X800NZAAXAC, SM-X800NIDAXAC, SM-X800NZSAXAC, MSRP $1149.99, SM-X800NZABXAC, SM-X800NIDBXAC, SM-X800NZSBXAC, MSRP $1249.99, SM-X700NZAAXAC, SM-X700NIDAXAC, SM-X700NZSAXAC, MSRP $899.99, SM-X700NZABXAC, SM-X700NIDBXAC, SM-X700NZSBXAC, MSRP $999.99. While supplies last. No rain checks. Limit of one Galaxy Tab S8/S8+/S8 Ultra Book Cover and one Galaxy Buds2 Graphite per Galaxy Tab S8/S8+/S8 Ultra purchased. The exact model of the Book Cover received by the customer will depend on the eligible Samsung Galaxy Tab S8/S8+/S8 Ultra purchased by the consumer. Open to Canadian residents only. Participating authorized Canadian retailers may vary and may sell for less. Purchases made at Samsung Experience Stores in Canada and samsung.com/ca are also eligible for this promotion. Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. Promotion may be canceled or changed without notice.
[10] Bonus offer: Tap to use card: Get 50 AIR MILES Bonus Miles when you use Samsung Pay to show your AIR MILES card at participating AIR MILES partners 3 or more times each week (Monday through Sunday) between February 25, 2022 to April 30, 2022. The Samsung Account that you used to register for Samsung Pay MUST be the same Samsung Account that is linked to you AIR MILES collector number. Click “Tap to use card” and scan or show your AIR MILES card via Samsung Pay. Please note, link your AIR MILES Collector Number to your Samsung Account before purchasing the device by accessing Samsung Account. If you do not have a Samsung Account, you may create it at samsung.com. If you have forgotten your Samsung Account ID or password, you may retrieve them at samsung.com by clicking on the “Log In” button. Limit of one offer and one Collector Number per Samsung Account to a maximum of 5 Samsung Accounts per Collector Number. This offer may be canceled or amended at any time. Bonus Miles will be posted to your Collector Account within 60 days.
Offer available to AIR MILES® collectors who: (a) used an eligible AIR MILES offer to purchase a Galaxy S22 or S22+ smartphone; (b) have activated and registered Samsung Pay on their qualifying Samsung device; (c) have linked their AIR MILES collector number to their valid Samsung Account, and (d) have added the linked AIR MILES collector number to the Samsung Pay Wallet (in the Membership section). You must click “Tap to Use Card” and scan or show your AIR MILES card via Samsung Pay at an AIR MILES participating partners. No minimum purchase necessary. Participating AIR MILES Partners can be found at airmiles.ca. Any transactions using the AIR MILES Card in Samsung Pay must occur at least 5 minutes apart. Limit of 50 Miles per Collector Number per week. This offer may be canceled or amended at any time. ®™ Trademarks of AM Royalties Limited Partnership used under license by LoyaltyOne, Co. and Samsung.
[11] Offer valid from February 25, 2022 to April 4, 2022. Offer available exclusively at samsung.com/ca and Samsung Experience Stores in Canada. During the offer period, purchase a Galaxy S22 (SM-S901WZKAXAC, SM-S901WZKEXAC, SM-S901WZWAXAC, SM-S901WZWEXAC, SM-S901WZGAXAC, SM-S901WZGEXAC, SM-S901WIDAXAC, and SM-S901WIDEXAC) and get 100 AIR MILES Bonus Miles. During the offer period, purchase a Galaxy S22+ (SM-S906WZKAXAC, SM-S906WZKEXAC, SM-S906WZWAXAC, SM-S906WZWEXAC, SM-S906WZGAXAC, SM-S906WZGEXAC, SM-S906WIDAXAC, and SM-S906WIDEXAC) and get 200 AIR MILES Bonus Miles. During the offer period, purchase a Galaxy S22 Ultra (SM-S908WZKAXAC, SM-S908WZKEXAC, SM-S908WZKFXAC, SM-S908WZKNXAC, SM-S908WZWAXAC, SM-S908WZWEXAC, SM-S908WZWFXAC, SM-S908WZWNXAC, SM-S908WZGAXAC, SM-S908WZGEXAC, SM-S908WZGFXAC, SM-S908WZGNXAC, SM-S908WDRAXAC, SM-S908WDREXAC, SM-S908WDRFXAC, and SM-S908WDRNXAC) and get 350 AIR MILES Bonus Miles. AIR MILES collector number must be provided at the time of purchase. Bonus Miles will be posted to your collector account within 60 days of the offer end date. While quantities last. No rain checks. Availability and selection may vary. Products may be purchased separately at regular prices. Outright purchases only. Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion unless specifically agreed to by Samsung. Offer may be cancelled or changed without notice. ®™ Trademarks of AM Royalties Limited Partnership used under license by LoyaltyOne, Co. and Samsung.
[12] Offer valid from February 25, 2022 to March 31, 2022. Offer available exclusively at samsung.com/ca and Samsung Experience Stores in Canada. During the offer period, purchase a Galaxy Tab S8 (SM-X700NZABXAC, SM-X700NIDAXAC, SM-X700NZAAXAC) and get 50 AIR MILES Bonus Miles. During the offer period, purchase a Galaxy Tab S8+ (SM-X800NZAAXAC, SM-X800NIDAXAC, SM-X800NZABXAC) and get 150 AIR MILES Bonus Miles. During the offer period, purchase a Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra (SM-X900NZAEXAC, SM-X900NZAAXAC) and get 250 AIR MILES Bonus Miles. AIR MILES collector number must be provided at the time of purchase. Bonus Miles will be posted to your collector account within 60 days of the offer end date. While quantities last. No rain checks. Availability and selection may vary. Products may be purchased separately at regular prices. Outright purchases only. Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion unless specifically agreed to by Samsung. Offer may be canceled or changed without notice.
[13] Offer valid from January 11, 2022 to April 4, 2022. Get 100 Bonus Miles when you purchase Samsung Care+ with your new eligible Samsung device between January 11, 2022 to April 4, 2022. Offer available exclusively online at samsung.com/ca when you purchase Samsung Care+ together with a Samsung tablet, Galaxy Book laptop, eligible wearable, eligible Galaxy A series, Galaxy S8 series, Galaxy S9 series, Galaxy Note 9 series, Galaxy S10 series, Galaxy Note 10 series, Galaxy S20 series, Galaxy Note 20 series, Galaxy S20 FE 5G, Galaxy S21 FE , Galaxy S21 series, or Galaxy S22 series smartphone (“eligible Samsung device”). Purchase of eligible Samsung device and Samsung Care+ must be made at the same time and in a single transaction. Bonus Miles will be posted to your Collector Account within 60 days of the offer end date. AIR MILES Collector Number must be provided at the time of purchase. While quantities last. No rain checks. Availability and selection may vary. Products may be purchased separately at regular prices. Outright purchases only. Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion unless specifically agreed to by Samsung. Offer may be canceled or changed without notice. ®™ Trademarks of AM Royalties Limited Partnership used under license by LoyaltyOne, Co. and Samsung.
[16] Certain conditions apply. Receive a trade-in promotional credit of up to $300, in addition to the trade-in value of your eligible old smartphone (the “Eligible Trade-In Product”), when you:
(i) pre-order and complete your purchase of an eligible Galaxy S22 series between February 9th, 2022 and February 24th, 2022; or purchase an eligible Galaxy S22 series between February 25th, 2022 and April 4th, 2022 (the “Offer Period”), from a participating authorized Canadian retailer or carrier, a Samsung Experience Store in Canada or online at https://www.samsung.com/ca/; and
(ii) complete the trade-in of your Eligible Trade-In Product by April 4th, 2022; and
(iii) ship the Eligible Trade-in Product within 21 calendar days of receiving the waybill
Selection and availability may vary. While quantities last. No rain checks. No cash value. $300 credit based on completing the trade-in of an eligible Galaxy Note series, Galaxy S series, or Galaxy Z series device and purchasing a Galaxy S22 series. Offer is subject to change or cancellation without notice, cannot be combined with any other offer and is available to Canadian residents only. Offer provided by Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. See https://www.samsung.com/ca/offer/ for Full Terms and Conditions. Please note: for trade-in transactions online at Samsung.com/ca if you do not send in your Eligible Trade-In Product within the prescribed time, or if the device condition differs materially from that which you have represented to be accurate using the Trade-In Tool, your trade-in transaction may be subject to a charge-back, in whole or in part, in accordance with the Trade-In Program Terms and Conditions of Use.
[17] Certain conditions apply. Receive a trade-in promotional credit of up to $300, in addition to the trade-in value of your eligible old smartphone (the “Eligible Trade-In Product”), when you:
(i) pre-order and complete your purchase of an eligible Galaxy S22 series between February 9th, 2022 and February 24th, 2022; or purchase an eligible Galaxy S22 series between February 25th, 2022 and April 4th, 2022 (the “Offer Period”), from a participating authorized Canadian retailer or carrier, a Samsung Experience Store in Canada or online at https://www.samsung.com/ca/; and
(ii) complete the trade-in of your Eligible Trade-In Product by April 4th, 2022; and
(iii) ship the Eligible Trade-in Product within 21 calendar days of receiving the waybill
Selection and availability may vary. While quantities last. No rain checks. No cash value. $300 credit based on completing the trade-in of an eligible Galaxy Note series, Galaxy S series, or Galaxy Z series device and purchasing a Galaxy S22 series. Offer is subject to change or cancellation without notice, cannot be combined with any other offer and is available to Canadian residents only. Offer provided by Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. See https://www.samsung.com/ca/offer/ for Full Terms and Conditions. Please note: for trade-in transactions online at Samsung.com/ca if you do not send in your Eligible Trade-In Product within the prescribed time, or if the device condition differs materially from that which you have represented to be accurate using the Trade-In Tool, your trade-in transaction may be subject to a charge-back, in whole or in part, in accordance with the Trade-In Program Terms and Conditions of Use.
[18] Certain conditions apply. Receive a trade-in promotional credit of $100, in addition to the trade-in value of your eligible old tablet, smartphone or laptop (the “Eligible Trade-In Product”), when you: (i) purchase an eligible Galaxy Tab S8 Series device between February 25th, 2022 and March 31st, 2022 (the “Offer Period”), from a participating authorized Canadian retailer or carrier, a Samsung Experience Store in Canada or online at https://www.samsung.com/ca/; and (ii) complete the trade-in of your Eligible Trade-In Product by March 31st, 2022; and (iii) ship the Eligible Trade-in Product within 21 calendar days of receiving the waybill Selection and availability may vary. While quantities last. No rain checks. No cash value. $100 credit based on completing the trade-in of an Eligible Trade-In Product and purchasing a Galaxy Tab S8 Series device. Offer is subject to change or cancellation without notice, cannot be combined with any other offer and is available to Canadian residents only. Offer provided by Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. See https://www.samsung.com/ca/offer/ for Full Terms and Conditions. Please note: for trade-in transactions online at Samsung.com/ca if you do not send in your Eligible Trade-In Product within the prescribed time, or if the device condition differs materially from that which you have represented to be accurate using the Trade-In Tool, your trade-in transaction may be subject to a charge-back, in whole or in part, in accordance with the Trade-In Program Terms and Conditions of Use
[19] Terms and Conditions apply. For full Terms and Conditions, please see https://support-ca.samsung.com/secaew/consumer/ca/terms
The federal government is ordering the dissolution of TikTok’s Canadian business after a national security review of the Chinese company behind the social media platform, but stopped short of ordering people to stay off the app.
Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced the government’s “wind up” demand Wednesday, saying it is meant to address “risks” related to ByteDance Ltd.’s establishment of TikTok Technology Canada Inc.
“The decision was based on the information and evidence collected over the course of the review and on the advice of Canada’s security and intelligence community and other government partners,” he said in a statement.
The announcement added that the government is not blocking Canadians’ access to the TikTok application or their ability to create content.
However, it urged people to “adopt good cybersecurity practices and assess the possible risks of using social media platforms and applications, including how their information is likely to be protected, managed, used and shared by foreign actors, as well as to be aware of which country’s laws apply.”
Champagne’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment seeking details about what evidence led to the government’s dissolution demand, how long ByteDance has to comply and why the app is not being banned.
A TikTok spokesperson said in a statement that the shutdown of its Canadian offices will mean the loss of hundreds of well-paying local jobs.
“We will challenge this order in court,” the spokesperson said.
“The TikTok platform will remain available for creators to find an audience, explore new interests and for businesses to thrive.”
The federal Liberals ordered a national security review of TikTok in September 2023, but it was not public knowledge until The Canadian Press reported in March that it was investigating the company.
At the time, it said the review was based on the expansion of a business, which it said constituted the establishment of a new Canadian entity. It declined to provide any further details about what expansion it was reviewing.
A government database showed a notification of new business from TikTok in June 2023. It said Network Sense Ventures Ltd. in Toronto and Vancouver would engage in “marketing, advertising, and content/creator development activities in relation to the use of the TikTok app in Canada.”
Even before the review, ByteDance and TikTok were lightning rod for privacy and safety concerns because Chinese national security laws compel organizations in the country to assist with intelligence gathering.
Such concerns led the U.S. House of Representatives to pass a bill in March designed to ban TikTok unless its China-based owner sells its stake in the business.
Champagne’s office has maintained Canada’s review was not related to the U.S. bill, which has yet to pass.
Canada’s review was carried out through the Investment Canada Act, which allows the government to investigate any foreign investment with potential to might harm national security.
While cabinet can make investors sell parts of the business or shares, Champagne has said the act doesn’t allow him to disclose details of the review.
Wednesday’s dissolution order was made in accordance with the act.
The federal government banned TikTok from its mobile devices in February 2023 following the launch of an investigation into the company by federal and provincial privacy commissioners.
— With files from Anja Karadeglija in Ottawa
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 6, 2024.
LONDON (AP) — Most people have accumulated a pile of data — selfies, emails, videos and more — on their social media and digital accounts over their lifetimes. What happens to it when we die?
It’s wise to draft a will spelling out who inherits your physical assets after you’re gone, but don’t forget to take care of your digital estate too. Friends and family might treasure files and posts you’ve left behind, but they could get lost in digital purgatory after you pass away unless you take some simple steps.
Here’s how you can prepare your digital life for your survivors:
Apple
The iPhone maker lets you nominate a “ legacy contact ” who can access your Apple account’s data after you die. The company says it’s a secure way to give trusted people access to photos, files and messages. To set it up you’ll need an Apple device with a fairly recent operating system — iPhones and iPads need iOS or iPadOS 15.2 and MacBooks needs macOS Monterey 12.1.
For iPhones, go to settings, tap Sign-in & Security and then Legacy Contact. You can name one or more people, and they don’t need an Apple ID or device.
You’ll have to share an access key with your contact. It can be a digital version sent electronically, or you can print a copy or save it as a screenshot or PDF.
Take note that there are some types of files you won’t be able to pass on — including digital rights-protected music, movies and passwords stored in Apple’s password manager. Legacy contacts can only access a deceased user’s account for three years before Apple deletes the account.
Google
Google takes a different approach with its Inactive Account Manager, which allows you to share your data with someone if it notices that you’ve stopped using your account.
When setting it up, you need to decide how long Google should wait — from three to 18 months — before considering your account inactive. Once that time is up, Google can notify up to 10 people.
You can write a message informing them you’ve stopped using the account, and, optionally, include a link to download your data. You can choose what types of data they can access — including emails, photos, calendar entries and YouTube videos.
There’s also an option to automatically delete your account after three months of inactivity, so your contacts will have to download any data before that deadline.
Facebook and Instagram
Some social media platforms can preserve accounts for people who have died so that friends and family can honor their memories.
When users of Facebook or Instagram die, parent company Meta says it can memorialize the account if it gets a “valid request” from a friend or family member. Requests can be submitted through an online form.
The social media company strongly recommends Facebook users add a legacy contact to look after their memorial accounts. Legacy contacts can do things like respond to new friend requests and update pinned posts, but they can’t read private messages or remove or alter previous posts. You can only choose one person, who also has to have a Facebook account.
You can also ask Facebook or Instagram to delete a deceased user’s account if you’re a close family member or an executor. You’ll need to send in documents like a death certificate.
TikTok
The video-sharing platform says that if a user has died, people can submit a request to memorialize the account through the settings menu. Go to the Report a Problem section, then Account and profile, then Manage account, where you can report a deceased user.
Once an account has been memorialized, it will be labeled “Remembering.” No one will be able to log into the account, which prevents anyone from editing the profile or using the account to post new content or send messages.
X
It’s not possible to nominate a legacy contact on Elon Musk’s social media site. But family members or an authorized person can submit a request to deactivate a deceased user’s account.
Passwords
Besides the major online services, you’ll probably have dozens if not hundreds of other digital accounts that your survivors might need to access. You could just write all your login credentials down in a notebook and put it somewhere safe. But making a physical copy presents its own vulnerabilities. What if you lose track of it? What if someone finds it?
Instead, consider a password manager that has an emergency access feature. Password managers are digital vaults that you can use to store all your credentials. Some, like Keeper,Bitwarden and NordPass, allow users to nominate one or more trusted contacts who can access their keys in case of an emergency such as a death.
But there are a few catches: Those contacts also need to use the same password manager and you might have to pay for the service.
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LONDON (AP) — Britain’s competition watchdog said Thursday it’s opening a formal investigation into Google’s partnership with artificial intelligence startup Anthropic.
The Competition and Markets Authority said it has “sufficient information” to launch an initial probe after it sought input earlier this year on whether the deal would stifle competition.
The CMA has until Dec. 19 to decide whether to approve the deal or escalate its investigation.
“Google is committed to building the most open and innovative AI ecosystem in the world,” the company said. “Anthropic is free to use multiple cloud providers and does, and we don’t demand exclusive tech rights.”
San Francisco-based Anthropic was founded in 2021 by siblings Dario and Daniela Amodei, who previously worked at ChatGPT maker OpenAI. The company has focused on increasing the safety and reliability of AI models. Google reportedly agreed last year to make a multibillion-dollar investment in Anthropic, which has a popular chatbot named Claude.
Anthropic said it’s cooperating with the regulator and will provide “the complete picture about Google’s investment and our commercial collaboration.”
“We are an independent company and none of our strategic partnerships or investor relationships diminish the independence of our corporate governance or our freedom to partner with others,” it said in a statement.
The U.K. regulator has been scrutinizing a raft of AI deals as investment money floods into the industry to capitalize on the artificial intelligence boom. Last month it cleared Anthropic’s $4 billion deal with Amazon and it has also signed off on Microsoft’s deals with two other AI startups, Inflection and Mistral.
