As the doors to the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2023 opened, anticipation was high for what TECNO had in store as this was its debut appearance at the congress. As visitors entered the exhibition hall, a buzz of excitement could be felt as TECNO’s booth came into view, an impressive display of the latest technology spanning multiple categories.
The new PHANTOM V Fold recently launched in Barcelona, Spain, a classic event showcasing top-class technology and further entrenched TECNO’s position in the technology industry at the heart of TECNO showcasing their latest innovation, the Phantom V Fold, alongside the updated MegaBook.
The excitement could not be hidden as visitors gathered around the advanced device.
The PHANTOM V Fold happens to be one of the world’s first foldable smartphone with a left-right foldable design. The 7.5-inch display, made of flexible AMOLED material, curved seamlessly in the middle, providing a captivating viewing experience.
Powered by the cutting-edge MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ chipset, it is a technology powerhouse. The 5-lens camera system, with a 50MP primary sensor, provides incredible photographic capabilities. Users can capture stunning images from any angle with two lenses at the front and two at the back.
But it wasn’t just smartphones that TECNO had on display. The upgraded MegaBook S1 laptop, with its 13th-generation Intel Core processors, weighing just 1.35 kg with a maximum thickness of 13.5mm, it is one of the great companions for those on the go. And with PC swift transfer through hand gestures, it supports TECNO OneLeap connection, data sharing, file management, multi-screen support, and more.
TECNO offers a range of AIoT devices that may be of interest to those in the market for such products. The True 1 and Ultimate 1 TWS earbuds are great for music lovers on the move. With a security Wi-Fi camera and Wi-Fi router on display, TECNO came on to being not just a smartphone company but as one of the leaders in the world of technology.
About TECNO
TECNO is an innovative technology brand with operations in over 70 countries and regions across five continents. Since its launch, TECNO has been revolutionizing the digital experience in emerging global markets, relentlessly pushing for one of the perfect integrations of contemporary and aesthetic designs with the latest technologies.
TECNO has developed into one of the recognized leaders in its target markets, delivering state-of-the-art innovation through a wide range of smartphones, smart wearables, laptops and tablets, HiOS operating systems and smart home products.
Guided by its brand essence of “Stop At Nothing”, TECNO is committed to unlocking the best and newest technologies for forward-looking individuals. By creating stylish, intelligent products, TECNO inspires consumers worldwide to never stop pursuing their best selves and their best futures. For more information, please visit TECNO’s official site: www.tecno-mobile.com
About PHANTOM
PHANTOM is a premium technology sub-brand of TECNO. Born in response to the growing global demand for high-end smart products, PHANTOM creates premium, stylish, bold devices that stand at the vanguard of innovation. As a pioneering international technology brand, PHANTOM empowers consumers to become pioneers and creators, enhances business and entertainment, and encourages new ways of thinking and doing with a spirit of modern individuality.
Infused with the brand’s signature flare, PHANTOM’s products are a source of inspiration for its audiences to be the leaders of change, to seek the extraordinary in their everyday lives, and to elevate every experience to an unforgettable moment. To learn more about PHANTOM, please visit www.mobile-phantom.com.
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<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/flags-of-quebec-and-canada.jpg?id=54987213&width=1245&height=700&coordinates=0%2C141%2C0%2C142"/><br/><br/><p>Believe it or not, December is almost here, and with it comes a new batch of provincial and <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/gst-tax-break-canada" target="_blank" rel="noopener">federal government benefits</a> Quebecers can cash in on. These payments from Revenu Québec, Retraite Québec and the Canada Revenue Agency could bring a little extra cheer to your holiday season, covering everything from <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/child-benefit" target="_blank" rel="noopener">child benefit</a> payments to <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/pension" target="_blank" rel="noopener">pension</a> income.</p><p>December's government payments include federal benefits like the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/canada-child-benefit" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Canada Child Benefit</a> and <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/old-age-security" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Old Age Security</a> as well as provincial ones like the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/family-allowance" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Family Allowance</a> and the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/quebec-pension-plan" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Quebec Pension Plan</a>. Each one is tailored to provide financial support to help with the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/cost-of-living" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cost of living</a>, with varying amounts and schedules to ensure eligible Quebecers get the funds they need straight into their accounts.</p><p>It's worth noting that if you normally receive your benefit payments by cheque, the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/benefit-payments-delayed-canada-post-strike" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Canada Post strike</a> could impact when you get your payments. Both government bodies recommend signing up for direct deposit to ensure your funds are automatically transferred to your bank account without delay. Revenu Québec also allows you to pick up your cheques at a <a href="https://www.localisateur.servicesquebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/cheques" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Services Québec office</a>.</p><p>Here's a breakdown of the government payments Quebecers can expect in December 2024, including details on who qualifies, how much you could receive and when those payments are coming through.</p><h3>Family Allowance</h3><br/><p>The Family Allowance is a provincial program offering financial support to families in Quebec with children under 18, helping to cover the costs of raising kids. Payments are made quarterly by default — in January, April, July and October — but families can opt to receive them monthly, which would include a payment in December. Most families with newborns in Quebec are automatically enrolled, while others, such as adoptive parents or newcomers to the province, may need to apply.</p><p><strong>How much you can get:</strong> Your December payment amount depends on factors such as the number of children, shared custody arrangements, family income, whether you're a single-parent or two-parent household and whether you've opted for quarterly or monthly payments. In 2024:</p><ul><li>The maximum yearly amount is $2,923 per child, with an additional $1,026 for single-parent families.</li><li>The minimum yearly amount is $1,163 per child, with an extra $409 for single-parent families.</li><li>Families can also receive a supplement for school supplies of $121 per child.</li></ul><p>Plus, additional support is available for children with disabilities.</p><p><strong>Next payment date (monthly <strong>schedule</strong>):</strong> December 2, 2024</p><p><a href="https://www.rrq.gouv.qc.ca/en/enfants/naissance/paiement_soutien_enfants/Pages/paiement_soutien_enfants.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">More about the Family Allowance</a></p><h3>Shelter Allowance</h3><br/><p>The Shelter Allowance Program provides monthly financial assistance to low-income individuals and families in Quebec who spend a significant portion of their income on housing. The program is available to homeowners, tenants and boarders. Payments are determined based on your family income, household situation and the percentage of your income spent on housing.</p><p><strong>How much you can get:</strong> From October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, eligible recipients can receive up to $170 per month. If you apply during this period, payments are retroactive to October 1, 2024, meaning your first payment will include any amounts you were entitled to since that date.</p><p><strong>Next payment date:</strong> Within the first five days of December 2024</p><p><a href="https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/your-situation/low-income/shelter-allowance-program/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">More about the Shelter Allowance</a></p><h3>Solidarity Tax Credit</h3><br/><p> The Solidarity Tax Credit is a refundable provincial tax credit for low- and middle-income individuals and families in Quebec. This credit is designed to offset costs related to housing, the Quebec sales tax (QST) and the higher cost of living for residents of northern villages. Eligibility and the credit amount are based on your family income and situation as of December 31 of the previous year. Maximum family income thresholds range from $61,500 for individuals without a spouse to $67,067 for couples, with an additional $2,517 per dependent child.
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<strong>How much you can get:</strong> The credit combines amounts from three components: housing, QST and northern villages. The best way to get an estimate of your payment amount is to use Revenu Quebec's <a href="https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/online-services/tools/solidarity-tax-credit-payments-estimator/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Solidarity Tax Credit Payments Estimator</a>.
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<a href="https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/online-services/tools/solidarity-tax-credit-payments-estimator/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a>The total yearly amount of your credit determines the payment schedule:
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<li>$240 or less is paid in a lump sum in July.</li>
<li>$241 to $799 is divided into four quarterly payments (July, October, January and April).</li>
<li>$800 or more is divided into monthly payments.</li>
</ul><p><strong>Next payment date (monthly schedule):</strong> December 5, 2024</p><h3>Canada Child Benefit</h3><br/><p>The <a href="https://www.narcity.com/tag/canada-child-benefit" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Canada Child Benefit</a> (CCB) is a federal, tax-free monthly payment designed to help families cover the costs of raising children. Administered by the CRA, the benefit also provides additional support for families with children who have disabilities.</p><p>To qualify, you need to live with a child under 18 and be primarily responsible for their care. You must also be a Canadian resident for tax purposes, and either you or your partner must meet specific residency criteria, such as being a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.</p><p><strong>How much you can get: </strong>The payment amount depends on your family's income, the number of children you have and their ages. Currently, families with an adjusted net income under $36,502 in 2023 qualify for the maximum payments, which are up to $648.91 monthly per child under 6 and up to $547.50 per month for each child aged 6 to 17. Payments gradually decrease as income rises.</p><p>Families with children with a disability may also be eligible to receive the <a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/child-disability-benefit.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Child Disability Benefit</a>, which is sent out in the same payment as the CCB.</p><p><strong>Next payment date:</strong> December 13, 2024</p><p><a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/canada-child-benefit-overview.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">More about the Canada Child Benefit</a></p><h3>Public sector pension plans (RREGOP, RRPE, etc.)</h3><br/><p>For eligible public sector retirees in Quebec, retirement pensions are paid out monthly for the rest of their life on the 15th of each and every month. If the 15th is not a business day, the payment will reach your account on the closest business day that comes before it. If your pension is paid by cheque rather than direct deposit, it will be sent out no later than 48 hours before the 15th of the month.</p><p><strong>Next payment date:</strong> December 13, 2024</p><h3>Old Age Security</h3><br/><p>The <a href="https://www.narcity.com/tag/old-age-security" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Old Age Security</a> (OAS) pension is a monthly federal payment that helps Canadians aged 65 and older manage their everyday living expenses. You can receive OAS whether you're still working or even if you've never held a job.</p><p>To qualify, you need to be at least 65 years old and have lived in Canada for at least 10 years after turning 18. If you're living outside Canada, you'll need a minimum of 20 years of Canadian residency. Most people are automatically enrolled, but if you don't get an enrollment letter from Service Canada in the month following your 64th birthday, you may need to apply.</p><p><strong>How much you can get:</strong> From October to December 2024, the maximum monthly OAS payment is $727.67 for those aged 65 to 74 and $800.44 if you're 75 or older. OAS payments are adjusted every three months to account for inflation. If you turned 75 after July 2022, your OAS payment increases by 10% starting the month after your 75th birthday.</p><p><strong>Next payment date:</strong> December 20, 2024</p><p><a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/old-age-security.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">More about Old Age Security</a></p><h3>Veteran Disability Pension</h3><br/><p>The Veteran Disability Pension offers monthly financial support to veterans living with a disability linked to their military service. Eligible recipients include Canadian Armed Forces veterans, those who served during the Second World War or the Korean War and some current or former Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) members. Certain civilians who contributed to the Second World War effort may also qualify.</p><p>To receive the pension, you must have a diagnosed medical condition directly connected to your service. The Veteran Disability Pension provides lifetime monthly payments, with additional support for dependents, such as a spouse or children.</p><p><strong>How much you can get:</strong> The amount varies based on your disability level. Veterans with the highest disability rating (Class 1) can receive up to $3,357.30 monthly, with extra payments for dependents: $839.33 for a spouse, $436.45 for the first child, $318.94 for the second child and $251.80 for each additional child.</p><p><strong>Next payment date:</strong> December 23, 2024</p><p><span></span><a href="https://veterans.gc.ca/en/mental-and-physical-health/physical-health-and-wellness/compensation-illness-or-injury/disability-benefits" target="_blank" rel="noopener">More about the Veteran Disability Pension</a></p><h3>Quebec Pension Plan</h3><br/><p>The <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/quebec-pension-plan-payment-date-october-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Quebec Pension Plan</a> (QPP) is a taxable monthly payment providing retirement income to individuals who have contributed to the plan during their working years. Similar to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), the QPP ensures steady financial support for life. If you've worked both in Québec and other parts of Canada, your contributions to both the QPP and CPP are combined to calculate your pension.</p><p><strong>How much you can get:</strong> The amount depends on factors such as the age you start payments, your contributions during your working years, and your career earnings. In 2024, the maximum monthly payment for someone starting the QPP at age 65 is $1,365, though the average is closer to $682. For those starting early at 60, the maximum is $873, while delaying until 72 could result in up to $2,167 per month.</p><p><strong>Next payment date:</strong> December 30, 2024</p><p><a href="https://www.rrq.gouv.qc.ca/en/retraite/rrq/Pages/calcul_rente.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">More about the Quebec Pension Plan</a></p><p><em>Love this? 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