How to Create a New Gmail Account | How to Create a Free Gmail ID

How to Setup a Free Gmail Account

Creating your first Gmail email should not be a difficult task and in this article, I will talk about what you need to know.

Here are some basics you need to know –

- Type in create Gmail account in your search bar or go directly to https://www.gmail.com

- Click on Create an Account. You will have to enter your name and Username. Username is what will make up your email address. Most of the usernames are taken, so you will have to be creative with your username. Gmail also suggests a username, which can be of good help.

- Pick a strong password as suggested. Do not share your password with anyone else.

- You will have to verify your phone number.

After following the above steps, your email will be ready. Once you have access to your email, your next step should be to familiarize yourself with how to use your inbox and other basics such as how to send, receive, and organise emails.

I have created a detailed video showing the step-by-step process so you can follow along and easily create your first Gmail email. It doesn’t take a lot of time to complete the process. Also, I will walk you through the details you need to know to start sending and receiving emails like a pro.

Here is the link: How to Create New Gmail Account from Scratch

How to Replace Your GoPro for free | GoPro Subscription Offers Replacement

My Experience with GoPro Subscriber Replacement Service

My main reason to pay for a GoPro subscription is its unlimited cloud backup service. For $59.99 CAD, I get unlimited video storage at original quality, which I find to be of a great value. Google, Microsoft, Dropbox, or anyone else won’t provide unlimited backup like this – I have a separate video on this here:

There are many other perks that come with a GoPro subscription like discounted GoPros, accessories, and no-questions-asked camera replacement in case your GoPro gets lost, disabled, or broken.

The GoPro replacement feature came in handy when my GoPro 8 started giving me problems. I own 3 GoPro such as Hero 7, 8, and 10. My Hero 8 started deleting files after recording 30-40 minutes and I was unable to fix it.

When I spoke with GoPro customer service, the friendly rep walked me through installing some new firmware and asked me to try it for a week. If the problem persisted, he asked me to call back and they would replace the camera.

I tried using GoPro 8 the following week, but the issues persisted, and it kept deleting files. So, I called back again and explained what happened to another associate. I was put on a brief hold, and she had to speak with her manager to get my replacement case approved.

GoPro charges a standard replacement fee, which was $109 CAD for Hero 8, but to my surprise the associated mentioned that she was able to waive that fee and my replacement would be upgraded to a new Hero 9.

I was kind of shocked hearing so much good news one after another. Throughout my whole experience, they never tried to talk me out of getting a new replacement.

I was totally pleased with the level of service GoPro provided. I took this subscription for cloud storage but got a lot more value out of my paid subscription. My feedback is positive and I won’t hesitate to recommend a GoPro subscription.  

How Much Does Starlink Satellite Internet Cost in Canada? | Starlink Canada Unlimited

Starlink In Canada Prices and Plans | Satellite Internet in Canada

 Starlink, a satellite Internet service, uses a satellite network developed by Elon Musk’s private spaceflight company SpaceX to provide Internet around the globe.

SpaceX uses low-Earth orbit satellites to provide high-speed Internet across the globe. As of this writing, coverage is provided to 34 countries and improving satellite infrastructure will add more countries around the globe. You can view the updated coverage area here:

Starlink offers two types of satellite Internet in Canada for non-business users: Residential Internet and RV Internet. Residential Internet is suitable for those with an address or who don’t need to change their location. RV Internet is for those who want mobility. You can take RV Internet anywhere you go, without location boundaries.

In Canada, the cost of Starlink is as below (as of this writing):

Starlink Residential satellite Internet: $140 per month + Service taxes $18.20 (Upfront Hardware cost is $759 and $65 for shipping plus $107.12 tax)

Starlink RV satellite Internet: $170 per month + Service taxes $22.10 (Upfront Hardware cost is $759 and $65 for shipping plus $107.12 tax)

Both plans are for no-contract, unlimited Internet with a speed of 50 to 150 Mbps. Reported Starlink speeds vary, but in general they are below 100 Mpbs download and 30 Mbps upload, but your own results may vary.

Speeds and downtime provided by Starlink are a lot better than other satellite providers and there also is no contract. Some rural areas have had no Internet access in Canada before, so something definitely is better than nothing. As Starlink is working to increase its coverage across the globe, in the future I hope more remote locations will have access to better satellite Internet.

How to Credit Avios Points On Qatar Airways Flights

How Can I Use British Airways Avios On Qatar Airlines

I was looking to credit my British Airways Avios account for my upcoming Qatar Airways flight. I called Qatar Airlines, as I couldn’t see any option to credit Avios on my flight details page. Qatar Airways had no idea and transferred my call to their rewards department. I hung up on the call after holding for a while.

Then I found out searching online that recently Qatar Airways joined the Avios Loyalty Program, which opens up endless possibilities for Avios collectors. Qatar Airways is one of the best airlines in the world and this new partnership will make it even more attractive to fly.

To credit Avios, you need to have a Qatar Airways Privilege Club account. Once you are in your account, there should be prompt to link your Qatar Airways Privilege Club account. If you don’t see this prompt, you can link your Qatar Airways Privilege Club account and British Airways Avios following the link below:

Link Qatar Airways and Avios

Transferring and combining my Qatar Privilege Club account and British Airways Avios was a breeze. Within minutes, it showed me my combined points and Qatar Privilege Club account.

This new partnership opens up endless possibilities for Avios collects, as they can now have access to all the other partners Qatar Airways offers, which are non-oneworld partners. You can visit the link below to know about Qatar Airways partners.

oneworld and Qatar Airways Partners

You can book Qatar Airways with Avios points from other oneworld partners and of course, from Qatar Airways’ own portal. I have a video on this, which can be accessed here:

How to Claim Avios Points On Qatar Airways

How to Buy Qatar Airways Super Wi-Fi | Does Qatar Airways Offer Free Wi-Fi?

What Is Qatar Airways Super Wi-Fi?

For my upcoming flight to Asia on Qatar Airways, I was searching for its Wi-Fi information and this is what I gathered. Qatar Airways is one of the best airlines in the world and they provide Wi-Fi that is unparalleled by any other airlines.

Qatar Airways recently announced a new type of Wi-Fi, called Super Wi-Fi which is expected to be 10 times faster than standard Wi-Fi. Super Wi-Fi uses GX satellites to provide in-flight, high-speed Internet.

All Qatar Airways Boeing B777 and Airbus A350 fleets currently have Super Wi-Fi available. You can check the link below to find if your flight or what other flights have Super Wi-Fi available.

Qatar Airways Super Wi-Fi

What’s striking is that the cost at which Qatar Airways is providing Super Wi-Fi. I was expecting Qatar Airways to charge a lot for this better version of in-flight Wi-Fi. However, as of this writing, Super Wi-Fi is only $10 US for the entire flight and it is unlimited. There is even a 20% discount and you can pay only $8 US when pre-purchasing during check-in online through the Manage My Booking portal.

I find the Super Wi-Fi unreal and it provides a lot of value. I will definitely try Super Wi-Fi and will share my Qatar Airways Super Wi-Fi experience when I fly in August 2022.

I have posted a video about Qatar Airways providing Super Wi-Fi and will keep you updated and post more videos on this playlist.

Qatar Airways 101 - Tips, Tricks, & the Basics

For the most updated info, search Qatar Airways Wi-Fi and visit the Qatar Airways website link I provided above.