May 2012 - Page 2 of 27

Baidu set to launch Android ROM

Baidu is taking its smartphone push into full gear with the release of a ROM that takes Google’s full suite of Android services and…

Google SA to launch online child safety initiative

Google South Africa will announce on Friday the launch of a local child safety initiative. The search giant says that it and its partners…

Facebook opens office dedicated to Middle East, North Africa

Facebook has opened up operations at its new Dubai offices, aimed specifically at expanding its operations in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena)….

Google Places is dead, long live Google+ Local

We called it. After Google bought out restaurant review site Zagat in 2011, we said that it signalled the company had “good taste” and…

One quarter of mobile users will pay with NFC by 2017

As a technology Near Field Communication (NFC) has been kicking around for a while now — Nokia’s 6131 was the first NFC-enabled phone and…

Orkut to be linked with Google+

It was inevitable. Google is now letting Orkut users link to their Google+ profiles. This effectively means that people will be sharing their posts…

TCL South Africa Unveils 2025 Mini LED TV Range with Wide Viewing Angles

TCL Electronics has officially launched its 2025 range of Mini LED TVs in South Africa, introducing cutting-edge display technology, massive screen sizes, and cinematic…

RIP Skype Microsoft Pulls the Plug on a Digital Pioneer

Skype isn’t disappearing with a bang — or even with its iconic ringtone. Instead, the platform that once defined internet calling is quietly being…

SITA pushes back as Home Affairs eyes IT exit

South Africa’s State Information Technology Agency (SITA) is pushing back against the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) following media reports that the department wants…

Wiinta: The AI Therapist Aiming to Revolutionise Mental Health in Africa

Mental health in Africa faces deep-rooted challenges—limited resources, widespread stigma, and a severe shortage of professionals. But Cape Town-based tech company Metasapien is looking…

SA’s AI Future Depends on One Thing: Skills

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rewriting the rules of work and innovation — but South Africa’s digital future may be held back by an old…

Epson Survey Reveals Surge in Demand for Projectors as Home Cinema Trend Takes Off

With streaming platforms, next-gen gaming, and hybrid lifestyles reshaping how we consume entertainment, the humble TV is slowly being overtaken by a bigger player:…

Opera Mini Brings Free AI to South Africa, Tackling Data Costs and Boosting Digital Inclusion

Opera is making a bold move in South Africa by launching its browser-based AI assistant, Aria, directly inside Opera Mini—and it’s doing it without…

HONOR X7c: Does This Budget Beast Deliver on Battery and That 108MP Camera?

HONOR’s throwing its hat into the budget ring with the X7c, a device that’s making some bold claims. We’re talking a massive battery, a…

Enter Everlytic’s You Mailed It Email Marketing Awards today

Calling all marketers, are your emails the best in the business? Here’s your chance to prove it by claiming victory at Everlytic’s You Mailed…

Acer’s New Nitro AI Gaming Gear Is Here—But Is It Worth It for South Africans?

Acer’s bringing the heat to the gaming arena with its latest Nitro lineup. We’re talking new laptops and a compact desktop, all juiced up…

R19,000 for Bass? Sony Tests South Africa’s Audio Appetite

Sony is making a bold statement in South Africa, and it’s one that vibrates. The tech giant has just unleashed its new ULT POWER…

Tech Stocks Tank – Can SA Survive a Global Meltdown?

A shiver has gone through global markets, and the tech sector is feeling the chill. Reports indicate a significant downturn, with trillions of dollars…

iGaming FAQ: Answering the Most Common Questions for South African Players

More South Africans than ever before are trying their luck at online casinos and sportsbooks. If you’re new to this world or just confused…

AI’s $4.8 Trillion Explosion – Will Africa Get a Slice of the Pie?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic fantasy; it’s a colossal economic force, projected to balloon into a $4.8 trillion market. That’s the…

10 Must-Know Photography Tips for New Camera Owners

If you’ve just bought your first camera, you’re about to embark on an exciting journey into the world of photography. While modern cameras come…

South Africa’s Cyber Shield Weakens: 70% of Firms Lack Basic Security Awareness

In an age defined by digital transformation, cloud adoption, and remote work, cybersecurity awareness should be a non-negotiable for any organization. Yet, a stark…

LG’s New 100-Inch QNED TV Is a Game-Changer for Home Entertainment in South Africa

ASUS Taps Into South Africa’s AI Obsession With Smarter Devices

HONOR 400 and 400 Pro Redefine AI Smartphone Innovation for South African Users

SA SMBs are AI-Ready – ASUS Report Shows Local Businesses Are Already Seeing Real ROI

Ocellics Reinvents Fund Factsheets with Automation-Driven Platform for Investment Managers

AWIEF 2025 Awards Nominations Now Open

Acer Unleashes Beastly New Predator BiFrost and Nitro GPUs with AMD Radeon RX 9000 Series

Philips Evnia Drops Jaw-Dropping QD OLED Monitors: 240Hz, Ambiglow, and All the Good Stuff

Microsoft launches new Surface devices in new AI era

TDK enhances IMUs for extreme temps

Data centres and defence are reviving diesel

The most recognisable tactical pickup truck evolves