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Here’s what you’ll pay for an iPhone 6S in the BRICS nations

It’s no real surprise that here in South Africa we don’t pay the same for technology as those in the United States or Europe,…

Android Marshmallow hands on: smarter, shinier, more secure

It’s that time of year again: upgrade season. You know, the time when iOS users around the world get the latest and greatest that…

A dummy’s guide to why reporting is essential for your online startup

These days most small businesses know that they need a website. Some also realise the importance of email marketing and social media in marketing…

Here’s what you can play at rAge’s Xbox One and PlayStation 4 stands

Spring is in the air and that naturally means rAge is just around the corner. Running from 9-11 October, South Africa’s biggest electronics and…

Everything you need to know about the East African startup landscape [2015/2016 Update]

Update: Are you a venture capitalist or an angel investor looking to invest in a company? Are you an entrepreneur looking for capital or…

Weekly Round Up #38: Microsoft event, Reddit’s Upvoted, Impact Investing and Samsung Note 5 prices

Welcome to Weekly Roundup, our podcast discussing the latest tech trends, innovation and news from the last few days. This week on BurnCast, Stuart…

Thinking of buying a dashcam? 6 things to keep in mind

Brutal road rage brawls. Spectacular meteor explosions. Gut-churning car crashes. You’ve seen the countless crazy videos on YouTube. And you want in on the…

Get married and 4 other tips on getting off the ground as an entrepreneur

We all know that running a business can be a rather personal affair. As in any relationship, you’ll go through ups and downs, celebrate…

Microsoft might be killing Internet Explorer, but it’s far from dead

Microsoft‘s Internet Explorer really should doff its cap and take a bow, because it has been one of the most influential pieces of code…

iPhone 6s rumour roundup: yep, it’s nearly that time again

iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, whatever. All we know is that an upgraded iPhone is coming later this year and there are plenty of things…

Mercedes dominates Melbourne: 7 moments you missed in motorsport this weekend

There are just too many great motorsport events and series to fit into a comparatively short weekend. Sadly because of this, many exciting moments…

This is why reverse logistics is so crucial for your online shop

When it comes to customer satisfaction, having a convenient and efficient method of allowing customers to return unwanted or faulty goods is almost as…

Sony SmartBand SWR10 review: easy to lose, easy to forget

The fitness craze — it’s a thing that’s not going anywhere anytime soon. Just like the selfie movement and the LOLcats phenomenon before it,…

‘Tormentum: Dark Sorrow’ review: demented silence

Tormentum: Dark Sorrow is a spectacularly sinister point-and-click puzzle adventure created by the Polish three-man indie developing team, Oh Noo! Studios. It will take…

Religion on the go: has PrayerBox found a real sweet spot in Nigeria?

Out of Nigeria’s estimated 173 million citizens, more than 40% are Christian. That means it’s one of the countries with the highest density of…

Why South African brands really should adopt an omni-channel model

The term omni-channel is on everyone’s lips today — across all sectors — yet no brand in South Africa has managed to execute on…

Weekly Round Up #16: the Apple Watch edition

The most anticipated event in tech this week was the launch of the Apple watch on Monday. Apple, late in entering the wearable space,…

6 convertible vehicles that should never have been built

The folks over at Jaguar Land Rover have made an interesting decision. Yes, after three years of fierce speculation – sparked by the unveiling…

Missing out big time: 4 reasons why PayPal should commit to Nigeria right now

PayPal has a one-sided relationship with Nigerians keen to transfer and accept cash online. So much so, that the popular digital wallet service is…

Verssed W1 review-in-brief: finally, something different

We’ve been bombarded by a barrage of low-cost smartphones recently and we’re pretty damn bored of them all. As a consumer, it’s a puzzling…

SA’s Car of the Year finalists for 2015: Motorburn’s final impressions

The WesBank/South African Guild of Motoring Journalists Car of the Year 2015 winner announcement will take place next Wednesday, 18 March. Ahead of this,…

‘Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate’ review: a marvellous creation

If you’re new to the Monster Hunter franchise (like I am), jumping into a game as dense and time-consuming as Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate…

5 reasons why Africa is fertile ground for blazing ecommerce growth

Do not be surprised if you come across news that says ecommerce is dramatically spreading its wings in Africa. There is no doubt digital…

You Mailed It! Celebrating South Africa’s Slickest Email Campaigns of 2025

Gen Z and Millennials Quietly Disrupt South Africa’s Insurance Industry

Stranger Things Season 5 Teaser Drops

MTN Group Fintech’s Mandela Day campaign is about much more than hygiene kits

Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa Joins AWIEF 2025

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