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WATCH: Spotify for Podcasters: Watch body language, engage with artists

In its second stream event Spotify has announced it will now include a newly imagined interface to allow users to engage more with artists…

Africa’s tech skills scarcity report: Here’s the sharp and painful solution

The time to pivot into a future we all need is now, according to findings from an SAP Africa report: Africa’s tech skills scarcity…

Netflix: How Chris Rock got the $40m last laugh over Will Smith’s slap

We called it, Chris Rocks’ retaliation towards actor Will Smith has come in the form of a comedy special starring Rock as the protagonist….

Jackie Chan is Splinter in upcoming TMNT Mutant Mayhem movie

In a Seth Rogan and Evan Goldberg produced animated movie Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, the pair have confirmed that Jackie Chan will…

John Wick: Chapter 4 trailer out, we spot some hidden gems about ending

John Wick will be taking the fight to the high table in a bid to win back his freedom in John Wick: Chapter 4….

Netflix movie You People review: Film chased too many stereotypical targets

You People, a Netflix movie starring Eddie Murphy, Julia Louis Dreyfus and Lauren London shot up the ranks during January 23 – 29 to…

You People on Netflix shoots to No.1 for this reason

You People, a Netflix movie starring Eddie Murphy, Julia Louis Dreyfus and Lauren London shot up the ranks during January 23 – 29 to…

Disney+ offers discounted subscription ahead of SA launch

Ahead of its launch in May, Disney is offering a discounted annual subscription for those interested in its streaming platform Disney+. However, it comes…

What to know about Disney+ in South Africa: price, content, and launch day

Disney has revealed more details about the launch of the Disney+ streaming service in South Africa, including the price and what content will be…

DStv trends for unpopular decision to limit number of streams on app

DStv trended on social media following the announcement that it would limit the number of devices that could stream simultaneously using DStv Now. The…

Netflix announces first African reality show, based in Joburg

Netflix has a variety of original hit reality shows, but the streaming service has now announced its first African reality show with Young, Famous…

When is Disney+ coming to South Africa? Company confirms launch

The Walt Disney Company has confirmed that South Africa is included in the 42 countries for its upcoming expanded launch of Disney+. The expansion…

Sex in Afrikaans: Showmax documentary wants to start a conversation

Showmax has announced its newest local documentary, Sex in Afrikaans, which hopes to spark a conversation for a community that is typically seen as…

The best films set in South Africa

It is undeniable that the United States and the United Kingdom dominate the silver screen. However, especially in recent years, South Africa has increasingly…

Best alternative and niche streaming platforms in South Africa

Sometimes the usual streaming giants, be it Netflix or HBO, just don’t scratch that entertainment itch. Fortunately, the internet is packed with alternative streaming…

Best TV shows arriving in 2022

2022 seems like it’s going to be an outstanding year for good old-fashioned series binging. Keeping with the spin-off trend seen in recent years,…

Streaming services in South Africa: What’s available? Prices compared

A few years ago South Africa might have lagged a bit behind in joining the global streaming landscape. Today, however, we have access to…

The best movies for geeks coming in 2022

Listen up, nerds! It seems your time has finally come. Geek media is taking over the world, and blockbuster films are no exception. From…

Netflix price and plans in South Africa: Everything you need to know

Netflix is undeniably the most accessible and affordable option to gain access to a library of quality content. From mainstream blockbusters to obscure anime,…

Best action movies releasing in 2022

Greetings, fellow cinephiles, and adrenaline junkies. The age of the film is still going strong, and 2022 is promising to bring us a string…

Netflix launches Tudum fan site for news and info on series, movies

Following its TUDUM fan even earlier this year, Netflix has launched a dedicated companion site for people to follow news and find out more…

Reddit Recap 2021: South African ‘Phone Robbie’ viral cash-in-transit video among top posts of the year

Reddit has released its Recap 2021, highlighting some of the major moments and top posts on the platform. Among the top upvoted posts on…

New Ookla Insights Show MTN Holding Mobile Speed Lead as Vodacom Claims 5G Advantage

Motorola and Swarovski Bring Foldable Luxury to South Africa with the Brilliant Collection

Sanlam Fintech Expands Its AI Coach to Tackle South Africa’s Medical Access Gap

Innovate47 Launches Global Food & Agri Accelerator to Back Climate-Smart Startups

Simbi Wabote’s 10-Year Roadmap: How Nigeria Achieved 54% Local Content Growth

Records Tumble In Best Year Yet For South Africa’s Hedge Fund Industry

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

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TDK enhances IMUs for extreme temps

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