Reviews

Tecno Camon 17P review: a well-rounded mid-range with a standout design

Tecno continues to expand its range of smartphones in South Africa. Recently, it launched the Spark 7 and Spark 7 Pro, followed by the Camon…

Xiaomi 11T Pro review: Flagship smartphone quality at an affordable price

South African fans of Xiaomi devices have long lamented the lack of flagship smartphones from the brand locally in recent years. But things are…

Logitech MeetUp review: Group video conferencing made simple

While the Logitech MeetUp has existed for some time, the pandemic and the rise of permanent hybrid or remote working setups has given the…

POCO X3 Pro review: bringing great value to the mid-range market in South Africa

The POCO smartphones arrived quietly in South Africa, without a publicised announcement. However, their arrival has been eagerly anticipated by those looking for value-for-money…

HP Omen 15 review: A powerhouse gaming laptop with form factor compromises

On paper, the HP Omen 15 presents a compact comprehensive gaming package: a 15-inch notebook that packs a decent punch with prices starting at…

Itel Vision 1 Pro review: A well-made budget smartphone held back by budget problems

The Itel Vision 1 Pro is the kind of phone that puffs itself up and likes to think it’s battling the big boys in…

1More ComfoBuds Pro wireless earphones review: Brilliant at the basics

The 1More Comfobuds Pro are my kind of wireless earphones. They boast something of a gamer, alien-like aesthetic in their appearance. The name suggests…

Samsung Galaxy A32 LTE review: A marvellous mid-range

South Africa’s lineup of mid-range smartphones has had some of its mediocrity mitigated thanks to the Samsung Galaxy A32. Very high praise that, but…

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G review: a worthy flagship and return to form

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G marks a new era in smartphone design for the company. But with one of its major competitors challenged…

Fujifilm Instax Mini 40 review: Dressed to shoot…pictures

An Instax camera is one of those things that make for a great gift or fun tech accessory. You don’t buy one of these…

Genesis Noir review: Cry me a celestial river

Video games try many things. They try to be sweeping epics telling a story of the ages. Video games try to make you laugh,…

Keychron K1 mechanical keyboard review: Worlds collide

In the year 2021, we’re well beyond keyboards having to fulfill a single purpose. Keyboards have to be quick to the draw in First…

WRC 9 Nintendo Switch review: Keep your eyes on the road

Racing simulator games are fierce. At least, ones that warrant gamers’ attention. The genre is very refined and dependent on high-tier hardware for a…

Asus ZenBook 14 (UX425E) review: A lightweight laptop that packs a punch

The Asus ZenBook 14 promises performance, portability, and aesthetic appeal. But does it live up to the hype and price tag? We spent some…

Logitech Craft keyboard review: a productivity powerhouse

It seems that most keyboards come in a few flavours, with few trying something really new. Most fall into the categories of regular wireless/wired…

RCT MegaPower 54K: A robust power bank for load shedding [Review]

Whenever load shedding arrives, interest in alternative power solutions spikes. Generators, UPS devices, and batteries are among the top items that seem to attract…

WD_Black P50 Game Drive: convenience and speed for your gaming rig [Review]

Storage: a less discussed component to your gaming setup, but one that is nonetheless critical to your experience. With this in mind, Western Digital…

P40 lite 5G review: another great mid-range smartphone from Huawei [Sponsored]

With so many devices released in the last few months, it can become easy for them to blur together. But the P40 lite stands…

Lenovo Legion Y540 review: A lightweight gaming laptop delivering performance and affordability

In 2020, there’s no shortage of gaming laptops to choose from. Nowadays, the challenge is finding value for money and versatility. The Lenovo Legion…

Huawei Watch GT 2e review: stylish convenience [Sponsored]

When it comes to smartwatches, devices need to balance style, functionality, and convenience with cost. So how does the Huawei Watch GT 2e measure…

Xenoblade Chronicles: The Definitive game for Nintendo Switch? [Review]

There are a few games you absolutely have to own for the Nintendo Switch. Splatoon 2, Super Mario Maker 2, Pokemon Sword and Shield,…

Huawei P40 Pro review: steadily built on compromise

We can’t get enough of excellent hardware. Tangible, measurable advances in technology are applauded by consumers and reviewers alike. But the smartphone is more…

Ematic 4K Android TV box review: a streaming box that (mostly) just works

Shopping for Android TV boxes can be a painful task, even more so than smartphones. While most boxes in South Africa make similar promises…

MTN announces MyMTN Home Uncapped internet now offers 5G plans

Spotify Wrapped 2021: How to see your personal music streaming trends for the year

Cape Town tumbles down Global Cities Index

Carry1st partners with PayPal and Chipper Cash to bring payments to Africa

World Mobile launches hybrid network into Zanzibar sky

Oppo launches A54s smartphone in South Africa: price and contract details

HUAWEI nova 9 smartphone and HUAWEI MateView GT monitor launch in South Africa

TCL QLED 4K C725 TV now available in South Africa: price and details

The 2022 new Ford Ranger is a bakkie for the future

Peugeot’s double-cab bakkie lands in South Africa

Land Rover introduces Defender with V8 engine to South Africa: Price and details