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Qualcomm rejects $130bn Broadcom offer, Broadcom poised to go hostile

Last week saw the possibility of one of the largest tech acquisitions ever, when Broadcom made a massive offer for Qualcomm — a deal…

Apple’s Face ID ‘thwarted’ with mask by researchers

At September’s iPhone event, Apple went to great lengths to claim that its Face ID feature was a secure authentication method. In fact, the…

Listen: Galaxy S8 vs iPhone 8 Plus live music comparison

A live gig is one of the most unpredictable tests for any smartphone, owing to the cacophony of noise and lack of controlled conditions….

Nokia 2 hits South Africa for under R2000 via Vodacom

A few weeks ago we saw the Nokia 2 being announced globally, featuring a solid design and a massive battery. Back then, HMD Global…

From OnePlus to Huawei: cheap flagships as a marketing strategy [Opinion]

The OnePlus One took the mobile world by storm back in 2014, packing high-end features into a much cheaper price tag than the competition….

5 great smartphones under $200 from Gearbest [Sponsored]

Gearbest is one of the world’s most popular online retailers for smartphones, offering a wide variety of brands at affordable prices. Don’t believe us?…

Exynos 9810: Samsung’s latest flagship chip demystified

CES is the first major tech expo on the calendar, hitting Las Vegas in January. Now, ahead of the expo, Samsung has issued a press…

OPPO Reno15 Series Brings Flagship-Level Hardware Logic to the Mid-Tier in South Africa

Mid-range smartphones are no longer about compromise. In 2026, they are about decisions. OPPO’s Reno15 Series arrives in South Africa with a clear one:…

HONOR’s customer first strategy is reshaping South Africa’s smartphone market

HONOR has been steadily climbing in South Africa’s smartphone rankings, but its rise is not being driven by specs alone. Instead, the brand has…

GTA 6 Is Officially Coming in 2026: The New Date, the Delays and the South African Reality Check

Rockstar Confirms the New Date Rockstar Games has officially confirmed that Grand Theft Auto 6 will release on 19 November 2026 for PlayStation 5…

The Gaming Gear South Africans Are Actually Buying This December

December is here, and while the Black Friday dust has barely settled, South African gamers are nowhere near done hunting for upgrades. Retailers across…

Acer brings RTX 50 Series gaming laptops to South Africa with next gen AI performance

Acer unlocks next generation gaming for South Africans Acer Africa has officially rolled out its newest wave of gaming laptops powered by the NVIDIA…

OPPO Brings Its Most Affordable Smartphone to South Africa with the New A6x

OPPO South Africa has launched its most affordable smartphone yet, introducing the new OPPO A6x at a festive season price of R1 999. The device…

HONOR’s X7d Gets a Festive Boost with Free Screen Protection

December in South Africa usually brings sunshine, road trips, braais and those unpredictable moments that can send a phone straight to the floor. Whether…

HONOR Hands Mzansi More Value This Black Friday with Major Smartphone and Tablet Deals

Black Friday 2025 has arrived, and HONOR is giving South Africans an early advantage with one of its biggest seasonal promotions yet. Running from…

TCL C755 4K UHD Google TV review, modern home entertainment

TCL has rapidly gained prominence in the South African television market in recent years. By focusing on innovative technology, competitive pricing, and stylish designs,…