Gearburn

The Gearburn Podcast #16: Who will be the next Huawei?

Huawei has been doing some amazing numbers both locally and internationally, claiming to be the second most popular smartphone company in Africa (and with the amount…

Can’t wait? SNES Mini now available to preorder on Raru

Nintendo’s miniature NES was a sensation upon its release last year, being produced in small numbers but seeing great demand. So we were happy…

Windows Phone is dead, long live (lol) Windows 10 Mobile

Yes yes, the headline reads like a bit of an oxymoron to some. But believe it or not, there was a time when Microsoft’s…

Google Pixel 2 ‘leaked’ in slim bezel glory

We’ve been hearing plenty of news related to the second-generation Google Pixel in recent months, mostly focused on its codenames and internal specs. Now,…

Google Home, Amazon Echo can fight HomePod, but where are they?

The smart speaker arena looks set to go into overdrive as Apple finally joined the party last month with the HomePod. Featuring an array…

Would you buy this Android Wear smartwatch for under R2000?

It could be argued that smartwatches are overpriced and overhyped, given that they’re basically fitness trackers that mirror your smartphone’s notifications. But the upstart Mobvoi company…

Tested: Jump is a Netflix-style subscription service for indie games

We’ve seen EA launch EA Access and Microsoft launch its Xbox Game Pass service. Now we have another subscription-based, all-you-can-eat gaming service in the…

OPPO Reno15 Series Lands In South Africa With Big Cameras And Bigger Battery Ambitions

OPPO has officially launched the Reno15 Series in South Africa, bringing the Reno15 Pro and Reno15 F to local shelves from 7 February. Positioned…

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…

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,…