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Dropping the ball: It’s a fight for your post iPhone heart

So it was that time of year again where your favourite tech blog goes into overdrive. But I’m not here to try to spin…

Making of Halo 4 video proves that ‘Great design is evolutionary, not revolutionary’

Behold, a fantastic behind the scenes look at Microsoft’s and 343’s upcoming shooter, Halo 4. There’s plenty to say about Halo 4. Following directly…

iPhone 5 hands-on: The sixth generation iPhone touches down

The Apple iPhone 5 is finally here, with the latest arrival boasting a 16:9, 4 inch screen, new smaller port, thinner, lighter design and…

Wii U launches 8 December in Japan: $338 for basic set, $405 for premium

There are not one, but two decent reasons to read this story. One, it’s not about the iPhone 5 and two, it’s the launch…

50+ titles that will launch with the Ninetendo Wii U

So we now know the various launch dates for the Nintendo Wii U, its successor the massively successful Wii. Japan gets it on 8…

Boom! iPhone 5, iPod nano, iPod touch, EarPods, iTunes

With the rumour crescendo waning, it’s time to reflect on what Apple announced in San Francisco today. The iPhone 5, new headphones dubbed “EarPods”,…

It’s finally here: the iPhone 5 launches today [Live blog]

After months of waiting, and a year of anticipation, the new iPhone launches today. It’s (almost) live blog time, so follow us as we…

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,…