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Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 vs Xolo Q1100: battle of the budget beaters

In the wake the launch of the ultra popular Motorola Moto G, there has been some great launches for the mid-range dual SIM market….

The quest for quietude: what online media can learn from Flappy Bird, Bitcoin’s creators

In the past decade, we’ve seen a steady of convergence of two worlds that, until recently, were alien to one another: the worlds of…

Just how big is Tencent’s JD.com purchase really?

Trying to figure out how big the Tencent 15% purchase of JD.com is isn’t the easiest of tasks. While everyone knows the number, US$215-million,…

Edward Snowden: we all need to fight government surveillance [SXSW]

In a rare appearance, and via Google Hangout from Russia where he has been granted political asylum, Edward Snowden urged thousands of tech enthusiasts…

Apple’s CarPlay… just how big a deal is it?

Nine months after being unveiled by Eddy Cue at Apple’s 2013 WWDC event, CarPlay (neé iOS in the Car) is ready for launch. Except…

Penalised by Google? Here are 3 steps to righting that

So you pushed the limits in terms of link building — you built links to your site that weren’t exactly squeaky clean or natural….

6 apps that have proven themselves awesome for streaming film and TV

Streaming movies and TV are the future when it comes to entertainment. People love the ability to watch their favourite films and series while…

Hisense Bets On Gaming And Hybrid Work With A New Monitor Push In South Africa

Hisense is making a deliberate play for South Africa’s growing gaming and hybrid-work audience with the launch of its latest monitor lineup, led by…

ClawDBot: The AI That’s Quietly Taking Over South African WhatsApp

The first time most South Africans heard about ClawDBot was when it started replying in their family, church or stokvel groups. A message would…

Crypto Enters 2026 With New Momentum And A Very Different Mood

The crypto market has entered 2026 with a noticeably different energy. After a volatile end to last year, January has brought renewed confidence, firmer…

Why South African Parents Are Turning Chores Into Games

Across South African households, a subtle shift is taking place. Parents are borrowing ideas from video games, fitness apps and loyalty platforms and applying…

HONOR’s “Unbreakable” Phone Sets a New Benchmark for Smartphone Durability

South African smartphone buyers have become increasingly pragmatic. Battery life, longevity, and durability now matter as much as cameras and screen size. Against that…

TikTok Has Not Been Sold In The US But The New Deal Is Reshaping Who Controls The Platform

TikTok has not been sold in the United States. Despite headlines suggesting otherwise, the short-video platform remains partially owned by ByteDance. What has changed…

The Masters Of The Universe Trailer Is A CGI Spectacle And The Internet Has Feelings About It

The new trailer for Masters of the Universe did not quietly arrive. It exploded into feeds, comment sections and meme timelines, immediately reigniting an old…

Why Hardware Matters Again In A Software-Obsessed World

For most of the past decade, software drove the tech conversation. Updates, features and AI tools promised to make devices smarter without needing better…

Why Free Apps Are Becoming More Expensive Than Paid Ones In 2026

South Africans have always gravitated towards free apps. In 2026, that relationship is starting to feel far less generous. What once felt accessible now…

South African Fintech MyBento Puts Local Female-Led Tech On The Global Map

South Africa’s technology ecosystem continues to quietly produce globally competitive startups, and this time the spotlight is firmly on female-led innovation. Local fintech business…

OPPO’s Reno15 Series Signals a Maturing Premium Mid-Tier Smartphone Market in South Africa

South Africa’s smartphone market has entered a more measured phase. Instead of chasing extremes, consumers are looking for devices that fit into everyday life…

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