Are we seeing the rise of the phablet?

While tablet sales seem to be stagnating at best, its smaller cousin – the phablet – seems to be moving to fill the breach. This is the word from Chistopher Riley, CEO of The Notebook Company, who says customers appear to be turning away from the iPad in...

Mobile device Q&A with Samsung

Samsung responds to some frequently asked questions regarding its mobile devices: How long does a warranty last and what should it cover? All Samsung mobile phones come with a two-year warranty which covers functional defects. The phones can be sent in for repairs...

DCC offers Dell Inspiron 3000 series

When it comes to computing, feature-packed mobility is everything, and all of those extras you don’t need just end up adding to the price tag. The new Dell Inspiron 3000 Series from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC) offers all of the features without the...

Asus releases ZenBook in SA

Asus has launched its ZenBook range of ultrabooks to the South African market, upsetting the status quo in this sector with an affordably priced computer packed with high-performance specs, all wrapped up in slick design that’s ahead of its time. Thin, light and powerful, the Asus ZenBook is just 12,3mm thick (as opposed to the new Macbook Pro that is 13,1mm thick), and weighs in at just 1,2kg, with a subtle wedge design and elegantly tapered smooth diamond-cut edges that emphasize the sleek ultra-thin chassis.

Consider brand, price when buying tablets

Mobility and always-on connectivity have become a big part of our everyday lives and as such, tablets are now regarded as essential, not only within the consumer space, but also in the business market. Tablets are small, convenient and connected, and allow users to...

Keep your mobile devices secure

It seems like every time you turn on the news lately, there are more stories of companies having their data stolen or corporate networks being hacked into, says Aaron Thornton, MD of Dial a Nerd. In fact, data theft and the hacking of business networks is actually on...