The teen internet tango

If you’ve ever seen a teenager argue with their WiFi router at midnight, you know the internet isn’t just a tool, but a lifestyle. It’s the universal babysitter that sometimes forgets the babysitting part, a treasure chest of knowledge, memes, and questionable...

Digital detox: A guide to a calmer, less distracted festive season

Most of us keep our smartphones close at hand to keep ourselves connected, productive and entertained. While there is no disputing how essential mobile technology is managing our home, social and work lives, many people feel a distinct sense of digital overload. The...

First on the scene: What to do in an accident or emergency

With the holiday season comes increased travel. More people will be on the roads, and unfortunately, that means a higher risk of accidents. Whether minor or severe, an accident is a frightening and stressful experience, and it’s easy to lose your composure if you’re...

How to stay secure online during the holidays

As the festive season approaches, South Africans are gearing up for celebrations, travel, and online shopping. By Kerissa Varma, Microsoft chief security advisor: Africa But, while we’re busy connecting with loved ones and hunting for holiday deals, cybercriminals are...

BlackBerry Classic packs high-performance features

BlackBerry has launched the BlackBerry  Classic, a no-nonsense smartphone built to meet the needs of productive people who appreciate the speed and accuracy that can be found with a physical QWERTY keyboard. “We listened closely to our customers’ feedback to ensure we...

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Vidi brings video on demand to all devices

South Africa's first video on demand service, where you can enjoy movies and TV shows over the internet -  can now be watched on any device including tablets and smartphones without an app. However, if subscribers prefer going via the app route, that option is now...

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Smart devices from FNB for Xmas

FNB Smart Devices has come up with some festive deals for customers are indecisive about what gifts to buy a close friend or family member. The ability to apply for more than one device through the FNB Smart Device offer enables customers not only to buy the device...

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Analytics in the contact centre

Contact centres are often a customer’s only point of interaction with a business and its brand, and as such service should be optimised to provide the best experience possible, says Marco van Biljoen, executive head: Gauteng and Central, The Jasco Group. Many studies...

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2014 music recap from simfy africa

simfy africa users have spoken, voting with their listening choices. simfy africa today announced the most popular streamed tracks, albums and artists of 2014. This diverse playlist shows the depth of simfy africa’s 27 million strong catalogue and features the hits of...

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B&O Play products sold in SA

B&O Play by Bang & Olufsen delivers best-in-class audio products in luxurious and contemporary designs. Along with local brand representative A-Star, and national distributor A-TEK Distribution, Bang & Olufsen has signed a distribution agreement to sell...

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