Touch screen with a desktop interface
The latest version of Windows Operating Systems (OS), Windows 8.1, is now available from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC). Combining the innovative touch-optimised features of Windows 8 with a familiar, desktop-friendly interface, along with several...
A business guide to wearable technology
Since the rumours many months ago that a certain consumer electronics company was going to introduce a smart watch, people have in equal parts been sceptical and excited about the potential of wearable technology. But despite the consumer appeal, is there a business...
Ericsson builds TV ecosystem of the future
Innovative technologies are redefining the TV and media viewing experience. Yet despite these technologies, the consumer TV experience can be fragmented and frustrating. Consumers use numerous video services to find content and switch between multiple devices with...
Win a trip to the Fifa World Cup with Sony
Sony Mobile Communications (Sony Mobile), in partnership with Vodacom South Africa, has announced their "Brazil Calling" competition where consumers can stand the chance to be in the stands cheering for their favourite teams at the 2014 Fifa World Cup in Rio de...
2014: the year of the wearables
Over the last few years wearable technology has gained huge momentum and suddenly the market has exploded. There seems no limit to the type of technology that designers are creating for our body parts, although some might not be available in South Africa for a while,...
FNB adds Sony Xperia to offering
Sony Mobile has announced a partnership with First National Bank (FNB) that will see a range of Xperia smartphone devices added to their existing tablet and smartphone offering. The FNB range will include Sony Mobile’s flagship device, the Xperia Z1 as well as the...
FNB’s PS4 offer sells out
FNB’s Playstation 4 stock has sold out within a day of launching the gaming console to qualifying FNB Cheque account holders. “The uptake on the Playstation 4 deal serves as proof that there is a demand for devices other than tablets, smartphones and laptops and the...
DCC offers Targus Universal tablet cases
The new Targus range of Universal tablet cases is now available from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC). Constructed of durable polyurethane, these water and stain-resistant cases are available in both flip case and folio-stand models in a variety of colours....
FNB device deals for a connected life
As the shift towards a connected lifestyle is set to enjoy even more focus in 2014, FNB has included TVs, Blu-ray DVD players and the Playstation 4 to its smart device range. Gaming consoles were first added to the product mix in November 2013 when FNB made the Xbox...
Technology and business in 2014
Technology in 2014 will play a bigger part in business across industries irrespective of business size. It is becoming a business decision that enables operations to deliver against business strategies, irrespective of how mature or complex the organisations are, says...
Rdio, Shazam extend music discovery to SA
Digital music service Rdio and media engagement company Shazam have announced an international expansion of their music discovery partnership to include South Africa. South African users of the Free and Encore version of the Shazam App for iOS and Android are now able...
New Ster-Kinekor app for Windows Phone
Ster-Kinekor Theatres and Prezence, continuing their long-term digital partnership, have announced the launch of an entirely new Ster-Kinekor app for Windows Phone. For the past eight years Prezence, one of South Africa’s leading mobile, apps, and digital agencies,...