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Today’s best iOS game and app deals: Chrono Trigger, Final Fantasy, Little Nightmares, more
This morning’s collection of the best iOS game and app deals is now ready and waiting down below the fold. Joining offers on Apple’s 27-inch 5K Studio Display and deep iPad Air 5 clearance pricing, we are also tracking some solid offers on a host of classic Square Enix titles for your Apple ...
You can get an official Pixel Watch band for $10 right now
If you’re looking for a spare band for your Google Pixel Watch or Pixel Watch 2, a deal over at Best Buy can get you the official Active Band for a mere $10. more…
YouTube TV brings back ‘1080p Enhanced’ option for some users
Earlier this year YouTube TV started rolling out a new “1080p Enhanced” tier with better picture quality, but the option to turn that on disappeared for users quickly after it was introduced. Now, the option appears to be coming back for some users. more…
News24 | Ditsobotla fraud case widens: Third accused appears in court for alleged fencing contract fraud
Businessman Gaorutwe Rothwell Motingwe has appeared in court, accused of defrauding the embattled Ditsobotla Local Municipality of R760 000.
News24 | ‘Steenhuisen is a fool’: De Lille hits back at DA leader’s ‘popcorn party’ comments
GOOD party leader Patricia de Lille has hit back at DA leader John Steenhuisen for referring to smaller parties as popcorn parties.
Video reviews have changed the face of European soccer. One country is holding out
STOCKHOLM (AP) — As the Swedish league got underway this spring, yellow-and-black-clad supporters of Stockholm club AIK held up an enormous banner containing a long, vivid story about the dark forces of modern soccer conquering the world. “The whole world? No!" read the words on the ...
What long-standing Apple bug most bugs you? This is mine …
While shiny new features are lovely, what I find most frustrating with Apple OS updates is when a long-standing bug doesn’t get fixed … update after update after update. For me, there is one that Mac bug which really stands out, that has been annoying me for literally years, and ...
News24 | Rand Water executive murder case: Joburg chief whip's emotional trauma, quest for justice
ANC Johannesburg councillor and chief whip Sthembiso Zungu, a survivor of the tragic Zakariyya Park shooting, said he was struggling emotionally when he saw the alleged killers in court on Monday.
Rumor: Intel Arrow Lake CPUs to Come In Either 16+8 or 6+8 Core Configurations
It's still unknown if these CPUs are using Intel 20A or TSMC 3nm.
Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' hits No. 1, experiences largest streaming week ever
The double album has amassed 2.61 million equivalent album units, according to Luminate.
Chrome’s Omnibox address bar is now powered by machine learning
With Chrome 124 on Mac, Windows, and ChromeOS, Google has updated the address bar, or Omnibox, with ML models to offer better suggestions. more…
WD_BLACK’s TLC NAND SN770M SSD adds 2TB to your handheld at the $176 low, more from $68
Amazon is now offering its best price yet on the 2TB WD_BLACK SN770M M.2 2230 NVMe SSD for handheld gaming devices at *$175.99 shipped*. Regularly $240, this model is now selling for $64 under the price it launched at last September to deliver, not only, the lowest price we can find but also ...
News24 | Nelson Mandela Bay councillor ordered to pay R130 000 to EFF official stands by defamatory comments
GOOD councillor in Nelson Mandela Bay, Lawrence Troon, must pay damages of R130 000 to EFF regional chairperson Khanya Ngqisha for defamation, the Eastern Cape High Court in Gqeberha ruled on Monday.
Watch the amazingly detailed process of upgrading iPhone 15 Pro storage after purchase
Apple’s modern iPhones (iPads and Macs too) have fixed storage which is soldered to the motherboard. That means customers typically need to buy the storage they want upfront or expand with . However, some crafty folks out there have solved how to upgrade iPhone storage after the fact. Check ...
CDC: 'Vampire facials' at an unlicensed spa in New Mexico led to HIV infections in three women
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a Morbidity and Mortality Report last week that documented the first instances of HIV transmissions contracted through unsterile injections used while receiving “vampire facials,” cosmetic procedures involving microneedling. Three women ...
It's time to get proactive on the UK's critical national infrastructure security -- but where to start?
The critical national infrastructure that underpins the UK has undergone a tremendous amount of digital transformation in recent years. Areas like water treatment, energy and food production are still heavily reliant on operational technology (OT) systems that were often designed and ...
News24 | Activist hails justice for toddler's death as mother and partner handed lengthy sentences
A 23-year-old Germiston woman who was sentenced to 25 years imprisonment for aiding and abetting her lover to kill and abuse her children was never a mother but was only someone who gave birth to the three children. This is according to activist Luke Lamprecht from Women and Men Against Child Abuse.
News24 | People over 60 should not apply to vote early unless they qualify for a special vote
The IEC has cautioned the public against misinformation circulating on social media after a message encouraged voters older than 60 to apply to vote early.
Fake Job Interviews Trick Developers Into Installing Python Trojan
Mid-interview aptitude tests give threat actors the perfect opportunity to exploit a job seeker's desire to impress.
News24 | Durban matric pupil allegedly beaten to death, family fears for safety
An 18-year-old girl was allegedly beaten to death by her 25-year-old boyfriend, who is also the father of her two-year-old child, after she was apparently first whipped and throttled.
Pixel Watch 2 deals returns to the US, deep discounts in UK
In the US, the Google Store has brought back a discount on the Pixel Watch 2 in both Wi-Fi and LTE versions, but the real deal is in the UK where the cellular model is 62.5% off. more…
Courant takes 20% off collection of luxurious leather MagSafe charging pads
Courant is now taking *20% off* its entire collection of unique and premium magnetic charging pads. Made from higher-end leather and linen finishes, all of Courant’s chargers are gear you’ll want to actually show off. One of our favorites is the all-new MAG:3 Dual Charging Tray at *$160 ...
Customers say Meta’s ad-buying AI blows through budgets in a matter of hours
Based on your point of view, the AI either doesn't work or works too well.
News24 | Western Cape cops confiscate R4.6m stashed in concealed storeroom, 16 high-end watches in weekend raid
Western Cape police have confiscated R4.6 million in cash stashed in travel cases and 16 expensive watches at the house of a suspect in Claremont, Cape Town.
Realme P1 Pro 5G to go on sale in India today: Check price, discount offers
Realme P1 Pro 5G, which arrived in India earlier this month, will go on sale in the country today. Check out its price and discount offers here.
Account compromise of “unprecedented scale” uses everyday home devices
Credential-stuffing attack uses proxies to hide bad behavior.
Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S9 gets boosted trade-ins and 50% off its keyboard case
Samsung is offering a great deal on its Galaxy Tab S9 series right now, with solid trade-in offers and an automatic 50% off its keyboard case. more…
YouTube TV starting to roll out Multiview on Android phones, tablets
Last month, YouTube TV brought Multiview to the iOS app and it’s soon rolling out on Android. more…
News24 | SA dairy farmers face crunch as distressed transporter owes tens of millions for milk
A milk transport company now in business rescue failed to pay dairy farmers millions for milk that it took from them earlier this year.
A horse-shaped nebula gets its close-up in new photos by NASA's Webb telescope
NASA’s Webb Space Telescope has revealed the sharpest images yet of a portion of a horse-shaped nebula. The Horsehead Nebula is located in the Orion constellation and is 1,300 light-years away. Webb's new glamour shots released Monday captured the Horsehead's “mane” in finer detail, ...
AirPods Pro 2 return to Amazon all-time low of $180 for second time with USB-C charging case
Apple’s latest AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C charging case have returned to the Amazon all-time low. Now dropping to *$179.99 shipped*, this is $69 off the usual $249 price tag. We’ve only ever seen one discount this low before, and that was a short-lived offer. If you missed out on it, now you ...
Google Play quickly proves it knows almost nothing about Sonic the Hedgehog
In a bizarre set of posts, the official Google Play account on Twitter/X has shared a wildly inaccurate timeline of Sonic the Hedgehog designs over the years. more…
After 20 years, what next for World of Warcraft?
The game's maker Activision Blizzard was bought by Microsoft last year in gaming's biggest ever acquisition
New iPads may be coming, but Apple Pencil 2 drops to $79 Amazon all-time low (Reg. $129)
Amazon is now offering one of the best prices yet on Apple Pencil 2. The latest flagship iPad stylus drops down to *$79 shipped* from its usual $129 price tag. This is $50 off and marking the second-best price to date. We’ve seen it down at $71 before, but that was back in December ahead ...
Lexar’s 1TB PLAY microSD card for tablets, PC handhelds, and more down at $67.50
Amazon is now offering the Lexar 1TB PLAY microSDXC Memory Card down at $67.49 shipped. This one fetched at $103 for the fist half of last year at Amazon before it starting falling into the $70 to $75 range. Today’s comes in as a new Amazon 2024 low, having only been beaten once over the last ...
News24 | Petrol price will be hiked on Wednesday, but diesel gets a cut
Petrol prices will be hiked by 37c a litre on Wednesday, while wholesale diesel prices will fall.
NASA lays out how SpaceX will refuel Starships in low-Earth orbit
"The fundamental flow mechanism is the pressure delta across the umbilical."
Android 15 might drop At a Glance… to the bottom of your lockscreen
With Android 15, Google is testing a move of At a Glance from its top-left lockscreen position to the very bottom. more…
Industry Experts Join Homeland Security's New AI Safety Board
The board will advise the public and private sectors on matters of responsible AI deployment.
Binance’s Founder Plans a Comeback Even as He Faces Prison Time
Since pleading guilty to violating money-laundering rules, Changpeng Zhao, who ran the giant crypto exchange Binance, has networked across the United States to set up his next act.
Google has quietly removed most of its 3D animals and other models from Search
For the past several years Google has been building out a ton of 3D models of animals and other objects that you can view in augmented reality but, recently, Google has removed the vast majority of these fun models from Search. more…
News24 | Power struggle: Another Joburg resident has utility cut during billing chaos
Social worker John GI Clarke has left his Blairgowrie home to stay in Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal, after 10 days of having no electricity in Johannesburg.
Tesla's stock leaps on reports of Chinese approval for the company's driving software
Shares of Tesla stock have rallied after the electric vehicle maker's CEO, Elon Musk, paid a surprise visit to Beijing over the weekend and reportedly won tentative approval for its driving software. Musk met with a senior government official in the Chinese capital Sunday, just as the ...
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin pairs AirPlay 2 with a signature design at $600 (Save $200)
Amazon is now offering one our favorite speakers at 9to5Toys – the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin – for its best price to date. The AirPlay 2 speaker now drops down to *$599.99 shipped*. On top of just marking a return to the all-time low, today’s offer is also an all-around rare chance ...
News24 | How not to get fired: Avoid posting photos of yourself at the airport on WhatsApp if you call in sick
Do not post photos of yourself at an airport on WhatsApp if you call in sick at work.
Apple must open iPadOS to sideloading within 6 months, EU says
iPads must comply with the same DMA regulations as the iPhone.
News24 | Fortuin hails Lions' drive to be 'best version of themselves' in double domestic triumph
The Lions have proved their dominance on the domestic scene after clinching not just one but two prestigious trophies this season - the CSA 4-Day Series and now the CSA T20 Challenge.
Deepfake of principal's voice is the latest case of AI being used for harm
The most recent criminal case involving artificial intelligence emerged from a high school in Baltimore County, Maryland. That's where police say a principal was framed as racist by a fake recording of his voice. The bogus audio contained racist remarks and caused the administrator to go ...
Are Wear OS Tiles for Google Messages and Wallet coming?
Quite a few of Google’s Wear OS apps already offer Tiles, with more from Messages and Wallet maybe on the way if a Play Store collection is to be believed. more…
News24 | Sipho Masondo | Interference threatens major corruption case
It appears there are individuals who have dedicated themselves to meddling in the Zandile Gumede case with the intention to collapse it so that she is not jailed, writes Sipho Masondo.
Facebook and Instagram face European Union scrutiny over possible breaches of digital rulebook
The European Union is scrutinizing Facebook and Instagram over a range of suspected violations of the bloc’s digital rulebook, including not doing enough to protect users from foreign disinformation ahead of EU-wide elections. The EU’s Executive Commission said Tuesday it’s opening formal ...
Meta Faces EU Investigation Over Election Disinformation
The inquiry is intended to pressure the tech giant to more aggressively police Facebook and Instagram ahead of the European Union’s closely watched elections in June.
Build Your Home Office With $70 Off This Refurbished Lenovo Desktop
Get Intel power and Windows 10 Pro in a desktop that's easy on your budget.
ESR’s 15W Qi2 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Station hits one of its best prices at $57
The official ESR Amazon storefront is now offering a particularly notable deal on its latest ESR Qi2 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Station from $56.99 shipped. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon to redeem the discounted price tag. This model launched on Amazon at $130 in March 2024, but actually ...
News24 | amaBhungane | The ANC, the megachurch and the mystery of the R200m money flows
Huge sums, some "syphoned" from the ANC's bank accounts, were channelled to a charismatic pastor in Eswatini... and disappeared. Leaked financial intelligence documents show how the party blamed for so much corruption in SA is also a possible victim.
Getir, a Rapid Grocery-Delivery Service, Exits the U.S. and Europe
The company had expanded quickly to keep ahead of rivals, but like other pandemic darlings, its business lost steam after lockdowns were eased.
Save 22% on Satechi’s 12-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 hub with 96W charging at $234
Satechi’s official Amazon storefront is now offering its 12-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 hub for *$233.99 shipped* after the on-page coupon has been clipped. Down from the usual $300 going rate, today’s offer amounts to 22% in savings while marking a new 2024 low. We have seen it at 20% off once ...
News24 | Sword-wielding man arrested in London after stabbing attacks
A man with a sword was arrested in Hainault, east of London, after several people were attacked and injured, the Metropolitan Police said on Tuesday.
News24 | Former SA boxing champ Dingaan 'Rose of Soweto' Thobela dies
Legendary South African boxer Dingaan Thobela, known to his fans as the 'Rose of Soweto', has died aged 57.
Jio to Airtel port number: How to initiate MNP in quick steps
If you are dissatisfied with the services of Reliance Jio, you can port your number to other telecom operators such as Airtel. Here are the quick steps.
Bumble boss: what women in tech can learn from me
Lidiane Jones says women have to turn the career barriers they still face to their advantage.
Rare giant explosions on sun's surface could help NASA find out what we need to live on Mars
NASA is preparing for an "unprecedented opportunity" to study how solar storms and radiation could affect future astronauts on Mars.
Amazon Great Summer Sale: Top deals on Fire TV stick, Echo smart speakers
Amazon Great Summer Sale is scheduled to start on May 2. Here are some of the top deals on Fire TV Stick and Echo devices you can consider in the sale.
News24 | Police launch investigation into allegations of MK Party signature forgery
The police have launched an investigation into the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party for allegedly forging signatures that were submitted to the Electoral Commission of South Africa, national police commissioner Fannie Masemola said on Tuesday.
Flipkart Big Saving Days Sale: Top smartphone deals to look out for
Flipkart Big Saving Days sale begins on May 2nd and will run till May 9th. Here are some of the top smartphone deals you need to look out for.
New platform allows fast creation of secure AI apps
Everyone is keen to embrace AI, but turning an idea into a workable application isn't that easy. B2B commerce platform AppDirect is launching a new marketplace and creation studio that boosts organizations’ ability to create, adopt, and benefit from AI apps. AppDirect AI allows users ...
Razer’s Kishi V2 iPhone controller grip is the perfect Delta companion at $77 (Reg. $100)
Amazon is now offering the Razer Kishi V2 USB-C Mobile Gaming Controller for $76.99 shipped. This drops the iPhone 15 and Android gamepad down from its usual $100 price tag in order to mark the best price cut in months. This is $6 under our previous mention and saves you $23 just in time ...
Apple working on fix for bug causing iPhone alarms to not play sounds
Over the last several weeks, a number of reports on social media have surfaced from iPhone users claiming their alarms don’t properly play a sound. Apple has since confirmed that it’s aware of this problem, and says it is working on a fix. more…
Rumor: iOS 18 to add new ‘Web Eraser’ and page summarization features to Safari
Apple is reportedly planning big updates to Safari as part of iOS 18 and macOS 15 later this year. According to a report on Tuesday, the changes will include a new AI-powered tool called “Intelligent Search” with page summarization, a “Web Eraser” feature, and more. more…
News24 | Bid Window 6: Two new solar projects reach financial close, grid access hurdles trip up the rest
The first two projects of Bid Window 6 of the renewable energy independent power producer procurement programme have reached financial close.
Linkind’s 4-pack of smart Edison Matter bulbs hits the lowest we have tracked at $32 (Reg. $60)
The official Linkind Amazon storefront is now offering the best price we have tracked on is 4-pack of ST58 Smart Matter Edison Light Bulbs at $31.99 shipped. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon. This set carries a regular price at $60 and has gone for even more at Amazon. While we have seen ...
8 Daily Newspapers Sue OpenAI and Microsoft Over A.I.
The suit, which accuses the tech companies of copyright infringement, adds to the fight over the online data used to power artificial intelligence.
Binance crypto boss sentenced to 4 months in prison
Changpeng Zhao, head of world's largest crypto platform, pleaded guilty to breaking US money laundering laws.
Google Wallet replacing Fitbit Pay in July
Fitbit’s integration into Google continues with Google Wallet replacing Fitbit Pay on smartwatches and trackers in July. more…
Android game and app deals: Three Kingdoms, Dream Town, Star Wars Pinball, more
This afternoon’s collection of the best Android game and app deals courtesy of Google Play is now waiting down below. On your way down, scope out the deals we are tracking on Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, the Jabra Elite 4 earbuds with ANC and Google Fast Pair, and SanDisk’s1TB Extreme ...
Amazon Reports $143.3 Billion in Revenue for First Quarter of 2024
The company also reported that profit more than tripled, to $10.4 billion, topping Wall Street expectations.
Behind the wheel of CXC’s $600,000 off-road racing simulator
CXC Simulations wanted to build something special for a cruise liner.
Anker’s 20,000mAh Prime USB-C Power Bank lands at $90 (Reg. $130)
Anker’s official Amazon storefront is now offering its new Prime 20,000mAh Power Bank for $89.99 shipped. Today’s offer is a $40 discount from the usual $130 price tag. It’s matching the all-time low for the first time since back in February and is an extra $10 under our previous ...
News24 | Former president Jacob Zuma is a 'wolf in sheep's skin' and a counter-revolutionary, says Mbeki
The point at which South Africa finds itself is the result of "counter-revolutionary" elements within the ANC, including former president Jacob Zuma, says Thabo Mbeki.
WhatsApp now shows recently online contacts to iPhone beta users
WhatsApp has now made the "Recently online" contacts available to iPhone users on the beta channel. Here is how the new feature works.
Nearly 1 in 5 ransomware attacks results in a lawsuit
A new study from Comparitech finds that around a fifth of ransomware attacks in the US led to a lawsuit in 2023. It shows that 355 lawsuits were filed following 3,002 ransomware attacks. Of these 228 have been completed and 134 were successful -- that is they led to a data breach settlement, ...
Amazon Great Summer Sale: Gaming Laptops you can get under Rs 70,000
Amazon Great Summer Sale will begin on May 2. Ahead of that, Amazon has revealed some deals on the purchase of gaming laptops. Check details here.
News24 | Disgraced ex-advocate Malesela Teffo seeks leave to appeal order that saw him disbarred
Erstwhile advocate Malesela Teffo has applied for leave to appeal the Gauteng High Court ruling that saw him struck from the roll of advocates.
Lunar Lander: Beyond Review
The meteors are coming in thick and fast, and the wild momentum of my lander makes it very easy to mess up my interception trajectory and miss them. The emergency barrier erected by the survivors on the surface is still holding. But the impact rate is high, and they will probably be exposed ...
Two giants in the satellite telecom industry join forces to counter Starlink
SES is buying Intelsat, the world's first commercial satellite operator, for $3.1 billion.
News24 | EXPLAINER | Five steps to winding up an estate
For those left behind when a loved one dies, winding up an estate can seem overwhelming and full of unanswered questions. ?Rumana Mahomed breaks down the process to make it a little easier.
Top WhatsApp scams to stay away from, how to protect yourself
Here are some of the top WhatsApp scams in India that you need to stay away from. Read along to know how you can protect yourself.
Raycon launches upgraded Everyday Earbuds
Raycon has unveiled an updated version of its Everyday Earbuds. The new enhancements include Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), multipoint connectivity, and a quick charge function, building on the success that attracted over 2.5 million customers to the original model. Ray Lee, co-founder and ...
Rabbit R1 AI Gadget Is Actually Just an Android App
The launcher app installed on a Pixel phone talks to Rabbit's cloud AI just fine.
News24 | Minimum wage, unemployment and Constitution take centre stage at Workers Day rallies
ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa has pleaded with voters not to allow the DA to scrap the national minimum wage.
News24 | Ireland now has zero female listed CEOs
Ireland has become one of only two European Union states to have no women leading any of its listed companies, in a setback for a country that has become known for achieving rapid social change in recent decades.
Mobvoi teases a new TicWatch Pro as Samsung starts testing Wear OS 5
The TicWatch series has been a Wear OS staple for years, and Mobvoi is now teasing a new model that will release in a matter of “days.” more…
CRKD’s anti-drift Nitro Deck Switch controller hits one of its best prices in multiple colors at $45
*Update: *The deal below is now live once again, but now you’ll find it live on all of the colorways Amazon offers. We are now tracking a notable price drop on the popular CRKD Nitro Deck Nintendo Switch controller down at $44.99 shipped after you clip the on-age coupon via Amazon. ...
Samsung’s official 15W Qi wireless charging pad drops to $39 (Reg. $60)
Amazon is currently offering Samsung’s official 15W Qi Wireless Charging Pad for $39.17 shipped in both Grey and White styles. Today’s offer drops from the usual $60 price tag and marks one of the best prices to date. It’s an extra $3 below our previous mention and comes within $8 of ...
iPhone 14 Pro sees Amazon refurb discount down to $705 (New low, Orig. $999)
Amazon is now marking down iPhone 14 Pro smartphones in its Renewed Premium condition. The savings start with the unlocked 128GB capacity at *$704.97 shipped*. That’s down from the handset’s original $999 price tag in order to save you $294. This is a new all-time low that’s an extra ...
WhatsApp launches new features, users can now create events on app
Meta-owned WhatsApp has announced the rollout of new features, especially targeted at Community members and groups to let them create events.
This Texas veterinarian helped crack the mystery of bird flu in cows
It was a Texas veterinarian who collected samples from dairy farms that confirmed the outbreak of H5N1 bird flu in cattle for the first time. Dr. Barb Petersen monitors more than 40,000 cattle on a dozen farms in the Texas Panhandle. She received reports from farmers of dead birds, ailing cats ...
Vendor that mishandled Pennsylvania virus data to pay $2.7 million in federal whistleblower case
A staffing company that performed COVID-19 contact tracing for Pennsylvania and exposed the private medical information of about 72,000 residents will pay $2.7 million in a settlement with the U.S. Justice Department and a whistleblower. Federal prosecutors announced the settlement with Insight ...
I upgraded my Honda Civic head unit to a 9-inch wireless CarPlay display for under $500
The stock head unit with wired CarPlay in my 2017 Honda Civic EX recently gave up the ghost. The most affordable solution was from a brand called JOYING. It’s a 9-inch display with wireless CarPlay, a volume knob, and a design made for 10th-gen Honda Civics. It retails well below $500 and ...
Brace yourself, Crucial’s blazing-fast 14,500MB/s 2TB SSD just hit the $282 low (Reg. $440), more
Alongside ongoing price drops on some of Crucial particularly speedy Gen internal SSDs, some of which are among the fastest you’ll find on the commercial market, Amazon is now offering its best price yet on the 2024 model Crucial T705 2TB PCIe Gen5 NVMe M.2 SSD with Heatsink. This one debuted ...
AM radio law opposed by tech and auto industries is close to passing
A recent test of the emergency alert system found only 1 percent got it via AM.
T-Mobile now owns Mint Mobile with ‘commitmint’ to $15/mo price, adds free roaming
Last year it was announced that T-Mobile would acquire Mint Mobile and, now, that deal has officially closed. Here’s what that means for you. more…
The Galaxy Ring will have to be near perfect to compete with Oura
The Oura Ring is currently in generation three and brings an impressive set of features for an ultra-thin wearable, but right on its heels is Samsung’s own version – the Galaxy Ring. The Galaxy Ring is going to have to be almost perfect to be a viable replacement for the Oura Ring. more…
News24 | Patrice Motsepe-backed solar rental company GoSolr plans R10bn SA expansion
GoSolr, a company backed by South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe and the continent’s biggest bank, plans to spend R10 billion to roll out a model of renting solar panels and batteries to homes in the nation plagued by blackouts.
Apple trying to fix iPhone's alarming problem
Apple is trying to fix a problem which caused some iPhone alarms to not go off.
News24 | Carol Paton | Why the election doomsday scenario is looking less likely
While politics is more fluid than it has been for 30 years, the election risk is not as high as some might have thought a month or two ago, writes Carol Paton.
Vivo V30e launched with 120Hz curved display and 5,500mAh battery: Check price
Vivo V30e is Vivo's latest smartphone in India. The device comes with a 120Hz curved display, dual cameras, and a massive battery.
News24 | Electricity cable theft tools found in underground tunnels where fire broke out along M1
While the cause of the underground fire that broke out along the M1 in Johannesburg has not yet been determined, tools typically used to steal electricity cables were recovered at the site.
News24 | Pieter du Toit | The prosecutor and non-interfering president: Getting the NPA back on an even keel
The NPA has always been in the wars. But there is now a semblance of calm and organisation. And the president isn't interfering, which is a departure from the usual practice, writes Pieter du Toit.
London's black cab drivers file multimillion pound lawsuit against Uber
Uber faces a multimillion-pound lawsuit from London's black cab drivers in a revival of the longstanding dispute over the operation of the ride-hailing app in the UK capital.
Artists from Universal Music Group are heading back to TikTok as new licensing deal reached
Artists from Universal Music Group, which include Taylor Swift, Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish, will be returning to TikTok as the two parties have struck a new licensing agreement following an approximately three-month long dispute. The two sides said Thursday that they are “now ...
The Best Router and Mesh Wi-Fi Deals for May 2024
Too many devices? Hook them all up with a new router or a mesh Wi-Fi system.
Manor Lords Preview
I probably did a bad job of zoning for burgher plots. Because I wanted a high-yield farm with a focus on wheat relatively close to the population center, I managed to use land that would be good for barley inefficiently. I could simply decide that this is a teetotal town where the tavern ...
Coldplay, Drake, Ariana Grande and other UMG artists return to TikTok
Songs from UMG artists are now again available to TikTok creators, after a dispute over royalty payments and AI policies was resolved. This has seen the return of a lengthy list of artists, including Bad Bunny, Sting, The Weeknd, Alicia Keys, Drake, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Rosalía, ...
PlayStation Plus May 2024 games: EA Sports FC 24, Ghostrunner 2, and more
PlayStation Plus May 2024 lineup includes EA Sports FC 24, Ghostrunner 2, and others. It's also the last chance to download PS Plus April games.
News24 | Elections 2024: ANCYL wants to correct 'voting along tribal lines' in KwaZulu-Natal
Despite voter patterns showing that some people in KwaZulu-Natal vote along tribal lines, ANC Youth League president Collen Malatji says he is confident that the party will emerge victorious after the upcoming polls.
Senators want limits on the government's use of facial recognition technology for airport screening
A bipartisan group of senators wants restrictions on the use of facial recognition technology by the Transportation Security Administration. The lawmakers say they're concerned about travelers’ privacy and civil liberties. In a letter Thursday, 14 lawmakers are calling on Senate leaders ...
News24 | AKA, Tibz murders: Lawyers argue for bail, say keeping accused in custody not in interest of justice
The State called for the men charged with the murders of rapper Kiernan "AKA" Forbes and his friend, businessman Tebello "Tibz" Motsoane, to remain behind bars, pending the finalisation of the police probe and the commencement of the trial.
News24 | Life Healthcare crashes 7% as SA margins take strain
Shares of private hospital operator Life Healthcare crashed almost 7% on Thursday after it flagged weakness in its core profit amid a rise in operating costs.
Get 'Machine Learning Infrastructure and Best Practices for Software Engineers' (worth $35.99) for FREE
Although creating a machine learning pipeline or developing a working prototype of a software system from that pipeline is easy and straightforward nowadays, the journey toward a professional software system is still extensive. Machine Learning Infrastructure and Best Practices for Software ...
Satechi’s new SM1 Slim Keyboard on sale for the first time ever at $85 (Reg. $100)
Satechi’s official Amazon storefront now offers its new SM1 Slim Mechanical Keyboard for $85 shipped after clipping the on-page coupon. This discounts the just-released Dark Grey style specifically, which launched at the very end of February after the original version debuted at CES 2024 ...
GeForce Now gains a Steam Deck installer, 7 new games
Nvidia has announced a simplified new way to install GeForce Now on the Steam Deck, opening the handheld to the service’s hundreds of streamable titles. more…
Hades II’s new combat options enhance an already great game
New magic system shines in the game's early "Technical Test" period.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy's comments about unions violated federal law, NLRB judge rules
An administrative law judge has ruled that Amazon CEO Andy Jassy violated labor law by making certain anti-union comments during media interviews two years ago. In a ruling issued Wednesday, the National Labor Relations Board judge pointed to statements Jassy made on CNBC’s “Squawk Box,” ...
Passkey support comes to Word, Excel, and more for all consumer Microsoft accounts
We’re getting closer every day to a password-free future. Less than two years after Apple launched passkeys with iOS 16 and macOS 13, more and more companies continue adding support. Following in the footsteps of Amazon and Nintendo, among others, today Microsoft announced that passkey ...
Study: The Maya blessed their ball courts in rituals with hallucinogenic plants
eDNA analysis found traces of xtabentum, as well as lancewood, chili peppers, and jool
News24 | Coalition govt will have tough job with reforms in SA, Moody's warns
South Africa may struggle to make much more progress on resolving the country's long-standing challenges if a coalition government emerges after elections this month, Moody's Investors Service cautioned.
Oh dear! Baby gear! Why are the manuals so unclear?
Sure, new parents are an anxious lot. But instruction manuals for devices meant to keep the baby safe and healthy are daunting and add to the anxiety. Why are they so confusing?
Google’s Find My Device network rollout for Android nears
Google today is more widely alerting Android users in the US and Canada about the Find My Device network launch. more…
Google Messages will let you record 3-second ‘Selfie GIFs’ [U: Video]
After adding a custom camera, Google Messages should be in the process of rolling out “Selfie GIFs.” more…
LG’s StanbyME Go portable briefcase monitor sees $200 discount to $997 low
Amazon is now offering LG’s incredibly unique StanbyME Go portable monitor for $996.99 shipped. This is only the second-ever discount from the usual $1,197 MSRP since it launched for the first time back in August of last year. Today’s offer saves you $200 and matches the all-time low set ...
Former Stadia exclusive Orcs Must Die! 3 is currently free on Epic Games Store
Once upon a time, Google had a cloud gaming platform with a handful of exclusive titles, many (but not all) of which have thankfully reappeared on other platforms. If you never got your chance to play Orcs Must Die! 3 on Google Stadia, you can now pick it up for free on the Epic Games ...
AI use by businesses is small but growing rapidly, led by IT sector and firms in Colorado and DC
The rate of businesses in the U.S. using AI is still relatively small but growing rapidly. A new paper by U.S. Census Bureau researchers says overall use of AI by businesses in the U.S. rose from 3.7% last fall to 5.4% in February. Leading the way were firms in information technology and ...
Samsung isn’t bringing AI features to Galaxy S21 and Flip 3, only Circle to Search
Samsung is bringing One UI 6.1 to its Galaxy S21 series and foldables from 2021, but the company is solely bringing Google’s Circle to Search to these older devices, whereas others are getting nearly the entire Galaxy AI suite. more…
New all-time low takes $70 off the affordable OnePlus 12R at $530
We are now tracking only the second-ever discount on the new OnePlus 12R. Courtesy of Amazon and directly from OnePlus, the new mid-range smartphone drops to $529.99 shipped in both Iron Gray and Cool Blue colorways. The unlocked 256GB handset is $70 off the usual $600 going rate and a new ...
WD_BLACK’s P40 SSD Game Drive is one of the best in the business, now starting from $120
Amazon is now offering the WD_BLACK 2TB P40 SSD Game Drive for $169.99 shipped. While we did see this one go for less last year, since the near industry-wide price hikes took effect on SSDs of all sorts in 2024, this one now carries a regular list at $200 – but it is actually going for $330 ...
News24 | Dashcam captures 'bogus' traffic officer's role in N1 truck hijacking drama
Gauteng traffic police distanced itself from a purported traffic officer, caught on dashcam footage, pulling over a truck which was then seemingly hijacked.
Over 100 far-right militias are coordinating on Facebook
Despite bans on militias, Facebook continues to struggle with content moderation.
Get 'Enterprise Transformation to AI and the Metaverse' (worth $59.99) for FREE
Enterprise Transformation to AI and the Metaverse provides guidance on how organizations can respond effectively to a rapidly converging collection of advanced technologies, methods, and models often referred to as “the metaverse.” The arrival of the metaverse will likely lead to one of the ...
Walmart’s new Google TV remote has a giant ‘Free TV’ button and it might be backlit
Walmart’s new Google TV box is coming – but has not released yet – and early units are revealing all of the details. Now, a Reddit user has shown off the remote that comes with the Walmart Onn Pro Google TV box and it’s got a couple good features, and one that’s a little ...
News24 | No 'no-go' zones in Gauteng: Taxi industry backs new e-hailing app
Gauteng residents have been given an alternative option for ride-sharing apps after the new e-hailing service, Shesha, launched on Friday last week.
News24 | Zuma has 'written his own history', Motlanthe says on campaign trail
Through his decision to form the uMkhonto weSizwe Party, former president Jacob Zuma has "written his own history", his former deputy, Kgalema Motlanthe, said on Friday.
iPhone 16 molds reveal change to MagSafe charging ring
A French website has obtained what appear to be molds of the iPhone 16 line-up, showing what appears to be a small but still notable change to the MagSafe charging ring. The molds also reflect the changes we’re expecting to see to the camera layout in the base and Plus model iPhone ...
Instagram users will now DM to reveal stories; more new features incoming
Instagram is rolling out four new stickers on Stories with an aim to increase user engagement. Here's how you can access and use the features.
Amazon Great Summer Sale: Best deals on Sony, Bose headphones
Amazon Great Summer Sale is live and it offers massive discounts on the top Sony, Bose, and Skullcandy headphones. Read to see the best deals.
Instagram’s new stickers will let you share a song, reveal hidden stories: How to use
Instagram has rolled out four new stickers on its platform. One of these new stickers enable users to share songs with their followers on the platform.
News24 | City of Cape Town continues to clamp down on illegal graffiti and murals
Hanover Park, Mitchells Plain and Atlantis were the areas that had the most graffiti removed.
News24 | JUSTICE DENIED | Multimillion pension for hospital boss despite Babita Deokaran's R1bn graft find
Tembisa Hospital CEO Ashley Mthunzi was a key role-player in a R1-billion extraction scheme exposed by Babita Deokaran, just weeks before her assassination in 2021.
News24 | Rob Houwing | Sharks were frugal for precision … but fabulous for passion
Eighty minutes away now from major Cup glory, the Sharks are rekindling their Super Rugby 2020 vibe, says Rob Houwing.
Save up to $500 on Cricut crafting and DIY machines from $49: Cutters, heat presses, more
Amazon has now launched a new sale event featuring the Cricut cutting, crafting, and DIY machines and accessories. The brand’s unique at-home DIY machines range from heat presses for t-shirts and tote bags, to the more pro-grade Autopress that is now up to a whopping *$500 off* the MSRP, and ...
Apple Watch AFib History Deemed Reliable Enough for Clinical Research
Apple's wearable is the first 'digital health technology' to qualify for the FDA's Medical Device Development Tools program.
News24 | Mall of the South owner Redefine plans a strong push into Poland
Almost 38% of Redefine Properties' property portfolio is now in Poland.
Amazon knocks up to $190 off Nespresso coffee and espresso machines, deals from $119
Joining some of the deals we are tracking this week on Ninja coffee makers, it’s time for some Nespresso action. As part of Amazon’s Mother’s Day discounts, it is offering some notable price drops on a range of Nespresso single-serve espresso and coffee makers as well as higher-end ...
News24 | Police tight-lipped on Operation Shanela convictions, but points to over 600 000 arrests
A high-density police operation known as Operation Shanela has resulted in the arrests of more than 600 000 people in the past 12 months.
News24 | Phillip de Wet | One SA party wants a wall. The others want foreign money, not foreign nationals
South Africa's upcoming election offers a choice of exactly how to keep foreign nationals out – or at least in their place – but almost all political parties agree that foreign money is pretty great, writes Phillip de Wet.
This Android Tablet Is Newly Discounted to Just $120
This TCL Tab 10 features 5G connectivity, a strong battery, and slim design.
Acer TravelLite business laptops with Intel Core chips launched
Acer TravelLite is the latest laptop from the company, aimed at giving business-class users a better PC experience on the go.
Brand new Final Cut Camera app for iPhone and iPad enables pro recording workflows
Today at the iPad-focused ‘Let loose’ event, Apple not only introduced compelling new iPad hardware, it also had a first-party software story to tell. The main highlights of that story were Final Cut Pro 2 and Logic Pro 2 for iPadOS. These major updates to Apple’s iPad-exclusive ...
New York governor regrets saying Black kids in the Bronx don't know what a computer is
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says she regrets making an offhand remark that suggested Black children in the Bronx do not know what the word “computer” means. The Democratic governor made the extemporaneous comment Monday while being interviewed at a large business conference in California. ...
Reigns: Beyond Review
I think this crew isn’t suited to space battles. I can understand how a pirate fleet, with experience and maybe superior numbers, can overwhelm my ship. I will accept that a super-secret organization has tech that will ensure victory. But I cannot deal with the fact that an already damaged ...
New iPad Pro and iPad Air remove SIM slots to go eSIM-only
Apple’s M4 iPad Pro and new iPad Air are both on sale, and the company’s website has revealed some key additional info about the devices that were not mentioned during the announcement. One such tidbit has to do with a change in how SIMs are handled on both iPads. more…
New solution helps enterprises secure Gen AI APIs
As enterprises increasingly integrate generative AI into critical applications they, often unwittingly, expose those applications to attacks that exploit the unique characteristics of AI, such as prompt injection, insecure outputs, and sensitive data disclosure. API security company Traceable ...