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Gammatek, a leading distributor of branded mobile accessories is thrilled to announce the launch of four cutting-edge Choetech Powerstations specifically designed to address the persistent challenge of loadshedding in the South African market. These power solutions offer unparalleled reliability, portability, and power capacity, providing a seamless backup plan during times of power outages. Loadshedding has long been a significant issue faced by individuals, businesses, and communities across South Africa. The unpredictable disruptions in power supply have resulted in countless inconveniences and financial losses. Gammatek, renowned for its commitment to delivering top-quality technology solutions, has partnered with Choetech, a global leader…

August is Women’s Month in South Africa. In recognition of the women who marched on Pretoria in 1956 and to honour the women who make South Africa function, MTN offers every woman access to the benefits of a modern connected life. What does that mean? We’re glad you asked. Women have a very specific set of requirements, by virtue of their physiology. There’s the endocrine changes that accompany puberty, pregnancy and childbirth, and other physical, mental, and emotional challenges to contend with. MTN offers services that make navigating these sometimes perilous waters a little less treacherous. The aim is an…

Popular tech brand TCL is on track to launch three brand-new QD Mini LED TV sets in its C-series line-up in South Africa this month. Taking advantage of its position as a podium finisher in the global TV popularity stakes, TCL is bringing advanced television technology to the masses at an affordable price point and a range of panel sizes. Whether you’re the lucky owner of the TCL C845, C745, or C645 QD Mini LED television sets, you’ll discover that these Google TV-powered panels offer excellent visual fidelity, advanced smart home features, and a range of sizes from 50in to…

FNB has once again demonstrated its leadership in digital platform innovation by winning seven awards at the 2023 World’s Best Consumer Digital Banks in Africa, hosted by Global Finance. The accolades recognise FNB’s leadership in areas such as the user experience of its digital interfaces, information security, and fraud prevention, among others. FNB CEO Jacques Celliers says, “It’s an honour to be recognised for being at the forefront of digital platform innovation on the African continent. Even though each of our markets is at a different point in its digital journey, these awards indicate that we are on the right…

Access to virtual reality is reserved for those with the money for fancy and expensive hardware, right? Wrong. MTN’s Beyond VR, a subscription service powered by South Africa’s best mobile network, offers access to VR experiences without need of fancy hardware. All it takes is a web browser or a smartphone screen, with a cardboard VR headset or even full-on VR hardware being optional, and anyone can experience virtual reality. This is thanks to the magic of MTN’s superfast 5G network and a little something known as adaptive streaming which ensures that it’s always possible to have the experience you’re…

Vodacom Business is now certified as a Microsoft Teams Operator Connect partner in South Africa. This enables the brand to launch Vodacom Operator Connect, which offers a more programmatic approach to provisioning, managing, supporting, and billing Microsoft Teams services. The service essentially allows enterprises to use their chosen telecommunications provider to power Teams calling. Customers benefit from a more streamlined process – making it easier to select their operator of choice, provision numbers, and manage their environment, all from the familiar Teams Admin portal. In addition, Vodacom Operator Connect enables Microsoft Teams users to save on their monthly fixed voice…

South African retailer Game, a leading provider of electronics and appliances, is offering their customers the opportunity once again to purchase the latest in home entertainment, office, cellular, large appliances, audio, and gaming at everyday low, low prices with their Electronics Mania sale happening until 26 August 2023. The sale will run both in-store and online while stock last. Further, for customers needing some extra help with getting their tech setup, Game has a hands-on Tech Squad, a dedicated team of assistants who help customers set up any device, laptop, or smartphone that they buy in-store. Mark Scott, Vice President…

Once upon a time, the stated aim of technology was to improve the lot of the housewife. This was around the time the term ‘soap opera’ was coined. In 2023, there are still efforts to make cleaning a house simpler. Only now, instead of vacuum cleaners, we’ve moved onto the robot vacuum. Specifically, the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum E10 or variants like the S10, S10+, or the monster X10+. Sure, you can pick up a manual vacuum from a store for a couple of grand but that involves things like ‘labour’ and ‘remembering to use it’, and… it’s a far better…

In today’s digital age, businesses are seeking innovative solutions to drive their digital transformation and achieve new levels of efficiency, scalability, and agility. As cloud computing continues to revolutionise industries, Huawei Cloud is a leading and disruptive platform for organisations looking to reap the benefits of the cloud. “At Vodacom Business, we recognise the transformative possibilities of Huawei Cloud in accelerating business growth and innovation. With our expertise in Huawei Cloud services and unwavering commitment to customer success, we are the trusted partner for organisations seeking to unlock the full potential of the cloud,” says Prince Hlatshwayo, Executive Head of…

Education is of paramount importance in South Africa. While it’s relatively accepted that being at school will involve a certain amount of learning, doing it away from a classroom calls for a more interactive and entertaining approach. That’s where MTN’s XR Academy subscription services comes in. MTN continues to innovate, making access to the future more accessible. Users can interact with sculpture, the human body, or even go stargazing — think of it as stealth education, but much more fun. These VR experiences are also zero-rated by MTN for its customers, so learners who may not have access to school…