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Brett and Duncan are joined by Michael Chang, marketing manager of MSI South Africa, to discuss the state of the gaming industry. As people were forced indoors during the pandemic, many turned to video games as a way to pass the time, connect with friends or distract themselves from the sometimes-dystopian reality. A lot of those people stuck with the hobby when things started to shift to a hybrid work-from-home environment. That meant the industry as a whole saw substantial growth over the last two or three years. Michael explains how that growth has affected MSI’s approach to its products.…

For decades there has been a prevailing belief to “buy low and sell high” in order to be profitable when investing. It’s time to retire that expression.  Legendary investor, Howard Marks, has publicly stated his opinion that selling an asset (even when you have made a profit) may be foolish. His justification for this statement is that, although taking profits never made anyone broke, selling an investment interrupts compound interest and can cause you to lose out on excess returns. Let’s explore why this sentiment holds true and how it can benefit you in the long term. Compound interest: Is…

It cannot be denied, investing in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum has proven to be a profitable choice. Even after the most recent crypto market pullback, the overall cryptocurrency market has significantly outperformed other investments. As a result, many investors have shifted their focus to the crypto space and made a point of including cryptocurrencies in their portfolios. The problem is that the crypto market has been dominated by speculators. Those who have purchased individual cryptos in hopes of making a quick buck instead of taking a professional and more sensible approach to crypto investing. Financial advisors and wealth managers…

TechMarkit is a new e-commerce platform that aims to provide affordable and reliable refurbished digital devices to the mass market, while supporting sustainability by creating a thriving circular economy for consumer electronics in the country. “The pandemic’s transformative impact on society means consumers have become more dependent on technology to navigate daily life. From remote work and learning to e-commerce and online social interactions, all South Africans require a device to participate in the burgeoning digital economy,” explains David Hirsch, founder and CEO of TechMarkit. According to Point of Sale tracking data from GfK South Africa’s Weekly Monitor, lockdown and…

Just when you thought Huawei couldn’t top its impressive range of nova smartphones, the international technology giant has gone and done it again. The HUAWEI nova Y9a has just launched in South Africa and is everything you’ve come to expect and more from this series of youth-focused devices. Last year saw the release of several impressive nova smartphones, including the nova Y60, nova 8, nova 8i and nova 9. While 2022’s brand-new HUAWEI nova Y9a fits in seamlessly with this impressive range, it also sets itself apart in a number of remarkable ways. With its flagship inspired design, the…

Altcoins have shown extraordinary growth over the past year as more people start to adopt and understand the technology behind them. You’ve most likely heard of smart contracts and decentralised applications (DApps) being spoken about around the dinner table. Names like Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot and maybe even some lesser-known ones like Terra and Binance Coin are becoming more recognisable. But what do they really do, what sets them apart from Bitcoin and, more importantly, from each other? What are Smart Contracts? A smart contract refers to a computer program that lives on the blockchain. These programmes automatically run or execute…

Last year the Samsung Galaxy S21 Series got the world talking with its game-changing new technology including epic camera specs. Now, through the Galaxy S21 FE 5G smartphone, a Galaxy fan-inspired phone you can experience the prograde cameras, long-lasting batteries(1) and incredible performance – in a beautiful display, iconic contour-cut design – that is also 5G-Enabled(2).  For added convenience and security it even includes an under-screen fingerprint recognition system from the Galaxy S21.  Another big bonus point that makes this device stand out is its accessible price point. This means that if you want a smartphone with the same amazing pro-grade cameras…

The markets may be experiencing a volatile start to the year, but 2022 is gearing up to continue the adoption pace of crypto that 2021 set. Looking to the future, crypto is experiencing some exciting developments in the redefining of ownership and value transfer. With these advancements, specific sectors are catching the attention of investors with certain cryptos being in the centre spotlight.  Comparing the boom of the internet to the adoption of crypto The adoption of cryptocurrency into everyday life isn’t a frightening or even unusual thing. Just look back at similar innovations in human history and you’ll see…

At CES 2022, LG Electronics (LG) unveiled its original Lifestyle TV lineup, conceived and developed for today’s home-centric way of life. Offering maximum versatility, stylish spatial integration and more convenient ways to get things done, LG’s Lifestyle TVs can help transform a home into an office, gym, gallery, workshop or entertainment centre, at the same time elevating the décor and making everyday living more enjoyable. Highlighting this groundbreaking lineup are LG Objet TV (model 65Art90) and LG StanbyME (model 27Art10), two innovations that eschew conventional display design to deliver new value and user experiences. With their unprecedented form factors and…

Life opens up in new ways with the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G FE 5G. Packed with performance this much-anticipated 5G-Enabled device is designed with the fan-favourite features of the epic Galaxy S21 Series. Expect a smartphone that makes the latest Galaxy S21 innovations available to more people with an accessible price, seamless user experience and cutting-edge security. You can now experience the real-time, always-connected speeds of 5G in a feature-packed smartphone with pro-grade cameras, stunning, high-quality graphics and the smooth, at-your-fingertips-enjoyment of its One UI experience. This is an unmissable journey that runs on Android 12 OS and is layered…