How WhatsApp became Cape Town’s digital backbone
Cape Town’s most important digital tool is not a shiny new super app. It's WhatsApp, where family news, bookings, side jobs, customer replies, warnings, and payment proof all collide.
Tech & Innovation
We dig into gadgets, apps, AI, blockchain tools and the tech changing how we live and trade.
Laptop refresh this year, or not? AI PC Badge vs performance-per-rand
AI laptops are being sold as the next obvious upgrade, but the badge does not always match the value. In South Africa, the smarter buy still depends on what your workload needs, and what your budget can take.
AR glasses in 2026: What's available, and what to consider before buying
From R8k display glasses to R30k AI hybrids, the pricing spread is wide. The difference between clever buy and costly mistake comes down to category choice.
Galaxy S26 launch, and what matters to SA buyers
Samsung’s next flagship will arrive with big AI promises and polished launch slides. The real question for South Africans is what it will cost over 24 months and what you will use daily.
GPT-5.3-Codex-Spark and what “ultra-fast” changes
GPT-5.3-Codex-Spark promises high speed, built for rapid coding loops instead of long AI marathons. Ultra-fast sounds impressive, but the real change is in how quickly you can test, correct and continue.
How to use WhatsApp Web calling safely
WhatsApp Web calling is landing in more browsers, which is great, until you remember how many scams start with “quick, scan this QR” or “read me the code”.
Dash cams in South Africa, and what matters more than video quality
A dash cam exists for one reason: To produce clear evidence when stories start changing. Here's what to know, and which options are the best in 2026.