Tech Reviews
Letting your Andriod app frustrations out of the dog box: Quick review of GBox
Our penultimate piece in our HUAWEI ecosystem series focuses on GBox which enables HUAWEI smart mobile device owners to run Andriod apps from the likes of Google (Google Maps, Google Earth, Google search, YouTube), Meta (Facebook, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp), and...
Versatility meets loadshedding countering tech – Quick review of ASUS’ ExpertCenter E1600 AiO
ASUS's ExpertCenter E1600 all-in-one PC is a portable and versatile business all-in-one PC. It measures in at 36.6 x 24.8 x 3.8 ~ 19.0 cm while tipping the computer scales at 2.43 kg. While that is a world away from portable laptops like ASUS' own Zenbook line...
Using an app store alternative per day to keep competition from going away – Quick review of HUAWEI’s AppGallery
The next app ecosystem element we are looking at is HUAWEI's AppGallery, which like Google's Play Store and Apple's App Store allows users of HUAWEI's smart mobile devices to access a large selection of mobile apps. Whether it is doing your banking through the...
Searching for an alternative mobile ecosystem – Quick review of HUAWEI Petal Search
Following our look at HUAWEI's Petal Maps recently, we now take a look at the Chinese company's official search engine app, namely Petal Search, which is available in more than 170 countries and regions and supports over 50 languages. This app allows users to...
Navigating HUAWEI’s app ecosystem – Quick review of Petal Maps
HUAWEI makes some sublimely designed smart mobile devices that offer enticing value per Rand and remarkable camera performance, the latest of which is the HUAWEI Mate50 Pro. However, many of our readers (and friends/family of the editorial staff) often ask about the...
Quick review of Huawei’s Watch GT 3 Pro
When it comes to choosing a luxury wristwatch, there is a myriad of things to consider ranging from different brands to complications and watch sizes, but the choice for a smartwatch is somewhat simpler. If you are an iPhone user, you probably want to opt for an Apple...
Quick review of Polk’s Magnifi Mini AX
A compact Dolby Atmos- and DTS:X sound bar system to create a cinema experience in your living room. Despite being rather compact, especially compared to the average Samsung and LG single-unit soundbar, Polk's Magnifi Mini AX packs some powerful sound that enables...
Quick review of HUAWEI’s nova 10 SE
If the average smartphone user were to put together a list of features they need from their smartphone for someone buying them one as a Xmas gift, what would it say? The eye-catching design has certainly been important to many users of late, as has great camera...
Quick review of vivo’s V25e
As the official sponsor of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, vivo's latest smartphone has to embody the glitzy tournament, be capable of capturing the greatest moments from the world's most played sport, and remain accessible to the masses just like football itself. The...
Quick review of OPPO’s Reno 8 Pro 5G
When it comes to handsets that look and feel premium in hand, OPPO's designers are always on point and the Reno8 series is no exception, featuring a streamlined unibody design that integrates both the camera module and back cover for a smooth hand feel. The Reno8 Pro...
Quick review of the Honor 70 smartphone
Honor has a history of innovation since launching in 2021 as the youth-focussed sub-brand of HUAWEI, since breaking away from its parent brand, the Chinese smartphone maker has continued to construct stylish devices, offering a great mix of specs, performance, camera...
Quick review of OPPO’s A57
Midrange smartphone buyers have become more demanding when it comes to features, design, and capability and want more of the high-end features to spill over to their segment of the market. Design then, plays a more important role in getting a second look from a...
Mahindra Scorpio S11 review
SUVs remain the vehicle type of choice for local buyers, and Mahindra has entrenched itself as one of the biggest local sellers, thanks to cars such as the locally-manufactured Mahindra Pik Up range become very popular in the South African market thanks to their...
Quick review of ASUS’ ExpertBook B2 Flip
ASUS's ExpertBook B2 is a powerful business laptop that is suitable for a range of business users who require a notebook PC for everyday office tasks and on-the-go productivity. Locally, ASUS is targeting public sector employees including government staff, educational...
Quick review of SanDisk’s iXpand 64 GB USB 3.0/Lightning Flash Drive For Apple
One of the often overlooked aspects of owning the latest devices such as smartphones and tablets is the amount of onboard storage that these smart mobile devices have. Many users may opt for the most affordable model or model fitting into their budgetary requirements,...
Quick review of ASUS’ Zenbook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
Within today's hybrid working environment, consumers want to invest in technology that offers them flexibility and mobility. Besides many South Africans having the ability to work from home at least part of the time, they may also on occasion have to go to a coffee...
Quick review of Acer’s C250i Portable Projector
For families especially, projectors are often worth the investment as they enable mom and dad to have a levelled-up experience of Netflix and chill on date night, and the kids to enjoy all of their Disney/animated movies on a big screen. Acer's C250i portable...
Quick review of Acer’s Chromebook Spin 713
Since the introduction of Chromebooks around a decade ago, Acer has been pushing the boundaries of design and functionality for these kind of laptops that are renowned for their battery life, affordability, ease of use, and good user experience even on limited...
Quick review of HP’s Spectre x360 16 Laptop
While 14inch portable laptops have been popular in the age of hybrid working, 16" notebook are still favoured by those looking for bigger displays, desktop replacements, and more battery to power your productive working day. HP's x360 Spectre 16 is one of those, but...
Quick review of Techno’s Spark 8C
Everyone loves a good deal, especially in today's operating environment of high inflation and stagnant economic growth that is making everything more expensive, while your salary stays the same. Tecno presents a midrange smartphone that packs in a lot of features, a...
