Android
Google is phasing out APKs on the Play Store – what does this mean?
Developers will now have to use Android App Bundles, a new format that Google launched in 2018.
Microsoft
Microsoft Office is now free for all SAns under 25
Your South African ID can get you a free premium MS Office 365 account. Here's how.
Apps
Tiktok removes over seven million underage users
Tiktok has removed more than seven million suspected underage users over the first quarter of this year.
Blockchain
Five popular tech innovations in 2021
The pandemic proved that technology is taking over the world. Here are five popular technology trends in 2021.
Android
Netflix launches new mobile plan – what you need to know
You can now watch Netflix on your mobile at a lower cost with the new mobile-only plan. Here's what you need to know about it.
Google
Google faces fines in Russia – here’s what happened
Russia fined Google, Facebook, Telegram, and Twitter after failing to remove prohibited information.
China
YouTube removes videos documenting alleged human rights abuse in China
YouTube removed videos of alleged human rights violations in China, filmed by an activist group.
Conspiracy theories
John McAfee was not suicidal, widow says
The widow of the tech wiz said McAfee was not suicidal, recalling the last time she spoke to him.
Microsoft
Windows 11 has finally launched – what you need to know
It's official! Microsoft will be releasing Windows 11 later this year. I guess it's goodbye to Windows 10.
Deaths & Obituaries
John McAfee: Tech wiz found dead in a prison cell
It is believed that John McAfee committed suicide. He was found hanging in a Barcelona prison cell just before his extradition to the US.
Technology
Dimension Data chair Jeremy Ord resigns amid court case
Dimension Data chair and four other executives resign amid unequal remuneration court case.
Microsoft
Windows 11 leaked – here’s what it looks like
Windows 11 leaked ahead Microsoft's virtual launch.
Internet
Internet shutdown: Major websites are not loading, here’s why
The internet shutdown was felt around the world. Here's what may have caused it.
Africa
Nigeria joins North Korea, China in banning Twitter
Nigeria joins a list of authoritarian regimes that have an indefinite ban placed on Twitter.
NASA
Ingenuity: NASA flies first helicopter on Mars [video]
NASA successfully commissioned the controlled flight of a small helicopter on Mars, a planet with an atmosphere so thin, it accounts for 1% of Earth's density.
Mobile Technology
WhatsApp privacy update: Five important things you need to know
WhatsApp will share more of your personal information from February and you have no choice.
SABC
SABC wants Netflix users to pay TV licence fees
SABC is gunning for users of streaming services - irrespective of where they access content - to pay TV licence fees.
App updates
Facebook Live: Artists will be able to charge viewers for online events
Facebook Live will allow artists the opportunity to monetize online concert events.
Technology
WhatsApp: Get COVID-19 information instantly on your phone
Get daily updates on COVID-19 from the World Health Organisation, straight on your WhatsApp. Here's how you can activate this cool feature:
Apple
Coronavirus: Apple issues tips on how to disinfect your iPhone
Based on Screen Time data, iPhone users touch their devices at least 58 times a day. This may not bode well in the era of #coronavirus
Coronavirus
Conspiracy theorists pin coronavirus outbreak on 5G technology
Conspiracy theorists claim that 5G has a lot to do with the advent of coronavirus.
Court cases
TikTok faces lawsuit from 12-year-old UK girl
TikTok is in hot water for allegedly misusing children's data and wearing the cape of justice is a 12-year-old girl from the UK.
App updates
Must be nice: Instagram rolls out food orders feature in these countries
Mark Zuckerberg has done it yet again. Instagram now allows businesses to set up food orders on the platform.
Technology
Comparing Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Showmax 2020 prices in SA
You could have Netflix, Showmax and Amazon Prime Video subscriptions and still be paying a third of a DStv Premium package.
Coronavirus
Zoom meetings: How to set up the perfect lighting at home
Maintain a professional look at home with these natural lighting techniques for video conferencing.
Coronavirus
Take this COVID-19 test to assess your risk of infection
This COVID-19 test, developed by a Nigerian ICT business, is a way to self diagnose and seek coronavirus treatment early.
Multichoice
Multichoice wages subscription war with Netflix
Multichoice wants to take on Netflix and its plan is investing in local content to increase its subscription base.
Apps
Gab becomes new home for far-right extremists
Gab.com is growing faster by the day, as more extremists look for a new home.
Amazon
Parler: Tech giants cancel US social media app
Parler CEO John Matze says they are trying to move to a new provider: "We have many competing for our business."
DStv
Here’s how much you’ll pay to watch Amazon Prime on DStv
Amazon Prime Video can now be accessed on DStv at the touch of a button.