With the foundations laid, and its renewed culture explained, Microsoft’s attention on our tour then turned to its research department. Here is where we began to see Microsoft’s promise that it had become more innovative take more tangible... FULL STORY >

The PS4 Pro is on its way to South Africa, but an official launch date from PlayStation South Africa is still forthcoming. Nevertheless, several online retailers have it available for pre-order. These are the early listers. FULL STORY >

Not a brand new title, but a return to a favourite, Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor Game of the Year Edition now touts 4K quality for the PS4 Pro. FULL STORY >

If you're still one of the few people that has not tried Overwatch, Blizzard is making it free to play next weekend. FULL STORY >

Could a foldable smartphone distract from the Note 7's woes? FULL STORY >

The sequel to Dishonored is here. Will you choose Team Emily or Team Corvo? FULL STORY >

Microsoft’s Underground Tour, which TechSmart was invited to attend, held many gems. One of these was a frank and illuminating discussion on company culture, as Microsoft walked us through how, and why, today’s Microsoft has changed... FULL STORY >

To get an indepth behind the scenes view of Microsoft in action, TechSmart was invited to spend some time with the company from its headquarters in Seattle. Ryan Noik reports back. FULL STORY >

Taking out ads in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times and Washington Post, Samsung apologises for the Galaxy Note 7's exploding batteries and the failed recall attempt. FULL STORY >

Honouring a hallowed day for Mass Effect fans, the cinematic trailer for Andromeda has all the makings of an epic. FULL STORY >