Sony has announced that its forthcoming new portable console will have dedicated apps for social media networks. FULL STORY >

If the price of software advertised on local web sites seems too good to be true, it probably is. This is the message from Microsoft SA, which has warned of a boom in fake software being sold online to unwitting consumers. FULL STORY >

Consumer electronics maker ViewSonic reveals its latest dual-OS sporting tablet, the ViewPad10pro. FULL STORY >

Leica has launched its new Leica V-LUX30, a camera firmly aimed at adventurers, travellers and explorers. FULL STORY >

TechSmart talks to Jean Louis Acafrao, general manager for DStv on Demand, about BoxOffice and their upcoming online offering. FULL STORY >

Finnish phone giant Nokia and the Department of Science and Technology sign a memorandum of understanding, concerning collaborative efforts for local ICT projects. FULL STORY >

The launch of Google Plus had pundits, tech analysts and users scratching their head over what exactly it is. FULL STORY >

Opera Software's Mini and Mobile browsers dominate the mobile browser landscape. We catch up with Phillip Gronvold, Opera Software's product manager for mobile. FULL STORY >

Foursquare is the latest social media site to launch a new feature, which aims to enable users to more effectively create lists of their favourite places. FULL STORY >

Motorola Mobility updates its tough Android-running smartphone the Defy, turning it into the Defy+. FULL STORY >

If you want a career in the information technology (IT) sector or simply want to freshen up on your PC skills, the choice of educational institution can be as crucial as the actual selection of your occupation. FULL STORY >

Samsung has played up the advantages of dual-SIM handsets, placing the technology well within the reach of cellphone users. FULL STORY >

Canadian smartphone and tablet maker Research In Motion reveals BlackBerry Management Center, a free service that enables SMEs to centrally manage and protect BlackBerry smartphones in the cloud. FULL STORY >

Google has fired its next salvo in the competition against reigning social network king, Facebook, by adding games to its feature list. FULL STORY >

The latest version of Mozilla's Firefox web browser is available to download, for users that want to try the features of the latest browser a bit early. FULL STORY >