While The Force Awakens impressed with its practical effects, there were plenty of CGI elements in the film. IAMAG breaks down how the effects got done. FULL STORY >

If you’ve enjoyed 2013’s intriguing Papers, Please, there might be another game up your alley that’s being released today. Called The Westport Independent, the game is as Swedish developers, Double Zero One Zero, likes to call it, a... FULL STORY >

At R1 900, the BV2000 from Blackview can tempt even the most savvy entry-level smartphone users. In spite of its plastic veneer, it delivers great value given its price tag. FULL STORY >

While The Force Awakens continues to dominate box offices worldwide, Lucasfilm and Disney has announced that the sequel, Ep. VIII, will change its release date to 15 Dec 2017. FULL STORY >

Rob Gallagher, Director Research & Analysis, Media & Entertainment at research firm Ovum gives us the run-down of CES 2106. FULL STORY >

Self-service and digital channels are becoming increasingly important. Organisations need to ensure that all these channels offer the same high level of customer service and a seamless, consistent experience.... FULL STORY >

The greatest challenge of 2016 will be to focus on protecting networks, internet access and the way in which devices are interconnected, says Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO ESET Southern Africa. FULL STORY >

RS Components is strengthening its ARM mbed portfolio with the latest mbed innovations for connected, low-power, security-conscious projects. FULL STORY >

As the South African government hashes out the details on digital TV standards, Sinotec already has a number of products primed to facilitate users’ migration and future-proof their viewing experience. FULL STORY >

Now in its second iteration, the Moto 360 from Motorola seems to have lost some of its character and now looks like any other Android Wear smartwatch. FULL STORY >

Donnie Yen is best known in the west for his work in the two Ip Man movies (about Yip Man, the master of Bruce Lee), a now new trailer for the third instalment has kicked off the countdown to the international release. FULL STORY >

If you have been in the X-Files loop, you might know that Scully and Mulder are making a long-awaited return come 24 January. As we’re getting closer to release, Fox has been providing some sweet titbits to stoke the X-Files embers. FULL STORY >

Forthcoming RPG Bravely Second: End Layer on the 3DS will receive a demo on the 6th of February ahead of its release three weeks later. FULL STORY >

Like several other regions around the globe, Netflix is now available in SA. The streaming service was however stated that it will vigilantly crackdown on those using VPN to access its global catalogue. FULL STORY >

Apparently, the forthcoming Twilight Princess HD remake for the Wii U will have an extra dungeon called The Twilight Cave, but this will only be available if you have picked up the Wolf Link amiibo. FULL STORY >