If there is one thing that Star Wars has been able to generate, it is merchandise, this is our collection of the strangest, most innovative Star Wars-themed products. FULL STORY >

In an effort to broaden its consumer base, Samsung has begun a trade-in programme to allow customers to purchase new smartphones and phablets at discounted prices. FULL STORY >

In arguably this year’s most eye-raising acquisition to date, Facebook has acquired popular messaging service WhatsApp for a cool $19 billion (R190 billion). FULL STORY >

Some of the most useful gadgets can be imminently useful in a variety of scenarios, but for the ultimate convenience, a multi-tool is a must have. Question is, which one should you get? FULL STORY >

Hands up, this is a robbery! Movie fundi Spling investigates the top Heist movies ever made. FULL STORY >

Sony has decided to sell-off its Vaio PC and notebook division in a bid to stem major losses, along with a restructuring of its Bravia television division. FULL STORY >

Finally, South Africa may be on the way to catching up with its broadband counterparts in the US, Europe and Asia. FULL STORY >

The latest revelation from Edward Snowden asserts that US and British intelligence agencies are taking advantage of apps to mine users’ personal information. FULL STORY >

The Last of Us DLC, Left Behind is dated, new Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 images are revealed and Alien: Isolation is confirmed FULL STORY >

For those of us who love anime, 2014 is destined to be an exciting year. So what are some of the highlights that lie in wait? FULL STORY >

Tech titan Google has purchased internet-connected smoke detectors and thermostats maker Nest for a significant $3.2 billion (R32 billion). FULL STORY >

Sony has once again pushed the boundaries with the Alpha 7R full-frame mirrorless camera. Is it a game-changer? FULL STORY >

Deep Fried Man is forced to admit that his television might be smarter than him. FULL STORY >

Gran Turismo 6 races onto the PS3. Can it run circles 'round GT5 and its racing simulation competition? FULL STORY >

Google has announced its annual Year End Zeitgeist, and with it, the most popular searches that were made throughout the year, both locally and globally. FULL STORY >