In this week’s Gaming News Round-up GTA V walks away with just under a billion dollars on its first day, Battlefield 4 blasts us with spectacular visuals, and Gran Turismo celebrates its anniversary with a doccie. FULL STORY >

Last month was a bumper month on the smartphone side with not just the IFA 2013 consumer electronics show, but also Apple’s unveiling of not one but two new iPhones. FULL STORY >

Vodacom announces the start of the local leg of the international App Star challenge. FULL STORY >

Ahead of the launch of Grand Theft Auto V, Rockstar Games has made two companion apps available for mobile devices. FULL STORY >

Yet another place where technology – and the right gear – quickly proves its worth is in the kitchen. Apart from being able to impress your family or your significant other with some delicious recipes, it also gives geeks the... FULL STORY >

WD is introducing its My Book AV-TV to the local market during Q3 2013. FULL STORY >

ThoughtWorks Africa has appealed for assistance in helping more girls from underprivileged backgrounds develop an interest in IT. FULL STORY >

Corel has released its latest version of Painter with Painter X3. Is this the painting app to rule them all? FULL STORY >

In this week’s Gaming News round-up, a new Ryse: Son of Rome trailer is released, Beyond: Two Souls' demo is announced and FIFA shows off its manager mode. FULL STORY >

Absa has launched its new online insurance offering, which enables users to access six insurance and investment products from a central location. FULL STORY >

Google has revealed the name of the next Android iteration and it's not Key Lime Pie as expected. FULL STORY >

Amazon has announced a newly upgraded Kindle Paperwhite, promising better contrast, faster page turn times and greater touch responsiveness. FULL STORY >

Compact SUVs sell like hotcakes in the South African car market thanks to offering better ground clearance than normal vehicles, as well as an elevated driving position for improved all-round visibility. Here are our top 5 compact SUVs. FULL STORY >

The Espoo-Redmond union comes full circle as Microsoft buys Nokia’s smartphone division including the Lumia brand. FULL STORY >

It need not come down to a choice between enjoying technology amid home comforts, versus forsaking it for the fresh air and adventure to be found in the great outdoors. In fact, certain technologies come into their own when you step foot outside. FULL STORY >