A 32-year-old woman reported missing in eThekwini was found safe in her own bed after a search operation triggered by a communication misunderstanding. According to Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA), the woman’s family contacted authorities last week when they could not reach her, eventually sparking concerns of foul play when a phone call resulted in … Read more
Google is developing a new “Video Remix” feature for Google Photos, internally codenamed “Soba,” which aims to bring generative AI-powered editing to personal video clips. According to findings by app forensic specialist AssembleDebug, the feature will likely allow users to transform existing videos using AI, mirroring the functionality of the current Photo Remix tool. While … Read more
Pixel users are increasingly reporting software instability following recent Android updates, raising concerns about Google’s quality assurance priorities. According to reports from Android Authority, frequent bugs and system performance issues have led a significant portion of the user base to question the reliability of the flagship hardware. Industry analysts suggest this trend reflects a shift … Read more
Google has launched a federal lawsuit against a cybercrime collective known as Outsider Enterprise, alleging the group used AI-powered tools to facilitate a global phishing operation. According to court filings, the network deployed over one million fraudulent domains and 9,000 fake websites to steal passwords and financial data, resulting in an estimated $1.9 billion in … Read more
The Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) ruled that a Jetour Dashing television advertisement was misleading because it failed to disclose essential financing details like deposits and repayment periods. While the ARB lacks direct jurisdiction over non-member companies like Jetour South Africa, it has instructed media owners and broadcasters to refuse future advertisements from the brand that … Read more
A 27-year-old Gauteng woman is seeking a full refund or vehicle replacement after her new R923,000 Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 reportedly malfunctioned 37 days after purchase. The vehicle allegedly reversed while in drive during a trip to Mpumalanga. Mercedes-Benz South Africa and the financier, Absa, maintain that diagnostic procedures are required under the Consumer Protection Act … Read more
The Unihertz Titan 2 Elite marks a departure from the company’s traditional industrial design, trading the brick-like aesthetic of its predecessors for a refined, rounded aluminum body. Featuring a 4-inch, 1080 x 1200 OLED display and a physical QWERTY keyboard, the device is designed for niche audiences who prioritize tactile typing over large-screen media consumption. … Read more
Buying a Used Car? Why the “Buyer Beware” Era is Fading For decades, the second-hand vehicle market operated under the unwritten rule of caveat emptor—buyer beware. However, a landmark ruling involving a consumer and a major dealership has signaled a seismic shift. When a Gauteng consumer successfully challenged a vehicle sale at the National Consumer … Read more
The Science Behind Charging Limits: Fact vs. Fiction Limiting phone charging to 80% has long been touted as a way to extend battery life. Lithium-ion batteries, which power most smartphones, degrade faster when exposed to full charges or complete discharges. Manufacturers like Google and Samsung recommend this practice to slow down capacity loss. However, recent … Read more
Build One South Africa (BOSA) has officially introduced two high-profile candidates as part of its expanding slate for the upcoming municipal elections. The announcement, held this past Thursday on Vilakazi Street in Soweto, marks a strategic effort by the party to frame its platform around accountability, service delivery, and the restoration of public trust in … Read more