Gadgets and Gaming
HHW Gaming Review: ‘Watch Dogs: Legion’ Continues To Take The Franchise In A Positive Direction
Source: Ubisoft / Watch Dogs: Legion With the Watch Dogs franchise, Ubisoft has a unique situation on its hands. The first game didn’t quite live up to expectations, while the follow-up was vastly better. Could the studio keep the success going with Watch Dogs: Legion? Before I answer that burning question, let’s just set the scene for the third game in Watch Dog’s growing franchise. When you hit, start you find yourself in near-future London. The famed hacktivist group, Dedsec, has been outlawed after being framed for a terrible terrorist attack by an unknown enemy that rocks the home of Big Ben. As a direct result, London turns to a private military group called Albion to snuff out Dedsec. Source: Ubisoft / Watch Dogs: Legion With the arrival of the evil mercenary group, London is now tu...
LG Introduces New Noise Cancelling Earphones
LG has introduced a new addition to its LG Tone Free lineup – the LG FN7. These earphones are expected to add Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) to provide even greater listening pleasure and enhanced personal audio experience. “LG has always striven to deliver more options to consumers and with our newest TONE Free earbuds we are expanding our lineup to audiophiles who desire the very best that audio technology has to offer,” says Park Hyung-woo, head of LG’s audio and video division. The LG Tone Free FN7 sport adjustable ear gels with patented twist-fit Vortex Ribs design deliver a tighter in-ear seal to minimize outside noise seepage. With ANC activated, environmental noises are now almost completely neutralized, making every note and voice sound clearer, more natural, without losing the d...
Skyworth Unveils Newest Range of Smart TVs
Skyworth has officially unveiled its newest range of smart TVs, including the SXC9800, the SUC9300 and the SUC9300 Pro. Besides the showcase of its models, the brand also announced the latest addition to its high-end offering, Android 10, Far Field, access to more content in the Google Play Store, improved hardware and speed, larger memory, AIoT, Cast Play and Two Way Bluetooth Transmission. Skyworth SXC9800 The SXC9800 performs video frame interpolation on a 120Hz 4K OLED screen, delivering an ultra-smooth and stutter-free visual experience, replicating a refresh rate similar to 240Hz. /* custom css */ .tdi_3_593.td-a-rec-img{ text-align: left; }.tdi_3_593.td-a-rec-img img{ margin: 0 auto 0 0; } With built-in Wi-Fi 5 hardware, users can seamlessly access the 120HZ 4K online videos. The TV...
Sony Unveils ‘PlayStation Ready’ Bravia TV Lineup
Sony has unveiled a lineup of its current Bravia TVs that are officially ‘Ready for PlayStation 5’. The new ‘Ready for PlayStation 5’ tagline has been created in partnership with Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) to make it easier for consumers to select the “optimum TV in preparation for the highly anticipated launch of PlayStation 5, the next-generation game console releasing this holiday season”. The first ‘Ready for PlayStation 5’ TVs from Sony includes the standout X90H 4K HDR Full Array LED. The X90H displays gameplay images of up to 4K resolution at 120 fps with a very low input lag of 7.2ms. ‘Ready for PlayStation 5’ TV models also boast Bravia Game Mode, which allows users to automatically play games on the PS5 console with low latency. Thanks to Bravia Game Mode, users can wak...
Cyberpunk 2077 Launch Delayed Until December
Image sourced from VentureBeat CD Projekt has delayed the launch of Cyberpunk 2077, for the third time. The highly anticipated open-world RPG from the studio that brought gamers the Witcher series, is now expected to be released on 10 December. In an official statement, the developer says “The biggest challenge for us right now is shipping the game on current-gen, next-gen, and PC at the same time, which requires us to prepare and test nine versions.” /* custom css */ .tdi_3_bb8.td-a-rec-img{ text-align: left; }.tdi_3_bb8.td-a-rec-img img{ margin: 0 auto 0 0; } “We’re aware it might seem unrealistic when someone says that 21 days can make a difference in such a massive and complex game, but they really do,” the pair added. We have important news to share with you pic.twitter.com/qZUaD...
LG Reveals Wing 5G Smartphone Launch Date
LG has announced that its Wing smartphone will be available in South Africa from 1 November 2020. This is exciting news for tech fans and content creators that are intrigued by its second swivel screen and camera specs. Designed to take ‘flight’ Described as ‘the most transformative smartphone ever’, the LG WING allows users to seamlessly switch between either Basic Mode or Swivel Mode, which reveals a hidden second screen. This screen unlocks an entirely new and truly different experience for users. Simply swivel the entire front of the phone 90˚ to reveal the 3.9″ second screen that doubles as a grip when the main screen is in landscape mode. /* custom css */ .tdi_3_d00.td-a-rec-img{ text-align: left; }.tdi_3_d00.td-a-rec-img img{ margin: 0 auto 0 0; } The swivel screen also makes the WI...
Nokia Introduces the 8.3 5G Smartphone to Kenya
HMD Global, the home of Nokia, has announced the availability of its 8.3 5G smartphones in Kenya. The Nokia 8.3 5G has been designed to support multiple and evolving 5G network deployments, with support for both standalone and non-standalone 5G combinations – which operators are rolling out around the globe. Being the first smartphone to use the Qualcomm 5G RF Front end module solution, as part of its Qualcomm Modular Platform, the Nokia 8.3 5G condenses more than 40 different RF components into a single module, making it not only a global device but also a “future-proof smartphone” which is ready for the next step in 5G. /* custom css */ .tdi_3_4f8.td-a-rec-img{ text-align: left; }.tdi_3_4f8.td-a-rec-img img{ margin: 0 auto 0 0; } The device comes with a powerful PureView quad camera with...
Lenovo Unveils the Legion Slim 7
Lenovo has unveiled its latest 15-inch gaming laptop – the Legion Slim 7 – said to be the world’s lightest 15-inch gaming laptop with NVIDIA GeForce RTX. The device is powered by the next-level AMD Ryzen 4000 H-Series Mobile Processors, paired with powerful NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 and Max-Q Design GPU for real-time ray tracing. Available in Slate Grey hue with up to AMD Ryzen 9 4900H Mobile Processor, the sleek design is decked to impress gamers with a more secure, integrated power button with fingerprint reader and the incredibly immersive sound of Dolby Atmos Speaker System with Sound Radar by Dolby. /* custom css */ .tdi_3_d78.td-a-rec-img{ text-align: left; }.tdi_3_d78.td-a-rec-img img{ margin: 0 auto 0 0; } Engineered for all-day productivity with Windows 10 Pro and increased gaming c...
How Global Brands are Keeping up with SA Tech Trends
As the demand for powerful, affordable Internet of Things devices grows in South Africa, the focus for manufacturers and distributors alike has shifted to provide a diversity of tech products to suit the needs and budget of a highly segmented market. It is for this reason that Mobile in Africa, the official distributor for Xiaomi in South Africa, is so committed to ensuring that there is the perfect device for everyone by bringing in quality technology at outstanding prices. The Xiaomi 9 Series range of innovative, cutting-edge devices stays true to this promise, by offering a unique device for every user. Something for the Techies The Redmi Note 9 is a powerful device packed with some exceptional tech for its price point. Its quad-camera composition is noteworthy on its own, containing a ...
Huawei Introduces the Mate 40 Series
Huawei has officially unveiled its new Mate 40 Series smartphones; including the Mate 40, Mate 40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro + and the Mate 40 RS Porsche Design. “Each year the Huawei Mate Series brings the most exciting technology together into one stunning package. This is what defines the Mate Series DNA and is all made possible by our dedication to innovation,” says Richard Yu, Executive Director and CEO of Huawei Consumer BG. “In these unprecedented times, we remain committed to creating a better future, with innovative technology that delivers a positive and meaningful impact on the lives of consumers. In the future, we will continue working closely with our partners to bring the Seamless AI Life experience to consumers all around the world.” Here’s a closer look at the Mate 40 Series /* custo...
Acer Introduces New Swift, Spin and Aspire Series Notebooks
Acer has launched a suite of powerful notebooks across its Swift, Spin and Aspire series – all featuring the performance of new 11th Gen Intel Core processors with Intel Iris Xe graphics. The company says that these devices have been “designed to push ultra-portable PC design to new territories” and that notebooks come with “intuitive features, striking design aesthetics and the latest technology in a thin and light package”. Here’s a closer look at the new additions to the Acer Notebook range: Acer Swift 3X /* custom css */ .tdi_3_b9b.td-a-rec-img{ text-align: left; }.tdi_3_b9b.td-a-rec-img img{ margin: 0 auto 0 0; } The Swift 3X sports the new Intel Iris Xe MAX discrete graphics solution paired with 11th Gen Intel Core processors in order to offer creative professionals, such as photogra...
Microsoft Launches the Surface Go 2 in South Africa
Microsoft has announced that it plans on expanding its Surface device range in South Africa with the introduction of the Surface Go 2 for both commercial and consumer customers. The device will be available for consumers in retail from Incredible Connection stores and Vodacom from 22 October. “We’re excited to expand our Surface family with the addition of Surface Go 2 – our smallest and lightest two-in-one laptop. Its compact design and the versatility of a touchscreen and keyboard will appeal to businesses, schools, students and families,” says Vithesh Reddy, Consumer and Channel Marketing Director at Microsoft South Africa. The Surface Go 2 is expected to bring a more affordable and portable two-in-one device to the Surface line. It can handle everyday tasks; from jotting down idea...
