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For Samsung users, Samsung Health has always been a great companion for tracking steps and workouts on their Galaxy watches or phones — but let’s be honest, it’s long played second fiddle to Apple Health’s more comprehensive ecosystem. However, it feels like Samsung is finally ready to change that narrative with a slate of new features aimed at turning its app from a simple fitness tracker into a legitimate health hub. Samsung Health expands seamless access to care anytime, anywhere. | Image credit — Samsung Through a collaboration with HealthTap, you’ll be able to book virtual doctor visits directly within…

With more than 20 years of experience in telecommunications and digital technologies, Dhlomo has held senior leadership roles across sub-Saharan Africa, including in Algeria, Nigeria, Kenya and Ghana. Ericsson  has announced the appointment of Sandile Dhlomo as Head of Ericsson South Africa, effective 1 September 2025. He will report to Majda Lahlou Kassi, Vice President and Head of Ericsson West and Southern Africa, while also serving on the leadership team for the Ericsson EMEA region. With more than 20 years of experience in telecommunications and digital technologies, Dhlomo has held senior leadership roles across sub-Saharan Africa, including in Algeria, Nigeria,…

GlocalMe RoamPlug: Travel Adapter Charger & 4G Hotspot in One! HomeGift Ideas $50–$100 Gadget Flow EditorsGlocalMe RoamPlug Travel ChargerStay charged and connected wherever you go with the GlocalMe RoamPlug. It’s a travel adapter that combines multiple plug types with fast charging and a built-in 4G hotspot.Global Plug Support: Accepts EU, UK, JP, CN, US, and AUS inputs and outputs 110–230V (max 2500W), so it works in hotels, airports, and homes worldwide.Fast Charging: Two USB-C ports and one USB-A deliver up to 65W on a single port and 70W total. Phones, tablets, and some laptops charge faster.4G Mobile Hotspot: Built-in 4G/3G…

The vivo X300 Pro has been spotted in the 3C database, having been certified by the Chinese authority recently. This has revealed the fact that it will support 90W wired charging, which is identical to its predecessor. Thanks to a prior certification, we also know that it will come with a 6,500 mAh battery, which will be 500 mAh bigger than the X200 Pro’s. There will be a version of the X300 Pro featuring BeiDou satellite messaging support. The X300 Pro is expected to launch alongside the X300 in October, both powered by MediaTek’s yet-unannounced Dimensity 9500 SoC. The X300…

With school finally back in session, Google recently announced that it’s bringing over new updates to Gemini, which includes a series of new tools designed to assist with critical thinking and academic efficiency. The new features include guided learning, integrated visuals, and exam preparation. First up is “Guided Learning,” which Google says is aimed at helping users build a deeper understanding of complex topics. The feature functions as an AI learning companion, and breaks down problems step-by-step, all the while adapting explanations to the user’s needs. It’s also designed to assist with understanding the reasoning behind concepts, and can create…

This collaboration underscores a growing synergy between South Africa’s financial and public sectors, showcasing how digital innovation can be harnessed to improve service delivery and promote inclusion nationwide. TymeBank  has announced a landmark collaboration with South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs (DHA)  to streamline access to Smart IDs and passports for millions of citizens. The initiative is set to significantly improve convenience, security, and efficiency in the delivery of critical public services. As one of the country’s fastest-growing digital banks, TymeBank will leverage its technology-driven model to support the DHA’s modernization agenda. With more than 11 million customers, the bank…

A Sony Xperia phone connected to a Sony Alpha camera used to be a staple of Sony’s marketing – this highlighted a cool feature that allowed the phones to work as an external monitor by using the Monitor & Control app (or the External Monitor app on older devices). This used to be free, but someone over at Sony decided that the company can make a few bucks off this and now charges a subscription. Sony’s Monitor & Control app Here’s what happened – the wired external monitor functionality is now behind a…

Some Pixel and Samsung users with handsets running Android 16 QPR2 Beta 2 have spotted Google Maps Live Updates notifications on their notification bar and on the lock screen of their phones. Android Live Updates is similar to the iPhone’s Live Activities as it tracks your food orders, ride share arrivals, and sports scores. These notifications appear on the top of the phone across the status bar, where you can see the time on the left side, notification icons from apps and messages, and system icons like 5G/LTE, Wi-Fi, battery, etc.On the status bar, Android’s Live Update will show small…

The partnership”s goal is to strengthen efforts to expand broadband access across the region. The Southern Africa Telecommunications Association (SATA)  and the World Broadband Association (WBBA)  have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This agreement, signed virtually by SATA’s delegated chair, Selby Khuzwayo, establishes a formal collaboration between the two organizations. The partnership’s goal is to strengthen efforts to expand broadband access across the region. It also aims to harmonize policies and regulations related to telecommunications, which will help to support and grow Africa’s digital economy. From Openserve’s perspective, this collaboration will unlock new opportunities for the region and help…

Google just avoided disaster – the company will not be forced to sell its web browser, Chrome. It will have to make some concessions, but the ruling in what is described by Bloomberg as the “biggest US antitrust case in almost three decades” is overall favorable for the Mountain View company. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) accused Google of having an illegal monopoly on the search engine market. DOJ’s suggested remedy for that was to divest Chrome. Some companies even made offers, e.g. Perplexity AI offered $34.5 billion. That’s not happening, ruled the judge. Google will have to share…