Oppo Reno 10 Pro Plus – Snap review
Oppo beefs up its photo-centric powerhouse to deliver a stellar Android experience. Oppo is a company whose mobile offerings are becoming increasingly noteworthy in a market that is somewhat stagnant. The Chinese manufacturer has won over many with the Reno range of devices. The big brother of the bunch, the Reno 10 Pro+, is putting its hand up as a...
Ford to expand Ranger family with plug-in hybrid
The first-ever Ranger Plug-in Hybrid will offer more torque than any other Ranger, and its sizeable battery will power multiple tools and appliances with ease. From 2025, Ford will offer customers in Australia a plug-in hybrid version of the Ranger 4x4 pick-up. Because of the similarities of the two markets, it means South Africa could also see the introduction of...
Apple iPhone 15: Everything you need to know
Apple unveils the next instalment of the iPhone, with some notable changes this time around. Tech giant Apple has unveiled the next iteration in the long-running iPhone range, the iPhone 15, which includes 4 models: the iPhone 15 base model, Plus, Pro and Max editions. iPhone 15 & iPhone 15 Plus Announced in the company’s press release, the base model iPhone 15...
Brand-new Lexus RX enters SA
The Lexus RX has entered its fifth generation with a brand-new design, new powertrains, greater performance, refined luxury, impressive safety and a plug-in hybrid model. Lexus says it has optimised the the RX’s fundamentals such as the centre of gravity, mass, rigidity, and powertrain “to create a more natural dialogue between car and driver”. This is a cornerstone of the...
Mercedes-Benz EQS and EQE SUVs arrive in SA
Mercedes-Benz South Africa has introduced the all-new EQS and EQE SUVs to the local market. The two electric SUVs offer a compelling combination of performance, range, and luxury – at a substantial price. The EQS SUV is the flagship model in the Mercedes-EQ range of fully electric SUVs. With a huge 108 kWh* battery, it offers a range of up...
Mazda CX-60 diesel hybrid headed for SA
Mazda Southern Africa has announced that the CX-60 Takumi variant will soon be added to the local line-up. The Mazda CX-60 will be the range flagship with its 3.3-litre in-line 6-cylinder turbodiesel mild hybrid. The engine produces a maximum of 158 kW and 550 Nm. It is worth noting that the electric motor (and battery) can assist the diesel engine...
Epson TW5820 Digital Projector – Snap Review
Epson’s 3LCD projector gives you ease-of-use and smart functionality to take your media-viewing up a notch. Projectors were once a hot commodity for entertainment and movie-lovers, but with the introduction (and subsequent affordability) of larger and smarter TVs, projectors seem to have fallen by the wayside. However, Epson’s EH-TW5820 is one such device entertainment fans should take note of. Long-life lamp A...
New Volvo set to be SA’s top-selling EV
Volvo Car South Africa has revealed that early demand for its new fully electric EX30 has been strong, with the South African market ranking in the top ten for pre-orders in the broader Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. The Volvo EX30 – which is positioned as one of the most affordable full-size electric vehicles (EVs) in South Africa...
Huawei Watch Buds arrive in SA
Huawei’s Watch Buds watch-with-earphones has made its way to our shores. Here’s what you need to know. Huawei has introduced a new wearable to their Watch line-up in the form of the Huawei Watch Buds. It’s not a new model in the Watch range, but the most advanced iteration to date. The Watch Buds is a combination of the Chinese company’s...
Alfa Romeo unveils gorgeous supercar, will build just 33
Alfa Romeo has unveiled its new 33 Stradale, a limited-edition supercar that pays homage to the iconic 33 Stradale of the 1960s. The 33 Stradale is available as a fully electric vehicle (EV) or with an internal combustion engine (ICE). The latter is a 3,0-liter V6 twin-turbo engine with over 462 kW and an eight-speed DCT gearbox, rear-wheel drive and...
