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New report reveals why South Africans can’t go more than an hour without their cellphones

A recent survey by Adoozy said 72% of South Africans have used their mobile phone to escape a dangerous situation.

Sunday Tribune Lifestyle
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Seven mistakes that exposes your personal life to online stalkers

People need to take steps to protect themselves when they use their smartphones, to avoid being exposed to online stalkers.

Tech Gadgets
Dhivana Rajgopaul|Published

Smartphone battery-draining habits you need to kick

Did you know that you could be draining your smartphone’s battery without knowing it? Here are a few habits that could be depleting your phone battery.

Tech Gadgets
Dhivana Rajgopaul|Published

Harsh weather conditions - rise in claims after bad Western Cape weather

There has been a rise in claims, following the inclement weather in parts of the Western Cape, according to Santam.

Business Advice
Dhivana Rajgopaul|Published

Going away this long Easter weekend? Here are some tips to get you there safely

South African motorists have been urged to practise road safety ahead of the Easter long weekend.

News South Africa
Thobeka Mthembu|Published

GPS war: Israel's battle to keep drones flying and enemies baffled

Israeli forces have had to adapt their drone technology to counter-defence Hamas GPS jamming signals as the war between Israel and Hamas wages on.

News World
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Bolt’s new feature enhances rider and driver safety

Offline trips occur when riders take trips without using the Bolt app’s online features in ways such as a driver negotiating a different fair price with the rider, which may expose them to several concerns.

Daily News News
Daily News Reporter|Published

Travelling with kids this holiday? How to make your road trip easier and safer

For those travelling with young children the journey can be quite challenging. Here are some tips for making the car journey safer and easier:

Motoring Industry News
Supplied|Published

Safety tips to navigate bad weather

Heavy rains and adverse weather conditions that have impacted parts of Johannesburg over the last few days.

Personal Finance Insurance
Staff Reporter|Published

A BMW that drives itself: Level 3 hands-free driving option to be offered in Germany

BMW’s Level 3 Personal Pilot will allow drivers to take their focus off the wheel for the first time, but for now it’s only available in Germany.

Motoring Industry News
Staff Reporter|Published

Google Maps may have directed US tourist straight into dangerous township

Three international tourists were attacked in separate incidents in the past week

Weekend Argus News
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Which Xiaomi smartwatch or fitness band is best for you?

If you're looking for a more advanced smartwatch, you should also consider the features available.

Tech Gadgets
Kyle Venktess|Published

Father creates an app to help with issue of missing children

Cape Town - Kidnappings, human trafficking and missing persons could be seeing the numbers decreasing with the evolution of a facial recognition, biometrics APP which will assist in tracing and tracking people with the use of GPS, location, a photograph and a press of a finger.

Weekend Argus News
Genevieve Serra|Published