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    Marcé Heath

    To the lecturer at university who told her she wouldn’t be able to make a career writing tech as a niche beat. Good thing she didn’t choose something more ‘traditional’. These days Marcé writes about all things tech – hardware, apps, gaming, future trends and mobility – for a variety of platforms.
    opinion

    Netflix’s failures could be DStv’s opportunity

    Marcé Heath, 27/11/2024 4 min read
    When Jake Paul squared off against Mike Tyson in a much-anticipated boxing match, millions of fans worldwide turned to the...
    opinion

    How I turned my iPhone into a ‘dumb phone’

    Marcé Heath, 21/10/2024 0 5 min read
    These days, there’s a growing temptation to step back and reclaim a bit of simplicity, especially when it comes to...
    opinion

    Google’s ad monopoly is starving journalism

    Marcé Heath, 24/09/2024 0 4 min read
    The ongoing antitrust trial against Google isn’t just a legal fight, it’s a battle for the survival of journalism in...
    opinion

    The most practical baby travel gadget

    Marcé Heath, 30/08/2024 0 3 min read
    Before I became a parent, I often found myself perplexed by the chaotic scenes of travelling with kids – especially...
    opinion

    The hidden costs of AI

    Marcé Heath, 16/07/2024 0 3 min read
    Artificial Intelligence, or AI, often seen as the future of technology, is changing everything from healthcare to finance. But as...
    opinion

    Apple’s big bet on AI, and its effects

    Marcé Heath, 19/06/2024 0 3 min read
    Apple’s recent announcement at the WWDC 2024 to integrate OpenAI’s ChatGPT into its ecosystem, branded as ‘Apple Intelligence’, marks a...
    opinion

    Samsung’s “UnCrush” ad is a missed opportunity for genuine commentary

    Marcé Heath, 23/05/2024 0 4 min read
    Samsung has jumped into the fray surrounding Apple’s controversial “Crush!” ad with a campaign of its own, aptly named “UnCrush.”...
    7.3
    reviews

    Review: Tecno Spark 20

    Marcé Heath, 21/05/2024 2 3 min read
    The Tecno Spark 20 is a fresh addition to the brand’s entry-level lineup, designed to deliver solid performance and essential...
    opinion

    Balancing screen time and nurturing language

    Marcé Heath, 26/04/2024 0 3 min read
    It’s one thing being responsible for your own healthy tech habits but throw in a little human, who will grow...
    opinion

    Back to the Future: Handheld gaming is making a comeback

    Marcé Heath, 17/01/2024 0 3 min read
    Last week, the annual Consumer Electronics Show descended upon Las Vegas in the United States. We can always bet on...
    apps, lifestyle

    Showmax app relaunch and pricing

    Marcé Heath, 16/01/2024 0 3 min read
    In a bold move aiming to reshape streaming in Africa, the highly-anticipated new Showmax has made its grand entrance. A...
    opinion

    South Africa’s Secondhand Car Boom

    Marcé Heath, 14/12/2023 0 3 min read
    In a year that saw its fair share of challenges, WeBuyCars kept the wheels turning. It showed resilience in the...
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    EVs

    • electric
    Living Electric: Geely E2
    Nafisa Akabor, 25/06/2026
    The Geely E2 was launched in April 2026 as South Africa’s cheapest EV and currently holds that title. At R339...
    Fuel For Change: Why South Africa’s EV Market Is Gaining Speed
    Nafisa Akabor, 24/06/2026 0
    South Africa’s new energy vehicle (NEV) debate has shifted from climate talk into the hard economics of geo­politics, fuel volatility and consumer survival. It...
    Living Electric: Toyota RAV4 PHEV
    Nafisa Akabor, 12/06/2026 0
    The Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid launched recently in Cape Town. Recharged as in attendance, where we sampled a few models...
    Driven: Lexus RZ
    Nafisa Akabor, 10/06/2026 0
    Toyota, the world’s largest carmaker, stands out from its competitors by prioritising hybrids over battery electric vehicles. It has what...
    Toyota launches next-gen RAV4
    Nafisa Akabor, 04/06/2026
    Toyota South Africa previewed the next-gen RAV4 at its inaugural Toyota Matsuri event recently at the Kyalami race track and...
    A crossroads on electric avenue
    Nafisa Akabor, 30/05/2026 0
    The transition to New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) in South Africa has now moved from a boardroom “what if” situation, to...
    iCaur launches in SA and V23 price reveal
    Nafisa Akabor, 29/05/2026
    There’s been a lot of hype around the new iCaur brand, which falls under the Chery Group in South Africa....
    Driven: Leapmotor C10 REEV
    Nafisa Akabor, 24/05/2026 0
    Just over 1 000 battery electric vehicles were sold in South Africa in 2025, according to Naamsa data, but the plug-in...

    Reviews

    • reviews
    Bullet Review: SanDisk Extreme Fit
    Nafisa Akabor, 12/06/2026 2
    The SanDisk Extreme Fit is tiny USB-C drive that’s designed to stay in your laptop. It comes in various sizes,...
    8.6
    Review: Saros
    MJ Khan, 08/06/2026
    There are certain games I admire more than I enjoyed playing, like liking the idea of a fruit bowl more...
    7.0
    Review: Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream
    MJ Khan, 25/05/2026
    Tomodachi Life was Nintendo’s strangest success stories on the Nintendo 3DS. Released in 2013 as the follow-up to the Japan-exclusive...
    7.7
    Review: Honor Magic 8 Pro
    Nafisa Akabor, 19/05/2026
    The Honor Magic 8 Pro came to South Africa in March 2026 at a price of R27 999. It is...
    9.5
    Review: Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup in Bellabel Park
    MJ Khan, 04/05/2026
    When I reviewed Super Mario Bros. Wonder over two years ago, I shared that it stands as “a testament to...
    9.2
    Review: Pokémon Pokopia
    MJ Khan, 10/04/2026
    I’ll start with a small admission. I don’t usually review games I haven’t finished. It’s part of the discipline. Play...
    8.7
    Review: MacBook Neo
    Nafisa Akabor, 26/03/2026
    The MacBook Neo is one of Apple’s most talked about releases in years. It’s being touted as a student laptop...
    9.2
    Review: Oppo Reno15 Pro
    Martha van Zyl, 05/03/2026
    I’ll say it upfront: I’m lazy. Comfortably, stubbornly lazy. Which is why I’ve been using an iPhone for years. It...

    ADVICE

    • advice
    Scam warning ahead of FIFA World Cup
    Nafisa Akabor, 05/06/2026
    As millions of fans worldwide are preparing for the FIFA World Cup, cybercriminals are exploiting this interest. Kaspersky experts have...
    How to: Disable Gemini on Gmail
    Nafisa Akabor, 29/01/2026
    Google has been rolling out Gemini on Gmail to integrate more AI features to help with productivity. There’s a good...
    Samsung Z Fold 7 vs Honor Magic V5
    Martha van Zyl, 27/01/2026
    Foldables are no longer niche tech curiosities; they’re serious productivity machines and lifestyle statements. Samsung’s latest Galaxy Z Fold 7...
    Top 5: Earbuds with Live Translate
    Martha van Zyl, 13/01/2026
    Imagine walking through a busy market in Tokyo or Buenos Aires and having real-time translation play right in your ears....
    How to avoid Black Friday scams
    Nafisa Akabor, 17/11/2025
    Remember how back in the day, we used to see fake Takealot ads on Facebook? And people fall for it...
    How to blacklist a stolen phone
    Nafisa Akabor, 26/08/2025
    Living in South Africa means there’s a higher than average chance our phones may get stolen. I had mine stolen...
    DHgate Review from South Africa
    Nafisa Akabor, 15/05/2025
    After being flooded with TikToks about DHgate, I knew I had to test it. Since the US tariff war intensified...
    DJI Neo vs DJI Flip
    Yenziwe Ngwenya, 14/05/2025
    Drones are slowly becoming a must-have for content creators. Whether you’re a filmmaker or just getting started with vlogging, everyone...
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