Blood Donation in South Africa: 21 Years of Safer Blood, and Why Donors Still Matter
Safer blood has come from pairing scientific progress with a broader, more inclusive donor community in South Africa. Individual Donor Nucleic Acid Testing (ID-NAT), introduced nationally in 2005, changed how donated blood is screened; 21 years on, every donation...
Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 17 lands in SA
This article was first published on Recharged. Xiaomi’s new Redmi Note 17 line arrives in South Africa with three 5G phones, prices from R9 299, and a clear bet on long battery life, tougher builds, and flagship-style features at mid-range prices. The Pro Max leads...
Wild Horse Nine: a fine cast, a strange mission and plenty of heart
I went to a media screening of Wild Horse Nine knowing almost nothing about it. John Malkovich, Sam Rockwell and Steve Buscemi were all the invitation I needed — and a Tom Waits cameo sounded like a very welcome bonus. Set in Santiago in 1973, against the turmoil of...
Amazon introduces new Kindles
This article was first published on Recharged. Amazon’s redesigned Kindle family puts reading comfort at the centre, with thinner, lighter devices, flush-front displays, and new ways to turn pages. Across Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite, and Kindle Colorsoft, the most...
Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 17 lands in SA

Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 17 lands in SA

This article was first published on Recharged. Xiaomi’s new Redmi Note 17 line arrives in South Africa with three 5G phones, prices from R9 299, and a clear bet on long battery life, tougher builds, and flagship-style features at mid-range prices. The Pro Max leads...

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Amazon introduces new Kindles

Amazon introduces new Kindles

This article was first published on Recharged. Amazon’s redesigned Kindle family puts reading comfort at the centre, with thinner, lighter devices, flush-front displays, and new ways to turn pages. Across Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite, and Kindle Colorsoft, the most...

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The Asus Zenbook 14 has landed

The Asus Zenbook 14 has landed

This article was first published on Recharged. The Asus Zenbook 14 makes a compelling case that portability is about more than a lighter bag. With a 1.1kg build, OLED screen, and useful everyday connections, this Snapdragon-powered model brings together the details...

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Oppo Reno16 F first look

Oppo Reno16 F first look

This article was orignially published on Recharged. After attending the South African launch of the Oppo Reno16 F 5G, our takeaway is simple: its appeal lies in making photography easier, backed by a substantial battery. The Bubble accessory brings rear-camera framing...

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Apple AirPods 5 vs AirPods 4

Apple AirPods 5 vs AirPods 4

This article was originally published on Recharged. The Apple AirPods 5 vs Apple AirPods 4 comparison comes down to one important change: Apple has made active noise cancellation standard. Add stronger noise cancelling, redesigned acoustics, better durability, an...

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Samsung Z Fold 8 vs Z Fold 8 Ultra

Samsung Z Fold 8 vs Z Fold 8 Ultra

This article was first published on Recharged. Samsung has officially expanded its foldable family, and things are no longer quite as simple as choosing between a Fold and a Flip. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra may share a name,...

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Chery Q EV lands at R350 000 in SA

Chery Q EV lands at R350 000 in SA

This article was first published on Recharged. Electric cars are slowly becoming a more realistic option for South African motorists, and Chery is hoping to accelerate that shift with the launch of its new compact EV. The fully electric Chery Q is scheduled to arrive...

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Battle of the Buds: Apple, Huawei, Sony, Tecno

Battle of the Buds: Apple, Huawei, Sony, Tecno

This article was first published on Recharged. I don’t believe in silence. Ignoring Depeche Mode’s suggestion to enjoy the silence, I prefer to drown out my thoughts – podcasts, audiobooks, music. The only time it’s quiet is when my sleep timer stops my music at...

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Samsung Launches Mini LED TVs in SA

Samsung Launches Mini LED TVs in SA

This article was originally published on Recharged. Samsung has expanded its premium television range in South Africa with the launch of the new Mini LED M70H and M80H TVs. The models combine advanced display technology with AI-powered features designed to create more...

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