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WATCH: OpenAI's new 'Operator' can handle mundane web tasks like filling out forms, ordering items
The new AI program aims to help people save time on everyday tasks while opening up new engagement opportunities for businesses.
WhatsApp to stop working on these Android phones from January 2025
WhatsApp will end support for over 20 older Android phones, including popular models like the Samsung Galaxy S3 and Motorola Moto G (1st Gen), starting January 1, 2025.
How South Africa’s new IT Standard will impact financial institutions
As third-party software reliance grows, South African financial institutions must strengthen IT risk management to comply with new regulations, potentially facing penalties for non-compliance.
Apple rolls out AI features and launches R17 million bug bounty for private cloud security
Apple has finally started releasing the highly anticipated artificial intelligence (AI) features for iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices with the iOS18. 1 software update, weeks after announcing the feature when launching its new iPhone 16 series in September.
AI risk management - How software escrow safeguards financial institutions
South Africa is set to regulate AI, and software escrow is emerging as a critical tool for mitigating risks in financial services. Learn why this safeguard is becoming essential.
Converse with ChatGPT: The AI that now speaks your language
Four months after OpenAI first announced the feature at a product launch event, the company has now released the highly anticipated ChatGPT voice assistant to all its subscribed users.
Smart living: AI-driven convenience for everyday life
Artificial intelligence is usually praised for its ability to simplify some of the most complex activities, from coding to medical diagnosis, scientific research and even creative writing. However AI tools also continue to reshape how we approach daily mundane tasks, often saving us time and effort.
iOS 18 is here: A look into a few new features for your iPhone
After over three months of beta testing, iOS 18 has finally been widely released to the public and these are some features that only Apple brand loyalists can be excited about, because if we’re being honest, most of them have been a part of Android phones for years.
First weekend pre-sales for Phone 16 Pro models getting lower demand than anticipated
According to pre-order analysis from tech industry trends analyst Ming Chi-Kuo, Apple is facing less demand for iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max than expected. The base models iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus have had more pre-sales compared to last year’s numbers, though.
From ‘wow’ to ‘meh!’ Opinions divided on new Apple iPhone 16 range
On Monday, September 9, Apple unveiled a range of new technology that features some impressive updates the company hopes will convince customers to upgrade their devices and was met with mixed emotions from both influenced and unimpressed consumers.
Picture perfect! The iPhone 16’s camera presents new ways to capture memories
More notably, is the new Camera Control button on the side of the device which is meant to elevate the camera experience on the iPhone 16 lineup. This dedicated button is an innovative integration of both hardware and software to make it even easier to capture moments and memories.
This is what caused Facebook and Instagram outages
Meta platforms Facebook, Instagram, Messenger and Threads, experienced a widespread outage on Tuesday, leaving users unable to access their accounts.
Massive outage strikes MetroFibre network across SA. These are the provinces affected
Fibre network operator MetroFibre was hit by a widespread network outage, disrupting services for numerous fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) customers in at least four provinces of South Africa.
WhatsApp rolls out new updates for Mac, Android, and iOS Apps
In its ongoing efforts to enhance user experience, communication platform WhatsApp has released a series of updates across various platforms, introducing new features and improvements aimed at optimising messaging functionality.
Samsung’s latest flip phone, another flippin icon
Many couldn’t be blamed for mistaking flip phones for being just a fad from the 2000s.
Logitech and Microsoft work together to create inclusive meeting experiences
The reliability of Logitech solutions has helped many companies make progress in the world of digital and hybrid collaboration without disruptions.
Samsung and Tshimologong Precinct celebrate latest graduates of App Factory software skills development programme
Samsung and Wits University’s Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct recently celebrated the graduation of the third cohort of its successful App Factory.
Understanding copyright and infringement of cloud-based software
OPINION: Software enjoys intellectual property protection afforded by copyright. Copyright subsists automatically in an original work that is reduced to material form, write Dina Biagio and Patrick o’ Brien.
Apple launches iOS 16 to make your iPhone more personal
Apple has launched iOS 16 to turn your iPhone into a more personal device, that brings the biggest update ever to the Lock Screen, the ability to edit and collaborate in Messages, new tools in Mail, and more ways to interact with photos and video.
TikTok adds AI image generator
TikTok has launched its own artificial intelligence image generator.
Apple releases first public betas of iOS 16, iPadOS 16
The beta versions of iOS 16 has new features including a redesigned Lock Screen with support for widgets and additional customisation, the ability to edit or delete iMessages, and an Apple Pay Later instalment plan.
Hacker claims to have stolen 1 billion records of Chinese citizens from police
Anonymous internet user, “ChinaDan”, posted on a hacker forum offering to sell the more than 23 terabytes (TB) of data for 10 bitcoin saying he procured personal information from the Shanghai police on one billion Chinese citizens.
China uses AI software to improve its surveillance capabilities
Dozens of entities in China have, over the past four years, bought software, known as “one person, one file” – technology that improves on software that collects data but leaves it to people to organise.
Massive discounts on Microsoft software in Godeal24’s Women’s Day sale
Online store Godeal24 specialises in selling used software licences that are not subject to subscription restrictions great deals.
A wealth of opportunities await in Cape Town, Africa’s DigiTech Hub
Cape Town is the undisputed DigiTech hub of Africa and a leading location for technology start-ups, venture capital deals and software companies.