What was ‘The Big Hack’, and how likely are Bloomberg’s claims?
October 12, 2018
In a new report, Bloomberg Businessweek has claimed that major tech firms have been compromised in an unprecedented hack. How likely are these claims, and could they even be possible? I explore.
What is SIM-swap fraud, and how can I keep myself safe?
October 7, 2018
SIM-swap fraud is rapidly increasing in South Africa - I explore what this phenomenon is, and how you can keep yourself safe.
Why haven’t smartwatches caught on?
October 5, 2018
Wearables may have carved out their own appeal - but why haven't smartwatches caught on? I explore why we haven't yet found the ideal product just yet.
How WhatsApp’s newest changes are designed to fight fake news
July 25, 2018
WhatsApp has introduced a number of new improvements, and several have now been designed to tackle fake news. The question remains, however; will these changes be enough?
Do we really need DeX, EMUI Desktop, and Microsoft’s Continuum?
July 22, 2018
Mobile device manufacturers have been quick to offer smartphone-to-PC systems, but do we really need them? Bryan Smith weighs in!
Synology DS218 Play review: The everyman’s NAS
May 14, 2018
For first-timers, purchasing and setting up a NAS can be an overwhelming endeavour. I take the Synology DS218 Play for a spin and unpack why NAS drives are still an enticing option.
5 common smartphone frustrations, and how to fix them
March 4, 2018
Bryan Smith joins Expresso Show to discuss ways to resolve five common smartphone frustrations that frequently plague users!
Four tech terms you need to know about in 2018
January 19, 2018
I joined SABC 3’s Expresso Show to unpack four major tech terms you need to know about in 2018 – from blockchain to virtual reality!
The Last Jedi was the first Star Wars film to leave me with mixed feelings
December 15, 2017
Episode VIII, The Last Jedi, is the first Star Wars film to see me exit the cinema without a clear sense of the saga.
Why I’ve grown to love Bixby, even though it’s not perfect
October 8, 2017
Though Bixby is nowhere near perfect, the digital assistant does have a novel use case and some interesting features.
Discussing SpaceX’s city-to-city rocket system on SABC 3’s Expresso Show
October 8, 2017
Bryan Smith joins Expresso Show to discuss SpaceX’s plans to debut planet-hopping travel through the use of an interplanetary rocket system.
What is government doing to make internet access cheaper in South Africa?
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August 27, 2017
South African government has made several overtures to reduce the cost of internet access and data, but will any be effective? I weigh in!
Talking NASA, Android Go & more on SABC 3’s Expresso Show
July 20, 2017
I recently had the awesome opportunity to discuss NASA's DART initiative, Android Go and much more with Katlego Maboe on SABC 3's Expresso Show.
For emerging markets, the arrival of Android Go is huge
May 18, 2017
Where Android One never truly took off, Google has revealed Android Go – a potential game-changer for smartphones in emerging markets.
Rogue One Review: The Foundations Of Hope
December 15, 2016
Rogue One is arguably the film Star Wars fans have always wanted and, up until now, haven't gotten. Spoilers follow in my review!
Uitsig Neighbourhood Watch and Deep Blue Security help recover stolen vehicle moments after theft
November 22, 2016
The UNW and Deep Blue Security together managed to recover the stolen vehicle of a Marina da Gama resident.
Why I’m more hyped about Rogue One than Force Awakens
August 12, 2016
As a life-long Star Wars fan, I can't contain my excitement about Rogue One, and I find myself even more excited for it than I was for the Force Awakens.
Weekly update: Apple vs the FBI, Samsung & more
March 12, 2016
In this weekly update for the 5th-12th March, I talk about my view on Apple vs the FBI, Samsung's #TheNextGalaxy event, and the Cape Town comedy club.
On a return to personal writing
March 8, 2016
It's been some time since I made a return to personal writing; my last article on my personal site of yore was posted approximately two years ago. Here, I hope to get back to reflexive prose.
Violence in Vrygrond: Taxi violence erupts, roads closed
September 16, 2014
Early morning on Tuesday the 16th of September saw a series of armed protests occur on Vrygrond Avenue, reaching into Prince George Drive and Oudevlei road, in Muizenberg, Cape Town.
Evening at Zandvlei: A Photo Essay
May 12, 2014
For a University assignment, I created a photo series around an evening sunset at Zandvlei Estuary, near Muzienberg, Cape Town. This series focussed on the marine habitat and wildlife.
An Evening of Fire and Light
March 14, 2014
I had the pleasure of attending an evening of fire dancing and light painting with the University of Cape Town's Photographic Society. This a small selection of snaps from an incredible experience.
A Look Back at the DA/Agang One Night Stand
February 6, 2014
South Africans endured a great deal this week; not only did we have to handle the Facebook birthday celebration through Look Back, we also navigated the one night stand between parties Agang SA and the DA.
Column: Don’t Call Me A Millennial
January 6, 2014
Don't associate my skin with any of this new-age interconnectedness pseudo-liberal destiny's child crap. I'm not "Millennial". I'm old, god dammit. I was born an entire century ago - don't throw me in the Millennial group.
The Problem with Masculinity
November 9, 2013
The issue we deal with in our time is not the fault of femininity - it's the fault of masculinity, it's inability to change, and, centrally, the difficulty of defining what the term masculinity actually represents.
The ‘Bugger All’ Degree
September 2, 2013
When I first arrived at the University of Cape Town as a fresher in the summer of 2012, I don’t believe I had the faintest idea of the stigma surrounding a general Bachelor of Arts degree.
Gay Rights group stages Kiss-In in Cape Town City Centre
August 24, 2013
The morning of Friday, August 23rd saw the Cape Town LGBTIAQ community organise a kiss-in protest, demonstrating against anti-gay laws in the build up to the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympic Games.
Underrated: The music of video games
January 16, 2013
Time and time again have composers met - and risen above - the challenges imposed on them in the video game industry, churning out not mundane trinkets of flower music, but fully fledged miniature symphonies.
First Year at UCT: The Survival Guide
November 19, 2012
My years at UCT were some of the best of my life so far; here's a quick guide on what you need to know to survive university!
We Don’t Need Leaders. We Need Visionaries.
January 8, 2012
Leaders can command a nation in hate as well as love; and often build pillars of change upon the sand. In this modern world, a leader is no longer satisfactory; we require visionaries to steer us forward.