Due to Edward Snowden’s revelations, for the first time in twenty years, federal agencies have been asked to stay away from Def Con. FULL STORY >

As an ultrabook the Lenovo ThinkPad Twist will provide the business-ready performance expected from it, with the added benefit of its twistable screen. Just remember that at 1.58 kg, this unit is bulkier and heavier than regular tablets. It is available in... FULL STORY >

Nokia aims to put the MEGA back in megapixel with the unveiling of the much rumoured Lumia 1020 smartphone, which sports a massive 41 MP rear-facing camera. FULL STORY >

This week in the Gaming News Round-up: GTA V and Assassin's Creed IV receive gameplay videos, it’s Steam sale time, plus a new Ratchet and Clank coming. FULL STORY >

Not sure yet whether you should go see The Lone Ranger this weekend? Here are our top 5 reasons to watch it. FULL STORY >

A crowd-funding drive is underway to develop Heml.is, a messaging app that its founders claim will offer unbreakable levels of privacy. FULL STORY >

If you are wondering what new tech products are standing out from the crowd of late, here are our picks. FULL STORY >

SanDisk’s Extreme USB 3.0 flash drive costs a pretty penny but offers Usain Bolt like transfer speeds, data encryption and password protection for your money. FULL STORY >

In this week’s Gaming News Round-up: Destiny’s E3 walkthrough video is made available, Sierra ventures to Kickstarter, and Saints Row celebrates Independence Day. FULL STORY >

Mitsubishi reveals a feature upgrade for its Lancer 2.0 GLS sedan, bringing more spec bang for local buyers' bucks. FULL STORY >

Toyota's luxury arm - Lexus - aims to take on its German rivals (Mercedes-Benz C-class, BMW 3-Series, Audi A4) via its new IS 350. FULL STORY >

Ubisoft has confirmed that its database of users' details has been hacked, and has urged those with an account to change their passwords right away. FULL STORY >

Microsoft's latest Windows desktop operating system is now doing service on more computers worldwide than Windows Vista. FULL STORY >

There are few things as South African as the Big 5, biltong, Currie Cup rugby and the weekend braai. Also included in this list is the hallowed double cab bakkie. Here are our top 5 choices. FULL STORY >

IHS iSuppli presents its research on the global shipment figures for the top notebook PC original design manufacturers during Q1 2013. FULL STORY >