In arguably this year’s most eye-raising acquisition to date, Facebook has acquired popular messaging service WhatsApp for a cool $19 billion (R190 billion). FULL STORY >

Following its announcement last week that six South Africans had made it into the semi-finals of its Africa Connected competition, Google has now announced the ten finalists, amongst which one is a South African. FULL STORY >

The E-Panda is the latest to join an already strong lineup of music and gaming headphones from Razer. We see how it lives up to the Kraken name. FULL STORY >

Deputy Minister, Michael Masutha of the Department of Science and Technology to address delegates next month at the IT Leaders Africa Summit FULL STORY >

Kaspersky Internet Security – multi-device 2014 is a new security product that provides premium protection for the world’s most commonly-used devices. FULL STORY >

A recent report from research firm Gartner notes that smartphone sales has overtaken feature phone sales for the first time ever. FULL STORY >

There have been a number of terrific compacts begging for eye-time the past few weeks, with the most difficult decision being which should grace your hip. FULL STORY >

It is now being reported that Apple has designs on expanding beyond the living room, with sources detailing future plans of entering cardiac monitors and electric cars. FULL STORY >

Forget about giving all your money to the Seattle Coffee shop; coffee making machines have lifted the convenience of a self-made cup of brew to an artform, provided that you have the right machine. Here are some of the best. FULL STORY >

With research stating that there are 7500 bacteria per swab on your keyboard, 2100 more than a toilet seat, don’t you think it’s about time to give it a good clean? Durable has solutions for this, and dirty PCs in general. FULL STORY >

South African comics still have a long way to go before making an international breakthrough, but SA’s star is on the rise with some fantastic creators who are currently working with US-based comic companies. Comic book guru Moray Rhoda investigates. FULL STORY >

Canon’s EOS 70D is not just a welcome followup to the 60D, it also surpasses its line and could serve as a viable alternative for the much loved 7D. FULL STORY >

Canon has unveiled its newest addition to its entry-level DLSR stable, the EOS 1200D. FULL STORY >

Nokia has announced the release of its first batch of SA-bound smartphones for 2014. This latest installment sees the arrival of the hot 6” Lumia 1520, and the cheaper Asha 500, 502 and 503 devices. FULL STORY >

Motorola Solutions’ Safer Cities event in Cape Town highlighted the importance of more efficient use of technology to ensure that the cities in which people live are both more smartly managed and safer. FULL STORY >