LG’s Optimus G has hit local shores a bit late. But thanks to its premium feel in hand and decent specs it makes for a capable device worth considering. FULL STORY >

BlackBerry Q5 smartphone becomes locally available from South African mobile operators. FULL STORY >

The Monster lineup boasts a less costly headphone option in the Ncredible N-Tune, but does this headset still pack the premium sound users are used to from the audio company? FULL STORY >

With more than 700 000 apps available for Android smartphones at Google Play, TechSmart would like to help you get to the good ones first. Here are our top Android Apps of the month. FULL STORY >

Monster takes on former audio partner Beats by Dr Dre's Executive headphones via its Inspiration over-the-ears headphones. FULL STORY >

The Carcharias headset forms part of Razer's professional gaming arsenal. Does it have enough feature bullets in the chamber to take out all other gaming headset rivals? FULL STORY >

TechSmart manages to get some hands-on time with Sony's latest Xperia smartphone, the large screen format Xperia Z Ultra. FULL STORY >

Sony unveils its forthcoming Xperia Z Ultra smartphone which will tangle with the likes of the Galaxy Mega 6.3 in the large screen smartphone arena. FULL STORY >

Sony reveals its dual-SIM Xperia C smartphone that will offer plenty of feature bang for its anticipated pricetag of R3 000 when it launches locally in September. FULL STORY >

Gartner revises its worldwide device PCs, tablets, and mobile phones shipment forecast for 2013. FULL STORY >

It's tough being the middle child, but Nokia's midrange Lumia 720 aims to capture buyers affections via a good looking design and great camera tech. FULL STORY >

Nokia announces Mail for Exchange for Asha phones as well as the availability of the Editori text and sheet apps. FULL STORY >

Samsung reveals its new Galaxy S4 zoom camera phone that aims to bring compact camera functionality to the smartphone. FULL STORY >

Nokia and Vodacom make operator billing available as an alternative apps payment option for Vodacom subscribers. FULL STORY >

Apple finally announces iOS 7, the new iteration of its mobile platform for iPhones, iPads, and iPod touches. FULL STORY >