Telkom officially threw down the gauntlet to mobile operators this week, launching its new FreeMe offering at a glitzy dinner in Hyde Park. FULL STORY >

Corning has unveiled its latest batch of screens for mobile devices, the Gorilla Glass 5, stating that it improves on touch sensitivity, durability and damage resistance. FULL STORY >

The latest Apple iPhone 7 rumours suggest a third smartphone variant is in the works, a Pro model sporting dual cameras on the rear. FULL STORY >

Set to arrive Stateside in September this year, specifications for Motorola's 2016 entry-level Moto E appear. FULL STORY >

Bringing with it seven entry-level devices, AG Mobile together with the Long Walk To Freedom Project, aim to donate 1 million Freedom-branded devices to children across Africa. FULL STORY >

Amongst all the misinterpretations about BlackBerry and their BB10 strategy, Marty Beard, COO of BlackBerry, has put out an informative media alert to iron out the creases FULL STORY >

Not simply about real estate, phablets must be efficient devices in and out of the office, as well as sport great cameras and specs. We see how the Huawei Mate 8 and Apple iPhone 6s Plus measure up. FULL STORY >

No longer leveraging the designs of other smartphone makers, rumours suggest Google will have a non-Nexus branded device ready for release sometime this year. FULL STORY >

Putting its Chinese rivals to shame, the Freedom 251 could be the best value for money smartphone to date at $4. FULL STORY >

On a recent trip to Huawei’s headquarters in Shenzhen, China, TechSmart’s Mike Joubert found a company ready for a fight to the top. FULL STORY >

The Xperia X from Sony has plenty of enviable elements, but a R12 000 price tag (32 GB) means it's not the best value for money option available at the moment. FULL STORY >

Those hoping for a redesign when Apple debuts the iPhone 7 could be disappointed, as The Wall Street Journal confirms reports that upcoming device will look like the iPhone 6s. FULL STORY >

Following the global release of the P9 and P9 Plus, Huawei's market share has grown to 8.5% worldwide. Is the Chinese manufacturer ready to take on the biggest players? FULL STORY >

Keen for a bit of handheld gaming nostalgia? If you have an Android device, Hyperkin's Smart Bot accessory could be what you're looking for. FULL STORY >

The Pop Star is the other half of Alcatel's new entry-level to mid-range offerings, but its lack of LTE could prove a true hurdle down the line. FULL STORY >