Is your Smart Home secure? Cyber expert shares tips on how to keep devices safe
By Staff Writer 17 May 2024Smart home security systems have undoubtedly revolutionised the way we safeguard our homes, offering a sense of control and enhanced safety. However, as with any technology, the security of these systems is of... FULL STORY >
Now your home can be hacked via your lightbulb
By Ryan Noik 7 February 2020Hackers could exploit vulnerabilities in the popular ZigBee protocol to deliver ransomware or spyware to networks by compromising smart lightbulbs and their controllers, according to Checkpoint Research FULL STORY >
Discovery Channel highlights what viewers can expect for the rest of 2019
By Ryan Noik 3 June 2019Discovery Channel has loads in store for viewers for the rest of the year. This was the crux of an informal media event recently with the Discovery team, who were out from Dubai. FULL STORY >
LifeDoor invention aims to stop the spread of home fires
By Ryan Noik 2 July 2018A new invention, currently in KickStarter, is aiming to protect people from home fires and give them a better chance to evacuate. FULL STORY >
How secure are South Africa’s connected homes?
By Press Release 17 January 2018As the Internet of Things continues to increase in popularity globally, a recent survey was commissioned by Kaspersky Lab in South Africa, to gain an understanding on how secure connected homes are in the local region. FULL STORY >
Homes of the future – technology and raw natural materials combine for optimal design
By Thomas McKinnon 15 November 2016How does one create a home across all sectors that provides the optimum use of space for a convenient modern lifestyle, but is still comfortable and efficient while providing for individual needs and... FULL STORY >
Google may have new homescreen for Nexus phones in the works
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 2 August 2016According to reports, Google has a few interesting changes in mind for the Android homescreen, which it will likely port over to new Nexus devices. FULL STORY >
Hot New Trailers - 4 June 2015
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 4 June 2015There's something for everybody this week, from new Pixar film The Good Dinosaur to Indie Horror We Are Still Here, all debuting trailers for your enjoyment. FULL STORY >
Gartner says smart cities will use 1.1 billion connected things in 2015
By Staff Writer 18 March 2015Increasing urbanisation is putting unprecedented pressure on city mayors to constantly balance the challenge of resource constraints against environmental sustainability concerns. Gartner, Inc. estimates that 1.1 billion... FULL STORY >
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