Proving just as efficient as its flagship counterpart, the Samsung Galaxy S5 mini is a solid performing mid-range smartphone that sets the standard in a saturated market. FULL STORY >

Sporting better specs by the day, smartphones are a users first port of call when it comes to tech interaction. We've listed the top five that thoroughly impressed during 2014. FULL STORY >

Priced at R2 600, Acer’s Liquid Z5 gives users plenty of smartphone for a wallet friendly price tag. If value for money holds sway over your decision making, there are few better options. FULL STORY >

Nokia’s name has been dropped and re-branded as Microsoft Lumia FULL STORY >

Featuring a unique form factor purpose built for the business-focused user, the Passport is BlackBerry's latest flagship and a return to form by the once great manufacturer. FULL STORY >

Taking a cue from its hardwearing machinery, CAT's B15Q is an Android-powered companion for anyone wanting a smartphone capable of handling a little rough and tumble. FULL STORY >

With its rivals revealing new devices all around it, Apple still stole the spotlight with the unveiling of their larger display touting iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, as well as its long rumoured foray into the... FULL STORY >

Not one to be outdone, Sony unveiled a slew of new devices at IFA 2014, including the Z3 flagship smartphone, Z3 Compact, Z3 Compact Tablet, as well as two new additions to its smart wear stable. FULL STORY >

Not content with mere dominance, LG bullies contenders out the ring with the new G3. FULL STORY >

Huawei’s latest Ascend P7 smartphone is one of this year’s welcome surprises, as the phone is a clear indication that the company is upping its game. FULL STORY >

As more manufacturers turn their attention to phablet devices, Hisense is hoping to steal a march on the competition with its well-priced 6.8" Infinity Maxe X1 offering. FULL STORY >

The first smartphone to debut in 2014 from BlackBerry locally is not a new expensive flagship, but rather the entry-level Z3. Favouring function over form, the Z3 offers a utilitarian BlackBerry experience at an attractive price point. But is that enough? FULL STORY >

With the Samsung Galaxy S5 not quite the Android leader we wanted, there's room for a new flagship to assume its throne. On paper and in hand, the One (M8) from HTC could be the smartphone to do just that. FULL STORY >

Sony's hoping to capitalise on the current social network trend of taking selfies, with its latest Xperia smartphone, the C3, which features the "world's best selfie cam". But what about the rest of the unit? FULL STORY >

BlackBerry returns from its 18 month hiatus with the local launch of its new entry-level Z3 smartphone, set to retail for R3 000 and gain some ground on competitors in the South African market. FULL STORY >