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My wife recently got one of these. She hasn’t taken it out of the box yet to try it out but thoughts on the technology?

Product description

Cost – R599 – purchase online HERE

Another innovative product is about to be released by DStv Mobile. The Walka Handheld TV is a slim, lightweight device with a 3.5” viewing screen providing digital visual and audio quality. Its introduction gives DStv Mobile subscribers even more ways to access mobile TV on the go, anywhere, anytime.
The Walka is a portable TV with no other devices required to view.

Bouquets available with the Walka:
e.mobile (free)
DStv Mobile (R36 monthly subscription)
DStv Mobile for Premium substhis includes Mnet Mobile, and generally premium subs get one subscription on all DStv Mobile devices at no extra cost)

DStv Mobile coverage is available in the 9 major cities of South Africa.

The device package consists of:
DStv Mobile Walka Handheld TV
USB Cable
USB power adaptor
Headphones
User guide/manual
Hand lanyard
Device Stand

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MyCustomers.co.za have introduced new services catering to the requirements of business owners, website owners and service or product suppliers.

Leveraging on the services of MyCustomers.co.za, business owners can now receive the feedback of their clients conveniently and efficiently, by adding a feedback tab widget to their website, a feedback link or printing a custom feedback link on their bills, business cards, signage, print ads, digital media, invoices and any other material.

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Ad Dynamo is pleased to announce the partnership with Glam Media International as their premium partner for South African inventory. Glam Media International is the 14th largest online destination worldwide and No.1 in the lifestyle category. Senior Director at Glam Media International, Julieta comments, “Glam Media International is very excited to be able to offer our product to the South Africa market and look forward to working with Ad Dynamo in a mutually profitable partnership”.

Glam Media International offers the South African advertiser the opportunity to reach a stylish, sophisticated and influential user base. With verticals such as Style, Family, Living, Entertainment, Luxury and Health and Wellness on www.glam.com and Sports, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Tech and Auto’s on www.brash.com to offer to the South African marketplace. Ad Dynamo are certain that Glam Media International with their female offering www.glam.com and male offering www.brash.com, will offer brands a welcome alternative platform to spend their budgets and reach the savvy South Africa Online user.

Sean Riley comments, “Glam Media is a world class publisher that offers advertisers the opportunity to reach a sophisticated audience in a highly targeted manner.  We’re very excited about our partnership.”

In the last few weeks there has been quite a lot of interest in this LeapPad tablet device which is aimed at kids between 4 and 9 who are looking to get into using a tablet device. Consider it a mini iPad.

The device is now available from Kalahari for R1199 and if you believe this is how kids are going to be consuming media in the coming years then maybe this is a decent investment.

You can order one now by clicking HERE and they are normally available within 24 hours of placing the order with Kalahari.

The Synopsis for the product is as follows:

Introducing the LeapFrog LeapPad Explorer Game System – Green, the personalized learning tablet just for kids with a built-in camera/video recorder. The LeapFrog LeapPad Explorer Game System – Green features:

• A library of 100+ games, digital books, videos and flash cards (works with all Leapster Explorer games and apps).
• Includes a built-in camera and video recorder 5″ touch screen for use with finger or included stylus.
• 2GB of memory, enabling it to host a robust suite of apps including: innovative UltraBook apps that provide a fully interactive, multimedia reading experience with word-by-word support and state-of-the-art gameplay
• A Story Studio to combine art, audio and writing Art, Animation and Photo studios to inspire imaginations.
• A broad curriculum including reading, mathematics, science, geography, art, music, language and culture, health and more. Plus, skill levels automatically adjust the challenge to match each child\’s pace.
• Access to see learning progress through the online LeapFrog Learning Path.
• Parents can also share their child\’s achievements, artwork and creations with loved ones. Limitless learning and endless play for children ages 4 to 9 years.

4 apps are included and the consumer can then choose from a library of up to 70 apps, games and ebooks which can be downloaded. Additional games and apps are sold separately. Some are not available until winter 2012, and may not be available in all countries. Some included apps, require an internet connection to download.

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I have included a video review – it’s about 17 minutes long – but gives you a great breakdown of the product:

In the wake of recent cyber attacks against large organisations such as Sony, Citibank, Lockheed Martin, the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), it is estimated that 60% of South African businesses are not insured for cyber attacks and are also not aware that this type of insurance exists.

This is according to Jonathan Healy, Account Manager for Professional Risks at Aon Risk Solutions, who says that cyber crime costs global economies an estimated $100 billion a year. “These attacks, coupled with the liability claims that they might encounter, can leave local businesses in ruins if they are not properly insured against cyber crime.”

Healy says that phishing volumes have increased in South Africa, making the country one of the leading targets of cyber criminals in 2011. Recent statistics have revealed that South Africa is the third most attacked country globally, with 7.5% of attack volumes.

He explains that there are in fact insurance products available to protect businesses exposed to a virus or hacking attack. “If a company database containing personal information is compromised by a virus or hacking attack, the extent of the damage can be far reaching. If a client can verify that they have suffered a loss due to the data breach, they may hold the company responsible for the loss.” He also says that while liability policies generally only respond to third party claims, certain cyber liability policies will also provide first party cover.
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XConnect, the leader in next-generation interconnection and ENUM-directory services, today announced it has launched the global Video Interconnection Exchange (VIE) – the world’s first neutral federation for exchanging video calls across networks, operators, service providers, B2B exchanges and vendors.

With multiple applications, services and platforms, video communications is a thriving but fragmented community. VIE (pronounced “Vee”) will resolve interoperability and interconnection challenges by enabling secure, scalable and multi-protocol interworking between disparate video communities, exchanges, networks and devices.

VIE will make video calling as easy as making a voice call – whether using a laptop, desktop, tablet or mobile phone – from anywhere in the world.
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The recent clamour for stakes in social networking companies has highlighted the growing trend by investors to invest in what they believe will be ‘the next big thing’ in this burgeoning industry. However, Paul Whitburn, analyst at asset management company, RE:CM, says that while there will undoubtedly be some winners among these companies, there is currently very little margin of safety in these shares and they should be treated with caution by investors who cannot afford potentially large capital losses.

Shares of social networking site, LinkedIn, jumped nearly 90% on its first day of public trading, pushing the market capitalisation of the company to about $8bn, trading at 12 times revenue with only $16mil of net profit in 2010. Whitburn says this type of speculation raises concerns that the social network investment trend is starting to mirror the late 1990s IT bubble.
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The new BlackBerry offering is now available from South African retailer Kalahari.Net.

The device is offered in 2 different models namely 64GB and 32GB.

You can order the 64GB version for R8,727.95 by clicking HERE

OR

You can order the 32GB version for R 7619.95 by clicking HERE

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SA’s group buying leader, Cape Town-based Groupon is continuing to set new standards for the e-commerce industry. The global group buying powerhouse launched in Bloemfontein this week, extending its reach in the local SA market and bringing quality deals to every corner of SA.

Since its inception in February earlier this year, Groupon has grown from only offering deals within Cape Town to spreading the group buying joy to JHB, Durban, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth and now Bloemfontein, with no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Due to its success at providing a multitude of benefits for both customers and business owners, Groupon now sits in the top 3 e-commerce sites in SA. This title has caused Groupon SA to take it upon itself to set high standards for South Africa’s social commerce space, a responsibility the team takes very seriously. Groupon is also now featured in the top 50 sites in SA – a feat achieved within only 13 weeks.

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South Africa today saw the official launch of a group buying site with the largest social media-based community in the country. With over 120,000 Facebook fans across four city-specific pages and one national page, CityMob – www.CityMob.co.za – offers a fresh take on the hot consumer trend of group buying*.

“We want to refresh the group buying category with a distinct focus on quality, community and strategic partnerships,” said Luke Jedeikin, sales and marketing director at CityMob. “Group buying is primarily a social activity and in building consumer and retailer loyalty, we believe in mutual respect and consistently sharing local insights.”

Respect and quality
The type of offers to be made available to CityMob members will include a wide range of unique experiences, form local adventures and concerts to educational courses and cultural events. Each one of them has been respectfully negotiated with local vendors, service providers or event organisers looking to differentiate themselves in the marketplace and with terms that are beneficial to CityMob members, as well as the participating organisations.

“Whether a resident or a tourist, it is much easier to enjoy a city when great advice is provided,” added Jedeikin. “From the start, our fans and local vendors will appreciate that we do things differently, and from our community of city enthusiasts, CityMob is able to source specials on some of the best things to do in and around the city.”

Strategic partnerships
“CityMob believes that more professionalism and respect are required in the group buying category, particularly when it comes to negotiating with vendors,” added Jedeikin. “Creating value begins with great relationships, and that includes the companies and brands that see the opportunity to participate in conversations amongst communities of city enthusiasts.”

‘Mobsters’ across SA
Over the past couple of years, CityMob has curated several city-specific pages on Facebook based on the vision to create free and open forums for people to share experiences, tips and insights on what is happening in their city. With the launch of CityMob.co.za, several dedicated communities of city ‘mobsters’ will also be developed around the country in the coming months; starting with Mother City, and followed by other cities throughout year, including Johannesburg, Durban and Port Elizabeth.

*According to Trendwatching.com, group buying is revolutionising local retail with friends, fans and followers an increasingly powerful force in influencing the degree to which consumers discover, discuss and purchase goods and services.