Monthly SA tech newsletter - March 2023

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Megan Ellis
April 04, 2023

Here's a quick recap of some of the biggest news and reviews from March

News

PSA: Syntech issues voluntary recall on specific GIZZU portable power stations - htxt

Local GIZZU distributor Syntech says two models of portable power station have been overheating, following reports from customers.

https://htxt.co.za/2023/03/13/psa-syntech-issues-voluntary-recall-on-specific-gizzu-portable-power-stations/

Oppo launches Find N2 Flip in South Africa: price and details

Oppo has announced the launch of its Find N2 Flip smartphone in South Africa, bringing another foldable device to the local market. The company held the launch of its new device at an event in Joha…

https://meggwrites.com/2023/03/31/oppo-find-n2-flip-south-africa-price/

Netflix partners with UNESCO to reimagine African folktales - htxt

Filmmakers from across Africa were given $90 000 to reimagine Africa's myths and legends by Netflix and UNESCO.

https://htxt.co.za/2023/03/20/netflix-partners-with-unesco-to-reimagine-african-folktales/

EcoFlow launches new portable power stations in South Africa to combat loadshedding

The River 2 and Delta 2 series of portable power stations are available in South Africa. Find out more about the devices and their pricing here.

https://meggwrites.com/2023/03/20/ecoflow-delta-2-river-2-loadshedding-portable-power-stations/

Reviews

Asus ROG Phone 6 review: A true phone for gamers

The ROG Phone 6 is built with gamers in mind and it shows.

https://meggwrites.com/2023/03/31/asus-rog-phone-6-review/

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Reviewed - Maturity Looks Good - Reframed

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a do-all smartphone made for the power creative that builds on the already impressive S22 Ultra.

https://reframed.co/samsung-galaxy-s23-ultra-reviewed-maturity-looks-good/

Destiny 2: Lightfall review: A game of 20 new questions - htxt

Bungie wanted to give Destiny 2: Lightfall the flavour of an 80s action flick but that tone doesn't work considering the stakes.

https://htxt.co.za/2023/03/13/destiny-2-lightfall-review-a-game-of-20-new-questions/

Features

Why I use Authy for 2FA

Here's why I prefer using Authy

https://www.nafisa.co.za/why-i-use-authy/

How to calculate how much energy your home uses - htxt

Knowing how much energy your home uses is a requirement when considering a move to solar power.

https://htxt.co.za/2023/03/01/how-to-calculate-how-much-energy-your-home-uses/