Category: Technology

6Jul

iPhone 17 Air May Shake Up Apple’s Lineup with Thin Design and New Pricing

Posted by Cleo Maritz in Technology
iPhone 17 Air May Shake Up Apple’s Lineup with Thin Design and New Pricing

Apple gears up for a major shift with the iPhone 17 series, introducing a new Air model set to replace the Plus, featuring a super thin 6.6-inch design priced at $899. The lineup might face price hikes, and US tariffs threaten to impact global costs before its September 2025 release.

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13Aug

Innovative GIS Solutions and Earth Observation Services by Stellenbosch University's Centre for Geographical Analysis

Posted by Cleo Maritz in Technology
Innovative GIS Solutions and Earth Observation Services by Stellenbosch University's Centre for Geographical Analysis

The Centre for Geographical Analysis (CGA) at Stellenbosch University leverages GIS and earth observation technology to provide innovative services across sectors such as agriculture, water management, and urban planning. Led by Garth Stephenson, the CGA has developed tools like TerraClim for precise climate data analysis and offers accredited online courses in GIS and EO.

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13May

Exploring the Impact of Submarine Cable Damage on East Africa's Internet Connectivity

Posted by Cleo Maritz in Technology
Exploring the Impact of Submarine Cable Damage on East Africa's Internet Connectivity

The recent internet outage in East Africa was due to submarine cable cuts, exposing the vulnerabilities of critical connectivity infrastructures. These cables are essential for data transmission but are susceptible to various hazards, underlining the urgent need for enhanced, resilient alternatives to safeguard connectivity in the region.

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