Friday 13 September 2024

iPhone 16 pre-order now available at iStore — more affordable than ever from only R9999 with trade in

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Get up to R22 000 cash back within 30 days after purchase when you trade in

iStore South Africa has announced that the iPhone 16 range is now available for pre-order online, starting today. Customers can choose to purchase the latest iPhone 16 models for cash, or upgrade their Vodacom, MTN, or Telkom cellular contracts through iStore, with a range of trade-in offers making this upgrade to iPhone 16 more affordable than ever.

Up to R22 000 cash back when you trade in — As Apple’s only Premium Partner in Africa iStore is also setting a new standard for trade-in values, offering up to R22 000 cash back when you trade in your current phone. Customers can get their trade-in value as cash back into their bank account up to 30 days after their iPhone purchase, which means the full trade-in benefit will be available for any customer who buys now. Find out your device’s trade-in value here: https://www.istore.co.za/trade-in-cash-back.

Freedom from cellular contracts with additional trade-in support — iStore recognises the growing trend of customers opting to purchase their devices outright rather than through traditional cellular contracts. To support this shift and offer a more affordable way to own the latest iPhone, iStore is offering additional trade-in savings. Customers trading in any iPhone 13 range can receive up to an additional R4 000 in savings, while those trading in an iPhone 14 range can enjoy up to an additional R5 000 in savings. This initiative allows customers to enjoy the freedom of contract-free iPhone ownership.

Pay less for iPhone 16 by trading in at iStore

Pay less for iPhone 16 by trading in at iStore

iPhone 16 range

iPhone 16 range price after trading in below devices

 

 

After trade in

 

After trade in

Trade in:

 

Trade in:

 

iPhone 16 128GB

iPhone 14 128GB

R9 999

iPhone 13 128GB

R11 999

iPhone 16 256GB

iPhone 14 256GB

R11 199

iPhone 13 256GB

R14 199

iPhone 16 512GB

iPhone 14 512GB

R13 499

iPhone 13 512GB

R17 999

 

 

 

 

 

iPhone 16 Plus 128GB

iPhone 14  Plus 128GB

R11 999

iPhone 13 Pro 128GB

R9 999

iPhone 16 Plus 256GB

iPhone 14 Plus 256GB

R12 499

iPhone 13 Pro 256GB

R10 299

iPhone 16 Plus 512GB

iPhone 14 Plus 512GB

R16 999

iPhone 13 Pro 512GB

R15 299

 

 

 

 

 

iPhone 16 Pro 128GB

iPhone 14 Pro 128GB

R9 999

iPhone 13 Pro 128GB

R12 999

iPhone 16 Pro 256GB

iPhone 14 Pro 256GB

R11 499

iPhone 13 Pro 256GB

R12 799

iPhone 16 Pro 512GB

iPhone 14 Pro 512GB

R14 399

iPhone 13 Pro 512GB

R17 999

iPhone 16 Pro 1TB

iPhone 14 Pro 1TB

R19 599

iPhone 13 Pro 1TB

R23 399

 

 

 

 

 

iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB

iPhone 14 Pro Max 256GB

R12 999

iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB

R14 999

iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB

iPhone 14 Pro Max 512GB

R17 099

iPhone 13 Pro Max 512GB

R20 299

iPhone 16 Pro Max 1TB

iPhone 14 Pro Max 1TB

R20 499

iPhone 13 Pro Max 1TB

R24 599


Convenient online pre-orders for contract upgrades — iPhone 16 contract upgrade pre-orders are also now open online at iStore, regardless of where the initial contract was signed. Customers can easily complete the required paperwork online, avoiding the hassle of in-store queues. Once the contract upgrade is finalised, the new iPhone 16 will be delivered directly to the customer's doorstep free of charge.


Pre-order your cellular contract here: https://www.istore.co.za/contract-application

Free iCarePlus and guaranteed buy-back: future-proofing your investment — As part of their launch, iStore is offering even more value with free iCarePlus for every iPhone 16 purchase. This now includes a guaranteed buy-back, ensuring that two years from now, iStore will buy back your iPhone for a minimum of 55% of its original value, making your future upgrade even more affordable. The iCarePlus package also includes an extra year of warranty and screen repair - saving customers up to R11 249 - demonstrating iStore’s commitment to offering maximum value for iPhone users. For more information about iCare Plus, please visit https://www.istore.co.za/icare-plus.

About iStore
iStore is Southern Africa’s first and only Apple Premium Partner, a dedicated home for Apple products and accessories. With over 40 stores conveniently situated across the continent and a best-of-breed online store, iStore offers a wide range of exclusive benefits and services that ensure customers get the most out of their Apple products for personal, business and education purchases and upgrades. For more, visit www.istore.co.za

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Monday 9 September 2024

Product Review 13: doTerra Concrete Lava Rock Diffuser

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I got this DoTerra Concrete Lava Rock Diffuser for my upcoming desk setup. The mistake I did was using Eucalyptus oil which was a mistake as I wouldn't say I like this smell much unless I have a cold and sore throat. I will try to wash the same and bring in a new fragrance for the same.
Product Review 13: doTerra Concrete Lava Rock Diffuser
The same comes in two packs but I got only one from the thrift shop I bought it from. Overall, this is a very unique diffuser without the candle heat or the electricity needs to fragrant the whole room.  

Link to doTerra - https://linktr.ee/doterraza


Crafted from concrete and Lava Rock, these decorative diffusers are the perfect way to enhance any setting by adding the aromatic benefits of CPTG® essential oils. The porous nature of a lava rock is ideal for absorbing essential oils. With no need for water or electricity, these diffusers are the perfect choice for desktops, nightstands, hotel rooms, and travel use. The Lava stones are a type of pumice shaped into uniform discs that are incredibly porous, meaning there are lots of air pockets for oils. Lava diffusers work by allowing the oil to evaporate slowly. The package includes two Lava Rock Diffusers.

Benefits -
Small, convenient design perfect for the office, bathrooms, or nightstands
• Easily portable, great for the car or hotel rooms
• Each stone is completely unique—no two are alike
• Allows essential oil aroma to fill an eight to ten-square-foot space
• Each diffuser is 2.5 x 0.7 inches

DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Add three to four drops of desired oil to the lava rock.
Refresh with additional drops of oil as desired.


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Stationery Review 120: Helix Oxford Fountain Pen Medium Nib (ZAR 201)

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Thanks to Loot.co.za for selling this Helix Oxford Fountain Pen in medium nib with 1 ink cartridge in blue coloured ink. The same I got for around ZAR 201. The better version is Pilot MR Range of Fountain Pens which I also got for ZAR 200 earlier from Sandton Stationery & Print shop last year. Now the same has been priced at ZAR 250 and it's a much better pen than this one. Check it out! 
Stationery Review 120: Helix Oxford Fountain Pen Medium Nib (ZAR 201)

The Helix Oxford Fountain Pen is available in multiple colours and the same is available at Takealot for around ZAR 179. Please see if you like this one or the Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pen


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Stationery Review 119: Pentonic Ball Pens - Multi-Coloured (1mm)

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Check out these Pentonic Ball Pens with 10 different-coloured refills. The ball pen has a 1.0mm tip and writes really smoothly. I have also featured in the video the PaiZley 6 Pen Roll that I got from Tomas on my birthday. 
Stationery Review 119: Pentonic Ball Pens - Multi-Coloured (1mm)

I really loved the smooth flow of ink, as the nib is 1.0mm, which makes it free-flowing. The sleek matte-finish body design is a sight to hold. The feel of the ball pen is Featherlite, and it's really easy for small kids and adults to carry. The pen can be refilled by the replaceable ball pen that you can get from the Pentonic stores. The pen signifies it's true motto that's Driven by Design!


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Stationery Review 118: Paizley 6 Pen Rolls In Midnight Chocolate

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Thanks to Tomas from the PaiZley Pen Rolls for sending me one of these Pen Rolls as a Birthday gift. The same can be bought at the SA Pen Show happening this weekend for a day on 7-Sep-2024 in Cape Town. 
Stationery Review 118: Paizley 6 Pen Rolls In Midnight Chocolate

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The six-pen PaiZley Pen roll can easily take 10-12 regular ball pens, 6 special fountain pens or 6-10 roller gel pens based on the size and how you want to keep them. 


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HONOR Unfolds a Future with Possibilities with the record-breaking HONOR Magic V3 at IFA 2024

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HONOR also showcases industry-leading innovations and AI capabilities with the HONOR MagicBook Art 14 and HONOR MagicPad 2. 

HONOR Unfolds a Future with Possibilities with the record-breaking HONOR Magic V3 at IFA 2024

Global technology brand HONOR today announced its groundbreaking AI-enabled hardware capabilities and a collaborative AI privacy protection architecture, that combines on-device and cloud AI technologies, showcasing its commitment to innovative empowerment in an AI-driven world, at IFA 2024. In a world-first, HONOR introduced its AI Deepfake Detection anti-fraud technology on the global stage. The event also saw the debut of HONOR’s latest AI-empowered flagship devices, including the HONOR Magic V3, the world’s slimmest inward foldable smartphone, as well as the sleek and artistic laptop HONOR MagicBook Art 14, and the cutting-edge innovative digital canvas HONOR MagicPad 2, and a stylish health tracker HONOR Watch 5.

“AI is fundamentally reshaping our industry, enriching and creating new experiences that delight consumers all around the world, every day,” said George Zhao, CEO of HONOR. “Our role as a smart device provider gives us incredible access to consumers. Combined with our expertise in devices, it informs our AI roadmap, allowing us to create better and more secure AI experiences that best meet their needs. Through all our new flagship devices, we hope to deliver human-centric AI experiences that consumers will find truly magical.”

During the presentation, HONOR also highlighted its collaboration with Google to integrate features based on Google Cloud AI models and APIs into HONOR devices. "Through Google Cloud, our partners can tap into world-class AI capabilities for a diverse range of sophisticated AI applications,” said Matt Waldbusser, Consumer AI Director of Google. “We are excited to partner with HONOR, with whom we share a common understanding of the importance of prioritizing user privacy, to build new synergy between on-device and cloud AI, playing to our respective strengths."

HONOR Unfolds a Future with Possibilities with the record-breaking HONOR Magic V3 at IFA 2024

HONOR Magic V3: The World's Thinnest Foldable with Robust Performance
Continuing to push the boundaries of foldable devices, HONOR introduced the all-new HONOR Magic V3, the world's thinnest inward foldable phone with enhanced durability, battery, display and AI experience, to global consumers.

With a sleek folded thickness of 9.2mm[1] and a featherlight body weighing just 226g, the HONOR Magic V3 rivals the slimness and weight of a flagship bar phone, ensuring utmost portability for users. This feat is accomplished through the meticulous application of 19 innovative materials and 114 microstructures, propelling foldable devices into a new era of precision and slimness. Featuring a dome-shaped octagonal camera module, the HONOR Magic V3 seamlessly combines the architectural beauty of dome structures with technological innovations. This camera module showcases a diamond cut, adding an element of elegance and sleekness to the device's overall appearance.

Adding to its durability, the HONOR Magic V3 incorporates a Special Fiber into its body material, enhancing impact resistance by 40 times[2] compared to other flagship bar phones while reducing the back cover's thickness by 40%[3]. Moreover, featuring the proprietary HONOR Super Steel Hinge, the device can withstand up to 500,000[4] folding cycles and has attained the prestigious SGS Durability Certification. Fortified with the HONOR Super Armored Inner Screen and HONOR Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield, the HONOR Magic V3 is crafted to endure the rigours of daily use.

Equipped with a 6.43-inch external display and a 7.92-inch internal foldable screen[5], the HONOR Magic V3 delivers an immersive dual-use experience, offering an enjoyable visual journey to users. Dedicated to prioritizing user well-being and comfort, this device incorporates a range of innovative eye-comfort features, such as the world’s first AI Defocus Display technology[6], 4320Hz Risk-free PWM Dimming[7], Dynamic Dimming, Circadian Night Display and Natural Tone Display.

In addition, the HONOR Magic V3 is packed with an advanced 5150mAh[8] Third-generation Silicon-carbon Battery, supported by the lightning-fast 66W[9] Wired and 50W[10] Wireless HONOR SuperCharge, ensuring users an uninterrupted and stress-free mobile experience. Featuring the innovative HONOR Falcon Camera System which encompasses a 50MP Periscope Telephoto Camera, a 50MP Main Camera, and a 40MP Ultra-wide Camera, the device promises unparalleled imaging quality and versatility for users seeking stunning smartphone photography.

The HONOR Magic V3 unfolds a new AI-enhanced future, offering a host of intelligent features, powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform, the titan of on-device intelligence, premium-tier performance, and power efficiency. Marquee capabilities include Magic Portal on Foldable, along with on-device AI-enabled photography features like HONOR AI Motion Sensing, and the HONOR AI Portrait Engine. Collaborating with Google Cloud, HONOR enriches a range of productivity features supported by Google Cloud AI models and APIs to empower users to improve overall efficiency, including HONOR AI Eraser, Face-to-Face Translation, and HONOR Notes tools. These deliver on HONOR’s promise of a new era of AI-enabled versatility and productivity, catering to the evolving demands of business and professional users, while offering an enhanced and secure experience on HONOR devices.

HONOR MagicBook Art 14: Unlocking AI-powered Future Productivity Elegantly
The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 represents a groundbreaking leap in the laptop industry, transforming the conventional laptop experience by infusing human-centric innovation with robust capabilities.

HONOR Unfolds a Future with Possibilities with the record-breaking HONOR Magic V3 at IFA 2024

Showcasing the Vine-leaf Curves Design and Satin Enamel Spraying Technology, this laptop is a marvel of lightweight engineering, incorporating cutting-edge platform-level AI features alongside robust hardware and software solutions, ensuring unmatched productivity and user experience. Translating the lightweight and slim characteristics synonymous with smartphones to laptops, HONOR is introducing the lightest and slimmest AI PC to the market. The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 showcases the pioneering Topology Lightweight Structure, weighing just 1kg[11] and measuring a slim thickness of 10mm[12]. Boasting an alloy body crafted from magnesium and a keyboard constructed with titanium, this laptop epitomizes a perfect balance of lightweight design and durability.

Integrating an industry-leading Modular Camera Design, the laptop features a detachable magnetic configuration that enhances privacy and adaptability, delivering a wider and more immersive visual journey. The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 features a captivating 14.6-inch HONOR FullView Touch Display boasting a crystal-clear 3.1K resolution[13]. With an outstanding 97% screen-to-body ratio[14], the largest among 14-inch laptops, it guarantees an immersive and enriching viewing experience. Demonstrating HONOR’s commitment to users’ well-being, the display is equipped with the industry's foremost eye protection technologies, such as 4320 High-frequency PWM Dimming[15], Dynamic Dimming technology, and E-book Mode, ensuring a comfortable and safe viewing experience.
HONOR Unfolds a Future with Possibilities with the record-breaking HONOR Magic V3 at IFA 2024

In collaboration with Microsoft, the HONOR MagicBook Art 14 offers users access to the advanced Copilot features, including Intelligent Email Management, Data insight & visualization, and Real-time Transcription and Summarization, elevating productivity and efficiency. Further enhancing power efficiency, the laptop features AI-driven OS Turbo 3.0, optimizing power consumption by analyzing user behaviour and adjusting performance strategies precisely, guaranteeing a powerful yet reliable laptop experience. Driven by HONOR's Spatial Audio Technology and AI computing power, the HONOR MagicBook Art 14 redefines audio excellence. This technology combines Spatial Reconstruction and Sound Quality Equalization to create a lifelike audio environment. Coupled with advanced AI algorithms, the Bidirectional-enhanced Microphone Design ensures superior sound capture and noise reduction in any conditions, perfect for scenarios like group meetings and interviews, enabling users to enjoy an elevated communication and collaboration experience.

Powered by the high-performance Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor 155H[16], the HONOR MagicBook Art 14 adopts heterogeneous cores, featuring six performance cores, eight efficient cores, and two low-power efficient cores that can turbo boost the device to 4.8GHz[17], allowing the laptop to handle demanding tasks while delivering excellent battery-saving multitasking performance efficiently. It showcases a twofold enhancement in GPU performance and a 70% boost in AI performance, making it a reliable choice for users seeking high-performance laptop experiences. Adding to its versatility, the laptop comes with multiple ports including Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, and a 3.5mm Headphone/Mic jack, enhancing overall convenience and ensuring a seamless user experience. Moreover, housing a heterogeneous battery Design, the HONOR MagicBook Art 14 Series improves space utilization by 30%[18] while offering a robust 60Wh capacity that extends battery life for users.

HONOR MagicPad2: Perfect Integration of Productivity and Entertainment
The HONOR MagicPad2 stands out with its impressive slim design, boasting an ultra-thin 5.8mm body and weighing just 555g, making it the ideal companion for on-the-go use. It features a 12.3-inch HONOR Eye Comfort Display[19] with a 144Hz[20] screen refresh rate, creating a visually stunning experience with enhanced smoothness and responsiveness across various content. Additionally, holding dual TÜV certifications, the tablet ensures optimal eye care through advanced innovations such as AI Defocus Display, 4320Hz high-frequency PWM dimming[21], Circadian Night Display, and Dynamic Dimming functionalities.

The HONOR MagicPad2 excels not only visually but also in its audio experience. Paired with a large amplitude eight-speaker system with IMAX-enhanced certification, the HONOR MagicPad2 immerses users in cinematic audio-visual feasts anytime, anywhere on Disney+. By incorporating HONOR Spatial Audio Technology, the tablet features a widened sound field of 25%[22] compared to its forerunner, enriching the audio experience for all users.

The HONOR MagicPad 2 is powered by the Snapdragon® 8s Gen 3 Mobile Platform, for premium experiences, including powerful on-device generative AI and hyper-realistic gaming. The massive 10050mAh battery serves as a powerful backup for work and entertainment, complemented by 66W fast charging technology for rapid charging and efficient power consumption, giving users peace of mind.

The HONOR MagicPad2 runs on the new MagicOS 8.0, which is based on user intent-based recognition and possesses powerful AI capabilities, bringing users an unprecedented intelligent magical experience. The Magic Portal feature can predict interaction needs and recognize intentions in advance, allowing users to generate schedules or more tasks with just a long press and drag. From Voice to Text to Handwriting Beautification and Formula Recognition capabilities, the AI-driven office tools further enhance the HONOR MagicPad 2's productivity, empowering users to achieve more in their daily endeavours.

HONOR Watch 5: Lightweight Design and Advanced Features
HONOR also introduced the HONOR Watch 5, a blend of modern technology and sleek design. Weighing 35g, it measures only 11mm in thickness, making it lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear. The 1.85-inch AMOLED colour display with a resolution of 390x450 pixels and 340 PPI supports full-screen touch operation, providing a vivid visual experience.

HONOR Unfolds a Future with Possibilities with the record-breaking HONOR Magic V3 at IFA 2024

The HONOR Watch 5 features a Silicon-carbon battery, offering an impressive 15-day battery life with its 480mAh capacity. Powered by Turbo X AI Power Management, it ensures efficient energy use. This watch also tracks essential health metrics, including heart rate and SpO2 levels, helping users monitor their well-being in real time.

Colour and Pricing
Inspired by the wonders of the natural landscape, the HONOR Magic V3 is available in three stunning colourways [23]: Reddish Brown, Green and Black, starting at €1999.

Starting at €599, the HONOR MagicPad2 comes with two colour options: Moonlight White and Black[24].

For more information, please visit the HONOR online store at www.honor.com.

[1] Data from HONOR lab. 9.2mm refers to the thickness in the folded state. The overall thickness does not include the inner and outer screen protective films and the raised part of the camera, The actual data may vary depending on configurations, manufacturing processes and measurement methods. Please refer to the actual device.
[2] Data from HONOR labs.
[3] Data from HONOR labs.
[4] Data from HONOR labs.
[5]  With a round-corner design on the display, the diagonal length of the inner screen is 7.92 inches, and the diagonal length of the external screen is 6.43 inches when measured as a standard rectangle (the actual field of view is slightly smaller on both screens).
[6] This product is not medical equipment and is not available for treatment.
[7] The 4320Hz ultra-high frequency PWM dimming technology is TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free certified and achieves the risk-free dimming level. The testing standard for the TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free certification follows the correlation between the flicker risk level and the flicker frequency in the IEEE Std 1789-2015 standard, which defines the flicker-free level as when the dimming frequency is higher than 3125Hz. The phone is not medical equipment and is not available for treatment.
[8] The typical battery capacity is 5150mAh, and the rated battery capacity is 5050mAh.
[9] 66W HONOR SuperCharge means the maximum output power of the charger is 66W. The supported maximum wired charging power is 66W when going with the original SuperCharge charger. The actual charging power may vary depending on individual differences, user habits, and environmental factors. Please refer to the actual scenario.
[10] Need to purchase HONOR super fast charging wireless charger with a charging specification of not less than 50W. The actual charging power may vary depending on individual differences, user habits and environmental factors. Please refer to the actual scenario. 
[11] Data from HONOR labs. Actual weight may differ depending on the specific configuration. Please refer to the actual product. 
[12] Data from HONOR labs. The thickness here does not include the height of the foot pad.
[13] The resolution is measured as a standard rectangle; thus, the effective pixels are slightly less.
[14] Data from HONOR labs. The screen-to-body ratio data is measured based on the size of the screen's visible area to the screen size. Please refer to the actual product.
[15] The HONOR MagicBook Art 14  is equipped with 4320Hz PWM dimming technology, which is TÜV Rheinland flicker-free certified and reaches the risk-free dimming level. The test standard of TÜV Rheinland's flicker-free certification refers to the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Std 1789-2015 standard for the definition of the correlation between the flicker risk level and the flicker frequency: when the dimming frequency is higher than 3125Hz, it reaches the flicker-free hazard level. This product is not for medical use and does not have a therapeutic function.
[16] The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 also comes with the Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 Processor 125H version.
[17] Data from Intel®.
[18] Data from HONOR labs.
[19] Data from HONOR labs. With a rounded corners design on the display, the diagonal length of the screen is 12.3 inches when measured according to the standard rectangle. The actual viewable area is slightly smaller.
[20] The screen supports a maximum refresh rate of 144Hz, and the refresh rate may be varied slightly under different app interfaces and game quality. Please refer to your actual experience.
[21] The HONOR MagicPad2 is equipped with 4320HzPWM dimming technology, which is TÜV Rheinland flicker-free certified and reaches the risk-free dimming level. The test standard of TÜV Rheinland's flicker-free certification refers to the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Std 1789-2015 standard for the definition of the correlation between the flicker risk level and the flicker frequency: when the dimming frequency is higher than 3125Hz, it reaches the flicker-free hazard level. The phone is not medical equipment and is not available for treatment.
[22] Data from HONOR labs.
[23] Colour availability may vary by region.
[24] Colour availability may vary by region.


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Making Streaming Entertainment Experience Unique and Safe for Families With Netflix

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Netflix has reaffirmed its advanced features and content aimed at creating a delightful and secure viewing experience for families everywhere at a ‘Netflix for Families’ event attended by local child experts, policymakers, parenting bloggers, NGOs, government stakeholders and representatives of civil society. Families are different, and that's why Netflix remains committed to offering a variety of content and easy-to-use tools that help parents tailor their kids' experiences on Netflix.

Making Streaming Entertainment Experience Unique and Safe for Families With Netflix


“At Netflix we are increasingly expanding our library to connect families and kids with a variety of family films and TV shows from all over the world - including award-winning animated films like The Sea Beast, educational series such as Breaking Boundaries and beloved character films like Kung Fu Panda and Boss Baby,” said Shola Sanni, Netflix’s Director of Public Policy for Sub-Saharan Africa. “Families can watch what they want, when they want, based on their unique tastes and preferences. We want parents to have the information and tools they need to make the right decisions for their families, which is why we offer a range of tools that can help parents tailor their kids’ profile experience to fit their preferences.”

As accessing online platforms becomes increasingly easy and prevalent, Netflix hosted a panel discussion around the importance of a safe entertainment viewing experience for families. The panel featured; Educational Psychologist, Dr Tshepiso Matentjie; Cyber safety and digital expert and Managing Editor of BabyYumYum, Rianette Leibowitz; Professor of Criminology at the University of East London, Julia Davidson, Andrew Andrew Sebapu, Acting Manager of Regulatory, and Compliance and Enforcement from the Film and Publication Board; and SA Public Policy Senior Manager at Netflix, Ziyanda Buthelezi-Ngcobo.

Making Streaming Entertainment Experience Unique and Safe for Families With Netflix

Caption: Parenting expert Nikki Bush moderating a panel discussion about the importance of parental controls at the Netflix Families event

Speaking about effectively preventing and managing cybercrime and risks, Julia Davidson commented: “The online risks we face in society are a global, multi-stakeholder issue and need to be treated as such, not in silos. We need to collaborate to ensure there are legislations across jurisdictions. Effective education and awareness are also key. As cyber issues evolve, so should the way we approach and resolve the challenges we face.”

Commenting on how parents can better have cyber-risk conversations with children, Dr. Tshepiso Matentjie expressed that: “Parents simply need to take charge. The reality is that a lot of parents are intimidated by technology. They are required to let go of the idea of being an expert in this case, and to be teachable, opening themselves for modern online platforms to teach and challenge them. Once they have a hold of this, they can take on an advisory and guardian role to their children.”

In addition to parental control features provided by Netflix, Ziyanda Buthelezi affirmed that: “Our Netflix measures are capacitated and empowered to ensure children are protected, as per their rights. We continue to partner with the government, NGOs, policymakers and others to ensure that we deliver appropriate content that enhances learning and entertainment for kids. We also have a 24-hour help centre and trained agents that parents and guardians can utilise should they be unsatisfied with the Netflix titles,” said Ziyanda Buthelezi.

The panellists and attendees explored the latest trends and best practices for protecting children in the digital age and discussed steps parents and caregivers can take to ensure children thrive while being protected from online risks. It further addressed how regulatory frameworks can address online harms against children without limiting their rights or access, and highlighted Netflix’s family content, co-viewing experiences, member choice, kid’s profile features, and robust product functionalities. Netflix also believes in transparency, and these features help families make informed choices. Netflix's collaboration with South Africa’s Film and Publication Board (FPB) ensures adherence to regulatory standards and enhances online safety. The Netflix maturity rating aligns with local regulations, ensuring that parents can effectively manage and supervise their children’s viewing experience.

Entertainment for the Entire Family: Fun for All Ages
Netflix has become a premier destination for animation, with over 278 million households around the world enjoying a diverse range of animated, family-friendly content. Here's what fans can look forward to with upcoming films and series, as well as the return of beloved favourites.

We’ve got a list of titles including feel-good movies, animal tales, live-action kids movies and family favourites. Perfect for the entire family, you can enjoy an impressive lineup of upcoming and returning shows including the beloved Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl, TheTwits,The Imaginary, Spellbound. For older kids who love exciting, action-packed movies with engaging plots, season 2 of Jurassic World: Chaos Theory will soon make its debut together with anime-series Tokyo Override. While preschoolers, can watch new seasons of CoComelon Lane, and Gabby’s Dollhouse.

Additionally, you can watch Ultraman: Rising which made its debut in June 2024 and has already become popular. Or, all-audience hits like Leo and Pokémon Concierge

You can find out more on what’s coming next on Netflix to entertain your family via Tudum.

Parental Controls That Put You in Charge

We’ve made it easier than ever for parents to manage what their kids watch on Netflix. Our parental control tools allow you to 
  • Easy-to-Use Controls: Simple interface in the central Profile Hub for managing settings.
  • Customizable Profiles: Set up to 5 profiles, including age-specific settings for kids.
  • Viewing Management: Disable autoplay, set passwords and PIN locks, and review viewing histories.
  • Kids Profiles: Fun, age-appropriate content with no user-generated material.
  • Kids Activity Report: Bi-weekly reports on favourite shows, themes, and family activity suggestions.
  • Profile Locks: Lock individual profiles with PIN codes to control access.
  • Set Age Ratings: Ensure your kids are watching content appropriate for their age.
  • Block Titles: Keep specific shows and movies off your child's profile.
  • Lock Profiles: Make sure your kids are only accessing their designated profiles.
  • Stop Autoplay: Encourage mindful viewing by turning off autoplay for the next episodes.
  • View Play History: See what your kids have been watching for better oversight.
Join us! Explore Netflix’s Kids & Family section today and discover how our variety of content and robust parental controls can make streaming a fun, safe, and educational experience for your children. Together, we can create a world of wonder and learning for every young viewer.

For more information about our Parental Control tools please check out our Netflix help center at https://help.netflix.com/.

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Mini LED: The Beauty of The Moving Image

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The term "Mini LED" is used to describe the latest technology in TV displays that uses a smaller LED chip to produce the same brightness as a larger chip.

This miniaturized design allows for finer control of lighting levels, which makes it ideal for use in both home and commercial lighting applications.

The smaller size of the chip allows for a higher density of LEDs, which increases the amount of light produced by each unit. This also allows manufacturers to reduce costs by reducing the amount of material used in their manufacturing.

The Mini-LED chip is also ideal for use in small, portable devices such as laptops or mobile phones, where space is at a premium. The technology allows manufacturers to make their products thinner and lighter than ever before, which makes them more attractive to consumers.

Mini LED is also ideal for use in outdoor applications such as streetlights and security lighting. Because the LED chip can be produced at a higher density, it provides brighter illumination with less power consumption than traditional lighting technologies.
Mini LED: The Beauty of The Moving Image

Mini LED vs. OLED – A Tale of Two Technologies
Let's get into the nitty-gritty of what makes Mini LED different from OLED and why it's great.

First, the Mini LED is not OLED. While both use organic light-emitting diodes (OLED) to power their displays, they differ in how they produce colour on that display—and as we all know, colour is everything when it comes to TVs. OLEDs create each pixel by firing a single red or green or blue diode, which means that any pixel can only be one colour at a time—so if you want an image with a white background and black lettering, for example, you'd need multiple pixels in the same area (or "subpixel").

Mini LED uses many smaller diodes—each one pumping out lots of different colours instead of just one—to make up every subpixel individually! This lets us create images with more vivid colours than ever before (with no murkiness).

OLED is an emissive technology, while Mini LED is a transmissive technology. This means that OLED screens emit light and have a wider viewing angle than Mini LED displays, which need to be viewed straight on to see the picture clearly. OLED has a higher contrast ratio than Mini LED with similar brightness levels, and it also boasts faster response times for fast-moving action scenes or video games where you need to react quickly.

However, OLED has poorer black uniformity (black outlines around objects on screen) compared to Mini LED displays and it cannot display as deep blacks as those found in home theatre projectors, which use an entirely different projection technology altogether (DLP).

TCL Mini LED TV
TCL Mini LED TV with Quantum Dot Display. The TCL C855 feature 97% WCG, better contrast ratio and brightness, better black levels, and colour accuracy.

Local Dimming Technology
Local dimming technology is a display technology that allows the darkening of specific areas of the screen to create contrast and more natural images. It can be used in both LCD and OLED displays, and there are two types of local dimming technologies: edge-lit and back-lit. Back-lit local dimming occurs when the backlight is divided into a number of selectively controllable zones that can be independently turned on and off.
Edge-lit local dimming occurs when LEDs along the edges are controlled individually to allow for very precise control over how much light reaches each part of the display panel.

Powerful Chipset
The Mini LED is powered by amazing hardware, which allows you to stream 4K content without a hitch. The device also packs in 3GB DDR + 32GB Flash of memory, as well as USB 3.0 support for fast transfers and data transfers. You’ll also find Bluetooth 5.2 for connecting other devices like headphones or speakers, and WiFi 6(2.4G+5G) for connecting to the internet anywhere at any time.
Mini LED: The Beauty of The Moving Image

The Era of Google Assistant
If you're looking for a new generation of smart functions that can be used to control the TV's functions, TCL's Mini LED/ Google TV is here. This powerful operating system allows you to control your smart TV with ease. With this software platform, you can enjoy intuitive control and access to thousands of apps without having to switch devices or platforms.

With this feature, all you have to do is say “Ok Google” into the remote control or your voice assistant of choice (Siri or Alexa), and then search for what you want on your screen!

This new technology will change the way you perceive TV in the future.

Mini LED is a new and advanced technology that will completely change the way you perceive TV. It is an era of television that will allow you to see it in a different way. With this device, you can access all your favourite apps, like Netflix and Hulu Plus. It’s easy to use with just one hand and has a remote control that lets you navigate through menus with ease.

We are excited to bring the next era of television with Mini LED to consumers worldwide.

TCL is a global brand with a focus on quality, innovation, and creativity. With our goal of becoming the world's leading manufacturer of smart devices in mind, we are excited to bring the next era of television with Mini LED to consumers worldwide.

Mini LED is the future of TV technology. It represents our commitment to providing consumers with the most advanced products in all categories, including flat-screen TVs and large-screen displays, through enhanced design aesthetics as well as improved picture quality and sound quality.

About TCL:
TCL Electronics (1070.HK) is a leading global consumer electronics brand, specialising in TVs, audio equipment, home appliances, mobile devices, and more. With a presence in over 160 markets, TCL is dedicated to innovation, quality, and enriching the lives of consumers worldwide. Learn more about TCL at www.tcl.com.


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