Only one major phone has a confirmed global launch date this month: the Motorola Signature 27, which Motorola has said arrives on 5 November 2026. Several others are rumoured, and none has confirmed South African pricing or availability, according to Tech Insider’s November launch roundup. What is confirmed and what is not Phone Status South […]
How to Buy a Pre-Owned iPhone Safely in South Africa: A 10-Point Checklist
With new flagships starting above R30,000, more South Africans are looking at pre-owned iPhones. GeekHub’s July 2026 price analysis recommends certified pre-owned iPhones from dealers such as CellSell, PrO pre-owned and gomaxx instead of new flagships. A used phone can be a smart buy, but only if you check it properly. The 10-point checklist # […]
Which Phone Brands Do South Africans Use Most in 2026?
Samsung is the most-used phone brand in South Africa by a wide margin. Browsing data for September 2026 puts it at 49.75% of mobile devices, ahead of Apple at 18.57%, according to figures from StatCounter reported by Shattered.io. The September 2026 ranking Brand Share of mobile devices Samsung 49.75% Apple 18.57% Honor 8.80% Huawei 8.04% […]
Why Flagship Phones Now Cost R30,000 in South Africa and What to Buy Instead
Top-end phones in South Africa now cost between about R30,000 and R61,000. The iPhone 17 Pro Max starts at roughly R30,699, the Galaxy S26 Ultra launched at R30,999, and the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra costs R60,999, according to a GeekHub analysis from July 2026. Phone Price in South Africa (GeekHub, July 2026) Honor Magic 8 […]
Black Friday 2026 in South Africa: How to Buy a Cellphone Without Overpaying
Black Friday falls on 27 November 2026, and the sales have already started. Takealot began its Black Friday deals on 26 October and runs weekly offers until 23 November, before its main event at midnight on the 27th. Phone shoppers who prepare now will save more than those who browse on the day. Date What […]
Trading In Your Old Phone: How to Get the Best Value and Protect Your Data
New launches and Black Friday make this the busiest time for upgrades, and many retailers run trade-in offers alongside them. Trading in your old phone can lower the price of your next one, but you only get a good value if the phone is in good shape and you prepare it properly. Before you hand […]
Best Budget Smartphones in South Africa: Great Phones Under R10,000
Best Budget Smartphones in South Africa: Great Phones Under R10,000 With flagship prices climbing, many South Africans are looking at budget phones, and the good news is that the days of “budget means basic” are over. Phones under R10,000 now offer 120Hz screens, 5G and long battery life, and many models cost far less. The […]
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, Fold8 Ultra and Flip8: South African Prices and Which to Buy
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, Fold8 Ultra and Flip8: South African Prices and Which to Buy Samsung’s new foldables are on sale in South Africa, starting at R26,999 for the Galaxy Z Flip8 and R40,999 for the Galaxy Z Fold8. The range now has three models: a passport-shaped Fold8 for everyday entertainment, a premium Fold8 Ultra […]