Showing posts with label iStore. Show all posts
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Tuesday, 12 August 2025

iStore Marks 20 Years as South Africa’s Home of Everything Apple

Hi Guys, 

This year marks a major milestone for iStore, South Africa’s dedicated Apple Premium Partner, as it celebrates two decades of retail excellence.

Since opening its doors in 2005, iStore has had a deep passion for bringing the very best of Apple to all South Africans in a way that Apple intended - the best possible customer experience and a “best in world” Apple environment. Customer experience is the DNA of Apple, and from Day 1, iStore has passionately endeavoured to extend that Apple experience into our customers’ hands. As much as Apple products ensure customers can get the most out of their personal technology, iStore has been there to ensure that customers always get the most out of their Apple products.

“At iStore, we believe that technology should do more than function, that it should enrich lives. For 20 years, our purpose has been to make the Apple experience accessible, meaningful and personal for every customer who walks through our doors,” says Chris Dodd, CEO of iStore. “Being the home of Apple in South Africa means we’re not just here to sell technology, we’re here to bring Apple’s spirit of innovation and service to life, every day. This milestone is not just about our past, but a renewed promise to continue delivering the best of Apple to our customers for years to come.”
iStore Marks 20 Years as South Africa’s Home of Everything Apple

More Access. More Value. More Impact
From the bustling streets of Johannesburg to the heart of eMalahleni, the vibrant city of East London or the communities of Soweto, iStore has become a cornerstone of Apple in South Africa. It proudly supports every major mobile network—Vodacom, Telkom, and MTN—under one roof, and offers customers more ways to pay, free delivery, and world-class trade-in values.

iStore's promise of more is reflected in every part of its experience:
  • More Access: With over 40 retail locations, iStore meets customers where they are, both in-store and online.
  • More Value: From free technical support and training to flexible payment options, iStore makes Apple ownership more accessible and affordable.
  • More Impact: Through SMB and Education initiatives, and partnerships with programmes like iSchoolAfrica, iStore empowers communities, supports local talent, and equips educators and learners for the future. (To find out more about iSchoolAfrica please visit www.ischoolafrica.com)
Driving the circular economy
iStore’s world-leading Trade-in Programme forms the heart of its larger circular economy, offering customers the highest possible trade-in values when upgrading to the latest Apple products. It also brings many more South Africans into the Apple family through its Pre‑Owned Apple product range, available both online and in dedicated Pre‑Owned stores.

iStore’s Trade-in offering is the most extensive in the market, covering iPhone, Mac, iPad and Apple Watch. This offering is not limited to Apple devices only as customers can also trade in Android phones and PCs as well. iStore’s Trade-in Programme provides customers with the ability to:
  • Get a substantial amount of cash back into their bank account (up to R22,000 depending on the Apple product traded in)
  • Reduce the cost of their cellular contract monthly
  • Get an instant upfront discount when they buy
A leader in Omnichannel retail
iStore has led the way in omnichannel retail in South Africa, making it easier than ever for Apple customers to get their products where and when it works best for them. iStore offers “within the hour” (RightNow), same day, next day or scheduled deliveries. Customers can also choose to pick up their online order in-store - within minutes of placing it. All these services at iStore comes at no extra fee to the customer, allowing them to get their Apple products delivered in a way that suits them, for free.

20 Years In – More Than Just a Store
Beyond its retail footprint, iStore has built careers, fostered innovation, and supported entrepreneurs with tools to thrive. Whether enabling a student with their first Mac or helping a small business streamline their operations, iStore has always been about more than just devices—it’s about delivering what matters most to people.

Two decades in, iStore is more passionate than ever about bringing the best customer experience and the best of Apple every day to its customers. As South Africa’s true Home of Everything Apple, iStore remains committed to bringing even more in future to our customers and the communities in which it operates.



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Tuesday, 21 January 2025

Disability Awareness Experience with iSchoolAfrica

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In recognition of Disability Awareness Day (3rd December), iSchoolAfrica Education Trust would like to invite you for an interactive experiential showcasing how Apple technology (specifically iPad) facilitates effective inclusion for a wide range of disabilities in the classroom setting.

iSchoolAfrica facilitators will put you in the shoes of those struggling with disabilities in order to demonstrate how this high-end technology is currently being used to level the playing field for hundreds of students in several of their 300+ partner schools across the country such as MCK Special School for the Deaf. The attached infographic gives an overview of the iPads built-in accessibility features which are used daily by iSchoolAfrica-trained teachers and students.
Disability Awareness Experience with iSchoolAfrica

Since 2009, iSchoolAfrica has provided over 100 000 South African learners, from ECD to Grade 12, with state-of-the-art technology and education practices. Together with our partners, school leaders and educators, we have changed teaching and learning in the most under resourced and vulnerable communities across South Africa, giving youth the opportunity to learn, create and succeed. Please donate here to change the future of South Africa.

  • Active in nine provinces
  • 341 schools in the programme
  • 300+ trained teachers
  • 200+ rural youth facilitators
  • 500+ trained media changemakers
  • 22 Excellence in Education Awards
  • 2023 Foundation Disability Empowerment Award
  • 2023 Gauteng Women’s Excellence Award for Innovation
  • 2018 New Generation Award
  • 2017 Eduweek Award, Inclusion
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Apple Intelligence NOW Available in South Africa: The Most Personal Way to Boost Productivity, Creativity, and More on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Hi Guys, 

iStore announces exclusive iStore Meets sessions to help users master Apple Intelligence's powerful features

Apple Intelligence - a revolutionary personal intelligence system designed to transform how you communicate, work, and express yourself across iPhone, iPad, and Mac – is now available on all iOS 18.2 compatible Apple products in South African English today. As part of this exciting launch, iStore is proud to offer exclusive iStore Meets sessions—free training events designed to help users get the most out of Apple Intelligence’s powerful tools.

Apple Intelligence seamlessly integrates cutting-edge generative models into iPhone, iPad, and Mac, offering context-aware, personalised assistance across apps and tasks. From Writing Tools that refine emails and notes to the new Image Playground that generates original images in seconds, and an even smarter Siri that understands your personal context, Apple Intelligence makes interacting with technology more intuitive and tailored to your needs. With its focus on privacy, on-device processing, and deep integration into the Apple ecosystem, Apple Intelligence delivers a highly personalised and secure AI experience, setting a new standard in the market.

Why iStore is the Best Destination for Apple Intelligence
iStore is the go-to destination to explore the new features that South African users have just been introduced to. Customers can join daily walk-in demo sessions at any iStore, held at 12pm and 4pm, or book a dedicated 1-hour training session through iStore Meets. They have the option to focus on how Apple Intelligence will transform the way they work (business), elevate their productivity, or just understand how Apple Intelligence simplifies tasks and enhances efficiency for any everyone. All these sessions are free and designed for users of all levels.
Apple Intelligence NOW Available in South Africa: The Most Personal Way to Boost Productivity, Creativity, and More on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

“At iStore, we're excited to help our customers unlock the potential of Apple Intelligence,” said Chris Dodd, iStore CEO. “Our iStore Meets sessions provide the perfect platform for users to explore how this innovative technology can simplify tasks, inspire creativity, and organise their lives—all while ensuring privacy remains a top priority.”

Whether you're looking to boost productivity, enhance creativity, or simply manage your day-to-day tasks more efficiently, iStore Meets sessions offer hands-on guidance to master Apple Intelligence. To book a free Apple Intelligence training session, visit https://www.istore.co.za/istore-meets/events or find your nearest store for a walk-in session here.

About iStore Meets
iStore Meets is a series of free training sessions and events designed to help users unlock the full potential of their Apple devices. Covering over 70 topics, these sessions range from beginner tips to advanced training and are available both online and in-store.

About iStore
iStore is Africa’s first and only Apple Premium Partner, a dedicated hub for Apple products and accessories. With over 30 stores conveniently situated across the continent, 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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Thursday, 19 September 2024

Apple Watch Series 10 and updated Apple Watch Ultra 2 available from iStore starting 20 September 2024

Hi Friends, 

iStore today announced that the Apple Watch Series 10 and the updated Apple Watch Ultra 2 will be available online and at all stores from 20 September 2024. Pre-orders will open online on 13 September 2024.

Trade-in and reduce your Apple Watch purchase
Customers can trade-in their current Apple Watch and receive a direct discount against the purchase of a new Apple Watch. To start the trade-in evaluation process, please visit: https://www.istore.co.za/trade-in-1

Extended Warranty and screen replacement for only R449
Customers who upgrade to Apple Watch Series 10 or Apple Watch Ultra 2 at iStore have the option to purchase iCare Plus for Apple Watch which includes a screen repair and a 1-year Extended Warranty (2 years in total) from R449. For more information about iCare Plus for Apple Watch, please visit https://www.istore.co.za/icare-warranty/apple-watch.
Apple Watch Series 10 and updated Apple Watch Ultra 2 available from iStore starting 20 September 2024

eSIM functionality available on Vodacom and MTN network from iStore
The eSIM functionality required for Apple Watch Cellular is available through the Vodacom and MTN networks on customers’ existing contracts as an add-on service. If customers don't have an active cellular contract, they can apply for a new iPhone plus Apple Watch contract at any iStore nationwide or online at https://www.istore.co.za/cellular.

About iStore
iStore is Africa’s first and only Apple Premium Partner, a dedicated hub for Apple products and accessories. With over 30 stores conveniently situated across the continent, 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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Sunday, 21 May 2017

The Dash - Truly Wireless Smart Earphones @HelloBragi #BargiDash

Hi Guys,

The Dash is Truly Wireless
No wires. With The Dash, you enjoy perfectly synchronized true stereo with no echo or imbalance. The benefit is seamless music and hands free communication with no cables or wires to manage.

The World in Your Ear
The Dash is the world’s only Hearable equipped with both a powerful processor and its own operating syst em called Bragi OS. This tiny computer allows The Dash to translate human gest ures or movements into action items. For Example, answer or reject a call on your phone by simply nodding your head. The powerful microcomputer is also regularly enhanced via Bragi OS updates. This means that with each software release, your Dash gains more functionality, without having to buy a whole new set of earphones.
The Dash - Truly Wireless Smart Earphones @HelloBragi #BargiDash
You’re in Control
The Dash’s EarTouch interface allows users to interact with their mobile device, play st ored music, activate audio assist ant or art a fitness activity with a simple touch.

Do the Things You Love
No matter where inspiration takes you, The Dash goes with you everywhere, even under water (up to 1m / 3 ft.). The Dash is the only Hearable that swims with you, while your favorite music pushes you through the workout. The Dash is for all types of fitness activities. Integrated sensor technology allows The Dash to track your heart rate, steps, dist ance, cycling cadence, swimming laps and swimming breaths. With each Bragi OS update, even more trackable features or enhancements are added.
The Dash - Truly Wireless Smart Earphones @HelloBragi #BargiDash
Li sten to What You Want
The Dash allows you to ream to crystal clear music or podca st from your favorite service, hear video games or make phone calls. You can even upload an audio playlist to its 4GB internal hard drive and
li sten without connecting to any device. When making calls, The Dash features an intelligent machine learning algorithm which dynamically mixes the internal EarBone and external microphone signals to reduce background noise, filter out the sound around you and allow for a clear phone experience.
 
Silence The World or Let It In
The Dash’s Audio Transparency function allows you to list en to music, podcast s, games or phone calls while ill hearing the world around you. With a simple swipe on The Dash, you can allow ambient sound to enter the earphones, making you more aware of your surroundings. 
The Dash - Truly Wireless Smart Earphones @HelloBragi #BargiDash
Recharge on the Go
The Dash has one of the longe r last ing batteries in any Hearable. It keeps going with 3 hours of battery life and comes with a portable charging case, allowing you to recharge your Dash up to 5 times on the go.
 
Comfortable and Secure
Find the perfect fit for your ears with FitSleeves. The PerfectFit ensures that The Dash stays in your ear when you’re swimming, running, jumping, or dancing.

The Bragi app
The Bragi app is the smart extension of The Dash on your device. You can use it to cu stomize your Dash profile, check workout data, set up controls, review hi story (for workout data collected through the Bluetooth connection), and access additional information to help you get the mo out of your Dash.

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iKhambi Distribution Launches Bragi Dash in South Africa @HelloBragi #Dash

Hi Guys,

Bragi is a Munich based company, founded in 2013 by its Danish CEO Nikolaj Hviid and the first product “The Dash”, opens a completely new product category: Hearables – a smart connected computer for the ear. The Dash is a completely wireless smart earphone that combines 3 essential lifestyle features: 
  • Listen: A one-touch music player that can also be used as a standalone device thanks to its 4 GB internal memory.
  • Track: A live sports assistant that tracks distance, duration and heart rate while running, biking and swimming.
  • Communicate: A smartphone companion. Answer calls by nodding or swiping over the surface.
The Dash is controlled by gestures on its optical touch interface. No buttons, just taps and swipes. On top, The Dash offers a whole new hearing experience through Audio Transparency, making it possible to amplify the surroundings by sliding the finger over its surface. The user is also able to isolate annoying noises as a result of a perfect sealing in the ear canal that provides passive noise cancellation.

iKhambi Distribution Launches Bragi Dash in South Africa @HelloBragi #Dash

“We are excited to bring the next frontier of connected audio to the South African market. iKhambi has focused on disrupters in the Consumer Electronics and Health & Wellness industries, and we know people are looking for that gadget that has that special mixture of the different facets of their world together in one place. The Dash marries our worlds of Health, Consumer Electronics and Smart Connectivity in a truly unique way” states Christian van Zyl, Managing Director – iKhambi Distribution.

“The implications of the types of technology that the Dash are bringing to the industry are set to emphasise how the ‘Gigabit Era’ will change the way we perceive how information arrives at us. Now the Hearable is bringing your world to your ears, and opening up a universe of possibility for how you experience that world”. 

The premium Brand that is Bragi will be launched through exclusive retail partners including iStore, CycleLab and DigiCape. Our online partners include Shop and Ship and Takealot.com. The Dash will retail for R5999.00 INCL VAT. 
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