The #PerfectDeal At a Great Price @SonyXperiaZA And @MTNza #XperiaXZPremium #XperiaXZ1

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Sony Mobile Communications in partnership with MTN, is proud to announce the perfect “Made for you - 2 for 1 deal”, meaning you get two phones and only pay for one!

All you need to do is sign up or upgrade to an Xperia XZ Premium, featuring a 19MP Motion Eye camera with Super Slow Motion and 4K HDR display for only R569 p/month for 24 months or the Xperia XZ1 with ground-breaking technology for mobile with 3D scanning for only R469 p/month for 24 months and receive a free Sony Xperia L1 Smartphone with a 13MP camera. This offer is valid while stocks last, so don’t miss out!
 

To follow all updates keep an eye out on Sony Mobile’s Facebook page and their Twitter page

*Xperia XZ Premium for only R569 p/month for 24 months on a MTN Made for Me M
**Xperia XZ1 for only R469 p/month for 24 months on a MTN Made for Me M
***Xperia L1 free with a free SIM card and 200MB data for 6 months
****Deal valid from 09 March - while stocks last
Other Ts&Cs apply

Value & ROI Analysis-

XZ Premium you will pay R13656 to get free Xperia L1 which is trading at R2800 at online retailers. XZ Premium is still premium prices in the market at R12300 and here with MTN you are only paying R10856 along with data and voice SIM card from MTN.

 

XZ1 you will pay R 11256 to get free Xperia L1 worth R2800. The phone is worth R9800 in online stores so here you are getting the same at R8456 which is good value for money along with SIM card and data connections whose value I have not taken into consideration. 

You can decide which one to go for based on your priorities but the difference being R100 per month, you will get better picture quality, super slow-motion video and super awesome glass finish smartphone in XZ Premium. If I take Made for ME M plan into consideration that's R249 (Includes 150 Anytime Minutes, 100 SMSs, 1GB Data) per month making the device cost only R4880 for XZ Premium and R 2480 for XZ1. Think about it now!!! 

 

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#Marvel Studios #BlackPanther is The Highest Grossing Film in East, West and now, South Africa #DisneyAfrica

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In its fifth weekend of release (16-18 March 2018), Marvel Studios’ Black Panther became the all-time top-grossing film in South Africa, with a haul of over R77.6 million since it’s 16 February 2018 release. This record means that South Africa joins East and West Africa in claiming Black Panther as the highest grossing film of all time in these regions.

In South Africa, Black Panther adds the record of all-time highest-grossing film to its previous records of the highest Saturday and February opening weekend and, of course, the biggest superhero film of all time. In East Africa, the film has raked in over Kes 102.4m and in West Africa N642.5m, to become the highest grossing film of all time in both territories.

“We are thrilled at the response Black Panther has received from fans across the continent as this next chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe plays out with a distinctly proud African story,” says Christine Service, Senior Vice President of The Walt Disney Company Africa. “To everyone who celebrated the release by watching, dressing up, singing in the cinemas and enjoying the film across social media, a very big thank you from all of us at Disney and Marvel Studios.”

Marvel Studios’ Black Panther follows T’Challa who, after the death of his father, the King of Wakanda, returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation to succeed to the throne and take his rightful place as king. But when a powerful old enemy reappears, T’Challa’s mettle as king—and Black Panther—is tested when he is drawn into a formidable conflict that puts the fate of Wakanda and the entire world at risk. Faced with treachery and danger, the young king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black Panther to defeat his foes and secure the safety of his people and their way of life. Black Panther stars Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong’o, Danai Gurira, Martin Freeman, Daniel Kaluuya, Letitia Wright, Winston Duke, with Angela Bassett, with Forest Whitaker, and Andy Serkis. The film is directed by Ryan Coogler and produced by Kevin Feige with Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Nate Moore, Jeffrey Chernov and Stan Lee serving as executive producers. Ryan Coogler & Joe Robert Cole wrote the screenplay. Marvel Studios’ Black Panther is now in cinemas now.

 

I still have to add my cents to those Rands as I am not able to watch this movie till date and that's really disheartening for me whereas last year I watched many others Superhero movies in the very first weeks other than Wonder Woman which was kind of sold out in all cinemas and was not invited as part of launch events. By the time I will watch the movie, North Africa will also have added some monetary value to The House of Wakanda.

 

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Time, Comfort And Connection: The Root Of Future Devices @Lenovo_Africa #DifferentIsBetter

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The use of technology in modern life is evolving at an ever-increasing pace, and South Africa is catching up. Late last year, Google’s 2017 Connected Consumer Study revealed that 60 percent of South Africans now use a smartphone. In 2014, this number was just 47 percent.

This evolution is presenting new possibilities, pushing new behaviours, and expanding what we all expect from technology. Yet, in the midst of accelerating technological change, we are also seeing users tend towards solutions that simplify and streamline. In this respect, technological advances are enabling computing experiences to become better integrated into our lives.

Technology is now all around us, embedded in multiple and varied devices, and it makes us feel engaged and productive. It constantly presents us with new opportunities while adjusting our user behaviour in sometimes new and unexpected ways. Take for example how we stream content to a multitude of screens, or use smartphones to organise our lives and communicate via text and video with colleagues, friends, and family across a variety of apps. It is not surprising, then, that Google’s 2017 study also revealed that the number of connected devices per person in South Africa is 1.4, up from 0.8 just three years ago.

But how do we ensure that persistent “newness” and competition for our attention doesn’t come at a cost, distracting and removing us from living in the moment? As we explore how computing will evolve, we must re-set our focus on what matters most.

Lenovo’s global user experience team looks two to three years ahead, exploring the intersection of design and technology to help map the direction our organisation will take. The context here is the predicted desires and needs of consumers and the workforce, with the customer experience in ever-present focus.

Different Is Better and I am so much in love with this Quote from Lenovo

Through research and speaking with countless customers, we learned three things people value most when it comes to the technology they use: time, comfort, and connection. These are the elements that will drive personalised computing for Lenovo and our customers as technology continues to intelligently transform our lives.

We know the proliferation of digital devices is immense, and we know that trends such as livestreaming and the use of digital assistants are likely to grow. People tend to construct their own relationship with technology, using it in unique ways, often self-identifying via their device choices. And they place a premium on their ability to save time, connect with others, and enjoy the freedom to comfortably use their devices anywhere.

Time
Time is our most precious resource. Users clearly want to get the most out of their interaction with technology – streamlining tasks wherever possible, saving time, and making the most of each moment. I speak to customers who use apps like Waze to check the traffic up ahead on their chosen route, or who add items to an online groceries app rather than write them down or try and remember them later. Capturing ideas in the moment is a great example of how people are using technology to get more done in shorter time frames. PCs that are always on and ready to go with easy access to digital assistants and stronger collaboration solutions are going to change the way we streamline our tasks at hand.

Comfort
The dominant device today is the smartphone, often with a laptop and/or a tablet to go with it. So, we know with confidence that people are increasingly looking for portable technology – lightweight devices that provide the freedom and comfort to move around with ease. It’s interesting to see how and where user trends develop. For example, in China, the social media platform WeChat has huge numbers of users and this led to users there adopting large smartphone screens ahead of the west. What followed globally of course were bigger screens, still with comfort and freedom top of mind. At Lenovo, we’re also looking ahead at bendable and foldable form factors and on-screen experiences to help people to do more of the things they want in new and more comfortable ways.

Connection
Lastly, our research tells us people are looking for better quality and more enjoyable (and therefore more meaningful) connections via technology between friends, family, colleagues, customers, and partners. This is truly universal and something our business is focused on with our product development. Lenovo asks – how can we make your device experience more immediate when it comes to, for example, staying in close touch with friends and family overseas? And how do you drive a better human, collaborative experience overall in the office so that remote meetings that start on time and are not plagued by technical difficulties? We see a big opportunity at the intersection of personal and communal computing, creating better shared experiences to help families and friends stay closer, and to help distributed business teams collaborate more effectively.

Technology for technology’s sake should never be the goal. With time, comfort, and connection as the guiding principles and metrics in mind, we’re better placed to solve problems and create enhanced experiences. These are the issues that matter most to people, and what we believe will drive personalised computing over the next couple of years.

This article is written by Thibault Dousson, General Manager, Lenovo South Africa & SADC
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Celebrating World Monopoly Day #19March @Hasbro #MonopolyTokenMadness

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In celebrating World Monopoly Day on 19 March (yes it’s a thing!) – I thought I will share 10 fun facts about the world’s favorite family game brand, which has over a thousand variations and is enjoyed by more than 1 billion players in 114 countries across the globe.

1. Charles Darrow developed the MONOPOLY game in 1933, using small items from around the home, including pennies or buttons, to allow players to track their journey around the game board.

2. Darrow’s young niece had a better idea and suggested using charms, like the ones on her bracelet, to serve as the iconic tokens fans know and love today.

3. The original tokens represented familiar items from 1930s America, including an iron, purse, lantern, race car, thimble, shoe, top hat, battleship, cannon, and rocking horse.

4. Mr. Monopoly was only introduced into the game in 1936

5. In 1943, when faced with a metal shortage during World War II, wooden tokens were substituted until 1945, when the metal tokens were brought back into the game.

6. The sack of money token was added in 1999 but retired less than a decade later.

7. In 2008 Mr. Monopoly began wearing an M-shaped silver metallic bowtie.

8. 2013 saw Mr. Monopoly ranked #12 on the Forbes Fictional 15 list of wealthiest characters, with a net worth of $1.2 Billion.

9. In 2015 Mr. Monopoly celebrated his 80th birthday by ringing the closing bell at the NASDAQ.

10. Last year Hasbro held a historic vote allowing fans to pick the eight tokens that would feature going forward. Over 4.3 million fans voted to secure spots for the: Scottie Dog; T-Rex; Top Hat, Car, Rubber Ducky, Cat, Penguin and Battleship token on board!

Enjoy this World Monopoly Day by becoming part of the Monopoly community and buy, trade and sell-the Monopoly way! Make your own memories and celebrate the evolution of the iconic Monopoly tokens with the  Hasbro Monopoly Token Madness board game which is making its way to the nearest store near YOU!

 

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#Bollywood Take on Income Tax and Myth Busting Story Of The Colourful City of #Mumbai @SterKinekor

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For incredible entertainment and unforgettable cinema moments, Ster-Kinekor Cinemas brings you Bollywood film Raid. In the eyes of his elite team of commandos he is a typical rookie too ambitious for his lack of experience and capabilities; a typical toothless dog, but Amay (Ajay Devgn) is more than ready to join the team in their mission to take down a cop who has become a brutal crime lord; Tauji (Saurabh Shukla). Based on a true story of 1980’s. Raid will remind you of the tale of David and Goliath as Amay takes on the crime lord. Witness it all on Ster-Kinekor big screens since this Friday 16 March 2018 at Gateway, The Zone, Forest Hill and Carnival City

Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, Raid is a crime drama film based on a true story of 1980’s high profile raid ever witnessed by India. After being excluded from the uppermost mission the team’s cover is blown but the fearless Amay, a mere IT officer formulates a plan to offer immunity to every criminal in his high-rise apartment block in exchange for the cops' heads. Witness a hero come to life as Amay heads the team in bringing Lockdown’s most powerful man down. Will Amay accomplish his mission or will Tauji remain victorious? Find this out!

Watch the official trailer for Raid here:
https://movies.sterkinekor.co.za/Browsing/Movies/Details/f-HO00001140

Also showing at Ster-Kinekor cinemas is an intriguing film 3 storeys. This is an attempt to shatter myths and misconception of Mumbai’s inhabitants. 3Storeys is narrative of interweaved stories of a businessman who finds himself in the hot waters of renting a house he cannot afford; the second story tells a story of an abused wife while the third story recounts a story of forbidden love between a Muslim boy and a Hindu girl.

3storeys narrates life’s reality of circumstances that often go against human wishes and desires. Each story encapsulates an unexpected but desirable twist, immerse yourself in this skillfully written fiction which is NOW showing at Forest Hill, Gateway in Durban, Greenstone Ster-Kinekor cinemas.

Watch the official trailer of 3Storeys here:
https://movies.sterkinekor.co.za/Browsing/Movies/Details/h-HO00000916

Find out more by visiting www.sterkinekor.com or download the SK App on your smartphone. You can also book at the box office. For news and updates, go to facebook: Ster-Kinekor Theatres | follow Ster-Kinekor on Twitter: @Ster-Kinekor. For all queries, call Ticketline on 0861-Movies (668 437).

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