Technology blogs are a wonderful way to keep up to date with the latest trends. They also serve to educate, inform and offer opinions.
One of the most appealing things about the Information and Technology sector is that it is a constantly evolving industry with new developments, changing technologies and a need to remain informed, no matter how long one has been involved.
This is one of the reasons it is an industry to consider entering because the more an industry evolves, the more qualified personal are needed. Where some people may face redundancy in a job they have done for 20 years, the ICT sector continues to grow and the demand for qualified people grows too.
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5 Best Technology Blogs and Websites
- TechCrunch
For analysis of emerging trends in tech, technology news, and listings of new tech products in the market, TechCrunch is one of the leading global platforms. It is regarded as one of the leading authorities on the business of technology too.
- Mashable
Mashable is one of the most popular and biggest entertainment, and multi-platform media channels. This tech blog is the go-to source for tech, digital culture, and entertainment content for its influential and dedicated global audience and is one of most influential blogs on technology on the internet today!
- Gizmodo
Gizmodo’s tagline is Tech. Science. Culture, which says it all. This is an excellent blog if you are looking for the latest news about Windows, iOS, and android as well as reports on all the latest gadgets that you need in your day-to-day life, making it hugely popular
- TechRadar
TechRadar is one of the most popular news and gadgets related websites on the internet. If tablets, laptops and mobiles are your main focus, then TechRadar is one of the best blogs to visit.
- Engadget
Engadget is a leading global technology blog with millions of readers and for good reason. The website offers information relating to the latest hardware and gadgets, video games, and NASA tech and focuses on technology use as a connected lifestyle.
5 Best South African Technology Blogs and Websites
- Village Tech
Our blog content may not be that vast yet as we only launched it with our new website but it has information that for South Africans is very useful. We focus primarily on the educational side of ICT so stay tuned!
- TechCentral
TechCentral is a great blog for insightful online tech news, analysis, and opinion and is aimed at industry professionals. This blog is highly popular for people working in Information Technology as they offer independent and unbiased reporting.
- My BroadBand
My BroadBand is possibly the best known and largest of South Africa’s media platforms as it covers the latest international and local IT and tech news. It also has a strong community forum for members to participate in debate or to ask questions.
- Bandwidth Blog
One of the lesser known but equally interesting websites, Bandwidth Blog has been around since 2006 and offers breaking tech news, gadget reviews, and opinions, often being the first to review new tech gadgets. I
- ITNewsAfrica
As the name suggests ITNewsAfrica covers technology news from the continent, split into regions (West, East, Southern and North), along with company news, in-depth features, opinion pieces and listings of tech events, aimed at a business-minded audience.
Remember, knowledge is power so always stay up to date with the latest trends in Information and Technology.
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