Tablets, streamers

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Apple iPad Pro (2020) from R14 800 / istore.co.za

The old iPad Pro was already our favourite tablet by miles, and the latest update only makes it more desirable. As before, it isn’t cheap; but with its huge and super-slick 120Hz Liquid Retina screen, ludicrously speedy internals and double-lens camera (like the one in the iPhone 11), this is one working device to rule them all. Since Apple added cursor support to iPadOS, it’s also the best tablet to replace your laptop – and a glimpse into the near future of computing. Stuff says ★★★★★

Apple’s mega-tablet evolves into an outstanding piece of kit and pulls even further ahead of the pack

Stuff says ★★★★★

Ready to join the Mi too movement? This is by far the best Android box on the market in SA right now

Apple TV 4K

Xiaomi Mi Box

from R1 400 / incredible.co.za

Buying a TV box in SA is a hit or miss, as most of them are massproduced and run on iffy software. Your best bet is opting for a certified Android box, like the Xiaomi Mi Box S. It’s the second of its kind, and can stream content in 4K from a variety of services on the market. Already have a smart TV? Just add the Mi Box S to up its streaming game. It’s also got Chromecast built-in, with some Assistant chops to improve its desirability. The Play Store offers a variety of apps that should impress any content snob.

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Apple iPad Air (2020)

from R11 000 / istore.co.za The iPad Air is still one of the best high-end tablets you can find. The addition of the excellent A14 chip makes this one of the fastest, most powerful tablets currently on the market. Stuff says ★★★★★

Still the go-to all-purpose iPad for most folks

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+

R23 000 / samsung.com//za The Galaxy Tab S7+ is an excellent device for folks who want a fast, powerful tablet without being locked into Apple’s environment. It also features one of the best displays we’ve ever seen on a tablet. Stuff says ★★★★★

A worthy contender in the high-end tablet wars

Apple iPad (2021)

★★★★★ from R6 000 / istore.co.za The standard iPad remains as good in 2021 as it has been every year before.

Huawei MatePad T8

★★★★✩ from R2 500 / incredible.co.za A slightly chunkier device for games, series and books. Kid friendly features are a bonus.

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oogle Chromecast 3.0

m R1 000 / incredible.co.za e Chromecast is a cheaper option to smart your TV, and it works seamlessly. Plug-in, y and cast from your mobile device thout hassle. Pair it to a Google Nest and n more control using Google Assistant. ff says ★★★★★

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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K

from R1 700 / takealot.com Amazon’s latest streaming stick offers 4K plus a faster processor than its predecessor and comes with an Alexa Voice Remote. It doesn’t have Showmax, but the selection of third-party apps is excellent. Stuff says ★★★★★

This is the best stick you can buy

★★★★✩ from R3 500 / istore.co.za f you’re in the Apple ecosystem, might as well cough up for this one. It works. Well.

Mediabox Maverick

★★★★✩ R1 600 / takealot.com This box packs a punch, winning points for being so easy to install.