Julian van der Merwe
School
Tshwane University Of Technology, Pretoria
Expertise
Electric Vehicles, Computer Hardware And Software, Smartphones
- Julian's obsession with tech goes so deep he once built a computer case because he couldn't find one with appropriate airflow that looked the part.
- He has served as both tech support and buying advice go-to for his family and friends for as long as he can remember.
- As a lifelong techie, he takes pride in the fact that not a single computer in his possession has escaped being opened up or unnecessarily overclocked.
Experience
Throughout his journalism career, Julian has written news, how-tos, and magazine content about everything from cars and motorcycles to the latest Android security updates. Working for a number of tech publications, including Android Police and Notebookcheck, Julian has developed his understanding of the industry and gained insights about what's important when it comes to the tech we use every day.
Education
Julian studied industrial design at the Tshwane University of Technology where he learned the importance of thorough research and gained an understanding of the background of product development as well as a keen eye for detail.
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Stories By Julian van der Merwe
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The Toyota 4Runner is a very versatile vehicle, but there's no news about what the 2024 model will bring, so we rounded up the rumors that we've heard thus far.
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Are you in the market for a new car and wondering if Audi is the right choice? Here's what you should know about its reliability and maintenance costs.
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'German engineering' has been a running gag among automotive enthusiasts, but the truth about BMW reliability is not as inherently bad as some might think.
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It's easy to forget about auto-rotate in everyday smartphone usage, but once it stops working, it can be an annoyance you'll want to remedy immediately.
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Resembling the original prototype car, Audi is releasing a limited run production of the performance-oriented Audi RS e-tron GT 'project_513/2' to the U.S.
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Upon instituting and testing a new crash safety evaluation for SUVs, the IIHS has determined many of the most popular models may have subpar safety.
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Automatic updates can ruin a smartphone experience, and while we recommend you leave them on, if you really want to turn them off, this is how to do it.
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The Kia EV6 is a great electric crossover SUV that has a lot of nice touches in the interior that make it fun to drive. Here are our favorites.
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For Galaxy owners with little ones asking if you have any games on your phone, the hidden 'Kids Mode' should help you safely distract kids using your phone.
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When it comes to legendary JDM sports cars, the Mazda RX-7 comes to mind. That being said, the rotary engine that powered it is a well-known Achilles' heel.
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Developer previews for Android 14 are rolling out soon, bringing new security and user controls for data, passwords, notifications, and app permissions.
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Volkswagen took a bunch of spare parts from a concept vehicle and cobbled together a cool off-roader that earns its name. We have all the details.
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The Porsche Taycan is an impressive EV capable of incredible performance, but beyond raw power, the biggest trick up its sleeve has nothing to do with speed.
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Even if electric vehicles are designed for minimal maintenance compared to gas-powered cars, there are still essential fluids you need to keep track of.
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The Honda Africa Twin is an adventure bike that has been around for decades. We break down how it has evolved into the perfect off-road adventure bike.
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Sono Motors had big plans for its $25,000 electric car, but it turns out building an EV recharged by the Sun is more challenging than you might think.
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One Porsche inspired and helped pave the way for modern sports cars and supercars as one of the first performance vehicles to adopt an all-wheel drivetrain.
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As EV production and adoption ramps up in the United States, Geely is debuting its own impressive lineup of hybrids and EVs for the Chinese auto market.
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Hallucinations in AI are not the same as they are with humans. We break down what an AI hallucination is, why it happens, and what it means for the field.
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It's up to a buyer to determine if they need something as advanced as the Galaxy S23 Ultra, or if they can make a compromise on price.
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As part of the Royal Enfield's resurrection, it would go on to release a brand new platform it calls the 650 Twins.
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As it turns out, the charging capabilities for electric vehicles look much more positive than you might expect.
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The United Kingdom made the decision to ban one type of popular bulb, and that was only the start. Why was halogen given the banhammer and which is next?
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Research out of MIT seems to suggest that self-driving vehicles may detract from the low-emissions aspirations of EVs.
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After just a week of reservations being open, Ram has halted preorders for its 1500 REV all-electric truck, showing massive interest in the new EV.
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While most automakers have phased out their manual transmissions, MINI is going the opposite direction and will give consumers even more optons.
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Hyundai and Kia vehicles vulnerable to a viral and quite damaging TikTok trend are finally getting an official solution to the ongoing problem.