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It might not have the notch, the end-to-end bezel-less screen, a USB type C connectivity, nor the face ID that is capturing the industry of late, but the A32F has its own version of distinction, and a fanatic can’t fail to be moved by some of these features. Android Go The itel A32F is the first Android Go device from itel Mobile, coming as the result of the recent partnership between the brand and Google which allows them to produce phones that run on the Androi Oreo (Go edition) operating system....

Every year, there is something new coming from smartphone manufacturers. And when you think the latest features on these smartphones can’t get better, they launch something new. Advancement in mobile screen technology now seems to be the new area of focus, as smartphone brands are now pushing to adopt higher display refresh rates – a feature that makes motion look smoother. What Is A Display Refresh Rate? Let me break this down....

You most likely have shelled out hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars for a smart TV with poor audio quality. Sadly enough, most of the best sound solutions out there cost just as much as you spent on the TV. You, however, do not have to break the bank for a complementary audio system. This is why we came up with this list containing 7 budget TV Soundbars worth considering....

I would like to share few of my thoughts regarding the important things that can be done to implement security mechanisms in a typical organisation that relies on IT for its day-to-day operations. Risk Assessment All security initiatives should begin with some form of assessment to determine what you are up against so as to shape the nature of the response. In the risk assessment, the aim is to look at the relevant risks and try to determine their probability of occurring and the impact they will have to the organisation if they occur....

The AR/VR continent Metathon may be a set of programs and events placed on by the Meta world XR fund to assist continent individuals with XR skills to build new solutions that show however the Metaverse is employed in alternative ways in Africa. The Organisers Imisi 3D is a creative studio that provides virtual and augmented reality solutions for various clients. BlackRhino VR is a Virtual reality production company in Nairobi Kenya....

Back in the day, all you had to do was to call the customer care call center however, getting to the call center today may take a little longer than it used to. Fortunately, most of the telecoms in Uganda today have Customer Care channels on Social Media that seem to be more effective in getting clients problems resolved than the conventional call centers do. We took the time to curate all the major and effective ways you can contact any of the Telecoms in Uganda;...

Khadija Sharife of the African Network of Centers for Investigative Reporting (ANCIR) – the organization that will host the platform told DW that the platform will provide a secure link between whistleblowers and media houses; “[AfriLeaks will] provide a secure tool for connectivity between the whistleblowers and the media who then investigate the substance and character of the leak,” she said. Documents with relevant information that can be uploaded through the site will be send to participating media organisations through highly secure systems that render tracing difficult to impossible in order to protect the source....

What’s in the box The Galaxy Buds comes with a bunch of other accessories like a charging case, USB Type-C, user guide, three sets of silicone fins and sporty eartips. On the other hand, the Apple Airpods comes lighter with just a charging case and lightning-to-USB cord. Appearance and Build The two wireless in-ear wireless eaphones have an entirely different look. While the Airpod sticks out like the Earpod without the wire, the Galaxy Buds looks more like last year’s Samsung Gear IconX....

With Switch On, Airtel has launched three products in one; “Multi Surf,” a service where a customer subscribes to a bundle on one mobile line and is able to add 4 other mobile numbers to surf from the same bundle irrespective of where these other mobile numbers are and what type of devices they have. Then “Internet Beerako”, a service allows users to borrow up to 100MB at no extra charge....

At these shops you can buy the latest gadgets and accessories, buy Airtime, internet, or even get your phone repaired. You can also access Airtel services like Airtel money among many others. Airtel Dealer Shops Countrywide Here is a list of Airtel Dealer shops around the country. These are not official shops but are more like dealer partnerships to extend Airtel services across the country Image: MushroomBizInc

What is Bluetooth device pairing? Bluetooth pairing can be thought of as the process of establishing a trusted connection between two bluetooth devices using a numerical password, commonly referred to as a passkey. Depending on how often one Bluetooth device connects to another, the user might opt to have the passkey saved for future connection attempts or prompt to enter the passkey each time the devices request communication with each other....

First, understand that spending more doesn’t necessarily yield performance benefits. We recommend looking out for consumer reviews from verified owners before ordering any component as it gives you the opportunity to learn from other people’s experiences. 1. Motherboard Aside from the hardware that can be plugged into a motherboard, the board itself doesn’t impact any raw performance. The difference comes in the features that only benefit certain use cases. A server motherboard with dual CPU sockets and 16 memory slots can be a poor gaming board....

After launching in Nigeria in 2014, Andela quickly expanded to other African countries (Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda) to aggregate, vet, and train software engineers. Afterward, the startup gets them remote employments from international companies. Founded by Jeremy Johnson, Christina Sass, Nadayar Enegesi, Ian Carnevale, Brice Nkengsa, and Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, Andela raised more than $180 million in funding since it launched. How Andela Works Andela sources software engineers, pay a monthly salary for the first six months, and helps them improve their skills via training and mentorship....

Starting at just $4.99 per month after a 7-day free trial for new subscribers, Apple TV+ is set to compete against established giants such as Netflix which start at $7.99 per month. The service is currently mostly tailored towards users who are already imbued in the Apple ecosystem, but the company is expanding native support of its service to other platforms. Apple TV+ is accessible in about 100 countries including some African countries....

We have already seen a considerable number of users abandoning ship. A quick search on Twitter and you’ll see tons of developers proclaiming the demice of GitHub. #MovingtoGitLab has been trending for days now. That said, here are a few alternatives you could consider of you also plan to jump ship. GitLab GitLab is the defacto alternative to GitHub. It is as close as you will ever come to the look and feel of GitHub....

Xiaomi ready to enter Western markets The purchase of the Microsoft patents is a sure sign that the Chinese company is ready to do business in Western markets such as U.S and in Europe on top of its active market in Asia and Brazil. Xiaomi now has the Intellectual Property rights to ship their smartphones with Microsoft products such as Skype and the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc) coming preinstalled with the next shipment of devices....

Buying or choosing cooking gas in Uganda seems obvious at first but it’s not as obvious. In this post, I will be showing you why and how. First of all, there are multiple gas brands in Uganda. Among the many, we have K-gas from Kobil, Mpishi gas from OiLibya, Shell gas, Total gas, Oryx gas, Hashi gas, Hass and Wes gas. Not all these brands are the same in quantity and price....

The telco has zero-rated a bunch of educational websites to help parents homeschool their children. These educational websites are targeting pre-primary and primary school kids based on the content. From our perusal, the content is mostly fun educational games, stories and videos which will keep your children entertained and occupied. Kudos to MTN Uganda for lending a hand. We know how much of a handful hyperactive children can be especially when cooped up at home....

Although the site is still operational, its last published article was on Jan 15th, the same date that the site had planned for the shutdown. Owned by Kresten Buch, we’ve known the site for its comprehensive coverage of the emerging digital Technology boom in Africa, reporting Startup stories mainly from Uganda, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa. If there are investors or entrepreneurs that are interested in taking over the platform then please contact us on [email protected]” Therefore, site’s shutting down comes as a shock to most industry watchers....

#1. Interview With Mugega Nasur: CEO Aloyo Electronics, a Multi-Million Company Meet Mugega Nasur, a Senior Four (S.4) drop-out who started an electronics company and is on a path of building the next big electronics manufacturing and assembling plant in Uganda located in the district of Luwero, Uganda. According to an interview Pctech Magazine did with him, they are positioning themselves to be the leading manufacturers of inexpensive electronic devices on the African continent....