Threads by Instagram is Meta’s take on Twitter. Think of Threads as a version of Instagram that allows users to share text content, like Twitter. While this platform is only a few days old, it has caused quite a stir and many think this is the next best thing ( which it could very well be ). Related: A Beginner’s Guide to Using Threads by Instagram Threads: What is this Twitter Clone?...

How to Setup Alexa Guard Open the Alexa app on your smartphone. Tap on the Menu button in the bottom-left corner of the app, and select Settings at the bottom of the menu. Scroll down to the Alexa Preferences section and select Guard . Next, when the new introduction screen that pops up, tap Set Up Guard . Smoke and CO alarms : This lets Alexa listen for beeping alerts. It then sends you a text, letting you know a smoke alarm is going off in your home....

The latest release of the Roku Operating system version 9.4 came with some improvements and new features. Roku added Roku Channel’s Live TV Channel Guide directly from the home screen so that now users can access more than 115 free live streaming channels. The other important update is addition of Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit . Roku has played quite well with the Apple ecosystem. Apple TV+ first landed on Roku platform besides Apple’s own devices....

Out of the recently concluded Mobile World Congress 2022 that was held in Barcelona, Spain, Huawei launched the MateBook E tablet (among other devices like the MateBook X Pro , MateStation X , and MatePad Paper ) that can be converted into a mini Windows laptop using its in-box keyboard dock. It has also got full support for Huawei’s M-pencil stylus. At the launch, Huawei announced that the MateBook E will be starting at a recommended retail price of $709, and, although the release date is not yet known, we expect Huawei to begin shipping in a couple of weeks....

Huawei is doubling down on the entry to mid-range segment of the market; albeit with a rather messed up naming scheme. The Y5 2019 might not come with the Prime branding like last year’s so there should be a difference between the Y5 and the Y5 Prime 2019. The new device falls in the Y series family following previous launches of Huawei Y9 2019, Y7 Prime 2019, Y6 Prime 2019, Y5 Prime 2019 respectively in Kenya....

Huawei’s CEO has confirmed that we’ll see a foldable 5G phone from the company at Mobile World Congress in February. The release makes it abundantly clear that the foldable promised for this year. Will get the official debut at Mobile World Conference 2019. Huawei’s Mobile World Congress keynote is scheduled for Sunday, February 24th, at 2PM Barcelona time / 8AM ET. Come with us to explore #ConnectingTheFuture LIVE from @MWC ....

According to the newly released 2012 IBM Tech Trends Report , only 1 in 10 organizations have the skills needed to effectively use advanced technologies such as business analytics, mobile, cloud computing, and social business. The report is based on a survey of more than 1,200 IT and business decision makers who are determining when, where, and how their organizations adopt mobile, analytics, cloud, and social technologies. According to the report, there are four pivotal information technologies that are rapidly reshaping how enterprises operate: mobile technology, business analytics, cloud computing and social business....

Over the past few months, Infinix Mobility has had a set of amazing releases in the Infinix Hot 6, Hot 6 Pro, the S3 and the most recent Note 5. While these devices have amazing and highly captivating specs not worth missing out, the price leaves out some of us that can only afford the limit of our wallets. To this, Infinix has shifted the guns to the budget-friendly Smart-series....

Infinix Mobility the device vendor that sells smartphones to Africa and Asia is set to announce the Infinix Zero 2 X509 its next flagship device in the Infinix Zero series. The Infinix Zero 2 X509 will succeed the Infinix Zero X506 which was released last year and garnered lots of media attention from smartphone enthusiasts and reviewers. The Infinix Zero 2 also known to be the Next Infinix Hero with sport a 2....

The Infinix zero 3 (X552) is now retailing exclusively on Jumia Kenya for a price of Ksh 18,499. The Infinix zero 3 sports a big 5.5 inch full HD screen( 400ppi) that is protected with the corning Gorilla Glass 3. The smartphone runs Android Lollipop and is powered by 2.2GHz Octa-core processor , 3GB of RAM and 16GB or 32GB internal memory. To capture those shots, the device is packed with a cool 20....

Sometimes, you find yourself in dire situations where your iPhone screen isn’t working as it should. In many cases, it’s either the screen isn’t responding to touch, oversensitive, or reacts on its own without being touched. Regardless of which category you fall in, you most likely need this guide. Sometimes, the cause of the iPhone screen not working issue might be a recent software upgrade. However, the solution isn’t always to downgrade your device....

Nokia has been doing great in their comeback under the management of HMD Global. Their phones have been praised for their top notch build quality that the brand has been known for since the early days and the fact that they all run Android One is just an icing on the cake. But that is not their only business today, they remain a top player in the abandoned feature-phone market segment with notable devices like the new banana phone, Nokia 8810 and the redesigned legend, the Nokia 3310....

Nairobi’s transportation landscape is as vibrant and diverse as the city itself. From the iconic matatus with their booming music and flashy designs to the ever-present boda bodas weaving effortlessly through traffic, there’s a transport mode to suit every need and budget. In recent years, ride-hailing services like Uber and Bolt have transformed how we get around. Recently, we’ve seen the introduction of a new tier to Uber’s offering in Kenya in the form of Uber Comfort , but one question often arises: Is it worth upgrading to Uber Comfort ?...

Sometimes we face certain issues with our devices and cannot exactly explain what caused them. One of these issues is experiencing slow charging with your iPhone or not charging at all. There are a number of things you can try, especially when you’re not sure what the cause is. In this post, we’ll take you through 5 things you can do if your iPhone is charging slow or not charging. Read through....

The itel A16 is coming on strong as the smartphone for everyone. Replacing the A11, 14 and 15, the A16 is better, affordable and fully functional smartphone. It is itel’s shot at getting a smartphone into everyone’s hand. Of course these are commendable efforts in a country where smartphone and device penetration are still below minimums mainly because of access and affordability. Itel pioneered this cause and has been producing quality entry level smartphones to enable more people afford one....

The fourth (2020) edition of the annual Kampala Innovation Week (KIW) has been launched today by Startup Uganda and the largest startup gathering event is going virtual this year because of the COVID pandemic. Slated under the theme “Recovery & Resilience: Innovation and Entrepreneurship as a tool for the youth,” the event will run from 26th to 28th November 2020 and aims to bring together startups, social innovators, investors, corporations, development partners and government ministries, agencies and departments to discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on entrepreneurship and innovation in Uganda....

Last year’s LG G6 was easily one of the most underrated devices of the year. It spotted flagship specs, a very pretty build but still couldn’t quite shine in a market dominated by the likes of the Galaxy S8. During this year’s Mobile World Congress when most major phone makers from Asus to Samsung were launching their flagships for 2018, LG was missing. They instead chose to launch a beefed up version of their V30 from last year, the LG V30+....

In business, competition is the key to success. From the shoes on your feet to the phone in your hands, every product you own got there because of cutthroat business decisions. Fintech Startups drove many Banks to online and digital banking solutions to broader their service delivery to customers beyond the walls of their branches. In Uganda, a few banks have taken the initiative to allow customers to open new Bank accounts online without visiting a bank branch....

As an eCommerce business owner, logistics can be a nightmare especially when you have multiple delivery locations and riders to track. Seeing how important order fulfillment is to your customers, you’d want to ensure that you have this area covered and that it brings in positive reviews. Renda is a startup helping both small and medium eCommerce businesses in Africa cross this off their list. And so this post will share what Renda Africa is all about, how it works, and how it can benefit you as a business owner....

Microsoft customers in Botswana, Ethiopia, Namibia, Tanzania, Uganda & Zambia, are getting Office365 on free trial for 120 days.The announcement was made through the software giant’s Twitter handle for East Africa. To our customers in Botswana, Ethiopia, Namibia, Tanzania, Uganda & Zambia, get #Office365 on free trial for 120 days http://t.co/zvDgd0ckXI Advertisement - Continue reading below — Microsoft EastAfrica (@Microsoftea) November 18, 2013 Office 365 is a subscription-based online office and software plus services suite which offers access to various services and software built around the Microsoft Office platform....