Mozilla the company behind the popular Firefox browser yesterday launched Firefox 34 for Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android. Now this is not like any other release you are used to that comes with increamental changes or bug fixes. Mozilla has made a bold move to ditch Google and instead opt for Yahoo as the default search engine. Besides making a rather unexpected switch to Yahoo that will be visible to users in North America, the organization is also kicking Skype on the bat....

Samsung has officially announced that they will hold an unpacked event at the Barcelona Mobile World Congress on the 24 of February ditching the earlier suspected date of April 2014. They did not specifically mention that they will release their most anticipated Galaxy S5 flagship phone but calling the event “Unpacked 5” alludes to the same. Seeing that Samsung launches multiple products during the year, it’s possible that they may just announce their flagship or multiple devices....

Google I/O 2023 has just been concluded and exciting announcements we did get. Today, Google has announced a new feature for its AI chatbot Bard : the ability to generate AI art using Adobe Firefly , a cloud-based creative platform. The AI war has escalated quickly with OpenAI taking the industry by storm, and Microsoft basking in the glory, all to the peril of Google all eyes were on the Mountain View company leading up to the Google I/O 2023 to see what the company had to say in light of recent developments....

Google is seemingly trying to push its dominance a little further. Google’s Android Operating System is powering more than 80% of Android Phones out there. Emerging markets where smartphones aren’t quite a thing yet have another king. KaiOS is slowly emerging as a popular choice for feature phones, particularly in the said emerging markets. Google has invested $22 Million into KaiOS. With this, KaiOS will be working on integrating Google services like search, maps, YouTube and its voice assistant into more KaiOS devices....

In a new version update (version 13.35.51) of the YouTube app, Google have added the long-awaited Dark mode (or Dark Theme, literally) for Android and iOS users of the streaming app. The Dark Mode was teased by Google as far back as March but is now available globally for all users of the YouTube App. Dark Mode (alternatively referred to as Night Mode in some apps) is preferred by many users over the usual white coloured background colour because it helps reduce the intensity of light entering the eye during smartphone use at night or in dark rooms....

This time of the year is usually a good time to forecast some of the events and developments that could happen during the course of the year. Obviously it would be foolish to do this without first accessing the main highlights of the previous year which I already did . Uganda prepares for Elections and tweets might equal to votes This is fairly obvious. Uganda will gear up for the 2016 presidential elections this year....

Apple has now released the iOS 15 after a couple of months of Beta Testing the OS after it was unveiled . However, to get this new iOS 15 update, you should make sure to be using iPhones or iPods that are compatible. Apple has made this available to quite a number of their devices. The iOS 15 is available to every device that currently runs on the iOS 14. This has opened the OS to a large range of devices starting from the iPhone 6s and 7th generation of iPod touch users....

You have probably heard it already. The magic number being thrown around by Internet service providers nowadays is 256 Kbps. Most people wouldn’t really care much about internet speeds until they suddenly notice they can’t upload an email attachment or view Photos they were tagged in on Facebook. Related post: Smile Uganda further caps Unlimited Premium data plan to 100GB for superfast internet Now we did some math for you. We wanted to know how much data you can consume a day or month with 256 Kbps....

As the world becomes increasingly reliant on technology, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a powerful tool for a range of applications. One such application is in the realm of productivity, with companies like Notion incorporating AI technology into their popular productivity app. Notion AI is the latest tool from Notion, which has been designed to help users become more productive and efficient in their daily tasks. In this article, we will explore what Notion AI is, how it works, and how it can benefit users looking to streamline their workflow....

Wyze has finally implemented one of the most requested features on their smart home security cameras. With the latest firmware update, you can now access your Wyze Cam’s Live stream and event playback right from any web browser . That means you aren’t limited to the Wyze App anymore. You can view the camera feed from any PC, Mac, Smart TV, tablet through any of the standard modem web browsers such as Chrome, Edge, Safari or Firefox ....

Letting Chrome browser take care of some things you do repeatedly can save you a whole lot of time. For example, filling in long forms. If you automatically fill out forms with Google Chrome, you can save so much time. For example, your contact or payment details. According to Google, Chrome never shares your info without your permission. This makes it safe to use for information such as credit card details....

For those who use online shopping a lot, you will realize that most of the transaction details are sent to you via email. However, there is need for caution because hackers can take advantage of this and send you malicious links. This is known as phishing. Phishing is the malicious act of keeping a false website or sending a false e-mail with the intent of masquerading as a trustworthy entity and acquire sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details....

Let’s face it, nobody wants to watch 1080p Full HD video on the 15.6” laptop screen when they have their 49” smart TV screen right in front of them. And when your buddies come over, you obviously want to cast those pics or movies to the big screen for everyone’s enjoyment. If you have a Smart TV with WiFi capabilities, casting media from your Windows 10 laptop or PC is easier than you think....

The Ugandan police recently introduced the Express Penalty System (EPS) . With this system, offenders are issued instant tickets linked to their vehicle’s number plate. If you drive your own car, you probably already know if you have a police ticket. But if you share a car, you might not know if your partner or family member was issued one. Here’s how to check. How to Check for Traffic Tickets Method 1: Using SMS Shortcode The easiest way to check if your car has an outstanding EPS ticket is via SMS....

Most Chromebooks don’t come with an Ethernet port. This isn’t limited to just Chromebook alone. Most modern laptops now don’t ship with an Ethernet port either as WiFi is the preferred and convenient way of connecting to the internet. However, connecting to a wired Ethernet network has its benefits. For starters, it’s a lot more secure to connect to a wired network. That’s why companies insist on buying laptops with Ethernet ports....

Well, that’s where Shazam comes in – it is a lifesaver in scenarios like these. All you have to do is bring out your smartphone, open the Shazam app (available on Android & iOS, and Web ), and tap the Shazam logo icon on the screen. Shazam then listens and tells you what song is playing. That said, the downside of Shazam, however, is that you can only either follow the lyrics of the song in real-time or listen to a snippet of the song – you cannot listen to the full song on Shazam....

BoomPlay has a free subscription plan which allows users access to an ad-supported version of the service for free, as well as a paid ad-free premium plan which allows users to stream and download songs and videos. What’s interesting is that you can create and share your music playlist on both subscription plans. Here’s how: How to Create and Share Playlist on Boomplay Music Open and login to your Boomplay Music app Select Library from the menu options at the bottom of the Boomplay app At the top of the Library interface, you will see Playlists ....

Giving is a noble act and can go a long way in making the life of someone easier. Eversend, an African fintech company has made giving of donations easier by introducing a Donate feature on the app. With this feature, you can give to your favorite organizations. So far, you are able to donate to 4 organizations; 40 days over 40 smiles foundation , Boundless Minds , Femme Forte , and Fundi Bots ....

Downgrading or canceling a storage plan takes effect after your current subscription billing ends. Because iCloud has a free 5 GB storage plan, you can either downgrade to another paid plan or to the free plan (which would mean canceling the paid subscription). You should know that when you downgrade and your iCloud storage exceeds your new storage plan capacity , the platform won’t sync or even update your information. It does this only after you’ve upgraded again to a new plan or delete information to free space for more....

Android is almost everywhere. Seven of ten smartphone that you will find on a typical street run on android apps, which require constant downloading and updating. The majority of users though are accustomed to using Google Play Store to access these applications, and a lack an account makes the story much longer than it should be. Putting aside the fact that downloading a file from an app store is safe and secure, there are alternatives to that direction which make it much easier and faster to get your desired app and install it on your mobile device....