World’s Thinnest Tri-fold: Inside Tecno’s Ultra

TECNO MOBILE has unveiled its latest tri-fold concept, the TECNO PHANTOM Ultimate G Fold Concept . This innovative device showcases a dual-screen, inward-folding tri-fold design and delivers a massive 9.94-inch display with significantly enhanced durability. Measuring just 11.49mm when folded and starting from an ultra-slim 3.49mm when unfolded, it sets a new industry benchmark as the thinnest tri-fold device, redefining what’s possible in foldable technology. Innovative G-Style Tri-fold Design Unlike conventional tri-fold devices that leave their delicate flexible screens exposed, the PHANTOM Ultimate G Fold Concept showcases an innovative G-Style design....

February 4, 2026 · 12 min · 2386 words · Brian Corp

Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 7: Here’s Everything We Know So Far

New Updates are being added at the bottom of this page. Original post dated May 7, 2022 follows: The Mi Band series of fitness trackers have been popular among wellness enthusiasts and fashionistas alike for various reasons. Of course, these inexpensive wearables offer a lot of fitness tracking but they also look cool, all while offering a lot of smartwatch functionality. The Mi Band 6 made a few notable improvements over its predecessor the Mi Band 5 and made the product a lot more appealing for many users....

February 4, 2026 · 13 min · 2619 words · Deanna Lovejoy

Xiaomi Redmi 7: Another Well Priced Budget Smartphone

Thinking about getting a smartphone that doesn’t cost much and offers fairly good specs, then the Xiaomi Redmi 7 should be on your radar. Following the launch of its less affordable Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro , here comes a smartphone that you can get for as low as $105 . Xiaomi’s reputation precedes it in the budget smartphone sector and it has proven to be a trusted brand to reckon with as far as these smartphones are concerned....

February 4, 2026 · 13 min · 2562 words · Timothy Baker

Xiaomi Tv Stick 4k Vs Mi Tv Stick: Specs And Feature Comparison

The Xiaomi TV Stick 4K is packed with some major updates. The most obvious is the support for 4K. One of the major drawbacks of the Mi TV Stick when it launched was that its maximum output was just 2K HDR (1080P) resolution. Fortunately, Xiaomi decided to step things up with this new TV Stick. Xiaomi TV Stick vs Mi TV Stick: Specs TV Stick 4K Mi TV Stick TV Stick 4K Mi TV Stick Dimensions 106....

February 4, 2026 · 11 min · 2224 words · Christopher Garcia

You Can Now Pre

Huawei devices have been getting so much attention lately. One might even argue that Huawei has become the HTC or LG we saw in the yesteryears. The Mate 20 Pro was arguably the best smartphone of the year 2018 and this year, the company is off to a good start with the web now awash with glorious reviews of the camera-centric Huawei P30 Pro. But for most of us, especially in this part of the world where price is everything, the Huawei P30 Lite is the device to get....

February 4, 2026 · 11 min · 2209 words · Jean Bryant

10 Creative Ways You Can Use A Smartphone Offline Without Any Mobile Data

Did you know there are lots of things you can use your smartphone for offline? It’s so rare to be without an internet connection these days. In Uganda, Airtel claims a whopping 100% 3G connection across the country. However, being offline can still happen if you visit a rural area, travel abroad, technical issues with the ISP, or when your internet bundle gets used up. Sometimes, it can be deliberate when you decide to take the high road and disconnect to concentrate on important things like reading a book or writing....

February 3, 2026 · 17 min · 3575 words · Jessica Thomas

5 Gboard Features You Probably Don’t Know About

Many people use Gboard, a virtual keyboard app by Google, and are not really aware of the many features it comes packed with. While Google keeps trying to make the user experience a great one, these features, from my observation, are usually underutilized. This post takes you through some features of Google Keyboard that you might not have encountered or used before. All of these features make your typing experience great....

February 3, 2026 · 12 min · 2521 words · Juan Bowen

5 Places To Buy Tecno Smartphones In Uganda

Nobody wants to buy a fake or counterfeit phone. We keep getting lots of questions about where to buy genuine Tecno smartphones in Uganda so we decided to write a post to address that issue. In this post, we will show you 5 places where you can purchase genuine Tecno smartphones in Uganda. Whenever you are buying a smartphone, always ask about the guarantee and demand a receipt for your purchase....

February 3, 2026 · 15 min · 3106 words · Richard Staley

5 Ugandan Outstanding Enterprise Applications Changing How Businesses Operate

We know that Technology or ICT is increasingly redefining how big and small businesses work world over. Mobile technology and cloud technologies make us more connected, work collaboratively and access our data anytime, anywhere. That is why these Ugandan software companies are tapping into these opportunities to help enterprises operate more cost effectively and efficiently. #1. PSM(Package For School Management) Started in 2007 by two graduating students without prior computer science training, Ronald Sebuhinja and Ivan Serunkuma, PSM is a school management system that brings advantages of electronic data storage and processing to schools....

February 3, 2026 · 14 min · 2850 words · Floyd Hutchinson

6 Reasons Why Africa Needs Raspberry Pi More Than Olpc

In 2005, MIT professor Nicholas Negroponte unveiled an idea so innovative that it had the potential of improving the lives of millions of people in developing countries around the world. He founded the One Laptop per Child(OLPC) organization to transform his vision into reality.Unfortunately,this cunning project has not lived to its expectations — distribution of low-cost, rugged computers to the poorest children in elementary schools in developing nations, to allow exploration and experimentation with the latest technologies as well as equipping students with knowledge....

February 3, 2026 · 14 min · 2916 words · Annette Eichorst

7 Things To Consider Before Purchasing A Smartphone

Smartphones have become an integral part of our day-to-day lives and it has become apparent some people can’t do without it. Meaning it’s the first thing they look at when they wake up and the last thing before shutting eye. Doesn’t matter whether it’s for doing the simplest task like snapping a photo, playing a game or even bingeing on Netflix and saving documents on the cloud. Many people are now preferring the smartphone to the computer for the simplest reason of being pocket-size, easy to carry around and pretty much does the same thing a computer does....

February 3, 2026 · 15 min · 3153 words · Martin Calderon

A Quick Guide To Switching From Windows To Linux

Windows is hands down the most popular Operating System in the world. Being the most popular however doesn’t necessarily mean it is the best. Windows can be so nagging sometimes, especially with updates. Don’t get me started on the whole malware issue. It is the most targetted Operating System and that makes sense due to its shear scale of numbers. Also, not many people are fans of the one-size-fits-all that Windows is using on its consumer-grade system....

February 3, 2026 · 15 min · 3054 words · Gregory Crews

Agile Vs Scrum: What’s The Difference?

In the world of project management, two methodologies that are often mentioned are Scrum and Agile. While they may sound similar, they are not interchangeable. In this article, we shall decode the difference between the two terms with examples. TLDR: Scrum is a subset of the Agile methodology, which means that it follows the principles and values of Agile, but it has its own distinct process. Understanding the difference between Scrum and Agile is essential for any team looking to adopt these methodologies....

February 3, 2026 · 13 min · 2661 words · Brianne Courtney

Airtel Money Sending Rates Slashed By Over 60% For Small Transactions

If you watched Ugandan TV in the early 90s, you will remember UTV’s Christmas season program lineup. Year in, year out, the program changed little and being the best Uganda had to offer at the time, we honestly couldn’t complain. It soon became a Christmas tradition to watch repeats of Sound of Music, that classic Jesus movie (at one time it was lip-synced in Luganda) and yes, The Wizard of Oz....

February 3, 2026 · 12 min · 2352 words · Debra Nguyen

Bou Makes It Illegal For Merchants To Charge Extra Fees On Visa Cards At Shops

Ever been to a checkout counter at supermarket, hospital, Hotel, Gym only to be asked additional charges on your debit card? Well, that’s happened to me several times. I’ve been asked additional Ugx 2,500-5,000 in additional to my medical bill at a dental clinic once. Now Bank of Uganda(BoU) has prohibited all merchants (Shops, retail outlets, all businesses in trade) from levying surcharges and imposing minimum transaction fees to customers using their debit or credit cards to pay for goods through a Point of Sale (PoS)/ Card machine....

February 3, 2026 · 11 min · 2202 words · Linda Sanchez

Cbdcs: What To Know About Central Bank Digital Currencies In Africa

Central bank digital currencies popularly known as CBDCs, are starting to gain prevalence all over the world. These currencies will adapt to the technological changes occurring in the financial sector. They will also bypass the challenges that currently affect offline payment systems. However, while these digital currencies are expanding, many people still do not understand the concept of a digital currency or how the Central Bank Digital Currency works. That’s why in this article, we’ll be discussing what a Central Bank Digital Currency is, how it works, its benefits, and popular misconceptions....

February 3, 2026 · 13 min · 2700 words · Debra Batista

Ces 2014: Edison Is A Computer The Size Of An Sd Card From Intel

Intel CEO Brian Krzanich announced “Edison” a “Full Pentium Class PC” the size and shape of an SD card. He made the announcement at the CES 2014. The PC is powered by Intel’s Dual-core Quark SOC , runs Linux and has both WIFI and Bluetooth connectivity. the tiny machine can connect to its own app store. the “computer” is meant to be used in wearable smart devices like a health tracker or in everyday products like coffee mugs that has to be connected to the internet....

February 3, 2026 · 11 min · 2232 words · Thomas Lee

Complete List Of Paid Subscription Services On Mtn Uganda

There is no one who hasn’t been affected by the pandemic and it is about time we need each more than ever. When it comes to good vibes, music and movies go hand in hand and MTN Uganda has a list of paid subscription services that can get you through the lockdown. Good vibes and points go great together.????Dial 16566# to pay your Tidal subscription and get yourself points while at it....

February 3, 2026 · 14 min · 2862 words · Michelle Odom

Computing: Intel Core I9 Processors Explained

For the longest possible time, Intel Core i7 was the head honcho, the most powerful CPUs, head over shoulders above the competition. That’s no longer the case, with the addition of the incredibly fast Core i9 processors to the fray. Intel Core i9 family built with Skylake-X architecture, come with processors comprising 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18 cores. This sheer horsepower effectively knocks down Core i7 from the hierarchy and takes the top spot....

February 3, 2026 · 14 min · 2886 words · Herbert Manning

Covid

MTN Uganda has updated its MTN Momo offer made as a way of curbing the spread of COVID-19 in Uganda. In its first announcement, it was just for transactions up to 30,000 that were free. MTN customers will now be able to send any amount of Mobile Money to other MTN MoMo customers free of charge at least for the next 30 days. MTN Uganda further enhanced its Mobile Money offer to try and minimize the physical exchange of physical cash....

February 3, 2026 · 11 min · 2315 words · Mary Ewing