Although Oraimo started out as an in-box accessory maker and supplier for some of Transsion’s smartphone brands including Infinix, iTel, and Tecno, it is, however, taking the accessories market on the continent by storm with various top quality accessories in its portfolio , ranging from Bluetooth speakers to power banks to earbuds. The Oraimo brand is now a full part of Transsion (The parent company for Tecno, iTel, and Infinix) – which explains its remarkable penetration in Africa....

Are you looking to get the most out of your Chromebook? Look no further! In this blog post, we will be sharing the top 20 tips and tricks for maximizing productivity on your Chromebook. From keyboard shortcuts to apps, power user features, and extensions, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or simply someone who wants to make the most of your device, these tips will help you work more efficiently and effectively....

For anyone that’s into any form of online jobs, PayPal is the defacto mode of payment. It is just as universally accepted as MasterCard and VISA. That local Banks like Equity and our very own M -PESA have first party solutions for transacting with PayPal is just an icing on the cake. Use these services frequently and they quickly pile up, increasing your expenditure. I for one pay for Netflix, Deezer, Spotify and a few more services....

When it come to events in Uganda, you will be surprised that there is actually no Ugandan mobile app (For Android, iPhone or Windows) that helps you know about events happening in and around Kampala or even Uganda. So if you want to know about events happening, there is only one place actually two. Proggie.ug . is the only Ugandan website that exclusively does events. The second is Guide2Uganda that also has an updated list of events happening in Kampala but the only difference is that events isn’t their core business....

American software company and chip maker, Qualcomm has announced the latest update to its quick charge technology. The Quick Charge 5, which according to Qualcomm is the world’s first 100W+ fast-charging solution, will be able to charge a 4,500 mAh battery from 0% to 50% in 5 minutes. This means that the battery will potentially be gaining 1% of power in 6 seconds. When compared to Quick Charge 4 , it is 70% more power-efficient, and four times faster....

Budget smartphones now have a range from budget high-end ones to low-end budget smartphones, and so does Redmi a key player in the budget market. However, the recently released Redmi 10C falls somewhere in the middle with its modest features but still has ideal specs for plenty of users out there. Keeping up with recent trends, the smartphone has a big screen, modern design and ample storage options. For the average user, this device is enough for the most part and it features a pretty hefty battery to boot....

SafeBoda, the Ugandan innovative motorcycle taxi app, has announced the launch of #YourCityRide, a series of events meant to run for a year with an aim to encourage citizens to discover more about Kampala. The campaign, which will include monthly mini-campaigns will feature a tour of the city, street food festivals, boda themed street fashion shows, among other things. At the event of the launch, SafeBoda also unveiled their new logo, comprising of two co-joined navigation tags, basically portraying boda-boda navigation....

Smartphones have become as powerful as the ordinary desktop computer sitting on your desk. But the reason why you have not thrown away your PC to the trash can is because your computer still offers unparalleled productivity compared to your phone. Your computer comes with a wide keyboard, mouse and a big screen that make working on documents, powerpoint presentation and browsing a lot easier on PC than on your phone....

When the Samsung Galaxy Fold was revealed at Mobile World Congress early this year, it drew a lot of attention across the board. The Galaxy Fold is arguably the best example of why foldable is the future of smartphones. Its 7.3-inch screen is built for productivity. Galaxy Fold has not exactly been without its fair share of drama . Despite being first released at MWC 2019, it was made available several months later, in September ....

The smartphone market has seemingly hit a plateau in recent years as all devices are fairly capable of all but the most intensive tasks, they all have beautiful displays and decent to great battery life. But they’ve also gotten pricier over the years. Today, with around $400, which device should you go for? Well, you could get a new midrange device and be very happy with it. However, there’s a case to be made about older flagships that seem to get more and more support....

Foldable smartphones have been touted to be the future of this industry. We have seen quite a number at this point, some more refined than others. Samsung has just released its second-generation foldable smartphone, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, after the Galaxy Fold. Important to note is that this is not an updated Galaxy Fold. Coming hot in the heels of yet another foldable smartphone , the Galaxy Z Flip brings quite a lot to the table....

Smart wearables have seen a general rise over the past few years with the Apple Watch at the helm owing to just how seamlessly it works within the ecosystem. For the rest of us (Android users), smartwatches have been a hit or miss and for the most part, fitness trackers have been our thing. They are inexpensive, they don’t try to be anything they’re not and they have great battery life…on top of the whole fitness tracking obviously....

Communications regulator in Uganda, Uganda communications commission (UCC) has started registering publishers who use online platforms for communication services businesses. The commission requires that online publishers and influencers get licenses. As of last year, the commission made it mandatory for all publishers to register and acquire licenses that allow them to carry out their communication and commercial services online. Head of Public Relations at UCC, Ibrahim Bbossa said, “With the growing entity of online publishers, we realized it was important to register these individuals so as they are mindful of the law and regulations as they publish their content to the public....

Xiaom’s Mi Band 4 has proved to be a great fitness band you can get for yourself at an eye-popping price point. The Chinese company is known for producing premium products at an affordable price point. The Mi Band 4 has had four product iterations since it was first launched with each release packing better specs and features. Now Xiaomi is prepping to announce the next version of their popular health and fitness wearable device, the Mi Band 5 ....

Some Smart TVs are now equipped with an in-built Microphone which enables you to directly talk to your TV with your natural voice. Before, the only way to control your TV was through physical buttons on TV remote or those directly built into the TV. However, with a Mic now built into the Smart TV itself or TV remote and aided by smart voice assistants, controlling your TV has gotten more natural....

Ask anyone that is using any operating that is mainstream, be it on PCs or mobile. Their biggest gripe is apps, finding useful and functional apps when using anything other than MacOS, Windows, Android or iOS is a serious hustle. Those of us trying our feet in the murky Linux ecosystem are not spared. For a long time, getting apps for your Linux computer was an exercise in futility. This issue was made even worse with just how fragmented the Linux ecosystem is....

Data has become a household budget item making it part of our monthly bill. Unfortunately, it is one of those bills that many people need but are not willing to pay colossal sums for. As much of the world gets online and devices get smarter, the need for internet to stay connected gets more and more apparent. This is where internet data bundles come in. In these times, there is nothing like loyalty to an Internet service provider (ISP)....

The rural school of Sidvokodvo, Swaziland is like many other rural schools in the developing world: short on resources, making to do with very little, and full of kids who are eager to learn but lack the proper tools to ensure a well rounded education. Many students here don’t complete primary school and fewer and fewer still graduate from high school or university. Those students are often left without employable skills and are left behind in a country that is struggling with an unemployment rate of over 70% and the world’s highest prevalence rate of HIV....

Tecno devices offer a lot of value for money. That’s such a cliche statement at this point but to be honest, Transsions’ devices have always done this. But times have changed and today, you’d be hard-pressed to find a bad device. Similarly, the competition has since stepped up and today, anyone in the market for a relatively affordable device will have a plethora of devices from Nokia, Vivo, Realme, and many more to choose from....

In the ever-evolving world of smartphones, TECNO has become a household name known for delivering innovative and affordable devices. With the introduction of the TECNO Camon 20 Series, the company continues to push the boundaries of what a smartphone can offer. In this blog post, we will delve into the specifications, pricing, and availability of the TECNO Camon 20 Series in Kenya. The TECNO Camon 20 Series comprises three distinct models:...