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5G technology is expected to roll out by 2020, with ongoing tests and checks already in place. But amidst the wait on transition to this generation, not so many have felt the exact definition of the past G technologies. The evolution of the G has come a long way, dating back to the 80’s. It all rotates around connectivity speeds for internet devices with each generation made faster, more secure and more reliable than its predecessor....

Be it a 10-, 13-, or 15-inch laptop; affordable (worth only $100 or less) or expensive; or perhaps it was a gift from your favorite aunt, a laptop is a valuable personal property that you sure do not —for a bunch of reasons— want to lose. Think about it, losing one’s personal computer to theft can be a nightmare: financial loss, loss of files that took days, nights, and maybe years to collect, and the likelihood these files getting into the wrong hands....

It appears that CDs and DVDs have run out of fashion in the age of online media content streaming. Laptops are increasingly coming without DVD drives and frankly, most of us don’t use them as often as it used to be. However, this technology isn’t about to go away anytime soon. Free DVD ripping software, although sparse and irregularly updated still garner a bit of attention. After all, we all have these portable devices we use that can’t take DVDs and Blu-ray disks leaving us no choice but to rip our own content so that we can consume it however we see fit....

NFC (Near Field Communication) is multiplying into a feature that almost every smartphone comes embedded with. This wireless radio communication technology that allows users to use tags with their smartphones when close enough, is of great use when pairing and transfering data from one device to another – all in just new a simple tap and with no need for cables. We have occasionally written on How to know if your phone is NFC powered , and How NFC Tap and Go works ....

Truth be told, Windows can be a seemingly uncharted software jungle in the eyes of newbie and old-timer alike. For all intents and purposes, the idea of a consolidated list of software to suit every user is absurd. Nonetheless, we have taken the initiative to jot down a few Windows applications we believe will be invaluable to any computer user. 1. Antivirus software:Avast/AVG When it comes to protection from viruses, Trojans and all manner of malware, abstinence isn’t an option....

The battery technology in our mobile devices have improved tremendously over the years. From Nickel-cadmium, Nickel–metal hydride battery (NiMH), Lithium-ion, and Lithium Polymer. In the early days of smartphones, battery technologies weren’t so great, so smartphone users would form all sorts of tricks to make sure their smartphone batteries last longer. Even though battery technology has improved, and these old tricks wouldn’t work (not that they ever worked), a lot of smartphone users still believe in them fill date....

The third group of Ugandan students to visit China under the Huawei’s Seeds for the Future global Corporate Social Responsibility flagship program, who are on a two-weeks technological study trip in China, seem to be faring quite well with the Chinese culture. These students were chosen as the best from the 35 ICT related proposals presented from the Public Universities in Uganda, and were recently flagged off by the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports Mrs....

One of the mind-blowing features of the new iOS 14 update is the ability to take screenshots by tapping the back of your iPhone. With this feature, you can either do a double-tap or a triple-tap on the back of your iPhone device. And this will result in a screenshot. Typically, iPhone users can take screenshots on most iPhones by pressing the power button and either of the volume buttons simultaneously....

Aella App, which was formerly Aella Credit, was a sole loan app . Aella Credit provided instant credit solutions that eliminated the hassle of standard loan applications and enabled employees to borrow at competitive and fair rates through their employers. Currently, Aella App helps users (Nigerian) secure loans , make bill and utility payments, carry out investments, and get insured. The product has now packed these four services into one platform and as a result, is much more useful....

I was talking to an uncle of mine recently about home internet solutions for his kids at home. He had seen the first impressions earlier on my WhatsApp Status and asked me what I thought about Airtel Broadband internet. That was the moment where I had to distill all my thoughts, testings, and experience into one sentence to an average everyday person who isn’t tech-savvy. What response was “Yes, it’s fast and reliable but there are also a few hiccups here and there....

Airtel Uganda has today introduced a 3 shillings plan which allows its pre-paid customers on the Airtel network to opt for the new tariff. Customers can join the plan by dialing 10011#.” Commenting further, Mr. Lal said, “Airtel customers on this plan still have a great advantage of making cheaper on net calls by subscribing to any pakalast bundle.” David Okwii is the Editor-in-Chief of Dignited.com and a seasoned tech enthusiast whose journey began in the early 2000s....

Inifinix is one of the biggest and most sort-after smartphone brands in Nigeria. And that can be attributed to the fact that you can rely on Infinix to be consistent with releasing budget-friendly smartphones and other gadgets, and not compromise on quality. If you are considering switching to an Infinix smartphone, we made a list of all Infinix smartphones launched in Nigeria in 2022 to choose from. This should help you decide on the right Infinix smartphone to go for....

With this service, your children can access content without seeing ads, in-app purchases, external websites, or even social media. It’s ideal for parents who’d want to keep track of what their children interact with. Features Available on Kids Plus Thousands of books, movies, games, apps, and more Zero social media platforms or mature content Ad free content Easy parent dashboard for parental controls like screen limits, educational goals, etc Up to four child profiles Exclusive original content from brands like Disney, Nickelodeon, PBS Kids, Marvel, Lego and so much more Compatible with Echo, Fire tablet, Fire TV, Kindle, Android, and iOS devices Works with Amazon Alexa for hands-free mode On-the-go mobile app The service has a browser that automatically blocks mature content like social media....

Hosted on physical devices, Network-attached storages (NAS) are fast becoming popular and replacing cloud storage services like Google Drive , Dropbox, etc. Either as a beginner or rookie who is just getting started with NAS or an expert with years of experience using or dealing with NAS devices, chances are you are either using the storage device either for your home, small office, business, or enterprise. For every use case, however, there is a NAS device with specific features and properties for optimal performance....

August 26, 2014 – Beyonic is excited to announce a partnership with Mercy Corps’ Agri-Fin Mobile program, to improve mobile payments by connecting 200 mobile money agents and 10,000 mobile money recipients in real time. Everyone lauds the benefits of using electronic payments, and Beyonic continues to hear interesting stories from customers about the benefits of switching to its Funds-To-Phones platform, an enterprise cloud-based tool for managing and streamlining bulk payments to mobile....

BARCELONA, Spain, Visa Inc. and Bharti Airtel, a leading telecommunications services provider with operations in 20 countries across Asia and Africa, today announced a partnership to bring innovative mobile payment services to seven markets in Africa including Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Madagascar, Rwanda, Seychelles and Tanzania. In addition to everyday Visa transactions in stores, online and at ATMs, Airtel Money can also be used to make micro-payments, conduct fund transfers, purchase airtime and pre-paid electricity, plus Internet bundles – using an easy, safe mobile experience....

Because of targeted attacks on some Youtube channels, Google, for some time now, has been trying out different ways to de-weaponize the dislike button on its video streaming platform, Youtube. Google said it heard directly from smaller creators and those just getting started that they are unfairly targeted by this behavior. And according to Google, its experiment confirmed that this does occur at a higher proportion on smaller channels. This led Google to remove dislike counts on Youtube for content consumers but still retain the ability to tap the dislike button....

Corona Virus (COVID-19) continues to cause panic across the globe as it spreads further and deeper into Africa. To help curb this spread and contain the virus that still doesn’t have a cure, many Governments are urging behavioral change. One of the ways that COVID-19 is transmitted is by handling contaminated surfaces and infecting oneself. People across the globe have been advised to practice social isolation and self-quarantine. Other stake-holders in many economies have gone out of their way to help people have a smooth experience during this period of social isolation....

There’s a new villain in town and he’s a lot smarter and witty than Vector or El Macho. In the new despicable me 3 coming out early next year, Illumination Entertainment is casting Steve Carell as Gru, the current boss of the Minions and Trey Parker as Balthazar Bratt as the new villain. The plot centers around Gru who faces off against Balthazar Bratt, a former child star who grows up to become obsessed with the character he played in the ’80s and gets into some sibling rivalry when he meets his long lost twin brother, Dru....

When purchasing a network-attached storage (NAS) device , there are usually a couple of things to take into consideration before pumping money into a such a long-term investment. Sometimes, you have to choose between the best NAS brands to buy and other times, your decision will be based on the features of the NAS device. E.G NAS devices that transcode 4K and FHD videos etc. Some of such features that often influence the choice of NAS device you opt for include picking the best (NAS-optimized) hard drives , to go with disk or diskless models etc....