“The most logical step after 6 years of steady growth and expansion” — #AddmayaIPO, touts on their social media campaign that was launched in quietude on 29th July, just a day ago. According to Investopedia , an initial public offering (IPO) is the first sale of stock by a company. Small companies looking to further the growth of their company often use an IPO as a way to generate the capital needed to expand....
The Redmi Note series is known for offering excellent value for the price. They pack in decent specs and features at very competitive prices, making them a popular choice for budget-conscious buyers who want a capable smartphone without breaking the bank. The last two generations of the Redmi Note series, the Note 11 and Note 12, cemented their reputation for offering reliable performance and great value. Both generations boasted large, vibrant displays (often AMOLED), long-lasting batteries, and capable camera systems, making them strong contenders in the budget-friendly smartphone segment....
2018 has been a great year, especially in the smartphone scene. 2019 already looks promising too; a number of OEMs have given a peek of what to expect from them in the coming months. Samsung is promising a foldable smartphone , a number of Chinese manufacturers also have 5G smartphones lined up for release. Equally, with display notches dying , we expect to see “true” full-view and bezel-less smartphones as there are already new innovations in place to bring them to actualization....
Offering consumers a functional and enjoyable app is a great way to gain their trust and loyalty. Most newcomers to the world of apps fail to realize how difficult the development process can be. Rather than attempting to handle this complex process alone, outsourcing this work to an experienced app developer is essential. You would want to avoid mistakes during the app performance testing process. Considering over 53 percent of app users claim they abandon apps that take over 3 seconds to load, your app will need to be fast and functional....
Infinix Mobile is set to launch the latest flagship in the Zero 5 series this December and, from the look of things, it could be one of the best Christmas present for their fans. Given the huge success of its predecessor, the Zero 4 that was launched earlier this year in Uganda, this new flagship comes with boosts to it that are worth noting. This is the first phone from Infinix Mobility with dual rear camera setup and 6GB of RAM....
“What appeals to the online shopper are discounts and shortened delivery time,” said Ham Namakajjo, the Jumia Uganda Country Manager, during the launch of this year’s Jumia Mobile Week – a week-long shooping sprint of mobile phones off Uganda’s biggest e-commerce brand. These, and many others, are some of the offers you should expect starting Monday 19th to Sunday 25th March 2018, in a major opportunity for you to upgrade your phone for less....
The Git version control system is highly favored by developers around the world, but its usage may not be suitable for all. In certain cases, developers might choose to seek alternatives that better suit their project needs or personal preferences. Hence, in this article, we will be examining the top 5 alternatives to Git, providing developers with valuable insight into what other options are available to them. Although Git is an excellent version control system, it is not the easiest to learn, especially for beginners....
With just 9% of the total market share as of September 2018, Africell Uganda has managed to stay in the fiercely competitive telecoms business. New telecom companies have come in and bowed out, either selling out to other players or completely abandoning the market. Here are 5 things Africell Uganda offers that other networks only dream of, and should copy maybe. Free SIM cards. If you look at it logically, why make a customer pay a price to join the network yet they are going to purchase your services like data, voice bundles, SMS and pay for mobile money services?...
One of the biggest challenges for most commuters in Uganda is the hustle of finding timely transportation when they need it most. Uber’s entry into the transport sector was at first met with skeptism but in a relatively short time, it has won hearts and minds. Uber has breathed new life in an archaic and convoluted transport system where drivers hike prices on a whim and passengers are jam-packed in taxis for the sake of making quick profits....
An HDMI cable is an indispensable item you always want to have at home. HDMI short for High Definition Multimedia is a standard and an interface or port for transmitting high definition digital video and audio data between devices. HDMI is now supported on over a billion devices including laptops, desktop computers, computer monitor, video projector, digital television. Now to take advantage of HDMI, you need devices that support the standard....
While you might think your current experience with Zoom meetings are great, we’re here to say it can be better. There are certain Zoom-dedicated Chrome extensions that can make you have an overall online meeting experience. That’s the focus of this post. We have compiled up to 7 of these Chrome extensions that serve various purposes. But all of their functions are in a bid to hold better meetings. You should read through....
As you already know, TVs are growing slimmer, so is their speakers. This right here is what makes Soundbars invaluable additions to your home entertainment system. Asides from producing room-filling sound for an enjoyable cinema-like entertainment experience, Soundbars are compact and a more affordable alternative to purchasing a full-fledged surround sound system. You most likely have shelled out hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars for a smart TV with poor audio quality....
Renown Uganda and Global tech companies will gather at the Kampala Serena Conference Center for a two-day tech expo that will coincide with the 2 nd edition of the Africa Blockchain Conference on 3 rd and 4 th July. Organized by CryptoSavannah and the Blockchain Association of Uganda, working in collaboration with the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, the tech expo will bring together developers, brands, marketers, technology providers, designers, innovators and tech evangelists looking to set the pace in the world of technology....
Africell Uganda sells a range of devices ranging from Smartphones, Tablets, Routers, MiFi’s, Modems, Solar lanterns among others. They also deal in multiple device brands. Among them are Samsung, Huawei, Alcatel, Tecno, iTel, iDroid, Zuri, Konka and Kenxingda. In this post we curate smartphones from key brands with specs and prices of select devices. Huawei smartphones at Africell Uganda – price list Africell sells a couple of Huawei devices. Unfortunately for Huawei, most of their entry level devices are quite pricy for their low specs....
Most of you already know James Bond for being being smart thanks to several of his witty tools and gadgets. I must admit that am a big fan of Bond. In fact I’ve watched more than 23 Bond movies starting with Dr. No shot in 1962. Now smartphones are already smart thanks their connectivity options, sensors, computing power and a million thirdparty apps that can extend their capabilities. One of the Apps I simply can’t do without is Airdroid ....
Bharti Airtel, a leading telecommunications services provider with operations in 20 countries across Asia and Africa today announced the establishment of a strategic partnership with MicroEnsure, the world’s leading provider of mass-market insurance products, to provide insurance services to Airtel customers in Africa. Mobile network operators in Africa have identified the growing demand for financial services, and micro insurance – a form of insurance designed specifically for low-and-middle income consumers – is no exception....
At the start of June, financial service provider KCB Bank Uganda united with Telecom Airtel Uganda to roll out Airtel Super Saver, a mobile financial solution with features that range from Instant Mobile Loans and regular Savings to Fixed Deposit Savings Accounts. Yes. You read that right. Fixed deposit accounts without the need for a bank account. This is mobile savings and loans services riding hard on the rails laid down by mobile money by the popularity in Uganda....
Google has announced that Android 12 is now available, but not to the general public. The Android 12 open-source code has been made available for smartphone brands to float their own user interface on it. Brands like Samsung will now be able to build an Android 12 based version of the OneUI or Xiaomi for its MIUI interface. According to Google, Android 12 will be coming to eligible Samsung Galaxy, OnePlus, Oppo, Realme, Tecno, Vivo, Xiaomi, and all Google Pixel smartphones, smartphones at some point this year....
Apple’s biggest software event of the year, WWDC 2017, proved to be the best convention with a sleuth of major announcements and product news. After a long run in San Francisco, this year’s convention was in San Jose and the opening key note was short of disappointment, in fact it was Apple’s biggest WWDC opener in recent memory, most probably. When Apple CEO Tim Cook took the stage to kick off WWDC on Monday, he said he was going to make big announcements....
We live in a global village. This is true for a lot of things in our modern life and at the center of it all, the internet. We rely on the web for almost everything, from keeping in touch with family and friends to keeping abreast with news and for entertainment. Recent changes in policies aimed at improving and encouraging cross-border trade and interaction between the East African countries mean you are more likely to find yourself strolling well into the neighboring country with little restriction....
