Summary

The Tecno R7 review is one of the most interesting we’ve done so far as the R7 isn’t your everyday device. The Tecno R7 is Tecno’s answer to all the feedback they have been getting about their phones. Famous for its speedy 1.5 Ghz Mediatek Hexacore processor, 2GB of RAM, 16GB ROM at a price that won’t break the bank or your wallet, The Tecno R7 is a Dual-SIM phone only 8.4mm thin and very light too (weight not verified). It comes with a 2430mAh battery to power it, a 5200mAh battery bank to keep you juiced up, a smart cover and a 13 month warranty.

The R7 also features a 5.5’ IPS HD display, a 13MP back and a 5MP front Camera that take crisp images. Both Cameras have been customized for low light situations too. All these features not forgetting the speed and power make the R7 the perfect replacement for your current smartphone.

Regardless of the bells and whistles of the R7, it seems a little absurd to sell such a powerful device without the latest Android operating system (Kitkat). Many have also argued against the necessity of 6 cores with a 1.5Ghz clock speed but well that is up for debate. We wrote about our first impressions with the Tecno R7 and If you read that already, you can just continue to the complete Tecno R7 review below.

In the Box:

The R7 comes with a screen protector pre-installed A 2430mAh battery A 5200mAh Power Bank + USB Cable A Smart Cover One Pair of Earphones A Travel Charger + USB Cable A phone Manual A 13 Month Warranty Card A Palm Chat promotional flyer

Tecno R7 UI

Specifications

Released: March 2014 Available: April 2014 (in Uganda, Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria – Africa) Colors Available: Black SIM: Dual SIM Operating System: Android 4.2 Jelly Bean upgradable to 4.4 Kitkat Network: GSM/DCS/WCDMA Band: GSM900/DCS1800MHz/850M /1900M/WCDMA CPU: 1.5GHz 6-Core Processor MediaTek 6592 Processor Memory: 16GB ROM, 2GB RAM, Micro SD Slot expandable up to 32GB Battery Capacity: – 2430mAh, Talk time – Not Verified, Standby time – Not Verified Data: GPRS, EDGE, 3G, 3.75G Dimension: 15878.58.4m Weight: Not Verified Camera: Front-facing camera: 5.0MP BSI FF, Rear-facing camera: 13.0MP BSI AF Flash Light, Video calling and recording. Display: 5.5”IPS with a 720*1280 Resolution Entertainment: FM radio, Voice recording, E-book reader, Built-in games Connectivity: GPS navigation, WIFI（WLAN), Bluetooth V.3.5, 5 pin Micro USB port, 3.5mm Earphone jack. Sensors: Gyro -sensor, Light sensor and Proximity sensor. Common Tools: Torch, Calculator, World clock, Alarm, Memo, Calendar. Multimedia: Audio format – MWAV/MP3/MIDI/APE/MP2/AMR/FLAC Ringtone format – MIdI/MP3, Video format – AVI/3GP/MP4/MKV/WEBM Image format – BMP/JPG/GIF/PNG

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New Interface Tweaks and Features

New UI Its interesting how Tecno isn’t officially touting its new User Interface or lets say owning it but after seeing it first on the H5 then the H7 and F5, we can boldly say that they have their own custom UI. Even though we believe that it can be improved, we love it and I believe its a step in improving the user experience. Tecno has added some quick access buttons to major features like Settings, Music and Radio that you can easily get to by just a few swipes. They have also improved the notifications panel adding a torch, Calculator, Camera, Recorder and Timer. We are doing a complete review of the new UI that will be ready soon.

Answer/Mute Calls and Browse through the Menu with “Air Gesture” This is a new feature that lets you answer calls or browse the phone menu by just waving your hand over the phone. Operating the phone without actually touching it was very interesting except that it feels like they did not complete the technology. I was hoping that I could also wave my hand to browse through Photos Music and Videos and be able to play them without touching the phone, but I couldn’t.

Apart from the Air gesture, you can also mute calls by flipping the phone upside down or tilt the screen on either side to go from one page to another of the menu. Apparently you can also call contacts displayed on the screen without touching it but we never got to experience this.

Power Saving Mode Tecno was wise enough to add a power saving mode that helps you preserve battery when you need it the most. When activated, the power saving mode switches off data, dims the screen, closes major background apps and even limits CPU performance to conserve battery.

Wireless Display We also weren’t able to experience this but we believe that this is an equivalent of “MiraCast” where you can share your screen onto another device or display wirelessly.

Security – App Permissions We also found a new feature in the security settings that informs you about what every app on your phone is trying to access giving you the option of stopping that app from accessing the information or data requested.

USB OTG: Access a USB flash disk from your phone USB On-The-Go abbreviated USB OTG is a feature that allows USB devices such as digital audio players or mobile phones to act as a host, allowing other USB devices like a USB flash drive, digital camera, mouse, or keyboard to be attached to your phone. What this means is you can actually connect a USB flash drive or other device to your phone like you do on a PC.

Tecno R7 air gesture and power mode settings

Inadvertently Mode: Avoid unintended triggers on your phone I used to worry much about my phone operating itself when in my pocket. Actually one time I made calls and sent weird text messages to unintended people. Tecno has introduced a feature they are calling Inadvertently Mode that disables the screen from being sensitive to touch when in your pocket its like “Num Lock” on your Keyboard

Over The Air (OTA) Updates finally supported Tecno recently started supporting OTA updates meaning that you can now update your device to the latest Operating System. We have had reports of people who have actually had updates even though not to Kit Kat the OS.

Tecno R7 homescreen

Display: 5.5’ Screen – Lower resolution but its IPS with Corning Gorilla Glass

There is something about a huge bright and colorful display that is just so attractive. Tecno has added 5.5 inches to the R7 screen qualifying it to be a phablet (Intersection between Phone and Tablet). Tecno is continuing the IPS display legacy and this time including Corning Gorilla Glass to make the screen tougher and less prone to scratches.

Unfortunately this was all at the cost of resolution. The R7 has a 720*1280 Resolution and 320 DPI. We loved the display which was big enough for work and play since we enjoyed processing our documents and spreadsheets not to mention browsing the web among others — the screen was big enough for all we needed to do.

Design: Lovely Design but an all plastic body was a turn off

The R7 is Slim and very light and as much as this is a good thing, We didn’t feel so good about it being so light. It made it feel like it would easily slip out of my hand.

I am actually impressed with Tecno’s design trend but what I didn’t like is that there seems to be some regression here. From the Tecno Phantom A+ design we look at aspects of functional design — It was slim enough to be aesthetically pleasing but was also functional as the back cover was poly-carbonate that was dust and fingerprint proof. Even with a couple of falls, the Phantom had very few scratches or bumps because of a the Solid design.

The All plastic body makes the R7 look fragile and takes away the would be premium feel for such a powerful device. Here we are looking a fully plastic shiny back cover that is a fingerprint magnet.

Once again Tecno has eliminated the dedicated Camera button that gives quick access to the camera and makes taking selfies easy

Tecno R7 back

Performance: 2GB RAM, 16GB ROM and 6 Cores is more than the power you need

When buying a phone today, depending on one’s needs, we all want a phone that is fast and not slow allowing us to install as many apps as we want. With the Tecno Phantom A+, we only went so far and after installing a certain number of apps the phone begins to warn you about low memory and becomes a little unresponsive at times.

It is for this reason that we were looking forward to a Tecno phone with more RAM and ROM. Tecno finally listened to our concerns and released the R7. This Hexacore mobile beast has enough Memory and RAM to stay fast and fluid.

That said, our experience with the R7 was actually smooth and fast with a few glitches. As always we installed as many apps as we could since we had enough RAM and ROM to do it.

We also installed games Temple Run, Angry birds among many others that we tested to gauge how the R7 would perform and we had a good gaming experience with no games freezing.

The downside is that 6 cores with a clock speed of 1.5 GHz basically leaves a number of cores asleep. A Quadcore processor with a clock speed of 2.0Ghz would perform better than a Hexacore with with a lower clock speed. Its like a 250 Horsepower vehicle that can go at 250 miles per hour but will not.

Pre-installed Apps

Like all Tecno phones, The R7 comes with a couple of pre-installed Apps. Apart from the normal Google Apps like Gmail, Maps, Google Plus, Hangouts, PlayStore, YouTube, Stock Browser, Email Client, Calendar, Calculator and Recorder.

The Tecno also comes with Facebook, Opera mini, UC browser, Carlcare, Flash share, Palmchat, Gameloft, WhatsApp, BackUp and restore App, Blackberry’s BBM messenger, Du Battery Saver Pro version, a Wallpaper and themes app, Chrome Browser and GO keyboard.

Tecno R7 camera

Camera: Better and Faster

We earlier complained about about the lack of image stabilization in the later models of the Tecno including the H7. Even though the R7 doesn’t have image stabilization there’s something about it that we liked particularly.

it’s not only the 13MP back and 5MP front camera that make the R7 wow, Tecno also this time embedded BSI (BackSide Illumination) technology that improves a camera’s low light performance. Both the back and front camera have BSI embedded making the new Tecno camera better in comparison to the Tecno Phantom that didn’t have this improvement.

The R7 camera settings allow you to manipulate exposure, White balance, ISO and multiple color modes among others. Tecno also added Touch and Voice capture to the R7 that lets you capture an image by touching any part of the screen or by just saying “Capture”. Another new feature is the Photo frames that superimposes a frame from which you then can take an image giving the photo a different feel. Another feature the R7 has over the H7 and Phantom is that it can shoot Video with the flash on something so simple yet both the Phantom and H7 couldn’t do. so this means that you can shoot Video at night too

There is also a definite better image quality in the R7 compared to the H7 and the Phantom. The images are more vivid and have a better resolution than before. Another very important feature the R7 camera packs is that it has a faster shutter speed which coupled with the BSI technology make for great pictures in both good and low light situations.

Entertainment: Great sound with Digital Dobly and Movies on IPS display

When it comes to entertainment the R7 has you covered. From the bright and vibrant 5.5’ IPS HD Display, the FM Radio to the Dolby Sound and a better Speaker output, the R7 becomes your entertainment hub. The R7 also has 16GB Memory and an 8GB SD Card on board that will allow you put all your Music, Movies and Pictures in one place for your viewing and listening pleasure. The R7 like many Tecno phones will allow you playback Movies and Music in multiple formats

The pre installed games help you get started but if you don’t like them, you can have all the games you want installed.

Battery: 2430 mAh Battery with a 5200 mAh Battery Bank

Of course we were happy about the more mAhs added to the battery. The difference is that the bigger screen is also a big battery guzzler and is even worse with 3G turned on.

We love taking batteries to the test to see how far they can go and when we put the R7 battery to the test, this is what we came up with. We were impressed about the fact that the battery charges really fast but like many smartphone batteries it cant hold for so long.

On 3G and with heavy usage, we had about 5 hours of battery. Heavy usage involved a steady stream of calls lasting between 2 to 15 minutes. We were also browsing the web on 3G most of the time while also tethering a connection to two extra devices. As usual we took music and movie breaks and this time even listened to radio. This we did over a couple of days just to make sure the results were consistent. With 3G turned off we approximate that R7 could actually take you for more than a day or two at maximum. We also used the Battery Saver feature in the process that made 20% battery last for upto 5 more hours.

We were also impressed with the 5200mAh power bank that in comes in handy when the battery is running dry. The Battery Bank delivered one complete charge to the R7 and had some extra power for emergency. However, the one complete charge only happened when we charged the phone without using it. The Power bank also doubles as a torch that Tecno claims lights for a max of 70 hours.

Price & Availability: Now available in Uganda, Nigeria and Kenya

The R7 is now available in Uganda after having been unveiled in Nigeria and Kenya first. It’s being sold at major stores although is not yet available around the upcountry stores yet. The Tecno R7 is going for 850,000 Ugx (About $322, 52,500 Naira, 28,500 Kshs) The price may vary a little depending on where you buy it from.

Benchmark Tests

In this review we were particularly interested in Benchmarking the R7 against other popular powerful devices around the globe. We used the AnTutu App for Android and even though it gave a lot of varied results it confirmed a couple of things too

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As you can see from the Tests, the Tecno R7 is rated better than when compared with the Samsung Galaxy Note 2, galaxy S3 and the Redmi with a CPU that supports large apps, multi-tasking and RAM that is excellent for 2D/3D Graphics

Tecno R7 vs Samsung Galaxy S4, S5, Note 3, HTC One

What We Liked

  • More Ringtones
  • Better Speaker output with Digital Dolby Sound
  • New UI
  • Inadvertently Mode that prevents my phone from operating itself in my pocket
  • Bigger HD IPS display
  • More RAM and ROM
  • Better Camera with faster shutter
  • 5200mAh Power Bank
  • Smart Cover
  • Fast Charging Battery
  • Affordable Price and Availability in more African countries

What We Didn’t Like

  • All Plastic Body
  • Low clock speed for 6 cores
  • Shipping with no Android kitKat

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Talkio Mobile , Uganda’s newest telecommunications service provider, is excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Banana Life Investments, a leading chain of mobile phone and retail shops. This strategic alliance aims to bring Talkio’s innovative telecom services closer to Ugandans.

This collaboration will leverage Banana Life Investments’ extensive retail network of 26 stores strategically located across Uganda in major malls, towns, and cities to provide customers with unparalleled convenience. Through this partnership, Talkio Mobile will offer its full suite of services, including SIM cards, airtime, and exclusive product offerings at any Banana Life Investment location.

This partnership is more than a business initiative—it’s a shared commitment to transforming lives. By integrating Talkio Mobile’s forward-thinking services & nationwide reach with Banana Life Investments’ retail footprint, the two brands are setting a new standard for customer convenience and inclusivity.

READ ALSO: 5 Things You Need to Know About Talkio Mobile: New Telecom Company in Uganda

“This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission of connecting Ugandans to innovative and transformative telecom solutions,” said Vianne Allan Ahura, CEO of Talkio Mobile. “By leveraging Banana Life Investments’ trusted presence and nationwide footprint, we are not only expanding our agent network but also bringing our services closer to the communities we serve. This collaboration ensures that our online customers can now enjoy a seamless offline experience right at their doorstep. Together, we are empowering Ugandans with the tools they need to stay connected, grow their businesses, and unlock new opportunities.”

Solomon Ssemuyaba, the assistant general manager at Banana Life Investments, echoed this sentiment: “We are proud to join hands with Talkio Mobile to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions. This partnership represents our shared vision of fostering a connected future for Uganda. Together, we are redefining what convenience and accessibility mean for our customers.”

The partnership goes beyond retail distribution, introducing joint initiatives aimed at value addition and personalized service. Customers can expect seamless access to:

  • SIM Card Sales : Available at all Banana Life Investments locations.
  • Talkio phone number bookings : Book your preferred Talkio number at any Banana Life Investments location.
  • Airtime Services : Recharge easily through in-store purchases.
  • Customer Support : Friendly and knowledgeable staff trained to assist with Talkio Mobile products and services.

Additionally, the two companies plan to launch promotional campaigns and expand services to even more locations, ensuring no Ugandan is left behind in the digital transformation.

Solomon Obwot is a tech writer based in Kampala, Uganda, with extensive experience in the local tech startup ecosystem. He covers the latest news and analysis on consumer tech, writes in-depth smartphone reviews, and conducts insightful interviews with industry experts. Solomon is also a passionate podcaster, sharing his knowledge and engaging in discussions about Africa’s rapidly growing tech landscape. Send emails to [email protected]

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The Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona , the world’s largest exhibition for the mobile industry, has just concluded. This annual event gathers leading technology brands to unveil groundbreaking mobile, AI, and digital solutions innovations. At MWC 2025, TECNO showcased a range of AI-driven products, reinforcing its commitment to cutting-edge technology.

The key launches included:

  • CAMON 40 Series – AI-powered smartphones with One-Tap FlashSnap and advanced mobile imaging features.
  • MEGABOOK S14 – The world’s lightest 14-inch OLED laptop, featuring AI-enhanced multitasking and Snapdragon® X Elite.
  • MEGABOOK T14 Air & K15S – Lightweight ultrabooks with AI capabilities and extended battery life.
  • TECNO AI Glasses Series – Smart eyewear integrating AI imaging, translation, and AR display.

Jan Stryjak, Associate Director at Counterpoint Research, shared, “In the past year, we have observed significant advancements in the field of AI. AI will continue to drive transformative changes in our daily lives. In this critical period for the economic development of emerging markets, TECNO’s AI technologies are unlocking potential for diverse needs.”

“The application of AI technologies is crucial and urgent in emerging markets. We’re committed to bridging the digital gap between emerging and mature markets,” said TECNO CMO, Laury Bai. “TECNO is taking a practical approach to make AI more accessible, ensuring users in emerging markets can access AI and cutting-edge technologies.”

Laury Bai, TECNO CMO

Driven by its commitment, TECNO has forged a robust partnership with MediaTek, establishing a joint AI laboratory dedicated to accelerating advancements in AI. At the event, James Chen, Vice President of Product and Technology Marketing at MediaTek, emphasized, “The synergistic R&D efforts between TECNO and MediaTek are set to democratize AI technology. Our collaboration powers a seamless, interconnected AI experience, bringing users a future of truly connected intelligence.”

James Chen, Vice President, Product and Technology Marketing at MediaTek

CAMON 40 Series Powered by AI One-Tap FlashSnap Revolutionizes Smartphone Snapshot Photography

TECNO’s Global Product Launch Officer, Olivier Mas, officially unveiled TECNO’s next-generation AI-driven products. Attendees at TECNO’s launch event witnessed the highly anticipated debut of TECNO’s new CAMON 40 Series, a device that embodies TECNO’s legacy of excellence in mobile imaging. Featuring One-Tap FlashSnap Mode and TECNO AI, the series sets a new benchmark in smartphone photography, delivering exceptional snapshot capabilities and AI-enhanced user experiences.

Olivier Mas, TECNO Global Product Launch Officer

The CAMON 40 Series exemplifies a commitment to innovation that transcends hardware and software, extending into strategic partnerships that deliver cutting-edge AI solutions to emerging markets. Matt Waldbusser, Managing Director of Global Solutions and Consumer AI at Google Cloud, remarked, “Our collaboration with TECNO on the CAMON 40 Series is a standout example. Leveraging Google Cloud’s capabilities, we’ve introduced groundbreaking features such as Ask Ella, AI Image Generator, AI Writing, and AI Translate. I am particularly impressed by the industry-leading and competitive edge of some of these innovations. For instance, TECNO’s AI supports text translation in 136 languages, voice translation in 44 languages, and photo translation in 51 languages. We are excited to further strengthen our partnership with TECNO, unlocking limitless potential to bring advanced yet practical AI capabilities to emerging markets in a convenient and secure manner.”

Matt Waldbusser, Managing Director of Global Solutions and Consumer AI at Google Cloud

The CAMON 40 Series’ innovative One-Tap FlashSnap leverages AI to enhance imaging capabilities, revolutionizing mobile photography. AI optimizes camera startup and continuous shooting for instant captures, while AI-powered multi-frame processing intelligently reduces noise and enhances details, delivering sharper, more refined images. Additionally, the BestMoment algorithm analyzes motion patterns, automatically selecting the optimal frames for precise, high-quality shots in dynamic scenarios, ensuring users an unparalleled mobile imaging experience.

TECNO CAMON 40 Demonstrates the Cutting-Edge FlashSnap Capability

To delve deeper into the imaging prowess of the CAMON 40 Series, TECNO invited Frédéric Guichard, CEO of DXOMARK, to share the image performance of CAMON 40 Pro. Frédéric highlighted, “The CAMON 40 Pro 5G has demonstrated exceptional imaging and performance capabilities in our rigorous evaluations. We’ve been particularly impressed with photo performance being the best for devices under 600$, and the 1st eligible device to our Smart Choice Label.”

Onsite photo of Frédéric Guichard, CEO of DXOMARK

Beyond its advanced rapid-capture functionality, the integration of TECNO AI further enhances the device’s capabilities. Intelligent imaging, a 360° AI Call Assistant, and productivity tools elevate creativity and efficiency. Powered by MediaTek’s latest chipsets, the series ensures smooth performance, fast processing, and extended battery life. With a sleek, durable, and water-resistant design, it seamlessly blends style with practicality for modern users.

MEGABOOK S14, the World’s Lightest 14-inch OLED Laptop, Inspires Creators and Game Lovers

The MEGABOOK S14 is TECNO’s first OLED laptop and the industry’s lightest 14-inch OLED laptop, featuring a 2.8K OLED display and incredibly weighing only 899g (31.7oz). The laptop is equipped with the outstanding power of the Snapdragon® X Elite compute platform, the flagship chipset for AI PCs from Qualcomm Technologies, and integrates TECNO’s world’s first self-developed edge-side large-scale AI model, to achieve AI-enhanced multitasking.

World’s Lightest 14-inch Laptop MEGABOOK S14

Specifically designed for next-gen AI productivity, TECNO AI enhances the Ella AI Assistant, AI-powered PPT generation, AI-driven image search, smart albums, and offline meeting transcription with multilingual support. The External Graphics Dock, equipped with a powerful NVIDIA graphic card, delivers scalable, high-performance capabilities for design, gaming, and content creation. The laptop’s 2.8K OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate ensures exceptional visuals, while DTS:X Ultra dual 2W speakers, Wi-Fi 6E, fingerprint login, and PC Manager optimize connectivity and user experience.

TECNO’s strategic partnership with Qualcomm Technologies was a highlight of the TECNO AI Ecosystem Product Launch event, demonstrating a shared vision for the future of AI PCs. Kedar Kondap, SVP & GM of Compute and Gaming at Qualcomm, took the stage to discuss the integration of Qualcomm’s cutting-edge PC chipset into the new MEGABOOK S14 laptop, underscoring TECNO’s commitment to delivering high-performance computing solutions.

Kedar Kondap, SVP & GM of Compute and Gaming at Qualcomm

In addition, TECNO also introduced several standout new products. The featherlight 999g (35.2oz) ultrabook MEGABOOK T14 Air, features high-speed storage and LPDDR5 memory, while the ultra-thin, all-metal MEGABOOK K15S, equipped with a powerful 70Wh battery and supported by a 65W PD GaN charger, offers a smarter and more long-lasting user experience. Both devices are empowered by TECNO AI with advanced AI capabilities such as AI Album and AI Voice Assistant, making them perfect companions for all aspects of life.

The Next Game-Changing Tech Innovation: See the World with the TECNO AI Glasses Series

TECNO’s new AI Glasses Series also took center stage with the introduction of TECNO AI Glasses Pro and TECNO AI Glasses, reimagining eyewear with cutting-edge imaging, intelligent interactions, and a sleek aesthetic. The TECNO AI Glasses feature an aviator design, while the Pro model showcases a browline style, both embodying timeless elegance and modern fashion.

TECNO AI Glasses Redefine the Way People See the Future

Equipped with a 50MP high-definition camera, the series integrates an OV50D sensor, a 100° ultra-wide-angle custom lens, and an AI ISP imaging chip, forming a mobile-grade imaging system. This system lets users capture stunning, high-resolution photos with advanced AI noise reduction and HDR capabilities. With real-time translation supporting over 100 languages, TECNO AI’s Ella empowers accurate translation even for less common languages, as well as voice control, AI-powered object recognition, and intelligent information summaries for ultimate convenience.

Additionally, the AI Glasses Pro features a MicroLED display with 7th-gen resin waveguide technology, offering a 30° field of view, over 1,500 nits of brightness AR display, and a lightweight, ultra-thin design. The AR display allows users to effortlessly enjoy features like translation display, navigation, information prompts, and teleprompting.

Equipped with a 250mAh battery, these glasses offer over 11 hours of music playback and 8 hours of mixed use with just 30 minutes of charging. An advanced ultra-linear speaker, bass enhancement, and spatial sound deliver an immersive audio experience, while Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 ensure seamless connectivity.

With these innovative launches, TECNO is setting new standards in mobile imaging and AI-enhanced technology, shaping a more connected and empowered future for consumers in emerging markets. Once again, TECNO has showcased its cutting-edge innovation on the global stage at MWC. With the brand essence of “Stop at Nothing”, TECNO’s relentless pursuit of innovation is making AI-powered technology more accessible, allowing consumers to experience the future ahead of time.

Solomon Obwot is a tech writer based in Kampala, Uganda, with extensive experience in the local tech startup ecosystem. He covers the latest news and analysis on consumer tech, writes in-depth smartphone reviews, and conducts insightful interviews with industry experts. Solomon is also a passionate podcaster, sharing his knowledge and engaging in discussions about Africa’s rapidly growing tech landscape. Send emails to [email protected]

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