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Why Now? An inforgraphic created by Business intelligence company DOMO this year says it all. The inforgraphic gives us an idea on just how much data is generated every minute. Every minute: We are experiencing a data explosion of unprecedented proportions. To put it in perspespective, it is estimated that about five exabytes of data were created between the birth of the world and 2003. But how big is one Exabyte(EB)?...

According to the telco, the ambition for the Masoko platform is to bring the market to small businesses wherever they are in Kenya, and to give them access to opportunities presented by the rapid growth of e-commerce across the globe. At the same time the telco has indicated that it has opened its platform to over 16,000 Fintech developers to develop relevant products and services to customers. It has made its APIs publicly available, and SMEs can be able to test and connect to their platform directly....

Both SafeBoda and Wave Mobile money is providing mobile money services and utility payments through the app but how do they stack against each other. Let’s find out in our Wave vs SafeBoda mobile money comparison. 1. Sending Charges Sending fees have always been my dreaded service charge when it comes to mobile money service. All telecoms operating mobile money in Uganda charge sending costs for wallet transfers or cross-platform transactions which I find ridiculous....

The Galaxy Tab S in particular seems to be the intersection between innovation and functionality as Samsung has packed it with powerful specs and features to keep it relevant and irresistible. The Tab S features a 1.3 Ghz 1.9 Ghz or 2.3 Ghz Quad Core processor depending on region. 3GB RAM, 16/32 GB variations with expandable memory. The Tab S comes in an 8.4 or 10.5 Super AMOLED display with an 8MP back and 2....

Snapdrop is web-based local file sharing service that could fix this. It works through your browser, which means it can work with any platform that supports the most popular web browsers. Its built using web technologies and specifically uses WebRTC for the communication and file sharing. The developers of this web-based App say it’s inspired by Apple’s Airdrop service and it quite works similarly. The best part is that you don’t need to install any thing on either devices....

Smile communications Uganda is pleased to inform their valued customer, that we will pay the new 12% tax at no cost to you (subject to future review), and the current pricing of data bundles will not change. This comes as no surprise as Smile Uganda was among a handful of telcos that absorbed and paid the mandatory OTT tax on behalf of their customers as well 3 years ago. At such a time when we are striving to survive the covid-19 pandemic, absorbing this new tax will enable customers to connect with friends and family and conveniently work from home....

StarTimes viewers can enjoy the world cup action from anywhere and everywhere they are to ensure easy accessibility, with Africell’s discounted data packages dedicated to the App users with validity of up to 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Streaming using the bundles The StarTimes Mobile app is available to both Playstore for android users and AppStore for iPhone users. The process of livestreaming will be as follows;...

In a previous article, I listed a number of device categories you can stream content on. They include Smart TV, Smartphones, Tablets, Personal computers, Gaming consoles, Set-top Boxes, Blu-ray players, Smart Speakers, and Streaming boxes and sticks. Chances are that you already own one or more of each of these devices. The easiest way to stream online content is through your smartphone, but you’ll be limited by the screen display....

This is where TeamUOT comes in. According to Sam Tusiime, TeamUOT Client’s Relations manager; We decided to give it a spin and we found it to have a wealth of social stats/analytics that you couldn’t ordinarily get through conventional means. First time on Twitter? TeamUOT will show you around The App shows you the Top Ugandans on Twitter based on a variety of metrics such as the number of followers they have and the numbers of tweets to send per day to give you an understanding of the most “socially influential” personalities on twitter....

We’ll cover a range of categories, including wearables, TVs, smartphones, tablets, and more. Whether you’re shopping for a tech-savvy friend, a family member, or a significant other, we’ve got you covered with gift ideas for everyone on your list. Wearables Wearables are great gifts because they can track user data such as steps, sleep, heart rate, etc. This data can then help users make better lifestyle choices, such as eating healthier and exercising more....

If you want to buy your first smartphone, upgrade or change your entry level/mid-range device, buy a gift for someone or if you are a fan of really good sound, then the Tecno Boom J7 is for you. Below we take you through what to expect when you buy it. We shall be bringing you the full review of the device soon. Unboxing I have loved most of the Tecno packaging since the Phantom A and the Boom didn’t disappoint either....

Although most of the best headphones in this category start from $200, you can still get a few that offer a high-quality sound for $100 or less. In this article, we’ll share some of the best noise-canceling headphones available today along with their pricing and specifications. 1. Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones Key Specifications 10000MAH LED battery30 hours of battery lifeBluetooth 5.0Edge AI Speak to chatUSB-C connectivityMultipoint pairing4kHz to 40kHz Price: $348....

The CEO OnePlus also former VP Oppo; Pete Lau said Before anything, it suffices to say that OnePlus has outdone itself in releasing the OnePlus One when you see the power that has been packed in this phone. The specs are simply mind blowing. The Phone features 5.5Inch IPS Display, a 2.5Ghz Qualcomm Snapdragon Quadcore processor with 3GB of RAM. It also features a 13 MP rear Camera and 5MP front shooting 4K Video, a 3100mAh battery....

The three-month accelerator programme aims to unlock innovations that increase access to financial services for smallholder farmers. Village Capital has precommitted US$100,000 in funding to be awarded to two companies in the cohort. This year the Village Capital flagship accelerator programme returns to East Africa for the third time; with over 125 applications received for the 2015 programme from nine African countries. Village Capital’s investment committee selected the 12 most outstanding startups on the basis of how their ideas have the potential to increase incomes for smallholder farmers by improving their access to financial services....

They are mostly concerned with high-end graphics, big, razor-sharp displays, extensive battery life, CPU competency and all. Select manufacturers, aware of this, make smartphones fit for this purpose. Out of the numerous smartphones around the world, we’ve curated the best ones for intense gaming. The good deal is that they not only permit addictive gaming action, they also meet the needs of every other regular smartphone user. Let’s get down on the act....

Almost every bank in Uganda is offering some sort of either mobile or internet banking. The objective is to forever save you of waiting long hours in the bank — time that you could productively use elsewhere. With my personal experience of about three separate major banks, clearly Internet banking in Uganda is still very much in its infancy. Related post: Mobile Banking in Uganda: 10 Banking Apps that will save you long queues in the Bank Here’s what you can currently do....

Esther Crawford, Senior Product Manager at Twitter said, “We $ee you – sharing your PayPal link after your Tweet goes viral, adding your $Cashtag to your profile so people can support your work, dropping your Venmo handle on your birthday or if you just need some extra help. You drive the conversation on Twitter and we want to make it easier for you to support each other beyond Follows, Retweets, and Likes....

About two to three years later, mobile phones of brick size started penetrating the virgin market and more people started owning these phones. But only one phone per person. Then it was unimaginable but also unnecessary to own more than one handset since there were only two players unless you were a city tycoon in the Ad. After MTN opened shop, Mango now Uganda telecom followed suit, then Warid telecom and more recently Orange....

Uber Lite app launched in 2018, but it just launched in Uganda following launches in Kenya and South Africa earlier this year. Uber’s main app weighs in at 46 MB on my Infinix Note 5; Uber Lite is a mere 5.6 MB—that’s about 87.83% less space. Uber Lite is designed to use less RAM and CPU power, as well, so you’ll get a smoother experience on a cheaper and less powerful phones....

The announcement of Bluetooth 5 by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) should be heralded as the next step in a future dominated with the Internet of Things (IoT). Bluetooth 5 which is expected to be launched some time later this year or early next year 2017 will have massive improvements over older versions including increased signal ‘range, speed and broadcast messaging capacity.’ The Bluetooth website claims the next generation ‘Bluetooth® 5 quadruples range, doubles speed, increases data broadcasting capacity by 800%’ Before we can even extend our brains wide enough to wrap around this information, it’s inevitable that the future will be one characterised by interoperable devices....