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Nokia 3, Nokia 5, Nokia 6, Nokia 3310 launched in Kenya; Here are the prices and specs
HMD Global yesterday unveiled its flagship Nokia-branded Android phones in Kenya. The phones comprise of the Nokia 3, Nokia 5…
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Nokia enables companies in MENA to capatilise on the opportunities of IoT
Organizations across the world are investing in the digital transformation to remain relevant to their customers and survive disruption. The…
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Rwanda Government pioneers Smart City Innovation with SRG and Nokia
Rwanda, Kigali – Nokia and SRG will collaborate with the Government of Rwanda to deploy Smart City technology to improve…
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Nokia malware report reveals new all-time high in mobile device infections and major IoT device security vulnerabilities
The latest Threat Intelligence Report by Nokia has revealed a new all-time high in mobile device malware infections, a sharp increase…
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MediaTek and Nokia Collaborate to Enable First Wave of 5G Networks and Devices
MediaTek and Nokia have announced plans to collaborate on the design of a next-generation mobile communication system for 5G technology.…
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MWC2017: The Nokia 3310 is here, complete with a colour screen and Internet access
Yes, the Nokia 3310 is finally here. The device has been launched at the 2017 Mobile World Conference in Barcelona,…
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Nokia launches next generation fiber technology delivers high capacity, low latency mobile transport solution for 5G era
Nokia has announced that it is introducing a broad set of next-generation fiber access solutions that deliver on the capacity…
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Guys, Nokia is bringing back the Nokia 3310 this month
Listen, guys, something incredible is about to happen in the mobile phone world. What am I talking about? Well, reports…
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Nokia launches Gigabit Smart portfolio to make ultra-broadband network transformation easier and more predictable
Nokia announced the launch of its Gigabit Smart Build portfolio to help service providers build ultra-broadband networks easily and more…
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Microsoft introduces the Nokia 216 and Nokia 216 feature phones in Kenya
Microsoft has today introduced two new devices, Nokia 216 and Nokia 216 Dual SIM into the Kenyan market. The two…
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Nokia-Branded Android devices to Launch in Q4 2016
Rumours about Nokia working on an Android device have been all over online tech platforms for quite some time now.…
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Meet Nokias’ $60,000 OZO virtual reality (VR) camera
If you thought we were not going to see much from Nokia after selling its mobile business to Microsoft in…
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#MWC16: Nokia outlines plans to seize new opportunities in 5G and IoT
Nokia today outlined its approach as a renewed company for leading the development of next-generation 5G technology and the Internet…
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Nokia to receive Loads of money from Samsung after patent license arbitration ruling
Nokia has today been awarded additional licensing fee from Samsung by the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber…
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Nokia and the French Government announce agreement on a shared vision of innovation
Nokia together with the French government have announced an agreement that will see Nokia help to drive innovation in France…
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Nokia, Ericsson and Intel collaborating on Next-Generation Wireless Connectivity for Internet of Things Market Segment
Nokia, Ericsson and Intel Corporation have announced their support for Narrow-Band Long-Term Evolution (NB-LTE) technology as the ideal wireless connectivity…
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Nokia to sell HERE maps to automotive industry consortium at an enterprise value of EUR 2.8 billion
Nokia has announced an agreement to sell its HERE digital mapping and location services business to a consortium of leading automotive…
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Nokia partners with HP, Microsoft and Telefonica to create IT enterprise infrastructure
By Nixon Kanali, TechTrendsKE Nokia has entered into strategic partnerships with HP, Microsoft and Telefonica to create an exceptional IT…
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Gadgets
Microsoft unveils the Nokia 105 and Nokia 105 Dual SIM
Microsoft has added two new devices to its family, the new Nokia 105 and Nokia 105 Dual SIM targeted at first-time mobile…
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Hands on with the new Nokia 130
Microsoft announced the launch of its latest addition to Nokia 130,the latest addition to its phone range, the Nokia 130.…
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Microsoft drops the Nokia brand, renames it ‘Microsoft Lumia’
By Nixon Kanali, Its now official, Microsoft is now putting an end to the Nokia brand name from its products and…
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Microsoft launches Nokia 225
Microsoft had launched the all-new Nokia 225 exclusively at Nokia shop stores. According to Nokia’s official YouTube page, the “The…
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Microsoft Devices launches another of the Nokia X range in the Kenyan Market,
Microsoft Devices unit has today officially launched the Nokia XL device in the Kenyan market. The Nokia XL is one…
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Nokia launches $100 million Connected Car Fund managed by Nokia Growth Partners (NGP)
Nokia yesterday announced the launch of a USD 100 million Connected Car fund to be managed by Nokia Growth Partners…
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Nokia Tune marks its twentieth birthday, so where did it all start?
It’s arguably the most-played melody today. With more than a billion Nokia handsets in global circulation, the renowned Nokia ringtone,…
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Microsoft officially welcomes the Nokia Devices and Services business
Microsoft has completed its acquisition of the Nokia Devices and Services business. The acquisition has been approved by Nokia…
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Microsoft to Close Nokia Acquisition deal this Friday
Microsoft and Nokia have closed out all of the last-minute transactional details. On Friday, Microsoft is expected to officially complete its…
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Nokia Recalls 30,000 Chargers for Lumia 2520 Tablet
Last week on Thursday Finnish telecom company Nokia recalled 30,000 chargers for its Lumia 2520 tablet due to a risk it could…
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Hands on with the new Nokia 225: Slimmest affordable Phone Yet
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSqSeytngW0 Nokia recently released what they’ are calling the Slimmest Affordable Internet Phone (to date) whose main aim they says…
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Hands-on with the newn Nokia’s new Lumia 930
Nokia has Announced yet Another Lumia: The Lumia 930 With a 5-inch display has a…
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Nokia X opens new market for Android app developers.
(Photo source:google) the new nokia x The start of salesof the new Nokia X in the Kenyan market is expected…
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The Nokia X to be launched for the Kenyan market this Thursday.
Nokia has just unveiled its X phone in India today. The phone will be launched for the Kenyan market this…
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Nokia Launches the NOKIA TREASURE TAG that helps you not to lose your valuables
How many times have you left the house, only to realise you’ve left your wallet, or your phone, sitting on…
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Nokia’s first Android smartphone, Nokia X
Nokia’s first Android smartphone, Nokia X will soon hit the market.The Nokia X, previously known as Nokia Normandy, will…
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Nokia introduces a wealth of new innovative smartphones at Nairobi showcase
Nokia today announced the arrival of its first 6-inch Lumia smartphones in Kenya, the Nokia Lumia 1520 and the…
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Could Nokia Lumia 1520 Be The Best Windows Phone Yet?
The device is the first Windows phone to come with a snapdragon 800 SoC, the first to have a quad-core…
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LINX adds Mombasa to its global network map
The London Internet Exchange (LINX) is expanding its interconnection service provision in Kenya, adding LINX Mombasa to its global network…
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M-KOPA assembles 1.5 million phones in Kenya, aiming for 10 million by 2027
M-KOPA, the financial technology firm assembled over 1.5 million phones in Kenya in 2024, aiming to reach 10 million locally…
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HMD Embraces Multi-Brand Approach as Part of Its Evolution
HMD went through a major transformation early this year intending to use tech innovation to make people’s lives easier and…
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Boost Your Digital Well-being with HMD’s Smartphone Detox Solutions
Digital detox: Daisy Koech was so angry that she repossessed a smartphone her husband had gifted her 12-year-old daughter. Daisy’s…
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HMD Expands Its Horizon with New Branded Devices and Strategic Partnerships
HMD is no longer just making waves with Nokia smartphones—it’s now forging ahead with its own line of HMD-branded devices,…
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HMD Skyline mid-range phone with easy repairability launches in Kenya
Human Mobile Devices (HMD), has today unveiled Skyline, a new smartphone that takes inspiration from the Nokia Lumia lineup. Powered…
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The Evolution of Mobile Phone Technology
Communication around the world has been a tale of change, a change that has never stopped unfolding. Since the days…
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A Closer Look at HMD’s People-Centric Devices – The Pulse Series
HMD finally released their new HMD-branded devices and we have all been eagerly anticipating what they had in store for…
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First HMD branded devices launched in Kenya, and they’re very cheap
HMD Global, the renowned maker of Nokia phones, has unveiled its first original HMD-branded smartphones in Kenya. The first handsets…
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Discovering the Refreshed HMD Experience
HMD Global, the renowned maker of Nokia phones, has recently introduced an exciting new look and feel, along with outlining…
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5G in Kenya: More than 500k users now on the network but adoption is still slow
Kenya was among the first countries in Africa to launch the super-fast fifth-generation (5G) network. The country’s leading telco Safaricom…
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Feature phones are essential to disconnect during this festive season
Despite Kenya having a very high smartphone penetration, feature phones are still dominating the market. In fact, according to statistics…
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HMD tops Platinum EcoVadis sustainability rating for the second year running
HMD Global, the maker of Nokia phones has attained a Platinum EcoVadis 2023 Sustainability Rating for the second year running,…
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Over 1 million Kenyans have upgraded to 4G devices via Safaricom’s Lipa Mdogo Mdogo
More than 1 million Kenyans have upgraded to 4G devices via Safaricom’s Lipa Mdogo Mdogo since it was launched in…
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High cost of 5G smartphones hindering 5G adoption, says Airtel Kenya MD
Kenya has joined several other African countries that continue to roll out 5G. As of now, two of the country’s…
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Key Highlights from HMD Global’s Sustainability Progress Report 2022
HMD Global, the maker of Nokia phones just released its Sustainability Progress Report covering the fiscal year 2022. The report…
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Laser Light and WIOCC seek to bring increased Network Capacity to Africa with new $129M partnership
Laser Light Companies and Kenya-headquartered WIOCC have signed a five-year $129 million agreement for terrestrial and subsea cables expansion across Africa. …
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Airtel becomes second operator to launch 5G in Kenya
Airtel Kenya has officially become the second operator to launch 5G network after Safaricom. Launched on Tuesday, the telco noted…
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Oppo Pad Air starts selling in Kenya, priced at Ksh. 34,999
Oppo Kenya has entered the tablet market with the introduction of the OPPO Pad Air. Launched today, the tablet is…
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HMD Global: How to Protect your phone in the unexpected event of theft
As we celebrate World Password day today, Ben Stephens, UK Enterprise Business Manager at HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones,…
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Airtel announces plans to roll out 5G network in Kenya
Airtel Kenya has announced plans to introduce 5G mobile broadband services in selected neighborhoods around Nairobi. The company has stated…
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StanChart’s Solv Kenya Launches Credit Platform for Kenyan MSMEs
Solv Kenya, a B2B platform owned by Standard Chartered bank has officially launched in Kenya, aiming to make an impact…
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Just how slow is 5G adoption in Africa?
5G deployment across Africa has been very slow despite telecom operators around the world having rolled out the network since…
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BUSINESS
Telkom and Lipa Later partner to launch device financing plan
Telkom Kenya and Buy-Now-Pay-Later company Lipa Later have today announced device financing that will make it easier for Kenyans to…
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High Cost of 5G Handsets Hinder Safaricom 5G Rollout
There has been so much talk and hype about 5G network but consumers are yet to feel its impact. Since…
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Infinix’s first 5G smartphone launching soon
5G is already going commercial in most countries especially in Africa. In countries like Kenya, telcos like Safaricom which launched…
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MTN Starts 5G Trials in Côte d’Ivoire
According to the Ericsson Mobility Report released recently, Saharan Africa will reach 70 million 5G subscriptions by 2026. The report…
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GOPHER OGEMBO: Access to Phones is critical in child safety
As adults, we look into our childhood years and reminisce the memories that made us into who we are today.…
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BUSINESS
[Updated] Safaricom 5G: Speeds, Availability, Supported Phones, Coverage
Safaricom did 5G tests in the country in 2020. The telco planned to launch the next generation of mobile networks…
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Safaricom to roll out 5G to smartphone customers in coming weeks
Safaricom 5G: In July this year, Ericsson released a new report on the state of 5G in Sub-Saharan Africa. The…
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Realme Becomes First Brand to Ship 100 Million Smartphones Globally
Realme has become the fastest smartphone brand ever to ship 100 million smartphones globally. This is according to a new…
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CLOUD
[Africa Cloud Review] Simon Ngunjiri: Cloud is playing a big part in the growth of African enterprises
In our last Africa Cloud Review, we highlighted how Africa needs more cloud skillsdue to the rapidly increasing number of organizations…
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[Column] Muneer Zuhdi: 5G+, A Catalyst for Digital Transformation
Enterprises were taken by surprise by the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic and its subsequent impact on their business in…
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Airtel Kenya refutes claims it’s exiting the market
Airtel has refuted claims that it plans to exit the Kenyan market. Last week, reports emerged that the telco was…
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Reviews
Infinix HOT 10 Play Review: Could it be your next Ksh 15,000 Smartphone?
Infinix HOT 10 Play Review:: Infinix is one of the popular smartphone companies in Kenya. The company’s main focus on…
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BUSINESS
Airtel Kenya Prepares 5G Switch to Rival Safaricom
Being an early adopter of the fifth generation of cellular networks, or 5G, Safaricom is positioned to become the first…
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Gadgets
Best Phones Under Ksh 20,000 in Kenya (April 2021)
Budget phones often come with their shortcomings, but there are great phones available under Ksh 20k in Kenya. If you’re…
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Best Phones in Kenya Under Ksh.15,000 (October 2022)
You don’t necessarily need to spend much on a smartphone, thanks to the wide range of options available. And the…
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Gadgets
Best Phones in Kenya Under KES 10,000 [April 2021]
Smartphones aim at different consumers with a wide range of price tags. There is always something for everyone. Some cost…
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Google Will Not be Exhibiting at Mobile World Congress 2021
Google has cancelled exhibiting at the Mobile World Congress, MWC, 2021 event. The company cited the pandemic. The company said, “Following…
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All Smartphones on Offer in Telkom Kenya’s Easter Device Promo
Telkom Kenya is offering a variety of devices as part of its Easter Device promo. The devices included range from…
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Telkom Kenya Announces Easter Device Promotion
Telkom Kenya has announced new offers on a variety of devices as part of its Easter promotion. The telco will…
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Gadgets
Safaricom Launches First 5G Network in Kenya
Safaricom has launched its first public 5G network trials in select parts across the country. Safaricom 5G is now available…
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Kenya’s First 5G Network Launching This Week
5G is finally coming to Kenya. As expected, Kenya’s biggest telco operator Safaricom will be the first to introduce the…
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[Column] Josh Aroner: The rapid uptake of 5G and its real potential
In name, it may feel like just one small step from 4G. But the fifth generation of cellular networks is…
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Gadgets
Huawei to Charge Smartphone Companies Using Its Patented 5G Technology
Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei will begin collecting royalties from smartphone makers using its patented 5G technology. Huawei charging for its…
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Gadgets
Everyone Should Buy Smartphones with Guaranteed Android and Security Updates
On February 18th, 2018, at MWC in Barcelona, HMD Global, the licensed maker of Nokia branded phones, entered a partnership…
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Gadgets
HMD Global Advocates 5G to Keep Everyone Connected from Anywhere
The fifth generation of mobile networks, also known as 5G, is slowly but steadily rolling out to countries worldwide. 5G…
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CLOUD
[Africa Cloud Review] Simon Ngunjiri Muraya: Africa’s cloud adoption is accelerating with purpose
As we have previously highlighted Cloud Computing is growing big in Africa and has the potential to open African businesses…
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Kenya Prepares its 5G Mobile Policies Ahead of Launch
The worldwide hype around 5G still lives, but the rollout is still in nascent stages. The situation is even worse…
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Tech
Safaricom has no plans to launch 5G in the Short-term
5G is slowly but steadily being launched by different telcos around the world. In Kenya, we are yet to see…
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Gadgets
Qualcomm Partners with Google to Extend Android OS Support to Four Years
Google launched Project Treble in 2017, starting with Android Oreo, with a sole purpose of giving Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs)…
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BUSINESS
Gadgets Leo, your one-stop eCommerce shop for smartphones
Kenya has one of the most vibrant e-commerce ecosystems in Africa which has been described as the next frontier in…
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New Appointments
HMD Global appoints Alain Lejeune as global leader of operations
HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones has appointed former OneWeb advisor Alain Lejeune as its new leader of global…
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Gadgets
Samsung Phones Will Now Receive Three years of Major OS Updates
At its second annual Galaxy Unpacked event, Samsung officially debuted a slate of new devices to add to the already…
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BUSINESS
Kenya Won’t Stop Huawei from Taking Part in Construction of the Country’s 5G Network
Kenya won’t cede to US pressure to ban Huawei from taking part in its fifth-generation network, 5G. Speaking about the…
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Reviews
TECNO Pouvoir 4: Our Three Favorite Features
The TECNO Pouvoir 4 is the latest device from TECNO Mobile’s Pouvoir series to hit the local market. TECNO is…
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Gadgets
Google Lens Arrives on KaiOS-Powered Feature Phones
After the introduction of Google Assistant to smart feature phones running KaiOS in 2017, Google is now adding support for…
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Samsung Envisions the Next Generation of Communications Technology, 6G
Samsung just published a white paper entitled “The Next Hyper-Connected Experience for All.” The white paper talks about Samsung’s vision…
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BUSINESS
Jumia launches 8th Anniversary campaign to support sellers
Jumia is marking its 8th Anniversary by celebrating consumers and communities through tailored campaigns in the exceptional context of the…
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Huawei’s Patents on 5G means the US will pay despite Trump’s ban – Report
Chinese tech giant Huawei owns most 5G patents than any other tech company, reveals a study done by two firms…
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CYBER SECURITY
Android Vendors Are Making Tangible Progress in Issuance of Security Patches
Android devices, especially non-premium ones, have long been left out of the cold from critical security patches, but that has…
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CLOUD
[Column] 5G security is all-important for governments
The 5G revolution is about to flip us from a society that “uses networks” to one that “runs on networks”.…
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BUSINESS
Safaricom Will Consider Huawei To Build Its 5G Infrastructure
By now it’s presumed that you are aware of 5G, the next generation of wireless technology that takes over 4G.…
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