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A premium Ugandan online consumer tech blog/website writing about tech in Uganda, Africa and beyond. We focus on News, Mobile, Telecoms, Banking & Payments, Web & Social, Personal Computing,Pay TV, Analysis and Reviews of African Technology.

05/04/2024

For years, Apple fanboys in Uganda have faced a familiar challenge: acquiring genuine Apple products often meant inflated prices or navigating the complexities of international imports. But a new chapter is dawning. Sage Buyers, a Ugandan website dedicated to Apple products, is here to change the game. This isn't just about convenience. Sage Buyers represents a shift in the tech landscape, one that prioritizes transparency and empowers Ugandan consumers, especially with its payment-on-installation option through the new website, now live at ...

Sage Buyers launches a new website offering genuine Apple products at transparent prices. Discover iPhones, Macbooks & more

26/03/2024

Kenya's mobile money pioneer, M-PESA, isn't just about sending and receiving money anymore. Safaricom has grand ambitions to transform M-PESA into a comprehensive financial hub, a place where Kenyans can manage all aspects of their finances. The new standing orders service dubbed M-PESA Ratiba, along with a growing collection of mini-apps, signals a significant step toward this 'Kenyan WeChat' vision....

M-PESA is rolling out it's standing order service dubbed M-PESA Ratiba to its customers. This is what you need to know.

26/03/2024

On Wednesday, March 20th, 2024, MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited proudly unveiled its latest innovation - a seamless ticketing option on the MoMo platform. This transformative solution marks a significant step forward in event management, offering event organizers a streamlined way to manage ticket sales and enhance attendee experiences. Related: MTN Uganda Unveils Gaming Platform ‘MTN GoGames’ Zero-Rated Shopping! Buy & Sell on MTN Uganda’s Tesa Deals Marketplace…...

The MTN MoMo Ticketing Platform is a significant step forward in managing events and ticket sales. Here is more.

26/03/2024

Let me be honest, when I stumbled across the AOMAIS Sport II, my expectations were, well, low. See, I have had been using the Oraimo Bass Go Boom as my speaker of choice for a while before my brother visited, fell in love with it and convinced me to swap it for his AOMAIS. A budget Bluetooth speaker from a brand I'd never heard of?...

Bluetooth speakers are pretty simple gadgets and they need not be expensive to give you good service and the AOMAIS Sport II is a testament to this.

25/03/2024

In what has become an annual tradition, Multichoice Uganda has yet again hiked the subscriber tariffs, not long since the last increment. Multichoice cites the depreciation of the shilling and core inflation. Content is paid for in dollars after all, and any changes affect the amount subscribers pay. DStv and GOtv is experiencing an uphill task to retain subscribers and onboard new viewers....

In what has become an annual tradition, Multichoice Uganda has yet again hiked the subscriber tariffs. Here are the new prices

22/03/2024

M-PESA Paybill services have revolutionized how businesses in Kenya collect payments from their customers. Its convenience and near-universal adoption make it a crucial tool for businesses of all sizes. However, understanding the different M-PESA Paybill tariff options is vital for businesses looking to manage costs and optimize their payment processes. In this post, we'll delve into the standard tariff structures available and how they impact both businesses and their customers....

M-PESA offers businesses various tariffs that allow for flexibility in how charges are distributed between Businesses and the customer.

22/03/2024

Spotify is intensifying the competition with YouTube Music by introducing the ability to play music videos directly within the app. This feature marks a direct strike at YouTube Music's core strength. As with most new Spotify features, music video integration is currently exclusive to Spotify Premium subscribers. Users will see a "Switch to Video" button on supported tracks, allowing for a seamless viewing experience right within the Spotify interface....

Spotify is testing out support for music videos within the player, a feature that YouTube Music holds core to its offering.

21/03/2024

Infinix, known for delivering budget-friendly devices with decent specs, is preparing to launch its latest Note 40 series in Kenya. The lineup is rumored to bring noticeable upgrades to performance, display, and especially charging speeds, which could shake up what's expected from affordable phones in the region. While the lineup has already launched globally, here's what you need to know about the specific models and the exciting new tech coming to Kenya....

Infinix's Note 40 Series of devices are set to be officially unveiled in Kenya sometime in April. Here's what we know so far.

19/03/2024

MTN Uganda is bringing a new player to the mobile marketplace scene with the launch of Tesa Deals. This platform aims to streamline buying and selling for Ugandan users, offering a convenient way to connect with potential buyers or sellers – all from their smartphones. Tesa Deals boasts a familiar interface and functionalities reminiscent of Jijji, a popular online marketplace in Uganda and elsewhere....

MTN Uganda is bringing a new player to the mobile marketplace scene with the launch of Tesa Deals to streamline buying and selling online

19/03/2024

Music lovers know the transformative power of a great speaker. Whether it's the soundtrack for a beach getaway, a background boost for focused work, or the lifeblood of a lively party, having a portable Bluetooth speaker that delivers is a game-changer. But with so many options on the market, finding the ideal fit requires some careful consideration. To help you navigate through the sea of choices, I have compiled a comprehensive guide outlining the key factors that I consider when shopping for a portable Bluetooth speaker....

Here is my complete guide to Buying a Portable Bluetooth Speaker. These are the Features to Look Out For when shopping around for one.

10/03/2024

TECNO Mobile, a leading smartphone brand in Africa, has opened its first-ever flagship store in Uganda at the Arena Mall. This exciting launch marks a new chapter for TECNO, offering Ugandan customers a unique and immersive experience in the world of mobile technology. Whether you're looking for the latest TECNO smartphones or a wide range of accessories, the store has it all, along with friendly and knowledgeable staff to answer your questions....

Read about TECNO's new flagship store in Uganda and learn how you can elevate your phone shopping experience.

27/02/2024

Whatsapp is a simple chatting app that enables you quickly compose texts, share images and documents, make audio and video calls. But did you also know that you can compose well formatted text messages within Whatsapp despite not having a fully blown rich text editor? You can make bulleted lists, numbered lists, make text bold, italic and so on. In this article, I am going to show you some of Whatsapp's text formatting shortcuts you can use to enrich your text messages....

Here's how you can make your Whatsapp messages bold, bulleted, numbered, italic and more.

26/02/2024

The Tecno Pova series has garnered a reputation for delivering affordable smartphones geared towards mobile gaming enthusiasts. Building on the success of its predecessors, the new Tecno Pova 6 Pro offers a compelling blend of performance, endurance, and eye-catching design. These features are aimed at enhancing gaming performance, display quality, and overall user experience for prospective buyers. Related: Tecno Spark 20 Specs, Price and Availability in Nigeria, Kenya and Uganda…...

TECNO has just unveiled the gamer centric Pova 6 Pro and in this post, we look at some of the features this $300 smartphone offers.

25/02/2024

Samsung just unveiled the Galaxy Fit 3 to take on a market that is dominated by players from Huawei, Amazfit, and Xiaomi. Even more obscure brands like Oraimo are now making very decent products in the market but which should you spend your money on in 2024? In this post, we put the Huawei and Xiaomi Band 8 devices against the Samsung Fit 3 to see how they stack up against each other and which one you should buy....

With fitness tracker from the top smartphone makers out, which should you buy in 2024? Huawei Band 8, Xiaomi Band 8 or Samsung Fit 3?

25/02/2024

Samsung is no stranger to smart wearable users and enthusiasts, despite this segment being heavily dominated by players like Xiaomi with their Smart Band series and the Huawei Bands. Others like Amazfit and Fitbit also enjoy a decent share of the market but Samsung seems to have focused on the premium smartwatch segment for a while. Of course, we have the…...

Spotlight of African innovation

24/02/2024

Remember the initial buzz surrounding Gemini, the AI-powered assistant touted to be the next big thing? While its sleek interface and futuristic promises enticed many, including yours truly, weeks of use have revealed a stark reality: Gemini, in its current state, falls short of replacing the trusty Google Assistant. Google Assistant was unceremoniously replaced by Gemini and frankly I was all for it....

Google Assistant was unceremoniously replaced with Gemini. If you got not love for Gemini, we show you how to revert back to Assistant

20/02/2024

Xiaomi's Redmi Buds series remains a popular choice for those seeking quality wireless earbuds on a budget. With the recent launch of the Redmi Buds 5, it's natural to wonder how they stack up against their predecessors, the Buds 4 and 3. Let's dive into the key differences and help you decide which buds are the best fit for you....

Are the newly released Redmi Buds 5 a step up from the rest? Here's us comparing the latest with Buds 4 and 3, the predecessors.

19/02/2024

Whether you’re replacing an existing mixer, or purchasing your first hand mixer, you’re about to elevate your baking game this year. Since there are many overwhelming options available in the market, getting the right fit can seem difficult. This is why we’ve analyzed several hand mixers based on their power, versatility, control and pricing to bring you affordable yet powerful options....

In this post, we’ll share the top 7 best hand mixers for baking that’ll help you make an informed decision before purchasing one.

18/02/2024

If you have a Pixel phone, you’re already familiar with its impressive camera capabilities and the convenience of Google Assistant. But did you know that your Pixel phone hides some lesser-known features under the hood that can enhance your daily experience? Pixel phones are packed with clever features, and some of the most interesting ones are hidden away in the settings....

Pixels are not just a camera phone. We take a look at some lesser-known Pixel features that can enhance your smartphone experience.

17/02/2024

If you own the Roku voice remote pro, then you have a pair of fully customizable buttons that you can configure to do what you want. The Roku voice remote pro is sold separately for $30, although it ships with a few Roku devices including the Roku Ultra, ROku streaming stick 4K+, Roku streamer Pro and Roku Plus series TV. …...

customize personal shortcut buttons you the Roku Voice Remote Pro

17/02/2024

Did you know you can completely avoid Wyze monthly subscriptions with local storage options on your Wyze camera instead? That's right. You can set your Wyze camera to record to a local microSD card installed in your camera rather than pay monthly subscriptions to Wyze. To do this, ensure that you have a compatible microSD card. These are sold separately. You can get one from Wyze store starting as low as $9 for the…...

skip costly monthly wyze subscriptions and record locally to a microsd card

17/02/2024

If you thought AI was stopping at generating images, well the revolution has only begun. Today, Open AI launched Sora, a video generative model that’ll focus on creating videos from text inputs. Although this project is still in the quality assurance stage and not available to the public, this post will share everything you need to know at the moment....

Open AI launched Sora, a video generative model that can generate videos of up to one minute based on text prompts.

13/02/2024

Canva has certainly democratized design. Whether you want to create a simple social media poster or you're looking for more complex graphics artwork, you can always turn to canva. I have used for years now to create artwork for my articles and videos. More recently, Canva jumped on the AI craze just like everybody else with the release of their own…...

here's how to use the new Ai Art generator in Canva.

13/02/2024

Did you know you could easily share files between devices using Whatsapp. That's right. If you have a PDF file someone sent to your phone and you wish to view it on your laptop, you can use Whatsapp to send yourself files between devices. I do that alot on Telegram, but Whatsapp soon added this feature as well. To do that, simply tap on the floating chat icon, then under select contact, your name will show up first as…...

Chat with yourself and Send yourself files on Whatsapp

12/02/2024

The quest for the perfect party speaker often leads down a path paved with hefty price tags and booming brand names. But what if you crave vibrant sound and pulsating beats without blowing your budget? Enter the Oraimo Bass Go Boom, a speaker promising premium party vibes at a budget-friendly price point. For clarity, this speaker is not exactly new in the market....

Oraimo Bass Go Boom is a solid bluetooth speaker that undercuts similarly spec'd competitors in price by a huge margin. Is it any good?

07/02/2024

The Google Pixel Watch is an impressive piece of engineering, offering such a stylish appearance and unparalleled functionality when looking for a watch that plays well with your Android device. But it is not without its fair share of fatal flaws. The battery life. The battery on this watch has been the subject of many harsh outlashes from owners and redicle from others....

Spotlight of African innovation

24/01/2024

The way we interact with the web is constantly evolving, and artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly important role in shaping that evolution. Google Chrome, the world's most popular web browser, is taking a major leap forward by integrating three innovative generative AI features: AI-powered Tab Grouping, Custom Themes with AI, and AI Writing Assistant. These features, currently in the experimental stage, promise to make browsing more…...

Google Chrome is introducing three new experimental AI features: powered by generative AI to make browsing easier and more personalized.

24/01/2024

At the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Series of devices last week, the star of the show was not necessarily the hardware of the devices which feel a little derivative over the past few renditions of the lineup, the AI features and capabilities were a little more intriguing. The Galaxy AI features make the S24 devices probably the smartest and most versatile Android devices we have today....

Here are devices that will get Galaxy AI features. These are mainly last year's flagships. Will others get these too? only time will tell.

23/01/2024

It has been three years since Safeboda ceased operations in Kenya and now, word has it that the ride-hailing platform is resuming operations this February. Back in November 2020 when the platform paused operations in Kenya, it cited a weigh-down of its operations and sustainability after COVID-19 struck. In a social media post, the platform confirmed the resumption of operations starting with Nairobi with a countdown clock on its official website hinting at a…...

Safeboda is set to resume operations in Nairobi following 3 years pause following COVID-19 stresses on business and operations.

22/01/2024

When it comes to choosing a top-notch streaming device with 4K capabilities and Google TV OS, the decision often boils down to picking between the Chromecast with Google TV 4K and the newer Xiaomi TV Box S 2nd Gen. In this article, we'll delve into a detailed comparison of these two devices, weighing the pros and cons of these two devices based on their features, performance, and pricing, to help you make an informed decision that aligns with your streaming preferences....

Chromecast with Google TV 4K vs Xiaomi TV Box S 2nd Gen: The pros and cons of these popular Android streaming devices.

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