Author: Kaluka wanjala

Itel Mobile has announced the launch and availability of the S23 smartphone in Kenya. The itel S23 is available in retail stores in Kenya starting from Ksh 14,500, quite reasonable considering what packs under the hood. This is a 4G powered smartphone and in my opinion it’s the most exciting smartphone from the company this year. You can get the itel S23 through Jumia and most offline phone retailers across the country. The itel S23 is a standout device in the company’s portfolio. The white variant  has a color-changing back which is a first for itel. This is possible thanks…

In our increasingly connected world, finding moments of peace and quiet can be a challenge. Thankfully, Instagram offers a feature known as “Quiet Mode” that allows you to pause notifications during specified hours, granting you some respite from the constant digital noise. What is Quiet Mode? Quiet Mode on Instagram is a useful tool that allows you to automatically pause your notifications for a specified time period each day. By default, this period is set from 11 PM to 7 AM, but you can easily customize it to fit your schedule. When Quiet Mode is enabled, you can still use…

Safaricom Mdogo Mdogo smartphone plan offers customers a chance to own 4G powered devices and pay for them in installments over a period of time. This program has been running for a few years and lets customers pay on a daily or weekly basis till they complete the whole amount. This is great for those who may not have the exact amount when making the purchase but can commit to a daily or weekly payment. Defaulting will lead to the device being locked till payment is made. According to Lipa Mdogo Mdogo terms, “Should you be in default on the…

OPPO has today launched its newest additions to its Reno series in Kenya. OPPO introduces its first-ever telephoto portrait camera to the Reno10 series, and it is also the first-time telephoto portrait camera made its way to its segment. In addition to professional portrait camera system, the Reno10 Pro 5G and Reno10 5G are both presented in ultra-slim body, big battery and Battery Health Engine (BHE) for durable battery life span, SUPERVOOC for fast charging, and the Dynamic Computing Engine that keeps the phone running smoothly for as long as 4 years.  Reno10 5G Just as the Reno10 Pro 5G, the…

The 80th Venice International Film Festival is the stage Infinix chose to unveil its latest smartphone, the Infinix, the Infinix Zero 30 5G smartphone. This event showcased how technology and filmmaking are converging to create a new era of mobile cinematography. The star of the event was the launch of the Infinix Zero 30 5G and the introduction of the Mobile Vlog Awards of Infinix (MVA). Standout Camera The the Infinix Zero 30 5G, promises to revolutionize the world of vlogging and mobile cinematography. This smartphone boasts a front-facing 50MP camera with Ultra HD (4K/60FPS) video recording capabilities. Notably, this…

Google has appointed Alex Okosi to the role of Managing Director for Google in Africa. Prior to this, he was the Managing Director for YouTube EMEA Emerging Markets. As the MD for Google in Africa, Alex will be responsible for Google’s operations in Africa including programs to help businesses and economies on the continent to grow, as well as expanding access and providing tools to help the next billion users get more from the Web. “Alex is a proven leader with a wealth of experience in the media and technology industries. He has a deep understanding of African countries and…

The OPPO Reno10 5G is launching in Kenya today. It is the successor to the Reno8 T that I reviewed a few months back. I did love the Reno8 T particularly its design with the curved display and back. OPPO is keeping this design language with the Reno10 5G. It is a beautiful phone that stands out everywhere I go. I got the Ice Blue color that looks stunning. The phone I will be unboxing is the standard OPPO Reno10 5G, there is the OPPO Reno10 Pro which comes with slightly better specs and features. The OPPO Reno10 5G is available…

Zoho is one of the leading business applications developers. The company has announced that it is currently serving over 100 million users globally. The company has over 55 business applications, some are free while some require a subscription. This growth comes on the heels of the company reaching 1 billion USD in annual revenue last year. Zoho has seen impressive growth over the years back from 2008 when it only had 1 million users to 100 million in 2023. 50 Million of the users became customers within the past five years.  “I want to thank all of our customers for…

Vertiv has announced the appointment of Tarsus Distribution as a distribution partner for Sub Saharan Africa, with the aim of further expanding Vertiv’s reach across the region, in particular within the local IT channel. Tarsus has a rich and successful history, having done business within the Southern African Development Community (SADC) for more than 35 years. The company – one of Southern Africa’s strongest distribution companies – has seen ongoing achievement with many tier one brands looking to move from a direct model to a channel approach. Aside from their broad reach across Sub Saharan Africa, Tarsus has a dedicated…

The TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield 200 is set to take place later this month in San Francisco. The event is scheduled for September 19 through to September 21 and will see two Kenyan startups showcase their products/services. The TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200 is an event put together to showcase startups from around the globe. All the 200 companies pitch on the Pitch Showcase Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt, go through training, have access to masterclasses, private receptions, communities and investor meet and greets. Out of all the startups, 20 will be selected to take part in the final round to pitch…