Author: Kaluka wanjala

E-commerce has undergone significant change over the past 30 years, and global retail e-commerce sales are expected to continue to grow in 2023. Mobile commerce, in particular, has seen significant growth during the COVID-19 pandemic, with total mobile app installs on the African continent growing by 17% in the first part of 2022 compared to early 2021. Consumers are increasingly using mobile devices like phones and tablets to shop and purchase products, and mobile commerce sales are expected to rise significantly in 2023. Omnichannel e-commerce is also expected to be a key trend in 2023, as post-pandemic consumers are returning…

LG Electronics is introducing an expanded line of LG gram laptops at the CES 2023 conference in Las Vegas from January 5th to 8th. The new lineup includes the gram Ultraslim and gram Style models, in addition to the 17, 16, 15, and 14 inch versions. The new laptops offer a combination of strong performance and compact design, making them suitable for productivity and entertainment. Headlining the LG gram showcase is the brand-new LG gram Ultraslim, the thinnest model yet. It has an ultra-light weight of just 998 grams and a depth of only 10.99 millimeters when closed, making it…

Some changes are happening at Safaricom with the resignation of its Chair of board of directors, John Ngumi. He has had this position for about 6 months and his resignation with no explanation raises more questions as to what might have happened.  He was appointed the Chair of board of directors back in July 2022 and expected to see his impact at some point. Interestingly enough, during his tenure, he only made one public appearance for the telco and this was during the investor briefing session. As the Chair of board, we did not expect him to be present every…

The Tecno Phantom X2 and X2 Pro are set to be the next flagship smartphones from Tecno, set to launch during the week of January 16th. Both devices come with 5G support, thanks to their MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chips and 5G modem. The Phantom X2 comes with an 6.8″ Slightly Curved AMOLED FHD+ screen, while the Phantom X2 Pro boasts an even larger 6.9″ AMOLED FHD+ display. Now Read: Tecno Phantom X2 Series Launched in Kenya starting from Ksh 68,000 In terms of operating system, both devices run Android 12 with Tecno’s own HiOS 12 overlay. The Phantom X2 comes…

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has unveiled its 2023 Flow laptop lineup, featuring the all-new Flow X13, Flow Z13, and Flow X16. The Flow X13 boasts a redesigned chassis and upgraded internals, including a 13-inch Nebula Display with QHD 165 Hz, 16:10 aspect-ratio panel and AMD Ryzen 9 processor. The Flow X13 is also 10 mm smaller than the previous model, despite packing more powerful hardware, and features a 15-inch keyboard layout and larger touchpad. The battery has also been increased to 75 Wh and the laptop supports up to 130 W charging via its USB-C adapter. The exterior of…

When it comes to enhancing the audio experience for your home theater or living room, a soundbar can be a great solution. Compact and easy to install, soundbars are a popular choice for many consumers. You can get soundbars in Kenya online through Jumia, LG brand shop and a few other online retailers as well as offline retailers. However, with so many options available on the market, it can be overwhelming to try and find the right one for your needs. Here are some key factors to consider when shopping for a new soundbar: Size: Consider the size of your…

Showmax has released a first-look teaser for the highly anticipated second season of Kenyan drama series Single Kiasi. The show follows the lives of three women living in Nairobi as they navigate marriage, relationships, and their careers, all while maintaining a strong bond of friendship. Season two picks up a few months after the dramatic events of the season one finale, and will see the characters facing transformative events that will impact their friendship in unexpected ways. The series, which is directed by Insignia Productions duo Grace Kahaki and Philippe Bresson, will premiere on 16 January 2023. It features a…

ASUS has revealed a host of new products and innovations at its virtual CES 2023 launch event. Among the standout products is ASUS Spatial Vision, the world’s first glasses-free 3D OLED laptop display technology, which provides a unique visual and working experience for creators. The company also announced a range of creator solutions including Windows 11-ready laptops with 13th Gen Intel Core i9 HX series CPUs and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series Laptop GPUs. These include the ProArt Studiobook Pro 16 3D OLED, Vivobook Pro 16X 3D OLED, Zenbook Pro 16X OLED, Zenbook Pro 14 OLED, and more. In terms…

Samsung has unveiled its latest home appliances, including a wider selection of Bespoke refrigerators, a 32-inch screen for the Bespoke 4-Door Flex with Family Hub+ and advanced AI Pro Cooking for the Bespoke AI Oven, at CES 2023. The new Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator with Family Hub+ features a 32-inch, bezel-less FHD screen, which is nearly two times larger than that of previous models. It also has a larger dashboard that allows users to experience SmartThings services, monitor and control their compatible home appliances, and watch TV shows on the picture-in-picture feature. The new range also includes Bespoke Side-by-Side and…

TV display technology has come a long way since the days of black and white cathode ray tube (CRT) TVs. In the modern world, there are several different display technologies available, each with its own set of pros and cons. If you have been looking for a new TV in Kenya, you may have been confused on which display technology to choose. Platforms like Jumia have a ton of different TVs for different prices that you can buy. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at the different TV display technologies on the market today, including liquid crystal…