In the past few years, we have seen great cameras. The Galaxy S6 set the benchmark for what a smartphone camera could do. Google’s Pixel devices scored a phenomenon 90 on the DXOMark camera benchmark and so many other phones have since received very remarkable scores. For a while, it seemed we had reached the ceiling. Dual cameras was the next venture. Why the dual camera? You might be wondering, why dual cameras in the first place?...
But why does this happen? Why does your PC suddenly stop detecting the device it previously recognized? Why Your PC fails to recognize USB Devices The common reasons why your PC has failed to detect and recognize your USB device include: How to Fix “USB Device Not Recognized” Error 1 Try a different computer/USB device This is the first thing to do when you encounter this error. Unplug the device from the port and try it on another computer....
Formerly called USB Type-C, the USB-C port is being used by almost all Android OEMs on many of their midrange and flagship phones. For Apple though, the company had only used the USB-C port on its MacBook, MacBook Pro, and iMac line of laptops and desktop computers respectively. It wasn’t until recently, however, that the California-based giant, for the first time ever, used the USB-C port on a mobile device carrying the Apple logo, the iPad Pro....
Some of these features may be out of necessity and some because of what competitors like Uber are doing. Even with the recent price increases during peak hours, as a regular rider, I can boldly say Safeboda has a great reputation with its riders. But it’s human nature to want more right? It’s in this spirit that we have compiled some of these features we would like to see Safeboda introduce to the Safeboda App this year....
WhatsApp users, yours truly included, are unable to send photos, videos and voice messages, though text is still going through, and #instagram down is trending on Twitter. At this point, it’s unclear what might be causing the issue. In March, Facebook experienced a massive outage, supposedly due to a server configuration change. A month later, Facebook, Instagram, and Whatsapp experienced another outage. This marks the third major outage this year....
Whether Google takes on Apple on turf is irrelevant at this point. What’s important is how it’s approaching and diving into the education sector. Google Play for Education This is a custom app store filled with curated apps specifically for students and educators. It requires all students to have a Google account which according to some watchers is some kind of lock-in which is a pretty bad precedent, and teachers can then pick an app and install it across all of the classroom’s tablets or Chrombooks....
According to Investopedia, an initial public offering (IPO) is the first sale of stock by a company. Small companies looking to further the growth of their company often use an IPO as a way to generate the capital needed to expand. There are several pros and cons for IPO, although that’s a topic for another day. Addmaya is a Ugandan Film, TV and Design firm specializing in Brand Identity, Promos, Commercials, Documentaries and Graphics Design across different media platforms....
While their popularity grows, questions about SSDs also increase. In this article, we shall attempt the frequently asked questions about SSDs. What is an SSD? This computer storage device employs integrated circuit assemblies to store data permanently, usually utilizing flash memory, and serves as the secondary storage in a computer. An SSD allows computers to boot quickly, open applications much quicker and run quietly with fewer failure concerns. Read more about what an SSD is here....
But of course video calls shouldn’t replace the need to travel and have face-to-face meetings. Instead, Video calls have simplified meetings over long distances among others. Using a laptop for video calls provides a wide screen display thus making the video calling experience better. Next time you want to video call, here are the 5 top softwares for video calling on Laptops. Skype Skype is one of the industry’s most common messaging apps currently owned by Microsoft....
The advent of buying things online removes the stress of having to go to the store, malls, or market to get what you want. However, there’s the downside of physical examination of products before purchase. To mitigate the obvious cons that online shopping presents, there are ways to make sure you get the best out of online shopping. We list some of the best ways to save money shopping online below....
Sometimes in the middle of a risky venture, I am at my worst mentally and emotionally. One study I read described entrepreneurs as one of the most mentally unstable people. Sometimes it feels like riding a killer whale; Onlookers commend your confidence for taking the risk but in truth the entrepreneur is terrified to death, wondering how on earth he got there. In May last year, I walked out on my PR job to pursue my entrepreneurial dreams; to build Xibra Digital & creative, a mobile application startup....
The biggest drawback since the announcement of Windows 10 though, looking back, has been the aggressiveness with which Microsoft has marketed their new flagship. The now infamous weather forecast on live TV interrupted by a Windows 10 Upgrade prompt was quite embarrassing for Microsoft. But not even a $10,000 payout to an irate user over an unsolicited upgrade could stop Microsoft. Criticism notwithstanding, here’s why we believe you should upgrade your OS to Windows 10:...
Although there are still some problems facing the adoption of the new USB-C port and connectivity technology, its acceptance is blowing out of proportion and, give it a couple of years, it looks like it’s on its way to becoming the standard connectivity options on all our devices. Soon enough, with every new smartphone you buy, you might need to purchase new USB-C accessories. But then, one problem sticks: what happens to your old micro-USB accessories....
I would like to share few of my thoughts regarding the important things that can be done to implement security mechanisms in a typical organisation that relies on IT for its day-to-day operations. Risk Assessment All security initiatives should begin with some form of assessment to determine what you are up against so as to shape the nature of the response. In the risk assessment, the aim is to look at the relevant risks and try to determine their probability of occurring and the impact they will have to the organisation if they occur....
Uganda was the first of two countries in East Africa to adopt an Access to Information Act (ATIA) in 2005 (the other is Rwanda in 2013) which promotes the right of access to information and supports public participation in decision-making processes. As part of the forum the Ministry of Information and National Guidance in the Office of the Prime Minister (Uganda) in partnership with CIPESA and the Africa Freedom of Information Centre (AFIC) will celebrate the 10th anniversary of ATIA, host discussions to evaluate the implementation of the law, how to overcome challenges on implementation and proposals for amendments....
The days of Nokia, Bosch, Sendo, Motorola and RIM domination of the smartphone market are far long gone. The smartphone market is wide open and Chinese brands are a force to reckon with. In no time, Chinese OEMs have risen from nowhere to tussle it out with the world’s most powerful smartphone brands. OALE launched on Jumia Uganda mobile recently offering very affordable devices. The company that was founded in Shenzhen offers very affordable devices, below UGX 500,000....
As reported by Reuters, Alibaba’s IPO (registered on Friday 19th September ) ranks as the world’s biggest beating the previously set record in 2010 by Agricultural Bank of China Ltd. The company that enjoys over $400m annually in revenue streams filed at prospectus in July this year at the SEC seeking to go IPO in the United States. Experts have it that after the waves of the IPO subsiding, the company’s worth will close in at over $225 billion, making it the most expensive company to debut on the public realm....
Not too long since we say the launch of fan favorites like the Huawei Band 7, Xiaomi Mi Band 7, and Band 7 Pro, Amazfit is also throwing its hat in the ring with its competitor to these offers with the Amazfit Band 7. Here’s What to Expect From the Amazfit Band 7Amazfit band 5 review: SpO2 monitor on cheap, but Stick with the Mi Band 5 The Amazfit Band 7 comes as the successor to the Amazfit Band 5 that debuted back in 2020....
The latest feature addition is the new audio and video locks feature that lets hosts turn off the microphones and cameras of other participants, and only the host can turn them back on. This is coming just months after Google introduced the ability for meeting hosts to mute everyone in a Google meet call all at once, on desktops/laptops. Mute Other Participants Hosts in Google Meet can now use the Audio and Video Locks feature to turn off the microphones and/or cameras of other participants in the meeting....
Solar power banks are designed to be charged by mini solar panels attached to the power bank. However, this is only given as option for emergency scenarios because Solar charging is super slow. Most solar power banks support dual-charging mode; one via wall socker and another using the sun. Most vendors advice you to charge the power bank via wall power source which is a lot faster. Solar power banks range from as low as $20 to as much as $45 depending on features....
