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Again, Plex supports basically all kinds of media file there is and it’s absolutely free to use. This guide will walk you through the process of setting up Plex on your Windows computer. Plex supports versions 7, 8, and 10 of the Windows operating system and you can follow this guide if your PC runs on any of the above Windows OS version. How to Set up Plex on Windows PC Pre-installation Media Preparation Before installing Plex on your PC, you have to ensure your files are Plex-ready and are in accordance with Plex’s nomenclature....

Startimes is one of the most affordable digital pay TV services in Africa. On top of that, it’s installation is relatively easy for anyone. Startimes They are just a few components needed; the Startimes antenna, Startimes decoder, connecting cable wire, an external lengthy pole and few accessories which accompany the decoder and antenna on purchase. The Digital Process Explained Startimes is based on the digital terrestrial signal transmission called the Digital Video Broadcast Terrestrial technology DVB – T....

On our phones for instance, we get frequent updates for our apps through the Play Store or the Apple Store depending on your operating system. These are pretty useful but aren’t exactly limited to phones. Smartwatches also receive occasional updates and in this post, we talk you through the simple process of updating your Redmi Watch 2 Lite to the latest firmware. Worth noting is that Xiaomi doesn’t really push out regular updates to its watches, at least not as often as say its Android smartphones that need to get monthly security patches....

Major flagship brands of the likes of Apple, Samsung, Sony, Huawei, LG, Pixel, Xiaomi and Nokia to name a few come with built-in Wireless Charging capabilities. But as is expected, not all smartphones are born equal in this technology fam. This one is for us homies who might not all up in that flagship craze and their fancy stuff but love good things nevertheless. Let’s show you how you can use wireless charging on your smartphone that doesn’t support it out of the box....

If you have lost your physical remote, you can control your TV or Chromecast with the Google TV Remote App on your Android phone. The prerequisite is that your phone and the TV/Chromecast must be on the same WiFi network. This is very key, otherwise, it won’t work. Read more: Top 7 Google TV features you should know To get started, you need to install the Google TV App from the Google Play Store....

It is powered by Huawei’s own Kirin 710 processor that does perform well, and lasts all day, thanks to its 4000mAh battery. My personal gripe has been the lack of any form of fast charging but that’s passable when you put into account everything else you get. And today, as an icing on the cake, Huawei Y9 2019 owners have been receiving the EMUI 9.0 Update. The update brings Android 9....

So if you’ve used your iPhone to take a picture of anything that contains text, Apple’s AI can analyze all images in your library to figure out which images, match your query. Previously, the only way you could find text in pictures was by uploading your pictures to Google photos and then searching for the associated text there. However, with this recent update, finding text is now native to the iPhone....

In this post, we’ll be highlighting the biggest differences between the newly released iPhone 13 and its predecessor – iPhone 12. In the end, you should be able to decide if an upgrade to this new one is worth it. Or maybe you’re just trying to dive into the Apple world and these two devices are top of the list. This is the post to read. Read through. READ MORE: iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max: New Features, Performance, Battery, Price....

Tecno has really been smart about this by creating a platform/website – more like a database that has the serial numbers of all the devices they have ever manufactured. The website allows you to input the IMEI of your Tecno phone and your VC number. Once you input the two and submit, Tecno will let you know if the device is genuine or not. You can also do the same for your Tecno battery (The battery verification works with only the IMEI and no VC number)....

According to a 2013 World Bank research, Rwanda is the is 3rd easiest economy to do business in Sub-Saharan Africa. The 1st being Mauritius, followed by South Africa and then Rwanda. Notably, the countries in the East African hub, that is; Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and Burundi don’t come close to Rwanda in ease of business operation. But that isn’t the benchmark Jason used in evaluating the potential of the several East African cities in hosting iROKO’s HQ....

Jumia’s decision to launch during the COVID-19-induced lockdown in South Africa is strategic. The company will try to leverage the current surge in the demand for essential items (groceries, food, etc.) to its advantage. Jumia has now launched its portal (www.Jumia.co.za) in South Africa and will offer essential items (food, groceries, medicine), to its customers in the country during the lockdown period. According to Jumia, it has joined forces with consumer food companies like Dettol, Harpic (Reckitt Benckiser), Pampers, Always, Arie & Gillette (Procter & Gamble), among other brands, to provide essential services to South Africans....

The new 120km fibre link from Nairobi to Namanga on the border of Kenya and Tanzania is one of a number of improvements that will increase capacity and reduce latency for KDN’s customers including ISPs, carriers, homes, government organisations and businesses of all sizes. KDN was recently acquired by Liquid Telecom which has built Africa’s largest fibre network spanning over 13,000km from the north of Uganda to Cape Town on a single thread....

Derived form the frustrations with BRCK, Erik pushed for a Nairobi based open makerspace called Gearbox –a hub for developers in Kenya to learn hardware and build things. By definition, a makerspace/ hackerspace/hackerlab is a center of unique communities, each supporting the individuals there to explore and do what they love, each an inspirational source of true education where anyone can learn empowering hands-on skills, each a vibrant hub of local community....

Branch is a FinTech profit-driven company providing credit, that aims to become the largest branchless bank in emerging markets like Africa. Branch uses technology (mobile app) to dramatically reduce the cost of delivering financial services to those in need. Currently, Branch is operational in Kenya and Tanzania. Download the Branch App on Google Store The round of funding was led by Andreessen Horowitz, a prestigious US-based Venture Capital firm that has previously backed top international technology companies such as Facebook and Airbnb....

So if you’ve been looking for a Duolingo alternative that focuses on learning actual phrases, you’re in luck. This article will share seven free Duolingo alternatives along with some of their key features. Keep reading to find out more. 1. Memrise If you love the gamified lessons on Duolingo, then this free app is a great alternative to start with. Memrise uses flashcards and immersive content to teach language vocabulary lessons....

Fitness bands take on a rectangular form-factor with bracelets wrapping around the wrist. They are specifically designed to keep track of your physical activity, although most also track your sleep. They have a slightly smaller screen, typically 1.1 inches or smaller, are very lightweight, and have at least a 14-day battery. They are a lot cheaper than smartwatches, typically costing less than $50. I have been using the Xiaomi Mi Band 4 fitness band for more than 6 months as my daily driver, taking it with me on casual evening workouts....

The Mi Watch follows the Mi Band 5 which is a fitness band or tracker that Xiaomi has been releasing for the last 5 years. Xiaomi has been working with Huami Technology to produce Mi band trackers along with Amazfit brand of smart watches. However, Xiaomi is has released a Smart watch in its own brand name for the first time. Mi Watch takes a circular form-factor with a 1....

Having electricity is one of those things considered a right or a privilege depending on which part of the world you are. Research has shown that access to electricity is linked to a better quality of life especially when it comes to health services. Increasing access to electricity would then mean extending national grids to all the corners of the country. The grid is basically a collection of thousands of miles of copper or Aluminium cables, power generators, transformers, substations, switch gears and the like connected systematically to transfer power from where it is generated to where it is consumed....

The smartphone is perfect for young, ambitious people looking for their first serious smartphone, as well as for feature phone users looking to upgrade, it includes a large, 5-inch HD display and is packed with apps and Microsoft services for less than $150. Local availability in East African countries such as Kenya and Uganda and pricing will be announced in coming months according to Lilian Nganda Communications Manager,Nokia East Africa....

On the contrary, our radios , phones, computers are not like that. We can move with them anywhere we like. However despite the fact that TV is much older than all these consumer electronics with the exception of radio, the almost 100 year technology terribly lags behind its counterparts in adapting to new consumer behaviour and trends. But that is all about to change thanks to mobile Digital TV(DTV). Not only will you view high resolution pictures on a digital ready TV set at home, now you’ll be able to view TV on the go....