With an aim to introduce affordable slim laptops, Intel defined several features for computer manufacturers to abide by, which include a thin, light and elegant design that’s not more than 20mm thick to qualify for ‘ultrabook’ tag name. LG’s latest Z330 laptop falling within its Xnote family has satisfactorily met Intel’s requirements, hence the ultrabook tag name. There is no second guessing about LG Xnote Z330 ultrabook’s biggest challenger ‘Apple MacBook Air’ which has dominated the market segment for a long time. Apple MacBook Air has experienced a considerable measure of success among other laptops falling within its genre, some of which succumbed to competition such as Dell Adamo. However, the emergence of ultrabooks such as LG Xnote Z330 has destabilized its grip within the market segment as consumers enjoy a vast variety of alternative laptops.
Samsung Galaxy Mini S5570 at Safaricom Shops
After Samsung Galaxy Mini S5570 was unveiled in Kenya at Safaricom retail outlets, one fact become clearer; it was the best alternative to the now fading Huawei U8150, its one of the cheapest devices running on Android operating system in the industry. Google’s outsourced Android software is fast becoming popular in Kenya compared to Blackberry OS on RIM’s products, iOS on Apple’s devices and Windows Phone software which is embraced by Nokia on its high-end devices. Huawei U8150 currently boasts as the cheapest Android device in the country consequently recording the most impressive sales in the market segment since its inception in Kenya. Samsung Galaxy Mini S5570 is fast becoming popular in the country due to its pocket friendliness coupled by some of the flourished features in the industry, it has also emerged as the best deal during the Safaricom open day, attracting majority of the visiting customers.
Zuku TV Channels on the African Basic Package
Zuku pay TV service provider has over years evolved into a major force threatening the survival of an all weather Dstv which has seen new players such as GTV emerge and fade away leaving it to enjoy a circumstantial but lucrative monopoly. The main selling point for Zuku TV is perceived to be its support for multiple platforms ranging from cable TV to satellite TV each with its pros and cons compared to Dstv which has for decades embraced satellite transmission with minimal efforts to exploring other platforms. The success and impressive growth experienced by Zuku TV has however prompted the region’s dominant pay TV service provider (Dstv) to consider exploring other platforms as witnessed from its latest product, GOtv operating on Digital Terestrial Transmission (DTT) otherwise known as Digital platform; other service providers operating on a similar platform in Kenya include Smart TV.
Nokia X2-02 Dual SIM Phone Ft. Fm Recorder & Transmitter Inside
Nokia has introduced yet another feature-phone topping up its X2 family variant sibling with some of the flourished features such as a swappable dual SIM capability. The handset maker has previously been criticized for favoring its fast becoming unpopular Symbian OS with little regard to state of the art operating systems such as Android and Windows Phone software. Looking at it differently, it is in some way beneficial revenue-wise for Nokia to let such low-end devices hung around while major industry players are striving to capture lucrative positions in the high-end market segment. Nokia X2-02 is a fine device compared to its predecessor variants featuring additional functionalities though at the same low price. The main selling point for Nokia X2-02 is its dual SIM capability which allows two SIM cards to be active at the same instance with the second SIM being hot swappable via a slot on the side.
Safaricom’s HP Mini 100e Offer; For Kids not Professionals
Once in a while, Kenyans are fascinated by offers presented by Safaricom, the country’s largest mobile service provider by market share during its open days. On various occasions during the Safaricom open days, there has always emerged the best deal from among many; in this case, HP Mini 100e has attracted the largest percentage of visiting customers. Laptops in Kenya are costly compared to western countries hence a low rated computer like HP Mini 100e is bound to attract many consumers; however, what Kenyans need to establish is the device’s intended use. According to HP, HP Mini 100e was built exclusively for school kids ranging from kindergarten to 6th grade, surprised? Well you shouldn’t be; HP Mini 100e will as useful to professionals compared to its target market, school kids. It’s a good deal yes, and I don’t object, but to who?
Orange Money Debit Visa Card by Equity Bank, Visa and Telkom Kenya
Orange Telkom Kenya through its ‘Orange Money’ service which allows subscribers to send and receive money using their cell phones, has partnered with Equity bank and Visa to introduce the first ever debit card that directly links to subscriber’s bank accounts and the Orange Money services. During the launch, Telkom Kenya’s CEO Mickael Ghossein noted the introduction of the card was as a result of the need to equip customers with additional channels through which they can access their money and carryout various transactions such as merchant payments, ATM withdrawals and online shopping. He also indicated that Orange Money Debit Visa card was in accordance with the firm’s goal of offering convenience and enabling customers access its unmatched and versatile services using multiple channels. On top of the various services available on the debit card, users will be rewarded loyalty points (Orange Telkom Kenya’s loyalty reward scheme).
‘Daktari 1525’ from Safaricom and Call-a-Doc Limited
Call-a-Doctor initiative from Kenya’s largest mobile service provider, Safaricom and ‘Call-a-Doc Limited’ will see Kenyans access medical consultations using their cell phones anytime of the day. Call-a-Doc Limited is an organization that deals with dissemination of medical information such as transcriptions and first aid procedures using the latest communication infrastructure i.e. mobile phones. The new service dubbed ‘Daktari 1525’ will allow ailing persons to seek medical attention by calling and speaking to medical experts concerning their health issues 24hours a day. Just like Safaricom’s customer care agents who are trained to address any glitches experienced by subscribers, Daktari 1525 initiative will avail qualified doctors who are registered by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board (KMPDB) to seek persons in need of their services.
Super iPhone, iOS and Smart Phones Battery Lasts 10x Longer
In what could be a major breakthrough for iPhone users, Scientists at McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science claim to have developed a battery that can sustain the much coveted Apple products 10 times longer compared to their original battery. The inventors claim to have achieved this target by encompassing different sheets of carbon and silicon to supercharge current lithium ion battery and instead replacing with a state of the art battery which regarded to last 10 times longer than the incumbent. Although initial stages mainly focused on batteries compatible with Apple products (iPhone 4S to be specific) its expected that similar technology will be employed in creating batteries for other smart phones thereby extending their lifespan by days rather than hours. Since the advent of smart phones featuring numerous functionalities, battery lifespan has remained a major thorn considering most applications such as games, and 3G/4G network technology drain enormous amount of battery power when used.