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Nokia’s Windows Phone 8 Owners to Receive Lumia Black Update

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Nokia’s Windows Phone 8 Owners to Receive Lumia Black Update

Nokia has announced the initial rollout of Lumia Black software to Windows Phone 8 device owners starting today January 10th, the update is expected to bring a ton of new innovative apps to Nokia device owners across the globe including several tweaks in the imaging segment as well as a host new features. Lumia smartphones are powered with Microsoft’s WP8 OS which currently competes head-to-head with Google’s Android OS and Apple’s iOS. The OS is however not as popular as it’s two closest rivals but has a promising future considering the commendable growth experienced by its app store. Consumers had hoped to see android powered Nokia smartphone but that has remained a feeble wish especially after Microsoft acquisition.

The Lumia Black update comes with a range of new exciting features as well as improvements in the imaging segment that are expected to make your smartphone’s experience even greater. The update brings onboard completely new apps as well as updates to existing ones with exemplary features that Lumia device owners will find pleasant. Here is a list of what you should expect from the update.

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  • App Folder. An interesting new feature that provides room for those who don’t like their current look of their start screen to customize it to their preference. It gives Lumia owners an option to group similar apps as well as settings into one folder, a tile on their start screen.  
  • Nokia Glance Screen 2.0. This feature allows users to keep track of information such as messages, emails and calendar on their smartphones in real-time. Social apps like Whatsapp, facebook and twitter are always visible at a glance on the screen saving you time and energy.  
  • Bluetooth LE. For compatible gadgets such as MiCoach accessories.
  • Nokia Refocus. Currently available to devices with RAM exceeding 1GB
  • Nokia Beamer. The update opens-up Nokia Beamer for use with other features such as beaming documents and presentations. Previously, users could only share photos. The update is available to phones with more than 1GB RAM.
  • Other Apps include Nokia Storyteller and Nokia Camera for arranging pictures and simplify the photo taking experience consecutively.  

According to Nokia’s Vice President of Software Program Management Samuli Hänninen, the Lumia Black update brings new imaging experience on your Lumia smartphone making it to be even more fluid. “New app folders as well as the ability to close them in a multitasker are my favorite”, he added.

How to Update Lumia Black Software on your Device.

Lumia Smartphones often check for new software updates and will notify when one is available. However, you can manually check yourself by going to Settings -> Phone update. On availability of Lumia Black for your device, you’ll be able to download and install it straight from that screen. The update is available in Kenya on Lumia 1020 and Lumia 925 as well other supported devices.

Orange Kenya now retailing iPhone 5c from Ksh.72599 and iPhone 5s from Ksh.85699

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Orange Kenya now retailing iPhone 5c from Ksh.72599 and iPhone 5s from Ksh.85699

Apple’s latest flagship devices are now available locally through Orange Kenya, the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c were unveiled by the service provider amidst increased competition in the domestic smartphone market. In a statement released to the media, Orange Kenya confirmed the developments saying Kenyans will now be able to purchase the devices from its stores countrywide. The move comes just a few months after the two flagship devices were unveiled; however, Kenyans have had to wait much longer compared to other markets except for those who opted to import from online stores. Looking at the pricing and specifications, iPhone 5s and 5c will go head to head with other premium devices such as S4 that are locally available.

Orange Kenya has priced the two devices from Ksh.72599 for the 16GB and Ksh.81699 for the 32GB model of iPhone 5c, while the more premium 5s will retail from Ksh.85699 for 16GB model and Ksh.98699 for the 32GB model. Emerging markets now account for more smartphone sales with an expected growth of more than 2 percent in 2014, while the developed nations will see a reduction in smartphone sales in the same year. According to data released by the international data corporation, Africa’s smartphone sales rose to 21.1 percent in the second quarter of 2013 accounting for more than 18 percent of the regions total mobile phone volume. Apple’s iPhone devices have struggled to cope up with other smartphones in Africa due to their pricing structure, Samsung’s current flagship device the costs almost 30 percent cheaper and has better specs including Samsung’s own innovation.

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AccessKenya’s Network Expansion gains Space with 5 more Counties added to its fiber network

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AccessKenya’s Network Expansion gains Space with 5 more Counties added to its fiber network

AccessKenya has announced its intention to connect five new counties to its expanding fiber and wireless network in the first quarter of 2014. The company which is one of the leading Corporate Internet and IT Solutions Provider in Kenya made the announcement a few days after upgrading its Nairobi-Mombasa fiber network for easy detection of cable cuts and deterioration. In line for connection are Kisii, Kitale, Narok, Nyahururu and Bungoma counties, and which will kick off the concerted effort to connect upto 15 counties this year.

In July 2013, AccessKenya announced that its strategic growth plans into the counties. According to Jonathan Somen, the Group Managing Director,  the company added seven new counties namely Kakamega, Kericho, Machakos, Murang’a, Kiambu,  Embu and Meru counties onto its fast growing national grid.

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Court Approves Analogue signal switch-off in Nairobi, Petition Dismissed

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Court Approves Analogue signal switch-off in Nairobi, Petition Dismissed

A Nairobi court has maintained the date for digital migration in Nairobi county, Media owners had contested the effective 23rd December 2013 citing high costs of set-top boxes and fundamental rights within the constitution. During the ruling, the judge indicated he had no intentions to stall the migration process saying the concerned parties had enough time to prepare. The judge further cited the fact that Kenya had signed an international treaty to migrate from low quality analogue transmission to digital migration, Kenya’s constitution explicitly affirms that any international treaty that Kenya enters into forms part of the Kenyan laws.

‘Businesses have to align and respond to changes’ Justice Majanja further added, acknowledging the changes broadcasters will have to make and investments needed in the process of migration. In his ruling, the judge indicated CCK was in-line to issue licenses and that it was not in breach of the constitution. The petition was dismissed. The local Media association in Kenya was seeking a 5year transition period in which Kenyans were to be educated on the migration process as well as being given enough time to buy set-top-boxes. Justice Majanja was quick to point out the case was self serving since all the stake holders were involved in the process. Media houses had sort to have both analogue and digital signals to run side-by-side.

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Fastacash lets you send money from UK to Kenya through social media

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Fastacash lets you send money from UK to Kenya through social media

Thrilled of the Mpesa mobile banking innovation? Fastacash now lets you send money from the United Kingdom to your Mpesa account or bank account in Kenya via social media. Traditionally, sending money from abroad to family members or friends in Kenya has been an area dominated by multinational banks and global money transfer providers like western union; however, emerging start-ups such as fastacash continue to bring more options onboard. Fastacash which is based in Singapore, provides an innovative way of sending money from the United Kingdom (UK) to Kenya through social networks via secure peer-to-peer transactions both locally and internationally, it’s a one of a kind payments start-up that not only allows users share content but transfer money as well.

Fastacash works by linking the user’s debit card to the platform, thereby enabling them to send money from the United Kingdom to Kenya through popular social networks such as Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter on to their bank or Mpesa accounts. The service which came to light after the partnership with VFX Plc, not only allows users to share their videos, photos and audio files but also money to their friends and family members in Kenya from the United Kingdom. According to fastacash’s website, they’ve eliminated high costs as opposed to competing companies as well as those long waits for cash to arrive. In addition, users sending money need not inconveniently go through cumbersome processes of informing the receiver about the transaction along with details. The service does all these through a secure link across your preferred social network or messaging platform.

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Startimes Pay TV Subscribers to get 6 Free To Air Channels Upon Disconnection

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Startimes Pay TV Subscribers to get 6 Free To Air Channels Upon Disconnection

StarTimes media has today moved to provide access to at least six Free To Air channels upon the expiry of subscriber’s monthly subscription. StarTimes subscribers on the Pay Television platform will have a two week access to KBC, Citizen Tv, KTN, NTV, K24, GBS and STV-Guide upon the expiry of their monthly subscription which will allow for a grace period awaiting subscription renewal. Commenting on this latest development, StarTimes CEO Mr. Leo Lee noted that the company is keen to maintain its vision to ensure the majority of Kenyans have access to digital television which explains the company’s efforts to ensure subscribers continue to access television upon disconnection as they make plans to renew subscription and continue enjoying their favorite premium channels.

“We are setting the pace in ensuring that our subscribers enjoy the flexibility that comes with uninterrupted television access. We are guided by our vision to see the majority of Kenyans can not only access but also afford premium digital television service. The two week access to local channels after subscription expiry will allow for adequate time to budget for a service that continues to be more of a necessity than a luxury”, said Mr. Leo.

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Tanzanian Uchumi shoppers can now pay via Mpesa using their Vodacom lines

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Tanzanian Uchumi shoppers can now pay via Mpesa using their Vodacom lines

Mpesa is widely used in Kenya with a good number of businesses embracing the service; however, other East African countries have yet to realize the full potential of mobile banking, but things are looking good. Vodacom – which has operations in Tanzanian mobile service industry, has partnered with Uchumi supermarkets to allow the retail chain’s customers conveniently pay for their goods via mobile phones. Mpesa mobile banking service has seen tremendous growth in Kenya, thanks to Safaricom’s aggressive campaign initiative, businesses can easily acquire till numbers from which customers can make payments using their mobile phones instead of dealing directly in cash. The Mpesa service is more secure compared to the later alongside other benefits

Uchumi shoppers in Dar es Salaam will also get the full benefits of Mpesa after Vodacom extended the service to the region. The development came as a new retail outlet – Uchumi quality center was unveiled in Dar, Mpesa service was aimed at making shopping at Uchumi outlets easier across the country. According to Hasan Saleh – Chief Officer in charge of sales and distribution at Vodacom Tanzania, partnership between the two firms will see Uchumi customers enjoy Mpesa services anytime they visit the stores which are said to provide the service till midnight.

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Free Laptops for Primary Schools Suppliers have been Shortlisted

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Free Laptops for Primary Schools Suppliers have been Shortlisted

The Jubilee’s government promise on free laptops for standard one pupils is finally hitting the road, the government has shortlisted three international companies eyeing to undertake the task almost all of them with an unexpectedly off-target quotation going against government’s own anticipations. Free laptops are expected to become a reality for pupils joining standard one in Kenya at the end of the 2014’s first quarter. Interestingly, all shortlist are from different countries with advanced technology developments, we expected companies from countries like China to feature prominently on the list due to their affordability nature but in a twist of our expectations, only China’s Haier managed to feature on the list of potential firms.

Haier Electricals Appliances Corporation emerged with the highest bid of the two at Ksh.24 billion, approximately $278 million followed by Hewlett Packard (HP) with a quotation of Ksh.23 billion ($266 million) and Indian device manufacturer Olive Telecommunications summing-up the list with a Ksh22 billion quote ($254 million). The tender which was re-advertised after the initial unsuccessful attempt includes the supply, delivery, installation and commissioning of computing devices and solutions for ICT integration in education for primary schools as well as supplying more than 20,600 laptops for teachers. The quotations are much reasonable comparing with the initial tender and are expected to save the Kenyan government more than Ksh10 billion ($115 million) when HP commercial was the lowest bidder at Ksh32 billion ($370 million) with a unit price of Ksh23000 per laptop almost double the government’s budget.

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