My First Uber Experience
Yea, I had my first Uber ride and it was quite the experience. For those who aren’t aware, Uber is an online multinational transportation network which allows clients submit a trip request with their smartphones which is then routed to Uber drivers who make use of their own car to execute the request. It was […]
President Buhari’s Visit to Lagos
Over the weekend, I noticed as I moved within the town, sets of flags attached to poles of streetlights and banners on sidewalks. Mr President himself would be visiting Lagos, and though people were anticipating the visit, they would have to care about how this would impact traffic on the days of the visit. President Muhammadu […]
Google Translate Gets in-App Update
You can now translate text within any app.
Nigerians Show Mixed Reactions On Raising a Strike Against Hike In Fuel Price
On Wednesday 11th of May, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Mr Ibe Kaichukwu, on behalf of the Federal Government announced the removal of subsidy from the sale of petrol and placed a benchmark price of ₦145 per litre for petrol. This announcement elicited a series of reaction from different sections of the country culminating […]
The Menace of Ransomware
I am sure you’re aware of Ransomware but in case you’re not aware, this is a type of malware that restricts your access to your own system files. It is covertly installed on your computer without your knowledge or intention and it demands you pay a ransom (mostly in bitcoin) to the operators to […]
Instagram Unveils New Logo with Warm Eye-catching Colours
So, I woke up this morning to my Instagram app having a new logo, and I must say I am liking this warm and eye-catching new look, though, this fondness is strongly my opinion, as this change has revealed mixed reactions from users. And it’s not just Instagram that got a new look, also their […]
Applications Are Now On For Justice Innovations 2016
The Hague Institute for Innovation of Law, HiiL, an organisation that seeks to make justice work for people through new technologies, cutting edge knowledge on conflict resolution and new forms of organisations and governance in conjunction with Ford Foundation is at it again with the HiiL Justice Accelerator. The HiiL Justice Accelerator is a justice […]
Facebook in Partnership with Airtel Africa Launches Internet.org Free Basics in Nigeria
Facebook, in partnership with Airtel Africa, just announced its launching of internet.org Free Basics in Nigeria. Free Basics provides people in countries where internet access in not easily affordable with access to useful services on their mobile phones. Such services include websites on news, employment, health, education and local information. And they are all available […]
Whatsapp Introduces An Independent PC Desktop App For Greater Productivity
Moving chats from phone app to the web, the WhatsApp desktop displays features for greater productivity.
Microsoft Windows 10: No Longer Free After July 29th
Since its release, Microsoft Windows 10 has been given out free to anyone who wished to upgrade. For those who haven’t upgraded and would wish to, time is running out. According to Yusuf Mehdi, Corporate Vice President of Microsoft’s Windows and Device Group: “The free upgrade offer to Windows 10 was a first for Microsoft, […]
Online Banking Security Alert
For users of internet/online banking systems please beware of calls/messages that require you giving out your personal details. This is a means by which fraudsters are presently defrauding people. What they do is send you an SMS, with a number/name that is similar to the one used by your bank to send you notifications. The SMS […]
How to Maximize Your Mobile’s Battery Life
Have you ever experienced that situation when you have an important call to make or you’re awaiting an important call and your phone starts beeping battery low and you’re like ‘I just charged this phone a few hours ago.’ In order to minimize the occurrence of such experiences, here are a few tips to ensure […]
7 Ways to Make Your Data Plan Last
From nowhere, it’s now a regular on your budget. I am talking about money for your usual monthly subscription on your device(s). On a monthly basis, you spend thousands recharging and subscribing for monthly data plans. And then by the 20th of the month you get that annoying text message, “You’ve used up 90% of […]
Tech Aids for Writers
Truth be told, being a writer isn’t always easy, you can ask me. Sometimes you pick a pen to write and it flows and you wish you could go like that forever, but the very next day you’re stuck, you just can’t write. With the advent of technology, a lot of aids have been developed […]
Office Hubs in Lagos
Due to the very unreliable power supply obtainable in Nigeria, and the need for a conducive workplace environment, I began a hunt for an office-like platform that offers fast internet connectivity, 24/7 power supply, an environment that fosters creativity, networking and productivity with a flexible payment plan (i.e. daily, weekly or monthly). I came across […]
Introducing Vivaldi: The New Power Web Browser
I remember when I just learnt how to surf the net, those were the days of Internet Explorer, the days of click and wait. Then came Mozilla Firefox which was a welcome alternative, and then came Google Chrome (which until now, was my personal favourite). Recently, I discovered a new browser with some very cool features […]