Huawei P10 ready for pre-order in Kenya

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You can now pre-order Huawei P10 in Kenya. The pre-order runs until April 30th.

The company had promised to launch P10 in Kenya this April but this has been pushed to April.

The handset is set to hit local stores in May. Huawei P10 was officially unveiled at this year’s Mobile World Congress alongside P10+.

What’s Huawei P10 price in Kenya you ask? Ksh. 65,000. Per unit. Only!

As an incentive, the first 100 people who preorder the handset will get a free tablet worth Ksh. 13,000.This tablet comes with 4GB RAM and a three-month warranty. This is definitely strategic on the part of Huawei.

But there is a downside:

First, you will not have the option to choose your preferred color. The units for pre-order only come in gold.

This is definitely demotivating since this handset comes in several fancy colors. These will only be available once the P10 is launched locally in May.

I also have a problem with the price. Yes, the handset comes with awesome features and fancy colors but this does not justify the price.

Plus, the price tag of Huawei P9 was much lower. It’s a big jump. It’s a hefty price tag.

It is, however, important to investigate whether P20 offers enough to compete with premium handsets of lower or equivalent price.

The most outstanding of them all being the 12MP + 20MP Leica branded dual camera at the rear and the 8MP selfie camera.

Huawei P10 vs. Huawei P9

When P9 was first launched in 2016, it joined the league of standout handsets from the company.

The handset cemented the company’s status as a major player in the smartphone market.

P9 comes with a 5.2-inch IPS LCD display while p10 comes with 5.1-inch IPS-Neo LCD Capacitive display. P9 may have come with a larger screen but P10 comes with a better screen technology.

The IPS-neo LCD is an upgrade from IPS LCD since it focuses on true-black appearance.

The latter did not give the best experience when viewed from a slanted angle.

On the other hand, the IPS-neo adopts a photo-alignment technology that gives a better experienced even from a slanted angle.

When it comes to memory, p10 comes with 4GB RAM while P9 came with 3GB RAM.

The battery capacities in both handsets are not impressive. P10 comes with 3,200mAh capacity while P9 comes with 3,000mAh. This is not good. At all.

Both handsets come with awesome specs but Huawei decided to cut corners with the battery capacity. We will take it though.

In terms of operating system, P10 comes in Android 7.0 Nougat while P9 comes with Android 6 Marshmallow on board.

Luckily those with P9 can upgrade to Android 7 so no big deal here.

That’s all. In case you wish to pre-order P10 you have the go ahead.

If your color is gold, you are in luck since the pre-order option gives you just what you need.

We’ll just assume that the Ksh. 65,000 is pay for the incremental upgrades and fancy colors.

Audio call feature on Google Duo now available worldwide

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Terry Gachie

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Google Duo, the search engine’s video chat app, now supports voice calls, a feature that has now been rolled out worldwide.

Duo’s principle engineer Justin Uberti made a statement on his official twitter account.

The statement read:

“Google Duo’s new audio calling feature now available worldwide!”

Uberti has also stated that voice calling can be accessed by simply switching a toggle at the top of the app’s interface.

The upgrade comes barely one year after Google Duo was launched. It seems that Google was not going to let Duo remain just a video-chat app.

The video chatting feature is basic. It only allows you to make video calls and is only available for mobile devices.

You are not even required to have a Google account to use it.All you need is your phone number and your contact list.

The recipient has to be using Duo as well.

All you need is your phone number and your contact list. The recipient has to be using Duo as well.

Initially, it sounded strange that Google would integrate the audio feature to a platform that was originally designed for video calls but then again, it’s not such a bad idea.

In any case, why not give users the option to choose between video and audio options.

The feature enters a somewhat Competitive market

Duo is no longer just a video-calling app and this means that it has entered a new category.

The addition of the audio-only feature positions it to compete with the likes of Whatsapp and Facebook messenger.

Basically, platforms that now offers audio and video chat options have a new competitor.

Perhaps the only problem is that other services offer text messaging option while Google is yet to integrate that in Duo.

Allo would be a perfect addition to Google Duo that would increase its competitiveness with similar services. But I guess Google is comfortable scattering its messaging features.

It is imprudent to assume that Google will add a text messaging to Duo in the future.

Nevertheless, we cannot rule that option out since users may demand to have the feature added. In this case, Google would have no option but to oblige.

Audio calls are welcome, but how’s the user experience?

Video and audio calling features are welcome. Those who are not fans of one of them can always opt for the other.

But, there is a BUT.

It may be tricky to convince people to make calls via the new feature since other major applications have not been doing very well.

For instance, Whatsapp voice calls have not attracted a huge following.

So, will people not use their default apps in favor of Google Dou? Good question but the answer is not forthright.

Also, a good number of users have complained about dropped calls or echo on Whatsapp.

The trust level of these app calling features is yet to reach a desirable level. But then again, the service providers have continued to make improvements over time.

They are not yet there but they are definitely on the right track.

Regardless, Google’s investment in communication apps is commendable. You can choose between Hangout, Google Voice, or Duo.

Fero: Specs and Price List Tables

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Terry Gachie

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Fero Mobile entered the Kenyan market in 2016 and since then, it has presented us with awesome Fero handsets. The tables below present a summary of specs of some of its handsets.

1. Smart Series

a)

Specs

Fero Iris

Display

5.0-inch HD IPS screen, 1280×720 HD resolution

Processor

Quad-core 1.3GHz

OS

Android v6.0 Marshmallow

Camera

8MP rear, 2MP front

Memory

1GB RAM

Connectivity

4G LTE, Bluetooth v4.0, Wi-Fi

Battery

2,500mAh

Scanner

Iris scanner

Price

Ksh. 8,999 (Jumia)

b)

Specs	L100 LTE
Display	5-inch HD IPS, 480×854 resolution
Processor	Quad-core 1.3GHz
OS	Android v6.0 Marshmallow
Camera	5MP rear, 5MP front
Memory	1GB RAM
Connectivity	4G/LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.0
Battery	2,350mAh
Scanner	No
Price	Ksh. 7,499 (Jumia)

c)

Specs	PACE
Display	5.5-inch HD IPS, 1280×720 screen resolution
Processor	Quad-core 1.3GHz
OS	Android v6.0 Marshmallow
Camera	8MP rear, 5MP front
Memory	1GB RAM
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.0
Battery	2,800mAh
Scanner	Fingerprint scanner
Price	Ksh. 8,499 (Jumia)

2. Power Series

a)

Specs

Power

Display

5.0-inch IPS Capacitive screen, 480×854

Processor

Quad-core 1.3GHz

OS

Android v6.0 Marshmallow

Camera

5MP rear, 2MP front

Memory

1GB RAM

Connectivity

3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2

Battery

3,600mAh

Fingerprint Sensor

No

Price

Ksh. 7,099 (Jumia)

3. Royale Series

a)

Specs

Royale X1

Display

5-inch IPS capacitive screen, 1280×720 resolution

Processor

Quad-core 1.0GHz

OS

Android v6.0 Marshmallow

Camera

13MP rear, 5MP front

Memory

3GB RAM

Connectivity

4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2

Battery

4,000mAh

Fingerprint Sensor

No

Price

Ksh. 9,999 (Jumia)

b)

Specs	Royale Y1
Display	5.5-inch HD IPS screen, 1280×720 resolution
Processor	Quad-core 1.3GHz
OS	Android v6.0 Marshmallow
Camera	13MP rear, 5MP front
Memory	2GB RAM
Connectivity	4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2
Battery	2,700mAh
Fingerprint Sensor	No
Price	Ksh. 12,499 (Jumia)

c)

Specs	Royale A1
Display	5.0-inch HD IPS screen, 1280×720 resolution
Processor	Quad-core 1.3GHz
OS	Android v6.0 Marshmallow
Camera	8MP rear, 5MP front
Memory	1GB RAM
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.0
Battery	5,000mAh
Fingerprint Sensor	No
Price	Ksh. 8,999 (Jumia)

d)

Specs	Royale J1
Display	5.0-inch IPS capacitive screen, 1280×720 resolution
Processor	Quad-core 1.0GHz
OS	Android v5.0 Lollipop
Camera	8MP rear, 2MP front
Memory	1GB RAM
Connectivity	4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2
Battery	2,000mAh
Fingerprint Sensor	No
Price	Ksh. 9,299 (Jumia)

Infinix S2 Pro Finally in Kenya, Introduces us to the Wefie Camera

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Terry Gachie

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Infinix S2 Pro is the latest smartphone from Infinix in Kenya. It is a successor to Infinix Hot S which entered the Kenyan market in 2016.

Infinix Hot S did not disappoint and that explains the excitement and buzz around Infinix S2 Pro.

You can order the handset on Jumia and you only have to part with Ksh. 15,699.

The handset is reasonably priced; hence, we cannot dwell on the price much. At least we can spare that time and talk about the wefie camera.

What’s in the wefie camera?

This has become a major selling point for S2 Pro and rightly so since this is an innovation.

Before we get into the whole wefie business, it’s good to point out that S2 Pro comes with dual-front facing a 13MP camera and an 8MP camera. This is the feature of interest.

The 13MP rear camera is awesome but it will not be the focus of this section.

The two front facing cameras do no work together as is the case with other cameras: they work independently to achieve different results.

The 8MP camera comes with a wide-angle lens which makes it possible or easier to have more people in the photos; hence, the label ‘Wefie’.

On the other hand, the 13MP camera is just like any other selfie smartphone camera. So worry not selfie lovers, you will still be able to take normal selfies.

S2 Pro out of the box

It’s always good to have an idea of what to expect in the box. Below is the list:
 Infinix S2 pro handset
 A pair of earphones
 Screen Protector
 USB cable data transfer and charging
 Charging adapter
 SIM ejector tool
 User manual

Earlier I had written an article on the key specs of S2 Pro; hence, you can always refer to the article for reference purposes.

The good?

The wefie is definitely a welcome innovation. It’s a new experience and the buzz around it makes it even more enviable.

The wide camera angles had raised the front camera technology to another level; hence, we can only expect better camera technologies from other smartphone manufacturers.

The fingerprint recognition is cool too.

Apart from unlocking S2 Pro, it supports several fingerprint-based apps and is able to unlock certain software via a fingerprint.

The result is a comprehensive protection of personal information.

If you are not sold on the whole idea of the bigger the better (with regard to smartphones of Couse), S2 Pro is an okay option.

The 5.2-inch display screen will meet your needs well. The 2.5D glass mounted on the screen gives it a sleekish look and feel.

The design is also okay. But we would not expect less from Infinix since it has a history of manufacturing gorgeous handsets. The Ksh. 15,699 handset has a premium look.

Maybe the only thing that we could have frowned upon is the Android Marshmallow but an Android Nougat update has been announced.

The update is currently being rolled out.

This comes at a time when the Hong Kong-based smartphone manufacturer is also rolling out Nougat updates for Infinix Hot S, Infinix Zero 4 and Zero 4 Plus, INfinix Hot 4, among others.

Overall, S2 Pro has revolutionized the camera technology as it has introduced a concept that makes us want to get our hands on it.

If and when I get my hands on the handset, I will definitely do a full review.

Buy a cheap TV in Kenya for below 30K

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Terry Gachie

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If you are looking for a cheap TV in Kenya, you are in luck because with just under 30k, you can become a proud owner of up to a 32-inch screen television.

This is for those who are still hoarding their black and white Great Wall TV, in the name of “old is gold”. It’s not always gold if there are better experiences with cheap digital TVs.

If you ball on a budget like me, the first thing should be to compare the prices on the best TV deals by various brands and retailers. Well, I have done the hard work for you.

Take your pick:

Model

Key Features

Price

Von Hotpoint LED TV 24”-Ksh. 19,195

24” LED TV

Digital DVB-T2 (Free to Air)

USB Playback (Movies, Pictures, Music)

USB Recording (PVR function)

1 PC input

Wide Color Enhancer

3D Comb Filter

2 HDMI inputs

1 AV in & 1 Compartments

4 Pictures & 5 Sound Mode

Ksh. 19,195

Hisense HD Digital LED TV

Screen Size: 32 Inches

Display Technology: LED

Digital DVB-T2 Ready

Resolution: HD Ready; 720p

PVR Recording

Ksh. 19,999

Sharp LED HD TV

Digital

screen Size: 32 inch

in-built decoder

Screen Type: LED TV

Screen Resolution: 1366 x 768

Ports: HDMI, USB, VGA

Ksh. 20,499

LG Full HD Digital TV 32”

Display Device: LED

Display Size : 32″

Resolution: 1366×768

Audio Output / Speaker System: 6W / 2ch

Standby Power Consumption: 0.5W

Ksh. 21,899

TLC Full HD Smart Digital TV 32”

Display Size: 32″

Display Type: LED

Resolution: 1920×1080 (HD)

Smart: Smart TV (Android)

Digital Tuner: DVB-T2/C

Ksh. 22,990

Samsung HD LED Digital TV

Display: 32″

TV System: Digital/Analog

Technology: LED TV

HDMI x2, USB x1

Picture Engine‎‎:‎‎ HyperReal Engine

Ksh. 22,999

My Leadder LED TV 40”

Screen Type: LED

Hi-speed USB certified

DVB T2 Terrestrial & Cable

HDMI enabled

Smart energy saving

Ksh. 23,199

Sony HD LED TV

X-Protection Pro for solid durability against external threats

Clear Resolution Enhancer for crisp picture quality

Clear Phase Speakers for balanced reproduction of sound frequencies

Lifelike Action With Smoother Movement with Motionflow™ XR 100Hz

DVB-T2 for greater access to digital broadcasting*1

FM Radio to listen to your favorite radio stations

Ksh. 25,500

Von hotpoint LED TV 32”

32” HD Von Hotpoint LED TV

Digital DVB-T2 Free to Air

USB Playback (Movies, Pictures, Music)

USB Recording (PVR function)

1 PC input

Wide Color Enhancer

3D Comb Filter

2 HDMI inputs

1 USB in

1 AV in

4 pictures & 5 Sound Modes

Ksh, 25,995

LG Smart LED TV

Screen Size: 32 inch

Smart TV WebOS

Screen Type: LED TV

Screen Resolution: 1366 x 768

Connectivity: 2 HDMI, 1 USB Ports

Extra Feature: Watch movies from your USB

Ksh. 26,499

And there you have it. If you have been wondering whether you can access cheap TVs in Kenya, start saving up and be on your way to owning your preferred model. 30k for a TV is reasonable considering it will be digital.

Note you can always buy a cheap TV for as low as Ksh. 11,000 but for the sake of good times, let’s stick to those that offer better experiences.

You can also buy a cheap TV online on various e-commerce sites such as Jumia and Kilimall.

OLX SOMA Awards 2017 Nominees and Winners

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Nominations for 2017 OLX Social Media Awards have opened.

Following the launch of this year’s OLX Social Media Awards (SoMA) Awards, Kenyans can now nominate individuals and organizations who have made significant positive impact on the society through the use of the various social media networks.

The annual OLX SoMA now in its fifth year has been supported by the online classified ad service, OLX Kenya, as the title sponsors since inception in 2013.

Other sponsors are Safaricom, Deloitte, Expose, and Vintage Concepts. The theme for this year’s Awards is Celebrating Five Years of Impact.

Speaking on the launch, SoMA Director Martin Muli said the influential Awards will focus on celebrating achievements that have been realized in the digital space since 2013 while creating awareness on the responsible use of social media ahead of the August General Elections.

Social media has helped transform lives by creating job and business opportunities and becoming an integral player in governance, healthcare, and retail businesses through speeding up delivery of services and accountability to the public.

“Brands have realized the potential of social media in engaging with their clients. They understand very well where the crowd is – and when they are online and active – in a bid to reach as many people as possible with their content,” said Muli.

Among the most popular social media platforms in Kenya are Facebook with over 6 million active users, Twitter (1.7million), Instagram (2 million), LinkedIn (I.3 million) and Snapchat, which is estimated to have about 500,000 members and still growing, according to latest statistics by the Communications of Authority of Kenya (CAK).

Commenting on the recent trends in social media, Muli noted that despite the digital revolution that has been witnessed in the country over the past decade some sections of the society especially women were yet to fully utilize social media opportunities to improve their careers and lives.

He disclosed that only 23 percent of total personality winners have been women for the past four years and pledged that there will be a lot of emphasis on creating awareness among women to get more of them to participate.

“Failure by majority women to tap into the digital revolution has impacted considerably on their ability to learn, access jobs, and enjoy improved livelihoods,” said Muli.

According to a survey on the digital gender gap in Kenya by World Bank GSMA Intelligence, the number of women using mobile internet in Kenya is 43% compared to 61% of men.

Only 42 % women who own smartphones and apps phones use Facebook and Wechat compared to 62% men. Similarly, only 51% of them are technically literate compared to 63% of men.

OLX Kenya Country Manager, Peter Ndiangúi commented:

“We are delighted to have another chance to shine the spotlight on the impact of the OLX Social Media Awards on the society for the last five years. We are relishing the opportunity to build on the success of these awards and to accelerate the growth of social media.”

The Awards give nominees recognition as leading players in the ICT industry and specifically in digital marketing.

It also validates individuals’ and organizations work and influence since it is a process that involves public nomination, shortlisting by judges and voting by the Online community.

“Invoking the Award that is won through a public vote also gives winners influence and respect and opportunity to up their rate card. Their influence is their currency. When their influence is validated amongst their peers by the community they engage, then their brand endorsement rates have to resonate,” said Ndiang’ui.

This year’s ceremony will be held in June and will recognize influential social media users in various categories including:

Social Network
Social Corporation/brands
Government
Media
Entertainment
Sports
Education institution
Most Influential Personalities in different fields

Some of the new categories include:

Fashion Personality Award
Entrepreneur Award
Humanitarian Award

Past winners include media personalities Larry Madowo, Jeff Koinange, Julie Gichuru and Caroline Mutoko, comedians and radio presenters Jalangó, and Churchill, Machakos Governor Dr. Alfred Mutua, Budalangi MP, Ababu Namwamba.

Social media enthusiasts can nominate their preferred individuals and organizations through the website: www.soma.or.ke. The deadline for the nominations is 30^th April 2017.

Tech Weekly Trends: NTSA to issue electronic driving Licenses starting May and more

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Terry Gachie

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Starting May, you will be issued with an electronic driving license by NTSA.

You may soon be allowed to smoke the “holy hub” if a proposition by one Gwada Ogot is taken with the seriousness it deserves. What does this have to do with technology you ask? This Forbes article will give you an idea.

A lot has taken place in just one week. Today, we woke up to the upsetting news of Sumgong’s doping results or of SportsPesa terminating KLP contractual deal.

Others are still trying to make sense of the Pepsi commercial.

But,

This did not stop awesome things from happening in the tech world.

What or who was making the loudest noise in the tech world?

1. NTSA to start issuance of electronic driving licenses

Starting May, NTSA will start issuing any licensed local driver with a digital driving license. The electronic card will bear your biometric information as well as an e-wallet that will allow you to pay instant fines in the event you commit a traffic offense and are caught.

The fine payment will be done via a special electronic gadget that is owned and managed by NTSA.

2. OPPO A57 the ‘Unstoppable Selfie’ to launch in Kenya

You will finally enjoy an ‘Unstoppable Selfie’ experience with the OPPO’s latest flagship.

The OPPO A57 is expected to enter the Kenyan market this April.

The handset comes with 16MP and 13MP front and rear cameras respectively, Octa-core 1.4GHz, 5.2-inch display, 3GB RAM, and 2,900mAh battery capacity.

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3. Google has introduced fact check to curb fake news

This has taken too long especially since people largely depend on Google for news. A blog post by Google suggests that the company will include a fact check label in Google news.

This label will highlight news and information that has been vetted and proven to be true or false.

This is timely and I hope this feature will be effective soon so avoid the spread of misinformation and fake news especially as we near the August General Elections.

4. Infinix S2 Pro in Kenya soon

This is the first the first Wefie handset. In the Infinix world, Wefie is the plural for Selfie. Got it now?

Infinix S2 Pro is set to be launched on April 10th in Kenya. If you are an Infinix fan, you must recall that Infinix launched the HOT series last year, S2 Pro is still a member of this series but the “Hot” branding has been dropped.

The S2 Pro comes with a 5.2-inch curved display, 3GB RAM, 13MP +8MP front cameras with LED Flash and 13MP back camera with Dual LED, Android 6.0 Marshmallow, 3000mAh battery capacity, and 1.3GHz Octa-core processor.

The good news keeps coming, seems like NTSA announcement on the issuance of a driving license to any driver is not the only impactful development specific to Kenya.

5. Twitter to launch Lite

Twitter Inc. is launching Lite, a faster version of its mobile service. This service is expected to improve the experience of people in emerging markets or those that have little data on their smartphones.This service mostly targets users outside the US.

Twitter is not the first to launch a product in this category since Facebook Lite was launched in 2015.

This service mostly targets users outside the US.

6. Pegasus for Android

This is a newly discovered mobile spyware that masquerades as a normal app. How bad is it you ask? It secretly gains root access and the result is that you will be spied on. Last year, a similar malicious product was discovered in iOS.Be warned!

Be warned!

7. Facebook tools to fight the spread of revenge porn

Facebook has launched new tools to prevent the sharing of revenge porn on its platforms. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced this in a post that read, in part:

“…Today we’re rolling out new tools to prevent “revenge porn” from being shared on Facebook, Messenger and Instagram…”

8. Kenya’s Computer and Cybercrimes Bill 2016 gets approved

The Computer and Cybercrime Bill 2016 has, at last, been approved. This is good news considering the rising cases of cyber crimes in Kenya. This bill is expected to monitor, control, and eliminate cybercrimes.

This bill is expected to monitor, control, and eliminate cybercrimes.These crimes include computer fraud, cyber-stalking, and child pornography. The legislation proposes tough and strict penalties for those found guilty.

9. Apple music for Android revamped

And the makeover is for the better. The app is now as good as the iOS version released last year. The aim was to bring greater value and simplicity and it has delivered since the updates have translated into a more organized and appealing interface.

In addition to these, the Now Playing tab allows users to read lyrics for songs they are listening to.

10. LG receives 20 Red Dot Awards

Finally, it was a great week for LG as the giant Chinese manufacturer scooped a record 20 awards during this year’s Red Dot Awards. The annual event awards products for their exemplary design.

Congratulations are in order to LG for emerging a big winner!

If you are a driver, be sure to get your digital driving license once the issuance process starts. We can only hope that NTSA will not push the date forward since these talked have been held since 2016. Once you are issued with your the upgraded driving license, life will be a lot easier.

Have a lovely weekend.

Cheap Fridges Under 30K in Kenya

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Terry Gachie

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If you are looking for a cheap fridge, forget those that you are made to believe are from the UK.

That they came by ship. Get yourself a brand new cooling system. One that will come with a warranty.

One that will come with a warranty.

I am not trying to bash second-hand items but they sometimes disappoint and chances are that the merchant will not offer a refund in case the item breaks down: even if this happens 200 milliseconds after making the purchase.

There’s nothing awesome than buying the product you desire at a friendly price.

With a huge range of companies offering products in the same category, you can always choose from a wide range of awesome offers.

A fridge is necessary for this day of hustles and bustles especially for those of us who get back to the house past nine.

It’s always a relief to discover you had some food saved since it saves you from preparing food from scratch. Or an ice-cold drink when it’s hot.

Thanks to e-commerce sites such as Jumia and Kilimall, you can get yourself a brand new fridge from your preferred brand.

If you have some 30k saved, choose a cheap fridge from the list below:

Model	Key Features	Price
Bruhm	4 Cu. Ft.	Ksh. 17,400
	110L
	Single Door
	Low Noise
	Stylish Design
	Adjustable Legs
	Lock & Key
Ramtons	90L	Ksh. 17,990
	Single Door
	CFC Free
	Direct Cool
ARMCO	90L	Ksh. 17,995
	Single door
	3.1 CuFt
	New press designed door
	Grip handle
	Big freezer
	Durable wine shelf
	Cycle defrost
ARMCO	170L	Ksh. 22,995
	6.0 CuFt
	Single door
	Interior light
	Strengthened wire shelves
	Egg tray
	Lock and Key
Ramtons 2 door direct cool -128 litres	Zanussi compressor	Ksh. 25,590
	128L
	Double Door
	CFC Free
	Direct Cool
	Hard top
Bruhm-180 litres	Gross Capacity – 6.5 Cu. Ft.	Ksh. 26,750
	Double Door
	Low Noise
	Stylish Design
	Interior Light
Haier single door refrigerator-170 litres	170 Litres	Ksh. 26,939
	Freezer Cooling Technology: Direct Cooling
	Chiller Compartment: Yes
	Vegetable Crisper: Yes
	No of Shelves: 2
	Reversible doors: 2
Ramtons double-door cool	Zanussi compressor	Ksh. 25,590
	128L.
	Double Door
	CFC Free
	Direct Cool
	Hard top
Mika	200L	Ksh. 27,495
	7 cu.ft
	Double-Door
	Interior lighting
	Quick Freezing
	Lock and key.
	Outside condenser
Ramtons	168 Liters	Ksh. 27,790
	Double Door
	CFC Free
	Direct Cool
	Hard top
	Glass shelf
Armco	8.5CuFt	Ksh. 28, 495

	2-Door

	Interior Lamp
	2 Strengthened Wire Shelves
	Crystal Vegetable Crisper
	Egg Tray
	Lock and Key

These are great deals. You can always visit e-commerce sites and compare the prices before visiting the physical store. It is, however, important to note that these prices are subject to change in case these online stores have offered.

Before making any purchase, ensure that you look at the key features to affirm that it meets your needs.

The right type of fridge should be determined by your need.

The most important features depend on your preference and it is also important to note that some features are unique to certain brands.

And there you have it, get your cheap fridge today and take advantage of free information to ensure that you make the right purchasing decision.

Cheap Home Theater Systems Under 30K in Kenya

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Terry Gachie

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Looking for a cheap home theater system in Kenya? If you are, the good news is that you can get awesome systems for under 30K.

If you are still hung up to that DVD player you bought when they were trending, it’s time to upgrade. Every nice item has its expiry date.

A home theater system comes with extra features for an awesome audio and video experience.

While most people are skeptical when the term “cheap” is used to describe a product, cheap is not always expensive as the famous saying goes.

As long as the products come from respected companies, you have nothing to worry about.

Companies such as LG and Sony make impressive products; hence, their home theaters can be trusted. In any case, these products come with a warranty.

Pick one cheap home theater system from the list below:

1) My Leader-Ksh. 15,500

This is probably one of the cheapest home theater systems there is.

This system comes with the features below:
 1000watts
 5.1 channels
 4 tallboy speakers
 1 woofer
 FM radio
 SD/MMZ port
 USB port
 Super boom bass function

2) Sony TZ 140-Ksh. 18,499

Sony has always been a winner when it comes to electronics especially TVs and home theater systems. The Sony TZ 140 is a prime example of cheap home theater system from the giant manufacturer.

Apart from being easy on the pockets, the system comes with impressive features.

 Monolithic-Design 5.1-ch System with DVD Player
 HDMI Output (Upscale 1080p for DVD)
 Easy remote for access to functions
 USB Play
 BRAVIA Sync

3) Sony DAV-DZ350-Ksh. 29,800

Sony DAV-DZ350 is another robust home theater system from Sony and one that comes at a reasonable price.

The system comes with better features than Sony TZ 140 and that explains the huge price gap between the two.

Below are the main features:
 5.1-channel system
 Stylish Quartz design
 Bluetooth connectivity
 Karaoke feature
 S-Master Digital Amplifier
 BRAVIA Sync

4) LG Dh6630T-Ksh. 28,000

LG is as well bae to many. The South Korean multinational is among the most respected brands for its TVs, fridges, smartphones, and other categories of electronics.

Below are the key features of this system:
 5.1 channel system
 1000W
 FM Radio
 4 tallboy speakers

5) Sony DZ350-Ksh. 29,900

At number five is Sony. Again. Sony DZ350 is a cheap home theater system that comes with impressive features. With under 30k, you can experience first-rate audio and video experience at home.

Below are some of its key features.

 5.1-channel system
 Stylish Quartz design
 Bluetooth® connectivity
 Karaoke feature
 S-Master Digital Amplifier
 BRAVIA Sync

There you have it. With under 30k, you can get cheap home theater system that has been made with quality and precision in mind.

It’s time to upgrade your home entertainment system and the best way to do so is to acquire a robust system at a budget.

If you are an e-shopper, you can always visit e-commerce sites such as Jumia, Kilimall, and Pigiame.

Oppo A57, the ‘Unstoppable Selfie’ smartphone, to launch in Kenya

By

Terry Gachie

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OPPO A57 is set to arrive in Kenya this April. Well, April is here and so is A57.

The handset was officially announced in November 2016 in China but is yet to arrive in the country.

The handset is camera-focused. This is definitely strategic since a majority of smartphone users have embraced the selfie trend.

OPPO has been using the ‘Unstoppable Selfie’ tagline to market this handset since it was launched.

The company is known to use catchy taglines as was the case with F1 which was dubbed the ‘Selfie Expert’.

OPPO first entered into the Kenyan smartphone market in 2016.

One of its best handsets has to be the Oppo F1 which can rightfully boast trendsetter rights among other OPPO handsets.

The handset came with innovative camera technology that helped capture beautiful images.

Back to A57, the handset continues the selfie tradition as it comes with an impressive 16MP front-facing camera and OPPO says it takes gorgeous selfies effortlessly.

Wondering why OPPO would choose to use ‘Unstoppable Selfie’ as a tagline? Time to find out:

Key specs of OPPO A57:

Feature	Specification(s)
Display	5.2-inch IPS LCD 720×1280 pixels
Platform	Android v6.0 Marshmallow Octa-core 1.4GHz Cortez-A53 Qualcomm MSM8940 Snapdragon 435
Memory	3GB RAM 32GB ROM, expandable by up to 256GB
Camera	16MP Front 13MP rear
Battery	2,900mAh non-removable battery
Sensors	Fingerprint sensor
Colors	Gold, Rose Gold
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.1, MicroUSB v.2.0
Dimensions	149.1 x 72.9 x 7.7 mm, 147g
SIM slots	Dual SIM
Price	Ksh. 24,000

The front facing camera comes with a Beautify 4.0 mode that is designed to help you capture gorgeous shots with natural-looking color tones.

This feature promises decent shots even in low light conditions. This is definitely subject to confirmation since most mid-range handsets are yet to deliver on this promise.

The camera also comes with the bokeh effect that promises to give your selfies an effortless distinction.

The giant Chinese manufacturer decided to dress A57 with a uni-body design. The result is a beautifully crafted handset.

No compromise was made on the design. The handset features curved edges and a sleek finish. The home button doubles as a fingerprint sensor.

The 3GB RAM is okay. This means smooth performance and multitasking. You can run several applications simultaneously.

We can only hope that switching from the various applications is as smooth.

You can run several applications simultaneously. We can only hope that switching from the various applications is as smooth.

OPPO has, however, cut some corners. The 2,900mAh battery capacity is a bit disappointing.

OPPO F1 was powered by 2,500mAh non-removable battery; hence, expectations were a bit high for its next handset.

A 3,500mAh battery capacity would have been much welcome. We can also hope that the price will fall below the indicated range.

We can also hope that the price will fall below the indicated range.

It would be imprudent to comment on the performance without using the handset but a 1.4GHz Octa-core processor is not very bad.

It does look like the company did not compromise on performance and style and this is definitely plus.

Looking at all specs, OPPO A57 is a handset that has been exclusively designed for selfie lovers.

The camera is, perhaps, its top selling point.

the other features are average but since this a midrange handset, it makes sense that it comes with the mentioned specifications.