Kenyan technology publication covering consumer technology, telecoms, digital services, startups, reviews and practical guides.
The growth of e-commerce platforms and the continued integration of commerce into major social media platforms, like TikTok, is creating a new challenge for Kenyan consumers. Today, it is estimated that one out of every five products sold…
Bitcoin has now become a household name all over the world. However, the challenge many face, even for those who trade Bitcoin for a living, is how to locate a secure platform they can use to sell their Bitcoin asset and convert it to cash…
Gmail, Google’s email service used by over 1.8 billion people, has finally rolled out a new feature to help you manage your subscriptions. According to Google’s blog post, “When you unsubscribe from a sender in ‘Manage subscriptions’,…
The West African country of Togo is restricting access to major social media platforms. This action by authorities follows Thursday’s protests in the capital, Lomé, where hundreds of citizens blocked roads demanding the resignation of…
Microsoft is officially retiring one of its most recognizable symbols of computer failure, the Blue Screen of Death. Commonly known as the BSOD, the blue error screen has been a fixture of Windows operating systems since 1985. It would…
Xiaomi has unveiled its new AI-powered smart glasses, making its first step into the wearable tech space. Revealed during the company’s “Human × Car × Home” event in China, the Xiaomi AI Glasses are designed to merge fashion with…
Google is once again rolling out its AI-powered ‘Ask Photos’ feature, this time with a much-needed speed boost. After pausing the initial launch in early June due to performance issues and user interface concerns, the company has made key…
Elon Musk is making some changes to X (formerly Twitter) once again, this time banning hashtags in advertisements. Starting June 27, advertisers on the platform will no longer be allowed to include hashtags in their paid posts. The…
YouTube is rolling out new live streaming restrictions meant to protecting younger users. Starting July 22, creators must be at least 16 years old to live stream without adult supervision. Previously, users aged 13 to 15 could go live on…
As internet restrictions become increasingly common in moments of political unrest or during protests, many people in Kenya are turning to Virtual Private Networks (VPN) to bypass censorship and protect their online privacy. A VPN encrypts…
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has issued a warning to landlords, estate managers, and property developers who have been restricting access to internet service providers (ISPs) in residential estates. This follows increasing…
Following recent U.S. airstrikes on the Iran nuclear facilities, cyberattacks linked to Tehran and pro-Palestinian hacking groups have increased, targeting key sectors in both the United States and Israel. While these attacks have not yet…
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has issued a directive requiring all television and radio stations to stop live coverage of the ongoing June 25 protests immediately. According to the order statement, signed by Director General…
June 25 sees widespread youth-led protests across Kenya under the banner #SiriNiNumbers, as young citizens take to the streets and social media to commemorate the victims of the 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations and protest recent…
Protests are a fundamental right in democratic societies, but in Kenya, as we’ve witnessed lately, exercising this right can put your life at risk. This should not be the case, but unfortunately, we’ve learned very painful and bloody…
Xiaomi is gearing up for one of its most ambitious launch events yet, set for June 26. The company plans to unveil a sweeping lineup of products that span smartphones, tablets, wearables, and even electric vehicles, all under its “Human ×…
Apple is setting the stage for its first truly all-screen iPhone, and it plans to get there in two key phases. According to new reports, the transition will unfold over the next two years, with major changes expected in 2026 and 2027. The…
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has entered into talks with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to develop a Fast Payment System (FPS). The platform will enable instant, secure, and affordable digital transactions between…
Starlink has officially resumed new subscriptions in Nairobi and surrounding counties, ending a seven-month freeze that began in November 2024. The suspension affected areas such as Kiambu, Machakos, Kajiado, and Murang’a and was triggered…
The line between tablets and gaming laptops keeps getting blurrier, and it’s a revolution that ASUS has been leading. A perfect example of this is the ROG Flow Z13. Though it might seem like another Windows tablet trying to be a laptop,…
In the budget laptop market, where manufacturers often overpromise, Infinix has taken a more measured approach with the InBook Air. This isn’t a laptop trying to be something it’s not. It’s a straightforward machine that understands its…
Spotify may finally be on the verge of launching its long-promised high-fidelity (HiFi) streaming tier, nearly four years after it was first announced. Originally revealed in 2021, the feature never materialised, leaving users frustrated…
WhatsApp is developing a new AI-powered writing assistant aimed at helping users craft and respond to messages more easily. The feature, which is still under development and testing, will allow users to request writing assistance directly…
In July 2024, the Kenyan government replaced the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) with the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF). The new SHIF system is part of Kenya’s push toward universal health coverage, ensuring that every citizen…
