For a lot of Ghanaians, 1st July is Republic Day and just that.
However, Vodafone Ghana seems to just concentrate on their 10th Anniversary and reward their customers with 10 hours of free calls.
You remember a few days ago, Vodafone gave 2 hours of free calls and said a big surprise was coming on the 1st of July. (more…)
The MTN Apps Challenge has become one of the standing app challenges most developers in Ghana look forward to, each year.
This year’s MTN Apps Challenge V5.0 event received participants from Senior High Schools, Tertiary Institutions and freelancers who submitted projects in the categories of mobile apps, Internet of Things (IoT), and animated videos. (more…)
This year’s Infinix Note 5 is all about Android One and the numerous benefits it brings to the Infinix line. The Infinix Note 5 was launched in Dubai as a successor to last year’s Infinix Note 4.
Infinix’s note series are typically be targeted at individuals who are looking for a productivity smartphone but don’t have enough money to pay for more. As such, the new Note 5 tows the line.
Confirmed: There is also a Note 5 Pro, which will have higher RAM and storage as well as come with Infinix’x own stylus, dubbed the Xpen.
The Infinix Note 5 Pro also known as Infinix Note 5 Stylus and it is the more advanced version of Infinix’s most anticipated smartphone of the year, the Infinix Note 5. The Pro version, of course, comes with the Stylus Pen which can be pulled out from the device’s body.
Infinix has already released two devices this year (4 smartphones in all). These are the Infinix S3 and S3 Pro, and the Hot 6 and Hot 6 Pro with full view display and Snapdragon processors but the Note 5 comes with a MediaTek Processor. Some are disappointed it didn’t come with a Snapdragon also.
This year in terms of design, the Note 5 and Note 5 Pro has a glossy back which easily makes it the most stunning Infinix smartphone yet. The fingerprint scanner is now back to the back as expected to give way for the trending full screen.
But the secret to the Note 5 are not just in the specs. It’s about the partnership with Google and the Android One Experience.
The Infinix Note 5 provides a whole new experience to smartphone dynamics. By partnering with Google’s Android One, a pure form of Android, the Note 5 introduces an advanced feel through Android One’s better hardware integration with core Google services resulting in seamless operations.
The Note 5 has a 6.0 Inches 18:9 FHD Infinity screen that is empowered by MiraVisiton to bring you a new Visual experience across extreme lighting conditions while saving your battery power consumption by half, setting the pace of excellence in smartphone visuals.
Use the Google app to find the information you’re interested in and find quick answers to your questions.
You can search for nearby restaurants and shops and find out the results of football matches and schedules. In addition, you can search for the latest news and information about your favourite movies and when they will be shown in the movies.
12MP smart rear camera that recognizes your environment and various light shades and picks the best suitable settings for a high-quality image, with it you have the capacity to capture aIi the wonderful moments of life in the most elegant and stylish way.
You can count on the Note 5 to give you the very best of selfies anywhere, anytime with its perfect low-light front camera.
A truly smart Camera with optimized software functions and facial image database that is not only matched with each selfie for the best image quality specs but also has the capability to learn and improve on itself with each taken selfie.
3-days life batter with an intelligent process manager that learns your device usage habits and deactivates background processes for less used apps accordingly, and a magnificent wake-up control with asynchronous heartbeat enabling up to 4 times power save on black screen mode, giving an improved battery power efficiency by over 50%.
Scan yourfingerprint to experience the convenience of secure ID access. The smart Fingerprint key eliminates complicated passwords and provides secure unlocking, wakes dormant apps, and enables privacy control in various other applications.
| Feature | Infinix Note 5 | Infinix Note 5 Pro |
| Display | 6-inch HD Full Display, 18:9 aspect ratio | 6-inch FHD+ IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen 1080 x 2160 pixels |
| RAM and Storage | 3GB RAM; 32GB internal storage | 4GB RAM; 64GB internal storage |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P23 Processor | Octa-core 2.0GHz MediaTek Helio P23 MT6763T |
| Camera | 12MP main camera 16MP selfie camera | 12MP + 5MP rear camera 16MP selfie camera |
| Security | Fingerprint Scanner (Rear) | Fingerprint Scanner (Rear) |
| Battery | 4500mAh | 4500mAh non-removable Li-Po Battery |
| Operating System | Runs Android 8.1 Oreo | Runs Android 8.1 Oreo |
| Stylus | No | Yes |
| Network | Supports 4G networks | Supports 4G networks |
| Store | Price | Contact |
| Mfidie Shop (Nationwide Delivery) | GHS 799 | 0546090871 |
| Jumia Ghana (Nationwide Delivery) | GHS 821 | 0544991140 |
In Kenya, the Note 5 is retailing at Kes 17,939.
The retail price for the Infinix Note 5 in Nigeria is around 65,000 Naira.
So Google has partnered with Infinix again to make another Android One Device – this time the Infinix Note 5.
A lot of Infinix Fans are happy about the device because it will offer updates and bring a little more smartness, per the partnership with Google. (more…)
MTN Ghana Limited has partnered One Smart Star Ghana Limited to launch Star Phone Service, a global service, allowing companies and institutions to keep all communications links in one place.
This is aimed at making communications with signed-up businesses and institutions easier for users and clients as solutions to customers having to deal with several phone numbers when the need arises.
Launching the service, Mrs Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, the Minister for Communications, in a speech read on her behalf said she was proud that the country was the first country to launch the service in the West Africa sub-region.
She said it was welcoming to have a one-stop mobile application platform that would host multiple numbers of an organisation and integrates all their available communication channels thus voice phone, website, email, social media platforms, SMS, location navigation, and fax.
She said to drive the use of Information Communication Technology in business, investment was needed to build, develop, strengthen and make it accessible, adding that, “We welcome One Smart International into Ghana’s technology solutions industry…”
The Star Phone Service according to Mrs Ameley Ampofo, the Acting Chief Marketing Officer of MTN Ghana, is a unique dial code and app that allows customers to contact businesses just by single dial or tap without having to deal with the lengthy 10 digits.
She said MTN’s commitment to lead in the delivery of a bold new digital world to customers, was urging them, to continuously provide distinct customer experience to brighten the lives of customers.
Mrs Ameley Ampofo noted: “We continue to invest in our network and infrastructure to ensure that customers live in this digital age enjoying all the benefits available to them without restrictions.”
“This year alone, MTN is investing more than 144 million US dollars to expand the network. Our focus on building a solid and robust network is driven by our desire to deliver a uniquely distinct customer experience,” she added.
Mr David Sussan, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of One Smart Star International, said the services were being made available to some selected national security services for free as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility.
He said the services were currently being used by a fleet of international companies and institutions in 80 countries.
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He said the application was available for free download on Google play store – with app name, ‘Star Phone’ – where users could easily access and start communicating with various institutions and companies.
Mr Cornelius Kakraba, the CEO of One Smart Star Ghana, said the company so far has more than 70 companies which have signed up in the country.
To download the Star Phone App, click here
TECNO has just unveiled the TECNO Spark 2 at events at Accra and Kumasi.
For a lot of people looking to get into the smartphone game (first-time smartphone users), this phone will make a very good entry-level device.
This device which is the second version of the TECNO SPARK series fuses the computing ability of a high-end smartphone with the top-of-the-line user experience of the latest Google Android™ Oreo™ System (Go edition).
If compared to last year’s TECNO Spark, the new TECNO Spark 2 offers more in terms of features and design. The TECNO Spark/Spark plus flaunted a 13MP high-sensitivity camera which helps users get better imaging results anytime, anywhere and in any type of lighting condition and on the brightness aspect.
According to TECNO, the new Spark 2 showcases a display that is 12.5% brighter than any regular smartphone.
| Display | 6.0 ” HD Full Display |
| RAM and Storage | 1GB RAM; 16GB internal storage |
| Processor | 1.3 GHz Quad Core Processor |
| Camera | 13MP Auto-Focus primary camera with Ring flash 8MP front camera with dual flash |
| Security | Fingerprint Scanner, Face Scanner (Face ID) |
| Battery | 3500 mAh |
| Operating System | Runs Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition) |
| Network | Supports 4G networks |
6” full display with high screen-to-body ratio brings you a greater fun into your view. It displays a fabulous world with enhanced clarity and brightness.
The full-display device produces an immersive experience when you stream videos, read books, and capture images on the phone.
Life is full of surprises. Turn on your camera, recording each of your selfies via 8MP front camera, and using the built-in filters to beautify the expression of the mood.
Then mark your life via 13 MP rear bright camera. Whether it’s recording yourself or your life, what might happen only once in life is turned into pictures that are always there with SPARK 2.
With its unique intelligent flash system, SPARK 2 gives you breathtaking photo experiences. The newly upgraded mix flash 2.0, with dual front flash, screen flash and rear ring flash, SPARK 2 will be there, day or night helping you make the perfect shooting.
Put an SLR camera in your pocket. The camera uses precise 3D facial detection and bokeh effect to the artistic portrait shots. Portrait mode blurs things that are not part of the main story you want to convey.
The camera captures more light through an F/2.0 aperture and the back flash illuminates in low light to produce soft light with the night mode.
The SPARK 2 lets you have a crisp, clear, and vibrant photos at night and dark conditions.
SPARK 2 collects 128 recognition points on your face and can identify you immediately. Access your phone via the face unlock securely and speedily. It reads your face and identifies who you are. This careful design delivers speed and power, for any time and anywhere.
The operating system has been upgraded to the latest Android™ 8.1. Every aspect of the system has been improved to make your life simpler and more efficient.
One-step temperature reduction giving you better mobile experience. Spark 2 with 1GB RAM runs the Android™ 8.1 (Go edition)
| Store | Price | Contact |
| Mfidie Shop (Nationwide Delivery) | GHS 460 | 0546090871 |
| Jumia Ghana (Nationwide Delivery) | GHS 480 | 0544991140 |
The new TECNO SPARK 2 is available in four great colours. These are Bordeaux Red, Midnight Black, Champagne Gold and City Blue.
| 2G Network | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2 CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network | NO |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Status | Launched: 2018, June Available. Released 2018, June |
| Dimensions | – 159.8 x 76.8 x 8.5 mm – Weight: – g |
| Keyboard | Touchscreen |
| Colours | Bordeaux Red, Midnight Black and Champagne Gold colours |
| Cover | Plastic |
| Type | HD+ capacitive touchscreen, 16M colours |
| Size | 6.0 inches, 1440 x 720 pixels (~320 ppi density) 18:9 body ratio |
| Card slot | microSD, up to 32 GB |
| Internal | 16GB |
| OS | Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition) with HiOS v3.3.0 |
| Processors | – Quad-core 1.3 GHz CPU – MediaTek MT6580 chipset – Mali GPU |
| RAM | 2GB or 1GB RAM version |
| Alert types | Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio port | 3.5mm jack |
| 2G | YES |
| 3G | YES |
| 4G | NO |
| WIFI | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, WiFi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Version 4.2, A2DP, LE, EDR |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | NO |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go |
| Primary | – Single 13 MP Camera, phase detection autofocus, LED flash – FEATURES: Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Secondary | 8 MP Camera (incorporates Face ID unlock system) |
| Capacity | Non-removable 3500 mAh battery |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email |
| Browser | HTML5 |
| Java | No |
| Miscellaneous | – MP4/H.264 player – MP3/WAV/eAAC+/FLAC player – Document viewer – Photo/video editor |
When it comes to what phones are going to be released next, no consumer wants to be taken by surprise, but that’s what phone manufacturers want.
Afterall, if you already know about what’s coming, you wouldn’t be so much interested in it when it finally comes.
Well, we have some fresh news on an upcoming TECNO Phone, code named: TECNO CF7. We first spotted the new phone on popular testing site Geekbench under the name: “TECNO MOBILE LIMITED TECNO CF7.
That particular name has only been tested twice on Geekbench, all within the last 5 days. And from the results above, it appears TECNO may well be done with production and are tweaking the software of the new phone.
For example, The June 11, 2018 test gives the phone a single core score of 673 and a multi-core score of 1851 while the June 12, 2018 test gives results of a slightly higher performance – 683 for single core and 1921 for multi-core.
If TECNO is indeed testing the software on the phone, then it means they may be preparing to launch the phone soon.
So what does the detailed Geekbench score say about the phone? Well, not much but enough to give us a clue to what phone it might be.
The first thing you would notice is that this new phone would run Android 8.1.0. Well, we don’t expect this to be “pure Android” as TECNO is definitely going to skin it with their “HiOS”.
As the phone is yet to be released, it is again safe to assume that the results from Geekbench may not be a 100%, but they shouldn’t differ much from the final product we should see.
At the performance side, there is the MediaTek MT6739WW Processor clocking @ 1.50 GHz and a meagre 2GB of ram.
Then comes the name of the Phone.
TECNO has mainly the Camon, Phantom and Spark series, along with some other phones which do not form so much of a series. This year, there has already been three Camon Phone – The Camon CM, The Camon X and the Camon X Pro. The Phantom phones as we have become accustomed to will drop somewhere during the last quarter of the year, so that leaves us with Spark.
Apart from the analysis on TECNO’s series, the specs also point to the path of a Spark phone. 2GB Ram and 4 cores with a 1.5 GHz processor, sure, a Tecno Spark.
United Bank for Africa (Ghana) Limited, in line with its strategy to drive the experience of “banking without boundaries” to its customers through digital innovation, has launched a new Mobile Banking application (formerly known as U-Mobile) and Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) code *822# at the Bank’s Head Office in Accra on 12th June, 2018. The two lifestyle products have been updated to bring a whole new banking experience to customers of the Pan African Bank.
The new Mobile Banking App and USSD channels have been created with banking features that enable customers to operate a mini branch on their mobile devices, thus making banking more convenient, easy and accessible for all category of customers.
UBA customers can register for these services to transfer money, buy airtime, check account balances, pay bills, transfer funds and conduct mobile money transfers amongst other functions with the new Mobile Banking App and USSD.
“As a bank, co-creating with our customers remains part of our focus. Over the period, we have been informed by the taste and lifestyle of our customers and as such provided these two new solutions -Mobile Banking App and *822# to enhance their banking relationship with us and give our customers greater value”. We live in an age and time where people want a hustle-free way of banking, so we decided to introduce more features in our Mobile Banking App, which gives our customers greater value.” Said Abiola Bawuah – MD/CEO.
With *822#, UBA Ghana advances in an industry trend which hopes to extend banking services to the less tech savvy customers, and customers who may not have the taste for internet banking, as well as the financially excluded persons” he continued.
United Bank for Africa (Ghana) new Mobile Banking App demonstrates the Bank’s aim to provide unparalleled experience across all its channels It is in line with the bank’s vision to dominate Africa’s digital banking space. It comes with biometric log-in and facial recognition features for secure and personalized access. The application is now available for download on Apple Store and Google Play.
The launch of these products demonstrates our culture of service excellence, strengthening the affinity with our existing customers while reinforcing the UBA brand as one to be associated with by the entire banking public.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has said that it is working tirelessly this month to stop fraud-related activities in the country’s payment systems.
The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Maxwell Opoku-Afari, told Accra-based Citi FM that they are engaging the banks and telcos in order to implement the said measures.
Mr Opoku-Afari assured that “the Payment Systems Department of the BoG is regularly engaging banks and telcos that are operating E-Payments and Mobile Money transactions to try to work within guidelines and framework to ensure the safety of consumers.”
“As we use this platform in this ecosystem to drive financial inclusion we also have the protection and the stability of the financial system in mind so that whatever we do is geared towards protecting the consumer,”
He explained that the launch of the mobile interoperability platform brings the country’s payment system under a new area which requires the needed legislation to protect consumers.
He assured the general public that the Bank of God will always protect people in the payment ecosystem to enhance confidence in the financial sector.
He was of the view that the need to protect and enhance confidence in the payment systems will also encourage government’s aim of achieving financial inclusion.
Source: Pulse Ghana
Over the last days, one issue that has come up in the comments section of NABCO related posts on Mfidie.com is that of how to change an Interview date.
As there was no way of doing that, at the time, we continually maintained that “there is currently no way to change the interview date once booked”.
It was a big deal to change the interview date for a lot of people (and it is still a big deal). One particularly worried visitor posted a question asking whether interviews would be carried out on weekends.
Well, we have the answer to that. We can confirm via the NABCO Website (see screenshot below) that interviews would not be carried out on weekends and holidays. (more…)