Author: Shepherd Yaw Morttey

  • Surfline Sim Cards Now Available to Purchase for any Phone on 4G in Ghana

    Surfline Sim Cards Now Available to Purchase for any Phone on 4G in Ghana

    Surfline Communications Limited was established as far back as 2011, but the company did not launch till in August 2014. Their services currently cover Accra, Tema, and Takoradi.

    Surfline works on LTE Band 7, in the 2600 MHz frequency range.

    Can anyone buy and use Surfline’s Sim Cards in their Devices?

    Yes, so long as the device meets all the following requirements:

    1. LTE-enabled (check the device’s box or manual) or verify on GSMArena.com
    2. Can operate on LTE band 7, in the 2600MHz frequency range (check the device’s box or manual)
    3. Has a SIM card slot
    4. Unlocked
    You can get a Surfline Sim card at any Surfline Shop
    You can get a Surfline Sim card at any Surfline Shop

    If your device meets those requirements, you can walk into any Surline shop with your 4G Device or Dual Sim phone to purchase a Surfline Sim Card. After purchasing your Surfline Sim Card, you get a free 1GB Data package to help you get started on the network.

    You can check with Surfline Shop is close to you here: Surfline Store Locator

    Price of the Surfline Sim Card

    You can purchase a Surfline SIM card at any of the Surfline Flagship Stores in Accra and Tema for GHS 9.99 and get 1GB of free data.

  • Tecno W5 / Tecno W5 Lite in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria: Buy, Swap, Price, Specs

    Tecno W5 / Tecno W5 Lite in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria: Buy, Swap, Price, Specs

    The Tecno W series, comprising of the Tecno W1, W2, W3, W4, W5 and lite as well as the rumoured W6 are some of the affordable phones on the Ghanaian and Nigerian Market. A true definition of the term “budget phone”, these phones are simply for people who may just want to WhatsApp and listen to music on their phones. Nothing spectacular!

    The W series (W5 and W5 Lite) could be referred to as just yams that can WhatsApp, especially when they come face to face with Flagships like the Tecno Camon CX and the Infinix S2 Pro

    The Tecno W5 and Tecno W5 Lite were both launched in October 2016, and have enjoyed huge market success particularly due to their “affordable pricing”.

    TECNO W5 Key Specifications

    • Network: 2G / 3G / 4G
    • Memory (RAM): 1GB
    • Storage (ROM): 16GB,Expandable Up to 32GB
    • Display: 5.5-inch, HD(720 x 1280), IPS display
    • Processor: Quad-core 1.3Ghz
    • Front Camera: 5.0MP, OV5695 Sensor, F/2.0 FF, 4P, Flash
    • Rear Camera: 13.0MP, S5K3L8XXM3-FGX9 Sensor, F/2.0 AF, 5P Lens, Flash
    • Fingerprint sensor: Yes
    • Battery: 3000 mAh
    • OS: HiOS v1.0.0, based on Android™ 5.1
    • SIM Card: Dual Micro SIM
    • Connector: Micro US

    TECNO W5 Lite Key Specifications

    • Network: 2G / 3G
    • Memory (RAM): 1GB
    • Storage (ROM): 16GB,Expandable Up to 32GB
    • Display: 5.5-inch, HD(720 x 1280), IPS display
    • Processor: Qua-core 1.3Ghz
    • Front Camera: 2.0MP, OV5695 Sensor, F/2.0 FF, 4P, Flash
    • Rear Camera: 13.0MP, S5K3L8XXM3-FGX9 Sensor, F/2.0 AF, 5P Lens, Flash
    • Fingerprint sensor: No
    • Battery: 3000 mAh
    • OS: HiOS v1.0.0, based on Android™ 5.1
    • SIM Card: Dual Micro SIM
    • Connector: Micro US

    Fast 4G LTE and Connections on the Tecno W5

    Take the ride of 4G LTE and follow your heart to watch videos, play games or surf social networks on W5. 5G WiFi and BT 4.0 enabled, the phone gives you fast connection and undisturbed entertainment for a worry-free experience. You can access different networks simultaneously via a dual SIM module. Have fun connecting to the world in a flash.

    The W5 offers Superb Camera Functionality

    The 13MP AF back camera captures fleeting moments effortlessly. An F/2.0 aperture takes in 30% more light while the back flash shines brightly in low light for creating clear images. The back camera supports watermark, time-lapse, panorama and beauty mode to accommodate diverse creating demands.

    Pricing and Availability of the Tecno W5 and W5 Lite

    W5 and W5 Lite Price in Ghana

    The Tecno W5 and W5 lite are on sale at GHS 550 and GHS 480respectively. You can make an order for the phone on the Mfidie Shop.

    W5 and W5 Lite Price in Kenya

    The Tecno W5 Lite price in Kenya starts at around Ksh 10,599.00 while the W5  will go for somewhere Ksh 14,779.00

    W5 and W5 Lite Price in Nigeria

    TECNO W5 and Tecno W5 Lite will retail in Nigeria at 51,800 Naira and 43,500 Naira respectively.

    Swap previous TECNO model with Tecno W5 or W5 Lite

    For a swap deal on this phone, Call Asiedu on +233 57 862 3206

  • MOVE! Send Money from Mobile Money Wallet to all Networks in Ghana [Not Working]

    MOVE! Send Money from Mobile Money Wallet to all Networks in Ghana [Not Working]

    Proceed with caution. Almost all users have reported delays in transactions involving Move, you may want to check out Mobile Money Interoperability which allows you to send money between networks in Ghana. The company seems to be out of service with no way of contacting them.

    Send money from your Mobile Money account to another mobile money account? It’s possible!

    Somewhere in October 2016, when MOVE was about to launch, I saw the service as one that had a lot of prospects. I have personally used MOVE for more than 6 months now and I will recommend it to everyone. It is worth knowing that as at the time of writing this post, there have been over 20,000 MOVE transactions across networks already.

    MOVE! Send Money from Mobile Money Wallet to all Networks in Ghana now has Over 20,000 transactions
    Over 20,000 transactions so far on MOVE

    So what exactly does MOVE do or more importantly, what is it?

    About MOVE!

    This is a service that helps you to move money from your mobile money wallet into another mobile money wallet on any network. Apart from this, MOVE also has other unique features that are much needed in today’s mobile industry.

    Main Features of MOVE

    Send Money to All Mobile money wallets

    The service allows you to send money from your mobile money wallet to any other mobile money wallet. For Instance, an MTN User can send Money from MTN Mobile Money to Tigo Cash, MTN Mobile Money to Vodafone Cash and MTN Mobile Money to Airtel Money. A Tigo User, on the other hand, can send Money from Tigo Cash to MTN Mobile Money, Vodafone Cash or Airtel Money. Same applies to Vodafone cash users and Airtel Money Users.

    Buy Airtime

    MOVE allows users on any network on Ghana to buy airtime. Airtime can be bought for the user (buy for self), or bought for another user. When buying for another person, you are required to select the Mobile Network on which the person is. Currently, supported networks for receiving credit are MTN, Tigo and Airtel.

    How to Use the MOVE Service

    Irrespective of the network you are on, you can enjoy all the wonderful services by dialling *718*2#

    To use MOVE, dial *718*2#
    To use MOVE, dial *718*2#

    It’s great to see services support inter-network usability. The ability to send money among has been great so far and it will continue to serve a lot more Ghanaians, hopefully. Don’t forget to check out how to register for MTN Mobile Money the right way.

  • Huawei P10 in Ghana; Specs and Price

    Huawei P10 in Ghana; Specs and Price

    Huawei P10 hits the Ghanaian Market and is undoubtedly set to be one of the biggest smartphones this year. With it’s Camera, the Huawei P10 seeks to redefine modern portraiture by making every shot a cover shot.

    The Phone was released globally in February 2017, but has just hit the Ghanaian market.

    This Huawei P10 has an impressive battery capacity of 3,200mAh with Huawei Supercharge to ensure the power is uninterrupted. The phone by Huawei, is the first phone in the P Series to have the Leica lens in its front camera.

    Talking about design, the smartphone comes with a stunning 5.1-inch, WQHD display. This display makes sure that the details in your images and videos do not go unnoticed.

    The Huawei P10 comes in a variety of appealing colours.
    The Huawei P10 comes in a variety of appealing colours.

    The Huawei P10 is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, USB OTG, 3G and 4G. Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope.

     

    Huawei p10 Key Specifications

    Processor

    Huawei Kirin 960 2.4 GHz octa-core

    Display

    5.1 “FHD,2.5D glass ,Corning Gorilla Glass 5

    Operating system

    Android 7.0 Nougat and EMUI 5.1

    RAM

    4GB LPDDR4

    Storage

    64GB internal with microSD expansion card slot

    Cameras

    Dual leica 20 megapixel monochrome and 12 megapixel color rear f/2.2 OIS cameras.
    8 megapixel leica f/1.9 front-facing camera

    NFC

    NFC supported

    Connectivity

    802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi
    Bluetooth 4.2 BLE
    GPS
    NFC

    Battery

    3,200 mAh non-removable with Huawei Supercharge

    Dimensions

    145.3 x 69.3 x 6.98 mm and 145 grams

    Colors

    Ceramic White
    Dazzling Blue
    Dazzling Gold
    Prestige Gold
    Graphite Black
    Mystic Silver
    Rose Gold
    Greenery

    Finishes

    High Gloss
    Hyper Diamond-Cut
    Sandblast

    Price of the Huawei P10

    This Huawei smartphone is a high budget phone and the ultimate Huawei Smartphone. The Huawei P10 costs around GHS 2700. The price differs slightly from retailer to retailer.

    Want to buy a phone? Check out the Mfidie.com Store

  • Tecno L9 plus (2017) – Specs and Price

    Tecno L9 plus (2017) – Specs and Price

    The Tecno L9 Plus Air is only a competition for the Tecno Camon CX when it comes to battery life. It features slightly lower Camera capabilities and a downgrade in the processor as well. It, however, has the same screen size of the CX.

    The 13 megapixels camera of the Tecno L9 Plus Air is a good way to look at the phone, coupled with an excellent processor, a 1.5GHz octa-core Cortex-A53 CPU, MediaTek MT6753 chipset, Mali-T760 MP4 GPU.

    The Tecno L Series is a family of battery-focused phones; but they do good on productivity and the Tecno L9 plus, although not a co-equal to the Tecno Camon CX,  fits the bill for a heavy user’s phone.

    The Tecno L9 Plus can provide up to 72 hours of power.
    The Tecno L9 Plus can provide up to 72 hours of power.

    Tecno L9 plus Key Specification

    Network
    2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
    3G Network HSDPA 900 / 2100
    SIM Dual mini

    Dimensions
    151 x 75.8 x 6.8 mm

    Display
    Type IPS capacitive touchscreen with 16,000,000 colors
    Size 6 inches, 1024 x 600 pixels, 401 pixels per inch (PPI)

    Memory And OS
    Card slot 256GB
    Internal 16GB
    OS Android 7.0 Nougat + HiOS
    Processors 1.5GHz octa-core Cortex-A53 CPU, MediaTek MT6753 chipset, Mali-T760 MP4 GPU
    RAM 2GB

    Audio
    Alert types Vibration, MP3 ringtones
    Loudspeaker Yes
    Audio port 3.5mm jack

    Connectivity
    2G GPRS – up to 85.6 kbps; EDGE – up to 236.8 kbps
    3G Up to 42 Mbps downlink; Up to 5.76 Mbps uplink
    4G Yes

    Camera
    Primary 13MP, up to 4128 x 3096-pixel pictures, HDR, face and smile detection camera with LED flash
    Secondary 5MP, up to 3264 x 2448-pixel pictures

    Battery
    Capacity 5000mAh Li-Ion battery

    The Tecno L9 plus promises a superb user experience
    The Tecno L9 plus promises a superb user experience

    Price of the Tecno L9 Plus in Ghana

    The Tecno L9 Plus Air is going for a cool of GHS 631.00 at any Tecno Office in Ghana. Do check out the Infinix s2 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy s8.

  • Tecno Camon CX vs. Infinix S2

    Tecno Camon CX vs. Infinix S2

    Tecno and Infinx are undoubtedly taking over the African scene in terms of popularity and user base. We do a side by side comparison of the two flagships released by both phone manufacturers in 2017.

    Today, based on the out of box specifications, we look at the Tecno Camon CX (aka Tecno C 10) versus the Infinix S2 (aka Infinix Hot S2, Infinix S2 pro)

    Launch Dates

    The Camon CX was launched in Accra on 27th March 2017. It took more than a month for the Infinix S2 to be launched. The Infinix S2 was available for sale in Ghana a month later, with the launched on 26th April 2017, at Amphitheatre at the University Of Ghana, Legon.

    Security Features

    Both the Tecno Camon CX and the Infinix S2 have fingerprint sensors for security at the rear of them. This enables them to easily be unlocked, with the Infinix S2 claiming to have an unlock time of 0.2 seconds.
    Winner: Draw

    Operating System

    As you would expect, both phones run on the Android operating system. The Tecno Camon CX is however on an Android Version of 7.0 (Nougat) with Tecno’s customised HiOS. The Infinix S2 does not match up to the CX in this regard as it languishes at Android version  6.0 (Marshmallow).
    Winner: Tecno Camon CX

    Processor

    The Tecno Camon CX works on a 2.0 GHz Octa-core (Helio P10) processor; the Infinix s2 pro features an MTK – a 1.5GHz MediaTek MT6753 Processor, also Octacore.
    Winner: Tecno Camon CX

    Display

    Infinix’s 2017 flagship has a 5.2-inch 720p display with 2.5D dragon tail glass. The CX, on the other hand, exhibits a slightly bigger screen, at 5.5 inches and with an enviable resolution of 1920×1080 pixels Full HD and 2.5D display with Gorilla Glass 3.
    Winner: Tecno Camon CX

    The Infinix S2 has a 13MP dual rear Camera
    The Infinix S2 has a 13MP dual rear Camera

    Cameras

    Camon CX:  Front Facing Camera: Front: 16MP with Flash, Rear Camera: Dual back 16MP with LED flash
    Infinix S2: Front Facing Camera: Front: Dual 8MP Camera with Flash, Rear Camera: Dual back 13MP with LED
    Winner: Tecno Camon CX

    Battery

    The Camon CX has a 3200mAh battery; 9V/2A fast charging. The S2 comes with a 3000mAh battery, also with Fast Charging.
    Winner: Tecno Camon CX

    Prices

    Check Price of the Tecno Camon CX here
    Check Price of the Infinix S2 here

    What do you think about the two phones? Leave your comment below!

  • MTN aYo, Send with Care: Insurance from MTN

    MTN aYo, Send with Care: Insurance from MTN

    MTN aYo is an insurance scheme by aYo and MTN. With aYo Send with Care, you can get insurance cover for the money you send to loved ones using MTN Mobile Money. To use this service, Dial *170# and choose to Send your money with Care.

    What is MTN aYo?

    aYo Send with Care promises to keep sending money to your loved ones, even when you can’t. If you add aYo Send with Care cover to the money you send home via MTN Mobile Money, aYo will triple the amounts you’ve sent over the last 4 months, and pay it to your beneficiaries over the next 12 months on receipt of a valid claim.

    Benefits of MTN aYo

    Cover:

    By sending money through “Send with Care” you will be purchasing cover valid for 120 days, every time you send money to a beneficiary (either an individual person or to a school for school fees).

    Cover for money sent to individuals through MTN Mobile Money:

    If you send money to a beneficiary using Send with Care and then pass away or spend at least 1 night in hospital because of a physical injury caused by a trauma event, the accumulated cover will be paid into your beneficiary’s MTN Mobile Money Account.

    Cover for your school fees paid through MTN Mobile Money:

    If you pay your school fees through Send with Care and then pass away or spend at least 1 night in hospital because of a physical injury caused by a trauma event, your accumulated cover will be paid into the School’s MTN Mobile Money Account for your children’s school fees.

    Receive bonus value:

    By using Send with Care you will receive bonus value (MyBonus). MyBonus becomes available to you once it reaches a specified threshold and you can choose to have it cashed out into your MTN Mobile Money account.

    Claims made easy:

    Claims can be done directly from your cell phone. Your beneficiary or MyCaretaker (trusted person) can claim on your behalf in the event that you are unable to do so.

    MTN aYo Send with Care: Cushion your loved ones.
    MTN aYo Send with Care: Cushion your loved ones.

    MTN aYo Cost or Premium

    aYo Send with Care only costs a small portion of the money you send home via MTN Mobile Money. Pay just 5% (This amount is deducted from your MTN Mobile Money balance) of the amount you send, for example:

    • If you send GHS50, the cost for Send with Care will be GHS2.50
    • If you send GHS400, the cost for Send with Care will be GHS20
    • If you send GHS900, the cost for Send with Care will be GHS45

    It’s an affordable way for you to share the care and make sure your family is looked after.

    About your aYo Caretaker

    This is a person you trust. MyCaretaker can claim on your behalf when you are unable to do so. MyCaretaker can ensure that your beneficiaries receive the Send with Care proceeds due to them in the event of you being in hospital for at least one night because of a physical injury caused by a trauma event, or if you pass away.

    You will need the following information to enter their details:

    • First name,
    • Last name,
    • Cell phone number and
    • Date of birth.

    Follow the “MyCaretaker” option in the Send with Care section in the MTN Mobile Money USSD menu.

    Bonuses

    Earn MyBonus value each time you Send with Care. The value of MyBonus builds up to a specific value, at which point you can cash it out to your MTN Mobile Money account.

    Conclusion

    MTN aYo Send with Care promises to keep sending money to your loved ones, even when you can’t. Add aYo Send with Care cover to the money you send home via MTN Mobile Money, and MTN aYo will triple the amounts you’ve sent over the last 4 months, and pay it out to your beneficiaries (the recipients of your payments) in 12 equal monthly payments should anything happen to you. Life cover will be paid out in the unfortunate event that you pass away, and hospital cover will be paid out if you have to spend one night or more in hospital due to an accident. Note: this cover is for accidents specifically and does not cover illness.

    Read the full terms and conditions of aYo here.

    You can learn how to register MTN Mobile Money by clicking here.

     

  • How to Subscribe to Vodafone X

    How to Subscribe to Vodafone X

    Vodafone X: What is it?

    Vodafone X is a lifestyle proposition designed by Vodafone Ghana and it is available to all prepaid subscribers to empower them, supported by product offerings that give them the liberty to connect with things that excite them.

    Subscribe Vodafone X is fast and easy although some people do face problems from time to time.

    The prerequisite for subscribing is that you have a registered Vodafone sim.

    How to Subscribe to Vodafone X

    1. Dial 5888 or *5888# and following the prompts.
    2. Select the Vodafone X Plan you wish to subscribe to and confirm.
    3. The price of the selected plan is automatically deducted from your primary credit balance and you will immediately have access to the offer for its duration.
    4. You must have a credit balance of that is equal to or above the Price of the Plan in your primary account before you can register for this offer. You can always check your primary account balance by dialling *124#
    5. In addition to the Browsing Data and Free Apps Data, all Vodafone X Plans allow you to enjoy free Vodafone X to Vodafone X calls, free Vodafone SMS, and double bonus on all top ups. There is, however, a fair usage policy.
    6. After successful registration, you will receive a message welcoming you to the offer as well as confirming the exact offer benefits and the duration of the offer.

    Don’t forget to check out all the Vodafone X Bundles here: Vodafone X Bundles and Packages Subscription

  • Vodafone X Bundles and Packages Subscription | 2019 Guide

    Vodafone X Bundles and Packages Subscription | 2019 Guide

    Vodafone X bundles can be subscribed to by all Ghanaian youth, regardless of their age.

    Vodafone X has been around for a long time now, evolving at great speed and impressing many on its voyage. Ever since I heard “Vodafone X” in the later part of 2013, it has remained one of the best data plans in the country.

    How to Subscribe to Vodafone X

    Subscribing to Vodafone X is fast and easy although some people do face problems sometimes. You can subscribe by dialling 5888 or *5888# and following the prompt.

    Vodafone X Bundles and Packages

    Quick Fix

    • Price: GHS 1.00
    • Duration:1 Day
    • Browsing Date: 50 MB
    • Free Apps Data: 25 MB – WhatsApp

    Quick Fix Plus

    • Price: GHS 1.50
    • Duration: 1 Day
    • Browsing Data: 100 MB
    • Free Apps Data 50 MB – WhatsApp

    X-Social

    • Price: GHS 2.49
    • Duration: 3 Days
    • Browsing Data: 200 MB
    • Free Apps Data: 50 MB – WhatsApp & Facebook
    Vodafone X Bundles offer your browsing data as well as data to surf the most popular social media sites
    Vodafone X Bundles offer your browsing data as well as data to surf the most popular social media sites

    X-Social Plus

    • Price: GHS 3.49
    • Duration: 3 Days
    • Browsing Data: 300 MB
    • Free Apps Data: 100 MB – WhatsApp & Facebook

    X-Weekly

    • Price: GHS 5.99
    • Duration: 7 Days
    • Browsing Data: 500 MB
    • Free Apps Data: 150 MB – WhatsApp, Facebook & Twitter
    • Cap on Subscription: 3 Times a Week

    X-Weekly Plus

    • Price: GHS 7.50
    • Duration: 7 Days
    • Browsing Data: 650 MB
    • Free Apps Data: 250 MB – WhatsApp, Facebook & Twitter
    • Cap on Subscription: 3 Times a Week

    X-Monthly

    • Price: GHS 14.99
    • Duration: 30 Days
    • Browsing Data: 1.20 GB
    • Free Apps Data: 500 MB – WhatsApp, Facebook & Twitter
    • Caps on Subscription: 3 Times a Month

    X-Monthly Plus

    • Price: GHS 15.99
    • Duration: 30 Days
    • Browsing Data 2.00 GB
    • Free Apps Data: 700 MB – WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
    • Cap on Subscription: 3 Times a Month

    X-treme Monthly

    • Price: GHS 24.99
    • Duration: 30 Days
    • Browsing Data: 3.00 GB
    • Free Apps Data: 1.50 GB – WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
    • Cap on Subscription: 3 Times a Month

    X-treme Monthly Plus

    • Price: GHS 35.00
    • Duration: 30 Days
    • Browsing Data: 4.00 GB
    • Free Apps Data: 2.50 GB – WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & Snapchat
    • Cap on Subscription: 3 Times a Month

    Explanation of the Vodafone X Terms Above

    • Vodafone X Plans – These are the names of the plans
    • Price – The cost of each plan
    • Duration – The period (in days) for which a plan is active
    • Browsing Data – The amount of data that can be used to browse any site on the internet. When the “Free Apps Data” has been fully consumed, apps in that category will use data from the “Browsing Data”
    • Free Apps Data – This refers to data that can only be used by the apps mentioned as per the plan.
    • Cap on Subscription – The number of times you can subscribe to the particular plan within a specified period. However, there is a total of 4 times for any mix of the monthly bundles within a month.
  • Blue Light District: Tigo Ghana to let Public try High Speed Internet for Free

    Blue Light District: Tigo Ghana to let Public try High Speed Internet for Free

    Blue Light District is an experiential zone for the public to try out Tigo’s high speed internet. This one day event will be taking place at the Achimota Mall in Accra this Saturday, the 29th of April 2017 starting at 10am. See map below for directions.

    An experiential zone is a unique experience where you get to experience first hand all the fun and excitement that comes with using a good service like the high speed internet by Tigo Ghana.

    The one day event will have the following:

    • A gaming area – FIFA & other video games. Winners take home GHS5,000
    • Music room
    • Movie room
    • Photo-booth
    • Virtual reality room
    • Goods market – vendors selling retail items
    • Mini concert with 2 or 3 minor artistes
    There will be a Fifa 17 competition at the Blue Light District on Saturday
    There will be a Fifa 17 competition at the Blue Light District on Saturday

    For all internet lovers, this is a real great event you should be at. Watch the video below and share your views.