Author: Shepherd Yaw Morttey

6 tips to Buy Safely from Tonaton, Pepapa.com, Jiji or any other Classifieds site
Tonaton, Pepapa.com and Jiji (formerly OLX ) are among the biggest online classified websites in Ghana. We have already compared Tonaton and OLX in the past and done a review on Pepapa.com.

With a lot of sales and purchases been transacted daily on both Tonaton, Pepapa and Jiji, we present readers of Mfidie.com with 6 tips to help you stay safe on the platforms.
1. The cheaper, the riskier.
  Always buy items whose price does not deviate much from other items in the same category. If it’s too good to be real, it most probably is not real.
2. Never make a down payment before meeting the seller. Never!
3. Always meet in person and at a Public Place too. This gives you the chance to check what you’re buying. You are less likely to suffer from “Kwashee” if you are meeting at a public place.
4. Check the item(s) carefully. Cross check with the ad if necessary. Make sure all items listed in the ad is what you actually have before you.
5. Ask for “papers”. This is most applicable when buying a car, or electronics. Ask for receipts if it involves a huge sum and try take a photo of the seller with their consent first. If documentation is important for what you are buying and the seller can not get it for you, it is better you don’t buy at all.
6. Avoid following people to their “homes” or “offices” and go with a friend (especially an expert in what you are buying) if you are not comfortable going alone. Don’t trust someone too much just because of what they say. Stay alert and trust your instincts.
Remember to make safety a priority when making online transactions.

Thank you for reading. Have something to share or any other safety point? Drop in the comment box below.
April 24, 2017
Shadrack Inusah Develops GPA Application for University Students
Shadrack Inusah, a level 200 student of Dominion University College in Accra has developed a Windows Based Application to help University Students in Ghana easily calculate their GPA.

The application features a beautiful User Friendly Interface, making it very simple for students to understand how to use it.

The new Interface of the Application by Shadrack Inusah

Currently available for download is the beta version of the application, designed for students of the Dominion University College in Accra. According to Shadrack, who is a Computer Science Student in the University, feedback from this beta version will be considered before the final version of the application is released. The final version is expected to target all Universities in the country.

The Application by Shadrack Inusah supports Degree and HND students

Update 28/April/2017

The full version of the Application has been released for all students of Dominion University College.

What’s new in this version?
- Tabs (File, GPA, Help) with shortcuts associated
- Support for Degree and HND Students
- Support for devices that could not run Beta version by including .dll files
- Single login interface for Degree & HND students
- Click Once and Run (no installation required)
- Grading Policies for both Degree and HND (to know the class you fall under)
- Direct URL links to School Website and Students portal included
- Bugs fixed
Download the full version of the Grade Point Average Calculator here: GPAcalc.zip
April 22, 2017
Uru Drive: Ghana’s First Nationwide Online Transport Network
Uru Drive was launched in Accra on 21st April 2017. Uru gives you affordable, secure, fast services ranging from Taxi, charter services, business cars, special travel cars. With mobile apps that are available for both Android and iOS, Uru Drive seeks to provide a new generation to the Ghanaian means of transport.

To access Uru, download either the Android App or the iOS App.

Sign up with referral code TXJ34 or 4TJNQ to get 20 GHS free ride.

Uru Drive is available for download on Android and iOS

Features of Uru Drive
- Precise Location Pick Up
- Save favourite Places
- Choose from the available Different Services (Taxi, charter services, business cars, etc)
- Pay with Card or Cash
- Rate Your Ride
How to Request for an Uru Drive

Requesting your Uru service is very easy.
1. You can request Uru by dialling a special toll-free number and the driver will just come to your location and pick.
2. Just open the app and request any services you want. Be it a taxi, business car, travel car, parcel delivery and truck delivery.
3. The app uses your location so your driver knows where to pick you up.
4. You’ll see your driver’s picture, vehicle details, and can track their arrival on the map.
5. Payment can be made by cash or credit card.
6. After the ride, you can rate your driver and provide feedback to help us improve the Uru experience. You’ll also get a receipt by email.
First Screen after Registration

You could choose your preferred car

How to Get the Uru Drive App

Go to the Google PlayStore or iPhone App Store. Search for “Uru” & Download it. For Android, you can use this link, and for iOS, you can use this link.

I have downloaded the app and it seems to work very well so far. I am however yet to request a ride. When I do, I will update this post.

Contact Uru Drive in Ghana

You can follow Uru Drive on the various Social Media Platforms
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/Urudrive
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Urudrive
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urudrive
You can also call Uru directly on 0242280033 or visit their office:

Would you use Uru Drive? Leave a comment.
April 21, 2017
2 “Made In Ghana” Games on the Play Store I love to play
Ghanaian games or apps in general on Google Play are not so much, and the few that have made it there are usually criticized for having either too many adverts or very poor User Interface. Truth be told, a lot of the Ghanaian Developers are more interested in making web apps than apps for Android and iOS.

This past weekend, I decided to download a lot of Ghanaian Games from Google’s Play Store. I asked a few friends for recommendations and I had quite a good list to explore. Overall, I played about 6 different Ghanaian Games but here are the two games that I have not removed from my phone yet. I have enjoyed playing them and will continue to play them for quite some time.
1. Oware3D
  
  Oware is a Mancala styled game that is played in West Africa and some parts of Asia. It’s an interesting game full of very simple and complex calculations and anticipations. Your goal, as with other Mancala style games is to capture more seeds than your opponent.
  
  Oware 3D by Kobby’s Hobby made it to the scene at the 2013 MTN Apps Challenge and it is currently one of the best Android Games coming out of Ghana.
  The game has both single player mode and online multiplayer mode (which is still in its BETA). The game has High Definition (HD) Graphics and a very nice fluid gameplay.
  Last Saturday, I had a friend over at my place and we played Oware 3D on my phone in the local two player mode.
  
  If you do not know how to play Oware, worry not – the game has a very nice interactive tutorial to get you through understanding the concept quite easy. Other noticeable features of the game is the ability to invite someone via Facebook and to chat with someone during an online Multiplayer game session.
2. Cedi Rush
  
  Cedi Rush is a 2D game developed by Heptagon Technology. The storyline for this game is quite simple. It features a character known as “Kwame Ninja”, who is a penniless homeless guy. You play the game as Kwame Ninja in a quest to amass wealth in a cedi rich jungle whilst escaping the many obstacles. The game promises an amazing journey!
  
  I have played this game for quite a while and what I do love about it is the ability to run on very low specs android phones (It played very welll with my phone on Battery Saver Mode). There is also a high score reminder that lets you know and seeks to challenge you to beat your high score. Check this: The game has a 5.0 rating on the Play Store.
  
  The Ghanaian Game Cedi Rush on the Google Play Store
Do you have any Ghanaian Games in mind you love to play? Leave a comment.
April 19, 2017
Huawei GR5 2017 – Specs and Price

Huawei GR5 2017 lets you share your joy and your smiles through its 8 megapixel front-facing selfie camera, featuring a wider angle lens, and automatic facial recognition and retouch software. The inbuilt preset beauty filters and panoramic selfie mode make for great memories, by yourself, or with all your friends.

The Huawei GR5 2017’s fast octa-core processor, with at least 3GB of RAM ensures the user has good speed and a smooth experience when using the phone. A 3340mAh long-lasting battery is all consumers want nowadays. A good phone that doesn’t go off when you need it most.

The new generation fingerprint reader of the Huawei GR5 2017 makes sure to keep your data secure and safe. The sensor allows you to unlock and use your phone in less than one-third of a second.

The 5.5 inch Full High Definition display of the Huawei GR5 2017, coupled with the phone’s metal body and variety of colours gives this Huawei phone a new form of class.

Check out all the specifications of the Huawei GR5 2017 below.

Huawei GR5 2017 Key Specifications

Size

Height → 150.9 mm

Width → 76.2 mm

Depth → 8.2 mm

Weight → About 162 g (including the battery)

Build

Color → Gray/Gold/Silver

Display → 5.5-inch FHD display

Engine

CPU → Kirin 655, Octa-Core (4×2.1GHz+4×1.7GHz)

Operation System → AndroidTM 6.0+EMUI 4.1

Memory + Storage → 3GB RAM + 32GB ROM/4GB RAM + 64GB ROM

Network → (4G) FDD/TDD, (3G) UMTS, (2G) GSM

Connectivity → Wi-Fi802.11b/g/n, 2.4GHz+ BT4.1

Camera

Main camera → 12 MP +2 MP camera

Secondary camera → 8 MP camera

Battery → 3340mAh

Sensors

Hall effect sensor

Fingerprint sensor

Proximity sensor

Ambient light sensor

Compass

Acceleration sensor

Phone status indicator

Also In the box

Handset, Charger, USB cable, Ejection tool, Quick start guide

Price of the Huawei GR5 2017 in Ghana

The Huawei costs around GHS 1220.00. Need one? Get in touch on 0242022161. Do check the Tecno Camon CX that was released earlier this year and the Infinix S2 Pro too.

April 18, 2017
Tecno Camon CX Air (2017) in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria: Buy, Swap, Price, Specs
The Tecno Camon CX Air is a downgraded version of the Tecno Camon CX. 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 front camera of the Tecno Camon CX Air is a good way to look at the phone, coupled with an excellent processor, a 1.5GHz quad-core Processor, MediaTek MT6570T.

The Tecno CSeries are a family of camera-focused phones; but they do good on productivity and the Tecno CX Air, although a downgrade on the Tecno Camon CX, fits the bill for a phone for the African Market.

Tecno Camon CX Air Key Specification
- Body Build: Metal
- Operating System: Android 7.0 Nougat with HiOS
- Network: 3G/4G LTE Band 3(1800), 7(2600), 20(800), 28A(700), 40(2300)
- Screen Size: 5.5 inches
- Resolution: 720×1280 pixels (263 ppi)
- Display: 2.5D display with Gorilla Glass 3
- Weight: 140g
- Battery: 3200 mAh Li-ion Battery (Non-removable)
- SIM: Dual Micro SIM, Dual Standby
- Processor: 1.25GHz quad-core Processor, MediaTek MT6570T
- Front Camera: Front: 13MP with Dual-flash
- Back Camera: Dual back 13MP with Dual-LED flash, 1080 HD Video, Autofocus
- Memory: 16GBROM Expandable via MICRO SD up to 128GB
- RAM: 2GB
- Connectivity: GPS, WiFi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, USB 2.0
- Battery Capacity: 3200mAh battery; 9V/2A fast charging
- Sensors: Accelerometer, Proximity, and Compass Sensor, Temperature sensor, Hall sensor
- Fingerprint: Yes
- Iris Scanner: Yes
- Voice Control: Yes
Price of the Tecno Camon CX Air in Ghana

The TECNO Camon CX Air is going for a cool of GHS 591.00. Do check out the Infinix s2 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy s8.
April 13, 2017
Nokia 9 (2017) available soon in Ghana – Specs and Price

Nokia 9 seems to be the latest surprise from Nokia, after they announced the rebirth of the Nokia 3310. The Nokia 9 will look to be rubbing shoulders with the iPhone 8, which is also yet to be released.

The upcoming Nokia 9 runs on Android,7.1 Nougat and has a 5.5 inches OLED 1440 x 2560 pixels display and an Octa Core Processor 6GB RAM Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor paired with and 64 GB / 128 GB native storage capacity depending on which version you purchase. Memory on the Nokia 9 can also be expanded

The Nokia 9 has an outstanding 22MP main camera at its rear and a 12MP front-facing camera for all the selfie lovers out there. As has become the “norm” with most Nokia phones recently, the Nokia 9 comes with a non-removable Li-Ion 3800 mAh battery.

Check out all the specifications of the Nokia 9 below.

Nokia 9 Key Specifications

Operating System

Android OS, v7.1 (Nougat)

Sim

Single Sim (Nano)

Status

Not Released

Global Release Date

2017, Q3

Display

Screen size → 5.5 inches

Form Factor → Touch

Screen resolution → 1440 x 2560 pixels

Touchscreen → Capacitive Touchscreen

Technology (Display Type) à OLED

Processor

CPU → Octa Core Processor

GPU → Adreno 540

Chipset → Qualcomm Snapdragon 835

Storage

Internal Storage → 64 / 128 GB

RAM → 6 GB RAM

External Storage à Up to 256 GB

Card Slot → microSD Card

Phonebook Storage → Unlimited

Messaging → SMS, MMS, Email, Push Email, IM

Call Records Unlimited

Camera

Primary camera (Rear) → 22 MP Dual Lens Camera

Front Camera → 12 MP Camera

Video Recording → Yes

Camera Features → Geo Tagging, HDR

Multimedia

Audio Player → MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC player

Video Player → MP4, H.264 player

Games → Yes

FM Radio → Yes

Speakers → Yes, Dual Speaker

Audio Jack → 3.5mm Audio Jack

Battery

Type → Non-removable Li-Ion 3800 mAh battery

Connectivity

GPRS → Yes

Edge → Yes

WLAN → Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot

Bluetooth → v4.0, A2DP, LE

USB → v3.1, Type-C reversible connector

GPS Facility → with A-GPS, GLONASS

Browser → HTML5

3G Speed → HSPA, LTE

Network Support

3G → HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz

2G → GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz

4G → VoLTE

Other → Features

Sensors Fingerprint Sensor, IRIS Scanner

Price of Nokia 9 in Ghana

The Nokia 9 is expected to be available on the market in the third quater of this year (2017). Based on rumors, Mfidie.com speculates that the price of the Nokia one will be in the region of GHS 2800.00. Excited about this phone? Don’t think you can afford it? Do check the Tecno Camon CX that was released earlier this year and the Infinix S2 Pro too. They are what I call “High End Budget Phones”.

April 12, 2017
Infinix S2 Pro aka Hot S 2 (2017) available in Ghana – Specs and Price
The Infinix S2 pro (a.k.a Infinx Hot S 2) is the latest in the long streak of Infinix phones to hit the Ghanaian Market and it is the Infinix Hot S’s direct successor. The Infinix S2 Pro X522 is the first phone by manufacturers Infinix with dual camera setup on the front.

One great feature you would have to look out for on the phone is the front facing dual camera that promises to deliver “Wefies” to the user. The phone has both a 13MP front camera and an 8MP front Camera. The latest Infinix S2 Pro’s 13MP huge lens was made for wide angle selfies called “Wefies” and the 8MP smaller lens for normal selfies. This means that the Infinix S2 Pro X522 has been built to support selfies by groups otherwise referred to as “wefies”.

The new Infinix S2 Pro X522 has a 5.2-inch 720p display, same size as the Infinix Hot S – with 2.5D dragon trail glass and is powered by a MediaTek MT6753 Octa-core processor with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage expandable up to 128GB via MicroSD slot.

The Infinix s2 pro is expected to go on sale on Jumia soon

The fresh Infinix S2 Pro runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow with Infinix XOS v.2.1 out of the box. It looks good to get the Android 7 update too. The phone also boasts of a fingerprint scanner which is located at the back of the phone, just above the Infinix Logo and below the rear camera flash. There has been no improvement in the area of battery life as it comes with a 3000mAh, same as the Infinix Hot S.

Infinix S2 Pro Key Specification
- Model: Infinix S2 Pro X522
- Security: Rear fingerprint scanner
- Operating System: Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
- Available Colors: Midnight Black, Orchid Gray, Coral Blue, Arctic Silver, and Maple Gold
- Internal Memory‎: 32GB, expandable memory up to 128GB with microSD Card
- RAM: 3GB, 2GB
- Processor: MediaTek MT6753 Processor, Octacore
- Display Size: 5.2-inch 720p display with 2.5D dragon tail glass
- Rear Camera: 16MP with LED flash
- Front Camera: 13MP + 8MP dual front-facing cameras with dual-tone LED flash, f/2.0 aperture
- Connectivity: 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, USB Type-C, USB OTG
- Battery: 3000mAh battery with Fast Charging
the Infinix S2 Pro has a fingerprint sensor

Price of Infinix S2 Pro X522 in Ghana

The Infinix s2 Pro is available at the price of GHS 713.00.

Need one? Call George on +233245269141

Excited about this phone? Have you checked out the Tecno Camon CX that was released earlier this year? Will the Infinix S2 Pro be a good competitor for the Tecno Camon CX? Let’s wait and see.
April 10, 2017
Hisense King Kong 3 in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria: Buy, Swap, Price, Specs

Hisense King Kong 3 (aka Hisense C30) smartphone by Hisense Mobile in 2017 for the Ghanaian market.

The Hisense King Kong 3 is resistant to water and dust confirmed by an IP68 certificate. The device has a 5-inch HD display (like King King 2) and works under Snapdragon 415 with 32GB of ROM and 3GB of RAM. Cameras have 16 and 5 megapixels. The battery has 3000mAh.

Specifications of the Hisense King Kong 3

Dimensions: 71.7 x 145 x 8.6 mm
Weight: 152 g
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 415 MSM8929
CPU: 4x 1.4 GHz ARM Cortex-A53, 4x 1.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A53, Cores: 8
GPU: Qualcomm Adreno 405
RAM: 3 GB, 667 MHz
Storage: 32 GB
Display: 5.2 in, Full HD
Battery: 3200 mAh, Li-Polymer
OS: Android Nougat with Vision UI
Camera: 16MP front, 5MP rear, both with LED Flash
SIM card: Micro-SIM
Wi-Fi: b, g, n, n 5GHz, Dual band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct
USB: 2.0, Micro USB
Bluetooth: 4.0
Positioning: GPS, A-GPS
Other: Water/Dust/Shock Proof

Price of the Hisense King Kong 3

Buy Hisense King Kong 2 from Mfidie.com for GHS 1500 in Ghana

Swap your Android Phone with the Hisense King Kong 3

We currently do not have swap deals for the Hisense KingKong 3. Check back soon for more deals.

Check out this great list of all the other Hisense Phones right here on Mfidie.com

April 6, 2017
Hisense King Kong 2

Hisense King Kong 2 (aka Hisense C20) smartphone by Hisense Mobile in 2017 for the Ghanaian market.

The Hisense King Kong 2 is resistant to water and dust confirmed by IP67 certificate. The device has a 5-inch HD display, it works under Snapdragon 415 with 16GB of flash and 2GB of RAM. Cameras have 13 and 5 megapixels. The battery has 3000mAh.

Specifications of the Hisense King Kong 2

Dimensions: 71.7 x 145 x 8.6 mm
Weight: 152 g
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 415 MSM8929
CPU: 4x 1.4 GHz ARM Cortex-A53, 4x 1.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A53, Cores: 8
GPU: Qualcomm Adreno 405
RAM: 2 GB, 667 MHz
Storage: 16 GB
Display: 5 in, AMOLED, 720 x 1280 pixels, 24 bit
Battery: 3200 mAh, Li-Polymer
OS: Android 5.1 Lollipop
Camera: 4160 x 3120 pixels, 1920 x 1080 pixels, 30 fps
SIM card: Micro-SIM
Wi-Fi: b, g, n, n 5GHz, Dual band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct
USB: 2.0, Micro USB
Bluetooth: 4.0
Positioning: GPS, A-GPS

Price of the Hisense King King 2 in Ghana

Buy Hisense King Kong 2 from Mfidie.com for GHS 850

Check out this great list of all the other Hisense Phones right here on Mfidie.com

April 5, 2017