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  • Samsung Galaxy S9, S9+: Specs, Features and Price in Ghana, Nigeria

    Samsung Galaxy S9, S9+: Specs, Features and Price in Ghana, Nigeria

    Samsung and Android lovers in Ghana, Nigeria and the rest of West Africa were delighted yesterday when the new flagships, the S9 and S9+ were unveiled at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

    Samsung Galaxy S9 Powered by 5.8 inches latest Android 8.0 (Oreo) OS Quad-core 2.7 GHz Kryo and Quad-core 1.7 GHz Kryo CPU based on SD845 Chip with Adreno 560 GPU, 4GB RAM, 64GB internal storage and 12MP back and 8MP front Selfie Camera, Pack in 3000 mAh Non-Removable Battery

    The Samsung S9 features 5.8 inches 4K display touchscreen with Amoled technology LCD. The device has a screen resolution of 2960 x 1440 pixels with 570 PPI pixels density. This device is shattered, dust and waterproof IP68 certified – dust proof and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

    The Samsung Galaxy S9 at the MWC in Barcelona
    The Samsung Galaxy S9 at the MWC in Barcelona

    The Smartphone comes with 12 MP, optical image stabilization, autofocus, LED flash, Dual Shot, Simultaneous HD video and image recording, geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, panorama, HDR, 4K videos, optical stabilization, dual-video recorder Camera and make a batter Videos, images in low light with Led flash. The device makes videos calling and shearing with 8MP front-facing camera.

    It has support for a high-speed EDGE and GPRS, GPS, Bluetooth version of 5.0, microUSB v3.0 (MHL 2), C type with the host, NFC Wi-Fi, Dual-Band with Hotspot GSM All version, 3G and 4G Networking.

    Samsung Galaxy S9 Full Specs

    • OS: Android 8 (Oreo)
    • Display: 5.8-inch Quad HD + Curved Super AMOLED, 18.5:9 (529ppi)
    • Body: 147.7mm x 68.7mm x 8.5mm, 163g, IP68
    • Rear Camera: SuperSpeed Dual Pixel 12MP AF sensor with OIS (F1.5/F2.4)
    • Front Camera: 8MP AF (F1.7)
    • Application Processor: 10nm, 64-bit, Octa-core processor (2.8 GHz Quad + 1.7 GHz Quad)
    • Memory: 4GB RAM / 64GB + Micro SD Slot (up to 400 GB)
    • Battery: 3,000mAh
    • Charging: Fast Wired Charging compatible with QC 2.0 / Fast Wireless Charging compatible with WPC and PMA
    • Network: Enhanced 4X4 MIMO / CA, LAA, LTE Cat.18
    • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), VHT80 MU-MIMO, 1024QAM, Bluetooth® v 5.0 (LE up to 2Mbps), ANT+, USB type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)
    • Payment: NFC, MST
    • Sensors: Iris sensor, Pressure sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint sensor, Gyro sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor, HR sensor, Proximity sensor, RGB Light sensor
    • Authentication: Lock type: pattern, PIN, password
    • Biometric lock type: iris scanner, fingerprint scanner, face recognition
    • Intelligent Scan: biometric authentication with iris scanning and facial recognition
    • Audio: Stereo speakers tuned by AKG, Dolby Atmos-enabled surround sound
    • Audio playback format: MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, APE, DSF, DFF
    • Video: MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
    • Virtual Reality: Gear VR with Controller (SM-R325NZVAXAR), Google Daydream View

    Samsung Galaxy S9+ Specs

    • OS: Android 8 (Oreo)
    • Display: 6.2-inch Quad HD + Curved Super AMOLED, 18.5:9 (570ppi)
    • Body: 158.1mm x 73.8mm x 8.5mm, 189g, IP68
    • Rear Camera: Dual Camera with Dual OIS / Wide-angle: SuperSpeed Dual Pixel 12MP AF sensor (F1.5/F2.4), Telephoto: 12MP AF sensor (F2.4)
    • Front Camera: 8MP AF (F1.7)
    • Application Processor: 10nm, 64-bit, Octa-core processor (2.8 GHz Quad + 1.7 GHz Quad)
    • Memory: 6GB RAM / 64GB + Micro SD Slot (up to 400 GB)
    • Battery: 3,500mAh
    • Charging: Fast Wired Charging compatible with QC 2.0 / Fast Wireless Charging compatible with WPC and PMA
    • Network: Enhanced 4X4 MIMO / CA, LAA, LTE Cat.18
    • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), VHT80 MU-MIMO, 1024QAM, Bluetooth® v 5.0 (LE up to 2Mbps), ANT+, USB type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)
    • Payment: NFC, MST
    • Sensors: Iris sensor, Pressure sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint sensor, Gyro sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor, HR sensor, Proximity sensor, RGB Light sensor
    • Authentication: Lock type: pattern, PIN, password
    • Biometric lock type: iris scanner, fingerprint scanner, face recognition
    • Intelligent Scan: biometric authentication with iris scanning and facial recognition
    • Audio: Stereo speakers tuned by AKG, Dolby Atmos-enabled surround sound
    • Audio playback format: MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, APE, DSF, DFF
    • Video: MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
    • Virtual Reality: Gear VR with Controller (SM-R325NZVAXAR), Google Daydream View

    Pricing and Availability of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+

    Prices and availability in Ghana

    The S9 is going for the price of GHS 3,499 while the S9+ will start selling at GHS 3,999 in Ghana.

    Prices and availability in Nigeria

    The Galaxy S9 and S9+ are available on the Nigerian Market. The S9 is selling for 260,000 Nigerian Naira while the premium end Galaxy S9+ is selling 302,400 Nigerian Naira.

  • The new Samsung Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+: All you need to know about

    The new Samsung Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+: All you need to know about

    Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ are now official as the company showcased the two new phones in Barcelona, ahead of Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2018. Samsung’s new Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ will compete against the iPhone X and Google Pixel 2 series. With these new phones, the focus is on the camera. Samsung has not tinkered much with the design of the Galaxy S9 series, though it has reduced the bezels even further on the new phones.

    The big change though is the Galaxy S9’s camera with Samsung introducing a super-slow-motion video option, and new dual-aperture feature to ensure the best low-light performance. Samsung has also gone with the Apple approach and limited the dual-rear camera feature to the bigger Galaxy S9+ variant rather than introducing it on both phones.

    What’s new on Samsung’s Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+

    Animoji, Dual Speakers, New Position for the Fingerprint Sensor

    The Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ will also come with a new AR Emoji feature, which is the company’s own take on Animoji seen in iPhone X and Bitmoji, a well-known app. Samsung’s AR Animoji will scan the user’s face and create a cartoon version of them, which can then be shared on SMS, third-party apps like WhatsApp, etc. There will be 18 different expressions that a user can send, says Samsung. AR Animoji will let users customise the skin tone, clothes, etc of their character as well.

    The Galaxy S9 will also come with dual-stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos surround sound capabilities to offer a much more immersive audio experience. The Galaxy S9 series continues with a 3.5-mm headphone jack as well and are IP68 water and dust-resistant. Samsung has also shifted the fingerprint scanner below the camera module and the face and iris scan feature is also present on both phones.

    The Galaxy S9 and S9+ come with better cameras

    For the camera, the Galaxy S9 comes with dual aperture feature, which is f/1.5 and f/2.4 for low light and daylight performance. Samsung says this technology allows for 28 percent more light to enter the sensor compared to the Galaxy S8 series. However, there is no ‘Bokeh’ style feature on the smaller Galaxy S9. In contrast, the Galaxy S9+ has dual cameras on the back with dual OIS and allows for the ‘Bokeh’ feature.

    Samsung Galaxy S9+ camera is 12MP +12MP with dual OIS on the back. The wide-angle 12MP sensor has F/1.5 and F/2.4 aperture while the telephoto lens is also 12MP with f/2.4 aperture. The front camera on both phones is 8MP with f/1.7 aperture. Both Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ will support super slow mode at 960 frames per second. When it comes to the slow motion feature, Samsung will automatically detect motion and alert user when the slow motion aspect has been recorded. Users will then have the option of adding background music to their slo-mo videos or they can convert them into GIFs for easy sharing. These videos can also be set as wallpaper on the Galaxy S9.

    This Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2018, photo shows the Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus, left, and Galaxy S9 mobile phones are shown in this photo during a product preview in New York. The Galaxy S9 phones were unveiled Sunday, Feb. 25, in Barcelona, Spain, and will be available March 16. Advance orders begin this Friday. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)

    Battery on the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+

    For the battery, Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ continue with the same size as the previous S8, which is 3000 mAh and 3500 mAh respectively. The new phones are powered by Android 8.0 Oreo with TouchWiz UI on top. Samsung has also introduced some new features to the Bixby camera. This is Samsung’s own virtual assistant. Bixby will now support live translation via the camera. A user can just point the camera to a sign or text written in a different language and it will be translated to whichever one they prefer. The Bixby camera can also be used to now point at food and it will tell how many calories are there in a particular item.

    Samsung is also continuing with the DeX pad for the Galaxy S9 series and has introduced a new one for the flagship phones. This allows for a desktop-like experience from the Galaxy S9 by plugging it to the DeX pad and connecting it to a desktop monitor. Samsung will support Full HD and 2K monitors as well.

    Processing Power on the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+

    On the specifications front, Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ will be powered by the Exynos 9810 octa-core processor in international markets, which includes Ghana. In the US, the phones will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 octa-core processor. The RAM/Storage specifications for Galaxy S9 are 4GB RAM with 64GB/128GB/256GB, while Galaxy S9+ has the following specifications 6GB RAM and 64GB/128GB/256GB. The colour variants of the Galaxy S9 are Black, Blue, Titanium Gray and new Lilac Purple version.

    Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ Specs at a Glance (Comparison View)

    Device Galaxy S9 Galaxy S9+
    Display Size 5.8” QHD+ (2960×1440) sAMOLED 18.5:9 6.2” QHD+ (2960×1440) sAMOLED 18.5:9
    Glass Type Gorilla Glass 5 Gorilla Glass 5
    Display Color Palette HDR10 HDR10
    System-on-chip Qualcomm Snapdragon 845/Exynos 9810 Qualcomm Snapdragon 845/Exynos 9810
    RAM Capacity 4GB 6GB
    Storage Capacity 64GB/128GB/256GB + Micro SD Card slot (up to 400GB) 64GB/128GB/256GB + Micro SD Card slot (up to 400GB)
    Speaker System AKG Tuned stereo speakers AKG Tuned stereo speakers
    Headphone Jack Yes, 3.5mm Yes, 3.5mm
    Front Camera 8MP front camera with auto focus 8MP front camera with autofocus
    Rear Camera 12MP with f/1.5 and f/2.4 variable aperture 12MP with f/1.5 and f/2.4 variable aperture + 12MP zoom lens f/2.4
    Battery Capacity 3,000 mAh battery 3,500 mAh battery
    Wireless Charging Yes Yes
    Fast Charging Yes, Samsung Adaptive Fast Charging Yes, Samsung Adaptive Fast Charging
    Biometrics Iris, Facial, and fingerprint recognition Iris, Facial, and fingerprint recognition
    Water and Dust Resistance IP68 IP68
    Software Android 8.0 Oreo with Samsung Experience 9.0 Android 8.0 Oreo with Samsung Experience 9.0

    Conclusion

    The Galaxy S9 is a great evolution of the Galaxy S8 design. On the surface, it looks very similar to its predecessor, but under the hood, the improvements of the Camera system, the computing power, and the broadband communications quality are drastic and true next-generation features.

    In addition to the hardware changes, Samsung did focus on real use cases that matter to people. Again the S9 camera sets the bar for 2018 with an extreme low-light performance along with slow-motion for all.

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  • Huawei P Smart (2018): Specs, Price, Features & All you need to know

    Huawei P Smart (2018): Specs, Price, Features & All you need to know

    HUAWEI launched the all-new P smart Series this year. By perfectly blending fashion with technology, this is a phone that is well attractive and very compact, specs-wise. the P Smart features the whole new EMUI 8.0 operating system (OS) (Based on Android 8.0) with a focus on the FullView Display design.

    The Huawei P Smart packs in a 5.65-inch, 18:9 aspect ratio, Full HD (2160 x 1080) display, Kirin 658 chipset, 32GB of storage, 3GB of RAM, 3,000mAh battery, dual 13MP + 2MP rear cameras, 8MP front camera and Android 8.0 Oreo. Solid!

    Huawei P Smart Key Specifications

    • CPU: Octa-core (Quad Core 2.36 GHz Cortex-A53 and Quad Core 1.7GHz Cortex-A53)
    • Chipset: Huawei HiSilicon Kirin 659
    • GPU: ARM Mali-T830 MP2, 2-Cores
    • Rear Camera: Dual 13+2 Megapixels with LED and AF Dual Rear Camera
    • Front Camera: 8MP
    • RAM: RAM- 3GB/4GB LPDDR3
    • Storage (ROM): 32GB/64GB External Memory Support Up to 256GB using microSD card (Uses SIM 2 Slot)
    • Display: Screen size 5.65 inches FHD+ IPS Display (2160 x 1080 Pixels)
    • Battery: Non-Removable 3,000 mAh Lithium-Polymer
    • SIM: Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano + Nano/microSD)
    • Sensors: Proximity Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Ambient Light, Fingerprint
    • Colour: Black, Blue, Gold, Pink
    • Operating System: Android 8.0 Oreo with Emotion UI 8.0
    • I/O Interface: 1x Nano SIM Card Slot, 1x Nano SIM Card Slot or TF Card Slot, Micro-USB, Headphone Jack, Power Button, Volume Button, Microphone, Speaker
    • Dimensions: 150.1 mm x 72.1 mm x 7.45 mm
    • Weight: 143 Grams (With Battery)
    • Colours: Black, Gold and Blue
    • Versions: Two Variants Available 3GB/32GB & 4GB/64GB

    For detailed specification, kindly scroll down

    Features of the Huawei P Smart

    Compact and stylish design with 18:9 HUAWEI FullView display

    The Huawei P Smart is a work of art that feels great in the palm of your hand. With a Stunning new FHD+ 5.65-inch screen and crystal 2.5D glass screen, coupled with the 18:9 aspect ratio with a high screen-to-body ratio, you can comfortably maximize your visual entertainment and everyday experiences.

    The P Smart gives you the comfort and ability to enjoy your games and movies in a display that is totally mesmerising. The phone also comes with Motion Control and Screen Capture function which allows you to conveniently turn on or off your screen even with the 5.65-inch screen.

    Powerful performance

    Camera Performance

    The P smart allows you to move from mere photography to artistry with the 13MP/2MP Dual-lens rear camera with wide aperture effect(ƒ0.95-ƒ16). The Phone from Huawei also features an 8MP Front Camera with an Aperture of ƒ2.0, together with the Beauty Face Mode and an exclusive beauty face algorithm, you can now take crystal-clear photos and natural facial enhancement with multi-level bokeh and more accurate bokeh edges.

    You can do this with just with one tap – you can turn on the portrait mode. The P smart comes with the smart hand gesture –  a feature that allows you to take selfies with your hands up.

    Processing Power

    The P Smart is powered by the HUAWEI Kirin 659 processor, which has Octa-core CPU, also equipped with an i5 mini-core coprocessor. It can deliver consistent performance when playing games or multitasking.

    With the 3GB RAM, and 32GB ROM, supports expanding to 256GB, you can handle various types of applications and have more space for games, apps or photos. The 3000 mAh battery capacity means you can do all these and not have to worry about constantly charging the phone.

    The P Smart boasts a dual lens camera setup. That main 13-megapixel lens is backed up by a secondary 2-megapixel snapper, which offers a greater depth of field for your photos.
    The P Smart boasts a dual lens camera setup. That main 13-megapixel lens is backed up by a secondary 2-megapixel snapper, which offers a greater depth of field for your photos.

    Smarter using experience provided by Android 8.0 and EMUI 8.0

    P smart provides many smart functions to you to make your life more convenient! Through HUAWEI Phone Clone, you can transfer data, Apps and information from your old Android phone to P smart easily. And with WIFI bridge, you can share your home WIFI with your friends without passwords and improve the WIFI signal coverage.

    You can see, when u are using the Notepad, smart multi-column display allowed you to see the more detail content more clearly. And P smart supports connecting to two Bluetooth devices when you are connecting smart band and Bluetooth earphone at the same time, your exercise and health data can be recorded by the smart band while enjoying music through your Bluetooth earphone.

    Pricing, Deals and Availability of the Huawei P Smart

    Pricing and Deals of the P Smart in Ghana

    The Huawei P Smart is available for sale at GHS 1050.

    Where to buy the Huawei P Smart from

    • Telefonika
    • CompuGhana
    • Franko Trading Shops
    • Kingtech
    • Huawei Experience Shops across Ghana

    Full Specifications of the Huawei P Smart

    Display
    Screen Size 5.65 inch
    Screen Resolution 2160 x 1080 pixels
    Screen Type LCD
    Pixel Density 427 PPI
    Bezel Less Yes
    Screen Features 2.5D Curved Glass

    Chipset
    Brand HiSilicon Kirin
    Processor Speed 2.36GHz
    Processor HiSilicon Kirin 659
    Processor Type Octa-Core
    RAM 3GB
    Graphics Mali-T830 MP2

    Camera
    Rear Camera Resolution 13MP
    Dual Rear Camera Yes, 2 MP
    Front Camera Resolution 8MP
    Dual Selfie Camera No
    Camera Features Autofocus, LED Flash

    General Specifications
    Operating System Android
    OS Version Android 8.0 Oreo
    OS Detail EMUI 8.0
    Device Type Touchscreen
    USB Connector Type Micro USB
    Features Fingerprint Scanner, GPS, FM Radio
    Sensors Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Magnetometer, Ambient Light
    Dimensions (mm) 150.1 x 72.05 x 7.45
    Weight 143 grams
    Connectivity 4G LTE (Ghana Compatible), 3G, 2G, WiFi, Bluetooth, VoLTE
    Headphone Jack Type 3.5mm
    Color Black, Gold, Blue
    Build Material Metal
    Device Warranty 1 Year
    In The Box Device, Charger & Cable Separate, SIM Ejector Tool, User Manual

    Storage
    Internal Storage 32GB
    Card Slot Yes
    Maximum Card Slot Capacity 128GB

    Communication
    SIM Card Slots Dual
    Network Type GSM
    SIM Card Type Nano SIM
    SIM 1 Details 4G, 3G, 2G, Nano SIM
    SIM 2 Details 4G, 3G, 2G, Nano SIM
    Hybrid SIM (microSD + SIM) Yes
    2G Bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
    3G Bands UMTS 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
    4G Bands LTE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 2100 / 2600, LTE-TDD 1900(B39) / 2300(B40) / 2500(B41) / 2600(B38)

    Battery
    Battery Capacity 3000mAh
    Battery Type Lithium-Polymer (Li-Po)
    Removable Battery No

     

  • Infinix S3 (2018): Specs, Price, Buy, Swap and All you need to know

    Infinix S3 (2018): Specs, Price, Buy, Swap and All you need to know

    The Infinix S3 (a.k.a. Infinix Hot S3) is the latest in the long streak of Infinix phones to hit the Ghanaian Market and it is the Infinix S2’s direct successor. The Infinix S3 is the first phone by manufacturers Infinix with an 18:9 screen ratio, with the now trendy Full Display.

    The Infinix S3 is powered by 1.4GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor and it comes with 3GB of RAM. The phone packs 32GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 128GB via a microSD card.

    As far as the cameras are concerned, the Infinix Hot S3 packs a 13-megapixel primary camera on the rear and a 20-megapixel front shooter for selfies.

    The Infinix S3 features a 5.65-inch HD+ display and runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 SoC clocked at 1.4 Ghz.
    The Infinix S3 features a 5.65-inch HD+ display and runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 SoC clocked at 1.4 Ghz.

    Infinix S3 Key Specifications

    • Display: 5.65-inch
    • Processor: 1.4GHz octa-core
    • Front Camera: 20-megapixel
    • Resolution: 720×1440 pixels
    • RAM: 3GB
    • OS: Android 8.0
    • Storage (ROM): 32GB
    • Rear Camera: 13-megapixel
    • Battery Capacity: 4000mAh

    Features of the Infinix S3

    Infinix S3 Camera Features and Face Unlock

    Infinix’s S3 series has been specially created for improved camera functions, claims the company. In the S3, the company offers a 13MP rear camera along with a 20MP front camera.

    The 13MP rear camera comes with dual LED flash that enables Beauty mode, as well as panorama and time-lapse. The 20MP selfie lens is backed by LED flash for better low-light capabilities. The selfie camera additionally provides a Bokeh mode and a wide-angle selfie for good group photos.

    The new Infinix S3 device also has a Face Unlock feature. Infinix rolled out an OTA update for the S3 to enable “Face Unlock” feature for all of the phone’s users. Infinix Hot S3 users can manually enable this new software feature by going to Settings and click on Security & location, then selecting Face ID.

    Android 8.0 and Performance Improvements on the Infinix S3

    Infinix S3 runs on Android 8.0 Oreo, topped by the company’s UI skin, XOS Hummingbird 3.0. It is good to see the company introduce Oreo at this price range. As mentioned earlier, the Infinix S3 sports the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor coupled with 3GB RAM.

    Pricing and Availability of the Infinix S3

    Infinix S3 Price in Ghana

    StorePriceContact
    Mfidie Shop (Nationwide Delivery)GHS 8500546090871
    AtapsaGHS 8700544991140

    Infinix Exclusive Shop at Achimota

    The Infinix S3 opening which is expected to arrive in Ghana last week in March 2018, and would first be available at the maiden Infinix Exclusive Shop will be opened around the same time at Achimota in Accra. The Infinix Exclusive shop at the Achimota Retail Center would be a one-stop shop for the sale of all Infinix products, a support centre for basic troubleshooting as well as serve as an experience centre for customers.

    Infinix S3 Price in Kenya

    The Hot S3 is available in Kenya for Ks 20,100

    Infinix S3 Price in Nigeria

    Infinix Hot S3 in Nigeria sells at a recommended retail price of 72,000 Naira.

    Swap deals for the Infinix S3

    For swap deals on the new Infinix S3 call George on +233 24 526 9141

    Full Specifications of the Infinix S3

    General 
    Release dateFeb-18
    Form factorTouchscreen
    Dimensions (mm)152.30 x 72.80 x 8.40
    Weight (g)150
    Battery capacity (mAh)4000
    ColoursSandstone Black, Brush Gold
    Display 
    Screen size (inches)5.65
    TouchscreenYes
    Resolution720×1440 pixels
    Hardware 
    Processor1.4GHz octa-core
    Processor makeQualcomm Snapdragon 430
    RAM3GB
    Internal storage32GB
    Expandable storageYes
    Expandable storage typemicroSD
    Expandable storage up to (GB)128
    Camera 
    Rear camera13-megapixel
    Rear FlashDual LED
    Front camera20-megapixel
    Front FlashDual LED
    SOFTWARE 
    Operating SystemAndroid 8.0
    SkinXOS 3.0
    Connectivity 
    Wi-FiYes
    GPSYes
    BluetoothYes, v 4.20
    USB OTGYes
    Headphones3.5mm
    Number of SIMs2
    SIM 1 
    SIM TypeNano-SIM
    GSM/CDMAGSM
    3GYes
    4G/ LTEYes
    Supports 4G in India (Band 40)Yes
    SIM 2 
    SIM TypeNano-SIM
    GSM/CDMAGSM
    3GYes
    4G/ LTEYes
    Supports 4G in India (Band 40)Yes
    Sensors 
    Compass/ MagnetometerYes
    Proximity sensorYes
    Ambient light sensorYes
  • Did you know #IconicDuo viral trend is Nokia and Android partnership?

    Did you know #IconicDuo viral trend is Nokia and Android partnership?

    It turns out the #IconicDuo hashtag that went viral on social media was in connection with the marriage between HMD Nokia, producers of much-loved new models of Nokia phones and Android, the world’s most patronized software platform.

    On social media, people are sharing great examples of #iconicDuos.

    Gary Al Smith’s sports example was ”Sergio Ramos and Yellow card”, while some random Tweeter called Snu Snu showed off a Hennessey and Coke saying “#IconicDuo de3, there is nothing better”.

    One post from @BarristerDrew celebrates two renowned Ghana actors, Judas and Santo in Twi “Asuo a eyiri p3ber3” saying “The greatest. #IconicDuo”

    For the food lovers, Felix Romark showcased Ghanaian delicacy of “abolo and a type of small fish known as ‘one man thousand’” calling it the “the best combo # IconicDuo”. So many funny #IconicDuo posts and it went viral.

    But! Who would have thought that Nokia would get onboard the Android train? Anyway, it is worth it. Yes, the suspense created by the campaign is as iconic as the #IconicDuo themselves, Nokia and Android.

    The two are certainly creating a legacy for the future. As @qwestmatic said, “Nokia has 9 lives”.

    They say #NokiaMobileonAndroid what is your favourite #IconicDuo?

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  • The Infinix and TECNO takeover – Are these brands here to stay?

    The Infinix and TECNO takeover – Are these brands here to stay?

    The 21st century has seen lots of development in tech. This advancement is primarily due to more knowledge and human demands.

    Back in the early 2000s, the world saw a few adjustments made to the mobile phone devices and only a handful of these brands were tried to become trusted devices. But to the surprise of both mobile phone manufacturers and users, these old and trusted brands are almost nonexistent in a bigger part of the world. This is due to the emergence of other mobile phone brands.

    TECNO and Infinix mobility are two mobile phone brands from the theTranssion Holdings parent company. Their devices are scattered all over the Asian continent. Since its first product till the last and the upcoming ones, the mobility has gone from small and undiscovered brands to one of the largest used brands in the world, particularly here in Ghana. The secret behind their skyrocketing popularity is due to the affordability and super cool specs of the phones they put up for sale.

    Both brands have come out with exceptional qualities that most brands never put much emphasis on. Let’s look at their respective flagships, released in the last quarter of 2017.

    Tecno Phantom 8 Infinix Zero 5
    Body Cover Plastic cover Metal cover
    Display Size 5.7 inches FHD (1080 by 1920) 5.98 inches FHD (1080 by 1920)
    Screen Protection 2.5D curved Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version) 2.5D curved Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    SIM Capacity Dual SIM with 4G Dual SIM with 4G
    OS Version Android 7.0 Nougat with HiOS Android 7.0 Nougat with XOS
    RAM and Memory 6GB RAM and 64GB ROM 6GB RAM and 64GB/128GB ROM
    CPU and Speed Octa-core 2.6 GHz Octa-core 2.6 GHz
    Chipset MediaTek Helio P25 MediaTek Helio P25
    Back Camera Dual 13MP + 12MP with LED flash Dual 13MP + 12MP with LED flash
    Front Camera 20 MP with soft flash. 16 MP with soft flash
    Finger Print Yes(back Mounted) Yes(back Mounted)
    Battery 3,500 mAh 4,350 mAh

    These brands are here to stay and you’d agree with me after you compare the specs above of their latest flagships – The Tecno Phantom 8 and the Infinix Zero 5.

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  • Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 plus to be announced in February 2018 at MWC

    Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 plus to be announced in February 2018 at MWC

    The Samsung Galaxy S9 is just a month away from becoming official, as Samsung has confirmed that its 2018 flagship will see a launch at MWC in February.

    It’s unlikely the impending unveiling will have many surprises in store, though, as we already know a much about the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus, courtesy of the online rumour mill.

    Evan Blass, a well-known tech informant, says he learned from a C-level executive at a smartphone-case maker that the Galaxy S9 and larger Galaxy S9 Plus will be available to pre-order on March 1 and will go on sale on March 16.

    Rumoured Specifications of the Samsung Galaxy S9

    • 5.8in / 6.2in QHD+ Super AMOLED curved display (570ppi / 529ppi)
    • Android 8.0
    • Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 (US) / Samsung Exynos (UK)
    • 4GB RAM / 6GB RAM
    • 64GB/128GB / 64GB/128GB/256GB storage
    • Cat 18 LTE support (1.2Gbps download speeds)
    • Rear-mounted fingerprint scanner
    • 12MP Dual Pixel camera with OIS (f/1.5, f/2.4) / Vertical dual rear-facing camera
    • Bixby AI assistant with dedicated button
    • USB-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
    • Wireless charging support
    • IP68 water and dust resistance
    • Built-in FM radio
    • Updated DeX docking station

    If you already know you’re going to drop the cash on a Galaxy S9 or S9 Plus, the big day is March 1st. Pre-orders should be live at that time, but there will most likely be some variation across different markets and carriers. Here in Ghana, Pre-orders are expected to be around 15th March.

    Phones will reportedly ship and hit store shelves in Ghana during the last week of March 2018.

    Predicted Price of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus in Ghana

    The Samsung Galaxy S9 is predicted to go for GHS 4,200 with the S9 Plus at GHS 4,800 when they are released into the Ghanaian market this year. Depending on deals that they could come with, the prices should be a bit lower.

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  • Tecno Camon CM (2018): Specs, Price, Features & All you need to know

    Tecno Camon CM (2018): Specs, Price, Features & All you need to know

    Tecno Camon CM (CMore or C11) is officially the first device from Tecno Mobile to feature the 18:9 aspect ratio. The 18:9 aspect ratio is the new cool in the smartphone industry. And although fans of Tecno were expecting a bezel-less phone, per teasing photos released by Tecno, that didn’t happen with the Camon CM.

    Tecno Camon CM Key Specifications

    • Screen Type: Full Vision capacitive touchscreen
    • Screen Size: 5.65-inch
    • Resolution: 720 x 1440 pixels
    • SIM: Dual SIM Micro
    • Network: 2G/3G/4G
    • Dimensions: 152.2 x 71.7 x 7.75mm
    • Weight: 144g
    • Body Build: Full Metal
    • Radio: Yes
    • Hands-Free: 3.5mm Jack
    • Rear Camera: 13MP FF with Ring-Flash (Quad-Flash)
    • Front Camera: 13MP FF, with Dual-Flash
    • Video Quality: 1080p HD
    • Chipset: 64-bit MEDIATEK MTK6737H
    • CPU: Quad-Core 1.3GHz
    • GPU: Mali-T720
    • Internal Storage: 16GB expandable up to up to 128GB
    • RAM: 2GB
    • Sensors: G-Sensor, Fingerprint, Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor and E-Compass
    • OS: Android 7.0 Nougat with HiOS 2.0 User Interface
    • Bluetooth: V4.1
    • Hotspot: Yes
    • WiFi: Yes
    • USB: Micro USB Type-C
    • GPS: A-GPS
    • Battery Size: 3050mAh Capacity
    • Battery Type: Li-Polymer
    • Fast Charge: Available

    For detailed specification, kindly scroll down

    Features of the Tecno Camon CM

    First ever 18:9 aspect ratio on a Tecno Phone

    What’s so special about the 18:9 ratio? Well, regular smartphones (like the Tecno Camon CX and the Hisense King Kong 2) come with the widely accepted 16:9 screen ratio. This meant that the left and right sides, as well as the top and bottom of the phone, would have bezels. But with the 18:9 ratio, manufacturers are able to achieve a larger display on a comparatively smaller body.

    Tecno managed to bring the 18:9 aspect ratio, but with very significant bezels. This did not go well with a lot of their fans who expressed a lot of dissatisfaction on their Facebook page.

    The first pictures released by Tecno suggested that the Camon CM will be bezel-less. Fans were disappointed to realise the real phone had very significant bezels.
    The first pictures released by Tecno suggested that the Camon CM will be bezel-less. Fans were disappointed to realise the real phone had very significant bezels.

    Improved Camera Experience

    As a Camon phone, the one area Tecno cannot compromise on is the Camera section. True to the spirit of a Camon phone, the Tecno Camon CM comes with a 13 megapixels front-facing camera and another 13 megapixels rear camera. Both the front and rear cameras have LED flash.

    The LED flash at the rear of the phone packs enough brightness to be used as a torchlight. Generally and for accessibility options, users of the phone can use it as a notification indicator.

    Processing Power, RAM and Storage

    Just like any other Tecno Phone, The CM is packed with a quad-core processor functioning with the MediaTek MT6737 chipset. The processor can reach speeds of 1.25 Gigahertz. Although scanty on the ram side, with just 2GB, it is still enough and manageable to use the CM without any visible lagging (freezing).

    The phone also comes with 16GB Storage space, but there is an option to upgrade this via an SD Card to 128 GB. The combination of processor, ram and storage is enough to keep the phone running for all average users. If you need more processing power, I suggest you get the Tecno Phantom 8 or wait for the next Phantom phone, which is likely to be released in the last quarter of 2018.

    Pricing, Deals and Availability of the Tecno Camon CM

    Price and Deals for the CM in Ghana

    The Tecno Camon CM is available in Ghana, at a recommended retail price of GHS 622. It is expected that it comes with data bundles from MTN Ghana, but that has not yet been confirmed.

    Price and Deals for the CM in Kenya

    The Tecno Camon CM’s Price in Kenya starts at around Ksh 14,000

    Price and Deals for the CM in Nigeria

    The Tecno Camon CM is available in Ghana, at a recommended retail price 47,000 Naira. You can find deals on Konga 3C Hub and Jumia Nigeria.

    Full Specifications of the Tecno Camon CM

    Network
    2G Network GSM: 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900 MHz
    3G Network WCDMA: 2100 MHz (900/1700/1900/2100 MHz for LATAM)
    4G Network  Yes, LTE (Global Support)
    SIM Dual Micro SIM (Dual Standby)
    Status Launched: January 2018

    Body
    Dimensions – 149.2 by 69.5 by 7.75 mm – Weight: -g
    Keyboard Touchscreen
    Colors Champagne Gold, Midnight Black and City Blue
    Cover Plastic

    Display
    Type HD IPS, multi-touch touchscreen with 16m colours
    Size 5.7 inches, 720 x 1440 pixels, 364 Pixels Per-square Inch

    Memory And OS
    Card slot MicroSD, up to 128GB
    Internal 16GB
    OS Android 7.0 Nougat (with HiOS 2.0)
    Processors – Quad-core 1.25 GHz CPU – MediaTek MT6737 chipset – Mali GPU
    RAM 2GB RAM

    Audio
    Alert types Vibration, MIDI, 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 42.2 Mbps downlink; Up to 11.5 Mbps uplink
    4G Yes
    WIFI Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot, Wi-Fi direct
    Bluetooth Version 4.2, A2DP
    GPS A-GPS
    NFC NO
    USB Type 2.0 with reverse connector

    Camera
    Primary – 13 MP, auto refocus and LED flash – FEATURES: Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, auto-HDR
    Video 1080p@30fps
    Secondary 13MP Camera with Single Selfie Flash

    Battery
    Capacity 3000mAh Li-Ion non-removable battery
    Stand-by N/A
    Talk time N/A
    Music play

    Other Features
    Sensors Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Rear Fingerprint and Light sensor
    Messaging SMS, MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM
    Browser HTML5
    Java No
    Miscellaneous – FM radio – MP3/AAC+/WAV/Flac player – MP4/H.264 player – Photo/video editor – Document viewer

    Price
    Price level USD 130

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  • Tecno Camon CM (2018) in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria: Specs, Price, Buy, Swap

    Tecno Camon CM (2018) in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria: Specs, Price, Buy, Swap

    The Tecno Camon CM  (a.k.a Tecno Camon C11 or CMore) has been launched in Nigeria with another launch in Ghana expected soon. Ever since the camera focused Tecno Camon series was introduced in 2015, over 6 million handsets globally have been sold, helping consumers experience high-quality selfie technology at the touch of a button.

    The Tecno Camon CM comes with a 5.65-inch Full Vision display screen dishing out an 18:9 aspect ratio with 720 x 1440 pixels resolution which is very poor since the screen of the CM is significantly bigger than its predecessor, the Camon CX.

    Apart from the full vision display screen, the Camon CM runs on Android 7.0, another disappointment, as we have earlier leaked other Tecno phones coming out this year, all of them with Android Oreo 8.1.

    The Tecno CSeries is a family of camera-focused phones, but they do good on productivity for the average user, and the Tecno Camon CM looks to be no different.

    Tecno Camon CM Full Specifications

    • Screen Type: Full Vision capacitive touchscreen
    • Screen Size: 5.65-inch
    • Resolution: 720 x 1440 pixels
    • SIM: Dual SIM Micro
    • Network: 2G/3G/4G
    • Dimensions: 152.2 x 71.7 x 7.75mm
    • Weight: 144g
    • Body Build: Full Metal
    • Radio: Yes
    • Hands-Free: 3.5mm Jack
    • Rear Camera: 13MP FF with Ring-Flash (Quad-Flash)
    • Front Camera: 13MP FF, with Dual-Flash
    • Video Quality: 1080p HD
    • Chipset: 64-bit MEDIATEK MTK6737H
    • CPU: Quad-Core 1.3GHz
    • GPU: Mali-T720
    • Internal Storage: 16GB expandable up to up to 128GB
    • RAM: 2GB
    • Sensors: G-Sensor, Fingerprint, Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor and E-Compass
    • OS: Android 7.0 Nougat with HiOS 2.0 User Interface
    • Bluetooth: V4.1
    • Hotspot: Yes
    • WiFi: Yes
    • USB: Micro USB Type-C
    • GPS: A-GPS
    • Battery Size: 3050mAh Capacity
    • Battery Type: Li-Polymer
    • Fast Charge: Available

    The Tecno Camon CM comes in four colours.
    The Tecno Camon CM comes in four colours.

    Pricing and Availability of the Tecno Camon CM

    Tecno Camon CM Price in Ghana

    The TECNO Camon CM is yet to be launched in Ghana. However, some inside sources have hinted that it will sell slightly below the CM’s opening price. After Launch, it should be selling for GHS 650.

    How to get Free Data on MTN after buying the Tecno Camon CM in Ghana

    It is also predicted that Tecno will run a promotion with MTN for all those who want to get the new device.

    Compose an SMS with the words “MBS” without quotation marks. Send the composed SMS to MTN short code 151 and it will be processed for you. Having problems getting the data? Contact your seller. Last year, a lot of sellers mischievously used other sim cards or IMEI tweaking to steal data from new devices.

    A look at the CM in the hands of a reviewer.
    A look at the CM in the hands of a reviewer.

    Tecno Camon CM Price in Kenya

    Tecno Camon CM is available in Kenya for Ks 14,700

    Tecno Camon CM Price in Nigeria

    Tecno CM in Nigeria sells at a recommended retail price of 47,000 Naira.

    Swap deals for the Tecno Camon CM

    For swap deals on the new Camon CM call George on +233 24 526 9141

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  • Leaked: TECNO to release at least 3 Oreo Phones early 2018, See Specs

    Leaked: TECNO to release at least 3 Oreo Phones early 2018, See Specs

    Last year was very good for TECNO. As early as in March 2017, the company released the Tecno Camon CX and the Camon CX Air. As with all Camon Series, the camera was the big takeaway from the CX. Tecno fans across the country are naturally waiting for the release of the successors to the CX and the CX air.

    Everyone is looking forward to seeing what TECNO will do this time around. There have been rumours about what the new phone will be and how it will look. However, Mfidie.com can reliably confirm that the Chinese company will soon unveil an 18:9 display smartphone in Ghana. The phone will be the Tecno Camon CM. While we have not yet fully confirmed the specs of the Tecno Camon CM, we do know the Camon series are great on camera but perform relatively poor when it comes to performance specs. The Tecno Camon CM should naturally follow suit.

    Oh, this article says 3 Android 8.1 Oreo phones. I have only mentioned one so far. Let’s get to the others!

    We went a step further to check from benchmarking platform Geekbench to see if any new TECNO Devices have been tested “in the wild”.

    Apparently, there are two or more TECNO Phones in the works: TECNO CA7, the TECNO CA8 and TECNO R8. We are pretty sure that these are just codenames and not the phones’ final names. When you look closely at the specs of the CA7 and the CA8, it is only safe to assume, from precedence, that the two phones are variants of the same model.

    Leaked specs of the Tecno R8 as seen on Geekbench.
    Leaked specs of the Tecno R8 as seen on Geekbench.

    As the phones are 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.

    Both the Tecno CA7 and CA8 have been listed with a MediaTek MT6763V/V processor, otherwise known as Helio P23, however, the former has 3GB RAM while the latter has 4GB RAM. In terms of software, the pair gets Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box, which should be more than a welcome idea for many fans.

    Leaked specs of the Tecno CA8 as seen on Geekbench.
    Leaked specs of the Tecno CA8 as seen on Geekbench.

    While the Helio P23 processor implies that the Tecno CA7 and CA8 will come just below the Tecno Phantom 8 (which has the Helio P25 and 6GB RAM and is currently the company’s high-end phone), the MediaTek MT6737 chipset on the Tecno R8 suggests that this phone is targeting the entry-level market, just like the Camon CX Air that shares the same processor. On the contrary, the R8 has been listed with a mere 1GB RAM, which is half what is used on the CX Air, but it has the same Android 8.1 Oreo as the others.

    Leaked specs of the Tecno CA7 as seen on Geekbench.
    Leaked specs of the Tecno CA7 as seen on Geekbench.

    Hi TECNO, 1 GB of Ram in 2018?

    The phones are likely to be released before the end of March 2018.

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