Microsoft has announced that its latest addition to the Lumia range of smartphones, the Lumia 930, running Windows Phone 8.1 is now available in Nigeria.
The Lumia 930 smartphone comes with the best of Microsoft built in work and play features such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, XBOX, Skype and One Note to ensure customers are able to work hard and play hard whenever and wherever, whilst keeping content like photos, videos and documents in sync across their Windows Phone, Personal Computers, tablets and XBox devices.
With the use of OneDrive and its 15GB of free storage in the cloud, customers can access their documents, files and even games anywhere and anytime. The device features one of the brightest screens seen on a smartphone with a 5 inch Full HD 1080p screen with sunlight readability and curved Gorilla Glass 3.0 for better viewing angles and an outdoor reading experience unmatched in the industry.
The Lumia 930 comes with 2.2GHz Quadcore Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor as well as the Lumia Cyan update of Windows Phone 8.1 to give customers the most out of the latest Windows Phone 8.1, whilst enjoying a superfast experience. The Lumia 930 also comes with in-built Wireless charging as well as a 20 mega pixel PureView ZEISS camera with Optical Image Stabilization and 4 ultra high performance digital microphones that record Dolby Digital for an unparalleled imaging and rich recording and audio capture experience.
Managing Director, Microsoft Mobile Devices and Services, West and Central Africa, Nick Imudia, said, “The Lumia 930 is beautifully designed and a testament to our design heritage. Its Premium metal edges are sand blasted and precision machined to finely crafted details; to produce a strong, slim and striking smartphone that’s just simply beautiful to look at, with the best of Microsoft built in.”
“Another first coming with Lumia 930 is the insurance cover that customers get with the phone as soon as they purchase it. The insurance which is underwritten by Mansard Insurance Plc covers accidental damage to the screen and accidental liquid damage to the phone. This unique benefit commences immediately at the point of purchase and runs with the warranty on every Lumia 930 bought from authorized Nokia Retail partners. This makes it a wonderful device coming with awesome package” Imudia added.
The Lumia 930 continues Microsoft’s color story with the Lumia 930 with its smooth, gently pillowed rear that echoes it’s beautifully curved glass and brings a splash of Bright Green, Bright Orange, Black or White to the Lumia 930.
The Lumia 930 comes with some amazing social Apps like Vine and Instagram, apps from GTBank, Arik Air, Quickteller.com, Channels TV as well as the BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) from Blackberry.
Football fans will also have the opportunity to watch matches from their device with the SuperSport App which allows them stream LIVE events and matches from the BPL, La Liga, the ATP, the PGA and other sporting events.
Speaking on its partnership with Microsoft on the insurance coverage for the Lumia 930, Mansard Insurance’s Chief Client Officer, Mr. Tosin Runsewe disclosed that Mansard shared Microsoft’s vision of delivering unrivalled experience to its customers even as they enjoy their Lumia 930, knowing that it has an insurance cover they can depend on should the unexpected happen.
Friday, August 29, 2014
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Dell and VMware Collaborate to Deliver VMware NSX Solutions for the Software-Defined Data Center
Dell and VMware, Inc. have announced the companies are extending a longstanding relationship to deliver solutions that will accelerate adoption of network virtualization and open networking in the software-defined data center.
The expanded relationship includes a range of new networking solutions for midmarket, large enterprise and service provider customers, backed by a joint go-to-market initiative, validated reference architecture and a global reseller agreement.
Dell and VMware are working with Cumulus Networks® to deliver the VMware NSX network virtualization platform with Cumulus® Linux® on Dell Networking switches. Additionally, Dell is delivering a fully-tested and validated converged infrastructure solution for midmarket customers that include VMware NSX.
Global organizations are adopting the software-defined data center as an open, agile, secure and efficient architecture to simplify IT and transition to the hybrid cloud,” said Raghu Raghuram, Executive Vice President, SDDC Division, VMware. “The software-defined data center enables open innovation at speeds that cannot be matched in the hardware-defined world. As partners, VMware and Dell are committed to advancing networking in the SDDC, and are collaborating to make the next-generation of advanced network virtualization available to our mutual customers.”
“For network virtualization to reach broadly into all addressable enterprise markets – from the largest enterprises to mid-size companies – it is essential that a strong vendor ecosystem deliver complete solutions that can be easily procured, deployed, managed, and supported,” said Brad Casemore, Research Director, Datacenter Networks, IDC. “Dell, VMware, and Cumulus Networks clearly see significant opportunity to provide a wide range of architectural options, from network disaggregation to converged infrastructure.”
VMware NSX is on the Dell price list, and is currently available directly from Dell and Dell channel partners for purchase and deployment. Dell and VMware have partnered to train the Dell field, with thousands of representatives already completing initial VMware NSX training. Dell and VMware have also completed validated reference architecture for the combined Dell and VMware networking solution.
Dell, VMware and Cumulus Networks are delivering a pre-configured solution, available from Dell, that combines VMware NSX with Cumulus Linux on Dell Networking switches. This combined solution will help enterprises and service providers achieve holistic management and provisioning of the complete data center networking environment, physical and virtual, and accelerate deployment of new applications while simplifying IT operations.
The joint ventures expect customers to achieve significant benefits such as transition rigid, proprietary networking solutions to flexible, open, simple and agile networking with compelling economics; speed network and service provisioning time to accelerate application deployment time; leverage network virtualization, isolation and segmentation to Implement application and client multi-tenancy; connect physical workloads with virtual networks; improve performance and quality-of-service by automatically detecting and isolating application-specific flows (known in networking as elephant and mice flows and deliver micro-segmentation to embed security into data center constructs.
Companies with limited IT staff and budget are looking for simple, integrated and validated architectures. Dell and VMware have teamed to provide a converged infrastructure solution to meet these requirements.
The solution features the VMware NSX network virtualization platform running on top of reliable Dell servers, networking, and storage infrastructure. Dell’s converged infrastructure includes the Dell PowerEdge M1000e server blade chassis, the Dell Networking 10/40GbE MXL blade switch, S4810 Top of Rack switch and S6000 fabric switches, as well as Dell Storage iSCSI arrays. The solution is tested, validated and supported by Dell, providing customers a single trusted partner that can streamline procurement and services. To simplify deployment, Dell and VMware deliver validated reference architecture.
The expanded relationship includes a range of new networking solutions for midmarket, large enterprise and service provider customers, backed by a joint go-to-market initiative, validated reference architecture and a global reseller agreement.
Dell and VMware are working with Cumulus Networks® to deliver the VMware NSX network virtualization platform with Cumulus® Linux® on Dell Networking switches. Additionally, Dell is delivering a fully-tested and validated converged infrastructure solution for midmarket customers that include VMware NSX.
Global organizations are adopting the software-defined data center as an open, agile, secure and efficient architecture to simplify IT and transition to the hybrid cloud,” said Raghu Raghuram, Executive Vice President, SDDC Division, VMware. “The software-defined data center enables open innovation at speeds that cannot be matched in the hardware-defined world. As partners, VMware and Dell are committed to advancing networking in the SDDC, and are collaborating to make the next-generation of advanced network virtualization available to our mutual customers.”
“For network virtualization to reach broadly into all addressable enterprise markets – from the largest enterprises to mid-size companies – it is essential that a strong vendor ecosystem deliver complete solutions that can be easily procured, deployed, managed, and supported,” said Brad Casemore, Research Director, Datacenter Networks, IDC. “Dell, VMware, and Cumulus Networks clearly see significant opportunity to provide a wide range of architectural options, from network disaggregation to converged infrastructure.”
VMware NSX is on the Dell price list, and is currently available directly from Dell and Dell channel partners for purchase and deployment. Dell and VMware have partnered to train the Dell field, with thousands of representatives already completing initial VMware NSX training. Dell and VMware have also completed validated reference architecture for the combined Dell and VMware networking solution.
Dell, VMware and Cumulus Networks are delivering a pre-configured solution, available from Dell, that combines VMware NSX with Cumulus Linux on Dell Networking switches. This combined solution will help enterprises and service providers achieve holistic management and provisioning of the complete data center networking environment, physical and virtual, and accelerate deployment of new applications while simplifying IT operations.
The joint ventures expect customers to achieve significant benefits such as transition rigid, proprietary networking solutions to flexible, open, simple and agile networking with compelling economics; speed network and service provisioning time to accelerate application deployment time; leverage network virtualization, isolation and segmentation to Implement application and client multi-tenancy; connect physical workloads with virtual networks; improve performance and quality-of-service by automatically detecting and isolating application-specific flows (known in networking as elephant and mice flows and deliver micro-segmentation to embed security into data center constructs.
Companies with limited IT staff and budget are looking for simple, integrated and validated architectures. Dell and VMware have teamed to provide a converged infrastructure solution to meet these requirements.
The solution features the VMware NSX network virtualization platform running on top of reliable Dell servers, networking, and storage infrastructure. Dell’s converged infrastructure includes the Dell PowerEdge M1000e server blade chassis, the Dell Networking 10/40GbE MXL blade switch, S4810 Top of Rack switch and S6000 fabric switches, as well as Dell Storage iSCSI arrays. The solution is tested, validated and supported by Dell, providing customers a single trusted partner that can streamline procurement and services. To simplify deployment, Dell and VMware deliver validated reference architecture.
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Delta State University ‘Jambite’ Wins Brand New Car at Etisalat Cliqfest
Etisalat’s pact with the Nigerian youths came to the fore when it took its youth empowerment programme, Cliqfest, to Delta State University, (DELSU), Abraka last weekend, for the second time. This time a 100-Level student of the Industrial Chemistry Department, Prince McCarthy, emerged the latest winner of the star prize of a brand new Hyundai i10 after taking part in the raffle draw.
Head, Youth Segment, Etisalat Nigeria, Elvis Daniel noted that the company is bringing Cliqfest to DELSU for the second time in about three years due to the success recorded at the first outing. He noted that the students of the institution were passionate about the event and displayed great knowledge of the EasyCliq package.
“What we set out to achieve at each school we visit is to engage the students in activities that would develop them intellectually, physically and socially. Etisalat is equipping Nigerian youths with the requisite knowledge and skills to excel in every area of their lives after school.” He said.
The two-day programme recorded a large turn-out of students who came to participate in the different activities similar to previous campuses. A motivational seminar, novelty match, concert, comedy, dance competition and raffle draws were the memorable moments experienced by the students.
Day one of the programme kicked off with the seminar facilitated by motivational speaker, Niyi Adesanya tagged ‘Success Activation’. The Students Union Government (SUG) President, Obaro Ohwojero speaking after the seminar expressed his gratitude to Etisalat for bringing Cliqfest to his school for once again.
Despite the intermittent downpour on day two, the students trooped out en masse for a novelty football match followed by a concert with headlining acts like Terry G, Solid star and Nigerian Idol season 4 winner, Evelle. Raffle draws were held and prizes given out, including mobile devices, laptops, Etisalat branded t-shirts, cash prizes and the aforementioned star prize of a car.
L-R: Dean of Students Affairs, Delta State University (DELSU), Prof Temi Akporhonor; 100-Level Industrial Chemistry student and winner of the brand new Hyundai i10, Prince McCarthy; Deputy Vice-Chancellor, DELSU, Prof. Chukwuemeka Aloamaka; and Analyst, Youth Segment, Etisalat Nigeria, Michael Nwoseh at the Etisalat Cliqfest event in DELSU, Abraka on Friday
Head, Youth Segment, Etisalat Nigeria, Elvis Daniel noted that the company is bringing Cliqfest to DELSU for the second time in about three years due to the success recorded at the first outing. He noted that the students of the institution were passionate about the event and displayed great knowledge of the EasyCliq package.
“What we set out to achieve at each school we visit is to engage the students in activities that would develop them intellectually, physically and socially. Etisalat is equipping Nigerian youths with the requisite knowledge and skills to excel in every area of their lives after school.” He said.
The two-day programme recorded a large turn-out of students who came to participate in the different activities similar to previous campuses. A motivational seminar, novelty match, concert, comedy, dance competition and raffle draws were the memorable moments experienced by the students.
Day one of the programme kicked off with the seminar facilitated by motivational speaker, Niyi Adesanya tagged ‘Success Activation’. The Students Union Government (SUG) President, Obaro Ohwojero speaking after the seminar expressed his gratitude to Etisalat for bringing Cliqfest to his school for once again.
Despite the intermittent downpour on day two, the students trooped out en masse for a novelty football match followed by a concert with headlining acts like Terry G, Solid star and Nigerian Idol season 4 winner, Evelle. Raffle draws were held and prizes given out, including mobile devices, laptops, Etisalat branded t-shirts, cash prizes and the aforementioned star prize of a car.
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Access bank in collaboration with Intel and chips, bits & bytes pioneers e-classrooms
As part of efforts to increase e-learning capabilities and transform education in Nigerian institutions, Access Bank in collaboration with Intel and Chips, Bits & Bytes Limited has declared support for e-learning by providing e-education solutions for pupils and teachers of Command Children’s School, Yaba, Lagos.
On the initiative, Country Manager, Intel, Mr. Olubunmi Ekundare said “Intel’s unrelenting commitment to innovation and education empowers billions of people every day. We are pleased to be part of this initiative by providing the e-education solutions hence Intel will be training the first set of teachers at no cost. This platform allows teachers the opportunity to create a virtual classroom and assists to deliver lectures without hassle.”
Similarly, Executive Director, Access Bank, Victor Etuokwu speaking at the alliance meeting at Yaba Command Children School highlighted that “Access bank having recognized that access to information is no longer a luxury but a necessary tool for development and growth of future leaders have collaborated with Chips, Bits & Bytes Limited and Intel Nigeria to provide e-education solutions at the most critical time.”
Etuokwu further explained that children do not have to be confined to physical spaces for effective learning and with the increase in internet availability and affordable computer/mobile devices, students and teachers can now enjoy qualitative education and interact more meaningfully.
According to him “the competition within the academic sector has proven to be beyond the lectures delivered by the teachers but has seen teachers gradually becoming facilitators, hence, the urgent need for every teacher to scale up to the global innovation in terms of impacting knowledge to the students.”
On his part, Chief Executive Officer, Chips, Bits & Bytes, Tunji Ola expressed optimism on the collaboration. “The e-learning solution is an integral part of Nigeria's educational system and offers students a better education from the cradle. Technologically-advanced students will definitely contribute to growth and development of Nigerian economy, with the potential to improve military technology and telecommunications, media communications, and skilled ICT professionals who will be well-equipped to solve problems in Nigeria and other parts of the world.”
Responding to the gesture a spokesperson of the Army Barracks, Yaba, Major Gen Sunday Adebayo said, “We appreciate the gesture and believe that cutting edge technology is what is most needed in our generation particularly to improve educational standards among school children.”
On the initiative, Country Manager, Intel, Mr. Olubunmi Ekundare said “Intel’s unrelenting commitment to innovation and education empowers billions of people every day. We are pleased to be part of this initiative by providing the e-education solutions hence Intel will be training the first set of teachers at no cost. This platform allows teachers the opportunity to create a virtual classroom and assists to deliver lectures without hassle.”
Similarly, Executive Director, Access Bank, Victor Etuokwu speaking at the alliance meeting at Yaba Command Children School highlighted that “Access bank having recognized that access to information is no longer a luxury but a necessary tool for development and growth of future leaders have collaborated with Chips, Bits & Bytes Limited and Intel Nigeria to provide e-education solutions at the most critical time.”
Etuokwu further explained that children do not have to be confined to physical spaces for effective learning and with the increase in internet availability and affordable computer/mobile devices, students and teachers can now enjoy qualitative education and interact more meaningfully.
According to him “the competition within the academic sector has proven to be beyond the lectures delivered by the teachers but has seen teachers gradually becoming facilitators, hence, the urgent need for every teacher to scale up to the global innovation in terms of impacting knowledge to the students.”
On his part, Chief Executive Officer, Chips, Bits & Bytes, Tunji Ola expressed optimism on the collaboration. “The e-learning solution is an integral part of Nigeria's educational system and offers students a better education from the cradle. Technologically-advanced students will definitely contribute to growth and development of Nigerian economy, with the potential to improve military technology and telecommunications, media communications, and skilled ICT professionals who will be well-equipped to solve problems in Nigeria and other parts of the world.”
Responding to the gesture a spokesperson of the Army Barracks, Yaba, Major Gen Sunday Adebayo said, “We appreciate the gesture and believe that cutting edge technology is what is most needed in our generation particularly to improve educational standards among school children.”
Monday, August 25, 2014
Young Innovators Competition Launches Challenge 3 on Smart Cities and Climate Change
The third challenge of the ITU Telecom World 2014 Young Innovators Competition has just been launched in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO). It seeks innovative ideas on how information and communication technologies (ICTs) can help smart cities to slow down or mitigate the effects of climate change for the benefit of global health.
This challenge comes as a natural synergy between the work of both ITU and WHO on climate change. WHO has long provided evidence, information and calls to action on the link between health and climate change, the topic of its upcoming Conference on Health and Climate Change, to be held on 27 – 29 August 2014, where some of the ideas submitted for the Young Innovators Challenge will be presented.
ITU has also worked extensively on climate change by raising awareness of the role of ICTs and promoting transformative solutions in areas such as Smart and Sustainable Cities, Smart Water Management, energy efficiency and e-waste, electromagnetic fields as well as the adaptation of the ICT sector to climate change, amongst others. Furthermore, ITU Telecom World 2014 will organize three sessions touching on similar issues as part of its Smart Cities track: Ubiquitous Communicators, Meshing Networks of Networks and Transforming to a Better Environment.
Challenge 3 is looking for innovative ideas on using ICTs in smart cities to mitigate the effects of climate change and improve the health of the world’s citizens everywhere.
This challenge comes as a natural synergy between the work of both ITU and WHO on climate change. WHO has long provided evidence, information and calls to action on the link between health and climate change, the topic of its upcoming Conference on Health and Climate Change, to be held on 27 – 29 August 2014, where some of the ideas submitted for the Young Innovators Challenge will be presented.
ITU has also worked extensively on climate change by raising awareness of the role of ICTs and promoting transformative solutions in areas such as Smart and Sustainable Cities, Smart Water Management, energy efficiency and e-waste, electromagnetic fields as well as the adaptation of the ICT sector to climate change, amongst others. Furthermore, ITU Telecom World 2014 will organize three sessions touching on similar issues as part of its Smart Cities track: Ubiquitous Communicators, Meshing Networks of Networks and Transforming to a Better Environment.
Challenge 3 is looking for innovative ideas on using ICTs in smart cities to mitigate the effects of climate change and improve the health of the world’s citizens everywhere.
Saturday, August 23, 2014
The Nigerian Communications Commission has announced intention to auction 2x 70MHz spectrum slots in the 2.6GHz band
It has therefore invited industry players and all stakeholders to a public Forum where all issues about the plan and the process will be discussed. The issues listed for discussion include: lessons from previous auction process, spectrum packaging including the use of spectrum caps, participation restrictions, licensing options, eligibility criteria, interference mitigation techniques, spectrum license tenure and roll out obligations.
Date August 28, 2014
Venue Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Victoria Island
Time 10am
Email spectrumauction@ncc.gov.ng
Date August 28, 2014
Venue Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Victoria Island
Time 10am
Email spectrumauction@ncc.gov.ng
INTEL SUPPORTS E-CLASS ROOM TEAMS WITH ACCESS BANK, CHIPS, BITS & BYTES
Intel today, formed alliance with Access Bank, Chips, Bits & Bytes to provide e-learning facilities to Yaba Command Children School in Lagos in an effort to enhance academic advancement in Nigeria.
L-R: Country Manager, Intel Corporation, Olubunmi Ekundare, Chief Executive Officer, Chips,bits & Bytes Limited, Tunji Ola, Executive Director, Access Bank, Victor Etuokwu, Major General Sunday Adebayo, An Barracks, Executive Director, Access Bank, Roosevelt Ogbonna at a partnership alliance meeting to launch an education solution in support of Yaba Command Children school yesterday.
Thursday, August 21, 2014
Minister commends Etisalat for promoting entrepreneurship drive
Minister of Trade and Investment, Dr. Oluseguin Aganga has commended Etisalat Nigeria, Pan Atlantic University and the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) for consistently promoting initiatives aimed at the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises in the country. This commendation was made in a keynote address delivered at the Abuja leg of the Etisalat sponsored Market Access recently held at Ibeto Hotel.
He noted that the one-day business networking and knowledge sharing session will afford small and growing businesses the opportunity to key into the value chain of large enterprises and help drive entrepreneurship spirit in Nigeria. According to him, Small and Medium Size Enterprises remain the backbone of the development for most economies around the world adding that the sector is currently has abundant growth opportunities.
“I must commend the partnership of Etisalat Nigeria, Pan African University and the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (SMEDAN) for being consistent with the initiative. SMEs are the most economic sector in the country and it is my day to day goal to bring massive growth to this sector of the country. I am always inspired to attend events like this where stakeholders in the SME sector converge.” He said.
Addressing participants at the seminar, Head, Business Segment Marketing, Etisalat Nigeria, Bidemi Ladipo, expressed delight at the turnout of participants at the session, noting that the attendance and testimonies of the impact of the seminar is encouraging.
“At Etisalat, we are passionate about the growth of growing businesses and entrepreneurs. We remain committed to providing them with every necessary support they need to thrive in their various industries. We recently awarded N2 million each to 10 entrepreneurs in our Easybusiness Millionaires Hunt scheme and I am delighted that some of them are present here in Abuja to share their experiences and how far they have gone in their businesses.” He stated.
The Market Access platform, now in its third year, is a quarterly networking event that has recorded tremendous success in the SME segment. The initiative has held in different cities across the country in a bid to empower small and medium scales enterprises across the country. Before the Abuja leg, the event has held in Lagos, Port Harcourt, Enugu, Calabar and Uyo. It has recorded a combined total audience of over 2,000 people.
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He noted that the one-day business networking and knowledge sharing session will afford small and growing businesses the opportunity to key into the value chain of large enterprises and help drive entrepreneurship spirit in Nigeria. According to him, Small and Medium Size Enterprises remain the backbone of the development for most economies around the world adding that the sector is currently has abundant growth opportunities.
“I must commend the partnership of Etisalat Nigeria, Pan African University and the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (SMEDAN) for being consistent with the initiative. SMEs are the most economic sector in the country and it is my day to day goal to bring massive growth to this sector of the country. I am always inspired to attend events like this where stakeholders in the SME sector converge.” He said.
Addressing participants at the seminar, Head, Business Segment Marketing, Etisalat Nigeria, Bidemi Ladipo, expressed delight at the turnout of participants at the session, noting that the attendance and testimonies of the impact of the seminar is encouraging.
“At Etisalat, we are passionate about the growth of growing businesses and entrepreneurs. We remain committed to providing them with every necessary support they need to thrive in their various industries. We recently awarded N2 million each to 10 entrepreneurs in our Easybusiness Millionaires Hunt scheme and I am delighted that some of them are present here in Abuja to share their experiences and how far they have gone in their businesses.” He stated.
The Market Access platform, now in its third year, is a quarterly networking event that has recorded tremendous success in the SME segment. The initiative has held in different cities across the country in a bid to empower small and medium scales enterprises across the country. Before the Abuja leg, the event has held in Lagos, Port Harcourt, Enugu, Calabar and Uyo. It has recorded a combined total audience of over 2,000 people.
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Sunday, August 17, 2014
Microsoft, Jumia Introduce New App on Windows Phone ….Says customers can now experience the Best of online Shopping with Jumia App
Microsoft in partnership with Jumia, Nigeria’s Ecommerce giant has launched a new app on windows app store for customers to get unlimited shopping experience on the largest online store in Nigeria with over 200,000 items listed.
Jumia offers customers a great shopping experience with the expansion to windows App for customers on windows phone to enjoy Jumia’s large assortment of products.
The new Jumia App on windows store is free for download for all customers with a free discount voucher for every user upon download.
Speaking about Jumia’s new technology innovation for the Windows phone, Jumia Nigeria’s MD for Marketing & Sales Jonathan Doerr stated “Jumia is giving Nigerians the best shopping experience with technology innovation such as the new app for windows phone. This is to extend our relation to customers giving them the option to make Jumia their home with the app shopping through our major categories and getting the best price.”
While Managing Director, Microsoft Mobile West and Central Africa, Nick Imudia said the Jumia app is one of the more interesting additions to the Windows store and ultimately the Lumia range.
“We are happy to partner with the Jumia, the leading e-commerce company in Nigeria, to bring this on the Lumia device. This is one of our ways of ensuring that our customers get access to the tools they need on their Lumia devices. The app allows people to shop for any of the items available on the Jumia website right from their Lumia device anytime and anywhere. We are so delighted that the Jumia app is available for download on all Lumia range of devices” Imudia said.
For customers, this is like a back door access to Jumia’s 200,000 products with the new Jumia App for windows. The app is available for all windows phones. Jumia is also giving one windows phone user the chance to win a Nokia Lumia phone when they download the new Jumia App.
Jumia offers customers a great shopping experience with the expansion to windows App for customers on windows phone to enjoy Jumia’s large assortment of products.
The new Jumia App on windows store is free for download for all customers with a free discount voucher for every user upon download.
Speaking about Jumia’s new technology innovation for the Windows phone, Jumia Nigeria’s MD for Marketing & Sales Jonathan Doerr stated “Jumia is giving Nigerians the best shopping experience with technology innovation such as the new app for windows phone. This is to extend our relation to customers giving them the option to make Jumia their home with the app shopping through our major categories and getting the best price.”
While Managing Director, Microsoft Mobile West and Central Africa, Nick Imudia said the Jumia app is one of the more interesting additions to the Windows store and ultimately the Lumia range.
“We are happy to partner with the Jumia, the leading e-commerce company in Nigeria, to bring this on the Lumia device. This is one of our ways of ensuring that our customers get access to the tools they need on their Lumia devices. The app allows people to shop for any of the items available on the Jumia website right from their Lumia device anytime and anywhere. We are so delighted that the Jumia app is available for download on all Lumia range of devices” Imudia said.
For customers, this is like a back door access to Jumia’s 200,000 products with the new Jumia App for windows. The app is available for all windows phones. Jumia is also giving one windows phone user the chance to win a Nokia Lumia phone when they download the new Jumia App.
Microsoft Devices Group announces ultra-affordable mobile phone with music and video player for 19 euros
Microsoft expands its “First” phones portfolio with the Nokia 130
Recognizing the rapid growth of ultra-affordable mobile phones, Microsoft Devices Group on Monday unveiled the Nokia 130, a mobile phone designed to introduce millions of people to new digital experiences. At just 19 euros,* the Nokia 130 combines the everyday essentials that first-time mobile phone buyers expect with the beautiful design, reliability and mobile entertainment they want. Featuring a built-in video player, music player with up to 46 hours continuous playback on a single charge and everyday essentials such as a flashlight, FM radio and USB charging, the Nokia 130 is the perfect introduction to a “mobile first” world.
The Nokia 130 is an ideal handset for first-time mobile phone buyers, or for people seeking a reliable backup phone to complement their existing smartphone. It’s built to last, with a 1.8-inch color display and outstanding battery life of up to 36 days’ standby for the single-SIM variant and 26 days’ standby for the dual-SIM device. In design and quality, the Nokia 130 stands out among devices priced below $35*. Every year, people buy 300 million phones from this category alone.
As one of the most affordable mobile phones with video playback, the Nokia 130 makes new digital experiences accessible to more people. It delivers hours of entertainment with the built-in video player which offers up to 16 hours of playback for video stored on a microSD card, MP3 player and FM radio. With support for expandable microSD storage up to 32GB, alongside the Bluetooth-enabled SLAM application and USB connectivity, it also makes sharing digital content easy, without the need for an Internet connection.
“As demand in the affordable mobile segment continues to grow, Microsoft remains committed to delivering market-leading mobile innovation at each and every price point,” said Jo Harlow, corporate vice president for Phones, Microsoft. “It is estimated that at least one billion people in the world still do not have a mobile phone, while at the same time there is increasing demand for reliable backup phones in both mature and high-growth markets.”
She continued, “With handsets like the Nokia 130, we see tremendous potential to deliver the experience of a ‘mobile-first’ world to people seeking their first device, and we continue to invest in ultra-affordable devices that will introduce people to a ‘cloud-first’ world through Microsoft services such as Bing, Outlook.com, and OneDrive.”
Pricing and availability.
The estimated retail price before taxes and subsidies for the Nokia 130 and Nokia 130 Dual SIM is 19 euros. It is expected to begin shipping in the third quarter of this year. The Nokia 130 will be available in select markets including China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Philippines and Vietnam.
Recognizing the rapid growth of ultra-affordable mobile phones, Microsoft Devices Group on Monday unveiled the Nokia 130, a mobile phone designed to introduce millions of people to new digital experiences. At just 19 euros,* the Nokia 130 combines the everyday essentials that first-time mobile phone buyers expect with the beautiful design, reliability and mobile entertainment they want. Featuring a built-in video player, music player with up to 46 hours continuous playback on a single charge and everyday essentials such as a flashlight, FM radio and USB charging, the Nokia 130 is the perfect introduction to a “mobile first” world.
The Nokia 130 is an ideal handset for first-time mobile phone buyers, or for people seeking a reliable backup phone to complement their existing smartphone. It’s built to last, with a 1.8-inch color display and outstanding battery life of up to 36 days’ standby for the single-SIM variant and 26 days’ standby for the dual-SIM device. In design and quality, the Nokia 130 stands out among devices priced below $35*. Every year, people buy 300 million phones from this category alone.
As one of the most affordable mobile phones with video playback, the Nokia 130 makes new digital experiences accessible to more people. It delivers hours of entertainment with the built-in video player which offers up to 16 hours of playback for video stored on a microSD card, MP3 player and FM radio. With support for expandable microSD storage up to 32GB, alongside the Bluetooth-enabled SLAM application and USB connectivity, it also makes sharing digital content easy, without the need for an Internet connection.
“As demand in the affordable mobile segment continues to grow, Microsoft remains committed to delivering market-leading mobile innovation at each and every price point,” said Jo Harlow, corporate vice president for Phones, Microsoft. “It is estimated that at least one billion people in the world still do not have a mobile phone, while at the same time there is increasing demand for reliable backup phones in both mature and high-growth markets.”
She continued, “With handsets like the Nokia 130, we see tremendous potential to deliver the experience of a ‘mobile-first’ world to people seeking their first device, and we continue to invest in ultra-affordable devices that will introduce people to a ‘cloud-first’ world through Microsoft services such as Bing, Outlook.com, and OneDrive.”
Pricing and availability.
The estimated retail price before taxes and subsidies for the Nokia 130 and Nokia 130 Dual SIM is 19 euros. It is expected to begin shipping in the third quarter of this year. The Nokia 130 will be available in select markets including China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Philippines and Vietnam.
Intel and Microsoft co-launch tablet with Brian Computers Launches the BrianTab iw10
Intel and Microsoft co-launch tablet with Brian Computers
Launches the BrianTab iw10
Lagos, August 15,2014:Technology giants, Intel and Microsoft have partnered with Brain Integrated Systems Limited to introduce into the Nigerian market BrainTab iw10. The tablet is powered by Intel Atom processor and has the windows 8.1 with office 365 in built.
“The BrainTab iw10 is designed to help people experience the power of Intel Atom processor and Windows 8.1 easily with the main objective to being to make work easy and play hard.” Said Chairman of Brain Integrated Systems Limited (BISL), Mr, TunjiBalogun.
Country Manager, Intel, Bunmi Kundare stated that the BrainTab 1w10 is a world class device which combines the technology of Microsoft and Intel. The device boasts of enhanced features including Intel Quad –Core 1.33-i.8 GHz Bay Trial –T processor, Intel HD Gen 7 graphics, 10 point capacitive touch screen, to make switching between favourite apps more fluid. It also has eight hours of battery life.
Industry Information Communication (ICT) Technology stakeholders at the launch described the deviceAs a novel innovation from an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) in Nigeria.
Also commenting on the BrianTab iw10 General Manager Microsoft, Kabelo Makwane said “The tablet is much more than an ordinary tablet. The Brian Tab iw10 Windows Tablet gives you the power of touch and exciting ways to share, play, create, interact and enjoy. All the great apps you need are in the Windows Store and you can surf the web with the touch-perfect Internet Explorer. The USB Ports lets you connect to external devices while your Microsoft Accounts lets you share your tablet with other users but not your personal information, helping you keep things separate.”
Speaking further Balogun stressed that out of the box, people can enjoy the pre-installed Intel Explore and Learn App which contain various educational content materials that are of great value to students which also comes with Microsoft services like Skype
The Braintab iw10’s seamless body comes with a keyboard set that is easy to detach with a weight of 594g, the tab is easy to carry around
The benefits include a fit on storage and memory, 2GB DDR3 RAM 32 GB eMMC, and MicroSD Slot, expandable up to 64GB. For wired and wireless connections it is embedded with WiFi: 802. 11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, 3G Network for wireless connection and data transfer, Micro USB incl Mini HDMI incl. adapter, headphone Jack.
The BrainTab iw10 is available in BISL retail outlet across the country.
BISL an OEM have been in existence for 10 years and with its partnership with Intel and Microsoft has been pioneering local assembly and sales of Windows and Intel powered products in the Nigerian market.
Launches the BrianTab iw10
Lagos, August 15,2014:Technology giants, Intel and Microsoft have partnered with Brain Integrated Systems Limited to introduce into the Nigerian market BrainTab iw10. The tablet is powered by Intel Atom processor and has the windows 8.1 with office 365 in built.
“The BrainTab iw10 is designed to help people experience the power of Intel Atom processor and Windows 8.1 easily with the main objective to being to make work easy and play hard.” Said Chairman of Brain Integrated Systems Limited (BISL), Mr, TunjiBalogun.
Country Manager, Intel, Bunmi Kundare stated that the BrainTab 1w10 is a world class device which combines the technology of Microsoft and Intel. The device boasts of enhanced features including Intel Quad –Core 1.33-i.8 GHz Bay Trial –T processor, Intel HD Gen 7 graphics, 10 point capacitive touch screen, to make switching between favourite apps more fluid. It also has eight hours of battery life.
Industry Information Communication (ICT) Technology stakeholders at the launch described the deviceAs a novel innovation from an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) in Nigeria.
Also commenting on the BrianTab iw10 General Manager Microsoft, Kabelo Makwane said “The tablet is much more than an ordinary tablet. The Brian Tab iw10 Windows Tablet gives you the power of touch and exciting ways to share, play, create, interact and enjoy. All the great apps you need are in the Windows Store and you can surf the web with the touch-perfect Internet Explorer. The USB Ports lets you connect to external devices while your Microsoft Accounts lets you share your tablet with other users but not your personal information, helping you keep things separate.”
Speaking further Balogun stressed that out of the box, people can enjoy the pre-installed Intel Explore and Learn App which contain various educational content materials that are of great value to students which also comes with Microsoft services like Skype
The Braintab iw10’s seamless body comes with a keyboard set that is easy to detach with a weight of 594g, the tab is easy to carry around
The benefits include a fit on storage and memory, 2GB DDR3 RAM 32 GB eMMC, and MicroSD Slot, expandable up to 64GB. For wired and wireless connections it is embedded with WiFi: 802. 11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, 3G Network for wireless connection and data transfer, Micro USB incl Mini HDMI incl. adapter, headphone Jack.
The BrainTab iw10 is available in BISL retail outlet across the country.
BISL an OEM have been in existence for 10 years and with its partnership with Intel and Microsoft has been pioneering local assembly and sales of Windows and Intel powered products in the Nigerian market.
Thursday, August 7, 2014
ETISALAT NIGERIA AND IHS SIGN TOWER SALE AND LEASE BACK AGREEMENT FOR NIGERIA PORTFOLIO
Etisalat Nigeria today announced the sale of 2,136 of its towers to IHS Holding Limited (“IHS”) as part of a broader strategy to drive improvements in the quality of its network performance and to accelerate roll out of 2G & 3G coverage and new services to its customers. The transaction, the first by a major GSM operator in Nigeria, is expected to close later this year.
Etisalat currently has the highest quality network in Nigeria and the partnership with IHS is designed to promote network sharing, ensure higher quality, sustain reliable mobile services, lower overall costs and also promote a cleaner environment through reduced diesel usage and increased investments in alternative energy solutions.
Over the past 18 months, IHS has installed a large number of alternative energy sites in Nigeria. These investments in addition to further investments in its state-of-the-art Network Operations Centre mean that uptimes of over 99% are achieved on its owned sites. Under the terms of this transaction IHS has committed to investing a further USD100 million in the towers acquired, on advanced generators, efficient batteries and alternative energy solutions to reduce diesel consumption and improve efficiency of grid use.
Matthew Willsher, CEO of Etisalat Nigeria, said: “Continued demand for mobile connectivity along with increased consumption of data requires reliable and effective networks that are also cost efficient for network operators. The decision to sell our passive infrastructure to an experienced commercial partner, such as IHS, is part of our strategy to increase network coverage and capacity which is already rated number 1 for quality of service by the NCC.
Issam Darwish, CEO of IHS, added: “We are delighted to have been trusted by Etisalat Nigeria with their passive network infrastructure. Our market leading operations team, managed through a state-of-the-art network operations centre and our continual investment in better, more efficient systems and technologies will ensure that that trust is well placed. This partnership will provide significant long-term benefits to Etisalat Nigeria, allowing them to focus entirely on marketing new customer propositions to a wider market.”
On the conclusion of this transaction, IHS will own and manage over 6,540 towers in Nigeria all of which will be managed by the most advanced Network Operating Centre (NOC) in the country, providing customers with market and industry leading levels of passive network uptime. IHS will market services on the towers promoting tower sharing and colocation to help drive network improvements, better service to subscribers and economic growth.
Etisalat currently has the highest quality network in Nigeria and the partnership with IHS is designed to promote network sharing, ensure higher quality, sustain reliable mobile services, lower overall costs and also promote a cleaner environment through reduced diesel usage and increased investments in alternative energy solutions.
Over the past 18 months, IHS has installed a large number of alternative energy sites in Nigeria. These investments in addition to further investments in its state-of-the-art Network Operations Centre mean that uptimes of over 99% are achieved on its owned sites. Under the terms of this transaction IHS has committed to investing a further USD100 million in the towers acquired, on advanced generators, efficient batteries and alternative energy solutions to reduce diesel consumption and improve efficiency of grid use.
Matthew Willsher, CEO of Etisalat Nigeria, said: “Continued demand for mobile connectivity along with increased consumption of data requires reliable and effective networks that are also cost efficient for network operators. The decision to sell our passive infrastructure to an experienced commercial partner, such as IHS, is part of our strategy to increase network coverage and capacity which is already rated number 1 for quality of service by the NCC.
Issam Darwish, CEO of IHS, added: “We are delighted to have been trusted by Etisalat Nigeria with their passive network infrastructure. Our market leading operations team, managed through a state-of-the-art network operations centre and our continual investment in better, more efficient systems and technologies will ensure that that trust is well placed. This partnership will provide significant long-term benefits to Etisalat Nigeria, allowing them to focus entirely on marketing new customer propositions to a wider market.”
On the conclusion of this transaction, IHS will own and manage over 6,540 towers in Nigeria all of which will be managed by the most advanced Network Operating Centre (NOC) in the country, providing customers with market and industry leading levels of passive network uptime. IHS will market services on the towers promoting tower sharing and colocation to help drive network improvements, better service to subscribers and economic growth.
Tuesday, August 5, 2014
Microsoft Says BBM is now Available on Lumia Smartphones
Lagos, Nigeria, August 5th, 2014: Microsoft Mobile has announced that popular mobile messaging application, BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) is now available for download on its Windows Phone based Lumia smartphones.
Microsoft made this announcement following BlackBerry’s announcement on Thursday, July 31st that BBM is now open to those using the Windows phone platform, a move that potentially makes the messaging service more appealing to its enterprise clients
Speaking on this new development, Partnership Manager, Developer Experience, Nokia West and Central Africa, Emmanuel Oluwatosin stated that it is a relief to finally have BBM on the Lumia smartphones, which will create more fun experiences for our customers. “We are extremely delighted about this news and we know our customers are excited as well. We finally have one more to boost our presence in the smartphone market. This will also expand various chat applications available on the Lumia smartphone for customers to stay connected with their loved ones”.
“BBM app is available for all Lumia smartphone running Windows Phone 8 and Windows Phone 8.1 operating system. To download the BBM app is absolutely free and easy; customers should go to the Windows Store on their Lumia smartphones, search for Blackberry Messenger and BBM Beta app and download” he added.
The app has been tailored for Microsoft's Live Tile user interface, and users will find three sections in BBM - Chats, Contacts and Feeds - which can be accessed by swiping through the app.
Microsoft made this announcement following BlackBerry’s announcement on Thursday, July 31st that BBM is now open to those using the Windows phone platform, a move that potentially makes the messaging service more appealing to its enterprise clients
Speaking on this new development, Partnership Manager, Developer Experience, Nokia West and Central Africa, Emmanuel Oluwatosin stated that it is a relief to finally have BBM on the Lumia smartphones, which will create more fun experiences for our customers. “We are extremely delighted about this news and we know our customers are excited as well. We finally have one more to boost our presence in the smartphone market. This will also expand various chat applications available on the Lumia smartphone for customers to stay connected with their loved ones”.
“BBM app is available for all Lumia smartphone running Windows Phone 8 and Windows Phone 8.1 operating system. To download the BBM app is absolutely free and easy; customers should go to the Windows Store on their Lumia smartphones, search for Blackberry Messenger and BBM Beta app and download” he added.
The app has been tailored for Microsoft's Live Tile user interface, and users will find three sections in BBM - Chats, Contacts and Feeds - which can be accessed by swiping through the app.
Sunday, August 3, 2014
Microsoft Boost User Experience on Nokia X Range with Software Update
Customers using the Nokia X range of affordable devices are in for a more thrilling experience as technology giant, Microsoft, has announced the release of a new Nokia X Software update.
Communications Manager, Nokia West and Central Africa, Fred Oriunuebho disclosed that customers can update their Nokia X, Nokia X+ or Nokia XL devices as the new software will arrive on their device as an over-the-air (OTA) update. “To update the Nokia X devices, users will receive a push notification which will be sent when the update is ready and waiting for download. Alternatively, users can manually check by navigating to settings >About phone> System updates > Check now,” he said.
According to Mr. Oriunuebho
, the new update comes with a whole lot of new and exciting features which would make user experience seamless. Some new and improved features include the new App Switcher, which makes it easy for users to use different apps simultaneously. With the new update, customers will get free access to Outlook and OneNote which come preinstalled as customers update the software.
“This would give them quick access to use and access multiple Outlook accounts, including Outlook Calendar and Contacts, instantly access their Microsoft OneNote 2010 notebooks on OneDrive with OneNote Mobile, view notebooks on OneDrive amongst others.
In addition to the fantastic features that come with the new update, the Nokia Store comes with a search button which makes it easier to search, find and download games or apps on the device. The Nokia Store also integrates other third-party app stores, which means that customers can explore apps under one roof, making for a consistent experience.”
Mr. Oriunuebho pointed out that other improvements in the Store include a new Home screen Spotlight widget for app discovery and one-click downloads for faster access to apps.
About Microsoft Devices
Microsoft Devices Group is responsible for the company’s devices strategy, including Lumia smartphones and tablets, Nokia mobile phones, Xbox hardware, Surface, Perceptive Pixel products, and accessories.
Communications Manager, Nokia West and Central Africa, Fred Oriunuebho disclosed that customers can update their Nokia X, Nokia X+ or Nokia XL devices as the new software will arrive on their device as an over-the-air (OTA) update. “To update the Nokia X devices, users will receive a push notification which will be sent when the update is ready and waiting for download. Alternatively, users can manually check by navigating to settings >About phone> System updates > Check now,” he said.
According to Mr. Oriunuebho
“This would give them quick access to use and access multiple Outlook accounts, including Outlook Calendar and Contacts, instantly access their Microsoft OneNote 2010 notebooks on OneDrive with OneNote Mobile, view notebooks on OneDrive amongst others.
In addition to the fantastic features that come with the new update, the Nokia Store comes with a search button which makes it easier to search, find and download games or apps on the device. The Nokia Store also integrates other third-party app stores, which means that customers can explore apps under one roof, making for a consistent experience.”
Mr. Oriunuebho pointed out that other improvements in the Store include a new Home screen Spotlight widget for app discovery and one-click downloads for faster access to apps.
About Microsoft Devices
Microsoft Devices Group is responsible for the company’s devices strategy, including Lumia smartphones and tablets, Nokia mobile phones, Xbox hardware, Surface, Perceptive Pixel products, and accessories.
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