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Jul 09, 2026 at 07:58PM
Apple's $250 million Siri AI settlement pays US iPhone owners up to $95. See who qualifies and when payouts begin.
Jul 09, 2026 at 09:31AM
Tanzania (59%) and Kenya (36%) beat the 23% global average on bank returns, says BCG. Here is what the figures mean for Kenya.
Jul 09, 2026 at 09:30AM
If you have spent any time shopping around Nairobi or scanning local online retail spaces for an entry-level smart TV, you already know the drill. The budget ecosystem in Kenya has long been dominated by two things: basic digital TVs and a flood of cheap, so-called “Android smart TVs.” But most of those affordable Android …
Jul 08, 2026 at 07:50PM
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has published an updated Type Approved Equipment list for June 2026, replacing the April edition with a refreshed catalogue of devices cleared for use and sale in the country. While the update isn’t packed with new gadgets, it does hint at a handful of products that could soon make …
Jul 08, 2026 at 06:47PM
Safaricom is ramping up its campaign to get customers onto My OneApp, and this time, it’s using one of the strongest incentives we’ve seen in a while. Earlier today, I received a push notification through the old MySafaricom app inviting me to install My OneApp with the promise of sending money for free. That’s a …
Jul 08, 2026 at 10:05AM
I still remember when the Galaxy S23 series and the Z Fold 5/Flip 5 dropped back in 2023. It feels like just yesterday we were unboxing them and marveling at the performance bumps. But as anyone who closely follows the smartphone world knows, software lifecycles move fast. If you own one of these fantastic 2023 …
Jul 08, 2026 at 08:31AM
Fourteen special resolutions at Safaricom's AGM would formalise Vodacom's control and the government's board seats, brand veto, and expansion consent.
Jul 08, 2026 at 06:22AM
The July 2026 Pixel security update is now rolling out to eligible devices, but for Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro owners, this month’s release carries a little more weight than usual. While the update delivers Google’s latest security fixes and bug patches, it also moves the Pixel 6 series one step closer to the …
Jul 07, 2026 at 08:19PM
Nothing Phone (4b) launches with its signature Glyph design, a Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, and a bigger battery reserved for India buyers.
Jul 07, 2026 at 08:05PM
DeepSeek is reportedly designing its own AI inference chip to reduce reliance on Nvidia and Huawei amid China's chip push
Jul 07, 2026 at 07:04PM
Starlink has paused new sign-ups in seven Kenyan counties, including Nairobi and Mombasa, after demand exceeded its satellite capacity.
Jul 07, 2026 at 10:14AM
Savanna Fibre is continuing its expansion in Kenya’s competitive internet market, this time with a new range of dedicated fibre packages designed specifically for business. The internet service provider has officially unveiled four new Savanna Fibre Business plans aimed at offices, SMEs and growing enterprises that need reliable connectivity for day-to-day operations. Unlike the company’s …
Jul 07, 2026 at 09:37AM
If you have been holding off on buying a new budget smartphone in hopes that prices will eventually cool down, I have some bad news for you: the window for cheap tech is rapidly closing. Just a short while after Apple quietly adjusted its pricing upwards for several of its products, Samsung is now making …
Jul 07, 2026 at 04:55AM
If you bought a Galaxy S24, chances are one of the reasons was Samsung’s promise of seven years of Android OS upgrades. That commitment means your phone is only getting started, even though it has already been replaced by the Galaxy S25 and, more recently, the Galaxy S26. Naturally, the next question on many owners’ …
Jul 06, 2026 at 10:18AM
Safaricom's sale to Vodafone Kenya closed on 30 June. The government drops to 20% while a constitutional petition remains unresolved.
Jul 06, 2026 at 09:57AM
Afro Nation Portugal wrapped up in Portimão over the weekend. Through a new Spotify partnership, selected performances from the festival will now live on the app, inside a dedicated Afro Nation hub.
Jul 06, 2026 at 09:36AM
KRA has opened a six-month tax amnesty. Pay your principal tax by December 2026 and penalties and interest are waived.
Jul 06, 2026 at 09:19AM
Visa expands Visa Pay to 11 markets across Africa and Central Asia via an SDK, but Kenya is notably absent.
Jul 06, 2026 at 09:05AM
Absa and Unilever launch a KES 4 billion programme lending distributors up to KES 10 million unsecured via Wezesha Stock.
Jul 06, 2026 at 08:52AM
Google Play’s first Indie Games Fund for Africa offers 10 studios $50,000 to $200,000 in equity-free cash. Applications close 31 July.
Jul 03, 2026 at 12:13PM
If you’re using a Samsung Galaxy S25, chances are you’ve already started wondering one thing: when will One UI 9 finally arrive? It’s a fair question. Samsung has already kicked off the One UI 9 public beta based on Android 17, but the program is currently exclusive to the new Galaxy S26 series. That doesn’t …
Jul 03, 2026 at 11:02AM
"The software that powered the 'Flagship Killer' has run its course. It was one hell of a ride!" That’s how Smartprix concluded its exclusive report claiming that OPPO is preparing to retire OnePlus‘ OxygenOS and Realme UI in favour of a unified ColorOS experience across its smartphone portfolio. It’s a fitting send-off for what many …
Jul 03, 2026 at 05:11AM
For years, one of my absolute biggest pain points with Windows 11 has been the unresizable Taskbar. It was a simple UI luxury we enjoyed in previous Windows iterations, allowing us to tweak our desktop real estate to our exact liking. Yet, when Windows 11 launched, Microsoft inexplicably removed it, leaving power users like myself …
Jul 03, 2026 at 04:23AM
I have a confession to make. I am supposed to be the tech guy. Whether it’s among my family, my friends, or even those of you who religiously follow my updates here, I am the one people turn to for digital hacks. But somehow, a massive Spotify trick completely flew under my radar until now. …
Jul 02, 2026 at 01:30PM
Mastercard launches an Africa Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence in South Africa and Nigeria, backed by Recorded Future's threat intelligence
Jul 02, 2026 at 05:21AM
When Google quietly leaves a device out of a technical announcement, it rarely does so by accident. Over the past few months, I’ve noticed a pattern developing around the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. First, the phones quietly missed out on some Android 17 Beta releases. Then came the omission from certain Android 16 …
Jul 01, 2026 at 01:27PM
Co-op Bank is set to launch Visa Accept in Kenya, turning traders' phones into card terminals. Here is what changes.
Jul 01, 2026 at 12:36PM
The iPhone 17 hasn’t even completed its first full year on the market, yet attention has already shifted to its successor after what could be one of the biggest Apple hardware leaks in recent memory surfaced online. The timing couldn’t be more significant. As we recently reported, Apple reclaimed the top spot as the world’s …
Jul 01, 2026 at 10:46AM
The National Transport and Safety Authority, popularly known as NTSA, has published several official notices across its social media platforms, not only explaining how the new instant fines system works but also reminding Kenyans about the authority’s legitimate communication channels. If you’ve been wondering what’s true, what’s false, and how to avoid being scammed, here’s …
Jul 01, 2026 at 09:01AM
Samsung has barely scratched the surface with One UI 9, yet the pace of development is already picking up. At the time of writing, the Galaxy S26 series remains the only lineup officially participating in Samsung’s public One UI 9 Beta Program. That will change over the coming weeks as Samsung expands development to more …
Jun 30, 2026 at 01:44PM
Safaricom has issued an urgent warning to customers after discovering a fake website impersonating its fast-growing Ziidi Trader investment platform. In a customer notice sent on Tuesday, the company clarified that ziiditrader.com is not an official or authorized Safaricom website and has no association with the telecommunications giant or its M-PESA investment services. “Please note …
Jun 30, 2026 at 01:25PM
NTSA wants every private car inspected yearly from 2026. But the PSVs it already inspects are still deathtraps. Can it deliver?
Jun 30, 2026 at 11:43AM
For years, the phrase “unlimited internet” in Kenya has almost always come with an asterisk. Sometimes it’s hidden fair usage limits. Other times it’s speed throttling after a certain amount of data. And in many cases, the price simply puts it out of reach for the average user. So when I came across Telkom Kenya‘s …
Jun 30, 2026 at 10:20AM
When Apple announced price increases across much of its Mac and iPad lineup last week, the explanation sounded straightforward. CEO Tim Cook said the company had little choice but to “offset the surging costs of memory and storage chips.” For many consumers, it appeared to be another unavoidable consequence of the AI boom. Now, however, …
Jun 30, 2026 at 08:35AM
If you’ve tried opening OnStream over the past few days, you’ve probably encountered the same frustrating screen: “OnStream couldn’t load.” No home page. No trending movies. No TV shows. Just an error message pointing to a domain that no longer responds. For those who relied on the app for free entertainment, it has come as …
Jun 29, 2026 at 06:46PM
WhatsApp opens username reservations worldwide so you can message people without sharing your phone number. Some Kenyans are already seeing it.
Jun 29, 2026 at 06:34PM
I&M Group has named former Absa boss Abdi Mohamed CEO of I&M Bank Kenya, pending Central Bank approval.
Jun 29, 2026 at 06:28PM
KenGen raised its power target to 5,500MW and launched its first sustainability report. We break down what the pipeline includes.
Jun 29, 2026 at 03:45PM
Open Startup marks 10 years by launching The Science Road and Openers First, a new investment arm backing African deep tech ventures.
Jun 29, 2026 at 08:07AM
Telegram has never been shy about borrowing good ideas and putting its own spin on them. Over the years, we’ve seen it introduce Stories, Channels, Topics, and Business accounts. Now, the messaging platform is testing another major addition that feels familiar but still uniquely Telegram. The latest Telegram beta for Android (version 12.9) introduces Communities, …