Airtel dropped to the third position from second in 2019 after Reliance Jio took the lead just three years after entering the telecom space in India. However, the talks between the two entities are at an early stage and the deal terms could change, or an agreement may not be reached. Commenting on the deal, Bharti Airtel said they routinely work with all digital players to bring their products, content and services to customers....

The headlining feature is the split-screen view, it allows users to access multiple features at once. Drivers will now be able to glance at key features like navigation, media player and messages all from one screen. The feature was previously available only on certain vehicles, but will now be the default setup for all users. Android Auto will also be able to adapt to all sizes of screens seamless such as the 56-inch Hyperscreen display found in the Mercedes-Benz EQS, its actually three screens under one piece of glass....

As with every year, a new version of the Android operating system will be released to replace Android 12. And more specifically, Google has officially released the first beta of Android TV 13! As on Twitter, the Android Tv can be seen with many capabilities offered by the current version of Android 13(Upcoming). It should also be mentioned that this initial beta of Android TV 13 is only available to individuals who have an ADT-3 TV dongle or who utilize the Android TV emulator from Android Studio....

It seems that Apple would then transition to an entirely new processor, the M3, whose main designs would have already been introduced internally. The Apple M3 processor presently answers to the code name “Palma,” according to information from the Commercial Times that was passed along by WCCFTech. It would use TSMC’s N3E etching process, a more advanced version of the N3 protocol (3 nm), which the Taiwanese foundry plans to use extensively by the end of the year....

Following the introduction of its next-generation models, Apple ceased production of earlier iPhones, including the 11, 12, Mini, 13, and 13 Pro. As it does every year, the tech giant has reportedly replaced the existing Pro models in Apple’s iPhone portfolio with the introduction of new Pro models. According to the report, Apple has officially stopped selling the aforementioned older iPhone models, but they are still available at retailers worldwide while supplies last....

The laptop was first introduced in 2015 and ushered in a new era of MacBook design for Apple. It was the first to use USB-C, the first with the controversial and problematic butterfly keyboard, and the first Mac laptop without a glowing Apple logo in years. Following refreshes to the MacBook Air and entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro today, Apple appears to have discontinued the 12-inch MacBook and the last-gen MacBook Air which vanished from Apple’s website earlier today as it announced its Back to School promotion....

“Recently, experts ranging from the CDC to the American Heart Association have attributed a variety of lung injuries and fatalities to e-cigarette and vaping products, going so far as to call the spread of these devices a public health crisis an a youth epidemic,” Apple said in response to an AFP query prompted by an Axios report. As a result, 181 vaping-related apps have been pulled by Apple from the App Store worldwide....

For now, it’s all about getting new accessibility options talking about on World Accessibility Awareness Day. But one feature, in particular, could well be helpful to all. A ton of new accessibility features on iOS Already taken very seriously by Apple on its various products, Apple will further improve accessibility on iPhone thanks to iOS 15. In its press release, the brand unveils no less than a dozen new options allowing people with disabilities or disabilities to enjoy their smartphone or tablet in good conditions....

Apple took a long time for this, but it is finally here. I am talking about the new Apple AirTags. If you have been hearing about AirTags for a long time, well and good. But, in case, this is the first time you are hearing about them, we have got you covered. The Apple AirTags are like Tiles that you put on any item you are most likely to lose or misplace, such as your bag or car keys, and then you will be able to track these items when you cannot find them normally....

The Pro has slimmer bezels and 20% more screen estate than the 9.7 inch. In addition, the screen has a max brightness of 600 nits which is a healthy gap above the 400 nits average on most devices. Apple didn’t stop there, they built a 120HZ refresh rate which translates to an industry-leading 20ms latency when using the Apple Pencil. The refresh rate is variable, that is, it will only kick in when you need it hence saving power when not in use....

Customers in East and West Africa can use the Autochek auto loan services platform to get a variety of financing alternatives for buying new cars and trucks from reputable manufacturers. So far, the platform has a network of financial partners and over 30 OEM vehicle brands, including key regional players like Inchape (LandRover) and CMC (Ford and Eicher Trucks) in East Africa, and Dana (Kia), Coscharis (BMW, Landrover), Globe (Mercedes Benz), and Elizade (Toyota) in West Africa....

With the funding, Baobab+ will strengthen its presence in its existing countries and deploy operations in Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to Tellef Thorleifsson, CEO of Norfund, “Increased access to electricity greatly improves the living standard of people living in rural or poor areas, and Baobab+ has proven its ability to deliver great impact through a sustainable business model. Norfund is looking forward to supporting the company in bringing affordable solar energy to even more households and expanding into new markets through our first investment in the solar home system space in Francophone Africa....

Such as your “PHONE,” you often do less care about it, but when you lose it, you shout with panic. But early preparation can get things under your control. If I were in your place, I would search for the best possible hack to find my iPhone Android smartphone respectively. If you don’t want your devices ever to get lost, there are lots of great software and tools available online to provide you relief....

Studying from home has a myriad of advantages, including cost, convenience, and flexibility. However, as most people will tell you, getting your studies done from the comfort of one’s home can be challenging and requires high levels of discipline. How do you study from home efficiently? Here are top tips. 1. Pick Optimal Times Some students study best late at night, and others are their best in the wee hours of the morning....

Zakaria had previously spent time in the transport industry before starting Bifasor. His family members were managers of a transport company based in the Ivory Coast and their daily challenges inspired him to create Bifasor. With a highly segmented supply chain, lack of information that isolates players in the sector, (needlessly long) delays and exorbitant costs, transporting goods falls is a real-life obstacle course. All these difficulties slow down the commercial development of the continent with knock-on consequences that adversely affect access to goods and services by local populations....

When Bitcoin startups began in Africa, it was a major hit. But when BitPesa a startup that began in Kenya started, local investors, venture capitalists and the business people were excited. The startup gained a lot of attraction and managed to secure millions of dollars. But as it attracted more attention, it wasn’t just a small business anymore, which meant they had to partner with a recognized company and for their case; Safaricom was that company....

UNICEF is interested in startups in spaces such as: UNICEF, which is active in 190 countries, is however not limiting applicants to the aforementioned categories. Their website reads, “We are interested in companies that use distributed ledger tech in new, groundbreaking, ways that are scalable, and globally applicable.” Tunisian startup, Utopixar, received a UNICEF grant in 2018. The US$ 100,000 is intended for use by the startups for prototyping and concept validation....

Interestingly, Alpina started out as typewriter and textiles manufacturer back in the 1960’s before it began producing performance carburetors and crankshafts for BMW vehicles and later making racing cars. The partnership grew further to a point where Alpina gets chassis straight from BMW assembly line and modifies them. The tuning company pivoted from building racing cars into making luxury vehicles such as the Alpina XB7 which is essentially a modified BMW X7 SUV....

The greener transport options will be first available in the food category in Kenya then spread to other verticals and to more regions. The move is also aimed at lowering the operating costs for drivers and couriers on its platforms. According to Hillary Miller-Wise, Regional Director, Bolt Africa, “This is a great step towards realizing environmentally conscious ways for people to move around in the city, reduce our ecological footprint, decrease air pollution and increase access to clean transportation modes....

Last week our friends at Rocket Internet announced they are going to launch ten new companies this year, so we began digging and noticed Samwer’s speech was not just PR Speak. Rocket Internet just unveiled Vendito (Latin for Hawk or Sell) an online classifieds platform for emerging markets. ThE site is already live as Vendito.com, and in Senegal at Vendito.sn, in Uganda at Vendito.co.ug and Vendito.co.tz in Tanzania while it’s yet to go live in Nigeria at Vendito....