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NIGCOMSAT-2A, 2B: $2bn satellites may trigger broadcast, broadband boom in 2028

NIGCOMSAT-2A, 2B: $2bn satellites may trigger broadcast, broadband boom in 2028

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech EditorIf the timeline set by the Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited, NIGCOMSAT, for the deployment of its two new communications satellites remains on course, Nigeria’s broadcast and broadband sectors could be heading for a major capacity boom by 2028. That prospect received a major boost at the weekend after the Federal Executive […]
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Gionee’s E6 series spices Android market

Gionee’s E6 series spices Android market

Just as the battle for mobile phone market hots up, China-based handset maker, Gionee last week in Lagos announced the launch of its latest smartphone, the Gionee Elife E6.

New NCS president unfolds agenda

New NCS president unfolds agenda

The new President of the Nigeria Computer Society, Professor David Adewumi says he will Liaise with Federal ministries to embark on aggressive application of ICT tools in all government agencies. Professor Adewumi made the assertion at the weekend, during his inaugural speech as the 18th President of the association.

Apple to  launch two iPhone versions soon

Apple to launch two iPhone versions soon

Apple has asked its Taiwan-based supplier to begin shipping two new versions of the iPhone next month, including a lower-cost model, the Wall Street Journal reported Monday.

Scam-alert: Never save the damsel in distress!

Scam-alert: Never save the damsel in distress!

The internet isn’t really the best place to be a knight in shining armour. The reasons aren’t farfetched; for all you know, the damsel in distress could be a wicked witch or worse, a scamming dude. This week, we focus on scams that appeal to the hero in you.

15-yr-old Nigerian develops social network

15-yr-old Nigerian develops social network

Obviously not everything that comes from Jos, Plateau state is tears blood and sorrow. It seemed so on account of several crises that have erupted from the ancient city in the past few years.