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Clinging to an old phone? Experts say it could be time for an upgrade
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 16, 2025

Holding onto a phone that has been left behind by software updates can feel like trying to run a matatu on a footpath; you are no longer on the same r...

Google introduces new minimum requirements for Android phones and tablets
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 15, 2025

The move means any phone with less than 32GB of internal storage will no longer qualify for Google Mobile Services (GMS), the proprietary bundle of ap...

The dark side of innovation: How modified APKs are fuelling new wave of data leaks
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 14, 2025

Many modified APKs contain embedded ads that generate income every time a user interacts with the app.

Beginner’s guide: Connecting your Apple watch to an Android phone
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 12, 2025

Although Apple’s smartwatch lineup has long been designed to work exclusively with iPhones, users have discovered workarounds to pair the device with...

Samsung rolls out android 15 updates to select galaxy devices, leaving out older models
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 09, 2025

Older devices, particularly those with outdated processors, insufficient RAM, or limited hardware capabilities, may not be able to handle the new feat...

Google unveils new feature that allows users to delete photos from cloud while keeping local files
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 13, 2025

This update allows users to delete backed-up photos and videos from Google’s servers while keeping the original files intact on their devices.

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