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Nokia Smartphone Portfolio Welcomes Android 11 In Nigeria

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Today, the future-proof Nokia 8.3 5G becomes the first Nokia smartphone to upgrade to Android 11.  HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, is one of the few manufacturers to promise updates across a variety of price segments for up to three years, as upgrade commences in select markets including Nigeria.

Counterpoint Research revealed that Nokia phones lead the trust rankings based on the four pillars of software, security updates, build quality, and devices recommended for enterprises for the second year running. The Nokia 8.3 5G launched with the promise of three years’ worth of security updates and two years of OS upgrades.

The promise ensures that Nokia smartphones stay safe, secure and up to date for consumers. The upgrade to Android 11 marks the first OS upgrade of the handset and substantiates HMD Global’s commitment to its Android promise. 

Joseph Umunakwe, General Manager, West, East and Central Africa, HMD Global said: “Our team’s dedication to bringing the next step in Android OS innovation to our Nokia smartphone customers is highly commendable. The Nokia 8.3 5G is leading the path not fully travelled with our Android 11 upgrade journey, with many more of our smartphones soon to join the ranks.

Staying true to our purpose of ensuring Nokia phone users have high-quality and safe smartphone experiences, we’re also committed to providing many more affordable Android 11 ready handsets’’.  

Nokia smartphones are proven to provide the most comprehensive software and security updates. They are trusted, secure and built to last and offer smartphone experiences without bloatware slowing them down or taking up space. Counterpoint Research found 98% of Android smartphones still offer inconsistent software and security updates or none at all, highlighting the value of the Nokia smartphone commitment.  

With Android 11 comes with a range of updated and new features for Nokia smartphones including:

●      Manage your conversations: Stay in touch with those who matter by managing conversations across multiple messaging apps all in one place on your Nokia smartphone.

●      “Hey Google, show me my day”: Using the dedicated Google Assistant button or just your voice, get a full snapshot of your day. When you need to focus or unwind, using the Digital Wellbeing tools like Focus mode and Bedtime mode will be there to help.

●      Permissions auto-reset: Supporting our commitment to delivering secure and reliable mobile experiences, Nokia smartphones on Android 11 will reset the permissions of apps that haven’t been used in a while. This will keep your personal data more secure by only allowing recent apps access to personal information.

 Coming with a powerful PureView quad-camera with ZEISS optics, the Nokia 8.3 5G lets you capture it all and boasts ZEISS Cinema capture and editor. With extraordinary low-light video recording and OZO audio recording, the Nokia 8.3 5G is the ideal smartphone for creators with busy schedules.  Inspired by Finnish roots, the Nokia 8.3 5G comes in Polar Night – taking inspiration straight from the arctic sky.

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Konga Partners Samsung to Offer Shoppers Free Delivery & Installation on Electronics Products

This development is bound to add an extra kick and special flavour to the Samsung Brand Day, an exclusive one-day sale of Samsung products on the Konga website scheduled for Tuesday, June 13, 2023.

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Konga, Nigeria’s leading composite giant has partnered with Samsung, a multinational manufacturing conglomerate to offer shoppers free delivery and installation as well as free installation kits when they purchase any of the Samsung Consumer Electronics products on Konga.

This exciting offer is part of activities for the month-long Konga Mid-year Shopping Festival, a hugely popular annual sales fiesta, which kicked off on the 30th of May and ends on 30th of June, 2023.

Through this incentive, shoppers on the Konga platform can now have their Samsung Electronics products delivered at no cost, in addition to having certified technicians handle the installation at their residence free of charge. This offer covers items such as Samsung TVs UHD 65′ & above and QLED 55′ & above; all Samsung Air Conditioners; Samsung Washing Machines Front Loaders 6kg & above and Samsung Refrigerators Double Door (300Ltrs & above), Side by Side, French Doors and Be-Spoke. Furthermore, customers will receive free installation kits for Samsung TVs and Residential Air Conditioners as part of this offer.

Also adding to the excitement is the option of same day delivery for all ordered items through KongaNow, an unprecedented initiative pioneered by Konga in May 2013. KongaNow addresses the twin problems of fake products and delayed deliveries by ensuring that verified products are delivered to shoppers within one to six hours, provided orders are placed before 2pm. Any item labelled KongaNow on the Konga website is entitled to same day delivery in Lagos and Abuja. Shoppers in other cities will also enjoy fast-tracked delivery, although with slight delays owing to logistics reasons.

This development is bound to add an extra kick and special flavour to the Samsung Brand Day, an exclusive one-day sale of Samsung products on the Konga website scheduled for Tuesday, June 13, 2023.  For the Samsung Brand Day, shoppers are set to enjoy special pricing and discounted deals on various Samsung products cutting across its Mobile Phone range and accessories as well as Consumer Electronics such as TV sets, AirConditioners, Refrigerators and Washing Machines, among others. The exclusive Samsung Day sale will kick off in the dawn hours of Tuesday, June 13 on the website – www.konga.com, with early bird shoppers expected to take advantage of the limited quantities on offer.

The 2023 edition of the Konga Mid-Year Shopping Festival, launched last year by the e-Commerce giant, has continued to attract huge interest and excitement among bargain-hungry shoppers, with Konga offering best prices and special deals for genuine products from a wide range of leading manufacturers across categories, enabling shoppers save big on their purchases.

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Samsung Launches New Galaxy A24 LTE In Nigeria

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Samsung Electronics Nigeria said the newest edition of the popular Galaxy A series will give telephone users more options to stay connected and enjoy a remarkable mobile experience.

The electronics giant said the new Galaxy A24 LTE comes packed with amazing features and a clear mission to redefine awesome through a brilliant display, a brand-new design and a camera that shoots sharp and steady.

It said the device comes with a large storage capacity that allows you to safely keep your important documents, music, apps, downloads and collection of all your life’s special moments captured in pictures and video.

The Galaxy A24 LTE boasts the latest software in Samsung’s One UI 5.1, built-in memory of 4 or 6GB of memory and 128GB storage that is expandable by up to 1TB with MicroSD1.

According to the company, the device comes with Galaxy’s signature design language that is inspired by Samsung’s flagship line. From the back of the phone, the improved design sports a glossy finish and prism pattern back cover with a refined and polished camera deck.

The optimized ratio between the corner and the camera modules gives the phone a sophisticated look while the no camera housing is straight out of the apex Galaxy S series design playbook.

The phone’s sleek and premium design is complemented by its exquisite flat body pattern. Moreover, you can stand out with one of the phone’s three beautiful colors that include black, silver and light green.

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TD Africa Expands Access To Ring Home Security Solutions in Nigeria

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TD Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa’s leading distributor of tech and lifestyle products, has announced an agreement to distribute select Ring devices in Nigeria.

The agreements revealed at meeting with its resellers on Thursday night in Lagos, TD Africa stated that it will leverage its growing network of channel partners and key resellers in extending the reach of Ring’s cutting-edge solutions to millions of potential users across Nigeria.

By offering Ring devices for the first time in Nigeria, TD Africa and Ring can deliver home security solutions that are accessible and effective. Ring provides reliable, easy-to-install DIY home security products that offer customers peace of mind as they protect their homes.

While using devices like the Ring Video Doorbell (2nd generation), homeowners can see, hear and speak to anyone at their front door, from their compatible phone or tablet – even in the dark.

Ring devices provide an extra layer of security, through a variety of features. With Ring Video Doorbells and Security Cameras, users benefit from Motion Detection, Two-Way Talk, Night Vision, and more, all controllable via the Ring app. Plus, Ring has put features in place across all its devices to ensure privacy, security, and user control remain front and centre. Features vary based on the device and may be subject to a Ring Protect subscription.

The coordinating managing director, TD Africa, Mrs. Chioma Chimere disclosed that, “We are delighted to add Ring to a growing list of globally recognised brands we represent in Nigeria. Through this collaboration, we are confident of bringing the Ring range of intelligent home security solutions to the homes of many Nigerians through our nationwide network of channel partners.

 Also speaking vice president– Emerging Markets, Ring, Mohammad Meraj Hoda said, “At Ring, our mission is to make neighbourhoods safer. We reimagined home security with products like Ring Video Doorbell, Floodlight Cam Wired Pro, and Stick Up Cams.

“Now, we’re excited to work with TD Africa to expand our product availability in Nigeria. We look forward to working together to bring our products to residents and continue to provide peace of mind to more customers around the world,” said.

Ring devices, including video doorbells, indoor and outdoor security cameras and a range of accessories, including solar panels, will be available from April 2023 in stores, shopping centres, malls, tech-focused markets and other retail locations in major cities across Nigeria. Customers can also expect in-store events and online specials to introduce this new product offering.

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