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  • 5 Reasons Why You Need a VPN

    5 Reasons Why You Need a VPN

    The use of VPN software has been gaining popularity in the past few years. This is attributed to the fact that the web is becoming increasingly restricted. VPNs are trusted tools for hiding users’ online activity and protecting internet access. The primary concern for most VPN users is their online security and privacy. However, VPN…

  • How to Get a US IP Address Without a VPN

    How to Get a US IP Address Without a VPN

    A few months ago, I wrote a post listing some VPN services you could use absolutely for free on your Android phone. Although they all work great, there’s still a way around it if you choose to get a US IP address without necessarily installing a VPN. There are quick ways to hide your real IP…

  • Why Your Smartphone Camera Takes Blurry Photos

    Why Your Smartphone Camera Takes Blurry Photos

    You bought a new phone and just after a month or two, pictures from the camera no longer look like they use to be. Photos now appear blurry, and the overall camera performance has deteriorated. If this is what you’re dealing with, you just might be able to fix it on your own. Don’t expect…

  • Apple iPhone X vs Samsung Galaxy S9+: Which is Better?

    Apple iPhone X vs Samsung Galaxy S9+: Which is Better?

    At the moment, the iPhone X and the Galaxy S9+ are two of the best phones in the mobile market right now, and you can’t go wrong picking up either. They’re like the best of both worlds and if you’re wondering which one to go for, this article should give you valuable pointers. We’ve already…

  • How to Locate Your Recently Watched Videos on Facebook

    How to Locate Your Recently Watched Videos on Facebook

    Note: This post was originally published in 2015 and updated on April 7th, 2018 to reflect the recent changes on Facebook. Despite the huge amount of videos now available on Facebook, it still remains a social network and will not actually replace sites like Youtube or Vimeo. Facebook isn’t yet a place where you can…

  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ Review (Exynos)

    Samsung Galaxy S9+ Review (Exynos)

    Although it doesn’t look much different from last year’s Galaxy S8+, Samsung Galaxy S9+ brings in improvements under the hood that goes beyond the similar form factor. I unboxed this device about a week ago; you might want to have a look at what my first impressions were. Although we get a much-improved camera and…

  • How to Recover Deleted Contacts From iPhone X Without Backup

    How to Recover Deleted Contacts From iPhone X Without Backup

    Technology is all around us and it has made its way into every corner of our lives, most notably is the modern-day smartphone. However, these smartphone devices, like the iPhone X, don’t come without their issues. For example, imagine if you’ve accidentally deleted a contact on your device and have no way of recovering it.…

  • Samsung Galaxy S9+ (Duos): Unboxing & Quick Review

    Samsung Galaxy S9+ (Duos): Unboxing & Quick Review

    The Galaxy S9 preorder started shipping out some days ago, and we got our unit on Monday. It’s no longer news that this phone looks quite a lot like the Galaxy S8 except for some little changes here and there. It still has the same general design and button placement. If you have the Galaxy…

  • Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A: Unboxing & Quick Review

    Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A: Unboxing & Quick Review

    Although it’s not the biggest device in Xiaomi’s portfolio, the Redmi Note 5A is still a phone that doesn’t sacrifice usability to maintain its status as a budget phone. I unboxed this device a couple of days ago and used it briefly. If you’re looking for a budget phone, something nice but not too expensive,…

  • Xiaomi Mi A1 Review: A Solid Mid-Ranger

    Xiaomi Mi A1 Review: A Solid Mid-Ranger

    With lots of Chinese OEMs releasing smartphones every now and then, the market has already gotten to its saturation point. One company that still manages to keep its shoulders above the competition is Xiaomi, a company keeps using the same strategy that made it a success– churning out great devices at competitive price points. Partnering…

  • Before You Buy a Xiaomi or an Oukitel Phone in Nigeria, Read This

    Before You Buy a Xiaomi or an Oukitel Phone in Nigeria, Read This

    Considering the prices Chinese OEMs like Tecno and Infinix sell their flagship phones in Nigeria, one might start considering buying a UK-used phone instead, or even a device from other Chinese manufacturers without any physical presence in the country. This looks like a good idea though. You get a device with better specs and features…

  • Google Camera on Xiaomi Mi A1 vs TrueDepth Camera on iPhone X

    Google Camera on Xiaomi Mi A1 vs TrueDepth Camera on iPhone X

    I got Xiaomi Mi A1 earlier this week, and for the first time in a long time, I was excited to hold a mid-range Android phone. You can check the unboxing video and read my first impressions. On the software front, the device currently runs the latest version of Android OS (Oreo). It’s also going…