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OPPO Reno16 and Reno16 F launch in Kenya at KES 79,999 and KES 69,999
OPPO's Reno16 costs KES 79,999 and the Reno16 F KES 69,999 in Kenya. Pre-orders run to 4th November with gifts.
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Xiaomi 11.11 Mega Sale 2026: what’s on sale so far
Xiaomi teased its 11.11 Mega Sale 2026 without dates or prices. Saudi deals are live; Singapore's page isn't up yet.
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INTERPOL’s third Serengeti sweep arrests 1,462 over scams, crypto mines and email fraud in Africa
INTERPOL's Operation Serengeti III arrested 1,462 cybercrime suspects in 21 countries and recovered USD 105 million, about KES 13.6 billion.
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DStv Kenya’s new packages start at KES 750, and Premium’s replacement costs KES 4,400 less
DStv Kenya's Sports package carries every Premier League and Champions League match for KES 3,000 a month from 5th November.
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Apple’s touchscreen MacBook Pro keeps the M5 chips and adds OLED and a higher price
Apple is expected to unveil OLED touchscreen MacBook Pros on Wednesday. Here is what they could cost, including in Kenya
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“CrackGate”: what we know about iPhone Duo screens cracking along the hinge
iPhone Duo owners in five countries report inner screens cracking along the hinge within hours. Apple has not commented yet
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OPPO Pad Mini expands internationally with an 8.8-inch matte OLED display
OPPO Pad Mini expands into international markets with a matte OLED screen, while official Kenya pricing and availability remain unconfirmed.
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Honor WIN 2 puts a 10,100mAh battery and two cooling fans into a gaming phone
Honor WIN 2 launches with a 10,100mAh battery, two cooling fans and 185Hz display. China prices and Kenyan listing explained.
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Samsung’s certified refurbished Galaxy phones arrive on Amazon
Samsung brings certified refurbished Galaxy phones to Amazon US with new batteries and manufacturer warranties. Kenyan buyers face support restrictions.
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Gemini on Android Auto can now answer from your Gmail and Photos
Gemini on Android Auto can answer from Gmail and Photos if you opt in. Kenya isn't on Android Auto's list.
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Benin, Ghana and Rwanda have tested cross-border digital IDs
Benin, Ghana and Rwanda linked national ID systems and verified identity on made-up records. A controlled pilot targets early 2027.
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World Bank plans shared AI computing for Africa
World Bank wants governments to rent AI computing instead of building data centres, but names no countries, budget or date.
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OPPO Find X10 has a 7,150mAh battery in Europe and 8,000mAh in India and the UAE
OPPO Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max have 7,150mAh batteries in Europe and 8,000mAh in India, UAE and Asia.
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Spotify’s New Family Plan Check: Scan a QR Code in Person Within 7 Days or Face a 12-Month Ban
Family members asked to scan Spotify's QR code have seven days. Missing it bars other Family plans for a year.














