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Microsoft has announced that the Windows 10 October 2018 update is now available. The company made the announcement yesterday 2nd of October, at a small press event in New York, though it’s obviously no surprise that Microsoft decided to roll out the October update in the month that gave it its name.

The new update is the sixth major update to come to the OS, following the November Update, Anniversary Update, Creators Update, Fall Creators Update, and the April 2018 Update.

The latest version of Microsoft’s global operating system comes with loads of new features, including your phone app, a new snipping experience, a dark theme for File Explorer, a cloud-powered clipboard, and new web sign-in and fast sign-in.

The most interesting of these is probably the new “Your Phone” app, which allows you to text from your PC using an Android phone that also runs Microsoft’s mobile companion app. In later iterations, that app will also sync notifications to your desktop, but for now, that’s not an option. There also are tools for continuing your workflow as you switch from your phone to PC (or vice versa). These features work for iOS users, too.

Stop hunting through your bag for your phone. Get your texts and photos on your PC with Your Phone app. It’s new as part of the #Windows10 October Update. Get details here: https://t.co/mS3FfxQGFn pic.twitter.com/QXSmUvuvmS

— Windows (@Windows) October 3, 2018

As far as syncing between devices goes, it’s worth noting that the update also will allow you to share your clipboard between PCs.

Since everybody likes a dark mode these days, the Windows 10 File Explorer now also includes a dark theme. There’s also a revamped search experience, as well as a new screenshot tool.

While the release includes plenty of other tweaks, both in terms of functionality and design, the most anticipated feature, Sets, didn’t make it into this release. Sets are probably the biggest change to the overall Windows user experience since the release of Windows 10, so maybe it’s no surprise that Microsoft is trying to perfect this. And perfection takes a while.

The Windows 10 October 2018 Update will be rolling out through Windows Update next Tuesday. Until then it’s available through direct download. You might be lucky and be offered the update if you manually trigger Windows Update this week.

Guaranty Trust Bank, one of the highly patronized banks in the country has yet again added a new feature to its 737 banking, known as 737 Fast Track Deposit. It offers all its account holders a faster and more convenient channel to make cash deposits.

The 737 Fast Track Deposit enables customers to make deposits using the Fast Track points in the Banking Halls without the need to fill the deposit slip or use a Debit Card.

To Get it Done:

• Simply dial *737*48*Amount*Account Number# from your registered phone number with the bank to initiate.
  
• Then, select 1 to continue if you are sure of the recipient name displayed on your screen.
• You can proceed to the bank teller to deposit cash.

With this, you do not have to go through the rigor of filling the deposit slip before you can make the deposit into your personal or someone's account. 

As part of its product development strategy to improve consumers’ internet service experience, Premier Internet Service Provider, Spectranet, introduces new Blue Freedom MiFi with 25GB free data for just N16,000.

The entry of Blue Freedom MiFi is premised on the celebration of Nigeria’s 58th independence anniversary just as Spectranet aims to deepen internet penetration in the country.

Blue Freedom MiFi offers consumers the opportunity to enjoy seamless internet connectivity for business, personal and allied purposes.

The new MiFi comes with a lot of benefits:

• Connect up to 10 users at a time: to connect several devices or users at a time
• Child lock facility: customers can block unwanted websites. A very important feature for families where children are exposed to the internet

Mike Ogor, Head of Marketing, speaking on the brand aspiration said:

Over the last few years, technology has evolved as broadband access continues to grow. It’s not feasible to continue to maintain a separate land-based, dedicated network for this service alone, when an even better service can be offered to our customers on DStv Now via the Internet and Wi-Fi,” said MultiChoice.“The Blue Freedom MiFi is uniquely beautiful, pocket-friendly and trendy, fitting into everyday life of consumers who appreciates elegance and quality services. The battery life can stay up to 8 hours without power source. It has a front display screen that shows your data usage and the balance. It is very easy to carry in your bag or pocket.

“In a nutshell, the Blue Freedom MiFi upgrades the customer to the next level of internet connection and makes him stay ahead of others in style while enjoying additional benefit of fast, reliable and value-for-money internet connectivity. The cost of the Blue Freedom MiFi is N16, 000 only with free 25GB data and free night browsing,” he said.

About Spectranet
Spectranet Limited was the first Internet Service Provider (ISP) to launch 4G LTE internet service in Nigeria. The brand is known for providing affordable, faster and more reliable internet broadband to Nigerian homes and offices. Its internet service is currently available across Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan, and Port Harcourt. Its state of the art network ensures high-speed internet connectivity for the customers.

Spectranet 4G LTE is a recipient of multiple awards for Best 4G LTE Internet Service Provider in Nigeria in 2016, 2017 and 2018.

Source: Daily Post

In celebration of Nigeria's 58th Independence day, the telecoms giant, MTN is giving out 200% data bonus on all your data subscription today.

According to the recent information on MTN official twitter handle:

In celebrating Independence we’re giving you 200% bonus on all your data subscription today. So, go ahead browse, chat, call, stream, download and do more on the 4GLTE network. #HappyIndependenceDay #0110ThisIsNaija #NigeriaAt58 pic.twitter.com/CGenfqth4g

— MTN Nigeria (@MTNNG) October 1, 2018

How to Activate MTN New 4.5GB For N1200
Simlyial *131*1# and choose your preferred package.

Note: Bonus available on 4G LTE only.

Airtel has just unveiled another data package available on SmartConnect for prepaid customers. This new data plan is the same thing as the old double data offer which was only open to eligible users, while the new #AirtelSmartConnect #smallmoneyBIGDATA is open to new Airtel customers only.

The package was tagged with hashtag #smallmoneyBIGDATA on their official Twitter handle, and it's still being advertised on different television channels and other sources. That obviously shows how authentic the package is.

According to a statement by Airtel on its Twitter page, it says;

We know you want more and we have just what you want. Imagine getting 1.5GB for just N500 or 3GB for just N1,000, yea its that good. Get double data and eight times your recharge value with Airtel SmartConnect, get an Airtel SIM today. #AirtelSmartConnect #smallmoneyBIGDATA

This is just another repackaged Airtel double data offer. If you want extra data to be added to your data purchases, it's highly recommended you opt-in to the package. You can get 100% extra data and eight times your recharge value with Airtel Smartconnect.

By its nature,

• N500 gives you 1.5GB data, instead of 750MB.
• N1,000 gives you 3GB data, instead of 1.5GB.
• N1,500 gives you 7GB data, instead of 3.5GB.
• N2,500 gives you 11GB data, instead of 5.5GB.

To Activate Airtel #SmallMoneyBigData

• Visit any Airtel shop or experienced center to get a new Airtel SIM.
• After registering the sim, you will be automatically migrated to the Airtel smartCONNECT tariff plan
• Insert the SIM into your phone and dial *141# to purchase data bundles in order to get extra data benefit.
  

NB: It's not necessarily for a new SIM alone but also for those that have not migrated to another plan since they purchased the line. To check your Tariff plan if it's on SMART CONNECT, dial *121#, select 3 then select 5. You will see your tariff plan.

However, old or existing subscribers on the network can also dial *144# to check if they are eligible to activate any double data.

To check your data bundle
The Airtel "Small Money Big Data" package data bundle can be checked by dialing *140# USSD code, just the normal way you check your normal or regular data plans.

Also, this revamped tariff plan offers family and friends bonus each time you recharge. To register your F&F, simply dial *311*2*AirtelNumber#, while you can dial *311*3*AirtelNumber# to remove a particular number.

Let me know what you think or feel about the post by posting a comment. Thank you! 

If you have abandoned your Glo sim card for the very long time due to its epileptic and poor network services, I think this is the best time for you to clean up the dust on your sim or buy a new Glo sim card and insert in your device to have a finger in any of their various mind-blowing offers when you recharge and when you subscribe for a data plan.

Do you know that Globacom has been swapping and upgrading network equipment with new and higher capacity equipment to deliver improved data and voice services?

It was revealed that Glo’s core data network interface ports have been upgraded from 40GB to 100GB, meaning the traffic handling capacity is more than doubled. Also, the capacity of Globacom’s undersea cable, Glo 1, has been tripled.

The network’s renowned 4G Coverage is being extended to several more cities in 33 states consolidating Globacom’s position as the network with the widest and best 4G coverage in Nigeria presently.

This is the reason why Glo 3G and 4G LTE network is now fast in some locations.
Sorry for the interruption, let go back to the main business of the topic.

Glo Oga Sim Data Bonus is currently one of the cheapest data plans from the grand master of data as it offers new customers 125% data bonus on all plans and gives you double of the data you buy if you simply renew before your current data expires. Glo ‘Oga SIM’, which they mentioned has given them unrestricted access to data.

According to the recent information on  Glo twitter handle:

Enjoy more data and mind blowing bonuses with Glo Oga SIM. #GloOgaSIM is powered by the heavyweight Yakata Voice and Data Plan. Hurry now and get a new Glo SIM to enjoy this amazing promo and dial *777# to choose a plan pic.twitter.com/kUDSH7XYuc

— Glo (@GloWorld) September 27, 2018

A new subscriber who buys N100 worth of data subscription will automatically get 230GB of data instead of the usual 80MB; one who buys N1000 data package gets 4.8GB instead of 1.6GB. N2000 fetches the subscriber 8.2GB instead of 3.6GB, N2,500 gives a whopping 12.9GB instead of 5.7GB, while N3000 award enormous 15.7GB instead of 7GB and much more.

Oga SIM’ is a ‘must have’ for everybody, as it links subscribers with their passion points, and the value to be derived from the product can either be shared or gifted.

Oga SIM offers also extends to old data subscribers who have not subscribed to any Glo data services in the last three months.

How To Benefit From The Oga SIM Data Promo
Once you have gotten the new Glo SIM card, you simply just dial the*777# code to choose any data plan. It’s applicable for all Glo customers (both new and exiting) as existing customers can benefit from this also, on an offer of 25% data bonus.

Note:

• Only Glo customers will benefit from this amazing offer.
• Existing customers can benefit from the promo as long as they have never used data before or haven’t subscribed for the last three months.
• Any device can be used for the promo.
• The promo is available for qualifying customer for 4 months and is renewable if you want to buy another data plan before the old one expires.
• The promo is for all new customers irrespective of SIM type (LTE or 3G)
• All you need do is simply dial *777# to choose any data plan.

Can I auto renew with a lower plan and still get the extra bonus data benefit?
Yes. As you auto-renew to a new plan you will you get the extra bonus data for the plan bought.

How long is the promo for?
The promo is available for qualifying customer for 4 months.

Below are all the data plans you can buy on your Oga SIM to get 125% data bonus;

Plan Name	Price (N)	Base Plan Volume	Data Volume with Bonus on base plans		Validity
			Existing Customers (25% bonus)	Oga SIM (125% bonus)
N100 Data Plan	100	80MB	100MB	230MB	1 Day
N200 Data Plan	200	210MB	262MB	472MB	5 Days
N500 Data Plan	500	800MB	1GB	1.8GB	14 Days
N1,000 Data Plan	1,000	1.6GB	2GB	4.8GB	30 Days
N2,000 Data Plan	2,000	3.65GB	4.5GB	8.2GB
N2,500 Data Plan	2,500	5.75GB	7.2GB	12.9GB
N3,000 Data Plan	3,000	7GB	8.75GB	15.7GB
N4,000 Data Plan	4,000	10GB	12.5GB	22.5GB
N5,000 Data Plan	5,000	12.5GB	15.6GB	28.1GB
N8,000 Data Plan	8,000	20GB	25GB	45GB
N10,000 Data Plan	10,000	26GB	32.5GB	58.5GB
N15,000 Data Plan	15,000	42GB	52.5GB	94.5GB
N18,000 Data Plan	18,000	50GB	62.5GB	112.5GB
N20,000 Data Plan	20,000	63GB	78.75GB	141.7GB

In summary, it gives the new customers 125% data bonus on all plans irrespective of the SIM type  (LTE or 3G) and device. So, what are you waiting for? Hurry now and get a new Glo SIM to enjoy this amazing promo.

MultiChoice has announced that it will break off its DStv Mobile TV service after 31st of October, 2018.

DStv Mobile TV has been existing since 2010 and it used DVB-H technology, allowing users to access DStv on their phone, laptop, or tablet via a Drifta mobile decoder.

The decoder received a DVB-H signal and converted it into a Wi-Fi signal for smart devices to access.

The service was N1,260  per month. DStv Premium customers received one Mobile subscription for free, with additional subscriptions charged at N1,260 per month each.

Over the last few years, technology has evolved as broadband access continues to grow. It’s not feasible to continue to maintain a separate land-based, dedicated network for this service alone, when an even better service can be offered to our customers on DStv Now via the Internet and Wi-Fi,” said MultiChoice.

As you can see DStv Now App is the main reason why Multichoice is ending its DStv mobile service. Drifta mobile decoder receives a DVB-H signal and converted it into a Wi-Fi signal for smart devices to access, but DStv Now does that over internet and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Recommended: MultiChoice Unveils DStv Now, New Apps for Big Screen Viewing

MultiChoice told customers who currently have a Mobile subscription that it has already started to switch off certain transmitters. This will impact reception for certain users.

As a result, users will not be charged their subscription fee from 1 September 2018. Decoder insurance on Mobile devices will also be canceled.

DStv Now is what is in vogue these days, so you don't need Drifta mobile decoder anymore.

Smartphones have become a major part of everyone's lifestyle. During the rainy season, a lot of people damage their smartphones as the rain drops sometimes find its way into smartphones through the open ports. The rain/water can be seen as a threat towards keeping your phone in a perfect condition.

Water and moisture are the killer of electronics. So we must use our smartphone very cautiously during the rainy season. Because, if water gets inside and you continue to use your phone then it will result in a permanent damage to its internal circuitry whose repair might burn in a hole in your pocket.

If you are not using a water resistant smartphone, it is very important to know how to protect your smartphone during the rainy season. Take a look at the 10 tips that we have compiled to help you protect your smartphone from water damage.

1. Get a Waterproof Case
A waterproof cover provides the ultimate protection so you can use your phone without any worries. While looking for new covers, look for a waterproof cover that encloses the ports as well.

It can be as cheap as $3 and if you’re in Nigeria, you can get it for as low as N1,500, available on Jumia Nigeria and Konga.

2. Use Zip Lock Pouches
If you haven't purchased a waterproof case for your smartphone, and you need to save your phone from the rain, you can use a zip lock pouch or bag. This is an ideal way to save your phone from getting damaged due to water, but ensure to lock the pouch carefully.

3. A Plastic Bag is a Life Saver
If you don't find a case or zip lock pouch, you can wrap your phone in a plastic bag that is lying around. It is better to keep a plastic bag handy in your bag all the time.


4. You Can Make a Balloon Case Too
You can buy a balloon from a nearby shop and use it a case to protect your phone from the rain water. Inflate the balloon and put your smartphone in it with the screen facing down and deflate it. That's it!

5. Don’t Use The Phone Unnecessarily
Most smartphone users are in constant habit of checking their smartphones after every few minutes for no reason at all. This increases the risk of getting your phone wet or even dropping in the flood.

6. Use A Headset
Touching your phone with wet hands is always an issue. If you must use receive a call on your smartphone, use a Bluetooth/Wireless Headsets to keep your smartphone protected from rain drops.

7. Always Carry a Hand Towel with You
If your smartphone gets wet accidentally, you can use the hand towel to wipe the water. Alternatively, you can also wrap the phone in the hand towel and put it in your bag to reduce the risk of water damage.

8. Carry a Spare Handset to Avoid Damage
During the rainy season, you can use an old phone or a basic handset to attend calls with the call forwarding option. This will keep your precious smartphone intact without any damage.

In Case the Phone Gets Wet:

9. Don't Charge the Phone
When you charge a wet phone, it might result in a short-circuit. This will fry the internal circuit and the connections on the main board and it might eventually damage the phone.

10. Use a Bowl of Uncooked Rice
As soon as your phone gets wet, immediately power it off, wipe and drain excess water, remove the battery, SIM/SD card and store it in a bowl or sack of uncooked rice. Leave it in the bowl or sack of rice for a couple of days so as to draw the moisture out completely. The method has been tested several times and confirmed working for the matter of contention.

If you are unsure whether your phone has become completely dry or not, then it would be best if you take it to a qualified engineer or customer-care center for a detailed water-lodgement inspection and making necessary repairs.

I'm pretty sure that some people like me are still flexing with Glo Jollifi8 Data Bonus, but it is frustrating to browse very well and download with this data bonus during the peak period, due to the issue of frequent disconnection on Glo Jollific8 network.

For you to enjoying your browsing and have a successful downloading experience, you need to follow the instruction below.

For Android and iOS users, try the following tricks:

• Change your Internet profile APN settings to “gloflat” if you are on “glosecure”. (This doesn’t offer much but it is worth your consideration.
• Another way is to download with a good download manager on your smartphone. Such a download manager must support download resume. An example of a trusted download manager is ADM (Advanced Download Manager).
• Finally, make sure you download only at night when you will not be using your phone for other things. Possibly overnight.

Recommended: Download ADM Pro To Increase The Downloading Speeds On Android Device Up To 5 Times

For PC users, try the following tricks:
1. Change your Internet profile APN settings to “gloflat” if you are on “glosecure”. (This doesn’t offer much but it is worth your consideration. The amazing part of this software is that it is only 200 kb approximately and its portable, so no-nonsense installation needed. But it provides almost all the features you need from such a small weighed app.

• Download ReConnect software from - Here
• It is in .zip format, simply extract the ReConnect.exe to your desktop
• Double click to open it
• Tap Setting. Don't mind the name in the "Dial mode". It will automatically detect the name on your modem.
  
• Under "Connection setting" tick "Auto reconnect".
  
• Under"Startup settings". If you like, you may tick "Start with Windows and "Connect on start up"
• Finally, click OK to save the setting and tap on "connect" to tie the software with your internet connection.