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Microsoft has added an ad-blocker to its Edge browser on Android. The company partnered with Adblock Plus, a third-party service, to make this feature is available to smartphone users. While Google Chrome browser only block out stuffs that didn't comply to its standards for white-listing, Ad Blocker Plus actively block all type of content you don't want to show up. Other major browsers including Firefox also offers ad-blocking and they allow third party blockers to one level or another, though in the case of Android, such apps have been long-since banned from the Play Store and must be sideloaded. Microsoft Edge is still not very popular amongst its core Windows 10 audience, but it is hoped that the new ad-blocking functionality will appeal to mobile users. You can choose to turn off the Adblock on Microsoft Edge with a toggle switch in settings. The feature requires no additional software or plug-ins. The new Adblock feature is currently being rolled out on Microsoft Edge

Google recently rolled out a new feature for Android Messages that would enable Android smartphone users to send and receive text messages from their laptops or desktops. The new update brings Google’s messaging service up to the level of the likes of WhatsApp, which offers mobile and web browser services. Text, images and stickers will be supported in the web version of Android Messages. Below you will find how you can use this new functionality to send and receive text messages from your desktop computer or laptop. How to send and receive Android Messages from a PC To get started with the new feature, you need to first make sure that you are running the latest version of Android Messages app on your phone. Head over to Google Play Store on your Android device and check out for the latest updates. If your Android Messages app do require an update, then download it. When the download is done, go online on your desktop computer or laptop and navigate to the ne

Google just added a new and very useful feature to its Chrome browser that will make it possible for Android users to view web articles offline. This latest update from Google has started rolling out in over 100 countries including Brazil, Indonesia, India, and Nigeria. The new functionality lets the browser save stuff like news articles when you're online so that they can be made available for offline viewing. Before now, Google Chrome downloads only downloaded news article titles and small thumbnail images whenever one opens a new tab page in the browser. Now, the browser downloads entire articles to the local device. In a blog post, Google explains that the type of articles that will be displayed on its browser depends on whether you are signed in to Chrome or not. If you are not signed in, Chrome will automatically download relevant articles based on what is popular in your region, but if you are signed in, you get recommended articles based on your browsing history. Moreo

Google recently updated its data-saving app Datally. The latest update makes it possible for Android users to limit how much data their friends and family can use when they borrow their phone. Datally is a very useful app which Google claims can help cut back on your data usage by up to 30%. This is ideal for Android users in areas where mobile connection is poor and expensive. Apart from limiting how much data is being used by your family and friends, the latest update also comes with several new features. Among them is a feature that sets daily usage limits. With this you can apportion your data throughout the month so that it's properly managed and not wasted. There’s also a new tool for showing nearby Wi-Fi networks that can serve as an alternative way for you to get online. And there's another feature that highlights any installed apps that are draining your data even though you don't use them. Very soon Google will be adding warnings to help you know when it's

For almost everyone, young and old, WhatsApp is their favorite messaging tool for communicating with their friends and family. With it, they text, send and receive photos and videos, make voice and video calls etc. Most of the data stored in the WhatsApp can be very valuable to us. So in order not to lose them, when the phone gets stolen or lost or when you decide to change it, you will want to have the data backed up first. After this is done you will then want to restore all the backed-up messages and media to new smartphone you will want to use regularly. How will you do it? Read   also:   How to Easily Backup WhatsApp Data on your Android Device  Below are the steps you need to take to restore the WhatsApp data. Step 1: First, download and install the latest version of WhatsApp Messenger. If WhatsApp is already in the new phone, delete it and install a fresh one. Step 2: After the installation, grant WhatsApp permission to access your phone's contacts, phot

WhatsApp is arguably the most popular messaging app on smartphones today. Almost everyone, young to the old, use it to communicate with their family and friends. With it, we text, send and receive photos and videos, make voice and video calls etc. In fact, we can't do away with the app. But what if your smartphone unexpectedly gets lost or stolen, or you decide to change it? You can bet that all your WhatsApp data will be lost if you haven't back it up. To prevent this from happening, you’ll need to follow the steps below for backing up your WhatsApp data. Step 1: Go to WhatsApp and tap on the three vertical dots icon at the top right corner of the screen, near the search option, and select Settings . Step 2: In the Settings , tap on Chats and then select Chat backup . Here, you will be allowed to backup your chat on Google Drive. But first you need to edit the Google Drive settings according to your needs. Step 3 : Tap on the Backup to Google Drive . Here you choose w

TECNO Mobile is continuing to prove itself as the leading smartphone brand in the African mobile market with its latest launch of the TECNO Spark 2 smartphone. Due to the success of the TECNO Spark series and the high demand by users, TECNO Mobile unveiled the TECNO Spark 2. The launch event was held at the Sheraton Hotel, Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, Ikeja, Lagos. The new TECNO device combines top-notched hardware features with great software service from the Google Android Go™ edition. In introducing the handset, the Brand Manager of TECNO Mobile, Luke Pan, has this to say: ‘We at TECNO Mobile are proud to say that, this is another great smartphone; this device is designed for productivity and style. It is not just another camera phone, but one that any smartphone lover with the desire to have an all-in-one tool, should have.’ The TECNO SPARK 2 boasts a 6-inch full HD screen display for viewing clear pictures and videos perfectly, squeezed into a small shell of 5.7mm that makes th

A lot of Android phones have been released this year and we are still expecting more to arrive. One brand whose devices we're looking forward to is Motorola. Ever since Lenovo took over, Motorola has been churning out a lot of different phones each year. This year will be no different. Though the company has already released a number of handsets, more are expected to arrive soon before the year ends. Based on the tons of leaks and rumors, we're sharing the list of upcoming handsets from Motorola in 2018. Motorola One Power This is the odd one in the list, for it's quite different from the rest of Motorola's 2018 handsets. The phone's overall design language is unlike the other Moto phones. It will come with a 6.2-inch FHD+ display, powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 SoC, and supported by 4G ram and 64GB internal storage. There is also expected to be a vertical dual cameras on the back with a 12MP and 5MP camera configuration with 8MP camera on the front, along

It seems that popular photo/video-sharing app, Instagram, has been experiencing crashes. Several Android users have reported that the Instagram app refuses to start on their handsets. But some claim that updating to the beta version made the app work again. It looks like this issue with Instagram is only affecting Android phones for iOS users do not seem to have a problem with the app. If you are having problems with your app, it will be advisable that you switch to the mobile website. Fortunately, the mobile website supports image uploads, so you can do more than use it to just browse.

Posted by Chris Iteh  Hi, we will be considering 9Mobile (formerly Etisalat) data plans for this month.  9Mobile has one of the most stable network connection in the country. Their internet connection can be even better than the mighty MTN. So if you want to enjoy fast network connection, then I suggest that you consider carefully this article on 9mobile data plans for June.  Though this article is specifically meant for all Android device users, people with laptops, modems, and iPads and iPhones could also benefit from it. In fact, the plans below can support any mobile device - whether 3G, 4G LTE or even the old-fashioned 2G phones. 9MOBILE DATA PLANS Daily Bundles These are quickie plans, not for heavy internet users. They are meant for those who merely want to check the web for just a few minutes. So you should not use it for heavy downloads or video streaming as the data can quickly expire. I suggest that you use a mini web browser like Opera mini or UC

This post will show you the most basic things you need to know about Glo Infinito tariff plan and how you can easily migrate to it. What is Glo Infinito Glo Infinito is a unique and simple prepaid tariff plan with no hidden charges, no rental payments and no conditions attached. There is no daily rental or access fee. Under the Infinito plan, you can call ANY network in Nigeria at a Flat Calling rate of 22K/s from 1st to the last second of your call. Also you can call 10 frequently called family, friends and associates at 11k/s once you register such numbers. This plan is open to all new and existing prepaid customers on Glo network. What are the rates of Glo Infinito tariff plan The following are the calls and SMS rates you get when you migrate to Glo Infinito tariff plan. . Onnet call rate:22K/s . Family and friends rate:11K/s to 10 Glo numbers . Offnet call rate: 22K/s . On-net SMS: N4/SMS . Off-net SMS: N4/SMS . International: N35/SMS How to migrate to Glo Infi

Posted by Chris Iteh MTN is no doubt Nigeria's biggest telecom network and the one with the widest coverage in the country. So it shouldn't come as a surprise that their tagline is “Everywhere You Go”. Since MTN network has the widest coverage, you probably would want to use their network more often, and that would involve knowing MTN data plans. In this post, I'll be sharing with you all of MTN data plans for June 2018 that works for all Android devices. The plans can also work on other devices, such as laptops, modems, Apple iOS devices (iPhone and ipads) and even PSP consoles. Daily Plans These are plans are for those who just want to get things done immediately and move on. It last just 24 hours so it isn’t meant for heavy internet users. 50MB for N100 – Valid for 24 Hrs – Dial *104# or Text "104" to 131 150MB for N200 – Valid for 24 Hrs – Dial *113# or Text "113" to 131 Weekly Plans The weekly plan last for 7 days and it’s

Posted by Chris Iteh Glo is one of the most used networks in the country. The self-styled "Grandmaster of Data Plans" has not made any notable changes to its data plan but we will be going through Glo data plans for this month. So without wasting time, let's consider the 2018 Glo Data Plans for June below. The article also contains all the plans' subscriptions and codes. GLO DATA PLANS Glo data bundles range from daily, weekly, monthly and Flexi plans to Blackberry Plans including plans for Blackberry 10 devices. The plans works perfectly well on all devices including Android smartphones, Apple iPads and iPhones, internet modems, PSP and laptops. Please note that New Customers would get the bonus data Volume as a bonus. All Existing Customers would also enjoy this bonus, provided they subscribe to a new plan within 3 days after their data is finished. Otherwise, they will only receive the usual data volume without the bonus when they do eventua

Posted by Chris Iteh Airtel Nigeria is currently one of the biggest telecom service provider and company in Nigeria. Not only is Airtel Internet connection fast, but their data plans are very affordable and flexible for various lifestyle. it is little wonder that in some quarters they are considered one of the best network providers in the country. Airtel provides complete Internet packages and data bundles that are suitable for Light users, Middle users and Heavy users. Before subscribing, you should take a moment to go through this article and checkout the best internet packages that will suit your lifestyle this month. So in order not to waste your time, let's consider Airtel's data plans for June.  Airtel Data Plan for Android Phones The Airtel internet bundles range from Daily, Weekly, Monthly and Yearly data plans. They are suitable for all android devices, including smartphones and tablets, laptops/desktop PC and internet modem, and even blackberry devices.  NO CO

Next week, Lenovo will be breaking a growing trend in the Android industry when it shows off its first all-screen smartphone, the Lenovo Z5. The device will be unveiled on Tuesday, June 5 in China. Based on the teasers that was shown earlier last month, the smartphone does not have a chin, boasting an impressive 95% screen-to-body ratio. And it offers minimized bezels on every size of the display. Apart from this, there's very little we know about the handset until next week when it is unveiled. And there is no word of when we will see an international launch, but we can expect it to be soon.