Smartphone market kicks off 2024 with 20 million unit increase in global shipments
Post AMUGE
May 14, 2024
Business a.m. The first quarter of 2024 witnessed an unprecedented surge in global smartphone shipments, signaling the enduring relevance and adaptability of these portable devices. According to Stocklytics.com, worldwide smartphone shipments soared by e 20 million units year-over-year, hitting a total of 289.4 million units in Q1 2024. The significant growth was largely attributed to […]
Tecno, Infinix,Samsung lead the Nigerian smartphone market in 2023
Onome AmugeDecember 7, 2023
Apple,Samsung maintain dominance in global market Onome Amuge The affordability and accessibility of smartphones have never been better in Nigeria, as the mobile landscape is shifting rapidly. The availability of dozens of smartphone brands, including Chinese manufacturers that offer affordable options, has made it easier than ever for consumers to purchase a smartphone, […]
Smartphone giant TECNO Mobile launches Spark 7P for Gen Z with exciting features
Wale AmeenApril 20, 2021
The TECNO Spark 7p comes equipped with 16MP AI Triple Camera To be available soon at retail stores Wale Ameen Online Editor Global mobile brand, Tecno mobile has just unveiled another innovative smartphone model off it’s Spark series. Parked with dynamic 16MP AI Triple Camera and new Helio G70 chipset, the company prides in the […]
Apple reportedly scraps iPhone 9 launch event amid coronavirus pandemic
Businessam StaffMarch 12, 2020
Apple reportedly has canceled an event to launch the latest iPhone amid growing fears about the coronavirus. The splashy reveal of a new, lower-priced version of the iPhone — possibly to be called the iPhone 9 or iPhone SE2 — had been slated for March 31, but was called off in part to reduce risk […]
Security concerns and SIM management controversy
Omobayo AzeezFebruary 25, 2020
There have been serious concerns around the issue of national security and management of telephone lines in Nigeria, a development that has triggered moves for policy change even as concerns mount over possible consequences of such moves. OMOBAYO AZEEZ writes. The core mandate of a government should transcend provision of economic resources for the prosperity […]
SON destroys N480m worth of fake telephone accessories
Omobayo AzeezFebruary 5, 2020
By Omobayo Azeez The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) says it has destroyed telephone accessories valued at over N480 million seized from a commercial warehouse in Lagos. Disclosing this to newsmen in Lagos on Tuesday, Obiaro Manafa, SON’s director inspectorate, compliance directorate, ICD, said the items, confiscated in October, 2019, were destroyed after being subjected […]
Huawei to reward staff with $286 million for helping it ride out US curbs
Businessam StaffNovember 12, 2019
Huawei Technologies is preparing a reward of up ton 2 billion yuan ($286 million) in cash for staff working to help it weather a U.S. trade blacklisting. The world’s largest telecoms equipment provider has said it has been trying to find alternatives to U.S. hardware after the United States all but banned it in May […]
Smartphones, accessories markets impressive as laptop, desktop remain sluggish
Justice OkamgbaSeptember 24, 2018
Sale of smartphones and accessories at the computer village market, Lagos, for the week ended 22 September recorded impressive returns, while laptops and desktops market continue to remain flat. According to market dealers who spoke to business a.m., sales volume on accessories such as headset, Bluetooth speakers, chargers, and pouch were huge. Similarly, smartphones such as iPhones […]
Airtel offers double data on Infinix, Tecno & Itel smartphones
Justice OkamgbaSeptember 11, 2018
Airtel Nigeria, the India controlled mobile phone operator, has entered into a strategic partnership with original equipment manufacturers (OEM), Infinix, Tecno and itel smartphones brand that would enable customers purchasing a new Infinix, Tecno or itel smartphone to enjoy the exclusive Airtel ‘Double Data Offer’ for a six-month period. The Airtel ‘Double Data Offer’ allows […]
Samsung Electronics unveils Galaxy Note 9 in Lagos
Justice OkamgbaAugust 31, 2018
World leading smartphone maker, Samsung Electronics Friday unveiled the Galaxy Note 9, a Bluetooth enabled S Pen device in Lagos. The premium device, which is Samsung’s newest flagship smartphone is packed with hefty 4,000mAh battery that would last at least for 24 hours irrespective of how it’s been used, is now available for immediate purchase […]