Technology
GSM: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G: HSDPA 900 /1900/ 2100
4G: NA
SIM Type: Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual standby)
OS: Android 5.1 Lollipop (Amigo 3.1 UI)

Design
Dimensions: 143.5 x 71 x 9.6 mm
Weight: NA
Display: 5.0-inch, 720 x 1280 pixels (294 PPI), IPS LCD Capacitive touchscreen

Hardware
Processor Type: Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
Processor Name: MediaTek MT6580
Graphics Processor: Mali-400
RAM: 2 GB
Internal Storage: 16 GB
External Storage: microSD, up to 128 GB


Camera
Rear: 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
Video recording: Yes
Front-facing: 5 MP

Multimedia
Music Support: AAC, AMR, MP2, MP3, M4A, MKA,
Loudspeaker: Yes
Video Support: MP4/MPEG4/H.263/H.264 player
FM Radio: Yes

Connectivity
Bluetooth: v4.0
WiFi: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
GPS: Yes
USB: microUSB v2.0, USB on-the-go

This a great relieve for MTN users who find it stressful to queue in MTN registration outlet just to update their MTN Sim. MTN subscribers can now use their Bank Verification Number (BVN) to update their MTN Sim at your own convenience time and comfort.

How To Update Your MTN Sim With BVN Number
To make this work, all you have to do is text BVN, BVN Number, Mother’s maiden name (like the one in the image below) to 799.

Technology
GSM: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G: HSDPA 900 /1900/ 2100
4G: LTE
SIM Type: Dual SIM (Micro SIM, dual standby)
OS: MIUI 7.0 Android OS, v5.0.2 (Lollipop)
Design
Dimensions: 150 x 76 x 8.7 mm (5.91 x 2.99 x 0.34 in)
Weight: 164 g (5.78 oz)
Display: 5.5-inch, 1080 x 1920 pixels (403 PPI), IPS LCD Capacitive touchscreen
Sensors: Accelerometer, Proximity, Light and Compass

Hardware
Processor Type: 64 bits Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Processor Name: Mediatek MT6795
Graphics Processor: Helio X10
RAM: 2 GB/ 3 GB
Internal Storage: 16 GB/ 32 GB
External Storage: No

We all wanted cheap and affordable data  for a token in Nigeria, most telecommunication giant has been making all effort to see to that but we cant really wait for it to happen, here is a simple tricks to get Glo 6GB for just N1,500 in Nigeria. Please note that the below trick work well if followed correctly.


Lot of us has been enjoying the Glo 3GB plan for just N1,000 which has been discovered some years ago, Though this method below work with the BBites folks who has been enjoying the Glo BB plan on android, This method will make you benefit more by getting a huge 6GB for only N1,500.

NOTE:

1. Both plans can’t work at the same time. To pause the BlackBerry subscription, switch your APN to glosecure or gloflat.
2. The trick works on devices that support the BlackBerry subscription.

How To Get 6GB On Glo For N1,500
>> Do the normal 3 GB subscription for N1,000 by dialing *777*21# or by texting Comonth to 777.
>> Activate the Glo weekend plan of N500 for 3GB by dialing *777# and then following the prompt.
That’s all you need. Enjoy!

The new Elephone M3 has been making wave for some time now, Despite the fact that the rear camera is 21 megapixel which is a bit higher compare to some of the latest phone now, and also 8 MP front facing camera, but the 2 GB RAM/3 GB RAM is super good for multitasking and Games, also it has 16 GB/32 GB Internal memory. But one thing is certain the phone major selling point is the huge 3000 mAh battery and the 21 MP Rear Camera. Below are the Specification and price of Elephone M3:

Technology
GSM: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G: HSDPA 900 /1900/ 2100
4G: LTE
SIM Type: Dual SIM (Micro SIM, dual standby)
OS: Android 5.1 Lollipop (upgradeable to 6.0)

Design
Dimensions: 149.9 x 9.74 x 7.7 mm
Weight:
Display: 5.5-inch, 1080 x 1920 pixels (401 PPI), IPS LCD Capacitive touchscreen
Sensors: Accelerometer, Proximity, Light and Compass

Hardware
Processor Type: 64 bits Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Processor Name: Mediatek MT6755
Graphics Processor: Mali-T860
RAM: 2 GB/3 GB
Internal Storage: 16 GB/ 32 GB
External Storage: microSD, up to 128 GB

Camera
Rear: 21 MP (Sony IMX 230 sensor)/ 13 MP, autofocus, LED flash
Video recording: 1080p@30fps, HDR
Front-facing: 8 MP

Multimedia
Music Support: AAC, AMR, MP2, MP3, M4A, MKA,
Loudspeaker: Yes
Video Support: MP4/MPEG4/H.263/H.264 player
FM Radio: Yes

Connectivity
Bluetooth: v4.0
WiFi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
GPS: Yes, A-GPS
USB: microUSB v2.0

Miscellaneous
Battery: Li – Po 3000 mAh
Launch Date: January, 2016
Availability: January, 2016
Launch Price: $200

Would you want to flex this Elephone M3 phone?

A 23 years old turkey man named Onur Kopçak has been sentenced to 134 yrs in prison in colaboration with the 199 years in prison he recieved in 2013.

Hacker Gets Sentenced To 334 years in prison

I know lot of you will wonder what is the offence for such judgement ? well, he was was involved in a phishing scam where he created fake websites that impersonated banks in other to steal people’s banking details.

first sentence came after complaints from 43 bank customers, the Turkish law authorities then charged Kopçak with:

1. Identity fraud
2. Website forgery
3. Access device fraud
4. Wire fraud…

The not so surprising thing is that our 26-year-old hacker is not appealing. According to him:

The aimed gain in giving astronomical lengths of prison terms is a mystery. I have never deserved the sentence but I’m not appealing it since I believe that there would be no resolution based on the current laws.” he said, according to Today’s Zaman.

“You saw me only for one time on the video call system and sentenced me to 135 years in prison. If asked, you would not even remember my skin color.”

Please say NO to hacking! Do you think he deserve this or he should be killed?

As we all know more than 80% gamers will love to play with real human instead of computer, there is a wonderful feelings when you play with your fellow human being. most of the games now only allow 2 players at once at most 3 players to compete together including the PES, FIFA etc Games.


But here is a good news for all gamers all around the world, you can now play with upto 7 players. LinusTechTips, a popular YouTuber who created something that will sweep gamers off their feet, but at a price!

For CES 2016, This amazing LinusTechTips partnered with Kingston, CASELABS, and EK Water Blocks to build a $30,000 gaming PC that can accommodate seven Gamers. can you beat that? Though the price is on the high side but some folks wouldn't mind getting it at all cost.

The launch of the most popular subscription-based Internet streaming media service provider in Africa! NetFlix gave us joy, even hearing the name alone makes you happy, now you can stream your favorite Tv shows, movies on Netflix in Nigeria and other Africa Country. The only downside of this is the poor and snail like broadband in Nigeria.

The new Gionee marathon M5 Lite has been making wave for some time now, Despite the fact that the rear camera is 8 megapixel which is a bit low compare to some of the latest phone now, and also 5 MP front facing camera, but the 3GB RAM is super good for multitasking and Games, also it has 32 GB Internal memory. but one thing is certain the phone major selling point is the huge 4000 mAh battery. Below are the Specification and price of Gionee Marathon M5 Lite.

Facebook under fire again for playing on its users intelligence, of recent you will notice a crash when ever you want to login on Facebook, which got you thinking its your phone, No! its not. it's something Facebook did deliberately just to test your loyalty and addiction to Facebook.


The social networking giant has an issue with the almighty Google Inc. which might result in removing Facebook App from the Google PlayStore, despite the fact that Android user rely on playstore, because of this Facebook is trying to come up with alternatives just in case they are removed.

During this test, Facebook has reportedly crashed it’s Android app on some users devices using an internal module available within the app. Unsurprisingly, it was reported that people never stopped coming back to Facebook despite the app crashes. Some users chose to keep trying the app while others decided to open Facebook on their web browser.

According to the report by The Information:

Facebook’s goal is to be ready in case it has an intractable conflict with Google, which operates the Android mobile operating system, over future rules governing how apps can function on Android.

Android  is the #1 OS in the world today, not only because its owned and manage by google, but because of it flexibility, easy to navigate and most of all it beauty! When the Android 4.4.4 Kitkat came we all wanted it, then google releases another updated version Android 5.0 lollipop which most of us are enjoying today.


Of recent Google releases the most amazing android 6.0 named Marshmallow, some of us has been enjoying this new feature, and most of us can't really wait for it to be available on our devices. Just to clear the air, if you don't really know if your devices will get this updates here are the list of most of the device that will get the Android 6.0 Marshmallow. If you didn't see your phone, it means you might not get the updates.

Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+
Samsung Galaxy Note5
Samsung Galaxy S6 edge
Samsung Galaxy S6
Samsung Galaxy Tab S2
Samsung Galaxy Note 4
Samsung Galaxy S5
Samsung Galaxy Alpha
Samsung Galaxy A8
Samsung Galaxy A7
Sony Xperia Z5 Premium
Sony Xperia Z5
Sony Xperia Z5 Compact
Sony Xperia Z3+ / Z4
Sony Xperia C5 Ultra
Sony Xperia C4
Sony Xperia M5
Sony Xperia M4 Aqua
Sony Xperia Z3 / Z3v
Sony Xperia Z3 Compact
Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact
Sony Xperia Z2
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet
Sony Xperia Z Ultra GPE
LG V10
LG G4
LG G Flex2
LG G4 Stylo
LG G3
HTC One M9 Plus
HTC One E9 Plus
HTC One M9
HTC One E9
HTC One ME
HTC Butterfly 3
HTC Desire 826
HTC One (M8)
HTC One (E8)
HTC One (M8 Eye)
HTC Desire 820
HTC Desire 816
Motorola Moto X Pure Edition (3rd gen)
Motorola Moto X Style (3rd gen)
Motorola Moto X Play
Motorola Moto G (3rd gen)
Motorola Moto X Pure edition (2nd gen)
Motorola DROID Turbo
Motorola Moto MAXX
Motorola Moto Turbo
Xiaomi Mi Note 2
Xiaomi Redmi 2
Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime
Xiaomi Mi 4i
Xiaomi Mi 4
Xiaomi Mi Note
Xiaomi Mi Note Pro


Huawei Ascend P8
Huawei Ascend P8max
Huawei Honor 6 Plus
Huawei Honor 7i
Huawei Honor 7
Huawei Mate S
Huawei MediaPad X2
Huawei Ascend G8
Huawei Mate 7
Huawei Honor 6
Huawei Mate 7
Huawei Honor 4X
Huawei Honor 4C
Huawei Ascend G7
Lenovo K3 Note
Lenovo A7000
Lenovo A7000 Plus
Lenovo Vibe S1
Lenovo Vibe P1
Asus Zenfone 2 series
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser
Asus Zenfone 2 Deluxe
Asus Zenfone Selfie
Asus Zenfone Go
Padfone S
OnePlus 2
OnePlus One
Micromax Canvas A1
Karbonn Sparkle V
Spice Dream Uno
Symphony Roar A50
Cherry Mobile One
MyPhone Uno
Mito Impact A10
Nexian JOurney One
BlackBerry
2015

Work load is too much! The Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg set to bring back the glory of iron man, According to a recent post by him, his personal project for 2016 is to bring Jarvis, Iron Man’s digital assistant, to life. Fans of Iron man will know hat JARVIS is, well for those that don't J.A.R.V.I.S. is the name of Stark’s AI system that assists him insuperhero-ing. It stands for “Just a Rather Very Intelligent System.”


Mark Zuckerberg is known for taking tougher challenges that's what makes him who he is today, apart from Facebook M (Facebook’s virtual assistant) rumored to launch this year, Mark wants to have his own AI bot to help him run his life more efficiently.

Below are his exact words

My personal challenge for 2016 is to build a simple AI to run my home and help me with my work. You can think of it kind of like Jarvis in Iron Man.
I’m going to start by exploring what technology is already out there. Then I’ll start teaching it to understand my voice to control everything in our home — music, lights, temperature and so on. I’ll teach it to let friends in by looking at their faces when they ring the doorbell. I’ll teach it to let me know if anything is going on in Max’s room that I need to check on when I’m not with her. On the work side, it’ll help me visualize data in VR to help me build better services and lead my organizations more effectively.

This is cool right? what is your innovative project this year 2016?

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Though this is not new, America Hip Hop Rap artist Kanye West daughter did this same last year, which gives you the impression to safe guard your smartphone, tablets, etc from your children.

The 7-year old Faisall Shugaa who secretly memorized the password on his dad’s iPad then made about 65 transactions worth $5900 while playing Jurassic World.



According to Phonearena:

“The youngster was playing Jurassic World on his dad’s iPad, and paid to have the dinosaurs upgraded using the Dino Bucks currency in the game. He says that he was not aware that he was spending real money.”

His dad Mohamed who own and run a carpet store realized this and angrily place a call to Apple Inc. For they didn't verify if those purchases made in a short time was made by him. He therefor ask Apple for a refunds. these are his words:

“I’m 32 years old, why would Apple think I would be spending thousands of pounds on buying dinosaurs and upgrading a game?,” he said. “Why didn’t they email me to check I knew these payments were being made? I got nothing from them. How much longer would it have gone on for?”

Apple later gave him FULL refunds when they realized he needs the money to buy gift for his children.

Is Apple to be blame here or the father who keep a simple password which can be easily memorized? use the comment box below.

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Hurray!!! TechPill is a Year Old today!  we would like to use this opportunity to wish you happiness and peace. Thank you for being with us and we hope to remain your preferred tech website in the year ahead as well.

If you have made mistakes, there is always another chance for you. You may have a fresh start any moment you choose and the time is now. This year the ground you walk upon shall produce blessings, the sky above you will release favour and breeze around you will blow peace and joy for you.

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