Do you remember when having a great website was enough? Now, people are getting answers from Siri, Google search snippets, and mobile apps, not just our websites. Forward-thinking organizations have adopted an omnichannel content strategy, whose mission is to reach audiences across multiple digital channels and platforms. But how do you set up a content management system (CMS) to reach your audience now and in the future? I learned the hard way that creating a content model—a definition of content types, attributes, and relationships that let people and systems understand content—with my more familiar design-system thinking would capsize my customer’s omnichannel content strategy. You can avoid that outcome by creating content models that are semantic and that also connect related content…
Antiracist economist Kim Crayton says that “intention without strategy is chaos.” We’ve discussed how our biases, assumptions, and inattention toward marginalized and vulnerable groups lead to dangerous and unethical tech—but what, specifically, do we need to do to fix it? The intention to make our tech safer is not enough; we need a strategy. This chapter will equip you with that plan of action. It covers how to integrate safety principles into your design work in order to create tech that’s safe, how to convince your stakeholders that this work is necessary, and how to respond to the critique that what we actually need is more diversity. (Spoiler: we do, but diversity alone is not the antidote to fixing unethical, unsafe tech.) The process for inclusive safety When you are designing for…
In the 1950s, many in the elite running community had begun to believe it wasn’t possible to run a mile in less than four minutes. Runners had been attempting it since the late 19th century and were beginning to draw the conclusion that the human body simply wasn’t built for the task. But on May 6, 1956, Roger Bannister took everyone by surprise. It was a cold, wet day in Oxford, England—conditions no one expected to lend themselves to record-setting—and yet Bannister did just that, running a mile in 3:59.4 and becoming the first person in the record books to run a mile in under four minutes. This shift in the benchmark had profound effects; the world now knew that the four-minute mile was possible. Bannister’s record lasted only forty-six days, when it was snatched away by Australian r…
We’ve been having conversations for thousands of years. Whether to convey information, conduct transactions, or simply to check in on one another, people have yammered away, chattering and gesticulating, through spoken conversation for countless generations. Only in the last few millennia have we begun to commit our conversations to writing, and only in the last few decades have we begun to outsource them to the computer, a machine that shows much more affinity for written correspondence than for the slangy vagaries of spoken language. Computers have trouble because between spoken and written language, speech is more primordial. To have successful conversations with us, machines must grapple with the messiness of human speech: the disfluencies and pauses, the gestures and body language, a…
I’m not sure when I first heard this quote, but it’s something that has stayed with me over the years. How do you create services for situations you can’t imagine? Or design products that work on devices yet to be invented? Flash, Photoshop, and responsive design When I first started designing websites, my go-to software was Photoshop. I created a 960px canvas and set about creating a layout that I would later drop content in. The development phase was about attaining pixel-perfect accuracy using fixed widths, fixed heights, and absolute positioning. Ethan Marcotte’s talk at An Event Apart and subsequent article “Responsive Web Design” in A List Apart in 2010 changed all this. I was sold on responsive design as soon as I heard about it, but I was also terrified. The pixel-perfect designs…
“Any comment?” is probably one of the worst ways to ask for feedback. It’s vague and open ended, and it doesn’t provide any indication of what we’re looking for. Getting good feedback starts earlier than we might expect: it starts with the request. It might seem counterintuitive to start the process of receiving feedback with a question, but that makes sense if we realize that getting feedback can be thought of as a form of design research. In the same way that we wouldn’t do any research without the right questions to get the insights that we need, the best way to ask for feedback is also to craft sharp questions. Design critique is not a one-shot process. Sure, any good feedback workflow continues until the project is finished, but this is particularly true for design because design wo…
Feedback, in whichever form it takes, and whatever it may be called, is one of the most effective soft skills that we have at our disposal to collaboratively get our designs to a better place while growing our own skills and perspectives. Feedback is also one of the most underestimated tools, and often by assuming that we’re already good at it, we settle, forgetting that it’s a skill that can be trained, grown, and improved. Poor feedback can create confusion in projects, bring down morale, and affect trust and team collaboration over the long term. Quality feedback can be a transformative force. Practicing our skills is surely a good way to improve, but the learning gets even faster when it’s paired with a good foundation that channels and focuses the practice. What are some foundationa…
Are you like me, reading about people fading away as they burn out, and feeling unable to relate? Do you feel like your feelings are invisible to the world because you’re experiencing burnout differently? When burnout starts to push down on us, our core comes through more. Beautiful, peaceful souls get quieter and fade into that distant and distracted burnout we’ve all read about. But some of us, those with fires always burning on the edges of our core, get hotter. In my heart I am fire. When I face burnout I double down, triple down, burning hotter and hotter to try to best the challenge. I don’t fade—I am engulfed in a zealous burnout. So what on earth is a zealous burnout? Imagine a woman determined to do it all. She has two amazing children whom she, along with her husband who is als…
This Person Does Not Exist is a website that generates human faces with a machine learning algorithm. It takes real portraits and recombines them into fake human faces. We recently scrolled past a LinkedIn post stating that this website could be useful “if you are developing a persona and looking for a photo.” We agree: the computer-generated faces could be a great match for personas—but not for the reason you might think. Ironically, the website highlights the core issue of this very common design method: the person(a) does not exist. Like the pictures, personas are artificially made. Information is taken out of natural context and recombined into an isolated snapshot that’s detached from reality. But strangely enough, designers use personas to inspire their design for the real world. …
Beyond the severe toll of the coronavirus pandemic, perhaps no other disruption has transformed user experiences quite like how the tethers to our formerly web-biased era of content have frayed. We’re transitioning to a new world of remote work and digital content. We’re also experimenting with unprecedented content channels that, not too long ago, elicited chuckles at the watercooler, like voice interfaces, digital signage, augmented reality, and virtual reality. Many factors are responsible. Perhaps it’s because we yearn for immersive spaces that temporarily resurrect the Before Times, or maybe it’s due to the boredom and tedium of our now-cemented stuck-at-home routines. But aural user experiences slinging voice content, and immersive user experiences unlocking new forms of interacting…
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Double acquisition strengthens footprint in South Africa market and adds market-leading skills to Connect’s global offering
By Hardeep Sound, Regional Sales Director for East Africa at SAP
Paratus will build a new gateway for telecommunications provider OneWeb in Luanda, Angola, that will provide low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite services to several countries in the region.
Loan applicants are worried their personal data is being shared or sold behind the scenes, without consent
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By Brendan Maccarron, Palo Alto Networks Channel Manager at Westcon-Comstor Sub-Saharan Africa
Andela, a global engineering talent outsourcing company launched in Nigeria in 2014 has secured a $200-million investment during a Series E funding round led by SoftBank Vision Fund 2, the venture capital arm of Japanese mega-corp SoftBank. This latest funding round brings Andela’s total valuation to $1.5-billion, officially making it Africa’s fifth unicorn startup. According […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has officially launched its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) website for the eNaira. Last month, the CBN announced that it was working with Barbados-based fintech firm Bitt Inc as a technical partner to launch the West African country’s own digital coin. The eNaira is set to launch in October. […]
Cryptocurrency buying and selling platform Luno has conducted a survey of over 1000 of its customers in South Africa in August 2021, along with customers in the UK, Malaysia and Indonesia. Luno found that 82% of South Africans who hold cryptocurrency on its platform expect the bitcoin price to rise significantly, some believe as high […]
The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) says that it has less than three (3) days blood stock currently on hand as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on hospitals has stretched blood supplies in the country. SANBS has also been experiencing poor collection due to, among other challenges, low donor turnout to mobile blood […]
Ukheshe Technologies, a leading fintech enablement partner, has announced a new partnership with Chipper, one of Africa’s most valuable startups and the purveyor of the Chipper Cash app, to enhance and accelerate the rollout of Chipper’s digital payment offerings. Chipper’s new planned offerings through Ukheshe include free and unlimited P2P payments across South Africa, value-added […]
Fortinet, a global leader in broad, integrated, and automated cybersecurity solutions, today unveiled the 2021 Global State of Ransomware Report. The survey reveals most organizations are more concerned about ransomware than other cyber threats, it also reveals that ransomware grew 1070% year over year from 2020. “According to a recent FortiGuard Labs Global Threat Landscape […]
Amazon has revealed a new camera-equipped home robot that can patrol homes and investigate activity on your orders in a move that the billion-dollar tech giant is calling “a breakthrough for security and convenience.” The “Astro” robot as Amazon calls it is roughly 60cm tall and weighs around 9kgs. The motorised device can map out […]
Last week, South Africa’s Central Energy Fund (CEF) published its mid-month report showing that petrol prices in the country were set for a small decline in October to the brief relief of motorists who have been dealing with some of the highest fuel prices in SA’s history. However, the CEF stressed that the data was […]
In the field of enterprise IT, artificial intelligence (AI) is a buzzword that we’ve seen used time and again over the past few years, with the promise of making every part of a business better. What does this mean specifically for data storage? This is the question posed in a recent Tintri blog, which clarifies […]
Over and above leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cloud services; it has been widely acknowledged that the key building block for true digital transformation is the need for businesses to become data-driven. Of course, this is a uniquely challenging task for almost every business. Dealing with the Data Challenge At the core of any data […]
In collaboration for a report detailing the societal benefits of Artificial Intelligence in South Africa, the Boston Consulting Group, Microsoft South Africa including Wits... The post Groundbreaking report shows how SA is poised to reap benefits of AI appeared first on Memeburn.
Once upon a time, there was a plane of the future known as the Concorde which was the first and the last commercial supersonic... The post Inside the Concorde, secrets untold, the future in history appeared first on Memeburn.
The video conferencing space is indeed thriving due to its rapid adoption of other technologies which include the use of AI alongside other enhancements.... The post How video conferencing market will coin R400 billion appeared first on Memeburn.
Meta’s presumed Twitter competition Threads is now available as a web desktop version. On July 6, Meta introduced Threads, the social commentary app that... The post Threads has a web, desktop version, is it giving? appeared first on Memeburn.
Large Language Model ChatGPT has received an upgrade in the form of voice and image capabilities. OpenAI confirms that the language model offers a... The post The ChatGPT update, new voice and image capabilities appeared first on Memeburn.
Music streaming platform Spotify has introduced a new feature that will most likely have groups jamming together come Christmas. The streaming service announces a... The post Spotify introduces Jam, the group listening feature appeared first on Memeburn.
HONOR’s launch of the HONOR 90 Series introduces an enchanting array of smart, AI-intelligent devices that come boasting a vibe ready to be shared... The post Creativity empowered, Honor 90 Lite appeared first on Memeburn.
The WhatsApp cut-off countdown Social messaging app WhatsApp will be breaking up with a few old devices come this time next month. Come October... The post WhatsApp support countdown, old phones will be left behind next month appeared first on Memeburn.
While technology has the potential to amplify culture in positive ways, it also raises challenges, including issues of cultural appropriation, misinformation, and digital divides.... The post Tech60 seconds: Connecting cultures, how tech amplifies cultural heritage appeared first on Memeburn.
Apple recently launched its latest software update iOS 17 promising easier contact-sharing prowess, new stickers, Siri command updates along other enticing features. The update... The post iOS17 challenges, battery drainage and others, what to expect appeared first on Memeburn.
Smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives, and choosing the right device to meet your lifestyle need is more critical than ever. For picture lovers, a smartphone’s camera capabilities hold a special place in our hearts. They allow us to capture life’s most precious moments, express our creativity, and share our stories. With […] The post Infinix ZERO 30 5G, OPPO Reno 9 5G, VIVO V27, and Redmi NOTE 12 Pro: A Review appeared first on NaijaTechGuide.
Infinix, the renowned smartphone brand, has once again asserted its dominance in the mobile gaming industry by winning the prestigious Excellence in Mobile Gaming award, and Customer-Centric Brand of the Year award at the 2023 Marketing Edge Awards held on Saturday, September 16th, 2023. This recognition underscores Infinix’s unwavering commitment to enhancing the mobile gaming […] The post Marketing Edge Rewards Infinix With Excellence In Mobile Gaming Awards appeared first on NaijaTechGuide.
The countdown to the most anticipated tech event of the year has begun! On November 11, 2023, the Africa Startup Festival will take center stage in Lagos, Nigeria, to celebrate innovation and entrepreneurship across the continent. This is an annual event that will bring together innovators, investors, tech enthusiasts, and companies from all around Africa […] The post Igniting Innovation at the Africa Startup Festival 2023 appeared first on NaijaTechGuide.
Huawei Mate 60 Pro Plus is the flagship model of the recently launched Mate 60 line consisting of Huawei Mate 60, the Mate 60 Pro, and the Mate 60 Pro+. The premium model Mate 60 Pro+ is equipped with impressive features including a 6.82-inch LTPO OLED, two 48MP camera, a 40MP ultrawide camera and 3D […] The post Huawei Mate 60 Pro Plus Specs, Price, and Best Deals appeared first on NaijaTechGuide.
Tecno Camon 20 Pro 5G Mr. Doodle Edition is the world-first graffiti-art style back cover designed in collaboration with the graffiti artist Mr Doodle. The doodle design is available on the Camon 20 Pro 4G, the Camon 20 Pro 5G, and the Camon 20 Premier Edition. In regards to specs, this 5G model is similar […] The post Tecno Camon 20 Pro 5G Mr. Doodle Edition Specs, Price, and Best Deals appeared first on NaijaTechGuide.
At first glance, the Tecno Camon 20 Pro Mr. Doodle Edition may seem like the regular Camon 20 Pro series, but it’s far from ordinary. While the build remains faithful to the regular model, it’s the back panel that tells a different story. Covered in Mr. Doodle’s signature black and white doodles, this edition stands […] The post Tecno Camon 20 Pro Mr. Doodle Edition Specs, Price, and Best Deals appeared first on NaijaTechGuide.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is a Ultimate powerful flagship model of the newly released iPhone 15 series consisting of the vanilla iPhone 15, the iPhone 15 Plus, the iPhone 15 Pro and the rank breaker iPhone 15 Pro Max. This device deliver upgraded features, including a compact titanium design, an enhanced camera system with […] The post iPhone 15 Pro Max Specs, Price, and Best Deals appeared first on NaijaTechGuide.
The iPhone 15 Pro series is the most advanced iPhone that Apple has ever made. It features a new and durable design with aerospace-grade titanium body, a powerful A17 Bionic chip, and a pro-grade camera system with three lenses: a 48MP main camera, a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 12MP telephoto camera with 3x optical […] The post iPhone 15 Pro Specs, Price, and Best Deals appeared first on NaijaTechGuide.
iPhone 15 Plus is the larger of the two standard iPhone 15 models, apart from the more premium Pro models consisting of the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. The Plus model comes with a 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display, a new and durable design with a contoured edge and color-infused back glass, […] The post iPhone 15 Plus Specs, Price, and Best Deals appeared first on NaijaTechGuide.
Apple has unveils its latest iPhone series consisting of the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, the iPhone 15 Plus, and iPhone 15 Pro Max. The iPhone 15 which is the regular model now has a 6.1-inch display and a 48-megapixel main camera instead of the 12MP on its predecessors. It also features USB-C instead of […] The post iPhone 15 Specs, Price, and Best Deals appeared first on NaijaTechGuide.
86 percent of Nigeria’s vast population of over 200 million people currently lack access to electricity. Even 5.96 million of those who do have electricity are overcharged by the country’s electricity distribution companies, according to the Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS). Amidst this energy challenge, BLUETTI, a leading clean energy storage company, offers effective solutions […]
With an innovative form factor enhanced by new Flex Hinge for a balanced design, and pro-grade camera capabilities with unique FlexCam, Galaxy Z series delivers unrivalled foldable experiences Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced its fifth generation of Galaxy foldables: Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5. The form factors offer unique experiences for every […]
Samsung, Nigeria’s consumer electronics brand, announced the launch of Galaxy A14 5G. This latest addition to the popular Galaxy A series is aimed at offering a complete package of the latest Galaxy innovations at an affordable price, making awesome technology accessible to everyone, especially to Airtel Nigeria customers. The device was unveiled on Monday, June […]
Father’s Day is an exceptional occasion that allows us to express our deepest gratitude and love for the remarkable men who have played an influential role in our lives. It’s a day dedicated to honoring fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers, and all father figures who have guided us, protected us, and shown us unconditional love. While there […]
Apple giftcards and iTunes giftcards are both prepaid cards that can be used to purchase products and services from Apple. However, there are some key differences between the two cards. In this article, we would be explaining what Apple and iTunes giftcards are as well as how and where to sell the giftcards for Naira […]
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently taken notice of the activities of Binance Nigeria Limited, an online platform that has allegedly been soliciting the Nigerian public to engage in crypto asset trading through its web and mobile-enabled platforms. In light of their findings, the SEC has issued a warning on their website, that […]
Are you looking for a buzz, news media wordpress theme you can use to to create a visually stunning, engaging, and viral website? Look no further! Bimber Theme is the ultimate solution for transforming your WordPress website into a viral magazine and news media powerhouse. Bimber Theme is not just your average WordPress theme; it’s […]
In this blog post, I want to share with you, how to download ChatGPT app by OpenAI; features and it’s benefits. Whether you’re seeking assistance with writing, looking for the right words to capture attention, or simply want to communicate your thoughts effectively, the OpenAI ChatGPT app will transform the way you communicate. With the […]
Over the years, technological advancements have transformed how we live, work, and play. Among the many innovations that have emerged, smart accessories have become increasingly popular, enhancing the functionality and convenience of our electronic devices. In Africa, oraimo has established itself as a leading smart accessory brand dedicated to producing innovative, high-quality products. That is […]
Before now, openai chatgpt app was not available for download for android and iOS devices in the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Users were only making use of openai chatgpt on mobile and pc via the webpage : https://chat.openai.com But going forward, iPhones and iPads users can now download openai chatpgt app for […]
oAfrica remains on hold as of January 2018.
oAfrica remains on hold as of January 2018.
Cameroon’s government shut down internet access in Northwest and Southwest Anglophone regions of Cameroon 74 days ago (and counting). There is no sign of the blackout being lifted by the government and the telecom operators remain in compliance with the order. We recently heard from digital consultant Marc Stephan Nkouly, located ...
Cameroon’s government shut down internet access in Northwest and Southwest Anglophone regions of Cameroon 74 days ago (and counting). There is no sign of the blackout being lifted by the government and the telecom operators remain in compliance with the order. We recently heard from digital consultant Marc Stephan Nkouly, located ...
A recap of national ICT headlines for the end of 2015 and start of 2016.
A recap of national ICT headlines for the end of 2015 and start of 2016.
A recap of national ICT headlines for the end of 2015 and start of 2016.
A recap of national ICT headlines for the end of 2015 and start of 2016.
A recap of national ICT headlines for the end of 2015 and start of 2016.
A recap of national ICT headlines for the end of 2015 and start of 2016.
Ford has confirmed that the crossover SUV, the Puma, is making its way to South Africa in 2023 – with a starting price of R570,000 attached. It’s most likely going to replace Ford’s EcoSport in the market, which has now been discontinued. If you’ve been to Europe before, you’ve probably seen one of these rolling [...]
Mobile contracts are a pain. Especially when you’re forced to choose between Vodacom, MTN, Cell C, or Telkom. That’s why MTN, the country’s speediest mobile network operator (overall), is doing away with them. Not entirely of course, but in the case of its new product, SuperFlex, you won’t be getting any carpal tunnel syndrome from [...]
Ashamed of your likes on X? No longer If you’re a subscriber to X Premium, previously known as Twitter Blue, the platform has introduced yet another change – giving those users the ability to hide their likes tab from the public. X confirmed the new ‘feature’ through a post on… X. Turning on the feature [...]
The HONOR 90 5G is a mid-range powerhouse that brings significant improvements to its display, camera, and battery. Its camera array includes a 200MP main camera, a 12MP ultra-wide lens, and a macro camera that gives you a 112° field of view. Its 2MP depth camera is used for recreating stylish bokeh effects, while the [...]
There are alien minds among us. Not the little green men of science fiction, but the alien minds that power the facial recognition in your smartphone, determine your creditworthiness and write poetry and computer code. These alien minds are artificial intelligence systems, the ghost in the machine that you encounter daily. But AI systems have a significant limitation: Many of [...]
Buying with credit is becoming an increasingly popular model in South Africa. So much so, that we’re just kicking our feet up and waiting for the recession to roll in. You can speed up that process using Pick n Pay’s newly adopted credit system dubbed ‘PayJustNow’. It’ll allow customers to purchase “high-ticket” (and non-food) items [...]
Apple’s never been the gaming type. Sure, the Apple Pippin might have found its way into some homes, but other than that… no. The big fruit company’s always stuck to what it does best, which rarely includes gaming outside of Clash of Clans on the App Store. One of the big talking points from Apple’s Wonderlust [...]
Intel unveils Thunderbolt 5, with some wacky speeds Intel has announced the next evolution of the Thunderbolt standard, Thunderbolt 5, which promises speeds of up to 120Gbps. For reference, the company’s current-gen Thunderbolt 4 caps out at 40Gbps. If you don’t know what any of that meant: new cable good. Despite the recent announcement showing [...]