Apple launches TIDAL killer…with Drake

At today’s WWDC, Apple’s fun conference for announcing things, Apple announced the launch of their new streaming service – Apple Music. Now, industry insiders had expected this all along, what we didn’t expect was that they’d launch it with Drake. Yes, the same Drake that’s on all those songs with Jay Z Tears. RT @TheRockwell:... Read More

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May 31, 2015

Apple beats Google, becomes the world’s most valuable brand

The 2015 edition of the Brandz Top 100 by Millward Brand is out and your favorite laptop maker has edged out your favorite search engine. Apple’s value jumped 67% to $247 billion, while Google only increased 9% to $174 billion, according to the so-called BrandZ rankings, which factor in financial performance as well as consumer... Read More

Apple

January 30, 2015

Let’s tell you why smartphone specs need to die

by Muyiwa Matuluko When trying to acquire a new phone, what do you look for first? Good camera? Dependable battery? Sharp display? Or do you, like the average consumer these days, spend the better part of your survey (online or in physical stores) reeling off GSM Arena specsheets you barely understand? Like this Reddit commenter aptly puts it: They... Read More

Apple, iphone, megapixel, phone camera, Samsung, sepcs, smartphone, smartphone sepcs, ultrapixel

December 23, 2014

Resilience in motion – BlackBerry’s tough journey back to profitability

by Oluwapelumi Oyetimein Just less than a year ago, pundits predicted the end of Blackberry and some even went as far as listing it one of the companies that may soon cease to exist and were faced with a takeover by Fairfax Holdings. Fast forward to a year later, Blackberry has changed most of their management... Read More

Apple, bbm, Blackberry, enterprise, Ford, foxconn, Indonesia, qnx

October 30, 2014

We suspected @Apple’s boss was gay all along – 7 reasons why

by Kolapo Olapoju Chief Executive Officer of Apple, Tim Cook, has come out of the closet, to announce to the world that he is gay. But then, it’s been known for years within several circles that Cook was homosexual, and had gay-leanings. While it’s been an open secret all along, the media abstained from reporting... Read More

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October 30, 2014

Tim Cook, @Apple CEO, comes out as gay

by Chidi Okoye “Let me be clear: I’m proud to be gay, and I consider being gay among the greatest gifts God has given me,” he wrote in a column in Bloomberg Businessweek. In his column, the Apple (AAPL, Tech30) chief said that he had tried to maintain “a basic level of privacy.” But he... Read More

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Apple, homosexuality, Tim Cook

October 21, 2014

Money making Africans: D’banj and Akon shoot video for new collaboration

by Kolapo Olapoju The Kokomaster, D’banj has been on the move for most of the year, serving as ambassador for various initiatives, and apparently, he’s been cooking something hot, musically. Barely a week after he was announced as African brand ambassador for Apple’s Beats By Dre, the Nigerian superstar has teemed up with another African... Read More

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October 13, 2014

Here is the list of women Dr. Dre has beaten up (and how)

by Damilola Jagun Hip Hop Mogul, Dr Dre, is popularly known as a legendary music producer and co-founding of Apple’s Beat By Dre, but what many do not know is that; he was once known to lay a hand on several women. According to ‘Medium’s Bryan Crawford, Dr Dre has beaten up not less than 3... Read More

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October 10, 2014

Wow! D’banj becomes African ambassador for Apple/Beats By Dre

by Kolapo Olapoju Nigerian superstar, Dapo Oyebanjo, better known as D’banj, has been announced as the African brand ambasaador for headphones and speakers product line, Apple/Beats By Dre. The news was disemminated through the Twitter handle of ‘Beats By Dre’, welcoming D’banj to the family. “Our boy @iamdbanj in his custom #StudioWireless. Welcome to... Read More

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September 10, 2014

“The iphone is finally at the level of Android again” || Top Twitter reactions to the new Apple device

by Kolapo Olapoju Amidst worldwide anticipation and intense expectation, Apple Inc. launched the new iPhone 6 on Tuesday, 9 September. The new phone costs $900(N155,000), and while many are thrilled with its size and features, others, not so much, as they say it is an imitation of Android phones like Htc, Samsung and Nexus.... Read More

Android, Apple, HTC, iphone6, Nexus, ohpone6 plus, Samsung, Tecno, twitter.

September 4, 2014

Konga iOS app: E-commerce platform release innovative shopping application

by Damilola Jagun Konga.com recently unveiled a shopping app for the iOS platform, marking the latest step by the e-commerce giant to make online shopping convenient and accessible to everyone. Konga customers who use iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices can now shop on the go with ease and discover the hottest deals on hundreds... Read More

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August 18, 2014

You’ve seen i-phone and i-pad! We bet you’ve never seen i-jeans (LOOK)

by Azubuike Azikiwe If you’ve been wondering if ‘Apple’ was ever gonna diversify into fashion, it may have happened already! Sitting in church, trying to listen to the words of the Pastor, as inspired by the good Lord and we’re asked to stand up for prayers. And lo and behold, there came i-jeans. Get your pair... Read More

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August 3, 2014

BOSS: Dr. Dre completes $3 billion deal with Apple, chills with CEO (DETAILS, LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju Two months after signifying its interest in ‘Beats by Dre, Apple has announced that it has finalised its $3 billion acquisition of Beats Electronics and Beats Music. The deal had been sealed for some time, but only just got confirmed on Friday, 1 August, after it received the US government’s seal of approval. The... Read More

.US, acquisition, Apple, beats by dre, Dr Dre, government, Headhpones, Ian Rogers, iphone, Jimmy Iovine, merger, seal of approval, Tim Cook

June 11, 2014

Are you addicted to your smartphone? SEE 5 ways to break free

by Racheal Trotta The value of smartphones is undeniable — they aren’t inherently negative. They’re a miraculous manifestation of the collective knowledge, connection, and pace that we share as a planet. However, my question for myself was: What am I not doing when I’m obsessively checking my device? I remember in... Read More

May 29, 2014

Done deal: Apple (finally) acquires Dr. Dre’s Beats electronics for $3 billion

by Oge Okonkwo After much talks and speculation, Apple has finally announced it will acquire headphone maker Beats Electronic for $3 billion, including $2.6 billion cash up front and approximately $400 million in stock that will vest over time. As part of the deal, Beats co-founders, Dr. Dre, and Jimmy Iovine will join Apple in... Read More

Apple, Dr. Dre’s Beats electronics, Signed and sealed

December 11, 2013

Here are 10 things to do in 2014 if you’re not yet 50

by Rachel Ogbu 2014 is upon us and what a year it will be. We searched far and wide and came up with ten things you must do in 2014 especially if you are not yet 50. Remember, You Only Live Once (YOLO). 1. Do look out for the iPhone 6. The next big smartphone... Read More

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November 12, 2013

LOOK: This is what Apple’s new “spaceship campus” will look like

by Chi Ibe This is why we have always and will always love Apple – they force us to dream. The planned futuristic Apple “spaceship campus” already has us as raving fans. Bring it on!

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October 12, 2013

8 surprising things that’ll make you wildly SUCCESSFUL

by Jena Pincott The interrogative, Pink writes, “prompts you to summon the resources and strategies to accomplish the task” and motivates you from within. 1. One Brain-Boosting Germ We all know that outdoor time can do wonders for our performance. But there’s a surprising new reason: a bacterium called Mycobacterium vaccae, which lurks in the soil. When... Read More

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September 12, 2013

This is what it’s like to use Apple’s fancy new fingerprint scanner

I was skeptical about the fingerprint-scanning technology that Apple put in its just-announced high-end iPhone 5S. Called TouchID, the feature lets you unlock your phone with your fingertip — no more typing in a passcode. I initially imagined Touch ID, which was announced along with the cheaper, plastic iPhone 5C on Tuesday, would be an unreliable gimmick — something like... Read More

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September 11, 2013

Nigerian gov’t reportedly places order for 53 new iPhones made of PURE gold to celebrate Independence

A Bristol-born businessman based in Dubai is bracing himself for a flood of orders for iPhones clad not in the gold-effect finish of the new iPhone 5S, but the real stuff. Amjad Ali supplies royal families, governments, and minted customers across Russia, China and the Middle East with gold-plated devices that cost up to £50,000.... Read More

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September 11, 2013

Apple’s bid to outflank Android: Tech giant unveils $99 plastic iPhone AND ‘gold-standard’ $399 handset with fingerprint scanner

In what’s been classed as a ‘make or break’ event for Apple, the tech firm has unveiled a cut-price handset called the iPhone 5C as well as a high-end model called iPhone 5S. The release of the iPhone 5C marks a step away from Apple’s luxe image. Many believe the move is a desperate bid... Read More

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September 8, 2013

Damilola Alawode: Ever heard of a walking meeting? You might actually need it (Y! Superblogger)

by Damilola Alawode Many entrepreneurs like the late Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg and Jack Dorsey of Apple, Facebook and Twitter respectively have all been known to favour walking meetings Ever heard of the walking meeting? It is a way of indulging in mild physical activity while at work. With physical inactivity being the 4th leading risk... Read More

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August 15, 2013

Opinion: Maybe the problem is with parents of nowadays

by Auwal Anwar I sat down to remember how my childhood was so different. My parents were too busy eking a living to bother about my wants or if any teacher had smacked me at school. As long as they had provided the basics, I was on my own. No Disney Junior, no Cartoon Network,... Read More

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July 15, 2013

Disturbing: Bride-to-be reportedly dies from electric shock while answering her iPhone 5

Apple has launched an urgent safety probe into its iPhone 5 amid claims a bride-to-be died from a massive electric shock while answering a call in China. Ma Ailun, a former flight attendant with China Southern Airlines, collapsed to the ground when she picked up her smartphone as it charged at home on Thursday, her family said.... Read More

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July 3, 2013

Like a boss: Don Jazzy flaunts his 18ct yellow gold studded iPhone by designer, Alexander Amosu (LOOK)

by Oge Okonkwo Luxury designer, Alexander Amosu posted this photo of Don Jazzy on his Instagram page showing the prolific music producer feeling the 18ct beauty of yellow gold iPhone 5 studded with diamonds he (Alex) created with Apple Inc last year. One moment it’s Champagne and the next it’s a studded smartphone – that’s... Read More

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June 18, 2013

Magna Carta Holy deals: Guess how much money rapper, Jay-Z is getting from Samsung

People who own the Samsung Galaxy S4, S3 or Note 2 handsets will be able to get rapper Jay-Z’s new solo studio album three days before it goes on sale in July – for free. The new album, Magna Carta Holy Grail, will be available to download from 12.01am on 4 July – 72 hours... Read More

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June 7, 2013

Let’s upgrade you: To encourage adoption of iPhone 5, Apple is set to launch trade-in program for old iPhones

Apple Inc. is reportedly launching an iPhone trade-in program this month aimed at getting users to upgrade to the new iPhone 5. The trade-in service will allow iPhone users to trade in their current iPhones for a discount on the latest model. According to reports, Apple plans to launch the new iPhone trade-in program in... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Idiare Atimomo: Apple’s next growth curve may be in Africa

by Idiare Atimomo Apple Co. has identified opportunities for investment growth in China and is acting on this, but I remain puzzled as to why… a similar focus on the African market is not forthcoming. The business news circuit has been buzzing with Apple Co’s very unique position: decent revenue growth in the last 2... Read More

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April 13, 2013

Naughty Nature: SEE 5 of the world’s most vulgar fruits (PHOTOS)

by Idoreyin Sampson Once in a while, nature pulls a ‘dirty’ one on us all. We recently came across some naughty-naughty fruits. Take a look and have your say.

Apple, Fruits, Naughty, tomatoes, vegetables

Apple launches TIDAL killer…with Drake

Apple beats Google, becomes the world’s most valuable brand

Let’s tell you why smartphone specs need to die

Resilience in motion – BlackBerry’s tough journey back to profitability

We suspected @Apple’s boss was gay all along – 7 reasons why

Tim Cook, @Apple CEO, comes out as gay

Money making Africans: D’banj and Akon shoot video for new collaboration

Here is the list of women Dr. Dre has beaten up (and how)

Wow! D’banj becomes African ambassador for Apple/Beats By Dre

“The iphone is finally at the level of Android again” || Top Twitter reactions to the new Apple device

Konga iOS app: E-commerce platform release innovative shopping application

You’ve seen i-phone and i-pad! We bet you’ve never seen i-jeans (LOOK)

BOSS: Dr. Dre completes $3 billion deal with Apple, chills with CEO (DETAILS, LOOK)

Are you addicted to your smartphone? SEE 5 ways to break free

Done deal: Apple (finally) acquires Dr. Dre’s Beats electronics for $3 billion

8 (easy) ways to get rid of bad breath

Here are 10 things to do in 2014 if you’re not yet 50

LOOK: This is what Apple’s new “spaceship campus” will look like

8 surprising things that’ll make you wildly SUCCESSFUL

This is what it’s like to use Apple’s fancy new fingerprint scanner

Nigerian gov’t reportedly places order for 53 new iPhones made of PURE gold to celebrate Independence

Apple’s bid to outflank Android: Tech giant unveils $99 plastic iPhone AND ‘gold-standard’ $399 handset with fingerprint scanner

Damilola Alawode: Ever heard of a walking meeting? You might actually need it (Y! Superblogger)

Opinion: Maybe the problem is with parents of nowadays

Disturbing: Bride-to-be reportedly dies from electric shock while answering her iPhone 5

Like a boss: Don Jazzy flaunts his 18ct yellow gold studded iPhone by designer, Alexander Amosu (LOOK)

Magna Carta Holy deals: Guess how much money rapper, Jay-Z is getting from Samsung

Let’s upgrade you: To encourage adoption of iPhone 5, Apple is set to launch trade-in program for old iPhones

Idiare Atimomo: Apple’s next growth curve may be in Africa

Naughty Nature: SEE 5 of the world’s most vulgar fruits (PHOTOS)

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