Author: Smart Megwai

At times when you are busy, shortcuts can be very useful if you use WhatsApp for web on your computer. They can enable you to change your font style, insert stickers, GIFs and emoticons. If you’re one of those who like to multitask while keeping in touch with friends and…

There are many popular operating systems in the world, but none is as widely used as Android. Billions of smartphones, tablets, smart TVs and other devices are supported by Android. Today we’ll take a look at the real story behind Android’s success. Although Google is credited with developing Android, its…

One of WhatsApp’s key features is the app’s ability to Delete For Everyone when you mistakenly send a message you think they shouldn’t see or maybe you changed your mind about something you said. This feature, explicitly named “Delete For Everyone” redefines the meaning of sending a message, as users…

Many smartphones use Machine learning today, and this intelligence helps with everything from system performance and translation to voice command and camera quality. Samsung has announced that it will incorporate a similar idea into its smartphone’s RAM modules. The company announced that a memory processing technology called (what it calls…

If you lose or damage your smartphone, you lose more than just the so-called device. You should think of all information stored that may be lost. Apps such as WhatsApp are not like Google Photos and Google Drive which add some of your important files immediately in the cloud. However,…

Cryptocurrencies are completely digital, so you can send and receive them using any suitable digital wallet on your computer or smartphone. However, it might surprise you to learn that cryptocurrencies are really not “stored” in wallets or anywhere close.  To explain it, your ownership is tied to a particular key…

In January, Twitter acquired the newsletter platform Revue, but so far, it has had little integration with the Micro-blogging site. There are times when you write a Twitter thread, and you will be saluted with a “Hello Wordsmiths” message. That’s Twitter informing you about this newsletter feature.  https://innovation-village.com/twitter-acquires-newsletter-startup-revue/ The Social…

As battle rages on TikTok’s number one position, Facebook tests “Facebook Reels” in the US. The company announced this morning that it is testing this new feature that will allow its users to create and share short-form video content directly as News Feed or within a Facebook group.  As earlier…

Disappearing WhatsApp messages will soon be subject to a long time limit, undermining the purpose of this privacy-focused feature. According to a WhatsApp survey by WABetaInfo, the messaging app is testing a new 90-day message disappearance option. The new 90 day limit was discovered in the latest beta version of…

Twitter is introducing new changes to its API that allows third-party developers to design tools, applications and services for Spaces – it’s audio platform – so as to maximise platform conversations. The focus of this new update is on making it easier to discover Spaces, which is one of the…

Sharing financial data via APIs and data-driven value-added product analysis in Africa is becoming increasingly attractive as large enterprises continue to raise more money for expansion. In less than twelve months after it secured $3 million in initial round financing, the San Francisco and African Startup has raised another $15…

When Salesforce acquired Slack for nearly $ 28 billion late last year, it seemed like they had big plans for the company, and today the CRM tycoon announced some initial integrations that will benefit Salesforce customers. Slack’s VP at Salesforce, Rob Seaman, sees Slack as a promising communications platform for…

As the Company continues to grow rapidly, more brands are looking for ways to use TikTok to increase their reach and awareness. As a Marketer, you need to understand how TikTok works, especially the TikTok community, if you want to trend organically. Redirecting ad campaigns from third-party channels is ineffective.…

Just this week, Twitter introduced new updates to the way its app and website looks, and now it’s making little changes in the contrast on its buttons. This is in response to the feedback the Social site got from some users who reported having eye strain, headaches, and migraines due…

Facebook has extended its user’s ability to use end-to-end encryption for voice and video calls on Messenger. End-to-End Encryption (E2EE) is a security feature that prevents third parties from eavesdropping on your conversations and chats. It works like a lock and key, where just you and the people in the…

Some users in Zambia have informed the public via Twitter that WhatsApp is currently restricted during the country’s general elections. The presidential and parliamentary elections ended in clashes between incumbent President Edgar Lungu and Hakainde Hichilem, from the opposition party. Internet Control Service Netblocks added that many ISPs in Zambia…

If you log in to Twitter today, you may notice some subtle changes in the layout and design. The subtle format adjustments may feel like a glitch in Matrix, or it may seem like continuous crashes are starting to bother you. That’s because Twitter has released a few changes to…

Google has introduced a periodic table to its Search platform that Learners and Educators can interact with in order to learn more about the elements. The way to access it is through Google’s Google’s Art Experiment, or just type “Periodic Table” in search and tap “Explore Elements” which is a…

WhatsApp finally addressed one of its biggest problems with chat history — the inability to transfer chat messages when you change platforms. The Instant-messaging Service will now let you move your chat history when you switch from an iOS device to Android. This includes voice notes, images, and chat messages. …

As part of an expanded effort to help black business owners cope with the fallout from the ongoing pandemic, Facebook announced that it’s hosting its first ever #BuyBlack Summit. which will take place on the 24th of 2021. This event is free, and will be held virtually, and Facebook has…