Kibo School of Technology is aiming to make high-quality STEM education accessible and affordable to people everywhere. Their mission is to provide education opportunities to those who have been traditionally locked out of it, as it can help promote inclusivity and diversity in the tech industry. Selorm had a discussion with Jacob Dodoo, Director o…

In today's digital age, we are inundated with a massive amount of information every day, making it challenging to keep up with everything. With so much to learn, but not enough time to learn it, we have resorted to consuming bite-sized forms of information. In this episode, we'll discuss how information overload is affecting our ability to learn an…

As everyone is talking about AI, there is a lot of misinformation and exaggeration. Join Kwamina as he sits down with Silas, an AI and machine learning developer with extensive experience in the industry, to demystify the applications and limitations of AI, and provide an accurate understanding of how AI actually works. They dive into the latest ad…

Join us as we dive into the world of overhyped and underwhelming smartphone innovations. In this episode, we'll discuss the most bizarre, gimmicky, and short-lived trends that tech companies have tried to sell us over the years. From pop-up cameras to pointless sensors, we'll explore how these seemingly futuristic features failed to make a lasting …

In today's episode, Kwamina & Nii discuss a curated selection of cutting-edge apps that will revolutionize the way you manage tasks, communicate with your team, and organize your projects. Whether you're a busy professional, an entrepreneur, or a multitasking individual, these apps will help you optimize your workflow and stay on top of your game.J…

Smartphones have become an integral part of our lives, with many people upgrading to new models every year. However, this constant upgrade culture has resulted in a significant environmental impact due to the manufacturing processes and e-waste produced. Today, we will be discussing how reducing smartphone demand can have positive impacts on the en…

In this episode, Kwamina & Selorm dive into the world of eSIMs and explore their rise to popularity in Ghana. They discuss everything you need to know about eSIM technology, including its advantages over traditional SIM cards, issues and challenges, how to activate eSIMs, the current state of eSIM adoption in the country and the future of eSIM tech…

Join Kwamina, Selorm & Edudzi as they dive into Google's recent event in Paris, where the tech giant unveiled their latest AI-powered innovations. Get a rundown of Google's new AI-powered Maps, which promises to revolutionize the way we navigate the world. Also discussed is Google Search with Bard, a new feature that provides a more conversational …

In today's episode, Edudzi talks about how Microsoft is changing the game in the world of search with their new AI-powered Bing and Edge. Bing's AI-powered search promises to be faster and more accurate than ever before with a dedicated chatbot, Prometheus, built with the help of OpenAI (creators of ChatGPT) and touted as "more powerful" than ChatG…

Starlink is the satellite-based internet service from Elon Musk's SpaceX. It's designed to provide fast and reliable internet access to even the most remote areas of the world. And now, Nigeria has joined the growing list of countries where Starlink is available. Today we're talking about that and what it means for the future of telecommunications …

Don't miss a beat on the latest from Samsung! On today's episode, we recap the exciting Samsung Unpacked 2023 event, where the latest and greatest Samsung devices were unveiled to the world. From the Galaxy S23 Ultra to the Galaxy Book 3 Ultra, we'll give you all the details you need to know about the latest additions to the Samsung family. Stay tu…

Join Edudzi and Selorm as they delve into the world of ChatGPT in this informative and thought-provoking podcast. With their expert insights and knowledge of the subject, they will discuss the latest developments and trends surrounding this cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or simply curious, this is …

Is it too late to say happy new year? It's not, right? On today's episode, Selorm & Edudzi recap big tech news and announcements that made the headlines in 2022 and how they will shape 2023. Enjoy!

Join Kwamina, Selorm, and Nii as they engage in a lively debate on the age-old question: are big phones or small phones better? With their diverse perspectives and knowledge of the latest tech trends, this trio will delve into the pros and cons of each option. From ease of use to portability, no stone will be left unturned in this entertaining and …

If you are listening to this podcast, then chances are that you have used your browser today. While you may have had a great browsing experience, Selorm is going to show you how to move it to the next level with free and useful browser extensions to increase your productivity.

On our shortest episode yet, we explore Apple's SVP Greg Joswiak comments during Wall Street Journal's Tech Live conference concerning Apple's position on the new EU requirement and what it means for the MFi program.

After a brief period in travel history, where international flights were grounded and countries closed their borders, we are now back to globetrotting again! If you are globetrotter like us, you'll be interested in today's podcast because we are here to give you travel tech tips to make your international travel stress-free. Join Selorm & Nii as th…

If you have been wondering how to save multimedia files on your device locally, listen on! Disclaimer: Afdtechtalk Media is not responsible for how you use the tools discussed on this podcast. They are meant to be used to save memes, funny videos and public multimedia. Do not use the guide to download copyrighted materials. Private and personal pho…

Join Kwamina as he shares his secret to keeping his iPhone's battery health at 100% for nearly a year. In this informative and practical podcast, Kwamina will share his tips and tricks for maximizing battery life, from adjusting settings to using specific apps. Whether you're looking to extend the lifespan of your own device or simply curious about…

It is that time of the year again and Google has released their new generation of hardware devices that come with a whole new suite of software features and enhancements. Join Selorm and Kwamina as they discuss the major announcements and their first impressions.

Moove is an African-born, global mobility fintech that provides revenue-based vehicle financing and financial services to mobility entrepreneurs across ride-hailing, logistics, mass transit, and instant delivery platforms. On today's episode, Selorm discusses examples of this model in Ghana, their performance and how this stacks up with Moove's mis…

Alt Title: The USS Enterprise Mac. Earlier this month, we joined iStore, an Apple authorised reseller and service provider in Accra, Ghana on the first Apple-recognised event in the country. Join Selorm and Kwamina as they bring you the highlights of the event.

Welcome to Season 5 of the Digital Dash podcast! To open up the season, we sat with Atsu Davoh to talk about how he is revolutionising the intra-Africa money transfer space with Bitsika.

This week, Selorm, Edudzi and Jennifer wrap up their discussion on online dating apps.

Dating apps have basically become search engines that people use to facilitate romantic relationships in our ever-changing digital and internet space. With the use of machine learning and advanced matching algorithms, some couples swear by them. But all is not glamorous and rosy. On today's episode, Selorm, Edudzi and Jennifer share their experienc…

On today's episode, we dial up the nerd volume a bit, but hang on, we are Afdtechtalk for a reason - you will still be able to follow. Join Kwamina & Selorm as they discuss Nvidia's GTC'21 announcements including The Omniverse Replicator as well as new features and performance improvements from Microsoft on Windows 11. Link to discussion on how sta…

"Unleashed," Apple's second fall event this year saw the company announce new hardware -- new AirPods, new HomePod Mini colors, and the long-awaited new Macs equipped with the new Apple Silicon M1 Pro and M1 Max processors. There was also an unexpected service subscription option available for only $4.99/month. Join Selorm & Kwamina as they discuss…

Yesterday, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that that the social media giant will change the name of its holding company to Meta to better align its reach beyond social media into virtual reality (VR). Join Kwamina & Selorm as they discuss the highlights of the announcement, links to pop culture, privacy & safety concerns, use cases & applica…

Google's latest flagship, the Pixel 6, is turning heads. The software giant has made very questionable choices on the Pixel line of devices in recent past leading to consumer churn and apathy, but it seems they are back with a big bang this year on what should have been Pixel 3. Join Kwamina & Selorm as they discuss the new features of the Pixel 6 …

On today's episode, we discuss some of the consumer electronics Samsung has for consumers in 2021. QN900A Samsung Neo QLED 8K Smart TV (2021) The Serif QLED 4K UHD HDR Smart TV The Premiere LSP7T 4K Smart Laser Projector WindFree, Wall-mount AC with Digital Inverter 4-Door French Door Refrigerator with Touch Screen Family Hub in Tuscan Stainless St…

This is the concluding episode of our sci-fi movie podcast series. Here, we talk about our top 5 favorite sci-fi movies, directors and tech from these movies we'd like to see materialized.

Back in the late 1800s, the French cinematographer Georges Méliès who was well known for his work on cinema paved the way for practical and visual effects in movies when he accidentally discovered a nifty technique. For this and more, join Afua, Kwamina, Kyei, Nii, Selorm and Victor talk about their favorite sci-fi movies from conception to product…

Over the last couple of years, OnlyFans has grown to be a household name in the adult entertainment industry. However, OnlyFans started as a platform for chefs, athletes and media personalities to connect with their audience via subscription-based content. Join Selorm & Edudzi as they discuss audience monetization, some technologies that have been …

Last week, Samsung unveiled the next generation of foldables, one that opens like a book called the Fold, and another that opens like a compact mirror called the Flip; two new smartwatches with enhanced capabilities; and wireless earbuds. Many expected to see the next iteration of Samsung's famous Note series but it seems Samsung's money is really …

With the proliferation of fast and stable internet, online file storage, syncing, and sharing services have come to stay. The days of losing files due to stolen or crashed hard disks are over as we have been steadily moving away from local storage to remote, server-based storage and processing — also known as the cloud. Why use up valuable space on…

First, it was Elon Musk and his lofty ambition to colonize Mars. Now billionaires Richard Branson and Jeff Bezos "suddenly" seem interested in space exploration. On this episode, we consider a few motivations, benefits and downsides of this recent billionaire trend.

On this episode, we deliver a blow by blow analysis of the Microsoft Windows 11 Livestream Event.

This year, because of obvious reasons, the worldwide broadcast of E3 was interactive. Companies that participated at the event included Nintendo, Microsoft, Capcom, Ubisoft, Take-Two Interactive, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, Koch Media, Square Enix, Sega, Gearbox Software, Bandai Namco, Turtle Beach, Verizon, and Xseed Games. Join our in…

A tweet from President Buhari was deleted for violating Twitter's policies. In less than 48 hours, the Nigerian government had banned Twitter, launched Crowwe (LOL), directed telcos to blacklist Twitter's APIs and instructed large companies to stop using Twitter for marketing and promotional activities. Late 2020, Jack Ma made a comment that did no…

The third and final episode in our crypto series. We try to figure out the best time to invest in cryptos, some technical analysis and considerations to make, non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and some innovations powered by Blockchain.

What are shitcoins? What are altcoins? What are stablecoins? How much should I invest into cryptos? Which coins should I buy? Want answers to this and more? Join us as we continue our Bitcoin series with another exciting episode with two cryptocurrency experts Ayeley and Miekel who have been immersed in Blockchain since 2017 and have traded and han…

Bitcoin to the mooon!!! Today we talk about crypto, how it started and where it is going. We also discuss the difference between "mining" and "trading", how people make money off of it and things to note when dabbling in crypto. Just in case you want to be an "investor", the general information we provide about apps you can install to get started a…

On this episode, we conclude a series of topics discussed last week including Twitter's decision to locate their Africa HQ in Ghana, Apple Special Event, Glovo, Showmax, Spotify's world availability, Flutterwave's collaboration with PayPal, and a host of others!

Welcome back to the Afdtechtalk podcast! On this episode, we discuss a series of topics including Twitter's decision to locate their Africa HQ in Ghana, Apple Special Event, Glovo, Showmax, Spotify's world availability, Flutterwave's collaboration with PayPal, and a host of others!

On today's episode, we discuss payment options and aggregators available in Ghana through the lens of user experience; onboarding journey; services; charges; customer service responsiveness and others. MTN Mobile Money Vodafone Cash AirtelTigo Money expressPay SlydePay Jumia Pay MOVE Palm Pay Chipper Cash…

It's that time of the month again - Black Friday! Today's episode is a continuation (of sorts) of S2:E2: “11.11, Black Friday, Panic Saturday & Cyber Monday” and S2:E11 “M-commerce & international shipping”. We suggest you brush up on them first. Today's discussion focuses on concierge services, payment options for online shopping & shipping, how t…

This is the concluding episode of the Art series started last week. The famous artist Leonardo Da Vinci once said, "Art is never finished, only abandoned." Human history has been interspersed with art and the earliest evidence of this is found in caves in Chauvet, whose paintings date about 30,000 years ago. Art is a means of preservation of expres…

The famous artist Leonardo Da Vinci once said, "Art is never finished, only abandoned." Human history has been interspersed with art and the earliest evidence of this is found in caves in Chauvet, whose paintings date about 30,000 years ago. Art is a means of preservation of expression. Right from the times of ancient civilization from Egypt & Meso…

To conclude, Enam (thegreyshutter) and Lawrence (Ghog) discuss photography terms (ISO, megapixels, SLR, etc), innovations in photography, software editors and other topics from the photography mixed bag. Important links www.ghogphoto.com @_ghog on Instagram @ghog_ on Twitter @thegreyshutter on Instagram @aegeanblue on Instagram @thegreyshutter on T…

Smartphone photography has come a long way. Flagship phones have at least 4 cameras - a front facing HD camera; a main camera; an ultrawide shooter and a telephoto lens. Many phones are able to shoot excellent lowlight footage with insane image stabilization. So now we are wondering: have smartphone cameras caught up with professional cameras? The …