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Samsung Launches Galaxy S26 Series at San Francisco Event

Samsung officially launched the Galaxy S26 series at Galaxy Unpacked 2026 in San Francisco, featuring enhanced Galaxy AI capabilities across three models: the standard Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. The new series also includes advanced AI and privacy enhancements designed for everyday tasks and enhanced user protection. In Kenya, Samsung opened pre-orders for all three models immediately following the global announcement, allowing Kenyan consumers to access the latest devices.

Samsung unveils the Galaxy S26 series

Samsung unveils the Galaxy S26 series

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How to Pre-Order the Samsung Galaxy S26 Series in Kenya

How to Pre-Order the Samsung Galaxy S26 Series in Kenya

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Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series with Advanced AI and Privacy Features

Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series with Advanced AI and Privacy Features

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Samsung’s new Galaxy Buds4 series debuts

Samsung has launched its new Galaxy Buds4 and Galaxy Buds4 Pro earbuds, coinciding with the unveiling of the Galaxy S26 series. These earbuds feature a redesigned "Blade" aesthetic and advanced AI integration.

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Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Privacy Display feature turns deep blacks into washed-out grays in dark mode
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Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Privacy Display feature turns deep blacks into washed-out grays in dark mode

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra's new Privacy Display feature, designed to prevent shoulder surfing, unfortunately turns dark mode blacks into a washed-out gray.

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Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series bags a couple of exclusive Google-first AI features
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Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series bags a couple of exclusive Google-first AI features

The new Samsung Galaxy S26 series is introducing groundbreaking AI capabilities, becoming the first non-Pixel phones to receive exclusive Google AI features.

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TECNO’s wild modular smartphone bet: A concept Africa is never supposed to get?
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TECNO’s wild modular smartphone bet: A concept Africa is never supposed to get?

TECNO is pushing the boundaries of smartphone innovation with its ambitious Modular Magnetic Interconnection Technology, showcased at MWC 2026.

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Samsung unveils the Galaxy S26 series
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Samsung unveils the Galaxy S26 series

Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy S26 series at Galaxy Unpacked 2026 in San Francisco, featuring enhanced Galaxy AI capabilities across three models: the standard Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra.

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How to Pre-Order the Samsung Galaxy S26 Series in Kenya
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How to Pre-Order the Samsung Galaxy S26 Series in Kenya

Samsung has officially launched its new Galaxy S26 series in Kenya, with pre-orders now open for the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra.

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Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series with Advanced AI and Privacy Features
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Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series with Advanced AI and Privacy Features

Samsung Electronics has launched its new Galaxy S26 series, featuring advanced AI and privacy enhancements for everyday tasks and enhanced user protection.

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Emirates brings split-payments to Kenya via Cellulant to bypass mobile money limits
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Emirates brings split-payments to Kenya via Cellulant to bypass mobile money limits

Emirates has launched a new split-payment solution in Kenya, allowing travelers to bypass mobile money transaction limits for booking international flights.

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Emirates Introduces Split Payments in Kenya Through Cellulant’s Tingg Platform
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Emirates Introduces Split Payments in Kenya Through Cellulant’s Tingg Platform

Emirates has launched a new split-payment solution in Kenya, allowing customers to combine multiple payment methods for flight bookings.

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Bolt Rolls Out Driver-Led High-Risk Location Alerts in Kenya
tech1d ago

Bolt Rolls Out Driver-Led High-Risk Location Alerts in Kenya

Ride-hailing company Bolt has introduced a new safety feature in Kenya that empowers drivers to flag high-risk locations.

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How to Watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026
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How to Watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026

Samsung is set to unveil its Galaxy S26 series at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event, with registration now open for a virtual viewing experience.

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BasiGo’s Bold Bet: Can Scheduled Electric Buses Tame Nairobi’s Chaotic Transit?
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BasiGo’s Bold Bet: Can Scheduled Electric Buses Tame Nairobi’s Chaotic Transit?

Kenyan e-mobility startup BasiGo is attempting to revolutionize Nairobi's chaotic public transit system by introducing scheduled electric buses, a stark contrast to the existing informal minibus network.

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Grey Expands Business Banking With USD Accounts, Bulk Payments and USDC Support
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Grey Expands Business Banking With USD Accounts, Bulk Payments and USDC Support

Grey, a cross-border payments solutions provider, has launched expanded business banking services including USD accounts, bulk payments, and USDC stablecoin support to streamline international transactions for African businesses.

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SanlamAllianz Launches Income Drawdown Fund Providing Retirees with Flexible Income Options
tech2d ago

SanlamAllianz Launches Income Drawdown Fund Providing Retirees with Flexible Income Options

SanlamAllianz Life Insurance Kenya has launched a new Income Drawdown (IDD) Fund to provide Kenyan retirees with flexible income options and continued investment growth for their savings.

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Can an airport that struggles to pay its staff build the ultimate ride-hailing app?
tech2d ago

Can an airport that struggles to pay its staff build the ultimate ride-hailing app?

The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) is developing its own ride-hailing "Super App" for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), aiming to regulate taxis and generate revenue.

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Canva is not slowing down
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Canva is not slowing down

Online design giant Canva has announced two strategic acquisitions, MangoAI and Cavalry, aimed at significantly boosting its AI-powered marketing tools and professional animation capabilities.

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Canva Pro has daily & weekly subscription plans in Kenya starting at KES 130
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Canva Pro has daily & weekly subscription plans in Kenya starting at KES 130

Canva Pro has introduced flexible daily and weekly subscription plans in Kenya, making its premium features more accessible to everyday creators.

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The KES 500 QISJ Paywall: Why Kenya’s Used Car Mileage Scams Are About to Get Worse
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The KES 500 QISJ Paywall: Why Kenya’s Used Car Mileage Scams Are About to Get Worse

Quality Inspection Services Japan (QISJ) has implemented a KES 500 paywall for verified vehicle mileage data, previously accessible for free.

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Mogo Secures Sh2.3 Billion in Local Funding to Expand Boda Boda and SME Asset Financing in Kenya
tech2d ago

Mogo Secures Sh2.3 Billion in Local Funding to Expand Boda Boda and SME Asset Financing in Kenya

Mogo Kenya has secured a significant funding boost of Sh2.3 billion from both local debt financing and an innovative bond program to expand its asset financing for boda boda operators and SMEs across Kenya.

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Jeff Koinange finally joins the podcast craze with ‘Off the Record’ premiering March 1
tech3d ago

Jeff Koinange finally joins the podcast craze with ‘Off the Record’ premiering March 1

Renowned Kenyan media personality Jeff Koinange is venturing into the digital audio-visual space with his new YouTube podcast, Off the Record.

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Spotify has been in Kenya for 5 years now. Here is exactly what we’ve been listening to.
tech2d ago

Spotify has been in Kenya for 5 years now. Here is exactly what we’ve been listening to.

Spotify has marked 5 years in Kenya, revealing significant shifts in local listening habits and a robust growth trajectory. The platform has become deeply integrated into Kenyan digital culture, influencing music consumption and content creation.

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The Kilimax case for building Africa’s own AI-powered ERP platform
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The Kilimax case for building Africa’s own AI-powered ERP platform

The article highlights the growing need for a bespoke, AI-powered Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform in Africa, addressing the limitations of imported software for local businesses.

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Infinix Taps Olympian Sabrina Simader for Kenyan Launch
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Infinix Taps Olympian Sabrina Simader for Kenyan Launch

Infinix has announced the upcoming launch of its new flagship smartphone, the NOTE 60 Pro, in Kenya, featuring a Snapdragon chipset for the first time. The launch is accompanied by a brand partnership with Kenyan alpine skier Sabrina Wanjiku Simader.

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Kenya, India and Italy Launch Trilateral AI Partnership to Drive Sovereign AI Pathways Across Africa
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Kenya, India and Italy Launch Trilateral AI Partnership to Drive Sovereign AI Pathways Across Africa

Kenya, India, and Italy have launched a strategic trilateral partnership to co-design and deploy scalable, sovereign AI systems across Africa. This initiative aims to shift from fragmented projects to structured "AI diffusion pathways."

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Airtel to Leverage Starlink for Faster Mobile Internet
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Airtel to Leverage Starlink for Faster Mobile Internet

Airtel Africa is partnering with SpaceX to integrate Starlink's satellite internet service in Kenya, aiming to significantly boost mobile internet speeds and expand coverage to underserved areas.

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Zoho Doubles Down on Africa as It Celebrates 30 Years and 1 Million Customers
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Zoho Doubles Down on Africa as It Celebrates 30 Years and 1 Million Customers

Zoho is reinforcing its commitment to Africa as a growth region, coinciding with its celebration of 30 years in business and surpassing 1 million paying customers globally.

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Absa Launches Visa Infinite Metal Card in Kenya with MPESA Integration
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Absa Launches Visa Infinite Metal Card in Kenya with MPESA Integration

Absa Bank Kenya has launched its new Visa Infinite Metal debit and credit cards, integrating MPESA functionality and premium travel benefits.

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Connected Africa Summit 2026 to Be Hosted in Nairobi
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Connected Africa Summit 2026 to Be Hosted in Nairobi

The Connected Africa Summit (CAS) 2026 will be held in Nairobi from April 27 to 30 at the Edge Convention Centre. The summit, themed “Uniting Africa’s Innovation for a Single Digital Market,” aims to transition from discussion to tangible execution in digital transformation efforts across the continent.

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[Videos] Galaxy S26 Ultra vs POVA Curve 2: Samsung & TECNO push sexualized ads
tech6d ago

[Videos] Galaxy S26 Ultra vs POVA Curve 2: Samsung & TECNO push sexualized ads

Samsung and TECNO are under scrutiny after new Galaxy S26 Ultra and POVA Curve 2 ads leaned heavily on sexualized themes. Here’s a closer look at the controversy and what it means for smartphone marketing in 2026.

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[Partner Content] 16 Years of the Galaxy S Series Making History
tech6d ago

[Partner Content] 16 Years of the Galaxy S Series Making History

Samsung is celebrating 16 years of its Galaxy S series, tracing its evolution from the original model in 2010 to the latest S25 series. The flagship line has undergone significant changes in design, camera technology, and most recently, AI integration, adapting to user needs and technological advancements.

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