Windows 10 Anniversary Update is coming August 2

Windows 10 Anniversary Update is coming August 2

Anniversary Update for Windows 10 is scheduled to arrive on August 2nd 2016.

Anniversary Update

Windows 10 announced by Microsoft in September of 2014 was released officially on the 29th of July 2015. A year on; Windows 10 currently available as a free upgrade to users of Windows 7, 8 and 8.1 PC’s will receive it’s second major update. The first major update was released some time back in November 2015.

The Anniversary Update scheduled to arrive this summer, has been known by the codename REDSTONE for some time. Windows Insiders have also had the opportunity to help shape it’s development with their numerous feedbacks. But to all other Windows 10 users, the update will start rolling out on the 2nd of August.

For users who have updated to Windows 10, this update comes as a free upgrade. If you buy a near future windows 10 device you will get this probably preinstalled. If you didn’t upgrade your old windows device then you’ll need to buy this.

Windows 10 currently according to Microsoft is installed on over 350 million devices and 135 billion hours of usage since launch.

We’d like to say a special thank you to each of you who have upgraded to Windows 10. With over 350 million devices now running Windows 10, customer satisfaction is higher than any previous version of Windows and customer engagement is also incredible with more than 135 billion hours of use on Windows 10 since launch

The Anniversary Update brings six areas of innovation and improvements to consumers and enterprises.

  • Additional Security Features for the Most Secure Windows
The Update enables companion devices to use Windows Hello to unlock your PC, giving you more choices for quick, secured sign-ins.
Improvements to Windows Defenders free anti-malware service, includes the option to automatically schedule periodic quick scans of your PC; as well as provide new notifications and summaries when scans are complete and threats are found.
Enterprise customers will benefit from two major new security features to help protect businesses from today’s modern threats. Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection (WDATP) and Windows Information Protection, formerly referred to as enterprise data protection.
  • Windows Ink Brings the Power of Windows to the Tip of Your Pen

Quickly and easily take a note, sketch on a screenshot, or draw an idea.
Smart Sticky Notes help you remember common tasks like reminding you of flight times or offering directions using Maps.
Key apps have new ink-specific features, like using handwriting in Office, ink annotations in Microsoft Edge or drawing custom routes in Maps.

  • Cortana Helps You Be More Productive with the Windows 10 Anniversary Update

Cortana is now available above your lock screen so you can do things like ask questions, play music from your PC or set a reminder without unlocking your device.
Cortana can save and recall key information, like your frequent flier number or where you parked at the airport. You can also add photos to make your reminders visual, like a photo of a bottle of wine you enjoyed at a restaurant.
Cortana can give you notifications across all the devices you have with Cortana – like sharing directions across devices or from text or messaging services on your phone.

  • Microsoft Edge Helps You Do More with Increased Power Efficiency, Extensions and Accessibility
  • Gamers Stay Connected and Enjoy More Games
  • New Innovations for the Modern Classroom

Are you exited and looking forward to the new update? Let us know in the comments what you are most looking forward to.

 

Microsoft Lumia Easter Sales and Discounts

Microsoft Lumia Easter Sales and Discounts

Easter festive season is here again and what it promises is reduced pricing among stores with free gifts to offer.

Easter

We have put together some prices from the various stores running Easter discounts and sales with free gifts such as; Watches, glass protectors, covers, powerbanks, micro SDs, etc. With their online stores you can make your order and have it delivered right to you.

Telefonika

* Microsoft Lumia 532 (Dual SIM)    –    GH¢ 240.00
* Microsoft Lumia 430                      –    GH¢ 240.00
* Microsoft Lumia 535                      –    GH¢ 430.00
* Microsoft Lumia 540 (Dual SIM)    –    GH¢ 448.00
* Microsoft Lumia 550                      –    GH¢ 490.00
* Microsoft Lumia 1320                    –    GH¢ 650.00
* Microsoft Lumia 640 XL                 –    GH¢ 715.00
* Microsoft Lumia 950                      –  GH¢ 2,490.00
* Microsoft Lumia 950 XL                 –  GH¢ 2,790.00
* Microsoft Lumia 950 XL(Dual SIM)-  GH¢ 2,990.00

 

Compu-Ghana

* Microsoft Lumia 430 (Dual SIM)    –    G H¢ 239.00
* Microsoft Lumia 532 (Dual SIM)    –     GH¢ 239.00
* Microsoft Lumia 530 (Dual SIM)    –     GH¢ 249.00
* Microsoft Lumia 630 (Dual SIM)    –     GH¢ 399.00
* Microsoft Lumia 540 (Dual SIM)    –     GH¢ 449.00
* Microsoft Lumia 550 (Dual SIM)    –     GH¢ 499.00
* Microsoft Lumia 625                      –     GH¢ 569.00
* Microsoft Lumia 1320                    –     GH¢ 650.00
* Microsoft Lumia 640 XL(Dual SIM) –    GH¢ 719.00
* Microsoft Lumia 730 (Dual SIM)    –      GH¢ 759.00
* Microsoft Lumia 950 (Dual SIM)    –   GH¢ 2,069.00
* Microsoft Lumia 950 XL                 –   GH¢ 2,259.00

 

 

 

Microsoft Lumia 950 XL & 950 Launched in Nigeria

Microsoft Lumia 950 XL & 950 Launched in Nigeria

Nigeria has officially seen the launch of Microsoft mobile’s latest flagship the Lumia 950 XL and Lumia 950.

Nigeria launch
The two flagships devices were announced sometime back and have been making their way to various markets around the world. The new devices run Windows 10 mobile and shares the same code base as Windows 10 PC.

Microsoft mobile Nigeria unveiled the Lumia 950 and 950 XL devices at a media roundtable held February 4th, 2016 at the Civic Towers, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Joseph Umunakwe, Microsoft Mobile Devices and Services General Manager West, East and Central Africa, at the event spoke about  Microsoft’s commitment to empowering every individual and organization on the planet to achieve more.

“The Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL deliver a familiar and consistent experience that extends across your Windows devices from key apps like Office built-in to provide access to all your stuff via OneDrive and the cloud.”

Nigeria launch 3

Olumide Balogun, Head of Marketing ‎Microsoft Mobile Devices and Services Nigeria and Ghana, stated the Lumia 950/950XL drives seamless experiences from productivity, security, usability and availability. He said,

“Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL provide stunning displays, the latest in processing power, and improved battery life and quick charging. The Continuum for phones feature combined with the Microsoft Display Dock enables you to connect the phones to a monitor, mouse and keyboard and work like a PC.”

Nigeria launch
The Lumia 950 and 950 XL are currently selling at authorized Microsoft devices partner retail outlets and available on leading online stores.

 

 

Source : Talk Media Africa

Where and How Much can you get A Lumia 950, 950 XL and 550 in Ghana

Where and How Much can you get A Lumia 950, 950 XL and 550 in Ghana

It’s been about three months since the release of the latest Microsoft  Mobile Lumia flagship and budget devices; Lumia 950 XL, Lumia 950, Lumia 550 and they are finally showing up in stores in Ghana.

Ghana Lumia
UPDATE: Find latest prices of devices here

A number of readers have been asking where you can find and buy one and how much it costs. So here is information on where and how much so you can plan your purchase.

TELEFONIKA GHANA :

lumia 950xl telefonikaLumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL prices at Telefonika Ghana

lumia 550Lumia 550 at Telefonika Ghana

Kindly visit http://www.telefonika.com/ for contacts and location details of all their branches.
COMPU-GHANA:

compu ghana lumia 950xl and 950Lumia 950 XL and Lumia 950 prices at Compu-Ghana

*There currently isn’t any information on the Lumia 550’s availability and pricing yet.

Kindly visit http://www.compughana.com/ for contacts and location details of their branches.

FRANKO TRADING ENT.:

franko trading 950 xl
Franko Trading Ent. has the Lumia 950 XL for sale at GHS 2,500
*There currently isn’t any information on the Lumia 950 and 550 yet.

Kindly visit http://www.frankotrading.com/ for contacts and location details of their branches.


FREDDIES CORNER:

Freddies Corner has the Lumia 950 XL on sale at GHS 2,500 .

*Please note all other Phone stores and retailers including the telecommunication networks; Vodafone, MTN, Airtel and Tigo rely on supply from the Microsoft Ghana mobile division who are yet to have the country variant devices.
Speaking to the Microsoft Ghana mobile division office, they are expecting these devices sometime in February, can’t give an exact date. So if you care about county variants and can wait it out fine, if not you could just grab one now.

*Also warranty on devices from sellers vary and kind of affect pricing. But all stores give a years warranty on manufacturers defect.

Have you seen the phones on sale some where else? For less maybe, kindly share with us.

Microsoft et OUMOU Informatique organisent une journée portes ouvertes à Dakar

Microsoft et OUMOU Informatique organisent une journée portes ouvertes à Dakar

Acquisition, mise à jour ou des questions sur le nouveau Windows 10 et Office 2016? Venez leur découvrir à un rendez-vous aujourd’hui à Agence Prestige au Point E à Dakar, Senegal à partir de 0900h à 11h30.

microsoft umou

OUMOU Informatique en partenariat avec Microsoft Africa organisent une journée portes-ouvertes, entrée libre, afin de vous présenter les innovations technologiques Microsoft Windows 10 et Office 2016.

L’événement aura lieu aujourd’hui le Jeudi 28 Janvier 2016, De 09h à 11h A L’Agence Prestige, De Oumou Leader Distribution Equipement Au POINT E.

Pour La Grande Découverte de Nouvelles Technologies Microsoft Windows 10 et Office 2016, Ainsi que Office 365, En partenariat avec Microsoft Africa, vous Aurez L’opportunité De Bénéficier Des Mises à Jour Gratuites de Windows10.
Des Solutions Devices à Vos Problèmes Matériaux et Equipements Informatique, De Même que Des Offres Spéciales et de Nombreux Cadeaux à Bénéficier.

Alors, des questions sur le nouveau Windows et Office 2016 ? Envie de faire votre mise à jour et/ou acquérir Windows 10 et/ou Office 2016 ? Ou Profiter de nos offres sur les Devices?

Si un ou toute vos réponse sont oui, aller à cette événement et profiter de l’opportunité

Oumou informatique : Créée en 2005, la société OUMOU INFORMATIQUE s’est donnée pour mission d’accompagner les particuliers et les entreprises dans leurs évolutions informatiques.

 

La Source: Microsoft WCA , OUMOU