HELP! Comes in very handy at one point as everyone needs it.
With every device comes the challenge of having some difficulty with using it at one point or the other. Either due to a physical damage, software failure or something else. There is real comfort in knowing someone’s got this and it doesn’t have to drive you literally crazy. You can also learn to troubleshoot issues before they become main problems.
Below you’ll find different go to solutions to try by yourself or if you are the very careful type; a number to contact for repairs.
When You Need to Repair your Microsoft Mobile Phone:
Microsoft (Nokia) Care Office – Kwame Nkrumah Circle, Kokomlemle Faanofa Street. – (020) 020 6500, 0302265210
Microsoft (Nokia) Care Office – Osu – (024) 026 2606 / 030 279 9028
Opposite Regal Chinese Restaurant, 1st floor, House No. 530/1, 5th Lane Osu, Accra
How to get Windows 10 Mobile OS running on your mobile device;
There are only two ways to get Windows 10 Mobile OS running on your device:
Or Check from the List of Upgradable Windows 8.1 devices.
If the upgrade is available for your existing Windows Phone 8.1 device, you can install the upgrade.
To check if the upgrade is available for your phone and install the upgrade, go to the Store, install the Upgrade Advisor app, run the app to see if the update is available, and then select Enable Windows 10 upgrade.
How to get an activation code for your mobile device:
Kindly Click —-> here or type out —> [ https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/contact/menu/hardware/wp/ ] in your web browser. You can either call, text chat a Microsoft Answer Desk person who’ll require your phones IMEI and model. (chat is usually a better option).
How to Add a Microsoft account to your phone:
On Start , swipe over to the All apps list, then select Settings > Accounts > Your email and accounts and your created Microsoft account. (You can now use any email account you have, Yahoo, Gmail, etc. Once you sign that up as your Microsoft Account).
How to Setup Windows Hello Login if you own a Lumia 950 or 950 XL (or supported device);
Windows Hello is another way to sign in to your Windows 10 mobile device. It uses your eyes to verify your identity. It needs special hardware and so this isn’t available with every windows mobile device.
To set it up; On Start , swipe over to the All apps list, and then select Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options to set up Windows Hello. (If you don’t see a sign-in option for Windows Hello, then your phone doesn’t support it.) Once you’re set up, you’ll be able to unlock your phone at a glance.
How to Setup and Use Continuum
Create and edit Office documents, send email, type text messages, watch videos, browse your photos, or surf the web on your connected screen. When you’re done, your work goes with you—it’s saved on your phone.
Continuum turns your phone into a big-screen projector and a big-time productivity tool. Use a dock or wireless adapter to connect to a TV or monitor, then use your apps and see your content on a larger screen. Want to do even more? Connect a keyboard and mouse and get productive.
*Use your Phone as a Phone during Continuum. Even when you’re connected to a display or monitor, you can still use your phone in all the usual ways. Make and receive calls, send texts, check your social media apps—it’s all still a tap away.
How you set up Continuum depends on what type of hardware you’ve got. Here’s what you’ll need to get started.
A TV or monitor with HDMI input.
A Windows 10 Mobile phone that’s compatible with Continuum.
A compatible accessory for connecting your phone to your TV or monitor.
A power outlet to plug in your dock or adapter.
*Use your Phone as a mouse during Continuum. To use your phone to control your connected screen, select Tap to control in the Continuum banner at the top of your screen. Then swipe your finger around the phone’s screen to move the cursor.
To connect using a wired dock:
Plug the dock into a power outlet.
If you’re connecting to a TV, make sure the TV’s input is set to HDMI.
Plug the dock into the HDMI port on your TV or monitor.
Plug your phone into the dock.
To connect using a wireless adapter:
Plug the adapter into a power outlet.
If you’re connecting to a TV, make sure the TV’s input is set to HDMI.
Plug the adapter into the HDMI port on your TV or monitor.
On your phone, swipe over to the All apps list, then select Continuum.
Select Set up. (You’ll only see this screen the first time you connect.)
Select Wireless, then select Connect.
On the Connect screen, select the name of the wireless adapter.
**** To get to more settings and options while you’re connected, tap the Continuum banner at the top of your phone screen, then tap More.
I hope these are helpful in a way. Send us a message in the contact page for any other help you need how to on. Or reply with a help or question in the comments page. Also return to this page as it’ll get updated with more help information.
“Uber starts operations in Ghana and you can enjoy the service by downloading the app from the Windows Store on your PC or Phone”.
Uber is an application based service that helps arrange transportation with independent third party transportation providers.
So what exactly does Uber do? They help people get a ride or offer a ride service. The app detects your location, tells you about your driver in advance, and you can choose to pay with card or cash.
Sign Up with your personal details (Name, email, mobile number, password, payment card)
Choose your pick-up location, request a ride and track your car in real-time
Are you feeling the Buzz and want to give it a go?
New to Uber and want to give it a try? Your 1st ride is free if you use promo code —> uberMCGH <— to sign up on the Uber app (up to GH₵15). Enjoy the ride! Try it and tell us what you think.
I went on an ride and shared my experience —> here. <— Check it out.
Young Female Coders from Ghana, other African nations and the Middle East share their experiences on coding and how they are making what is next.
In the video below 12 ladies share what’s it’s been like for them in a field mostly associated with the masculine gender. Selasi Gborgla and Nana Akosua Attuah from Ghana also speak on the subject.
A study suggest;
Computer code written by women has a higher approval rating than that written by men – but only if their gender is not identifiable, new research suggests. BBC Technology
Microsoft is committed to supporting many young girls, until “a coder” is not “a he” anymore.
The free Upgrade offer for windows 10 will end on July 29th 2016 as we approach the release of the anniversary update.
Windows 10 in the latest statistics, currently runs on over 300 million devices actively and gets better with more fine tunings and updates to the OS.
Windows 10 offers experiences that are familiar, safer and more secure, and more personal and productive – enabling innovative new experiences.
What this means for users is, if you have already upgraded to Windows 10 or bought a new device with Windows 10 already installed, you have nothing to worry about or do. You’ll receive the anniversary update and any other OS updates for free.
But if you are still using Windows 7, 8, XP, Vista or any other edition, you’ll have to buy Windows 10 when you decide you are ready to use it. After July 29th you can get windows 10 with a new device purchase or by purchasing a full version of Windows 10 home at $ 119.
Bryan Roper from the Windows team in a video has 10 reasons why you should upgrade now if you haven’t yet.
If you’ve already upgraded to Windows 10 – thank you. If you haven’t upgraded yet – we hope you’ll consider upgrading today.
DigiGirlz is a Microsoft YouthSpark program which gives middle and high school girls opportunities to learn about careers in technology, connect with Microsoft employees, and participate in hands-on computer and technology workshops.
Microsoft Ghana partnered with Airtel Ghana through it’s Evolve with STEM initiative for the first Ghana edition of DigiGirlz day.
DigiGirlz day took place at the iSpace Hub in Labone and had about 60 girls participating in the program. The program brought in to mentor the girls, Lucy Quist; Managing Director of Airtel Ghana, Elizabeth Patterson; founder and director of Girls Education Initiative of Ghana, Anita Erskine; founder of Brand Woman Africa, a media entrepreneur, TV & Radio host, Anne Amuzu; co founder Nandi Mobile, Larissa Bowen-Dodoo; founder of Levers in Heels, Florence Toffa; Director of Mobile Web Ghana and founder of Fime Project and others.
These mentors shared inspiring personal stories that’ll bring belief, empower and challenge the young future leaders to go into the technology industry. There was also an Hour of Code session where participants were taught how to code in HTML. The break out sessions dealt with topics like Effective and safer internet usage, Scams and email messages, Why STEM is important,
Derek Appiah Microsoft country manager about the program said;
Microsoft is committed to encouraging more women to join the ICT industry and we are inviting Ghanaian high school girls to discover the opportunities that exist for them in our industry. We want to demystify any belief that STEM is for boys so as to ensure that they make the right education choices now for the bright future that they deserve
It’s been an exciting time spent with all the participants of DigiGirlz today. I am encouraged by their curiosity, passion and determination throughout the session.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) is an enabler for creativity and problem solving in young people which is why we launched the Evolve with STEM initiative to inspire belief, empower and transform mindsets of young people towards STEM.
We are proud to be associated with DigiGirlz, which aligns with Evolve with STEM. It is great to see organizations like Microsoft, a technology giant, support initiatives to empower young people through STEM
, swipe over to the All apps list, then select Settings > Accounts > Your email and accounts and your created Microsoft account. (You can now use any email account you have, Yahoo, Gmail, etc. Once you sign that up as your Microsoft Account).
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