Telecom
How to ‘Getaway’ with…Wiko!
There’s this new show on television that’s the rave of the moment right now. It’s called ‘How to Get Away with Murder’. It’s a really amazing show; drama, intrigue and a whole lot of suspense. It’s a great show really; you should try it.
Anyway, back to the matter.
French mobile phone giant, Wiko Mobile has unveiled a new device that reiterates this company’s market strategy. I mean, when these guys say ‘premium device at a lower cost’, they really aren’t joking.
The phone is called the Wiko Getaway and is positioned as ‘style and performance you’d be proud to show off’.
I can say right off the bat that this IS a phone to be proud of; more on style and performance in the following paragraphs.
Packaging:
The device comes securely packaged in a see-through fibre-glass container; definitely a step up from the very basic hard-paper packaging that a lot of other phones come in, including some of their older models.
A sticker which captures a few of the phone specs, runs across the bottom and on the back.
What’s In The Box?
– One Wiko Getaway smartphone
– One pair of earphones
– Tangle-proof charging cable
– Wall adapter
– Three SIM card adapters
– Sim-tray opener
– Manual
– Warranty booklet
Hardware: Look And Feel
This phone is definitely stylish. Not to throw shade at any of the other smartphone manufacturers but this phone comes with a lot of the hardware features that the more expensive brands boast of; Aluminum bezel, textured mock-leather back casing, thinness (7.2mm), lightness (133g) and a beautiful IPS display.
A Gorilla glass screen means it is completely scratch-proof.
It also comes with dual-SIM slots, a 13 megapixel back camera and 5 megapixels on the front, which are both fantastic.
I’d have to do a whole other review of just the camera and its features.
Three capacitive touch buttons line the bottom of the device just above the beautiful rose-gold metal front bezel.
The overall look is simply beautiful look at; I can just imagine what a white and gold version would look like.
Another thing I love about the hardware is the location of the volume rockers; it makes for much easier access considering it’s a rather large and long device.
With the Rainbow and a lot of other phones that have the volume rockers closer to the top, you’d have to constantly move your hand up and down to adjust the volume or engage the use of the second hand; quite the inconvenience if you’re a seasoned one-hander.
Software:
Although the phone doesn’t have that many distinctive features, it’s a pleasant enough experience software-wise.
It comes loaded with stock Android which means the UI isn’t customized at all so if you’re not a fan of stock android, you should consider downloading a launcher on the Google Playstore (I’m a huge fan of Go Launcher).
On speed and fluidity, the 1.3GHz quad-core processor performs beautifully.
There’s been no lag so far and apps run super-smooth.
Battery life is AMAZING. The phone comes with a non-removable battery which is known to last longer.
One charge lasts me about 20 hours running on Wi-Fi and with email and a number of apps in full use.
Technological Specifications:
Technology: GSM/HSPA4G/LTENoSIMDual SIM (Micro SIM/Nano SIM, dual stand-by)
Weight: 133g; Display Type: IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16 M colours; Size: 5.0 inches (69.3% screen-to-body ratio); Resolution: 720 x 1280 pixels (294 ppi pixel density); Screen Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 2; Operating System: Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat); CPU: Quad-core 1.3 Ghz Cortex-A7 Memory; Internal: 16 GB / 1 GB RAM; External: microSD, up to 32 GB;
Camera: Front – 13 MP, 4128 x 3096 pixels, autofocus, LED Flash; Rear – 5 MP; Bluetooth: V 4.0; Radio: Stereo FM Radio; USB: Micro USB v2.0; Battery: 2000 Li-Po mAh battery
Comparison:
I did a quick side-by-side with an earlier model, the Wiko Rainbow which I currently use alongside my Blackberry (after upgrading from the Bloom).
The Rainbow is definitely heavier and slightly bigger/thicker. As for display quality; the difference is very clear.
Final Thoughts:
There’s this new phone on the market that’s the rave of the moment right now. It’s called the Wiko Getaway.
It’s a really amazing device; classy, lightweight and a whole lot of premium. It’s a great phone really; you should buy it. And the tip is: Order on Jumia for an extra 5% off.
Telecom
Celebrating African Creativity: Made by Africa, Loved by the World’ Returns for Its Fifth Year
The “Made by Africa, Loved by the World” campaign is back for its fifth year, celebrating African creativity and global influence. This year’s theme, “Where Culture Meets Connection,” highlights how social media fosters conversations around cultural moments worldwide.
The campaign features three cinematic films premiering on the Meta Africa page, showcasing the groundbreaking work and personal stories of six dynamic African creatives.
These artists, from Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, and South Africa, represent diverse disciplines, including rap, animation, dance, photography, fashion, and videography.
Here are some of the featured talents:
- Ladipoe (Nigeria) – A BET-nominated rapper known for blending global hip-hop with African rhythms.
- Fatboy Animations (Kenya) – An animation studio founded by Michael Muthiga, recognized by Forbes for its original African storytelling.
- Lisa Quama (Ghana) – A dancer who gained fame after appearing in Beyoncé’s “Already” music video.
- Gilbert Asante (Ghana) – A photographer and creative director featured in GQ and Glam Africa.
- David Tlale (South Africa) – A fashion designer whose bold designs have been showcased at major fashion events, including the Met Gala.
- Ofentse Mwase (South Africa) – A filmmaker with over 24 international awards for his unique visual storytelling.
Kezia Anim-Addo, Communications Director for Africa, Middle East & Turkey, emphasized that the campaign not only celebrates individual success stories but also showcases how culture and social media drive meaningful connections and inspiration.
Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON), has raised the alarm over a diesel supply crisis caused by an ongoing strike by the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG).
Mr Tony Emoekpere, president, ATCON in a statement said that the fuel supply disruption is critically affecting telecom base stations, pushing them to the brink of a shutdown and threatening millions of mobile and internet users in the region.
“This strike, which stems from the persistent harassment of tanker and petroleum product drivers by police officers in Lagos State, has effectively halted all truck loading operations and fuel movements,” Emoekpere stated.
He explained that diesel supply to telecom infrastructure has been severely impacted, leaving critical sites with dangerously low fuel levels.
According to him, if urgent measures are not taken, the situation could escalate into a full-blown network blackout, disrupting essential services, including mobile and internet access, business operations, emergency response systems, and daily communications.
ATCON has called on the governors of Lagos and Ogun states to intervene immediately by facilitating the release of diesel from depots to telecom operators to prevent further deterioration of the situation.
“This is not just a telecom issue—it is a national emergency that could cripple economic activities and compromise public safety,” Emoekpere stressed.
The association also appealed to security agencies and petroleum unions to resolve the crisis swiftly to safeguard Nigeria’s connectivity and economic stability.
ATCON emphasised that a prolonged disruption in fuel supply to telecom infrastructure could have far-reaching consequences for both businesses and individuals who rely on stable communication networks for daily operations.
In 2023, Nigerians spent a total of about ₦5.3 trillion on telecommunications services, which includes calls, data, SMS, and other telecom services, according to the Leadership.
Specifically for voice calls, Nigerians made approximately 408.5 billion minutes of local calls, generating around ₦3.28 trillion from outgoing calls and ₦3.23 trillion from incoming calls, totaling about ₦6.51 trillion in call-related revenue according to projections based on 2023 call volumes and tariff data.
However, the ₦5.3 trillion figure represents the overall telecom sector revenue, with voice calls being a major component but also including data and other services.
For individual spending, MTN subscribers spent an average of ₦2,508 monthly on voice calls in 2023, showing a 14.4% increase from 2022, while Airtel customers spent about ₦1,694 monthly on voice calls.
Total telecom spending (calls, data, SMS, etc.): ₦5.3 trillion in 2023
Estimated revenue from voice calls alone: around ₦6.5 trillion based on call minutes and tariffs
Average monthly spending on calls per subscriber: ₦1,694 to ₦2,508 depending on the network
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