Telecom
Samsung Unveils S21 FE 5G Flagship Smartphone
Samsung Electronics welcomed the S21 FE 5G to the Galaxy S21 series on 11th of January into the Nigerian market. The S21 FE 5G is a smartphone that delivers select fan-favorite Galaxy S21 premium features in a well-rounded package to empower people to explore and express themselves.
It is equipped with some of the most-loved aspects of the Galaxy S21 — eye-catching design, powerful performance, pro-grade camera, and seamless ecosystem connectivity and yet more affordable.
“At Samsung, we are focused on bringing the latest mobile innovations to even more people,” said Donkyun Lee, Managing Director of Samsung Nigeria. “We saw an incredible response to Galaxy S20 FE and Galaxy S21 lineup.
“So we applied the same approach with S21 FE 5G, equipping it with the premium features that matter most to our loyal Galaxy fans — because we’re focused on delivering a smartphone that meets their most important needs.”
With a stylish and unified look, Samsung is giving consumers even more ways to express themselves with four new, fashionable color options — Olive, Lavender, White or Graphite — all of which include a stylish haze finish. And the S21 FE 5G features a sleek and slim 7.9mm-thick body, so it can easily slip into a pocket to keep up with any on-the-go lifestyle.
Power for When Fans Need It Most
The S21 FE 5G comes equipped with the same powerful processor used in the S21 series delivering an ultra-crisp, high-quality graphics and picture quality. The new 240Hz touch response rate takes games to new heights with lightning-fast reaction capabilities for gamers and streamers.
And those games will look incredibly smooth thanks to S21 FE 5G’s 120Hz refresh rate, which provides the highest resolution on a Dynamic AMOLED 2X display.
Long-lasting batteries are also a top priority for busy, on-the-go Galaxy users; so S21 FE 5G is outfitted with an all-day battery built to last from work to home and everywhere in between.
S21 FE 5G’s powerful battery is reinforced with 25W Super fast charging capabilities so you can charge your battery by more than 50% in just 30 minutes and enjoy the S21 FE 5G’s brilliant high-speed performance without interruption.
Photo Favorites for the Galaxy Fan
The Galaxy S21 is renowned for its industry-leading camera, and S21 FE 5G is equipped with the same pro-grade setup used to capture the world’s most vivid photos. Photography amateurs and pros-alike can effortlessly edit, post, and share scroll-stopping content.
It also includes an improved Night Mode setting compared to S20 FE. Now, users can enhance low-light shots while out with friends at night and capture super-clear photos in the darkest conditions. And when you want to get everyone in the shot, S21 FE 5G provides Samsung’s best selfie experience yet.
Use S21 FE 5G’s advanced 32MP front camera to snap a high-quality selfie of all your best friends. Then let its enhanced AI Face Restoration capabilities make you all look your best.
Plus, with Dual Recording, you can stay on top of the action in front of and behind you — just start recording, and your camera captures views from both lenses at the same time.
Truly Tailored and Secure Mobile Experience
Samsung believes a truly tailored experience goes beyond just look and feel. To ensure peace of mind, S21 FE 5G is built with a new privacy dashboard that brings security and privacy controls into one convenient place, making the experience of One UI 4 on the Galaxy S21 FE 5G as seamless as it is secure.
Official Launch
Samsung is relentless in ensuring that Fans and potential consumers alike do not need to break the bank in purchasing any Samsung device and has made several offers available from the 12th of January, 2022.
Availability
The Galaxy S21 FE 5G will be widely available through authorized Samsung retailers in varying memory sizes of 6GB RAM/128GB ROM and 8GB RAM/256GB ROM.
Telecom
NIGCOMSAT Plans Dedicated Satellite for Military Operations
Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) has revealed plans to launch a satellite into orbit, co-designed and dedicated to the Nigerian Army to enhance the military’s capabilities and boost operations.
Mrs Jane Egerton, managing director/chief executive officer, NIGCOMSAT disclosed this during a visit to Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, chief of army staff.
Mrs Egerton said the decision was taken considering the severity of the service being rendered by the Nigerian Army to the nation in the fight against emerging threats.
The NIGCOMSAT boss acknowledged the long standing relations with the Army and its zeal in tackling security challenges in the country.
She noted that the partnership between the two bodies is expected to have far-reaching implications for the country’s military operations and national security and leverage satellite technology to drive economic growth and development.
In his remarks, the COAS stressed the need to partner with the NIGCOMSAT to enhance communication capabilities and improve military operations.
Lagbaja said the partnership was crucial to providing reliable and secure communication services and enabling the Nigerian Army to access a wide range of satellite-based services, including telecommunications, navigation, and surveillance, which will significantly improve its operational efficiency and effectiveness.
The army chief lauded the vital role of NIGCOMSAT, which serves as a formidable foundation for NA operations, especially in the North-East and North-West regions.
He reiterated the Nigerian Army’s commitment to Executive Order 5 of President Bola Tinubu compelling departments and agencies to patronise made-in-Nigeria goods.
He described NIGCOMSAT products as top-notch and affirmed his desire to expand the frontier of cooperation and partnership that exists between NIGCOMSAT and the Nigerian Army.
Nigerian Army chief also pledged to support the communication company in the launch of its new satellite into space to improve NA operations.
Telecom
Elon Musk’s SpaceX Doubles Price for Starlink Global Roaming Plan
SpaceX’s Starlink has announced a significant price increase for its global roaming plan, which provides satellite internet service worldwide.
This plan has been used by subscribers to access Starlink in countries where the service is not officially available, such as Ghana.
Last week, subscribers to the “Mobile – Global” plan received emails from SpaceX informing them of the price increase.
Previously, United States users paid $200 per month for the service, but this will now double to $400 per month.
The new rate takes effect on August 16 for existing customers, while new customers will face the increased price immediately.
In addition to the US, the price hike affects other countries. An Australian user reported an increase from 300 Australian dollars to 670, while a customer in Zambia noted a similar rise.
SpaceX has been addressing the use of the global roaming plan in African countries where Starlink is not yet officially available.
Last month, the company emailed subscribers in Africa to clarify that the “Mobile – Regional” plans are intended for temporary travel, not permanent use.
This prompted concerns from NGOs, who urged SpaceX to maintain Starlink access in Sudan amid internet blackouts caused by civil conflict.
Feed The Future
Despite the increase in the global plan, the “Mobile – Regional” roaming plan remains at $150 per month.
SpaceX has also raised prices on other plans.
Some US residential subscribers have seen their monthly fee increase from $90 to $120, which the company attributes to changing capacity limits in their areas.
In Ghana, the administrative processes for licensing Starlink are underway.
Starlink, owned by SpaceX, operates a network of low-Earth orbit satellites providing high-speed broadband internet.
The standard residential internet service costs $120 per month for unlimited data, with a one-time equipment fee ranging from $599 to $2,500.
Currently, Starlink is available in seven African countries: Mozambique, Eswatini, Zambia, Malawi, Kenya, Rwanda, and Nigeria.
However, a growing black market has enabled users to bypass local restrictions.
Reports have surfaced that SpaceX is cracking down on unauthorized access to Starlink in countries where it is not approved by regulators.
Customers in Sudan, Zimbabwe, and South Africa have received notifications that their access will be terminated by the end of the month.
Telecom
Airtel Wins Big at Maiden ICAN-NGX Awards
Airtel Africa, telecommunications provider in Africa with its stock trading on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NGX), emerged as a major winner at the inaugural edition of the ICAN-NGX Awards, carting away the Most Outstanding in Financial Reporting and the overall gold across all categories, amidst other nominations.
These honors were announced at a special ceremony held last Friday, at the NGX headquarters in Lagos.
Organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) in collaboration with NGX Regulation Limited (NGX RegCo), the awards recognized excellence in corporate reporting among the top 30 most capitalized companies listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange for the 2022 financial reporting year.
Airtel Africa stood out among other nominees in the areas of Financial Reporting, Corporate Governance, and Sustainability Reporting.
In the highly competitive Financial Reporting Category, Airtel Africa was recognized as Most Outstanding, edging out industry giants such as Dangote Cement Plc, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, MTN Nigeria Communications Plc, Seplat Energy Plc, Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc, and Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc.
Speaking on the awards, Group Chief Executive Officer, Airtel Nigeria, Carl Cruz, expressed gratitude for the awards while restating the organization’s enduring commitment to promoting transparency and accountability for the benefit of all stakeholders.
“At Airtel, we strive to set the benchmark for excellence in financial reporting and corporate reporting, and these awards validate our efforts in this regard. We have been deliberate in maintaining a painstaking dedication to transparency for the sake of our shareholders, which is also how we keep our promises to our shareholders,” he said.
Airtel Africa also received the Gold Award in the Corporate Reporting Category. This award, according to Mr. Cruz, underscored Airtel’s culture of fair business practices.
“Today’s recognition reminds us to keep upholding the fundamental principles of integrity, accountability, and ethical conduct across all facets of its operations,” he noted.
In his remarks at the award ceremony, the Chief Executive Officer, NGX Regulation Limited, Mr. Olufemi Shobanjo, stressed the significance of the award, highlighted the importance of transparency and accountability in building a more productive market environment.
“It is noteworthy that integrity is an important drive in ensuring a successful business. In this vein, the Corporate Reporting Award underscores our collective commitment to fostering a capital market that operates on principles of transparency, integrity, and excellence,” he said.
While sharing this positive sentiment regarding the awards, Innocent Okwuosa, the 59th President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), expressed optimism about the future of corporate reporting in the country.
“As sustainability evolves and with Nigeria adopting IFRS S1 and S2 of International Sustainability Standard Board (ISSB),” he said, “it is expected that the corporate reporting in Nigeria will get better and better.”
Airtel Africa remains committed to promoting accountability, transparency, and sustainability in its operations.
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