Tech

Samsung to unveil new foldable Galaxy Z Series smartphones August 10

Published

2 years ago

July 20, 2022

World’s biggest mobile phone manufacturer, Samsung, will, on August 10, unveil its latest ‘iteration’ of the Galaxy Z Series which is expected to be called the Fold 4 and Flip 4.

In a statement announcing the upcoming smartphone, the South Korean tech giant said the innovation was part of its continued growth strategy to give the best to its customers.

“Innovation isn’t just about radical ideas; it’s about unlocking new experiences that transform our daily lives for the better,” a Samsung executive said in a statement while announcing the launching which will hold virtually.

“Meaningful innovations go beyond the technical and provide a platform upon which our every day lives become richer and more versatile — opening us up to greater possibilities than ever before,” he added.

The Galaxy Z Fold is the latest innovation to the Galaxy Z Fold 3 which was released last year and features a 7.6-inch main screen and 6.2-inch cover display, according to the specifications on the manual.

The expected Flip 4 remains the third model in the series as Samsung skipped a “2” version of the device to align it with the Fold 3, much like when it bypassed a Note 6 to align the now-defunct series with its flagship Galaxy S line-up.

Related Topics:Featured Samsung TECHNOLOGY

Click to comment

Tech

South Africa’s GoMetro bags UK Freight Innovation Fund grant for maritime transport

Published

14 hours ago

October 17, 2024

Isaac Dachen

The South Africa’s fleet management firm, GoMetro, has been selected for a $191,000 grant from the UK Freight Innovation Fund to accelerate its plans of introducing electric maritime transportation.

The startup which was founded by Justin Coetzee in 2014, is a B2B SaaS fleet management company that is provides an OEM-agnostic electrification management platform for bus and truck operators, thereby leading to decarbonisation.

Late last year, GoMetro had $11.5 million Series A funding round to help it further develop its platform in its key markets, and with the new grant, is looking to a new course in maritime transportation.

“The grant will be used to finance a six-month trial with leading UK logistics companies Maritime Transport and Welch’s Transport to implement GoMetro’s EV-FIT solution for electric vehicle (EV) fleet transformation and the GoMetro Bridge fleet management software platform,” said Coetzee in a statement.

“The grant is an amazing validation for GoMetro in the UK freight market, and implementing our solution with major logistics players is an incredible opportunity to show how our software platform can help fleet owners achieve better results,” Coetzee added.

He further stated that with its trial partners, GoMetro will be collecting and analysing fleet movement data for a chosen UK depot, from which they will identify critical vehicle and infrastructure specification needs.

Tech

Kenya’s auto-tech startup BuuPass expands system to new operators

Published

4 days ago

October 14, 2024

Isaac Dachen

Kenyan auto-tech startup, BuuPass, has announced the expansion of its Bus Management System (BMS) to new operators in a bid to further enhance transparency and operational efficiency for bus companies in the country.

Founded in 2016 by the duo of Sonia Kabra and Wyclife Omondi, BuuPass has grown from a B2B2C mobility marketplace to become a leader in digital ticketing and transportation management solutions that enables users to search, compare, and book travel tickets via web, app, or USSD, while its SaaS platform helps bus operators manage their operations, inventory, and sales.

“What we are witnessing is nothing short of a digital renaissance in bus operations. Our Bus Management Service isn’t just a tool—it’s the future of this industry,” said Kabra, who doubles as the CEO of the company.

“So far, BuuPass has sold over 16 million travel tickets and generated over US$100 million in total value of goods sold, while it has also taken part in the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa and been backed by the Google for Startups Black Founders Fund. It also acquired counterpart QuickPass earlier this year.

“The BuuPass BMS is designed to address the most pressing challenges faced by bus operators. At its core, the system enhances transparency and control by providing real-time visibility into all aspects of operations, from ticket sales to route performance.

“Among the newly enrolled operators are Abuya, Abandu, Shoreline, and Bin Ibrahim, serving crucial routes such as Nairobi-Garissa, Nairobi-Moyale, Nairobi-Busia, Mombasa-Busia, and Mombasa-Kitui.

“To ensure smooth integration, BuuPass provides these operators with scanning devices, computers, and digital printers, along with comprehensive training for their staff on system usage,” she said.