Scam texts have quietly become one of the most common threats on your phone. They arrive disguised as a missed delivery, an unpaid toll, or a "your account has been locked" alert, all engineered to catch you off guard. And they're not rare: as of late 2023, Americans were receiving an average of 19.2 billion spam texts per month, nearly three times the volume of 2021, and SMS scams now make up roughly 35% of all phishing attempts worldwide.
If you want to know how to stop scam texts for good, from the free settings already on your phone to the tool that blocks smishing automatically, this guide covers every method for both iPhone and Android.
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It was a Tuesday morning, and my phone was winning.
Seven unread WhatsApp messages, four of which were my mother forwarding prayer points. A calendar reminder for a meeting I had completely forgotten. Three bank alerts I was too afraid to open. An Uber driver calling to tell me he was 'right in front' while Google Maps showed him three streets away. And somewhere underneath all of that, an actual work task I needed to handle before 10am.
I don't think I am uniquely disorganised. I think this is just what it looks like to have a smartphone in 2025: the device that was supposed to simplify your life has quietly become a second job. You manage it. You tend to...
Nowadays, we often see that the latest Android devices from Samsung Galaxy, Huawei and others come with a specified mobile network. It suggests that you can only use your mobile for that certain carrier only.
Thus, in other words, your mobile phone is locked to only one cellular network and it is impossible to use it for any other service without unlocking it first.
So, how will you understand if your phone is locked for one mobile network? If your mobile phone comes with any carrier network’s SIM card, then it is most probably locked unless mentioned otherwise.
Now, the question that...
Finances are always a factor when buying anything, and mobiles are no exceptions. And whilst top-end flagship phones are going for close to 600,000 nowadays, there are plenty of budget options available.
In fact, there are more budget Android phones than ever on shelves, some for as low as 20,000. The real question though is whether those cheap Android phones are worth it, so let’s take a look...
It’s Cheap for a Reason
Let’s start with the basic truth: a cheap Android is cheap for a reason. That reason might not necessarily be a bad reason, but it’s there.
No matter what you...
Projectors are mostly used to watch videos and movies on a big screen, and most of the times these projectors come quite handy for presentations. In short, no matter how advanced we get, we still are going to need a projector at some point in our life, whether as a student or a professional. Now, we are pretty sure that most of you have used laptops so that you can connect them to the projectors and then give presentations but imagine giving a presentation on the projector without carrying a laptop?
We are sure that many of you would love...
Late 2017, the Infinix Zero 5 and Infinix Zero 5 Pro were launched with a lot of fanfare. These two smartphones replaced the duo of Infinix Zero 4 and Zero 4 Plus as the latest flagship from Infinix. We got a Sandstone Black unit from Gearbest and will be sharing our Infinix Zero 5 unboxing photos here. The smartphone was available on Gearbest for $279.99, but is now out of stock. It is however still available on Jumia, Click Here
The Infinix Zero 5 is promising more performance than its predecessor with a new processor and 6GB RAM, which is...
No one likes wires. But everyone has a phone, which has to be charged with a wire daily. And Jiji.ng has something that you will enjoy greatly, browse https://jiji.ng/mobile-phones for the best shopping experience. You may have heard of multiple wireless charging standards and charging pads or stands. So you know, wireless charging pads aren’t a new invention, but with Apple and Samsung, the entire category has suddenly become much more important and interest in this technology continues to grow. While your phone can work just fine with the wired charger it comes with, wireless pads allow you to...
Push notifications are rapidly becoming one of the most increasingly-implemented forms of marketing and promotion for businesses in all industries. A push notification is that little alert that pops up on your phone as part of your app, making its way to the home screen of a device.
Perhaps the notification is on your website after a user has accepted push notifications in their browser, allowing you to send through notifications and updates right to your user’s desktop. But you want to make sure that you’re giving your user’s what they want by making sure your content is perfect.
And here’s...
People definitely love to use headphones in their daily life. However, it is also true that some people tend to follow misconceptions about it just because they heard it somewhere. Well, in order to enjoy the full advantage of your investment in any product, it is necessary that you understand it properly.
Where to Buy Headphones
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There are several things that people consider wrong about Earphones. Sometimes people even underestimate the power of Earphones just because of their size. There is no actual rule of using such products.
There are so many people...
When it comes to phones the first thing we look for is security. Security is the first concern people have and everyone wants to keep their data and information protected.
Apple has ensured to keep security in mind before designing any software update. Apple looks into this matter deeply especially providing physical security.
Since Apple iPhones are pretty expensive and have a higher chance of getting stolen. In this regard, iPhone users need to be careful when saving their information. There are certain measures that should be taken by the iPhone users:
Set a Password
The first step to secure your phone is...
If you are thinking of buying a cell phone, you must have saved up some amount of money for it. It is important to know that you are going to use your hard earned money to buy that particular phone you have been dreaming of. This calls for one to put in mind some important things so that you buy the best cell phone.
Many a time people are carried away by advertisements that could be from the internet or from a friend which say $200 for a cell phone. Remember this is not the only price you are paying...
Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi is expected to unveil its 2018 flagship device, Xiaomi Mi7, at the upcoming MWC 2018 event. Amidst all this, we have got a glimpse of a render image of the upcoming Xiaomi Mi7, which was spotted on Weibo, a Chinese networking site. The leaked render image reveals the rear side of the upcoming device, equipped with a dual rear camera setup, aligned horizontally, accompanied by a flash LED. Apart from this, a fingerprint scanner is also present. This indicates that the upcoming Xiaomi flagship device will have a full edge-to-edge display on the lines of...
Do you want to know the identity of an unknown number that is calling you or texting you? A reverse phone lookup app might just be what you need on your mobile phone. With nearly 7.1 Billion (approx.) mobile phone users in the world, it is difficult to identify an unknown phone number calling you or sending you text messages on your cell phones.
Searching that phone number on a telephone directory can be a very cumbersome job and while looking for a phone number on Caller ID, you often wonder who’s number it is? From where is the user...
The iPhone 8 Plus was the bigger sibling of Apple's 2017 flagship iPhone 8. It shows off similar premium design and same powerful processor, but comes with dual-lens rear camera setup. For the latest offering from Apple see iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Mini, and iPhone 12 Pro Max.
Where to Buy iPhone 8 Plus
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iPhone 8 Plus Key Specs & Features
5.5-inch IPS Display, 1080 x 1920 pixels (401 ppi)
Apple A11 Bionic Chipset
3GB RAM
iOS 11 (upgradeable to iOS 13)
Water...
Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PD is an upgrade of the PowerCore+ 26800 with a Power Delivery (PD) USB Type C port that recharges its internal battery three times faster. While the earlier model charges in about 11 hours, this updated PD model charges in about 4.5 hours. With a built in USB Type C port that can supply up to 30W and a backup capacity of 26800 mAh, the Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PD can comfortably charge your USB Type C laptops.
Where to Buy Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PD
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Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PD...
Anker PowerCore+ 26800 is a premium high capacity power bank that is perfect for your Quick Charge 3.0 compatible devices. The massive 26,800 mAh backup capacity, means the power bank can charge your smartphone multiple times before needing a recharge. According to the manufacturer, the Anker PowerCore+ 26800 will charge your iPhone 13 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra multiple times. The portable charger can even charge the some compatible Macbook more than three times.
Where to Buy Anker PowerCore+ 26800
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Anker PowerCore+ 26800 Key Specs and Features
One micro...
Anker PowerCore II 20000 is one of the best portable power bank chargers today. Its 20000 mAh capacity makes it a solid choice if you are looking for a high capacity power bank for your compatible laptop or for a portable charger with enough backup to charge your smartphone multiple times during the course of a day. Anker PowerCore II 20000 can charge up to three devices at the same time and supports fast charging.
Where to Buy Anker PowerCore II 20000
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Anker PowerCore II 20000 Key Specs & Features
Two...
Anker is one of the leading brands if you are looking for a good quality portable charger (power bank) for your mobile devices. The Anker PowerCore II 20000 with a 20,000 mAh battery and its makers proprietary PowerIQ fast charging tech is one of the most popular high capacity power bank. We received the Anker PowerCore II 20000 power bank from O & O Gadgets, an official distributor of Anker products in Nigeria, and after using the device for about a week, we will be sharing our review.
Where to Buy Anker PowerCore II 20000
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We got a brand new Anker PowerCore II 20000 portable charger from O & O Gadgets, an official distributor of Anker products in Nigeria. Here we will be sharing the photos we took while unboxing the Anker PowerCore II 20000 as part of our review of one of the most popular portable power bank changers available today.
Where to Buy Anker Power Bank
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The device shipped in an Anker branded box.
Inside this box you will find the main blue box that houses the portable charger.
The package is wrapped in polythene bubble wrap,...
In today’s fast-paced, interconnected world, wireless charging technology is a real game-changer. It has made smartphone recharging safer and more convenient—no more dealing with tangled cords and enduring that mad hunt for a power socket just to extend a battery’s precious life.
Tech enthusiasts are eagerly waiting for more developments to unfold. For example, there’s the widely anticipated and speculated adoption of wireless charging for Apple devices. As of this writing, Apple is yet to come up with an iPhone model that supports wireless charging.
However, newer smartphone models have been riding the wireless wave. And with several misconceptions about wireless...
Jumia Ghana will be offering some massive deals and flash sales on Mobile Phones and Mobile Accessories in the biggest mobile sales event in Ghana for 2024. The sales event tagged, the Jumia Mobile Week is now replaced with Jumia Tech Week.
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Jumia Mobile Week is a time the online retailer in partnership with leading mobile phone brands offer massive deals on mobile phones and their accessories. In Ghana, Jumia is partnering...
We spend more time on our mobile devices than we ever have before. The number of smartphones sold every year is almost constantly on the rise, and with new apps and technologies developed every day, we can now have most of everything we could need in one little phone, from electronic payment solutions, to entertainment apps, and beyond.
The number one thing we all do more than anything on our mobile phones, is type. Yes, from texting your spouse about what groceries are missing, to chatting with your BFF over an instant messaging app, or sending that urgent email on...
The Samsung Galaxy A15 is an entry-level smartphone launched alongside the Galaxy A25 to bridge the market between mid-range devices and the recently launched...
