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Unless and until you are someone who drives a Rolls Royce or a Bentley, then it goes without saying that cabin noise is definitely something that you will face with your automobile no matter what. It's pretty astonishing how car companies are investing and coming up with advanced and modern technology to improve their cars. Yet, a simple thing like cabin noise still isn't fixed. Cabin noise is something that is immensely irritating and will surely ruin your ride. And Also Your Sound System: Growing up when we had our first car, almost all of us can admit the guilty pleasure of...

A well-equipped garage can make car work easier and more possible to do by yourself. If you like doing mechanical work or simply want to have something available to use whenever there are issues with your car, some essential garage tools can be super handy. With the right tools, working on your car becomes an enjoyable task. Plus, you save up a lot on repair costs done at an auto repair shop. Here are some of the best tools to have in your home garage. Screwdriver Set Photo by Jack Douglass on Unsplash Along with a set of car gadgets for better...

When you first bought your laptop, it loaded every page with lightning speed, and you stared at that big cinematic screen for hours working, binge-watching the latest series, or playing games. It gave you that feel-good feeling that you can't explain, whenever you pulled it out of your bag in public. Unfortunately, every good story always has a bad patch, so as the years rolled by your laptop engine started getting clogged by unnecessary files, bugs, and cache data. To be honest, nothing is more annoying than a slow laptop that takes forever to load a single window. However, we've carefully compiled...

It's no secret that the costs of owning a vehicle span far further than the initial purchase price. You'll also need to pay monthly premiums for auto insurance, budget for car maintenance services, consider fuel costs, and keep some funds aside for potential repair needs. These costs can all add up substantially over time, which is why vehicles are classed as liabilities rather than assets. But even so, there are ways to effectively reduce the costs of owning a car, and we've listed them for you. Home Auto Repairs and Maintenance Car Maintenance and repairs are one of the most substantial costs of...

Have you ever tried to replace a battery for your iPad or smartphone, only to end up with a terrible battery repair that wasted your time and money. With poor market regulation in Nigeria's tech industry, it is easy to get away with selling substandard phone batteries. This makes many people fall victim to bad battery replacements for their phones, and ultimately damage their phones. The truth is, quality phone battery replacement is very easy to get and sometimes all without leaving the comfort of your bed. I’d love to share a new way you can save time, money and enjoy peace of mind replacing your...

Automotive industry happens to be a leading economic sector when it comes to revenue. The industry includes companies and organizations that are involved in designing and developing, manufacturing, marketing and selling of motor vehicles. Companies in the automotive sector produce and manufacture car spare parts along with the accessories other than engines and its parts, tyres, batteries and chassis. However, the assembling of these parts do not belong to this ever growing sector. To make it simple, the manufacturers basically supply and produce parts and accessories in order to enable the OEM manufacture a complete vehicle and replacement components for dealerships. Present...

While certain repairs and maintenance are best left to the pros, there are many car maintenance procedures college students can do on their own. Learning how to perform basic car maintenance not only saves you money today, but it can also prevent costly repairs down the road.  It's also easy for college students to learn which fluids to use, specifications, and other maintenance information. The information for your car's maintenance requirements will be in the vehicle's owner's manual. No manual? No problem. Looking up a car's recommended maintenance schedule online is simple, and you can even get an idea of how...

Breaking your Smartphone can be a real pain, but having a bad phone repair after paying lots of money is worse. Before I tell you the extent to which fake phone parts have flooded the Nigerian market, let me share Mr. Austin, Mrs. Anu, and Mr. Dare’s story with you. Mr Austin Mr. Austin is a bank manager who prides himself on the way he looks and the way he presents himself. He woke up one morning angry; he had just broken his Samsung S10 phone screen the previous night. To him, his life and daily activities were on a standstill pending the...

Air conditioners have become an integral part of our daily lives. Many of us cannot function without them, especially on hot days. But part of the reason they work so efficiently is regular cleaning and maintenance, and cleaning the condenser coils is vital to how well the system works. The condenser coils release heat from the air conditioning system into the atmosphere to ensure there is no overheating. They also condense the refrigerant during the cooling process. However, they get dirty over time because of their location in the outdoor unit. Therefore, cleaning your air conditioner once or twice a year...

In order to ensure an efficient running of your power generator you must ensure that you follow the right procedure to turn it on. This post provides information on how to start a generator. Consult your generator manual for specific instruction on how to start your generator. Where to Buy Power Generators Jumia Nigeria – See Offers You may also be interested in Generator Price. Step 1: Take Generator to a Well Ventilated Environment Ensure that your generator is outside the house in a well ventilated environment protected from the elements. With news of people dying of carbon monoxide suffocation every week in Nigeria this...

If you are leading an aircraft maintenance service and want to win your clients over by providing them 100% satisfaction, then you have to be much disciplined. There are two major things an aircraft maintenance team usually keeps in mind. The first thing is meeting the safety standards to make sure that everything is done securely and the aircraft is safe to fly. And the second thing is meeting client expectations. If you want to achieve these two things, then your team will have to work hard on training and will have to gain more experience as well. Using the latest...

Are you tired of expensive out-of-warranty android and iPhone repairs that leave your pocket dry? Accidental damages due to handling (for example, dropping your phone) are not covered by your warranty. These type of repairs could be very expensive, so most people use phone cases and screen protectors to protect their phones. In this article, you will learn how to make your phone unbreakable and save thousands of Naira in repair costs. You'll also hear from people who have tried this new way and how it helped them. The Truth About Protecting Your Phone From Falls You need a bulky, expensive phone case...

Running a business involves a lot of things, and when you are in the manufacturing business, you have to keep an eye on optimizing different processes. PCB boards are commonly used in the manufacturing service to assist a wide array of processes. There are two paths that a manufacturing company can take from there. The company can build a whole new department, buy specialized equipment, and hire an in-house team to fulfill their needs. Or, on the other hand, it can outsource these needs to a PCB manufacturing service so that it doesn’t have to spend any money or waste...

There is a fuel injector fitted in most vehicles. The main job of injector is to supply fuel to the engine. However, just like any other machinery, a fuel injector can start malfunctioning at any time. It can either cease to spray fuel to the engine or the interval of spraying could be messed up by chance. How do Fuel Injectors Work? Before we talk about its functionality, let us first learn about the brief definition of a car Fuel Injector. It is basically an electronically controlled mechanical device that is responsible for spraying, or in other terms, we can call...

Every automobile has a lifeblood that permits vehicle transmission called the transmission fluid. This fluid plays important roles like actuating gear changes via hydraulic pressure and removing heat from the internal components for transmission. Without transmission fluid, your vehicle is paralyzed. And that’s why it’s a cause for alarm when it starts to leak. Plus, it is a costly problem to fix. This article will provide you with the most common symptoms and causes of transmission fluid leak and how you can fix them. Read on! Symptoms of Transmission Fluid Leak Low Transmission Fluid Level If there is a transmission fluid leak in your...

It is indeed a very hectic thing to deal with the old accessories of your car or cars that have gone beyond repair. However, in order to make things easier for car owners, car wrecker services are certainly a blessing. These professionals are extremely well equipped in their works and are aware of how to handle the heavy duty machineries. Also, they do the fittings right as well as remove the old and unused parts in an efficient way. Instead of trying to manage somehow with the old cars, you can always take up the services or professional car wreckers who...

Travel by car is never cheap and seldom avoidable. Whether running errands, commuting to and from work or going on a cross-country road trip, you should strive to find ways to save. Gas mileage savings is not just good for your wallet. By cutting back on gas consumption you can do your part to increase the health of the environment. Here are 10 Ways to Save on Gas Mileage. 1. Keep Your Car Healthy Cars, like people, need regular check-ups. Have your car tuned, filters replaced and oil changed on a regular schedule. Ask a trusted mechanic to look over your vehicle, including...

Automobiles are a key part of life to many people all over the world, they get us to and from work, school, sports and more. Everyday millions of cars hit the road, and over time their parts can become weak or over used. Therefore, it is important to help preserve our automobiles by helping to extend the lifespan of essential car parts. Maintenance is a necessary factor for extending the life of any vehicle. If basic oil changes and battery replacement are not being performed, you could end up severely damaging more than expected, resulting in more trips to the shop. While...

The headlight of the car is the part that guides the driver to drive on a path smoothly in nights, in fog, in rains at first, after that only driver needs the rear mirrors and side mirrors help to drive. If the headlight of the car is not working the person will not only be unable to drive properly, but there are high chances that they might get charged with a fine for that and in the worst scenario, one can collide with the other vehicles on the road and this can lead to a serious miss happening. So do not...

No one likes it when their battery gives up on them, especially when they need it the most. It's stressful, frustrating, and, to be honest, very costly! However, many times, you can recondition a car battery instead of replacing it. Even though it is an essential fact to know, many people are unfortunately unaware of it. Consider it an automobile hack, if you will! Reconditioning your car battery if it does not hold a charge is more straightforward than most people might assume. If you're interested to know how this works, which you should be, let's talk about the nitty-gritty of...

It is not new for any car owner to understand that its brakes are one of the most important parts of their automobile. The proper functioning of the brakes is one of the most important requirements for the safety of the people inside the car. Brake pads are made of steel and feature a thick friction material on one side. Usually found in disc braking systems, brake pads are responsible for working alongside a brake disc that helps in reducing the speed of the car. The brake pads go through wear and tear every time they are used. So, this...

Regardless of whether you live close to the coast, in the desert, or in tropical areas, the climate can affect your car in various ways. For instance, your car can start aging prematurely especially for those living in coastal areas, in humid areas, or snowy areas. This means that you’ll have to spend a lot of money on paint repair jobs. During winter, most states will use salt to help combat icy roads not to forget the efforts it takes to scrape off ice from your ride. Ultimately, this can leave your car with scratches or corrosion. Good car cleaning...

What tool do you use to translate the OBD interface in your car? While there are many microcontroller choices in the market, there are some elite ones. The ELM327 scanner is one of them. In this article, we will look at the ELM327 scanner. We will go through what it can do, how you can use it, and what to look for when choosing the best for your needs. What is an ELM327 Scanner? Simply put, the ELM327 scanner acts as an interface! It connects your vehicle's ECU (Electronic Control Unit) and an external viewing device such as a laptop, or a smartphone. When...

Old water stains on your tan car seats can drive you crazy. If they're not taken care of properly, they can become permanent and complicated to remove. In this post, we will discuss the best tips that you can use to remove water stains from your car's upholstery, cloth, and leather seats. We will also advise how to prevent water stains from occurring in the future. What Causes Water Stains on Car Seats? Water stains on tan car seats are caused by one of three things: Allowing hot water to dry on tan car seats: Can cause a chemical reaction that will leave...

Ah, Won ti gba mi (ah, i have been defrauded) This is a common song most Lagosian sing when they try to get their phone fixed in Lagos. But as a phone engineer, what can I do. My name is Oluwatosin Oginni. And this is my story. I have been a Smartphone engineer for the past 5 years. Like most young agile Nigerians, I had the vision to make a difference in the phone industry. I had four core values in mind: Integrity Efficiency Speed Consistency. But upon joining the workforce, I discovered things were not as it seemed. Also read: How To Get...

Generators are very essential in Nigeria because of epileptic power supply. To ensure your generator lasts longer than a year or two there are a few thing you should do and others you should not do. Here is a few tips on how to and how not to operate your electric generating set. Where to Buy Power Generators Jumia Nigeria – See Offers Power Generator - Dos Do the following to your power generator for its longevity: Fill your generator crankcase with recommended engine oil Start generator using manufacturer’s laid down procedure Stop your generator according to manufacturer instruction Always keep your generator dry ...

Now that you have put in the needed effort and money to buy your dream power generator, it is now time to ensure that you run the generator according to the expectation of the manufacturer. How long an electric power generator set can serve you depends on how well you use and maintain it. Where to Buy Power Generators Jumia Nigeria – See Offers Some people leave their generator at the mercy of the elements; they starve it of engine oil and the worst of it all they overload the poor generator. Yet they expect their generator to respond when called to duty. This...

An electric generator must be stopped in a certain way in order to ensure its continued service. This post provides information on how to turn off a power generator. Except in an emergency shut down, the procedure below should always be followed when you want to stop your generator. Where to Buy Power Generators Jumia Nigeria – See Offers You may also be interested in Generator Price. Step 1: Disconnect Load The first thing to do is to isolate generator from the load. This you do by first switching the transfer switch to the neutral position or/and removing connector from panel receptacle. Never shut down...

Nigerians now rely on electric generators for powering their homes and businesses. This has led to an upsurge in the use of generators. Poor awareness on how to use a generator has led to deaths from generator fumes. One fact that generator owners and users must know, is that generator fumes kill hence generators must be operated outside the main building where people reside with its exhaust pipe facing the open air. Where to Buy Power Generators Jumia Nigeria – See Offers | Konga – See Offers The rate of generator fume casualties have made it necessary for NaijaTechGuide to give this simple advice generator fumes...

Here are a few maintenance tips for your air conditioner. Read the manufacturer’s user manual and follow all maintenance recommendations provided. In the user manual you will also find information about the good operation and features of your AC. Where to Buy Air Conditioners Jumia.com.ng from ₦105,000.00 Buy Now Overtime dusts accumulate on your air conditioner filter. This will reduce the ability of the filter to clean the air circulating in the room. Air conditioners are not just for cooling they also clean the air. For this to happen, the filter must be clean. Once in a while remove the filter and...

Refrigerators are usually long or medium term investments in the home and should be properly taken care of. In this page we will provide you with some simple tips on refrigerator maintenance. Emphasis is on preventive maintenance. Where to Buy Refrigerators Jumia.com.ng from ₦65,000.00 Buy Now Related Topics: Buying a Fridge Guide to buying an air conditioner Authorised air conditioner & fridge dealers in Nigeria Accredited LG air conditioner & fridge dealers Fridge Brands Solar powered fridge & freezers Fridge Installation & placement issues The first rule in the maintenance of your refrigerator or any other gadget for that matter is to read...

Introduction The 3.6 Pentastar engine was introduced for the Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge vehicles about a decade ago. This machine is quite durable, as the 3.6 Pentastar engine’s life expectancy is over 200,000 miles without much difficulty. Nonetheless, there are some common technical faults that you might experience while using a 3.6 Pentastar. Therefore, it is best to be prepared so that these challenges will not come as a shock to you. Read on to know the three typical Pentastar 3.6 engine issues, as well as their causes and solutions. 1. Cylinder Head Failure Cylinder head failure was common in the initial release of...

Over the years, we have learned the importance of tires and how they affect the function of our vehicles. Tires are connective points between the car and the road and are essential for the movement of all vehicles. Car tires are connected using the axles and central shaft. There are so many features that make up this rubbery uniqueness, and every car owner should know little or more about these features. There is so much to learn about tires; we will discuss everything you need to know about them most clearly and comprehensively due to this educational need. We understand that...

Maintaining your air-conditioning unit will give you a lot of benefits such as saving money and energy. Through cleaning your air-conditioning unit regularly, you’ll be able to extend its lifespan. The essence of regularly cleaning your air-conditioning unit means making sure that it is operating at the highest efficiency level. The primary purpose of your air-conditioning system is to dissipate heat and help spread cool air around your room. The compressor of your air-conditioning system removes the heat-laden vapor from the evaporator which helps to cool the air in the inside. Here are ten steps to maintain your air-conditioning unit: Step 1:...

A ceramic coat is a liquid polymer that’s applied on a car’s exterior and serves to chemically bond with the car’s paint to create a protective layer over it. This coat forms a permanent bond with the car’s paint which helps to decrease and prevent scratches or imperfections in the paint. As such, it doesn’t break down or wash away, neither does it need to be applied repeatedly. A single application is enough. With that definition of what a ceramic coat is, here are some few things you need to know about what it can do for you: 1. It Protects Your...

A car may shake during acceleration for various reasons. While the major reasons can range from simple issues to severe ones, car shakes during acceleration might be a clear signal of an impending issue. Technically, identifying the problem’s source as early as possible will help you a great deal in saving money, both for repairs and replacements. This article explores the various reasons that might cause your car to shake during acceleration, including how to fix it. Without any further ado, let us get straight into it! Top 8 Reasons Your Car Shakes When Accelerating 1. Unbalanced Tires A primary reason your car might...

Are you scared of paying high repair service fees for natural damages when your phone is out of warranty? Carlcare is here with a beneficial plan to help you extend warranty repair service for your TECNO, Infinix, and itel phones for an additional one year. Carlcare, the official customer service provider for TECNO, Infinix, and itel mobile phone users,  is popularly known for providing top-notch phone repair service for its customers globally. In the past, Carlcare has pushed a series of value-added services to compensate its customers, and this new "365days Extended Warranty Service" is said to give the customers and...

When you have a car - any kind of car - it's natural to want to take care of it. That's how things work with automobiles. They're not the cheapest things out there, and whether it's our first car or the fifth one, we want to make sure it's well taken care of regardless of the circumstances. So when something is wrong with out vehicle, we want to make sure everything is spotless and without any worries. Ideally, this is where car mechanics arrive and fix everything. They can take a bit to look at our vehicle and assess what's wrong,...

My attention was drawn to the story of a lady that got arrested in Ibadan after she got her phone fixed by a phone engineer  What happened? The police told her that she had used her sim card for fraudulent activities. After some investigation, she discovered that the time the activity was carried out was the same time and date she dropped her phone for repair.  After spending more than 24hours in jail, the police were finally able to apprehend the phone engineers who perpetrated the act and released her.  This story is sad but thank God they were able to apprehend the...

Fix Your Cracked iPhone Screen From ₦3000 In Lagos You might have heard that quality cell phone repair in Lagos is expensive and difficult to get. The truth is, quality cell phone repair is very easy to get and sometimes all without leaving the comfort of your bed. I’d love to share a new way you can save time, money and enjoy peace of mind getting an iphone repair or a Samsung Galaxy repair. This way you can protect yourself and your loved ones from the terrible fate of fake repairs. Are You Tired of Fake iPhone Repairs? Have you ever needed...

As a Nigerian, you probably have heard a popular song by Fela Kuti.  Water no get enemy. Well, that might be true in most cases. Because without water, we would all be dead today. But some things are water enemies. One of these things is your smartphone. You can say that a smartphone's greatest enemy is water. Because once the water enters the phone, the phone goes off immediately.   No matter how good and expensive a smartphone is, it doesn’t know how to swim. With all the outdoor activities that go on in our daily lives, keeping your phone above...

Our computers are apart for everyday life now. Desktops and portable laptops have helped shape our present and future lifestyles. We are so heavily reliant on computers to such a depth that personally, I cannot imagine a single day without my devices. But unfortunately, nothing in this world is made perfect. Even these wonderful PCs that we own, sometimes develops a number of issues. So, before you collect your problematic computer and push to the nearest service center, go through this article first. Here, I have listed a bunch of common PC problems faced by computer owners and their solutions. Who...

Car repairs can be incredibly expensive. One minor issue can snowball into a thousand-dollar fix if you are not equipped to diagnose the situation early on. Whether you're a novice when it comes to car repairs or someone who has had experience with automotive upkeep, you probably want to do all that you can to avoid another costly trip to the mechanic. The good news is, regular maintenance of a vehicle can prevent you from spending hundreds of dollars on repairs, and extend your car's lifespan. You may not feel confident in your automotive skills, but luckily, you can learn to...

People who own a motorcycle need not be reminded about how important it is to them. For those who use it on a regular basis, it is important that their motorcycle stays in its best shape. While the hundreds of different models have several unique maintenance requirements, one thing common amongst all motorcycles is the maintenance of the battery. The motorcycle battery is the most important component of your ride. Stats suggest that the global battery market is about $50 Billion US. So, if you want to keep riding smoothly, without encountering any problems, the battery needs to be functioning fully. You...

Travers, Dell Technologies boss, lauds TD Africa’s Tech Experience Centre Nicholas Travers, Director, Central and West Africa, Dell Technologies, has expressed delight over the expected launch of the Tech Experience Centre, an ambitious technology project that will bridge the gap to cutting-edge technologies for millions of Nigerians. Specifically, he revealed that the project will save the huge costs and capital flight while also boosting technology adoption in Nigeria. Equally important, Travers hailed TD Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa’s foremost tech, lifestyle and solutions distributor for the landmark initiative. Further, he disclosed that Dell Technologies, a partner on the project and one of the global...

These days our work is processed through a system of digital methods. It is sure and certain that you have grown accustomed to using computer or laptop for work as they make you more productive. If you use computer or laptop running the Windows 10 at a stretch for a long time like six months or something more, then you must have an experience regarding the issue of Stop Code System Thread Exception Not Handled. Generally, this particular issue comes to your computer when the computer or laptop runs only on Window 10. If BDOS errors occur in your computer, then...

Have you ever had a problem with your computer, and your first course of action was to search online for solutions? On the other hand, you may have seen a message from scammers when surfing online that your device has a dangerous virus. Some even call you on your phone, claiming to be from a known company that deals with computer security software. It would help if you did not fall for such trickery since these are fraudsters after your hard-earned money. Here is how you can fall victim to online computer repair scams and how to avoid them. 1) Searching...

Getting error messages on laptop is quite common. In fact, people get them all the time. So, instead of panicking over the situation, it is better to note down the error message along with the code number. Alternatively, you can take a screenshot of the message. Identifying the source of the error message is very important if you want to fix it. Find out what you were doing just before you got the message. Did you open a new app or program? Were there too many programs running simultaneously on your laptop? Does the error message include the name...

You may sometimes have faced difficulties which prevents you from accessing DLL Files from your Computer system. These are the usual errors which all of us surely don’t want to face. Most of Windows users face this DLL error which is related to your DLL file which usually affects the files having .DLL file extension. Now, the question is that what exactly is DLL. DLL stands for Dynamic Link Libraries. These are the external part of the applications which usually run on the Windows operating systems. The DLL error arises when  one or more  DLL files are deleted, moved, or...

AC (Air Conditioner), the name just brings the calmness to the face. The world has seen many technological uplifts, and just as high-tech gadgets.With the latest innovations continuously improve lives, new AC technologies & AC Repair Services have set the fulcrum for many technical hubs. Looking for the different problems of the customers, the AC maintenance team always come up with the active solutions providing quality some AC services. Where to Buy Air Conditioners Jumia Nigeria – See Offers | Amazon – See Offers The solutions are many and people often ignore the trustworthy ones. When the AC gives you the not...

If you have invested a lot of your money in an air compressor, you should know how to maintain it and keep running it well. That's where you would need an air compressor oil so that your air compressor runs as you want it whenever you need it. It works just like oil in your car and needs to be changed regularly. But what does the air compressor exactly do that we have to change it frequently? Let's find out! Importance of changing Air Compressor Oil Air compressor oil acts as a lubricant for the ball bearings and reduces the carbon...