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When we get a new phone, many of us are comfortable with the little features we get to know on our phone for the 3 weeks of purchase, we don’t dig deeper to enjoy the amazing features some of this phones has to offer. We don’t fully utilize the money spent on getting this luxurious phones. A typical example is the iPhone X, there are cool features which is really helpful for better use but we mostly don’t explore them. We have compiled the best useful and simple tips for the iPhone X, we hope you find it useful. POWERING OFF OPTION This one is more so for the people who have an iPhone X. As most of you know, in order to turn off an iPhone X, you must press the “Volume Up” and “Power” Button. I’m going to give you two alternatives to turn off your phone. The first one is to go to Settings–> General–>scroll all the way down till you see “Shut Down”. The second option is even easier. Just press volume up–>volume down–>hold power button. GUIDED ACCESS This is another feature that I enjoy using and it’s one of my favorite. What guided access allows you to do is limit the privileges you give to other people when it comes to your phone. For example, when someone asks to use your phone for a phone call, they won’t be able to snoop around your phone and you also have the option to time them. To activate this, go to Settings–>General–>Accessibility–>Guided Access. Once you turn this on, you can activate it by triple-clicking the “power” button. REACHABILITY Since there is no home button like previous models, reachability might be a confusing function to perform. However, with a quick change in the settings, you should be good to go. Tap on Settings–>General–>Accessibility–>Reachability. Once you turn that on, all you have to do is swipe down from the bottom dock and all of your apps should come down. USING THE NOTCH TO SCROLL UP Like many iPhone models before this, if you were browsing the web and ended up scrolling down, a slight tap on the top of the screen should bring you back up. Many people believe that the iPhone X doesn’t have this option because of the notch. However, this is untrue and the same function can be performed. MULTI-TASK FROM HOME SCREEN For iPhone X users, if you wanted to multitask, you have to swipe up slowly to see it on your screen. Instead, try making an arch movement on the bottom left corner of the device. This is a faster and more efficient way of accessing that multi-task screen.        

The Infinix Note 5, which was officially launched in Dubai recently, is one of the major beneficiaries of Google’s Android One project. It has been widely accepted with excitement and it has exceeded expectations due to the amazing features of the Android device. Infinix has done a great job with the performance and overall system optimization of the Infinix Note 5. There’s barely any technical flaws one can speak of on this device, except for those default Google apps. We give kudos to Infinix on this for putting so much effort into developing their XOS custom skin alongside other X-apps such as X-Hide, X-Theme, X-Club, and others. Before unboxing the Infinix Note 5, let’s give a summary information about the phone. The Note 5 has 32GB ROM and 3GB RAM (another variant has 64GB ROM and 4GB RAM), 18:9 aspect ratio on a 6 inch Full HD Infinity Display, 12MP Rear Camera and a 16MP Front Camera for Low-light Selfies, A 4500mAh battery for 3-Day battery life, An Octa-Core CPU with 2.0 GHz clock rate, X-Charge, and Free one-time upgrade to the latest Android version. So Fisayo Fosudo has hands-on and first impressions in Dubai of the Infinix Note 5 and he’s going to be unpacking a whole lot more for us in the video below. Drop a comment below, let’s know what you think about the Infinix Note 5 android device. 

Tecno Spark 2 which was first launched in Kenya before it was launched in Lagos on the 8th of June and other African countries. The new device was launched after the successful launch of its first series last year and it is regarded as the perfect budget device. Tecno Spark 2 specifications may not be too alarming but it is perfectly optimized for optimum performance as it has the capacity to run all major apps. This device comes with a bigger RAM size and other features for heavy users on a budget. It comes with specs such as 6” inch HD plus full display, Face ID unlock and Fingerprint Quick Snap. Apart from the screen, there have been major improvements in the design language, camera, and battery department as well. Tecno Spark 2 has a slick Metallic body that offers that exceptional vibe, it’s a device to show off when you’re out because of the beauty of the phone design. There’s definitely no regret getting your hand on this device, it’s indeed a good buy for your money. Fisayo Fosudo has done enough justice to review Tecno Spark 2, kindly watch the video and let’s know your thought.

Tecno Mobile has officially released the much anticipated Camon X and Camon X Pro phone recently. The phone was first launched in Indian in February, then later launched in Lagos, Nigeria. The Camon X and the Infinix Hot S3 are two smartphones which paid a little more details to their camera departments. Despite improving the camera quality, it can’t be compared to high-end camera phones when mentioned, but it will certainly be mentioned in their respective market. Tecno Camon X and Infinix Hot S3 Are the first to run on Android 8.1 Oreo in their respective companies. In the Video below, both the Tecno Camon X and the Infinix Hot S3 will be head to head. Let’s see which of the two smartphones offers better value for our money. Both devices have good features and are on the trending list of mid-range smartphones presently in Africa/Nigeria. considering that the Camon X and the Infinix Hot S3 have much in common, Fisayo Fosudo a popular Youtube tech vlogger has pared the duo in a specification comparison as detailed in the video below. So, do let us know in the comment section below which of this device deserves your money.  

The iPhone is a very sophisticated phone with advanced settings that people tend to have no idea about. These are settings that every iPhone user should bear in mind for an effective use of the phone and for optimum satisfaction from the use of the device.   ADJUST THE INTENSITY OF THE FLASHLIGHT Enable a slider that lets you change the brightness of the light. To bring up the control center, swipe up from the bottom of the screen then do a firm 3D touch press on the flashlight icon STOP WEB TRACKERS Through embedded ads, advertisers may track you across multiple websites. The latest version of Safari for IOS 11 lets you prevent this activity, limiting sites ability to monitor your browsing behavior. To enable this feature, open the settings app tap Safari and turn on the prevent cross-site tracking option. You can also block pop-up ads in the menu. SORTING THROUGH FILES In the IOS files app, you can arrange your files in different ways. Simply drag down somewhere on the screen and a menu will appear. It lets you sort files by name, date, size or tags. The same menu also lets you create new folders and switch between list and thumbnail views. SECURE YOUR NOTES Where you don’t want anyone else to be able to access certain information on your iPhone notes app, you may go to settings=>notes=>password. You can set a code or a touch ID lock. Inside the Notes app, you can lock a specific note by dragging it to the left in the list, tap the icon and enter your password. MAKE NOTIFICATIONS LESS DISTRACTING Remove the preview snippets that come with notification. By doing so, open settings and tap notifications, then show previews and finally tap never. SENDING MONEY THROUGH MESSAGES Seeing that Apple has tightly integrated its Apple Pay service into all aspects of IOS, including the messages app, whenever you type an amount with a currency symbol, it will automatically appear underlined. Tap on this underlined number and Apple Pay will send that amount of money from your account to the other participant in your conversation. You also get to double-check and verify the amount before it officially transfers. ABANDON WEAK WI-FI NETWORKS Your iPhone may automatically connect to public WI-FI which may not be as strong as your regular data. The iPhone can automatically let go of such networks when you go to settings=> cellular, and then turn the WI-FI assist toggle switch on. IDENTIFY CONTACTS MORE EASILY This can easily be done by not only setting up a custom ringtone for the contact but also a unique vibration for incoming calls. Just open contacts, tap any person on the list and choose edit.  

Using Apple watch without exploring it to its full potential is like buying a car and parking it in the garage for your neighbors to see that you’ve got a new ride. The essence of getting an expensive watch such as the Apple watch is to explore and enjoy the features beyond your usual wristwatch. If you’re using the highlighted features below, kudos to you. if you’re yet to discover any, @stylewithjibs has curated four amazing tricks you would love on Apple watch. LIST VIEW On the menu display, the apps on the apple watch are circled, giving you a little tough time to see the application you needed. If you hard press, it will change the font size of the layout and make it into a list in alphabetical order. But if we are to choose the easiest and straightforward layout, we would choose the grid layout. RECEIVING CALLS   If your phone is not with you, you can receive incoming calls. The new LTE Version can make you transfer calls between your phone and watch without any issue. It nice feature for you if you’re on the run always. FORCE START YOUR WATCH When our phone is giving us issues, either it’s unexpected or expected, we all restart our phone. This can we be done on the watch as well, all you have to do is press the crown and the power button for a couple seconds and it’s going to force restart. MICKEY MOUSE FEATURE We can tell, this Mickey Mouse feature is fun and interesting. When you tap the face, you will hear the voice of Mickey telling you the time. If you’re a Disney fan, you would really love it.

You mostly don’t know you’re being hacked, it mostly not your fault, you just don’t know it. While some are aware that they’re being hacked, they feel they need to be a technologically inclined before they can avoid being hacked. Worry not today, we’ve curated 5 ways to evade hackers. PROTECT YOUR WEBCAM ALWAYS Endeavor to always cover your camera, if you don’t you’re giving hackers the opportunity to perch into your private life. We mostly think it’s when the little green light is on, then the webcam is turned on. This is so wrong, hackers can turn that light off and be watching you right now. To protect yourself, get a computer accessories such as Stopspy, It’s a small device that covers your webcam and prevents the internet hackers from monitoring or seeing what you’re doing GET AN ANTI-VIRUS SOFTWARE Anti-virus software is good ways to restrict hackers from your PC. You can get them at a lower or higher price, it depends. While some are free but can sometimes be a trial version. Whichever way it is, it’s a must to have. You sincerely have nothing to lose downloading it on your system, it helps to protect dangerous viruses and malware from your PC, we recommend Kaspersky antivirus software for you. SET UP A TWO-STEP VERIFICATION PROCESS Most websites are now adding two-step verification to their account making system. This simply means you’re generating two passwords. First one is generated by you and the second one is generated for you by the website or company. Hackers can do so many manipulations to get your first password, but it becomes tougher for them to hack in when you activate the second one. This process can take a little while though, but it worth it because you’ve some vital details you keep for yourself and you don’t want anyone to tamper with it. SET A STRONG PASSWORD Some are fond of using their birth month or year setting up a password, that needs to change. They can easily be decoded by hackers. Make sure you don’t use the common password, create a password only you know, a unique password. Also, we implore you not to use the same password for all of your accounts, once they know it, they will use it on other accounts. So be watchful setting up your password REFRAIN FROM PUBLIC COMPUTER It advisable you stay off the public computer (cafe, school, etc.). Make sure your personal computer is always available for use and you’re the only access to it. In a situation where the public computer is your only option, endeavor to change your password afterward. Doing that will prevent you from being hacked and give you rest of mind.

Every student wants the best tech accessories at their disposal. It’s like their daily companion. Tech accessories us useful for kinds of functions and the benefits is what makes it needful. You can spend your money on all sorts of bizarre gadgets, from Bluetooth-enabled toothbrushes to toasters that print your selfie on your breakfast. But there’s only a handful of tech accessories that a student can’t really can’t live without. A PORTABLE POWER-BANK This is so important and it’s a must-have for every student. It’s a terrible feeling heading out the door without knowing if your smartphone’s battery will last a day. You’re always on the go, and you have a class to attend. So waiting for a 30-minute break to charge your phone isn’t an option. Having a portable power-bank gives you that accessibility so that when your battery is low or your phone is about to die, you have nothing to worry about. Like the Ravpower mini. It’ll give you all the extra juice you need without needing to find a wall socket in class. NOISE CANCELLING EARBUDS As a student, you understand that feeling of being alone in your world. With a good pair of earbuds, we recommend a good pair of noise-canceling earbuds that block every sound distraction surrounding you. They’re easy to around with and they look amazing too. You don’t use it for music only; you can take calls from these too. We love these Xiaomi buds, which offer great sound and noise isolation at a remarkably low price. MINI BLUETOOTH SPEAKER This is definitely a good recommendation. The smartphones can pump out pretty great sound, but its nothing compared to the audio quality from a dedicated Bluetooth speaker. It will cost you about ₦2000 to ₦3000. Of course, they are cheaper speakers than this, but a quality one will serve you better. One of the benefits is, there is no major installation exercise required for these speakers. You don’t need to be technically sound to use this speaker as they are very easy to connect via Bluetooth and would start playing your favorite music or video once connected. It is ready for use in just a few seconds. QUALITY BACKPACK This is a good catch if you can get one. A quality backpack is useful for every student, with the new advanced backpack design. You need it to carry your books, laptops, and materials. There’s no point in buying a great-looking bag if it doesn’t have the safety and security features you need. The backpack from EBAGS is it’s tough and it has compartments for everything. It designed so all of your charging cables and such won’t crush or scratch your devices. It makes sure everything is safe and sound. A FLASH DRIVER This is a necessity for every student. To help make learning easier for students, more schools are utilizing technology to assist in teaching. While students do most of their learning in the classroom, a student may need to take work home. A flash drive is an easy solution way to the problem transporting data.

The display on the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is actually very sharp and very vibrant, the first thing that stands out is the display, it is nothing short of phenomenal and looks better than iPhone x. it is also not with its fault though because the Bixby button on the Note 8 is very obvious and you must notice it on a day to day use and it can be quite annoying, apart from that it is pretty much as great as a phone display gets right now Good quality on the Note 8 is very great and regarding day to day use, it is quite an enjoyable experience. Well, apart from the fact that it is not designed to be a one-handed device, but most people would not mind actually using both hands, and hey! It is a note series so you definitely know what you are getting into. Another concern is the fingerprint sensor at the back of the phone, just like the s8 and s8 plus, it is located right at the top of the back beside the camera or cameras in this case and it would definitely require a bit of a shuffle to get to if you are using one hand with this thing, you are actually going to want to use two hands and that might be something to consider for some people. ON THE S-PEN FEATURE You can also use a pin or a pattern or you can use the iris scanner which is more secure. Then there is the s-pen which keeps improving from time to time and this time on the note series, yes! There is a lot of features. The first feature I really liked and used a lot was the screen of the memo, and how I could quickly scribble ideas as I take out the s-pen from the note in its luxury mode. This feature was pretty smug and apart from the inverse user interface design, which I’m a sucker for, it just works seamlessly and that is a major plus for me. However, when you are inside the phone and you take the pen off, you get access to more s-pen options, you can either check your contacts which is very fast or use Bixby vision which is Samsung image search feature. You can also use translate which works by hovering the pen over a text and you immediately get what you are looking for with the set language. You also get live messages which works by scribbling texts and sending it to someone which animates the way you scribble it to the person, and you also have screen write and smart select. Smart select which is virtually smart works by selecting a region of the phone and once it is selected, Samsung tries to figure out all the text information on that image you selected and send it along with the selection. i.e.  sending an image of the home screen to one, would show the text selected and image which is pretty smart. ON THE STRUCTURE OF THE PHONE Regarding good quality again, it is nice how the note 8 screen really blends off the edges and the addition of the home button on the bottom is actually very accessible than distracting, again, this is just like the s8 and s8 plus. The bottom of the note 8 houses the s-pen, the speaker grills, the microphone for calls and the headphone jack. Samsung still remains the only smartphone maker that left it there (the headphone jack), but I’m pretty sure it’ll be gone soon looking at the s9. The top of the note 8 houses the sim and micro SD card slot and on the left is where you have the Bixby button which you might always accidentally press and the volume rockers which makes you reach for the Bixby button. Lastly, on the right, you have the power button. ON THE CAMERA On the front of the phone, you have an 8-megapixel camera and duo 12-megapixel cameras on the back. Selfies taken are very clean and the megapixels and image processors are very important for this. Interestingly for the back cameras, shots looked very detailed and sharp and in bright light, it performed very well.  Both (1x and 2x) cameras are balanced and one isn’t more saturated than the other which is expected. Overall, the picture quality is a go. In video, however, the 2x camera shows some image stabilization and no focus lost, but the 1x camera did not have a fixed focus, but both were in auto mode. ON BATTERY LIFE Battery life on the note 8 is okay, but I was not able to get up to a full day for most times because I almost always end up charging it at night when I get back, not so good, but it is also something to consider, however, as regards the battery performance, the note 8 performs very well when it comes to handling tasks and you are pretty much not going to get any lag. Daily use was on point and multi-tasking was effortless. Of course, you can split screen on note 8 and even have the screen on screen. the note 8 seems to be the device made for this. Call quality was on point, and though not really a feature but an icing on the cake. ON BENCHMARK OF THE PHONE With regards to sound quality, its good but you don’t get stereo features. Over to the benchmarks, in geek bench, although it is 6 gigs of RAM you should be getting, you have 5.12 gigs usable, the processor is also clocked at 1.9 gigahertz and is a QUALCOMM octa-core processor. The note 8 has a PPI of 387 with very high resolutions, and Adreno 540 graphics chip inside, it runs also on android 7.1.1. Now running the test on this, we are getting a decent single and multi-core score. On the single and multi-core score side of things,

Today we at Stylewithjibs’ are going to present you with five trendy gadgets you should own, and why. A smartphone. Smartphones are not new inventions, it is a type of phone we are all familiar with, and they are very useful phones that we believe everyone should have. Smartphones go beyond the usual calling, receiving calls, sending text messages and receiving texts on your device. They are called smart for a reason, and this is because they now perform the work, and even more of a computer system and an added advantage is their portability, and of course camera for selfies. You can take them anywhere and perform multiple functions through various applications that are compatible with the phone. As time develops, the design and functions of smartphones are enhanced, and now we find some are waterproof, have a longer battery life, sharper camera like a standard camera, and many more. Smartphones are indeed a constant digital companion and they would definitely make your look compact and complete. Some of the trendy ones are the new iPhone x. Samsung S8, Infinix zero 3, and so many other brands that are affordable as well. Smartphones are incomplete without a well-dressed individual as it complements your dressing. Bluetooth headphones/earbud What makes this different and better from the normal and ordinary headphones/earbuds is the fact that there is no cord that needs to be attached to your device and the headphone, making it easy to move around and listen to music or make calls without bothering about the location of the phone, since your movement wouldn’t be limited by the cord. In addition to this advantage is the fact that there would be no cord to get caught on something while you’re moving around nor unwinding of knots on the cord when you want to make use of it. Also, Bluetooth has low power signals and requires very little technology, thus preserving battery life, and making it very easy to use, and access. With this added to your dressing, you look more important, sophisticated and compact. It is not just a device, but a great fashion accessory. Electronic timepiece (wristwatch)  A watch, otherwise known as a timepiece is a necessity as much as it is a fashion accessory, it complements your dressing and personality. Personally, I don’t feel complete leaving my room, all dressed up and ready for the day without my wristwatch. Electronic wristwatches are a must have for stylewithjibs’. These are digital watches with several advantages over the analogy watches one of which is being able to know the exact time of the day, another being easy repairs which would require just a change of battery. Some of them come with a calendar that would make it easy to tell the date, and even the ability to set alarms. Examples of credible digital watches are Bracing Prestige Digital, Nixon The Unit SS, Diesel white Digital, Mutewatch, Black Dice Gamer, Adidas Peachtree, these and many more would complement your dressing perfectly and keep you abreast with the time at your own convenience without such need to ask around for what the time says. It also gives a sense of responsibility. Fitness tracker The basic feature of a fitness tracker is to monitor your health and activities. Depending on the type of fitness tracker, you may also measure your vitals, heart rate, sleep, calories, caloric intake, distance traveled and some even have workout tips, and realistic goals you can set for yourself. An example of a fitness tracker you could have is the Samsung Gear Fit 2 which measures the heart rate as well as some other unique functions. It also complements your dressing and can be seen as a classy wristband adding elegance to your outfit. Power bank Wherever you are, or whatever it is you might be doing, the last thing you want is to have a low battery on your phone, and have nothing to do with it. It is important to get an original power bank, one that is powerful enough to charge the type of battery your phone uses, else it would damage the battery as well as your power bank. It may start to lose power faster than it used to when it was new. Ensure that when you want to use that power bank, it is original and capable. Moving around with a power bank gives you a sense of responsibility that you have almost everything in control, and this would in a way, give more confidence