If there’s one thing that gets us more excited than anything else, it’s the opportunity to try out something completely different, new and ground breaking. Considering this, you can imagine how happy we were to test out the latest development in the world of mobile technology, in the form of a brand new smartphone operating system. Mzansi, get ready for Firefox OS – yes, you heard right: Mozilla, the creators of the well-known and loved internet browser is getting ready to take the OS market by storm with their very own contender!
Let’s be honest, your favourite smartphone would be nothing without the operating system that it runs on. Not only will you not have access to all the awesome apps you can’t live without, but your smartphone won’t be able to perform any of the standard functions that makes a smartphone, well, a smartphone. It should be clear now why developers take years to develop the perfect operating system, taking care to ensure that it can meet the needs of the modern consumer better and quicker with each upgrade.
The first time you boot up a smartphone with Firefox OS installed, you’ll be sure to notice the main appeal right away: it’s all about minimalism, folks! The developers of this OS has designed the software completely around the principle of simplicity, ensuring that you get what you need, just when you need it.
One of the ways that the OS takes simplicity to new, exciting heights is by allowing for only one single home screen, unlike the multiple home-screen approach used by operating systems like Android and Apple iOS. With Firefox OS, everything you need is right there in one clean and continuous scrollable area. Adding to the minimalism theme is the multifunctional search bar, which you can use to search the web, visit a website directly or even download a new app from the operating systems very own app store, aptly titled ‘Firefox Marketplace’. Another cool feature you’re sure to love is the ability to easily switch between apps with a simple swipe gesture.
And don’t worry, the Firefox OS isn’t just great from a functional perspective, as it’s also quite the looker. The design of the OS is really slick, modern and inviting, popping with bright colours that definitely complements the effortlessness that the OS is so dedicated to.
We also need to mention that the operating system’s app store has some great apps that you can’t find anywhere else! Whether you need to stay connected, organise your life or just want to be entertained, there’s a Firefox OS app for you to fall in love with! Although, to use WhatsApp, you will need to use the ConnectA2 app. But currently, Mozilla are working directly with WhatsApp to make it available to use directly on Firefox OS.
We’re so excited to give you the opportunity to try out this great new OS for yourself and MTN is proud to be part of the official launch of Firefox OS in Africa! What’s even better, is that the Firefox OS has been localised in four South African languages: namely Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English. Be sure to check it out!
The first device in South Africa that comes preloaded with this brand new OS is the powerful, but modern looking Alcatel OneTouch Fire E device. This smartphone has a dual core 1.2 GHz processor, high-screen resolution and a 5MP rear camera plus VGA front camera. It also has GPRS, EDGE, 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS connectivity options on board.

Mr9ice do your research well nag, this OS don tey since 2013