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Are you looking for an MTN call tariff plan that can enable you make calls at very affordable rate then consider switching to MTN BUSINESS PLAN? This is different from the regular MTN Pulse, Xtra Value and so on plans.

Below are the current charging rates on MTN SME Tariff Plans.

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/11/checkout-latest-mtn-sme-call-tariff.html

There was once an app called Opera Max which performs similar functions but mysteriously stopped by its developers. Now, Google has announced an app targeted at helping you to track, control and save mobile data called Datally.

Datally tracks real-time mobile data usage for individual apps, and also the overall usage through hourly, daily, weekly and monthly stats.

[size=14pt]How Datally Works[/size]

Understand your data. See your usage on a hourly, daily, weekly or monthly basis and get personalized recommendations for how you can save more.

Control your data. Turn on the Data Saver bubble to block background data usage and track real-time data usage while using each of your apps—it’s like a speedometer for your data. You can also block data with one tap if an app’s data usage gets out of control.
Save your data. Sometimes you just need a little more than what you’ve got on your data plan. Datally will tell you if you’re near public Wi-Fi and help you connect. Once you’re done, don’t forget to rate the network quality to help other users.

Before now, Google tested this app for few months in the Philippines, and has now made it available globally. Datally is compatible with devices running Android 5.0 upward. To download this app, simply click HERE.

https:///eiEUDu

This is post is about how to recharge your over-scratched or missing-pin MTN logical voucher without taking it to the MTN office or do away with it due to frustration. Before now, if you over scratched your card, you either call 180 which might not even be available at instant or you move to the nearby MTN office.

Now, you can can recharge your accounts on the IVR by following the steps below without speaking to a customer care representative.
Firstly, simply dial 180/181
Press 9 to go to the main menu
Press 1 for account information
Press 2 for recharge
Press 1 to recharge account
You will be directed to press 1 to confirm recharge on the calling MSISDN
You will admonished to enter the sixteen (16) digit PIN of the card he wants to load
If the PIN is available and correct, then the card will be loaded into your account

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/11/how-to-recharge-over-scratched-mtn.html

Recently, we brought to you a report that says MTN will from October 7, 2017 officially reduce its data bundle allocation for its N1000 and N2000 naira worth of data plans. Now, there is a new introduction from the same operator concerning its data bundle plans...

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/10/mtn-introduces-new-15-gb-all-day-plan.html

The alleged Blackberry Krypton has been renamed “BlackBerry Motion”. Recall that purported leaked image of the device which we reported last month. It only gave use the back view of the phone, packaged in BB’s favorite material – carbon fiber. Now, we have the picture of the front, thanks to a leaked official render of the handset.

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/10/blackberry-motion-first-bb-with-water.html

After eleven years of existence, since the service was announced way back in 2006, Twitter has decided to increase the character count of its posts popularly known as tweets from the original 140 characters.

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/09/after-11-years-of-140-character-limit.html

The Gionee M7 has been announced today. The Gionee M7 spots a 6.01-inch FullView AMOLED display which comes with 18:9 2.5D curved glass and a screen resolution of 1080x2160 pixels.

It is powered by 2.3GHz octa-core MediaTek Helio P30 SoC joined with 6GB RAM and also comes with 64GB internal storage. The smartphone supports expandable storage via microSD card (up to 256GB).

It runs on Android 7.1.1 Nougat with the company's Amigo OS 5.0 skin on top.

Gionee M7 Specifications[size=16pt][/size]

Network

2G: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
CDMA: 800 & TD-SCDMA
3G: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G: LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 34(2000), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500)
Speed: GPRS, EDGE, HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/09/gionee-m7.html

About 18 iDevices will get the upgrade today. The iOS 11 lands with a new UI, enhanced AR capabilities and an improved camera app.

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http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/09/checkout-list-of-idevices-that-will-get.html

Now, we get smart jersey. Nike has introduced and applied amazing tech to its new line of "NBA Connected" jerseys for NBA teams and players. The Fans’ versions of the uniforms available, come with an NFC tag that "unlocks" premium content for supporters.

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/09/do-we-now-have-smart-jersey-nike-brings.html

Android 8.0 Oreo has just been launched few weeks ago and is yet to even get its feet on available devices including the almighty Nexus and Pixel smartphones that sets the pace. We are already talking of another version of Android.

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/09/next-android-version-after-80-oreo-to.html

A new report has emerged from market research firm Counterpoint, saying that Huawei has bettered Apple to land as the second largest smartphone company in the world. The Chinese company attained the feat constantly for the month of June and July, 2017.

The first spot was retained by Samsung. The report also notes that August sales for Huawei are looking strong as well, so it won't be a surprise if the company completes a hat-trick.

The report also shows the best-selling models in the month of July. The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus took the first two spots while Oppo's R11 and A57 came in third and fourth. Other devices that made it to the list include the Galaxy S8, Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X and Samsung Galaxy S8+.

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/09/huawei-dropped-apple-to-third-and.html

Recall that in few days ago, Tellforceblog reported many BBM users encountered issues while trying to switch their BBM accounts from one platform to another. Apparently, they couldn't access their contacts, groups, and BBM channels after moving from one device to another.

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/09/bbm-splits-into-three-services-no-more.html

Recently, BlackBerry first released its all-Black Edition KEYone - Android powered smartphone- in India. The “Black Edition” has 4GB 64GB according to this source. That was before we found out the Black KEYone was arriving globally to all markets.

Yesterday, BlackBerry released a short clip to showing the device which was all black in color working with Android Auto. Remember that any Android smartphone with Android 5.0 and up is compatible with an Android Auto-compatible receiver.

The video didn’t give any latest detail aside what we already know – device coming in Silver and Black Editions, the added RAM (4GB) and generous 64GB of storage. Then the artiste drove off before he took a call using Android Auto.

Watch the video below:

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/09/video-checkout-android-auto-on.html

BBM Users at CrackBerry’s forums have been complaining of their inability to switch their BBM account back to old BlackBerry devices running BlackBerry’s operating systems.

The problem experienced is that the server does not allow them access contacts, groups, and channels after trying to switch back to a BlackBerry OS device.

In case if you are still the type that hop around between BlackBerry OS devices, however, if you jump from a BlackBerry device to an Android-powered BlackBerry (or otherwise), iOS, or Windows device, you will not unable to successfully access BBM on a legacy BlackBerry device.

”We have recently completed changes that prevent users from switching their accounts from an Android, iOS, or Microsoft device to a BlackBerry 10 or BlackBerry OS device. Also, in addition, BBM Enterprise users will no longer be able to switch their BBM Enterprise account to a BBM consumer account on an Android, iOS, or Microsoft device.” - BBM Product Management.

According to CrackBerry the problem of BBM getting “stuck” on latest platforms arises from BlackBerry handing over the consumer BBM service to Emtek. Therefore, if you still have BBM on an old legacy BlackBerry device, it’s suggested that you don’t move your BBM account, but instead create a new one when swapping to the newer platforms and leave your original account on the BlackBerry phone.

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/09/you-are-no-longer-allowed-to-switch.html

Today, Sony brought phones with nice specs to the IFA 2017 show floor. Both the new Xperia XZ1 and XZ1 Compact have truly inspiring flagship specs to boast, which includes a new OS from the box.

The two devices will be shipped, running a fresh new Sony-skinned Android 8.0 Oreo ROM from the start-up. All thanks to the Japanese tech giant’s unwavering love for its current lineup as well. Most of its 2016 handsets will be updated to Oreo. This includes the:

1. Xperia X
2. Xperia X Performance
...

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/sony-confirms-that-almost-all-its-2016.html

The Xperia XA1 Plus could be seen as a crossbreed between the XA1 and XA1 Ultra. At a glimpse, its specifications are not too surprising either, but the XA1 Plus boasts of a couple of enhancements which could make it more appealing to some consumers.

The handset comes the same MediaTek Helio P20 chipset and a 23 MP main snapper as found on both of its predecessors. It comes with a 5.5-inch 1080p LCD display which could attract users that are not content with the 5-inch 720p screen of the XA1 or the gigantic XA1 Ultra and its display diagonal of 6 inches.

The XA1 Plus sports a rather large battery, compare to Sony standards, a 3,430mAh battery keeping the lights on.

See below the specs, features and price of Sony Xperia XA1 Plus;

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/xperia-xa1-plus.html

The Xperia XZ1 Compact is the first Sony smartphone in a while to join a mid-range-ish form feature with that of flagships.

Physically, it’s nearly a carbon copy of the bigger Xperia XZ1, also powered by a Snapdragon 835 chipset which is supported with 4 GB of RAM.

Talking about the camera, it features a 19 MP MotionEye camera capable of taking 960 fps slow motion videos, as well as scanning 3D objects. It’s also one of the first devices to run Google’s latest Android 8.0 Oreo from the box.

See below the mind-blowing specs, features and price of Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact;

Network
[/b]2G: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G: HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G: LTE
Speed: GPRS, EDGE, HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (4CA) Cat15 800/75 Mbps

[b]SIM Type and Count
[/b]Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

[b]Software (OS)/Skin
[/b]Android 8.0 (Oreo)

[b]Design & Build
[/b]Dimension: 129 x 64 x 9.3 mm
Weight: 140 g
Colours: Black, Snow Silver, Horizon Blue, Twilight Pink

[b]Display

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/sony-xperia-xz1-compact.html

As anticipated, Sony brought the machines called smartphones to this year's IFA. The Xperia XZ1 and XZ1 Compact have both been finally launched and the two are real flagship offers. Now the mobile market with mobile brands’ flagship is getting saturated.

Kick starting with the Xperia XZ1 which comes with a 5.2-inch, FullHD display with a body dimension of 148 x 73.4 x 7.4mm, 155 g, Aluminum unibody, Gorilla Glass 5 front, IP65/68 waterproofing.

Sony Xperia XZ1 runs on Android OS v8 Oreo with the Xperia launcher and Sony multimedia apps. Talking about its Chipset, you will be talking about Snapdragon 835 chipset, octa-core Kryo 280 CPU (4x2.46GHz +4x1.9GHz) supported with 4GB of RAM

At camera side, it comes with a 19MP, 1/2.3" Sony IMX400 camera, f/2.0 lens with predictive hybrid laser/phase detection/contrast AF, burst AF andIR sensor for white balance.

See below the mind-blowing specs, features and price of Sony Xperia XZ1;

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/sony-xperia-xz1.html

Vivo has launched the Vivo Y69 smartphone in India. It is priced at INR 14,990 ($234) and will be available across online and offline retail outlets starting September 1.

The Y69 has a 5.5-inch display with a resolution of 1280x720, rather low for this price range. Even more disappointingly, it is powered by a MediaTek MT6570 processor. You do get 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage that can be expanded with microSD.

On the back of the phone is a 13 megapixel camera but the front gets a 16 megapixel sensor with Vivo's Moonlight Selfie camera flash that provides a soft glow. Powering the whole thing is a 3000mAh battery and Funtouch OS 3.2 software on top of Android 7.0 Nougat.

The Y69 will be available in Champagne Gold and Matte Black.

Vivo Y69 Specifications

Network
2G: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
CDMA: 800
3G: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G: LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 28(700), 40(2300), 41(2500) - Malaysia, Vietnam, Philippines, LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 40(2300), 41(2500) - India, Cambodia, LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 8(900) - Indonesia, Thailand, Pakistan
Speed: GPRS, EDGE, HSPA, LTE

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/vivo-y69.html

MTN Shortz is an aggregated set of short-form video content (video <10min) arranged in channels which can be accessed via the MTN Play website.
What You Need To Know About MTN Shortz

It is an ecosystem showcasing video content from diverse categories with the aim of creating monetization opportunities for content creators.

Customer can access MTN Shortz on MTN Play via the following URL: http://wap.mtnonlineplay.com/ or by texting the keyword – Shortz to 700.

MTN Shortz is available to all MTN customers on Prepaid and Post-paid Plans.

To watch a video, you click ‘WATCH NOW’ button below your preferred video. If video is premium, you will receive a prompt to subscribe to the channel.

Read More at: http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/what-you-need-to-know-about-mtn-shortz.html

MTN subscribers will now be receiving SMS on how to top up airtime directly from their bank accounts effective August 3, 2017.

MTN On Demand is a service which allows subscribers to buy airtime directly from their bank accounts via a code at their convenience, anytime, anywhere. Subscribers can buy airtime to a maximum of N3000.

Now, MTN customers will receive the SMS when they perform any of the activities below:
1. While on a call and their balance goes below N50
2. When they are about to initiate a call when their balance is between N0 and N50

Example of the type of SMS MTN customers will receive:

“You can now top up your airtime count directly from your bank. To top up, dial *904*airtime”

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/mtn-launches-automated-on-demand.html

The Samsung Unpacked is now live and the Galaxy Note8 will finally be unbox. We’ll be covering the announcements as they come, but you might want to watch the event unfold live. It starts at 3pm GMT / 11am EDT / 4:30pm IST.
Watch the Samsung Unpacked live event: Galaxy Note8 revealed

To watch, watch the below:

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/watch-samsung-unpacked-live-event.html

The M6 Note is Meizu's high-end smartphone that's somewhat less powerful than the company's flagships, Pro 7 and Pro 7 Plus. Meizu has just unveiled the phablet today, August 23.

The only issue is that it’s launched has quietly been murdered by the highly-anticipated Galaxy Note 8, a great mistake by Meizu. In any case, Meizu M6 Note is a device that's probably worth keeping an eye on since the Chinese company announces major changes for its M-series.

The smartphone Meizu M6 Note sports a large 5.5-inch display with full HD (1080p) resolution, as well as either 32GB ROM and 3GB RAM or 64GB ROM and 4GB RAM.

See below the full specs of Meizu M6 Note

Meizu M6 Note Specifications

Network
2G: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G: HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G: LTE

SIM
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

Software (OS)/Skin
Android 7.1.2 (Nougat)

Design & Display
Dimensions: 8.4 mm thickness
Weight: 173 g
Display: 5.5-inches, 1080 x 1920 pixels (401 PPI), IPS LCD
Sensors: Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Build: -
Colours: Black, Blue, Gold

Hardware & Memory
Processor Type: Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Processor Name: Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625
Graphics Processor: Adreno 506
RAM: 3 GB/ 4 GB
Internal Storage: 16/32 GB, 64 GB
External Storage: Dedicated MicroSD card up to 256 GB

Cameras
Rear: Dual 12 MP + 5 MP, f/1.9, phase detection autofocus, quad-LED (dual tone) flash
Rear Camera Features: 1/2.6" sensor size, 1.4 µm pixel size, geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR, panorama
Video recording: 1080p@30fps
Front-facing: 16 MP, f/2.0, 1080p

Multimedia
Music Support: MP3/WAV/eAAC+/FLAC player
Loudspeaker: Yes
Video Support: MP4/H.264 player
FM Radio: No
3.5mm jack: Yes

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/meizu-m6-note-specifications-and-price.html

After so much anticipation Google today has finally unveiled the moniker of the next name of Android OS. It has been called "Android O" for the past few months while a few Developer Previews and public betas were released, it has now been officially named as Android 8.0 Oreo.

Of course, the most speculated name truly turned out to be what Google chose to name its newest baby. It's only the second time in the OS history when there's a commercial partnership involved - for version 4.4 KitKat Google teamed up with Nestle (which owns that brand), and this time around the Google worked with Mondelez to ensure the name entered the moving tech train.

Android 8.0 Oreo's code will be uploaded by Google engineers to the Android Open Source Project today, while software updates for the supported Nexus and Pixel devices are due to arrive "soon". Of course the final build will be sent to those devices enrolled in the Android Beta Program too.

Google also says that by the end of the year you should expect devices from Essential, General Mobile, HMD Global, Huawei, HTC, Kyocera, LG, Motorola, Samsung, Sharp, and Sony to either launch with or be upgraded to Android Oreo.

The latest version of Android comes with picture-in-picture support, notification dots, fully redesigned emoji (including over 60 new ones), Google Play Protect built-in, limits to background overuse of battery by apps, faster boot speeds, autofill system-wide, and support for Android Instant Apps.

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Keep this under speculations since the information comes from an unidentified source, but it appears like Google won't be launching any Oreo cookie today. The tech giant has decided to launch its next version of Android on solar eclipse day.

A Google teaser with the file name GoogleOreo_Teaser_0817_noDroids (1).mp4 was briefly available on G+, talking about Android O's market name.

Well, with few hours left until the official reveal, a new rumor points to a completely different naming for the Android O. Cliff Wade, customer support manager for Nova Launcher, claims the name of Google's next iterative mobile platform will be Android 8.0 Orellete.

He claims the information comes from a source who wants to remain anonymous, but he does seem certain that Google will not name its new OS Android Oreo, as previously suggested by numerous leaks.

Orellete is a type of sweet Catalan pastries that are usually served at weddings. It's unclear why would Google choose this name over the Oreo , but it might have something to do with the company that produces the popular cookies.

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/android-80-orellete-no-longer-oreo-set.html

Instagram has added a new feature into its app will allow users to react to certain video, photos and re-shared posts in Direct by sending photos or videos. The reply includes a sticker of the image that you are reacting to.

How To Reply Messages Via Videos And Pictures
1.To start, simply tap on "Reply," just like the normal way you respond. Tapping on "Reply" spontaneously opens the camera.

2.Snap a selfie and send it. This is one of the changes discovered on the app - with the update to version 10.34 of Instagram for both iOS and Android platforms.

Furthermore, to respond to Direct posts via a picture or video, users can send a split-screen reply by tapping on the sticker. Users can draw on the sticker to make their response even funnier.

Users should simply move straight to the App Store (iOS) or the Google Play Store (Android) to see if the version of Instagram is available for them.

If you are yet to receive version 10.34 of Instagram on your phone, be patient as it will soon land.

https:///jYEoXf

Virtually all Facebook's attempt to be like Snapchat has failed. Recently, the social media titan killed Lifestage, an app intended to get the attention of Snapchat-obssessed teenagers. If you are hearing tge word Lifestage today, there’s nothing to be ashamed of. You are not alone, there are a lot of people that never knew about the app either. This is actaully due to the fact that only aged 21 or younger users could sign up for it in the first place.

Lifestage was intended to help teenagers find and connect with other students in their school. Instead of direct messaging, high schoolers were supposed o use the app to share selfies and videos that all of their classmates and schoolmates could watch.

Now, the app was so focused on getting to teenagers in high school that it prevented anyone over 21 from joining a school o looking up other accounts. However, anyone could just fake their age and gain access. Obviously, this raised privacy concerns.

It’s not so surprising that the app never caught on among teenagers either. Meanwhile, the app was pulled from the Apple App Store on August 4 , and it took a while before anyone noticed that it was gone. Furthermore, an Android version was never released. On top of that, Lifestage was last updated in October 2016. Clearly, Facebook was not willing to continue pursuing this project when it failed so hard to garner any sort of attention.

According to Business Insider, a Facebook spokesperson made a comment concerning the issue, said;

“We originally launched Lifestage to make it easier for teens in the US to connect with others at their school by creating a video profile with content for all of things that make up their identity. Teens continue to make up an important part of the global community on Facebook, and we have learned a lot from Lifestage. We will continue to incorporate these learnings into features in the main Facebook app.”

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/facebook-finally-shuts-down-lifestage.html

Recall that last year, MTN introduced two call tariff plans, the MTN Xtra Pro amd Xtra Special tariff plan. MTN Xtra Pro tariff plan was touted the cheapest call tariff plan on the network.

Subscribers on MTN Xtra Pro have the ability to make both off-net and on-net calls within the country at a flat rate of 11K/S (N6.60K/Min) upon successful deduction of N5 deduction in a day, also called access charge. Thus makes the MTN Xtra Pro the cheapest call tariff plan on the network.

Unfortunately, MTN secretly eliminated this call tariff plan from its list of tariff plans, which by implication means the call tariff plan will no longer available for migration, in case you are still interested.

According a source from the company, the migration into MTN XtraPro and MTN TruTalk has been discontinued since April 5, 2017. Customers can only migrate into the following plans:
MTN Pulse
MTN XtraSpecial
MTN BetaTalk
MTN XtraValue

MTN customers will NO LONGER be able to migrate to any of the below tariff plans, BUT customers on these plans will be able to migrate out of these plans to other available tariff plans.
MTN TruTalk (Old)
MTN BetaTalk(Old)
MTN SuperSaver
MTN SmoothTalk
MTN iPulse
MTN Zone

However, customers who are currently on any of these MTN Tariff plans above will remain on the plan but will not be allowed to migrate back into the plan(s) after successfully migrating out.

Before April 5, 2017, the code for migration into the MTN Xtra Pro tariff plan was *401#, but currently, if you choose to dial the code and hoping to go back to the Xtrs Pro plan, you will get a prompt telling you that you are already existing MTN Pulse tariff plan, as well as giving you the correct MTN Pulse menu code which is *406#.

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/mtn-secretly-reviewed-its-tariff-plans.html

The official name of Google's forthcoming Android operating system (presently referred to as O) will be officially announced on August 21 this year. The info springs up courtesy of Android Police's David Ruddock, who quoted a source whose info, he claimed, he cannot confirm.
His tweets suggest Ruddock knows the name, but doesn't want to kill the game. He also disclosed that the Mountain View, California-based business is planning a spectacle surrounding the reveal.

Now, recall that August 21 is a total solar eclipse day (at-least in the US, where such astronomical event was last seen around a century ago), it's pretty conceivable that Google is planning something spectacular this time around.

A solar eclipse day for the revelation of the official name could also be a solid hint of what the name could be. Any presumptions? If no? Ok, let me assist you: think of what happens during a solar eclipse.

This, right? And here's what Android O could be called:

http://www.tellforceblog.com/2017/08/official-name-for-android-o-may-be.html