One-Time Passwords (OTPs) are an important security feature for online transactions and authentication systems. Designed to enhance online security, OTPs are specifically engineered to prevent unauthorized access to a person’s account.
However, some users encounter situations where they need to bypass OTPs, either for convenience or other reasons. One common approach is the use of virtual phone numbers to procure accounts. Whether you are an IT professional, online consumer, or remote worker, it is important to understand how virtual temporary phone numbers can be beneficial for OTP authentication.
What Are OTPs?
One-Time Passwords (OTPs) are short, unique codes used once in electronic transactions such as login credentials, making purchases, or other activities that require special access.
OTPs provide an extra layer of security,...
Call forwarding is a handy but confusing feature. It helps with things like work-life balance, being unreachable, and managing multiple phone lines. However, setting it up can be a nightmare! There are different instructions for every phone model, operating system, country, and even phone carrier. It's a mess!
But don't worry! This article delves to help you navigate this complicated world. We'll show you how to set up call forwarding on any device and explore advanced features for business use.
What Is Call Forwarding
Call forwarding is a telephony feature that allows you to redirect incoming calls to a different phone number. When you enable call forwarding, any calls made to your primary number will be automatically forwarded to the designated forwarding...
Backup as a service, otherwise known as BaaS, is a cloud-based solution from MTN targeted at small and medium-scale businesses that are interested in keeping their files confidential and protected. It offers businesses a good means of outsourcing backup needs and keeping business data in a remote location.
BaaS and Features
MTN BaaS is a prepaid hosting service that is designed to help small and medium-scale businesses back up important files and folders to MTN data centre backup servers on-the-go.
The backup service not only provides businesses an off-site storage solution, but a secure one as well. Your data is encrypted by...
One unpleasant possibility virtually all mobile phone users face is that of losing those precious contacts we have taken time to accumulate. This could result from either the theft of or damage to our devices. MTN SIM Backup is one of those services that are designed to help prevent such an unfavorable possibility.
What is MTN Backup?
This is a service offered by MTN to its subscribers to help safeguard the contact information or numbers on their SIM cards and mobile phones by storing these on a remote server.
The service could save you the stress and expenses that may be involved...
In its relentless fashion of providing innovative value added services to Nigerians, MTN launches CallerFeel. MTN CallerFeel is a new way to engage your callers even before you answer the call.
So what is MTN CallerFeel all about?
Simply put, it’s about getting your message seen. Do you need customers for your new business or you simply want to share some great news with as many people as you like? MTN CallerFeel allows for self-expressions through short messages that appear as pop-up notifications on your caller’s phone screen anytime they call you.
And How Does CallerFeel Work?
Like your CallerTunes service, MTN CallerFeel...
Leading Media buying and planning agency, Media Perspectives, in collaboration with ARM, Coca-Cola, Jumia, Leadway, Mansard and Samsung has announced the launch of the Good Morning Nigeria initiative.
Good morning Nigeria (GMN) is a CSR as well as advertising-funded initiative that will enable subscribers enjoy free talk time within the hours of 5am to 8am daily. The initiative, which will kick off on Democracy Day, May 29, 2015, will require callers to subscribe to make them eligible to enjoy free calls.
Speaking during a press conference to announce the GMN initiative the MD/CEO, Media Perspectives, Tayo Oyedeji stated that the campaign...
Monitoring your vehicle is going to get a lot easier with the launch of the all new Tikon Vehicle Tracking device by innovative IT software company Concept Nova.
The tracking device will enable you effectively monitor your vehicles' performance and your employees' driving habits at the touch of a button via any GSM/GPS enabled mobile phone. All this from the comfort of your home or office!
The Tikon vehicle monitor is packed with the latest in tracking technology that gives you complete control of your asset and also provides real time monitoring data every 10 seconds that can be from a...
MTN Smart S720i is the most affordable 4-incher in Nigeria. It is powered by Nigeria's largest mobile network, but still offers dual-SIM support. MTN Smart Mini S720i price in Nigeria starts at 9,999 Naira.
Where to Buy Smart S720i
Jumia.com.ng₦9,999.00 Buy Now
MTN Sm@rt S720i Specs
Here are a few specs of the MTN Smart Mini S720i:
General Features
Status: Available, Since August 2014
Platform: Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Processor: 1.3GHz Processor
GPU: -
Memory: 512MB RAM
Colours: Black, White
Dimension: 125 x 63.8 x 11.7mm
Weight: -
SIM Type: -
SIM Count: Dual SIM, Dual Standby
Display
Display: 4.0-inch Display, 480 x 800 pixels...
You have probably heard of the MTN Smart Mini S620, which is the cheapest smartphone in Nigeria. MTN Smart S720i is the full-size model. It is similar to the Mini but with a larger screen and faster processor. MTN Smart S720i features a 4-inch display.
Hardware and Software
MTN Smart S720 comes with almost similar specs to its smaller cousin. It features a standard 4-inch display with 480 x 800 pixels resolution. On the back is a 2-megapixel camera with flash. It also has a very modest front-facing camera.
MTN Smart S720i is loaded with Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) and is powered...
MTN Smart Mini S620 is arguably the cheapest smartphone in Nigeria. Powered by Nigeria's largest mobile network, MTN, the Sm@rt Mini S620 features a 3.5-inch screen, dual-SIM support, fast 3G internet and runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean). MTN Smart Mini S620 Price in Nigeria starts at 8,000 Naira.
Where to Buy Smart Mini S620
Jumia.com.ng ₦7,999.00 Buy Now
Note that because the Smart Mini is powered and branded by MTN it is not likely to work on other networks.
MTN Sm@rt Mini S620 Specs
Here are a few specs of the MTN Smart Mini S620:
General Features
Status: Available, Since August
Platform: Android 4.2...
Think you have seen the cheapest smartphone in Nigeria? Hold your breath because NaijaTechGuide have obtained exclusive information that MTN, Nigeria's largest mobile network will be breaking any existing record with a super low cost Android phone to be priced according to our sources at 8,000 Naira. The new smartphone, MTN Smart Mini S620 features a 3.5-inch screen with support for dual-SIM and fast 3G internet.
Where to Buy Smart Mini S620
Jumia.com.ng ₦7,999.00 Buy Now
Here are more photos of the new MTN Smart Mini S620 Smartphone:
Despite the low pricing, the MTN Smart Mini S620 is not a push over, at...
Nigeria's leading network, MTN and Jumia, a leading online retailer in the country have entered into a partnership that offers customers six months free Internet access on MTN when they buy a smartphone from Jumia Nigeria.
Mr. Kola Oyeyemi, General Manager, Consumer Marketing, MTN, noted that "the world has turned to one big digital village and MTN is determined to harness the endless potentials provided by innovative technology and make this available to its Nigerian customers."
Jeremy Hodara, Co-Founder Jumia said: "For us at Jumia it is all about finding ways to redefine the e-commerce experience. This partnership is a first...
MTN is the largest mobile network in Nigeria and also boasts of the largest BlackBerry community in the country. Blackberry internet services from MTN, include the BlackBerry Absolute plans, BlackBerry Complete Plans, and BlackBerry Enterprise Service (BES). Here you will find MTN BlackBerry plans in Nigeria with their prices and access codes required to subscribe to them.
Where to Buy BlackBerry Phones
Jumia.com.ng from ₦22,000.00 Buy Now
To activate MTN Blackberry plans, send the appropriate code to 21600
MTN Browsing Plans
MTN BlackBerry Complete Monthly, (24/7, 30 days) - N1,000, text BBC to 21600 or Dial *216*1*3#
MTN Blackberry Complete Weekly, (24/7, 7...
MTN has released BlackBerry 10 plans for subscribers who own BlackBerry 10 phones like the BlackBerry Q5, Q10, Z10, Z30, Classic. The new BlackBerry plans are displayed on the company's website and provided here for your convenience. Blackberry Q5 is available in Nigeria and costs around 30,500 Naira. Here you will find MTN BlackBerry 10 plans with their prices.
Where to Buy BlackBerry Phones
Jumia.com.ng from ₦22,000.00 Buy Now
MTN offers three BlackBerry 10 Plans namely BB10 Maxi, BB10 Midi, and BB10 Lite. The BlackBerry 10 plans are available in monthly, weekly, and daily bundles. The article includes the price and BlackBerry...
Sales for Nokia's flagship smartphone, the Lumia 920 has begun. Interested customers can visit select MTN stores and phone stores nationwide as well as online stores like Jumia to buy the Nokia Lumia 920. The price of Lumia 920 now ranges from 69,000 Naira to 75,000 Naira.
Where to Buy Nokia Phones
Jumia.com.ng from ₦98,200.00 Buy Now
Nokia Lumia 920 can now be ordered online at Konga. You can buy Nokia Lumia 920 in Black, Yellow, Red, or White.
How to Order the Lumia 920 or Lumia 820
If you want to order the Nokia Lumia 920 or the Nokia Lumia 820, just work...
Sending Bulk SMS on SweeftSMS is very easy. Type the message you want to send, enter the contacts you want to send it to and hit send. It is that simple. In seconds, your message will reach hundreds of people just by clicking send.
More Send Features
However, the SweeftSMS Bulk SMS platform comes with a number other more advanced features for easier and more professional messaging. For example, you can create a unique sender ID.
If you are a company your sender ID can be the name of your company. You can even create different Sender IDs for different occasions. This...
SweeftSMS is an emerging Bulk SMS Provider in Nigeria. The company enables you send SMS at a low cost to both local and international destinations. Bulk SMS services offer cheaper text messaging rates for people who need to send bulk SMS for marketing, meeting invitations, wedding invitations, public notice, etc.
Checkout SweeftSMS at www.sweeftsms.com
Over the weekend we tried out SweeftSMS Bulk SMS service. Here we share our impression of the service.
The Design
SweeftSMS comes in a clean simple lightweight design. It is a fast loading website with no flash or heavy images, so whether on GPRS/EDGE or on fast 3G or...
The medium by which information is transmitted is known as a communication channel. Some of the common communication channels are fiber optic cable, coaxial cable, satellite, and microwave. The transfer of data takes place in the form of analog signals and the transfer of data is measured in the form of bandwidth, the higher the bandwidth the more the data that will be transferred.
Kinds of Communication Channel
Communication channels are divided into two categories, namely guided media and unguided media.
Guided Media
In this category, the communication device is attached to each other directly with cables. The data signals are restricted to...
Looking for a training centre on ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library)? Here you will find ITIL training centres in Nigeria. More ITIL training centres will be added in future. ITIL is the International de facto Management framework describing good practices for IT Service Management (ITSM).
ITIL Training Centres
If you are thinking about acquiring ITIL training and certification in Nigeria, here are some training centres that offer training on IT infrastructure Library.
ITPLUS
08090539055, 07081188129
[email protected]
www.itplusng.com
Training Locations: Lagos, Abuja, P/Harcourt, Ibadan, Benin City, Warri, Uyo, Kaduna, Kano, Eket.
Course fee: N50,000
New Horizon
08122690415, 08122690409, 08125990584
[email protected]
Training Locations: Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan, Port Harcourt
Harry Baker Consulting
08028391360, 08160537418
Training Locations: Lagos,...
An ITIL certification will enable you show your proficiency in Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL). The latest ITIL framework is ITIL version 3 (V3), which consists of five volumes, namely:
ITIL Service Strategy
ITIL Service Design
ITIL Service Transition
ITIL Service Operation
ITIL Continual Service Improvement
ITIL Certification Stages & Levels
There are four levels of ITIL certification within the V3 scheme:
ITIL Foundation
Practitioner Level
ITIL Intermediate Level
ITIL Expert Level
ITIL Master Qualification
Foundation level: At this level you get general information related to ITIL service life cycles like terminologies, elements and concepts.
Practitioner level: This level follows the...
ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) is the International de facto Management framework describing good practices for IT Service Management (ITSM). ITIL has grown to become the most widely accepted approach to IT Service Management in the world.
It provides guidance to organizations on how to use IT as a tool to facilitate business change, transformation and growth.
It has become increasingly recognized that information is the most important strategic resource that any organization has to manage. Key to the collection, analysis, production and distribution of information within an organization is the quality of the IT Services provided to the business.
It is essential that we...
NIIT Nigeria has announced the commencement of the 13th edition of the annual NIIT Nigeria Scholarship program for IT training. Interested candidates can fill out an application online for the screening test that will qualify them for the NIIT scholarship.
NIIT Nigeria IT Scholarship program offers you partial fee waivers on an IT training program of your choice depending on your performance in the NIIT 2012 Scholarship test and possible interview. Online application closes July, 20, 2012.
Qualifying test for the NIIT IT Scholarship 2012 will be held on Saturday July 21, 2012, at all NIIT centres nationwide. Dates for interviews...
Congratulations! Your Monthly 1.5GB data plan has been successfully renewed.
Is this the kind of message you are getting? Auto-renewal is convenient, but can be...
MTN Smart Mini S620 is arguably the cheapest smartphone in Nigeria. Powered by Nigeria's largest mobile network, MTN, the Sm@rt Mini S620 features a...
MTN is the largest mobile network in Nigeria and also boasts of the largest BlackBerry community in the country. Blackberry internet services from MTN,...
Zain is currently deploying unmanned fixed payphones in Nigeria. This fixed payphones will provide affordable 24/7 telecommunication services nationwide. For now, Zain has deployed...
