Patience Rusere

 Windows Autopilot simplifies device provisioning, but when it fails, it often fails loudly. Here are five issues you’re likely to encounter—and how to resolve them without pulling your hair out. 1. "Something Went Wrong" at the Enrollment Status Page Cause: Missing app or policy dependency Fix: Ensure all Win32 apps have proper detection logic and dependencies defined. 2. Device Never Appears in Intune Cause: Hardware hash wasn't uploaded properly Fix: Run Get-WindowsAutopilotInfo again and confirm the hash is uploaded with correct serial. 3. Deployment Profile Not Assigned Cause: Device isn’t in assigned group Fix: Check group membership and profile targeting rules. 4. ESP Timeout or Failure Cause: Long install times or connectivity loss Fix: Break down apps into deployment rings and use pre-caching. 5. Reboots During OOBE Cause: Firmware or driver conflicts Fix: Update BIOS and verify OEM driver pack compatibility with Windows 11. Autopilot isn’t flawless—bu...

 CHOOSING  a mobile plan used to be simple: get a prepaid SIM and recharge when needed. But today’s mobile needs are more complex, and MTN has responded with a variety of options for different users. From students watching TikTok on the go to professionals managing email on multiple devices, MTN offers plans that fit nearly every lifestyle. So how do you choose between prepaid and contract (postpaid)? Let’s break it down. What is Prepaid? Prepaid customers load airtime or buy bundles upfront. There’s no monthly bill—just the freedom to top up as needed. Best For: Budget-conscious users Teenagers and students People with irregular usage patterns MTN Prepaid Benefits: No credit check required MTN Data4Keeps and Night Express bundles Freedom to switch bundles monthly Example Bundle: 3GB Anytime + 3GB Night for R149 What is Postpaid (Contract)? With a postpaid plan, you commit to a fixed monthly fee and get a set number of minutes, SMS, and dat...

WITH  newer models like the iPhone 15 Pro on the shelves, you might wonder if the iPhone 13 still holds its own in 2025. The short answer: absolutely —especially if you’re looking to step into Apple’s ecosystem without spending top rand. Offered on contract through MTN and available in several colors and storage sizes, the iPhone 13 is a polished, powerful option that blends performance with longevity. 📱 Core Specs: Display: 6.1" Super Retina XDR (OLED) Chipset: Apple A15 Bionic Cameras: Dual 12MP (main + ultra-wide); 12MP front Battery: ~3,240mAh with wireless and MagSafe charging Storage Options: 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 5G Ready: Yes – compatible with all MTN 5G bands 🚀 Performance That’s Still Ahead of the Pack Powered by the A15 Bionic chip, the iPhone 13 still runs circles around many newer Android phones in the same price range. Everyday apps launch instantly. Photo and video editing? No sweat. Even with multiple apps open, lag is virtually n...

Making the move to MTN isn’t just about getting a SIM card—it’s about unlocking an ecosystem built around affordability, reliability, and world-class customer support. In your first 30 days, here’s what you can expect: Smooth Porting Process : Whether you’re coming from Vodacom or Telkom, MTN’s number porting process usually takes under 24 hours. You’ll get a temporary SIM while we handle the switch. Free Welcome Benefits : Many new prepaid users receive bonus airtime or free WhatsApp bundles after activation. Be sure to dial *135# to check your current offers. SmartApp Integration : Download the MTN app early—it gives you full control over data usage, airtime balance, and lets you buy bundles at a discount. 24/7 Support : Need help? Chat live with an agent inside the app or dial 135 toll-free. We’ve also launched a WhatsApp assistant for fast self-service.

By Patience Rusere Choosing between prepaid and postpaid plans? You’re not alone. With MTN offering tailored plans for every budget, understanding your habits can help you get the most out of your rands. Prepaid is best for: Students or freelancers with unpredictable income. Light users who rely mostly on Wi-Fi. Customers who prefer to control spending. Postpaid is ideal for: Professionals who need consistent voice/data access. Families managing shared plans and multiple devices. Frequent international callers—especially with MTN’s fixed monthly rates and roaming bundles. Quick Tip : MTN’s hybrid Flexi plans let you set a spending cap while enjoying the flexibility of prepaid—with the convenience of postpaid billing. No matter your choice, the MTN Zone and Just4You discounts make every rand stretch further.

IT’s 2025, and the battle between Android and Apple isn’t slowing down — if anything, it’s more intense than ever. Each platform has evolved, borrowed from the other, and refined its identity. But when the dust settles, one platform still edges ahead for users who want more freedom, more choice, and more control: Android . Let’s break down where things stand in 2025 — and why Android is still the better buy for most people. 💡 Customization and control still belong to Android If you're the kind of person who likes your phone to feel like your phone, Android still wins. In 2025, Material You evolved into a design powerhouse, allowing deep theming across apps, widgets, and system UI — no third-party hacks required. Meanwhile, iOS 18 finally lets you place icons anywhere on the home screen (welcome to 2012), but customization is still largely cosmetic. Apple wants you to have their experience — Android lets you create your own. 🔋 Hardware freedom vs. hardwar...

By Patience Rusere | March 2025 Buying a laptop might seem easy enough—until you're standing in a store (or scrolling online) and faced with a whole bunch of tech terms and jargon such as cores, threads, SSDs, refresh rates, etc making it a bit overwhelming, especially when every store claims its deals are the best. But don’t worry. This guide strips away the sales fluff and gives you straight-up, local-friendly advice to help you choose a machine that matches your needs. 🎯 Step 1: What Will You Use It For? Your usage decides everything else. So be honest about what your day-to-day looks like: Light Use : Browsing, emails, Netflix, MS Word. Moderate Use : Working from home, multitasking, Zoom, light editing. Heavy Use : Gaming, programming, graphic design, video editing. 📘 Technical Specs—Explained in Plain English Let’s decode the most important specs you’ll see: 💾 SSD vs HDD (Storage) SSD (Solid State D...

    By Patience Rusere   THE  smartphone rivalry that never sleeps just reached another fever pitch between Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra hitting the South African market a few weeks ahead of Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro Max, and brand loyalists are already locking horns. But beneath the marketing polish and flagship hype, which device actually gives you more bang for your buck? After weeks of agonizing over which one to buy, I gave myself some hands-on time with both devices for a grounded comparison. 🧠 Performance & Processor – Brains Behind the Glass Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (SA models finally ditch the Exynos in most variants — thank heavens). 12GB/16GB RAM options. Runs Android 15 with One UI 7. iPhone 16 Pro Max: Apple’s new A18 Pro Bionic chip built on a 2nm process - extremely efficient. 8GB RAM (still less on paper, but tightly optimized). iOS 18 with A...

                      By Patience Rusere YOU plug in your phone at night, wake up to 100%, and by lunchtime, it’s begging for a charger. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone - and no, your phone isn’t trying to sabotage your day. Your battery is simply getting old, and despite all the charging hacks out there, some habits might be making it worse. Let’s break down what’s going on inside your phone, separate myths from facts, and share practical tips to keep your battery going strong for as long as possible. 🔋 The Truth About Lithium-Ion Batteries Almost every smartphone today uses a lithium-ion battery , and while they’re powerful and efficient, they aren’t invincible. Over time, these batteries degrade - not because you’re doing anything wrong, but because of chemistry. Each charge cycle (from 0% to 100%) slightly wears the battery down. After around 500 full cycles , your battery starts to lose its capaci...