Zimbabwe Tech News TechnoMag
Zimbabwe Tech News TechnoMag
February 27, 2025 at 03:52 PM
*Tune in to StarFM at 6:05 PM for the TechnoMag-NetOne Tech News Bulletin* *And Now In Tech News:* Starlink has fully opened capacity in Bulawayo, while towns surrounding Harare are gradually regaining access. Last year, demand surged just weeks after Starlink’s launch, leading to widespread sellouts that extended more than 100km from Harare to areas like Chegutu and Macheke—both of which now have available capacity. Mvurwi has also reopened, signaling a broader easing of congestion, which was largely attributed to informal resellers who stockpiled kits for resale at inflated prices. InnBucks has introduced the Two-for-One feature, allowing users to link two mobile numbers to a single wallet for added convenience. Customers can activate this by dialing *569#, logging in, selecting Account Services, then choosing Link Additional Mobile and entering the number they wish to add. The Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) is conducting the Start Your Business (SYB) Training Programme in Bulawayo this week, equipping 45 innovators with essential skills to develop viable business plans. According to the regulator, the program aims to foster entrepreneurship by providing practical guidance tailored to participants’ ventures, aligning with efforts to strengthen Zimbabwe’s digital and tech-driven economy. Chinese researchers have developed a groundbreaking lithium battery technology that could extend battery lifespan by decades, reports have revealed. The innovation involves injecting lithium ions into aging batteries, significantly boosting their lifespan from the typical 6-8 years or 1,000-1,500 charge cycles to over 10,000 cycles. This breakthrough marks the first successful attempt to rejuvenate lithium batteries at such a scale, potentially revolutionizing energy storage and sustainability in sectors like electric vehicles and renewable energy. *Tech Tip Of The Day:* Some smartphones support reverse wireless charging, allowing you to charge another device by placing it on the back of your phone Did you know? The world’s first camera phone was released in 1999, and it could only store 20 photos! For these and more visit www.technomag.co.zw This StarFm Tech News Segment is proudly brought to you by NetOne the world in one

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