Articles - Rukayat Badmus

My Tech Adventures And More...

Welcome to my little corner of the internet, a collection of tech updates, explainers, opinion pieces, product reviews, comparisons, and the occasional dip into fashion and beauty. It’s a mix of everything I love and everything you’ll find useful. Take your time, explore, and enjoy the stories. You'll love it here, I promise!

Tech Updates

Spotify Now Allows You See Weekly Listening Stats | Pulse Nigeria

PlayStation 5 Sales Surpass 84.2 Million Units Worldwide in Record Time | Pulse Nigeria

You Can Now Post Q&A Stickers on WhatsApp Like Instagram | Pulse Nigeria

Meta Will Start Monitoring Your AI Chats From December | Pulse Nigeria

Apple x ISSEY MIYAKE Just Made the Coolest Way to Carry Your iPhone | Pulse Nigeria

Google Warns Android Users About Dangerous Apps | Pulse Nigeria

Google Launches Nano Banana Pro, Its Most Advanced Image Generation Model Yet | Pulse Nigeria

Google Brings AirDrop to Android But Only One Device Gets It First | Pulse Nigeria

Apple Unveils Limited-Edition iPhone Grip by Hikawa Designed for Accessibility | Pulse Nigeria

Google’s Gemini 3 Is Smarter, Faster, and Way More Useful | Pulse Nigeria

Google Vids Lets You Make AI Videos for Free | Pulse Nigeria

Vine Is Back as “diVine” — With Jack Dorsey Backing and Zero AI Content | Pulse Nigeria

Rockstar Confirms New Release Date for GTA 6 | Pulse Nigeria

It Took Ten Years, But There's Finally WhatsApp on The Apple Watch | Pulse Nigeria

OpenAI Says ChatGPT Can’t Give Legal, Health, or Financial Advice Anymore | Pulse Nigeria

Tim Cook Says More AI Models Are Coming to Apple Intelligence | Pulse Nigeria

Samsung’s First Tri-Fold Phone Is Here: The Galaxy Z TriFold Officially Showcased | Pulse Nigeria

Android Phones are Getting a One-tap Gemini Summary Button | Pulse Nigeria

WhatsApp's New Passkey Backup Feature Keeps Your Chats Safer | Pulse Nigeria

Apple May Soon Be Forced to Open iPhones to Other App Stores | Pulse Nigeria

Samsung Galaxy Phones That Will No Longer Receive Security Updates | Pulse Nigeria

X Link Update: How It Helps Boost Engagement | Pulse Nigeria

Google Chrome’s New Feature Fixes Notification Overload — Here’s How It Works | Pulse Nigeria

Instagram Teen Accounts Now Set to PG-13 by Default — All You Need to Know | Pulse Nigeria

WhatsApp Set to Replace Phone Numbers with Usernames | Pulse Nigeria

Samsung One UI 8.5 Update: Privacy Features & Eligible Devices | Pulse Nigeria

ChatGPT and Shopify Are Teaming Up: You Can Now Buy Directly Inside ChatGPT | Pulse Nigeria

ChatGPT Just Got a Teen Safety Upgrade, and the Tragic Story Behind It | Pulse Nigeria

iOS 26 Reimagines the iPhone With Liquid Glass

iOS 26 Review: Top Features and What Nigerians Should Know | Pulse Nigeria

What’s New in Android 16? Everything You Need to Know Right Now

Gemini, Astra, and More: The Biggest AI Announcements from Google I/O 2025

It Took Ten Years, But There's Finally WhatsApp on The Apple Watch | Pulse Nigeria

OpenAI Says ChatGPT Can’t Give Legal, Health, or Financial Advice Anymore | Pulse Nigeria

Canva Rolls Out Its Own AI Model and Creative Operating System | Pulse Nigeria

Tim Cook Says More AI Models Are Coming to Apple Intelligence | Pulse Nigeria

Samsung’s First Tri-Fold Phone Is Here: The Galaxy Z TriFold Officially Showcased | Pulse Nigeria

Android Phones are Getting a One-tap Gemini Summary Button | Pulse Nigeria

WhatsApp's New Passkey Backup Feature Keeps Your Chats Safer | Pulse Nigeria

Apple May Soon Be Forced to Open iPhones to Other App Stores | Pulse Nigeria

Samsung Galaxy Phones That Will No Longer Receive Security Updates | Pulse Nigeria

X Link Update: How It Helps Boost Engagement | Pulse Nigeria

Google Chrome’s New Feature Fixes Notification Overload — Here’s How It Works

Instagram Teen Accounts Now Set to PG-13 by Default — All You Need to Know | Pulse Nigeria

WhatsApp Set to Replace Phone Numbers with Usernames | Pulse Nigeria

Samsung One UI 8.5 Update: Privacy Features & Eligible Devices | Pulse Nigeria

ChatGPT and Shopify Are Teaming Up: You Can Now Buy Directly Inside ChatGPT | Pulse Nigeria

ChatGPT Just Got a Teen Safety Upgrade, and the Tragic Story Behind It | Pulse Nigeria

Google’s Nano Banana Is Its Latest Step Toward Responsible AI Editing

iPhone 17 Pro: Leaks, Rumored Specs & What to Expect

$15,000 for Sound? Hermès Just Made the Most Extra Headphones Ever

HyperOS Is Here: What Xiaomi’s New Operating System Means for You

WhatsApp Will Stop Working on Some Phones in May 2025—Here’s What You Need to Know

Opinion Pieces

X Wants You to Know Where Accounts Are From | Pulse Nigeria

Is the Internet Less Fun? AI, Commerce, and SEO Culture Is Killing the Magic | Pulse Nigeria

The Death of the ‘Original’ Image: How AI Is Changing Art and Photography | Pulse Nigeria

Why Nigerians Are Obsessed With What Phone You Use | Pulse Nigeria

7 Little Ways Tech Has Changed How You Think Without You Noticing | Pulse Nigeria

Why Music Producers Are the New Tech-preneurs in Nigeria | Pulse Nigeria

From Set to Screen: How Technology Is Transforming Nollywood Filmmaking | Pulse Nigeria

Why Nigerians Treat iPhones Like a Status Symbol (and What the BLord Saga Exposed) | Pulse Nigeria

Did Samsung Just Copy Apple’s Cosmic Orange? Galaxy S26 Ultra Leak Suggests So | Pulse Nigeria

Is AI Dangerous? The Hidden Dangers You Didn’t Think About | Pulse Nigeria

'AI Will Take Your Job': Will This Affect Teachers?

Electric Cars in Nigeria: Glamour, Cost, and Can We Actually Make the Switch? | Pulse Nigeria

Is Technology Making Me Lonelier? My Experience and What Others Think

We Asked 8 Photographers About the Cameras They Swear By—Here’s What They Said

Too Slim to Succeed? Why No One Is Buying the iPhone 17 Air | Pulse Nigeria

Explainers

What's The Difference Between A MacBook Pro and a MacBook Air? | Pulse Nigeria

How to Upload Music to Spotify: Step-by-Step Artist Guide | Pulse Nigeria

How Long Do Movies Take to Film? Movie Production Timelines Explained | Pulse Nigeria

How to Block Annoying Ads/Pop-Ups on Movie Sites | Pulse Nigeria

6 Signs Your Bank Account About to Be Phished | Pulse Nigeria

Tired of Job Hunting? ChatGPT Can Now Apply for Jobs on LinkedIn for You | Pulse Nigeria

Why Your Phone Might Be the Most Underrated Fitness Coach You Have | Pulse Nigeria

UK-Used iPhones, Locked iPhones: Are They Illegal or Nah? | Pulse Nigeria

How Tech Is Quietly Rewriting Nigerian Work Culture | Pulse Nigeria

Can Your Phone Spy on or Secretly Listen to You? | Pulse Nigeria

Why Nigerians Are Ditching Photoshoots for AI Images | Pulse Nigeria

From Samsung to Xiaomi: The Best Tech Ecosystems After Apple | Pulse Nigeria

What is NVIDIA and What Does It Do in Laptops? | Pulse Nigeria

What You Should Know About Laptop Operating Systems

What Intel, Ryzen & Apple M-Chips Are Really Saying About Your Laptop

Did You Know That Apple Devices Have a Free Password Manager? Here’s How It Works

What Gen Zs Want in a Phone and Why Millennials Disagree

Here's What to Do When Your Car Gets Stolen in Nigeria

How to Restore Your Washed or Faded Pictures

Your Guide to the Best Fitness, Therapy & Health Subscriptions in Nigeria

How to Check If Your Password Was Leaked in Massive 16 Million Data Breach

What Nigerian Creators Should Know About CapCut’s New Policy

Google Try-On: Everything You Need to Know About This Virtual Shopping Tool

We Checked If Airtel’s Nokia Router Is the Cheapest Unlimited Option—Here’s What We Think

Here’s What Changed with Apple’s 2025 OS Updates and Why It Matters

Lost Your Phone? Here’s How to Block Your Bank Account Instantly

Your Laptop’s Too Hot, And These 8 Habits Are the Reason Why

How to Tell If You Are Buying A Fake AirPod

This is What No One Tells You About Buying a Used iPhone in Nigeria

Parental Controls 101: How to Keep Your Phone Safe & Private

How to Stop Your Phone From Slowing Down: Easy Fixes You Didn't Know

How to Block a Stolen Phone from Accessing Your Bank Account

Do You Need A Smartwatch, or Is It Just the Hype?

How To Choose A Smartphone That Is Right For You

Switching from Android to iPhone? Here's How to Transfer Your Data Without Losing a Thing

How to Keep Your Laptop Battery Healthy for Years

How To spot And Avoid Online scams

How to Clean Up Your Smartphone Storage Without Losing Your Data

Everything You Need to Know About Website Cookies

Listicles/Evergreen

The Best PS5 Games to Play Right Now (2025 Edition) | Pulse Nigeria

10 Biggest Video Games Dropping in November 2025 | Pulse Nigeria

8 New iOS 26.1 Features iPhone Users Will Notice Immediately | Pulse Nigeria

Here’s Every Major Tech Launch Happening in November 2025 | Pulse Nigeria

Android 16 Security Features You Should Have | Pulse Nigeria

ChatGPT Hacks: 5 Secret Commands That Make It Smarter | Pulse Nigeria

5 Things Nobody Told You About Using an Electric Toothbrush | Pulse Nigeria

7 Smartwatches That Double as Style Accessories | Pulse Nigeria

AI Side Hustles: 5 Ways You Can Earn Money Using Artificial Intelligence | Pulse Nigeria

8 Brands That Imitate Apple’s Design (Phones, Laptops, etc) | Pulse Nigeria

Antivirus for Windows Laptops in 2025 | Pulse Nigeria

Apple 2025 Releases You Need to Know | Pulse Nigeria

iPhone 17, Galaxy S25 FE, Huawei Watch GT 6, Silksong: Everything Dropping This September

For Less Than 200K, These 5 Tablets Are the Most Durable and Functional

Tech Hubs in Nigeria Teaching Valuable Tech Skills with Certification for Free

All the Hottest Google Updates and Game Releases This August

5 Phones Brands That Made the Leap From Old School to Android

The Best Night Data Plans Across All Networks in Nigeria

5 Android Phones That Go Head-to-Head With the iPhone 15 Pro Max

7 Parenting Tools That Help You Become a Better Parent

5 Android Apps To Learn, Earn, and Stay Organised as a Nigerian Student

9 Must-Have Apps for Nigerians Moving Abroad

5 Water Dispensers For Easy & Clean Hot or Cold Water, Fit for Nigerian Homes

We Can Bet You Didn’t Know Your iPhone Can Do These 13 Amazing Things

Low on Cash? Here are Places to Buy Phones and Pay in Installments

These 7 Laptops Have the Strongest Processors in 2025

These 10 Games Will Make You Smarter While You Chill

Dating a Gamer? Here’s What to Get Him (or Her) for International Video Game Day

These Nigerian Accounts Offer the Highest Interest Rates When Saving in Dollars in 2025

These 7 Fintech Apps Could Lose Nigerian Users Thanks to Naira Cards Now Working for USD

Buying a Phone in Lagos? These 7 Spots Are Trusted, Tested, and Scam-Free

10 Best Skills Nigerian Employers Pay ₦500k+ Monthly For

5 Phones That Take Shockingly Good Night Photos

5 Car Security Devices Every Nigerian Driver Should Install

Don’t Skip These 11 Checks When Buying a Tokunbo Car in Nigeria

The Best Free AI Text Summarizers You Can Use in 2025

Need a Blender on a Budget? These Ones Cost Less Than ₦40K and Deliver

The Best 12,000mAh Power Banks Under ₦20,000

These Air Conditioners Keep You Cool Without Increasing Your NEPA Bill

No One’s Snatching Your Laptop With These Anti-Theft Backpacks

From Zoom to Photoshop, These 4 Laptops Can Handle It All

9 Headphone Brands That Actually Honour Their Warranties

These 7 Android Tablets Can Do What iPads Do (and More)

5 Best Data-Saving Browser Apps You Need To Download Now

5 Websites Where Teens Can Learn to Code (and Have Fun Doing It)

9 Parental Control Apps Built To Help You Keep Your Kids Safe Effortlessly

5 Affordable External Hard Drives & SSDs to Protect Your Data

The Best GPS Tools to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe

Product Reviews

itel P70 Price in Nigeria 2025: Review, Specs & Features | Pulse Nigeria

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Review: The Flagship That’s Quietly Outshining the iPhone | Pulse Nigeria

Xiaomi 15 Ultra Review: Does It Live Up to the Leica Hype? | Pulse Nigeria

Xiaomi Latest Phones: Meet the 15T and Redmi 15 | Pulse Nigeria

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: The iPhone 17 Pro Max Look-Alike at Half Price | Pulse Nigeria

Do You Really Need the iPhone 17? | Pulse Nigeria

Redmi A3x Review, Specs & Price in Nigeria | Pulse Nigeria

itel P70 Price in Nigeria 2025: Review, Specs & Features | Pulse Nigeria

Samsung Galaxy A15 Review, Specs & Price in Nigeria | Pulse Nigeria

A Foldable That Doesn’t Fear Dust: Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold Review

Does The Oraimo FreePods 4 Truly Deliver Premium Sound at a Friendly Price?

Apple 2025 Releases You Need to Know | Pulse Nigeria

What Does the Under-200k itel S24 Offer You?

Everything We Know About the Samsung Z Fold 7 So Far

GT 30 Pro: Infinix’s Boldest Phone Yet—But Is It Worth It?

Would You Try An Electric Lunch Box for Hot Meals On The Go?

This Budget Redmi Phone Promises a Lot, Does It Actually Deliver?

Touchscreens Are Nice. But Are They Worth It on a Laptop?

Is the iPhone 16 the Best iPhone Yet? We Break It Down

We Reviewed The Vivo V50 Series; Here's What We Found

I Tried a Sleep Tracker App for a Week And Here’s How It Improved My Nights

Everything You Need to Know About the NEW Samsung Galaxy A56 and A36

Comparative Reviews

iPhone 17 vs iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: Specs, Prices, and Which One Fits You Best | Pulse Nigeria

Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Do You Really Need the Upgrade? | Pulse Nigeria

Kenstar vs Buchymix Air Fryer: Which is Really Worth the Price?

Poco X6 Pro vs Redmi Note 13 Pro: Which Offers More Value in Nigeria?

Is The Google Pixel 10 & 10 Pro Worth Its Hype and Price?

Trying to Choose Between Infinix GT 30 Pro and Note 50? Start Here

Stuck Between Itel and Tecno? This Breakdown Will Help You Decide

Laptop Sleeve or Backpack? 7 Questions to Choose the Right One

Comparing 1HP Panasonic vs Hisense AC: Which is Best for Nigerians?

Apple Watch vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch: Which One’s Better for You?

Which Gaming Console Should You Buy?

Everyday Laptops vs. Gaming Laptops: Is the Extra Cost Really Worth It?

MacBook Air 13 (M4) vs. Microsoft Surface Pro 11: Which One Should You Buy in 2025?

Surge Protector vs. Stabilizer: Which is the Better Household Appliance?

Which Apple Watch Should You Buy?

Fashion

Every Nigerian Man Needs These 5 Shoes

Choosing Between Jonkoso and Senator? Read This Before You Sew

Owning These Fashion Pieces Help You Switch From Work to Owambe & Keep Slaying

These 11 Ankara Bags Are So Stylish, You’ll Want Them All

Don’t Wear These 5 Fashion Items Outdoors During Rainy Season (Trust Us)

10 Latest Ankara Styles in 2025 That’ll Make You Fall in Love Again

These Are the Best Men’s Jeans Styles to Wear in 2025

Stylish Gym Hijabs & Modest Activewear for Women Who Want Coverage + Comfort

These Nigerian Footwear Brands Have You Covered—Work, Weddings & Weekends

Cotton, Linen, or Polyester: Here’s the Best Fabric for Staying Cool

Where to Get Classy Abayas for Less Than 50K

Kanye West & Bianca Censori’s Looks at Grammy 2025 - Brialec

Embellished Denim: The Trend Taking Fashion to the Next Level - Brialec

Dior's Spring 2025 Haute Couture Collection - Brialec

Chanel Fashion Show 2025 - Brialec

The Art of Layering: Mastering Style and Comfort - Brialec

Men’s Clothing Stores: Your Guide to Stylish Wardrobes - Brialec

Afro-Modern Fashion: Blending Tradition with Contemporary Style - Brialec

Comfortable Fashion: Where Style Meets Ease - Brialec

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Outfit Ideas for Weekend Brunches - Brialec

How to Create a Minimalist Style - Brialec

5 Ways to Organize Your Closet for Better Style Decisions - Brialec

How to Maintain Your Clothes for Longevity: Care Tips Every Fashionista Should Know - Brialec

Maternity Fashion That Combines Comfort and Style - Brialec

Hat Etiquette: Mastering the Do’s and Don’ts of Stylish Hat-Wearing - Brialec

5 Unique Nail Designs to Elevate Your Fashion Game - Brialec

Funke Akindele Stuns in Bold Black Lace Statement Look - Brialec

How to Define Your Personal Style in 5 Easy Steps - Brialec

Fashion Tips for Plus-Size Women: Celebrate Your Curves - Brialec

Local and Cultural Fashion in Nigeria: Traditional Clothing Styles and How They Inspire Modern Looks - Brialec

8 Stylish Yet Practical Outfit Ideas for Men - Brialec

Effortless Style: Returning to Work Looking Polished After the Holidays - Brialec

Trendy Hairstyles: The Curtain Bangs Trend - Brialec

FEW CELEBRITIES THAT STARTED 2025 IN STYLE - Brialec

New Year, New Wardrobe - Brialec

Best Bags to Complement Your Holiday Party Outfits - Brialec

Matching Family Outfits: Stylish Ideas for Christmas Photos - Brialec

How to Add a Touch of Sparkle to Your Holiday Outfits - Brialec

Nail Your Weekend Look:Style Tips for Every Mood - Brialec

Spotlight on Local Designers: Veekee James and Her Exquisite Craftsmanship - Brialec

Shopping Guides: Your Go-To for Local and Online Fashion Stores - Brialec

Accessories and Beauty: The Secret to Elevating Your Outfit - Brialec

How to Mix Patterns Like a Pro - Brialec

Festive Dates Fashion Tips - Brialec

Body Positivity and Styling: Dressing for Your Body Type with Confidence - Brialec

Fashion Highlights from the Everybody Loves Jenifa Premiere - Brialec

Style Recommendations for All Occasions and Seasons - Brialec

Beauty

How to Check if Your Lotion Contains Bleaching Agents

How Often Should You Bathe in a Day According to Experts?

7 Mistakes You Should Not Make When Applying Perfumes

Safe and Effective Ways to Remove Callus From Your Feet

6 Ways Women Can Permanently Get Rid of Facial & Body Hair

Look Bold and Beautiful with These Kinky Hairstyles That Still Protect Your Hair

Swap Out These 10 Skincare Mistakes for Our Tips & Watch Your Acne Disappear

Get Rid of Hair Lice Permanently With These 7 Steps

Gentle Relaxers That Straighten Without Damaging Your Hair

You’re Probably Doing These 13 Things Wrong With Your Hair

12 Body Butters That’ll Leave You Feeling Soft, Smooth & Glow-Ready

These 5 Nigerian Lipstick Brands Belong in Every Girl’s Makeup Bag

Your Love-Your-Skin Routine: A Nigerian-Friendly Guide to That Glow Life

Want Spa Energy at Home? These Affordable Oils and Diffusers Deliver

Dry Brushing Is All Over Wellness TikTok. But Does It Actually Work?

Why So Many Nigerian Men Still Refuse to Use Body Lotion

These 5 Body Oils Work as the Perfect Perfume Base for All-Day Scent

Trusted Hair Extension Brands Nigerian Women Are Buying in 2025

These 6 Shower Products Help With Acne On Your Chest and Back

Want Stronger Nails? These Are Nigeria’s Top-Rated Nail Care Products

CeraVe vs Cetaphil: Which is Better for Hyperpigmentation and Dark Skin?

10 Common Skincare Mistakes You're Making Without Knowing (And How to Fix Them)

Natural or Relaxed Hair? I Asked 15 People What They Prefer

Hyperpigmentation? Try These 7 Turmeric Products for Clearer Skin

7 Best Extra Virgin Olive Oils That Deliver on Flavor & Quality

Human Interest Features

10 Fun Team-Building Activities That Actually Work

We Asked Nigerians What Joy Tastes Like. Answer: Dodo. Always Dodo.

Nigerians Swear Learning Never Felt Easier Than With These Learning Tools

What Gen Zs Want in a Phone and Why Millennials Disagree

The First Thing Nigerians Do Every Morning? Open These Apps on Their Phones

5 Nigerian Women Share the First Perfume They Ever Bought and Why They’ll Never Forget It

Could It Be PCOS? Aproko Doctor Says These Signs Matter

Others

Do Not Store These 9 Foods in Your Fridge; Here’s How to Store Them Instead

How to Get a NELFUND Loan Under the New Academic Session Guidelines

Don’t Rent an Apartment in Nigeria Without Checking These 10 Things

7 Expensive Hotels in Lagos Where You Can Experience Luxury

These TikTok Friendship Challenges Are Too Fun; And Yes, You Can Shop the Props in Nigeria

Beyond Bournvita: 11 Chocolate Brands You Should Definitely Taste Before 30

These 9 Pressure Pots Make Cooking in Nigeria Faster and Way Less Stressful

These 7 Luxury Chess Sets Look So Good, You’ll Want to Leave Them on Display

How to Host a Nigerian House Party Without Stressing Out: 11 Steps to Follow

Buying a House in Nigeria? Here’s How to Get a Mortgage Without Being Rich

Girls’ Night? Here’s How to Make It Fun, Chill, and Full of Memories

The 19 Best Outdoor Toys for Nigerian Kids in 2025: Fun, Smart, and School-Approved

These 7 Protein Bars Are Gym-Bro Approved and Perfect for Post-Workout Recovery in Nigeria

The 7 Best Online Universities in Nigeria for Busy People Who Still Want That Degree

The 9 Nigerian Podcasts Everyone is Talking About in 2025

If You Want to Get Into Crime Books, Start With ‘Map of Bones’ by James Rollins

7 Stylish Study Tables Under ₦100,000 That Fit Small Spaces

Keto Promises Fast Weight Loss. But Does It Work? Here's What a Nutritionist Thinks

These 5 Stock Investment Platforms Are Helping Nigerians Build Wealth in 2025

Must-Haves for Every Period Kit—Whether You’re at School, Work or Travelling

These Are the Easiest and Safest Ways to Convert Crypto in Nigeria

These Shoe Rack Ideas Are a Small-Space Game Changer

This Foldable Dish Drying Rack is Perfect for Small Kitchens

9 Affordable Couple Getaways Near Lagos for Under ₦150k

10 Common Washing Machine Problems (and How to Fix Them Like a Pro)

Lighting Like a Pro: How to Create a Luxurious Ambience in Your Home

Cheap Pre- and Post-Workout Snacks That Actually Work

Unique Gifts for Kids That Aren’t Just More Toys

7 Best Performing Nigerian Stocks in 2025 And How You Can Own A Piece

10 Things You Need to Start a POS Business in Nigeria

5 Shocking Reasons Why You Should Never Store Food in Plastic

7 Nigerian Foods That Are Secretly Packed with Vitamin D

Our Favourite Peanut Butter, According To The Pulse Picks Team