Kay&Kobia

03/04/2019

This robot, taught itself to play Jenga!

Strategies are informed by a complex set of tactile and visual stimuli — by touching a block and observing the tower, we not only see but also feel our actions and their consequences. The MIT Jenga robot thus marks an important step in AI’s transition to the physical world.

08/02/2019

Who doesn't love giraffes? 🦒🦒
The Giraffe Manor in Nairobi Kenya

08/02/2019

These are the solutions that new tech like 3D printing are fantastic for, with the right ideas!

The topic of healthcare and associated challenges is universal, but in areas like Kenya, some may find it impossible to get the care they need in rural areas; i

25/11/2015

This is what happened when teachers found out how students felt about them. Very touching and inspiring!

19/11/2015

I remember when you had to run home to catch a show, flipping through TV guides, and the joy of finding your show on VHS after you let it record all night.. Ah, the good old days!
& is the new

10/11/2015

Sony is killing off this 40 years old format. Did you know betamax was still around?

05/11/2015

One thing everyone can agree on- we all think of how we can make/purchase things when browsing ! &

05/11/2015

The fashion industry can't ignore apps & tech anymore, now that they're part of pop trends. , &

The classic British brand makes industry history one Snap at a time.

04/11/2015

How You're Killing Your Own Creativity:
You can’t always wait for inspiration to strike. But sometimes the secret is in your approach to new ideas and solutions so you don’t close yourself off from the great ideas you might have overlooked.
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18/09/2015

Google's ambitious 'Android One' project is now in Africa. How will this differ from their Indian experience? , & in

Back in September 2014, Google announced the 'Android One' project which aims to deliver quality handsets to developing countries. These devices run on the latest version of Android and come with a...

10/09/2015

Uber in Nairobi is different from every other city it is available in. I tried it out for 2 weeks, here's how it went
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3 months ago, I wrote a blog post about Uber's arrival in Kenya. I mentioned my concerns and perceived obstacles that the infamous company faced in entering this new market in Kenya. Now that I'm t...

01/09/2015

Testing out the cash payment option on Uber in Nairobi for an article... And its awesome for those of us who suck at bargaining!
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