HONOR Philippines announced its Payday Sale, allowing consumers to get up to Php2,000 OFF on participating HONOR phones on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop.
Whether you’re looking for a durable smartphone, a long-lasting battery, or a camera powerhouse, HONOR has got you covered. The HONOR X9a 5G is the perfect choice for those seeking a highly durable smartphone, while the HONOR X7a offers exceptional battery life that can keep you going for up to three days. For photography enthusiasts, the HONOR X8a’s 100MP Ultra-Clear camera brings DSLR-like quality to your pocket.
In addition to smartphones, HONOR also offers other smart devices to enhance your digital lifestyle. During the Payday Sale, customers can enjoy a special offer on the HONOR Pad 8, which comes with a FREE Magic Keyboard worth Php5,990 and a FREE Premium HONOR bag worth Php2,000 when purchasing the HONOR MagicBook X 14 or MagicBook X 15. This ensures you stay connected and productive on the go.
Meanwhile, if you’ve been eyeing the flagship HONOR Magic5 Pro, now is the perfect time to make your purchase. During the Payday Sale, you can grab this coveted device at a discounted price of Php58,840, down from its original price of Php59,990. Experience the cutting-edge technology and premium features that make the HONOR Magic5 Pro a standout device.
How to Avail of the Offers
To enjoy these amazing deals, simply visit HONOR’s official stores on Lazada, TikTok Shop, and Shopee from June 28 to July 2.
So, are you getting one? Let us know what you think in the comment section!
vivo has introduced the vivo X90s in China. This new offering brings some notable enhancements, including an upgraded chipset in the form of the Dimensity 9200+, along with two captivating color options, white and green.
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Visually, the vivo X90s closely resembles its predecessor, the vivo X90. It boasts a large 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2800 × 1260 pixels, ensuring a vibrant and immersive visual experience. The display also supports a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, delivering seamless scrolling and fluid animations. The device maintains a sleek and stylish profile, appealing to users who prioritize both aesthetics and functionality.
Meanwhile, the standout feature of the vivo X90s lies within its performance capabilities. Powered by the advanced Dimensity 9200+ chipset, this smartphone ensures efficient multitasking, seamless app performance, and smooth gaming experiences. It offers impressive processing power and improved energy efficiency, providing a seamless user experience.
Furthermore, all models of the X90s come equipped with UFS 4.0 storage and LPDDR5X RAM as standard, ensuring swift data access, ample storage capacity, and smooth app launches.
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The vivo X90s retains the excellent camera setup found in its predecessor. It features a 50MP primary camera with a large 1/1.49″ sensor size and 1.0µm pixel size, ensuring sharp and detailed images. Complementing the primary camera is a 12MP ultrawide lens and a 12MP telephoto module with a 50mm equivalent focal length, enabling users to capture a variety of perspectives with ease.
On the software front, the X90s runs on vivo’s OriginOS 3, based on the latest Android 13 operating system. This ensures a smooth and intuitive user interface, allowing users to enjoy the latest software features and enhancements.
Powering the vivo X90s is a 4,810mAh battery, providing ample energy to support a full day of intensive usage. Additionally, the device features 120W fast charging technology, allowing users to quickly recharge their smartphone and minimize downtime.
Pricing and Availability
The vivo X90s is already available for pre-order through vivo’s official website and partnering retailers in China. Open sales will commence on June 30, giving interested buyers the opportunity to acquire this impressive smartphone.
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In terms of pricing, the X90s offers multiple configurations to cater to varying user needs. The available options include:
8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage: CNY 3,999
12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage: CNY 4,299
12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage: CNY 4,699
As of now, vivo has not provided any specific details regarding the international availability of the X90s. However, considering vivo’s global presence, it is highly likely that the smartphone will be launched in other markets in the near future.
Stay tuned for further updates and announcements from vivo regarding the availability of the X90s outside of China.
Excitement is building up as Nothing gears up to unveil the Nothing Phone (2) on July 11. Indian fans, however, have an opportunity to secure their units ahead of time, as pre-orders will open on June 29. Although it’s not exactly a traditional pre-order, interested buyers can sign up on Flipkart’s dedicated landing page to reserve their unit and enjoy some enticing perks.
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Securing Your Reservation and Perks
Starting June 29, Flipkart will begin accepting ₹2,000 deposits from customers in India who wish to reserve the Nothing Phone (2). This deposit is fully refundable and serves as a qualification for a 50% discount on the Ear (stick), which carries a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of ₹10,000 but is currently available for ₹7,000. Additionally, customers will enjoy a 50% discount on the “Nothing accessories package.” Leading banks will also offer cashback options, further enhancing the value proposition.
Customers who have made the deposit will have a window of time to make their final decision. From July 11 (9PM) to July 20 (11:59PM), individuals can finalize their purchase by selecting the desired Nothing Phone (2) model and paying the remaining balance. Alternatively, customers who choose not to proceed with the purchase can request a refund of their deposit. While the exact shipping date is not explicitly mentioned by Flipkart, it is reasonable to assume that deliveries will commence on or shortly after July 21.
Confirmed Details and Upcoming Event
Nothing has already provided some key details about the highly anticipated Phone (2) model. The upcoming event on July 11 will serve to fill in any remaining gaps, ensuring that customers have a comprehensive understanding of the device they are pre-ordering. With the promise of unveiling more information during the event, prospective buyers can make an informed decision when securing their reservations.
OPPO is generating excitement among Indian consumers with its latest teaser for the Reno 10 Pro+ model. The company is particularly highlighting the remarkable 64MP periscope zoom camera.
The highlight of the OPPO Reno 10 Pro+ is its advanced 64MP f/2.5 periscope zoom camera. This cutting-edge camera boasts a half-inch (1/2″) sensor and 0.7µm pre-binned pixels. It offers a 3x optical zoom capability, with an impressive 120x hybrid zoom option that allows users to capture highly detailed and magnified shots. OPPO takes pride in its periscope design, which is 0.96mm thinner than competitors’ periscopes. Additionally, the Reno10 Pro+ boasts the highest megapixel count among its counterparts in the segment, ensuring stunning image quality.
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Aside from the exceptional periscope camera, the OPPO Reno 10 Pro+ is expected to feature a 50MP f/1.8 main camera equipped with a Sony IMX890 sensor measuring 1/1.56″. This primary camera is optimized to capture clear and vibrant images in various lighting conditions. Complementing the main camera, the device is anticipated to house an 8MP IMX355 sensor with a 1/4″ size, serving as a secondary camera. For impressive selfie capabilities, OPPO has integrated a 32MP front-facing camera into the Reno10 Pro+.
Global Launch with Potential Variations
OPPO initially unveiled the Reno 10 series in China, comprising three models: Reno 10, Reno 10 Pro, and Reno 10 Pro+. These devices are expected to launch globally, including in India. However, there might be some variations in the specifications for the Indian market. For instance, the Pro model may substitute the Dimensity 8200 chipset with the Snapdragon 778G. This move would provide users with powerful processing capabilities and enhanced performance.
Potential Specifications for the Pro+
Should the Indian variant of the Reno 10 Pro+ adopt similar specifications, consumers can anticipate a device featuring a 6.74-inch 120Hz OLED display. Under the hood, it could also house the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, accompanied by up to 16GB of RAM. The smartphone is likely to be equipped with a sizable 4,700mAh battery. This supports 100W fast charging, ensuring quick and convenient recharging.
Meanwhile, as the Indian launch of the OPPO Reno 10 series approaches, stay tuned for more updates regarding the official launch date, pricing, and availability.
OnePlus has taken to Twitter to reveal the design of the OnePlus Nord 3. Kinder Liu, the President and COO of the company, shared an image that gives users an exciting glimpse of what to expect from the upcoming device.
Triple Camera System and Stylish Color Options
The phone will boast a remarkable triple camera system on its rear, promising users an enhanced photography experience. Alongside this exciting feature, the smartphone will be available in two stunning color options, providing users with choices that match their personal style and preferences. The first color option is a captivating green shade with a glossy finish, while the second is an elegant black with a satin finish.
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Return of OnePlus Alert Slider and Introduction of IR Blaster
In addition to the impressive camera system and stylish color options, the image shared by Kinder Liu also reveals the return of a beloved OnePlus feature: the OnePlus alert slider. This slider, which was absent from the company’s recent Nord phones, allows users to switch between different notification profiles easily. OnePlus enthusiasts will undoubtedly be delighted to see its reappearance in the Nord 3.
Furthermore, the image also showcases the presence of an IR blaster at the top of the phone. This feature, previously introduced in the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite, enables users to control various infrared-enabled devices, such as televisions and air conditioners, directly from their smartphones.
Liu also expressed his excitement about the upcoming phone, stating, “Here’s your first look at OnePlus Nord 3 5G! OnePlus Nord is all about giving our users pretty much everything they could ask for, and this starts with a great OnePlus design.” He also hinted at more details being revealed during the OnePlus Nord Summer Launch Event, scheduled for July 5.
OnePlus Nord Summer Launch Event
The OnePlus Nord 3 will not be the only device making its debut at the OnePlus Nord Summer Launch Event. OnePlus will also introduce the Nord CE 3, the Nord Buds 2r, and the OnePlus BWZ2 ANC. This event promises to be an exciting showcase of innovative products from the company.
Looks like the leak doesn’t stop for Samsung as the renders and the specs of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Galaxy Z Flip5 have been leaked by none other than @SnoopyTech. The twitter user has leaked a lot of accurate information before and the leaked renders looks like they’re really official. But of course, still, take it with a grain of salt.
But of course, these are not yet confirmed but it’s looking like these specs are expected. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 does pack a larger cover display now and according to @SnoopyTech_, the cover display lets us check notifications, control the music, take selfies, and use it as a viewfinder and more. Unfortunately, they didn’t discuss further than that.
As for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, we can expect that the smartphone will have minor changes. Of course, it will have an upgraded camera and processor inside but the main change that we can see in here is the camera design and the flash placement. It also looks like the smartphone will also have a thinner and a little bit lighter body.
But of course, take all of these things with a grain of salt. Expect the smartphones to launch this July.
Cignal TV announced the launch of its latest sports powerhouse app, Pilipinas Live. This innovative platform promises an unrivaled sports viewing experience, bringing unlimited sports entertainment right to your fingertips.
With Pilipinas Live, fans can immerse themselves in the excitement of live sports broadcasts, offering the main event and exclusive behind-the-scenes action, sports news and updates, interactive fan experiences, and other thrilling features. This app is also designed to bring sports enthusiasts closer to the action like never before.
The app also goes beyond traditional sports viewing by incorporating advanced interactive functions. In addition, subscribers can actively participate in lively discussions, gaining fresh insights from special hosts and guests.
Premier Volleyball League (PVL) Invitational Conference Goes Live
To kick things off, Pilipinas Live will be streaming the 2023 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) Invitational Conference, starting on Tuesday, June 27, 2023. The PVL features 13 teams competing for the midseason crown, including two foreign squads. The app also lets Fans catch all the live and on-demand matches.
“Pilipinas Live was created to reshape the landscape of sports viewing. It offers the ultimate digital experience to Filipino sports enthusiasts wherever they may be. The innovation behind the app’s development and rollout represents our steadfast commitment to providing only the best to the Pinoy sports fan,” shares Jane Jimenez Basas, President, and CEO of Cignal TV.
In addition to the PVL, Pilipinas Live will also stream this year’s most anticipated basketball event, the FIBA World Cup 2023, featuring the best teams worldwide. Fans can also enjoy not only the games played in the Philippines but also those in Japan and Indonesia. Moreover, supporters of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) and the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) can catch their favorite games on this innovative streaming platform.
Seize the Opportunity with an Exclusive Introductory Subscription
For a limited time, sports fans in the Philippines can become privileged early subscribers of Pilipinas Live, gaining exclusive access to the app for an introductory subscription price of only Php99 per month.
Downloading the Pilipinas Live app is a breeze. Simply visit the Google Play Store or the App Store to get started.
For more information, visit https://pilipinaslive.com and unlock the thrilling world of sports entertainment right at your fingertips.
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) unveiled its latest offering as the All-New Toyota Zenix. This marks TMP’s entry into the 7-seater Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) segment, catering to the needs of modern Filipino families seeking an electrified mobility experience.
Combining the renowned Toyota reliability with the advantages of an advanced energy-efficient ride, the All-New Zenix features a self-charging hybrid system that offers a quiet drive, reduced emissions, and the spaciousness and comfort expected from a Toyota family carrier. It expands TMP’s existing HEV lineup, which includes popular models such as the Corolla Altis, Corolla Cross, Camry, and RAV4.
Versatility, Style, and Convenience
TMP’s philosophy centers around empowering customers with a wide range of choices, accelerating the adoption of electrified vehicles. The introduction of the All-New Zenix meets the demand for a hybrid option in the MPV category, offering sustainable transportation solutions for the entire family.
Designed with versatility, reliability, style, comfort, and convenience in mind, the All-New Zenix also elevates the driving experience for families. It boasts two variants: the 2.0 Q Hybrid CVT and the 2.0 V CVT, ensuring that customers can select the model that suits their preferences and needs.
Sporty Exterior and Premium Interiors
The All-New Zenix captivates with its sporty exterior, featuring a robust grille and a commanding presence on the road. The HEV variant stands out with its 18-inch alloy wheels and overfenders, while the gas variant impresses with 17-inch alloy wheels. Both variants offer a Push Start ignition system and Smart Entry for enhanced accessibility.
Equipped with the latest Toyota Safety Sense (TSS), the All-New Zenix HEV also provides peace of mind through advanced safety features, including the Pre-Collision System (PCS), Lane Departure Alert (LDA), Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Anti-Lock Brake System, and Vehicle Stability Control. Additional features such as the Panoramic View Monitor (PVM), Blind Spot Monitor (BSM), and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) assist the driver during parking and other driving demands.
The interior of the All-New Zenix is crafted with premium materials, offering a luxurious riding experience. The HEV variant boasts captain seats with a power ottoman, power recline, and a side table for added convenience. The dark chestnut color of the seats and ambient lighting enhance the MPV’s exceptional look and feel. Both variants feature foldable third-row seats to create more storage space.
The dashboard of the All-New Zenix incorporates a 7-inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT) Multi-Info Display and a 10.1-inch Display Audio with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. It also has an Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) for added convenience.
Pricing and Availability
The All-New Zenix is now available in all 72 Toyota dealerships nationwide, with the 2.0 Q Hybrid CVT priced at Php1,953,000 and the 2.0 V CVT priced at Php1,670,000. The HEV variant is also offered in Platinum White Pearl Mica, Blackish Brown Mica, and Dark Steel Mica, while the gas variant comes in Platinum White Pearl Mica, Silver Metallic, Gray Metallic, and Attitude Black Mica.
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 is the latest gaming smartphone from the gaming brand and the smartphone series comes in two variants – the base variant and also the ultimate version but the one that we got today is the base variant but for hardcore gamers, is it more than enough?
The ROG design
As expected, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 will still pack the design that we love from the previous ASUS ROG smartphones as it shares the same design language of the ASUS ROG notebooks in the market right now. The ROG Phone 7 that we’re reviewing right now might be the standard or the base version but it still has the premium design that we’re wanting on a flagship smartphone.
It features a two-tone design with the bottom half having a matte finish. Make no mistake, despite having this material on the smartphone, I still love its feel but there some fingerprints on it after some usage but the matte look of this doesn’t make it too visible sometimes.
There’s the ROG logo at the back as well that lights up in X mode. Unfortunately, there’s no ROG Vision Display on the smartphone which is a cool gimmick and adds to the flare of the smartphone but that feature isn’t really essential for me especially when it comes to gaming.
We still got the triggers on the smartphone and just like any other gaming smartphone. the AirTrigger system of the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is awesome and it was very responsive to whatever game I want to use it. The good thing about this one is that I can use this one outside of gaming as well as for shortcuts for other apps.
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 also features a side USB-C port that you can use for the AeroActive cooler and also for charging when using the smartphone in landscape mode. Unfortunately, only the ROG Phone 7 Ultimate packs a better AeroActive Portal but nonetheless, the AeroActive Cooler is more than enough for most people and with its chipset included.
Amazing audio quality
Having a gaming smartphone also means that we can also expect an amazing audio experience on the smartphone. It packs a 2x Cirrus Logic CS35L45 with 15V boost and boy, the speaker is crisp, clear and loud especially when playing games. This is by far the best audio experience that I had on a smartphone speaker.
Crisp display
Thankfully, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 still packs a display that doesn’t come with a notch. It’s a flat glass with a large 6.78-inch AMOLED panel with a resolution of 2448×1080. It’s perfect for gaming not just because it’s flat and it doesn’t have a notch but because this one is really responsive and the refresh rate was excellent thanks to the 165Hz refresh rate of the smartphone.
Using the smartphone outside won’t be a problem as this one features really good legibility when being used outside and even in direct sunlight and as for the colors, it was excellent as well.
While it’s nice to see that there’s the 165Hz refresh rate on the smartphone, there are only a handful of and apps that supports that refresh rate but hey, at least we know that the smartphone is future proof and it does give you an advantage when playing games especially the FPS ones.
And of course, you can pick the refresh rate that suits your taste and the app that you’re using on the smartphone so you can have a more optimized experience and also save some battery life.
As expected, when playing games on the smartphone, I was able to have a smoother refresh rate but again, not all games does support 165Hz refresh rate but it’s still nice to see that feature on the ASUS ROG Phone 7.
Long battery life
Just like the previous generations of ASUS ROG Phones, the ROG Phone 7 will still feature a long battery life. There’s the 6000mAh battery inside and then there’s the 65W charging as well that doesn’t heat up that much. This is a good thing as the smartphone doesn’t create too much heat that can degrade the battery in the long run.
In our battery test, we were definitely happy with the result that we got on the PC Mark Work 2.0 Battery test because the ASUS ROG Phone 7 was able to last up to 24 hours. It’s one of the longest battery test we’ve ever seen in PC Mark Work 2.0 Battery Test.
As for charging, the smartphone does support 65W which is fast but definitely not the fastest one in the market right now as we’ve been seeing smartphones featuring a 100W and more charging speeds. Nonetheless, it can still fully charge the smartphone in less than an hour
Game-centric software
One of the things to love about the smartphone is its software and its UI that is really made for gaming. Theres’s Armoury Crate on the smartphone just like before and it does show more details and everything that we need on the smartphone especially when it comes to gaming.
It can also show the games that we can download on the smartphone that takes advantage of the 165Hz refresh rate on the smartphone. A small but really neat feature that I like if I want to test out the game’s display
Excellent performance
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 is the most powerful smartphone we’ve ever reviewed. It comes with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and also an up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM. On paper, that already is awesome but if you’re going for the ultimate, you can even get an up to 16GB of LPDDR5X of RAM which gives you more memory for games and apps.
In our benchmarks, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 got an exciting and high scores but surprisingly, we got a better scores in our review of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. Nonetheless, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 still performed pretty well for a flagship smartphone.
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GPU Score: Sacred Path
GPU Score: The Expedition
While we don’t have the AeroActive Cooler on the smartphone, the smartphone tends to be cooler than expected on a longer playtime – a must for gaming smartphones. I also like that we have here a 3.5mm headphone jack and also the ability to charge the smartphone via the side USB-C port.
Playing games on the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a piece of cake. First, the handheld experience when playing on the smartphone was really good. The ergonomics on landscape mode was fine and the display was enjoyable to use. There’s a long battery life as well. As for the performance, I’ve played Genshin Impact and also Honkai Star Rail on the smartphone and everything was smooth and playing on the smartphone for a longer time, again, was great as the vapor chamber can handle the heat of the smartphone pretty well.
Just a normal camera
For the camera, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 packs a 50MP Sony IMX766 camera for the main sensor and then there’s the 13MP ultra-wide and 8MP macro camera. For the front-facing camera, there’s the 32MP front-facing camera.
For the camera quality, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is nothing stellar, just an average one for a flagship smartphone unlike the older generations which has surprised us with a powerful camera. Nowadays, more smartphones are getting more powerful cameras and larger sensors but make no mistake because the ASUS ROG Phone 7 will do just fine for most social media post and stories.
Check out some of the shots that I took using the smartphone.
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Ultrawide camera
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Ultrawide camera
As for the camera, I wished that it packed a telephoto lens instead of a macro camera for better zoom capabilities similar to most flagship smartphones out there. Nonetheless, my opinion about the camera is still the same — just an average one for a flagship smartphone.
Verdict
The ASUS ROG Phone features everything that we need on a gaming smartphone – it features a powerful hardware, an excellent display, powerful audio, and unique gaming features such as X Mode, AirTriggers, Aero Active Cooler and more.
While these features sounds amazing on paper and on our eyes. The experience is great but the magic is just not really here unlike before. Yes. it’s a gaming smartphone and yes, it’s very powerful but it doesn’t have anything big that really differentiates it or separate it with other gaming smartphones.
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 is now available in Black or White for Php50,995 and it comes with 12GB of RAM and 256GB storage. To be fair, despite the lack of “magic”, that’s a really good price considering the performance that you’re getting.
The OPPO Find N3 Flip render has been leaked and it shows off the biggest upgrade from the smartphone — a triple lens camera setup. If you’re not familiar with the previous generation, that’s a third camera addition to the smartphone.
OPPO Find N3 Flip Leaked Render
The outer display of the smartphone still looks familiar as it’s looking like the smartphone will still have the same outer display.
The OPPO Find N3 Flip is expected to sport a camera setup similar to that of the OPPO Reno10 Pro. It is expected to have a 50MP main camera with Sony IMX890 sensor, an 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 32MP 2x optical zoom camera — a great addition to the smartphone.
While the rest of the specifications are still unclear. But hey, at least we’re seeing a big upgrade on the OPPO Find N3 Flip compared to other foldable smartphones.
