realme has recently unveiled their popular realme 10 Pro series in the country and they’ve upgraded the camera of the smartphone and of course, there’s a new design as well that looks more simple but still premium.
The realme 10 Pro 5G features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor, an almost bezel-less 6.72-inch Full HD+ IPS display, and of course, the smartphone comes with a 108MP Prolight camera at the back.
Now, if that interests you, how about checking out our video review of the realme 10 Pro 5G below.
HONOR Philippines has introduced a limited-edition Midnight Black variant of the HONOR X9a 5G smartphone, catering to its loyal fan base. The new version will be available from April 20, 2023, at HONOR physical outlets, kiosks, partner stores, and online platforms such as Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop. The announcement coincided with the opening of HONOR Philippines’ first experience store at SM Fairview.
The Midnight Black edition of the HONOR X9a 5G maintains the original model’s robust features, including a 120Hz Premium OLED Curved Display. The handset has a 6.67-inch display with an impressive 93% screen-to-body ratio, offering users a captivating viewing experience.
The device boasts an ultra-large 5100mAh battery, making it slender and lightweight while providing up to 2 days of regular use. A mere 30 minutes of charging can deliver 12.5 hours of video playback, minimizing battery-related concerns.
Starting April 20, the limited-edition HONOR X9a 5G Midnight Black can be purchased for Php 16,990. The device will be obtainable in-store and online via Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop. Home Credit offers installment options for those interested, with plans starting as low as Php 661 per month without insurance and a 0% interest installment payment alternative.
HONOR Philippines celebrates the opening of its first-ever HONOR Experience Store in SM Fairview, 3/F Cyberzone. The store opening marks a significant milestone for the brand as it announces the expansion of experience stores in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The company aims to unveil at least 100 experience stores nationwide by the end of the year.
To celebrate the occasion, the HONOR Experience Store in SM Fairview will feature the much-awaited HONOR X9a 5G Midnight Black. The smartphone sports a 120Hz Premium OLED Curved Display, 64 MP Super Triple Camera, and a 2-Day Battery Life, making it a perfect device for on-the-go individuals. You can check out our review of the smartphone here:
Customers who want to get their hands on the HONOR X9a 5G Midnight Black can visit the HONOR Experience Store in SM Fairview or any HONOR kiosk and partner dealer store near them to reserve. The smartphone will be officially available on April 20, including on popular online stores, at a price of P16,990. HONOR’s expansion of experience stores nationwide demonstrates its commitment to providing quality products and services to its customers.
HONOR Philippines is expected to open more HONOR Experience Stores here:
The Infinix ZERO Ultra boasts impressive specifications and a sexy design. In this review, we will take a deep dive into its features and functions, examining everything from its design to its performance, camera, and battery life.
Design
The Infinix ZERO Ultra is a beautiful phone that has a premium feel. It has a glass front and back with a metal frame that gives it a sturdy and durable feel. The phone is easy to hold and use.
The thickness of the smartphone and its weight feels just right and I love the combination of the materials used on the smartphone. Aside from that, I do like the textured back design of the smartphone.
Below the smartphone is the USB-C port and also the speaker grill and boy, there’s the 180W charging which is INSANELY FAST. Never thought that I could fully charge the smartphone in just a few minutes with this smartphone. In just less than 20 minutes, we were able to fully charge the smartphone.
Display
The front of the phone has a 6.8-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, which makes scrolling through apps and browsing the web feel smooth and effortless. The phone also has a fingerprint scanner on the side, which is quick and responsive.
It’s a curved display as well which makes it more ergonomic, easy on the eyes, and also it also makes the smartphone looks like it has less bezels. The large size of the smartphone makes it perfect for work, multimedia consumption and a lot more.
But that curved display of the smartphone really annoys me as I get to have accidental touches most of the time with its curved sides. It never bugged me as much as the Infinix Zero Ultra did.
Under that display is the in-display fingerprint scanner and honestly, i was fine with it as it was fast and seamless.
Battery Life
The Infinix ZERO Ultra comes with a 4500mAh battery, which provides average battery life. In PC Mark Work 2.0 battery test, we got a score of 10 hours and 55 minutes. Just an average score for the hardware that we’re getting.
It’s not bad nor it’s not great either. Depending on your usage, the smartphone can last up to evening or even a whole day of work usage but normally, it didn’t reach up to the next day. But again, there’s the ultra fast charging on the smartphone so I really didn’t had any problem with its battery.
Software and Performance
The Infinix ZERO Ultra runs on Android 12 with Infinix’s XOS skin. The XOS skin in this smartphone is well-designed and offers a clean and simple user interface. The colors are also easy on the eyes. The apps were also less bloatwares and it was userfriendly.
As for the performance, the smartphone features a MediaTek Dimensity 920 processor inside with 8GB of RAM and also 256GB of storage. It performed as expected in the benchmarks along with the other smartphones with the same processor.
As for gaming, it was nice and smooth with Call of Duty Mobile, Mobile Legends and for Genshin Impact, You’ll have to set it at the low to mid settings to enjoy the game
Camera
The Infinix ZERO Ultra has a triple camera setup on the back with the main 200MP main camera on the smartphone along with the 13MP ultrawide and 2MP lens. The 200MP main camera of the smartphone isn’t the best we’ve seen. The numbers are great but definitely not the greatest in terms of quality.
At low light in Auto, we find it soft but brighter than expected. However when using night mode, it was a lot better. The ultrawide camera of the smartphone is a little bit soft as well but the main camera of the smartphone produces pretty sharp and color-accurate when shooting at decent lighting conditions.
Verdict
The Infinix Zero Ultra is a pretty good smartphone. The smartphone features an ultra-fast charging, a great design and the performance of the smartphone was really fine.
It might lack some features and it’s not the perfect smartphone but it’s definitely a looker from Infinix and a great head start for the brand to get in its price range.
Samsung has recently unveiled its latest flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S23 Ultra, and it’s the best smartphone right now. With this smartphone, it has polished everything that we need on the smartphone whether that’s the design, hardware inside, and the camera of the smartphone.
Design
The Galaxy S23 Ultra has a large 6.8-inch display with a QHD+ resolution and really bright display. Compared to the previous generation, this one is flatter and has less curves which is perfect for the S-Pen. The blockier design also made the device more comfortable to hold than its predecessor. The front and back of the phone is made of Gorilla Glass Victus 2, which provides excellent protection against scratches and drops. The camera bump on the back is also less pronounced and more minimal just like the predecessor making it look sexier and more emphasized.
One of the design features that stands out on the Galaxy S23 Ultra is build quality. It might look like the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra but once you hold it, you’ll know that former feels more solid and better than the predecessor. This slight design change might be small but it does have a big impact once you hold your smartphone for everyday usage.
The smartphone still features a USB-C port below along with the speaker grill and boy, I do love the audio quality of the smartphone. As for the charging, the smartphone does support 45W charging speeds which isn’t the fastest in the premium flagship range but it would do.
Display
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra boasts a stunning 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, which provides rich and vibrant colors with excellent contrast. Definitely one of the best screens out there in the market. The screen also has a high resolution of 3088 x 1440 pixels, which is vivid, sharp and detailed. Additionally, the display supports a 120Hz refresh rate, which makes scrolling and playing games on the smartphone really good.
Just like before, there’s a dynamic refresh rate which saves a lot of battery on the smartphone as it adjust the refresh rate of the smartphone but my favorite about this one is the smartphone’s display is really bright. Wherever I use the smartphone and even at direct sunlight, I don’t have a single problem with it.
Lastly, writing on the flatter display of the smartphone with slight curved edges with the S-Pen is a massive improvement over the previous generation. The bezel of the smartphone might be more visible but the less curves on the display makes it more worth it.
Battery Life
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra comes with a 5000mAh battery which is a decent amount. Surprisingly, the smartphone can last a full day of usage and is even better than I expected. In my usage, I was able to use a whole day of usage on heavy usage and even up to two days on average use which is amazing on a flagship smartphone. In PC Mark Work 2.0 Battery test, we got a score of 13 hours and 52 minutes which is amazing
Screenshot PCMark
This is thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor of the smartphone and also the optimization that Samsung has done with the smartphone. Again, the smartphone does support 45W so charging is faster compared to most Samsung smartphones out there
Software and Performance
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra runs on the latest version One UI and just like before, it’s swift, user-friendly and everything that you need on the features of the smartphone is here. My favorite one is Samsung DeX as I always plug my Nreal Air AR headset and use the smartphone in desktop mode for working.
As for performance, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is top-notch. I’m glad that there’s no Exynos version of the smartphone because the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor is just excellent. Whether we’re talking about the thermals or the performance, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra performs really well.
Screenshot Geekbench
Screenshot GPUScore Sacred Path
Screenshot GPUScore The Expedition
When it comes to benchmarks, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra was really being extra as we got here really high scores on the smartphone and of course, gaming wasn’t a problem on this one as everything ran really well.
Camera
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is one of the latest flagship smartphones in that market right now that comes with an exceptional camera. The phone comes equipped with a quad-camera setup that includes a 200MP primary sensor, a 12MP ultra wide-angle lens, a 10MP periscope zoom lens, and a 10MP telephoto camera.
The main camera of the smartphone is breaking barriers as this one has the BEST camera that I’ve seen on a smartphone. Whether we’re talking about the photo or the video of the smartphone, everything was excellent on the smartphone.
The lowlight shots got the biggest improvement on the smartphone. It was faster to shoot and even at really dark conditions, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra was capable of shooting really bright and accurate colors on the smartphone.
The selfie shots on the smartphone were special as well as we got here sharp, detailed and the right skin tones. This is the best selfie camera that we’ve seen on an Android smartphone.
The camera of the smartphone is so good that we’ve recorded and edited one of our hands-on videos using the smartphone
Verdict
All in all, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the perfect smartphone. It features a great display, a solid build, an excellent processor, and a camera that can blow away the competition. It’s really hard to find something bad about smartphone. The hardware is perfect in every way.
Yes, it’s expensive but that’s what we can expect on a top-end Galaxy S smartphone. But whether you’re looking for a smartphone made for photography, gaming, a powerhouse, or for work, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the perfect smartphone for you. There’s the amazing display, The S-Pen is really useful for work and for every note taking.
PEUGEOT, the fastest-growing auto brand in the Philippines, is expanding their model rang at 2023 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), PEUGEOT Philippines has introduced new model variants for the 3008 SUV and 5008 SUV and they’ve also showcased the electrified e-2008 SUV at MIAS 2023.
Peugeot Philippines has announced that PEUGEOT 3008 and 5008 SUVs will now be available in two variants: Active and Allure. The Allure remains the top-grade variant, while the Active offers comparable performance from the 1.6-liter Twin Scroll Turbo High Pressure (THP) engine, but with different design elements and amenities at a more accessible price point. The Peugeot 3008 Active SUV is priced at PHP 2,090,000, and the Peugeot 5008 Active SUV at PHP 2,275,000. Both Allure and Active variants will be on display at MIAS, with test drives available for the 2008, 3008, and 5008 SUVs.
The Active variants will offer less features including the lack of automatic front door lightning, ambient lighting, a smaller touchscreen display, lack of sunroof, wireless charging padd, BSM, and Lane Keep Assist.
Peugeot is offering additional discounts on top of current promotional offers for all vehicle reservations made at MIAS or any PEUGEOT dealership nationwide. Low-interest financing plans are also available in partnership with Security Bank. New vehicles will come with one-year free emergency roadside assistance from Ibero Asistencia, a global roadside assistance service provider.
Peugeot is also showcasing the electrified E-2008 at MIAS, offering a glimpse into the brand’s upcoming electrification initiative with the introduction of new models and technologies.
Xiaomi Philippines has just launched its successor to the truly popular Redmi Note series in the country.
The Redmi Note 12 comes in 4 variants — Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12 5G, Redmi Note 12 Pro, and Redmi Note 12 Pro+. Different smartphones with different specs for different audiences.
Redmi Note 12
The Redmi Note 12 comes in two variants — the Redmi Note 12 4G and the Redmi Note 12 5G. The Redmi Note 12 4G comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 processor along with an up to 8GB of RAM and also up to 128GB of internal storage. The display comes with 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with 120Hz refresh rate.
As for the camera, the smartphone comes with 50MP main camera, 8MP ultra-wide camera and 2MP macro camera while for the selfie camera, the smartphone comes with 13MP front-facing camera.
The Redmi Note 12 comes with 33W charging and 5000mAh battery.
Redmi Note 12 5G
While the Redmi Note 12 5G comes with a slightly different camera layout at the back of the smartphone. The 5G variant of the Redmi Note 12 comes with a more powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 processor inside. For the display, there’s the 6.67-inch AMOLED display as well with 120Hz refresh rate.
For the RAM, it goes up to 8GB of RAM with up to 256GB of internal storage. The camera of the smartphone is a 48MP main camera along with 8MP ultra-wide camera and also a 2MP macro camera. The front-facing camera of the smartphone is a 13MP selfie camera.
The battery of the smartphone is a 5000mAh battery along with 33W of fast-charging similar to the 4G version of the smartphone.
The Redmi Note 12 5G will arrive soon in the Philippines via carriers
Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
If you want something more powerful, you can go for the Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G. This one has a more powerful inside ranging from the processor up to the camera of the smartphone.
First, the smartphone comes with a 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. For the processor, this one comes with a more powerful Dimensity 1080 processor from Media Tek along with up to 8GB RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage.
For the camera, the Remdi Note 12 Pro 5G comes with 50MP main camera with IMX 766 sensor and also an 8MP ultra-wide camera and also a 2MP macro camera. For the selfie camera, the smartphone comes with 16MP front-facing camera.
The smartphone will still come with a 5000mAh battery inside along with 67W of fast charging so the charging of the smartphone is way faster.
Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus 5G
If you want the best of the Redmi Note 12 series then better go for the Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus 5G. This smartphone comes with a more powerful 200MP main camera inside with a Samsung HPX sensor inside. But for the processor, the smartphone still comes with the same Mediatek Dimensity 1080 processor and up to 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage.
The main camera of the smartphone is a 200MP main camera paired with 8MP Ultra-wide camera, and 2MP macro camera. For the selfie camera, the smartphone comes with a 16MP front-facing camera.
The charging is way faster as well as the smartphone comes with 120W HyperCharge and also a 5000mAh battery inside.
Redmi Note 12 Series Price and variants
Redmi Note 12
4GB/128GB – ₱8,999 (Online exclusive)
6GB/128GB – ₱9,999
8GB/128GB – ₱10,999
Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
8GB/128GB – ₱16,999
8GB/256GB – ₱17,999
Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G
8GB/256GB – ₱21,999
If you pre-order from April 15 up to 21, the Redmi Note 12 4G will come with a price of Php8,599 and for every purchase, you can get a free Xiaomi 22.5W Power Bank 10000mAh.
While the Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G and Note 12 Pro Plus 5G will come with a Free Redmi Buds 3 Lite.
The vivo V27 5G is the newest smartphone from the company. It is a sleek and powerful smartphone and it comes with some really interesting features including a large Full HD+ 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, Photochromic 2.0 which changes colors, and also the Aura Portrait Algorithm.
Under the hood, the vivo V27 5G is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 processor which delivers fast and reliable performance. Inside, there’s 20GB of Dynamic RAM as well which will give you a lot of headroom for apps and games.
For the camera, the vivo V27 5G comes with 50MP main camera with Sony IMX 766V sensor and for the selfie camera, it comes with a 50MP Eye AF Selfie Camera. The Aura Portrait Algorithm is very unique as well as it brings brighter and better photos on the smartphone.
If you want to know more how I use the vivo V27 5G as our daily driver, watch our video about the smartphone below:
Looking for a hassle-free way to pay your bills? Look no further than Metrobank Online!
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So, save time and money by paying your bills through Metrobank Online. For more details, visit this link. Happy bill-paying!
realme Philippines is set to launch its latest addition to the C-Series lineup: the highly-anticipated realme C55.
Introducing the Realme C55: The Stylish Champion
Realme is proud to bring strategic upgrades to the C-Series with the realme C55, aiming to level up the user experience. Positioned as the segment champion, the device has unique features and designs that exceed expectations.
The First Globally Mass-Produced Android Smartphone with Mini Capsule
The realme C55 is the first globally mass-produced Android smartphone to feature the Mini Capsule. This feature is wrapped around the punch-hole of the selfie camera cutout. Then, it has an expanding animation formed into a capsule to help track Charging and Battery Status, Data Cap Usage, and Step Tracking. This unique feature enhances the smartphone experience, making managing and monitoring various functions easier.
Ultra-Slim Design and Comfortable Grip
The realme C55 is the thinnest C-Series phone to date with a 7.89mm Ultra Slim Design. Additionally, the latest smartphone features a squared-off, boxier design compared to the realme C33 and realme C35. This design enables a comfortable grip and in-hand feeling. Hence, it gives users a better experience when holding the phone for extended periods.
Largest Display with FHD+ Resolution and 90Hz Refresh Rate
When it comes to display, the realme C55 boasts the largest display on a realme C-Series. As a background, the phone sports a 6.7-inch (from 6.6-inch) and an FHD+ resolution. Moreover, it will be the first to use a 90Hz refresh rate from the C-Series lineup. So, it’s expected to deliver a smoother and more seamless user experience.
Stunning Aesthetic Design and Color Options
The realme C55 sports a modern aesthetic design that comes in three stunning colors: Sunshower, Rainy Night, and Rainforest. It will also come in two storage variants: 6GB+128GB and 8GB+256GB, giving users more options to choose from based on their preferences.
realme C set to launch in PH this April Photo
Unleash your creativity with realme UI 3.0
As for the software, the realme C55 runs on realme UI 3.0 based on Android 12, which brings numerous features and enhancements to the user experience. With realme UI 3.0, users can enjoy a clean and intuitive interface that allows them to personalize their phone according to their preferences. It also has various performance optimizations that make the device run smoothly and efficiently.
One of the most notable features of realme UI 3.0 is the new Theming Engine, which lets users create custom themes using their own photos or by choosing from a wide range of pre-made themes. With this feature, users can express their individuality and creativity by designing a unique look for their phones.
Additionally, realme UI 3.0 comes with a built-in screen recorder that lets users capture their screen activity and save it as a video. This is particularly useful for gamers and content creators who want to share their gameplay or tutorial videos on social media platforms.
Get your hands on the realme C55
The realme C55 is set to arrive in the Philippines on April 18, and it will be available in two storage variants: 6GB+128GB and 8GB+256GB. It comes in three stunning colors: Sunshower, Rainy Night, and Rainforest.
For those who can’t wait to get their hands on the realme C55, you can place a pre-order at any offline store nationwide from April 11-18. And for those who want to see the realme C55 in person, there will be an exclusive viewing only at the Clark Aurora Music Festival on April 15-16.
During the launch event on April 18 at 6 PM, realme will reveal amazing first-selling offers you shouldn’t miss out. So catch the livestream on @realmePH on TikTok and @realmePhilippines on Facebook.
So, who’s excited about the arrival of the realme C55? Let us know what you think in the comment section!
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