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vivo announces Tiger New Year Deals on Shopee

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Celebrate the Chinese New Year with a bang through vivo’s Tiger New Year Deals on Shopee.

Through the promo, consumers can score up to 75% discount on select devices. vivo also offers exclusive Shopee bundles and extra vouchers for the Chinese New Year sale.

Here are the details:

  • vivo Y33s 8GB/128GB
    SRP: Php12,999
    Discounted Price: Php12,890
  • vivo Y76 5G 8GB/128GB
    SRP: Php16,999
    Discounted Price: Php16,990
  • vivo Y20s G 6GB/128GB
    SRP: Php9,999
    Discounted Price: Php9,590
  • vivo Y12s 3GB/32GB
    SRP: Php6,499
    Discounted Price: Php6,290
  • vivo Y15s 3GB/32GB
    SRP: Php6,999
    Discounted Price: Php6,790
  • vivo Y15A 3GB/32GB
    SRP: Php7,999
    Discounted Price: Php7,690
  • vivo Y1s 2GB/32GB
    SRP: Php5,299
    Discounted Price: Php5,199
  • vivo V21 5G 8GB/128GB
    SRP: Php21,999
    Discounted Price: Php19,999

So, are you getting one?

Let us know what you think in the comment section below!

Smart 5G sweeps H1, H2 2021 Ookla Speedtest Awards

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Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) proved its dominance in 5G speeds after receiving Ookla Speedtest Awards for Q3-Q4 2021.

With the latest recognition, Smart swept awards for H1 and H2 2021.

Meanwhile, according to the latest report by Ookla using 325,396 user-initiated 5G tests, Ookla named Smart as the Speedtest Awards winner for Q3-Q4 2021. It recorded a Speed Score of 201.95, while its closest rival got a 116.08 Speed Score.

Smart also posted a median download speed of 218.82Mbps and a median upload speed of 22.46 Mbps. In comparison, its closest competitor recorded a median download speed of 116.92 Mbps and a median upload speed of 10.81 Mbps.

Moreover, Ookla revealed huge speed gaps between Smart and its rival in select cities.

For instance, Smart recorded a median download speed of 263.67 Mbps while its closest competitor posted 98.44 Mbps. Smart also got a median upload speed of 28.27 Mbps, while the second-fastest provider has 9.77 Mbps.

In the Visayas and Mindanao, Smart also dominated Cebu City and Cagayan de Oro.

Save up to 55% OFF on realme devices this coming 2.2 sale

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Want to kick off your year with a tech upgrade? Good news! realme joined the 2.2 sale party on Lazada and Shopee.

During the 2.2 sale, realme offers up to a 55% discount on its products. With this, consumers can get up to Php8,500 off and FREE shipping during the promo.

Here are the details:

  • realme Book – i3 variant
    Discounted price: Php29,490
    Php8,500 off
    Free shipping from February 2 to February 6
  • realme Book – i5 variant
    Discounted price: Php40,990
    Php7,000 off
    Free shipping from February 2 to February 6
  • realme narzo 50A
    Discounted price: Php7,289
  • realme 8i
    Discounted price: Php10,989
  • realme Watch 2
    Discounted price: Php1,890
  • realme Pocket Bluetooth Speaker
    Discounted price: Php540
  • realme C11 2021
    Discounted price: Php4,989
  • realme C21-Y
    Discounted price: Php5,989
  • realme C25Y
    4GB/64GB Discounted price: Php7,489
    4GB/128GB Discounted price: Php8,489
  • realme Pad
    3GB/32GB Discounted price: Php8,990
    4GB/64GB Discounted price: Php12,990
    6GB/128GB Discounted price: Php14,990
  • realme Buds Q2
    Discounted price: Php870
  • realme Band 2
    Discounted price: Php1,490

So, are you getting one?

Add to cart your favorite realme devices to enjoy big discounts!

HUAWEI P50 Pro, P50 Pocket to launch in the Philippines

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Huawei officially teased the arrival of the all-new P-series — the HUAWEI P50 Pro and P50 Pocket — in the Philippines.

HUAWEI P50 PRO

The brand dressed the device with an effortlessly elegant look. However, its camera performance seems to be its key selling point.

HUAWEI equipped it with a Dual-Matrix Camera design. To ensure that users will enjoy professional-like photography, the device comes with HUAWEI XD Fusion Pro image engine and HUAWEI XD Optics.

The HUAWEI P50 Pro can deliver grade-a images and videos through these technologies.

Moreover, it sports a 4,300mAh battery that supports 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge. This charging solution allows 38 minutes of high-speed charging.

HUAWEI P50 POCKET

Meanwhile, the HUAWEI P50 Pocket screams luxury. Some might even consider it the most premium folding smartphone.

The device flashes an eye-catching design. It also provides the perfect balance of portability and function through its portable yet premium physique.

On the other hand, the HUAWEI P50 Pocker comes with a 44W fast charging tech.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The HUAWEI P50 Pro and P50 Pocket will launch in the Philippines on February 4.

Consumers can get the series at Huawei Online Store, and its official stores on Lazada and Shopee.

Stay tuned for more details!

Redmi Note 11 series global version coming to the Philippines

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Xiaomi officially announced that the Redmi Note 11 series global version would be available soon in the Philippines.

Filipino fans can expect that the four devices under the smartphone line — including the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro, Redmi Note 11S, and Redmi Note 11 — will arrive in the local market.

Consumers are also in for some improvements. For comparison, the Redmi Note 11 Chinese version only settles for an LCD screen, while the global variant bags an impressive 90Hz AMOLED screen. This makes flagship-like specs more accessible and affordable for fans.

REDMI NOTE 11 PRO 5G

Xiaomi proved that a grade-a device doesn’t have to be extremely expensive with the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G.

It comes with impressive features usually seen on flagship smartphones. Dubbed as a powerhouse device, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G has a 108MP primary camera complemented with 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 2MP macro shooter. For selfies, it has a 16MP snapper.

With these offerings, users will indeed have a pro-grade photography experience.

The device also sports a large 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with up to a 120Hz refresh rate. This makes their gaming experience a lot more enjoyable as it can play heavy graphics smoothly. Xiaomi also powered it with a Snapdragon 695 processor, enabling 5G capabilities.

Moreover, it has a flagship 67W turbo charging feature, allowing users to charge its 5,000mAh battery to its 50% capacity in just 15 minutes.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G key specs:

  • MIUI 13 based on Android 11
  • 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay, up to 120Hz refresh rate
  • Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 2.2GHz Snapdragon 695 octa-core processor, Adreno 619 GPU
  • LiquidCool Technology
  • 6GB/8GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 64GB/128GB UFS 2.2 storage, expandable up to 1TB
  • Primary camera: 108MP main + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro
  • Selfie: 16MP front camera
  • 5G connectivity
  • WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
  • Bluetooth 5.1
  • NFC
  • IR Blaster
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint, AI Face Unlock
  • Dual speakers
  • 5,000mAh battery with 67W Turbo charging
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
  • USB-C
  • IP53 Splash-proof tested
  • Colors: Graphite Gray, Polar White, Atlantic Blue
REDMI NOTE 11 PRO

Meanwhile, the 11 Pro variant almost has the same offerings as the 5G model. However, instead of loading it with a 5G chipset, Xiaomi equipped it with a MediaTek Helio G96 processor.

Still, consumers will find it an excellent device for mobile photography and gaming, as it is also available with up to 8GB of RAM. Moreover, the same camera modules are in the Note 11 Pro, allowing natural-looking shots.

Redmi Note 11 Pro key specs:

  • MIUI 13 based on Android 11
  • 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay
  • Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • MediaTek Helio G96
  • 6GB/8GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 64GB/128GB UFS 2.2 storage, expandable up to 1TB
  • Primary camera: 108MP main + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro
  • Selfie: 16MP front camera
  • LTE
  • WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
  • Bluetooth 5.1
  • NFC
  • IR Blaster
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint, AI Face Unlock
  • Dual speakers
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
REDMI NOTE 11S

On the other hand, the Note 11S variant flaunts a smaller 6.43-inch AMOLED screen. It can also bring a lag-free display, offering up to a 90Hz refresh rate.

Under the hood, it comes with a MediaTek Helio G96 processor, paired with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The device also features LiquidCool Technology, ensuring that gamers will have an undisputed gaming experience.

Redmi Note 11S Key Specs:

  • MIUI 13 based on Android 11
  • 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay, up to 90Hz refresh rate
  • Corning Gorilla Glass 3
  • 2.05GHz MediaTek Helio G95 octa-core processor, ARM Mali-G57 MC2
  • LiquidCool Technology
  • 6GB/8GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 64GB/128GB UFS 2.2 storage, expandable up to 1TB
  • Primary camera: 108MP main + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro + 2MP depth
  • Selfie: 16MP front camera
  • 4G LTE
  • WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • NFC
  • IR Blaster
  • 5,000mAh battery with 33W Pro Fast Charging
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint, AI Face Unlock
  • Dual speakers
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
  • USB-C
  • IP53 Splash-proof tested
  • Colors: Graphite Gray, Twilight Blue, Pearl White
REDMI NOTE 11

The Redmi Note 11 is sure to revolutionize its segment, as it comes with powerful features hard to find at its price point.

For starters, it comes with a 90Hz AMOLED screen, 50MP primary shooter, Snapdragon 680 processor, and a large 5,000mAh juice.

Redmi Note 11 key specs:

  • MIUI 13 based on Android 11
  • 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay, up to 90Hz refresh rate
  • Corning Gorilla Glass 3
  • Snapdragon 680 processor, Adreno 610 GPU
  • 4GB/6GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 64GB/128GB UFS 2.2 storage, expandable up to 1TB
  • Primary camera: 50MP main + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro + 2MP depth
  • Selfie: 13MP front camera
  • 4G LTE
  • WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • NFC
  • IR Blaster
  • 5,000mAh battery with 33W Pro Fast Charging
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint, AI Face Unlock
  • Dual speakers
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
  • USB-C
  • IP53 Splash-proof tested
  • Colors: Graphite Gray, Twilight Blue, Star Blue
PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The Redmi Note 11 series global version will be available in the Philippines on February 11, 2022. All variants will be up for sale via Xiaomi’s official platforms.

Here are the available models:

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and Redmi Note 11S

  • 6GB + 64GB
    6GB + 128GB
    8GB + 128GB

Redmi Note 11

  • 4GB + 64GB
  • 4GB + 128GB
  • 6Gb + 128GB

Meanwhile, the official SRPs of the smartphones under the Redmi Note 11 series are yet to be announced. So, stay tuned!

Who’s excited for the official launch of the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro, Redmi Note 11S, and Redmi Note 11? Let us know what you think about them in the comment section.

The Redmi Note 11 starts at 179 USD (Php9,178~), Redmi Note 11s starts at 249 USD (Php12,768~), while the Redmi Note 11 Pro starts at 299 USD (Php15,331~). Lastly, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G starts at 329 USD (Php16,869~)

vivo V23 Series to launch in the Philippines

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Upgrade your vlog game with the upcoming vivo V23 Series, which packs the hottest smartphone features to elevate your social media uploads.

Tagged as “the next big thing,” vivo teases the Philippine market that the vivo V23 Series has everything that a Gen Z needs online. It comes with stunning design, trendy features, and of course, an impressive camera department.

The vivo V23 Series sports a 50-megapixel front vlog camera, an 8-megapixel super wide-angle camera, and a 64-megapixel triple rear camera setup.

Through its jaw-dropping 50MP selfie snapper, users can expect that it can deliver well-lit selfies and videos. Meanwhile, its 64MP primary shooter can produce HD portraits and videos, perfect for TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and even YouTube.

It also offers a 44W Fast Charge feature, allowing day-long battery life.

The vivo V23 Series comes in two models: the V23e and the V23 5G, and they are coming soon in the Philippines.

Stay tuned for more updates!

Xiaomi Redmi 10 Review

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Affordable smartphones like the Redmi 10 are very popular due to the features that it can offer at an affordable price but is the smartphone good? Well, today, we’re going to discuss the smartphone in our review.  

Design and hardware

I got to give it to Xiaomi. Despite having an affordable price tag for the Xiaomi Redmi 10, they still managed to make the smartphone look pretty good. First, we got here a plastic back with a frosted glass look so whenever you look at it, it does look fine so I applaud Xiaomi for having done that with the smartphone.

The ergonomics of the smartphone is rather good as the curves are excellent in my hand and since this one is plastic, the smartphone feels right when holding it with one hand. At the top of the smartphone is where you can find the IR blaster that you can use for your appliances. A nice addition to the smartphone but I doubt that you would use it that much. Aside from that, you can also see the headphone jack at the top of the smartphone. 

At the side, we can see the volume rocker of the smartphone along with the sleep/wake button that also serves as the fingerprint scanner of the smartphone. It’s fast enough so I’m happy using it and it has no problems at all for me. Below the smartphone is where you can find the USB-C port and then there’s the 18W Charging which is just fine for me for its price tag but I would appreciate if they could improve that one.

Battery life

As for the battery life, the smartphone comes with 5000mAh battery and just like the other Xiaomi smartphones that we’ve reviewed before, the smartphone was able to last 11 hours and 54 minutes on PC Mark Work 2.0 Battery Benchmark which is good enough to last a single day 

Display

For the display, the Redmi 10 employs a large 6.5-inch display with a Full HD+ resolution and then there’s the 90hz refresh rate on the smartphone as well. It’s a welcome upgrade that we have that refresh rate but the colors are just underwhelming on the smartphone. 

The colors aren’t great but the resolution was good on the smartphone. Despite being an affordable smartphone, I am not happy and satisfied with the display quality of the smartphone but thankfully, there’s still the 90Hz refresh rate on this one.

Software and performance

The smartphone features MIUI and it’s fast, responsive, and easy to the eye but the colors of the display makes it a little bit pale and boring. Nonetheless, I still like the MIUI because it was very easy to use and its elements are very easy to understand.

As for the performance, the Helio G88 really didn’t shine when it comes to heavy usage. Yes, the smartphone can do most of the basic tasks, apps and light games but the performance wasn’t as big as I expected. The processor was a little bit better than the Helio G85 but the Helio G90 was miles ahead from the Helio G88. Check out the benchmarks that we got on the smartphone:

As for gaming, the Redmi 10 will be able to run games such as Mobile Legends: Bang Bang without a problem but if you’re planning to play games like Genshin Impact then you might want to have some patience because the game can run on the smartphone but I’m not sure if you’re gonna enjoy the framerates.

Camera

For the camera of the Xiaomi Redmi 10, there’s the quad-camera setup on the smartphone. First, there’s the 50MP main camera along with 8MP ultra wide-angle camera and also a 2MP macro and a 2MP depth sensor. Honestly, the first two cameras mentioned are the important ones and as for the quality that we’re getting in here, the Redmi 10 is surprisingly good for its price. Check out the shots that we got on the smartphone.

The shots that we got are vivid enough and the colors are pretty good on the smartphone. It’s sharper than I expected as well and the dynamic range on the smartphone was good as well. The selfie of the smartphone was surprisingly better than I expected and it’s good especially for its price range. 

Verdict

The Xiaomi Redmi 10 is definitely one of the smartphones that you should look at. The smartphone might be good for its price but I was expecting it to be more powerful and probably a Helio G90 instead of G88 as the Redmi series has been known to be powerful for its budget. I was not satisfied with the display as well, but the camera of the smartphone was good though and it’s one of the best in its range.

The Xiaomi Redmi 10 starts at Php7,590. 

Infinix Zero X Pro with 256GB storage now available

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Capture more stunning shots with Infinix Zero X Pro as its 256GB variant arrived in the Philippines.

As a quick recap, the Zero X Pro smartphone flashes a large 6.67-inch AMOLED screen with 120Hz Super Fluid Display. Through this, gamers can expect a lag-free gaming experience even if playing games that demand high graphics.

Under the hood, the device comes with an Helio H95 processor and 8GB RAM. It also boasts a 4,500mAh battery with 45W super-fast charge technology, ensuring long-lasting photography and mobile gaming experience.

It also offers a whopping 108MP main camera + 8MP 5x sensor + 8MP lens. For selfies, it has a 16MP shooter with Dual Flash Light.

Now, consumers can save more apps, games, and incredible shots as it is available in a 256GB variant.

The Infinix Zero X Pro (256GB) is available exclusively on Lazada for the price of just Php15,990.

So, are you getting one? Let us know what you think in the comment section below!

Samsung Exynos 2200’s Xclipse 920 destroys Adreno 720 in latest GPU benchmarks

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Samsung Exynos 2200 is the newest processor in town and it’s expected to go head to head with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 this year and with the early benchmarks that we’re seeing right now, the AMD RDNA 2-based Xclipse 720 GPU from Exynos looks like it can decimate the Adreno 730 easily.

The benchmarks were spotted at Geekbench and the AMD-designed GPU for the Exynos 2200 can score 50% higher than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 that we can find on the OnePlus 10 Pro. The highest recorded OpenCL score for the Xclipse 920 is 9143 while the Adreno 730 was only able to push for 6200.

Samsung Exynos 2200 managed to get a score of 9143 at GeekBench OpenCL Benchmark
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 managed to get 6200 on GeekBench OpenCL Benchmark

But of course, these are just the GPU benchmarks and we have not seen how the CPU of the Exynos 2200 can perform but with these scores, this gives us an overview that the Exynos 2200 might be great for gaming.

The Exynos 2200 is expected to be inside the Samsung Galaxy S22 series.

Source: NotebookCheck

Upgrade your kitchen with XTREME Appliances

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Achieve your ultimate dream kitchen with XTREME Appliances’ products, which can suit your unique needs and preferences.

Here are some of XTREME kitchen essentials that you cannot afford to miss:

XTREME Cool Bottom Load Water Dispenser

Do you want your water hot or warm?

With XTREME Cool Bottom Load Water Dispenser, you’ll have convenient options. It also comes with a compact design, allowing users to move it quickly. The machine does not require much space, too, as it is much shorter than regular top load water dispensers.

XTREME also dressed it with an ivory white glossy finish, making it versatile in any kitchen design.

XTREME Home Multicooker

It is an all-in-one kitchen solution that can cook rice, soup, and porridge and bake and steam. And since it has a high range of functions, this multicooker can replace several small kitchen appliances, allowing consumers to save more space on their kitchen countertop.

XTREME Home Microwave Oven

Reheat food, cook, defrost, and even disinfect kitchen items with XTREME Home Microwave Oven. It sports impressive features and has a stylish white finish, offering an aesthetic look.

XTREME Cool Chest Freezer

It is a low-maintenance food storage solution and is energy-efficient. XTREME Cool Chest Freezer also holds temperature well and uses the least energy to run.

XTREME Home Gas Range

Meanwhile, the 50cm XTREME Home Gas Ranges offer an impressive burner temperature control. It also delivers the comfort of having a gas stoved and an oven.

XTREME Home Blender

Compared to regular blenders, the XTREME Home Blender has a smaller size. This allows consumers to save space while still giving a powerful performance.

Interested?

Get these amazing XTREME Appliances products at the nearest store nationwide.