HONOR Magic V3 launches in the Philippines

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November 20, 2024

HONOR has officially launched the Magic V3 in the Philippines, the slimmest foldable smartphone on the market.

HONOR Magic V Specs

The HONOR Magic V3 stands out with its ultra-thin design. When folded, it measures 9.2mm in the Black faux leather version and 9.3mm in other variants. When unfolded, it is only 4.35mm thin for the Black version and 4.4mm for other colors.

Its durability is enhanced by a hinge designed to handle up to 500,000 folds and a 7-series aluminum alloy frame.

Meanwhile, the Magic V3 features a 7.92-inch main OLED display with FHD+ resolution, a variable refresh rate of 1–120Hz, and 4320Hz PWM dimming. The external cover display is a 6.43-inch FHD+ OLED with similar refresh rate and dimming capabilities. Both screens are protected by Rhino glass and offer multitouch functionality.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, paired with 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB UFS 4.0 storage. It runs on Android 14 with the MagicOS 8.0.1 interface.

For photography, the Magic V3 has a triple rear camera system: 50MP main camera with OIS, 40MP ultra-wide lens and a 50MP telephoto lens with OIS. It also has a 20MP front-facing camera is available for selfies.

The phone is equipped with a 5,150mAh battery, supported by 66W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.

LOCAL PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The HONOR Magic V3 is priced at Php89,999 and is available at HONOR Experience stores across the country. Each purchase includes a free HONOR Pad X9 worth Php9,999.

So, are you getting one?

Let us know what you think in the comment section.

Lenovo launches Holiday Shopping Spree promo with free gifts

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Ciara Alarcon

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November 20, 2024

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Lenovo has announced its Holiday Shopping Spree Promo, offering exclusive deals and freebies for customers in the Philippines. The promo runs from November 1 to December 31, 2024, and is available through authorized Lenovo resellers nationwide.

Freebies with select Lenovo devices

Customers purchasing select Lenovo products, including Legion, Yoga, LOQ, IdeaPad, and IdeaCentre devices, can claim free items such as an 8GB ADATA RAM, Canon Pixma MG2570S Printer, Lenovo L15 Monitor, or a Php4,000 CASIO voucher. Freebies for participating products are valued at up to Php10,495.

A complete list of eligible devices, corresponding freebies, and redemption instructions can also be found at promotions.lenovo.com.

Steps to claim freebies

Redeeming your freebie is a straightforward process:

Purchase an eligible Lenovo device from an authorized reseller between November 1 and December 31, 2024.
Visit promotions.lenovo.com and submit the redemption form, including proof of purchase, serial number, and personal details.
Wait for confirmation via email within 5–7 business days. Approved redemptions will be processed, and freebies will be delivered within 5–14 business days.

Note that the promo excludes corporate purchases, bulk orders, and Lenovo employee transactions. Full mechanics are available on the official website.

Upgrade your tech this holiday season

With Lenovo’s wide range of products, from gaming laptops to home office essentials, this promo provides a great opportunity for tech enthusiasts to upgrade their devices. Lenovo’s latest lineup, including AI-enabled models, is designed to support productivity, gaming, and entertainment.

Visit promotions.lenovo.com for more details.

Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro and Active are now available in the PH

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Jam Ancheta

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November 19, 2024

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Filipinos will have another option for an affordable smartwatch as Xiaomi has just released the Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro and Active in the Philippines. These wearable products are perfect for those who wants to track their active lifestyle or for those who just want to monitor their health.

Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro comes with a 1.74-inch display with a metal frame which makes it more elegant and more premium. It also comes with features including personalized workout guidance, heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen tracking, sleep analysis and more.

It also comes with an interchangeable bands and a lot of watch face to choose from so you have the flexiblility to choose of what design you like for your OOTD.

Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active

If you are into a more active lifestyle, you can go for the Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active and it comes with a pretty lightweight design at 16.5g and there’s the 1.47-inch TFT display as well. It comes with 5ATM water resistance and it has an up to 18 days of battery life.

Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro & Active Price and Availability

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro will be available this November 30 at authorized Xiaomi Stores while the Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active will be available at official and authorized online stores at Shopee, TikTok Shop and at Lazada from November 15 to 21 for only Php1,199 and at Authorized Xiaomi stores from November 30 onwards.

ASUS ROG Phone 8 is the official smartphone of MLBB M6 World Championships

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Jam Ancheta

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November 16, 2024

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ASUS ROG has announced that the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is the official smartphone for the upcoming Mobile Legends: Bang Bang M6 World Championships. The ASUS ROG Phone 8 comes with a powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor inside along with a display with an up to 165Hz which makes it perfect for gaming.

It also features multiple gaming-centric features including AeroActive Cooler X, Software optimizations and more. But despite that, it still didn’t lack in other aspects including having a decent 50MP main camera and also a pretty good experience as an everyday smartphone. Check out our video review of the smartphone below:

ASUS ROG Phone 8 Video Review

The MLBB M6 World Championships will kick off in December.

Smart Bro Offers 30 Days of Unlimited 5G for Only Php749

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Jam Ancheta

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November 16, 2024

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Smart Bro has announced an exclusive offer for those in need of high-speed, uninterrupted connectivity. The new promo provides 30 days of unlimited 5G data for Php 749. Originally priced at Php999, this new pricing makes reliable 5G connectivity accessible to more users.

Subscribers can take advantage of Smart Bro Unli 5G 749 in 5G-covered areas but you can still use this on non-5G areas.

How to Avail Smart Bro Unli 5G 749

Smart Bro users can avail of this exclusive promo through the Smart App, Smart Online Store, or by dialing *123# on their smartphones. The promo is also available at accredited retailers, convenience stores, and Smart booths located in airports across the Philippines, making it convenient for all subscribers.

Aside from the 30-day option, Smart Bro is offering additional Unli 5G plan including:

1 day of Unli 5G for Php75
3 days of Unli 5G for Php125
7 days of Unli 5G for Php249

These options provide flexibility for users with different internet usage needs.

The Smart Bro Unli 5G 749 plan is best paired with the Smart Bro 5G Pocket Pro, a portable WiFi device that can connect up to 10 devices simultaneously. It features Qualcomm SDX62 chipset and a 5000mAh battery inside.

Lenovo intros AI-powered devices to PH market

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Ciara Alarcon

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November 15, 2024

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Lenovo has launched a new lineup of AI-powered laptops in the Philippines, aiming to enhance productivity, creativity, and everyday computing. The latest models, including the Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition, Yoga Pro 7, IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1, and IdeaPad Slim 5x, were unveiled at the Lenovo “Smarter AI For You” event held at the SMX Convention Center Aura.

AI-powered technology designed for Filipino users

The new Lenovo lineup integrates AI features designed to optimize performance and adaptability, helping users handle various tasks more efficiently. Lenovo’s latest laptops also come equipped with advanced processors, high-resolution displays, and long battery life, making them suitable for both work and entertainment.

Overview of Lenovo’s latest devices

The new Lenovo lineup caters to a variety of user needs, blending performance with smart features:

Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition – Featuring a 15.3-inch 2.8K PureSight Pro display, this device offers up to 22 hours of battery life and has an Intel Core Ultra processor with a dedicated AI Neural Processing Unit (NPU). Additionally, its lightweight design is suited for mobile users needing long-lasting performance.

Yoga Pro 7 – Equipped with an AMD Ryzen AI processor, this laptop offers up to 50 TOPS of performance and a 14.5-inch 2.8K OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. Its low blue light certification provides eye comfort, ideal for extended work and creative tasks.

IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 – Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus CPU, this 14-inch 2-in-1 laptop is versatile and durable, with 400 nits brightness and a 100% DCI-P3 color gamut display. This flexible design is also suitable for students and professionals on the move.
IdeaPad Slim 5x – Meanwhile, designed for users seeking mobility and power, the Slim 5x runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Plus platform, providing smooth multitasking capabilities. Its slim build, high-quality display, and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity support productivity wherever users go.

Enhanced computing experience for Filipinos

Meanwhile, with the introduction of these AI-powered devices, Lenovo reinforces its commitment to providing smarter technology options for Filipino consumers. The latest lineup also brings accessible AI innovations to everyday computing, supporting users in balancing work and leisure more effectively.

Pricing and availability

The new Lenovo AI-powered devices are available at authorized Lenovo retailers in the Philippines. Pricing starts at Php67,995 for the IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1, Php71,995 for the IdeaPad Slim 5x, Php100,995 for the Yoga Pro 7, and Php103,995 for the Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition.

Meanwhile, for more information, you can visit www.lenovo.com.

Apple Arcade will be getting Final Fantasy games

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Jam Ancheta

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November 15, 2024

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Apple has just announced a number of games will be coming to their subscription-based Apple Arcade and some of the biggest games that will arrive soon are Final Fantasy+, Final Fantasy IV: The After Years and Final Fantasy IV 3D Remake+.

While the original Final Fantasy and Final Fantasy IV 3D Remake are now available at the App Store, the “+” versions are the Apple Arcade versions in where you only need to subscribe monthly to play these games on Apple devices at no extra cost. Similar to how Xbox Game Pass and Netflix works with their content.

Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)+ and Final Fantasy IV: The After Years+ will be arriving to Apple Arcade this December 9 while Final Fantasy+ will be arriving this January 9, 2025.

Another game from Square Enix, Trials of Mana+, is also coming to Apple Arcade this January 9, 2025. It’s a big day for Square Enix fans!

Get a chance to win a Mitsubishi Mirage G4 with realme’s Holiday Grand Sale!

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November 15, 2024

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realme Philippines has launched its annual “realme With You” holiday campaign in where you can get exciting deals and raffle prizes to consumers. This year’s grand raffle prize features a brand-new Mitsubishi Mirage G4, which makes the promo really interesting to all consumers.

To participate in the raffle, customers need to purchase any realme product worth at least PHP 1,000 from any official realme store, both online and offline. Each purchase will be equivalent to one raffle entry, with no limit on the number of entries. Aside from the Mirage G4, six winners will receive a trip for two to Boracay, inclusive of airfare and accommodations sponsored by Sunlight Air.

The raffle promotion also includes additional prizes, such as the realme 13 Pro+ 5G, realme Pad X, and realme Watch S2. This raffle runs until January 12, 2025, with the draw scheduled for January 15, 2025.

Alongside the raffle, realme is offering limited-time price drops on select devices starting November 15 until December 1. These are the devices that are currently on promo:

realme C61 (6GB+128GB): From P6,999 to P6,499
realme C61 (8GB+256GB): From P7,999 to P7,499
realme C63 (8GB+256GB): P8,999 to P7,999
realme Note 60 (4GB+64GB): From P4,999 to P4,399
realme Note 60 (4GB+128GB): From P5,999 to P5,499

Aside from those products, you can also get freebies when you shop the following items at offline realme stores:

Purchase any realme Number Pro or GT Series smartphone and get a FREE TechLife Portable Bluetooth Speaker (valued at P999) from November 15, 2024, to January 12, 2025.
Buy the realme C65 and get a FREE TechLife Power Bank 2 with 10000mAh capacity (valued at P849) from November 15 to December 1, 2024.
Get the realme Pad 2 (8GB+256GB LTE) and enjoy a FREE TechLife Power Bank with 10000mAh capacity (valued at P799) from November 15 to December 1, 2024.

Smart launches Holideals promo with daily data, weekly prizes, and grand raffle

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Ciara Alarcon

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November 14, 2024

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Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) launched of its Holideals promo, featuring daily data bonuses, weekly prize draws, and a grand raffle for a new Toyota Land Cruiser ZX. Running from November 13, 2024, to January 31, 2025, the Holideals promo is available to both new and existing Smart Prepaid, Smart Bro Prepaid, and Smart Postpaid subscribers.

Daily data and weekly prizes

Throughout the promo period, subscribers can enjoy 1GB of free data each day with every PowerAll top-up or Postpaid Data Booster+ subscription. Weekly raffles will reward more than 600 winners with prizes, including 5G smartphones such as the iPhone 15 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S24, and ZTE Blade A75 5G. Additional prizes include one-year subscriptions to Viu and Php200 Foodpanda vouchers.

How to earn raffle entries

Raffle entries can be earned with every qualifying Smart transaction. New Smart Prepaid and Smart Bro Prepaid subscribers automatically receive one raffle entry upon account activation, while existing prepaid users earn entries by subscribing to PowerAll 99 (one entry) or PowerAll 149 (two entries). Meanwhile, new Smart Postpaid customers activating Plan 599 receive six raffle entries, and those on Plan 999 or higher receive ten entries. Postpaid customers also earn an additional entry with each Data Booster+ 1GB subscription.

A grand prize for loyal subscribers

The Holideals promo culminates in a grand draw on February 4, 2025, when one subscriber will win a brand-new Toyota Land Cruiser ZX. “Our Smart Holideals Promo is our way of giving back to our subscribers who continue to trust us with their mobile needs,” said Kristine A. Go, Senior Vice President for Smart Consumer Wireless Business.

For more details, visit smart.com.ph/holideals.

HONOR Opens New Store at SM City Davao, Launches HONOR X7c

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Jam Ancheta

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November 13, 2024

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HONOR Philippines has opened its doors to its newest store at SM City Davao and they’ve also debut their newest water-resistant smartphone, the HONOR X7c at opening.

The smartphone is priced at only Php8,999 which makes it accessible to most Filipinos. The smartphone features a 5-star drop resistance rating and it also comes with IP64 Water Resistance rating which will protect the smartphone from splashes and accidental water spills.

There’s a 6000mAh battery also inside which will let the user use the smartphone for a longer time than most smartphone. Other features includes a 256GB internal storage, a 35W HONOR SuperCharge and an 8GB+8GB RAM for the smartphone.

The HONOR X7c is available through HONOR Experience and Partner Stores and online via Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop for Php 8,999.

LOCAL PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

Freebies with select Lenovo devices

Steps to claim freebies

Upgrade your tech this holiday season

Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro

Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active

Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro & Active Price and Availability

How to Avail Smart Bro Unli 5G 749

AI-powered technology designed for Filipino users

Overview of Lenovo’s latest devices

Enhanced computing experience for Filipinos

Pricing and availability

Daily data and weekly prizes

How to earn raffle entries

A grand prize for loyal subscribers

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