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iPhone 13 Pre-order starts this October 15 in the Philippines

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Apple has officially announced the official availability of the iPhone 13 series in the Philippines via their Apple Online Store. The iPhone 13 brings a lot of incremental upgrades to the smartphone including an improved camera system and also a 120Hz display on the iPhone 13 Pro series.

The iPhone 13 Pro will come in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB and 1TB variants and the iPhone 13 starts at Php63,990 while the iPhone 13 Pro Max starts at Php70,990.

The iPhone 13 and the iPhone 13 Pro will be available for pre-order starting this October 15 and it will be available starting this October 22.

Ninja Van Philippines celebrates 5th anniversary

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Ninja Van Philippines marked its five years of excellence in the country, as it shared its milestones and newest services to empower MSMEs amidst the pandemic.

With almost nationwide coverage and around 7,000 estimated riders and drivers, Ninja Van Philippines has been actively allowing customers to ship and receive parcels in the country.

This allows the company to enjoy record-breaking growth.

NINJA VAN PHILIPPINES’ IMPRESSIVE GROWTH IN THE COUNTRY

As more Filipinos choose to shop online for safety and convenience, Ninja Van Philippines has seen a 150% growth in parcel volumes in the past 12 months. The company also shared that they are currently processing billions of pesos of Cash-on-Delivery (COD) payments monthly.

The company now has over 300 hubs, stores, and stations warehouses—with the biggest one having a total area equivalent to 17 Olympic-sized swimming pools. This is something they are proud of as they started in just a condominium unit, which serves as their first office and warehouse.

They also reached 1 million total deliveries in 2018 and launched Ninja Direct the following year. This strengthened their position as one of the country’s leading logistic providers that focuses on delivery speed with more value-added services.

To upgrade their customer service, Ninja Van Philippines launched their new services, such as the COD Advance, Ninja Direct, and Ninja Point. They also launched the Ninja Blog to launch community learning sessions, such as Ninja Masterclass and online bazaars to help online sellers.

NINJA VAN PHILIPPINES: BEYOND 5 YEARS

Meanwhile, the company also shared that they are planning to increase automation in their process to improve operations quality and achieve 100% coverage nationwide.

This will come from the funds that Nina Van has successfully secured in a Series E funding round, which involves participation from both existing and new investors. The funds from this round of investment amounting to USD 578 million will be allocated towards Ninja Van’s infrastructure and technology systems as well as its suite of micro-supply chain solutions to help Southeast Asian businesses optimize e-commerce opportunities.

Samsung announces its big pre-order promo for 98-inch Neo QLED TV

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Elevate your entertainment experience with Samsung’s 98-inch Neo QLED TV, which is now available for pre-order!

Starting October 1, consumers can score the 98-inch Samsung Neo QLED TV and be one of the first users to experience its unrivaled picture quality in larger-than-life screen size. It comes with premium freebies and huge discounts, too.

Those who will pre-order the device can score it for a whopping net cash discount price of just Php399,999 from its Php499,999 SRP. They will also get a FREE Samsung Q900A Soundbar with Dolby Atmos worth Php54,999. This makes sure that users will have an upgraded and luxurious cinematic viewing experience.

In addition, Samsung will also give consumers a 6-month FREE subscription to HBO Go, allowing them to enjoy unlimited access to award-winning movies, series, and more.

Interested?

Head to www.samsung.com/ph to learn more about the Samsung Neo QLED TV in 98-inch size.

Promo runs until October 31 only, so hurry!

Smart named as most reliable 5G mobile operator in the Philippines

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The global leader in internet testing and analysis Ookla has recognized Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) as the most reliable 5G operator in the Philippines.

Smart got the award as it recorded the highest scores in 5G Consistency and 5G Availability based on Ookla’s Speedtest Intelligence data in Q2 2021.

SMART IS THE COUNTRY’S MOST RELIABLE 5G MOBILE OPERATOR

Ookla explained that 5G Consistency is calculated based on the percentage of users, who meet minimum download and upload speeds. Meanwhile, 5G Availability is determined based on how many hours did users spend on 5G.

With these, Smart topped both categories with a score of 89.78% versus Globe’s 78.15%, and 14.67% against Globe’s 11.86%, respectively.

This latest recognition proved that Smart is committed to delivering the best reliability to their customers across the country.

In case you missed it, Ookla also recognized Smart as the Philippines’ fasted 5G mobile network from Q1 to Q2 of 2021. In fact, it recorded median download and upload speeds that are twice as fast as its competition.

What can you say about this latest news?

Share your thoughts with us in the comment section below!

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Z Flip3 5G Now Available in the Philippines

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Both the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G are now available in the Philippines. These are the newest flagship smartphones of Samsung and they are the hottest and the best foldable smartphones in the Philippine market right now.

In our review of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G, we definitely loved the smartphone because of its portability and improved displays on both the outer display and the foldable display of the smartphone while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G now supports S Pen and it comes with a tougher and better body along with an under-display camera. Both smartphones also feature a more powerful Snapdragon 888 processor along with the IPX8 water resistance.

Aside from the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G, the Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and also the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 are now available in the market as well. With the Samsung Galaxy Galaxy Watch4, you can have apps and a healthier lifestyle with its features as you can measure your body composition on the watch while the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 is the lightest earbuds from Samsung and it comes in different colors and Active noise canceling.

Here are the newest products from Samsung and their pricing:

Samsung Galaxy Buds2

  • Php6,990

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4

  • 40mm – Php12,990
  • 44mm – Php14,990
  • Classic 42mm – Php17,990
  • Classic 46mm – Php19,990

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G

  • 128GB – Php52,990
  • 256GB – Php56,990

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

  • 256GB – Php87,990
  • 512GB – Php95,990

 

SKYWORTH intros new line-up of 4K TVs and gaming monitor

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SKYWORTH has introduced three new TV models and a gaming monitor at its annual Autumn Product Launch, teasing consumers that its latest devices will get them closer to reality.

The new products are namely the SKYWORTH S82 4K OLED TV, SKYWORTH Q72 4K SmartMiniLED TV, SKYWORTH A20 Pro 4K 120Hz TV, and the SKYWORTH G90 4K OLED gaming monitor.

SKYWORTH S82

The new SKYWORTH S82 is a slim 4K OLED TV that offers superior color accuracy for a true-to-life and immersive entertainment experience.

Here are some of its unique offerings:

  • Superior Color Accuracy: SKYWORTH equipped the S82 model with high color accuracy of △E0.86. It supports switching from different color gamuts, allowing the device to deliver vivid colors and true-to-life pictures.
  • High-Quality Picture: Available in 55-inch and 65-inch models, the SKYWORTH S82 provides users with superb picture quality, brightness, depth, and details through the SKYWORTH AI Picture Quality Engine 4K Version, Dolby Vision, and HDR 10. It has a 120Hz refresh rate, as well.
  • Comfortable Viewing Experience: SKYWORTH also geared it with an anti-glare OLED screen, ALS Ambient Light Sensor, and Dolby Vision IQ. This allows the S82 to adjust the picture quality based on the surrounding lighting conditions.
  • Ultra-thin Body: Packed with SKYWORTH OBM Slim Technology, the S82 model features an ultra-thin body of 3.9mm only. This enables users to maximize their entertainment space in their homes.
  • Cinematic Audio Experience: It is also geared with SKYWORTH Audio Drum, a built-in subwoofer that is powered by 20W and can produce a frequency as low as 50Hz. In addition, it also sports Dolby Atmos for a more immersive audio experience.
SKYWORTH Q72

Loaded with the latest flagship 8K SoC, SKYWORTH highlighted that the SKYWORTH Q72 is set to take users’ entertainment experience to a new level.

The Q72 model comes with 20,736 backlights across 2,304 zones, enhancing its local dimming, for more delicate and vibrant picture quality. Its Active Matrix Addressing also allows each dimming zone to be controlled intelligently, ensuring that it can deliver a flicker-free viewing experience.

Other notable features include its AI Matrix Dimming technology, SKYWORTH Super Original Colors technology, Dolby Vision, HDR 10 support, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support, and SKYWORTH Audio Speaker System 2.1.2.

SKYWORTH A20 PRO

Meanwhile, the SKYWORTH A20 Pro is a 4K LCD TV that comes with an impressive 120Hz refresh rate. It flashes an ultra-high screen-to-body ratio of 99%, complemented with the SKYWORTH AI Picture Quality Engine 4K version.

For better offerings, SKYWORTH also packed it with ALS Ambient Light Sensor, eye care mode, JBL cinematic sound effects, Dolby Atmos, HDMI 2.1, and Wi-Fi 6 connection.

SKYWORTH G90

On the other hand, the SKYWORTH G90 is a 48-inch 4K OLED gaming monitor that offers a 120Hz rate. It is expected to upgrade user’s gaming experience for a much affordable price, as it comes with impressive features.

For instance, the gaming monitor has a VRR from the port to the SOC and the screen, 3D LUT color adjustment technology, 178-degree viewing angle, Dolby Atmos, HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 6 connection, anti-glare technology, and eyecare mode.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

SKYWORTH’s new TVs and gaming monitor will be initially available in Mainland China. Here are the pricing details:

  • 55-inch SKYWORTH S82 – CNY 13,999 (~Php110K, direct conversion only)
  • 65-inch SKYWORTH S82 – CNY 24,999 (~Php196K, direct conversion only)
  • 75-inch SKYWORTH Q72 – CNY 29,999 (~Php235K, direct conversion only)
  • 86-inch SKYWORTH Q72 – CNY 49,999 (~Php392K, direct conversion only)
  • 55-inch SKYWORTH A20 Pro – CNY 4,399 (~Php35K, direct conversion only)
  • 65-inch SKYWORTH A20 Pro – CNY 5,599 (~Php44K, direct conversion only)
  • 75-inch SKYWORTH A20 Pro – CNY 7,999 (~Php63K, direct conversion only)
  • SKYWORTH G90 – CNY 14,999 (~Php118K, direct conversion only)

Meanwhile, SKYWORTH is yet to announce its official pricing and availability in the Philippines.

Stay tuned for the official update!

Infinix to launch Zero X Pro and INBook X1 in the Philippines

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October is going to be a busy month for Infinix Philippines, as it announced its plan to launch the new Zero X Pro smartphone and INBook X1 laptop in the country in the said month.

INFINIX ZERO X PRO SMARTPHONE

In case you missed it, the Infinix Zero X Pro has been recently launched internationally, teasing consumers that it is set to upgrade their mobile photography experience. In fact, the device sports a whopping 108MP main shooter and an 8MP periscope moonshot lens with 60x zoom power, and a 120-degree FOV 8MP ultra-wide lens.

Other notable features include its large 6.67-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. It comes with a MediaTek Helio G95 processor, 8GB RAM, and up to 256GB internal storage.

To keep the fun running, Infinix also loaded the Zero X Pro with a 4,500mAh battery that supports 45W fast charging.

Infinix Zero X Pro key specs:
  • 6.67-inch FHD+ (1080 x 2400) AMOLED screen, Super Fluid Display, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate
  • XOS 7.6 based on Android 11 OS
  • MediaTek Helio G95 processor w/ Intelligent Dual chip
  • ARM Mali-G76 GPU
  • 8GB RAM
  • 128GB/256GB UFS 2.2 internal storage
  • Main camera: 108MP + 8MP periscope + 8MP ultrawide
  • 16MP selfie camera
  • Dual Nano SIM
  • Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
  • Bluetooth
  • GPS, A-GPS
  • In-display fingerprint scanner
  • USB Type-C
  • 4,500mAh battery w/45W fast charge
  • Colors: Nebula Black, Starry Silver, Tuscany Brown

INFINIX INBOOK X1 LAPTOP

Meanwhile, Infinx is also set to bring the INBook X1 laptop to the Philippines in October.
As a quick recap, the device is powered by an up to Intel Core i5 processor, clocked at 3.6GHz. It also comes with 8GB of memory.

Good for people who are always on the go, Infinix equipped it with a 14-inch display, which can be tilted up to a 180-degree viewing angle. It sports a 720P webcam and 2 arrays of digital microphones for smooth video and audio communications during video conferencing.

The INBook X1 is also expected to run up to 13 hours of web browsing on just a single charge.

The official date of availability and its pricing are yet to be announced. So, stay tuned!

XTREME Appliances records an impressive 148% increase in sales

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Despite the economic challenges we’re experiencing right now, XTREME Appliances still managed to record a whopping 148% increase in sales this 2021.

The company explained that the skyrocketing demand for home improvement and the desire to upgrade Filipino households have fueled the growth of their sales.

“Some Filipinos are looking for ways to make their quarantine bearable and worthwhile. The surge in home improvements including appliances upgrade has been really impactful to the local appliance market, most especially to our brand. The fact of the matter is, these home projects and lifestyle upgrades cater to the lifestyle changes in this new normal world,” XTREME Appliances Vice President for Marketing, Stephen Cheng, said.

Since Q1 of 2021, XTREME Appliances has already recorded a dramatic rise in sales, including the following:
  • XTREME Televisions – 52% growth compared to 2020
  • XTREME Cool products – 30% growth compared to 2020

The company, on the other hand, said that they expect to record more sales this year.

To make this more possible, XTREME Appliances expanded as they now have 40 concept stores nationwide as of September 2021. A total of concept stores are expected to be opened by the end of the year, too.

XTREME Appliances has also teamed up with several online platforms, including Lazada, Shopee, Ayala Malls Zing, Linkshop, MetroMart, Nest Genie, and Glife-GCash. The company has partnered with Abenson, Ansons, SNR, All Homes, and Puregold earlier this year.

Meanwhile, to boost their popularity growth in the country, the brand tapped actress and fashion icon, Heart Evangelista-Escudero, as their new brand ambassadress.

TECNO Mobile announces back-to-school promo

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Looking for an impressive smartphone that can accompany you or your kids on virtual classes? Then, you’re in for a treat with TECNO Mobile’s back-to-school promo.

TECNO Mobile announced its latest deals, where consumers can get their new smartphone for under Php10,000. Participating devices include the Spark 6 Go, Spark 7, Spark 7 Pro, POVA 2, Camon 16, and Camon 17P.

Here are some of the details:
SPARK 6 GO
  • 6.52-inch HD screen
  • Built-in AI dual unlock feature
  • AI Camera with Beauty mode and 18 AI Scene Detection5,000mAh battery
  • Audio Share that allows up to 3 Bluetooth speakers or 2 Bluetooth earphones simultaneously
  • Colors: Aqua Blue, Ice Jadeite, Sky Black, and Mystery White
  • Discounted price: Php4,699

SPARK 7
  • 6.52-inch FHD+ dot-notch display
  • 3GB RAM/64GB internal storage
  • 16MP AI dual rear camera
  • 8MP selfie camera
  • HiOS 7.5 OS based on Android 11
  • 6,000mAh battery
  • Discounted price: Php4,699

Spark 7 Pro
  • 6.6-inch HD+ Dot-in screen with 90Hz refresh rate
  • 48MP AI triple rear camera
  • 8MP selfie camera
  • HiOs 7.5 OS based on Android 11
  • 5,000mAh battery

POVA 2
  • 6.9-inch FHD+ 1080p screen
  • 6GB RAM/128GB internal storage
  • Helio G85 gaming processor
  • Game Space 2.0
  • 48MP quad camera
  • 8MP AI-powered selfie camera
  • 7,000mAh battery with 18W dual IC flash charger

CAMON 16
  • 6GB RAM/128GB internal storage
  • 48MP ultra quad camera
  • 18W fast charging

CAMON 17P
  • 6.8-inch FHD+ 1080p screen, 90Hz refresh rate
  • Helio G85 processor
  • 48MP AI-powered triple rear camera
  • 16MP selfie camera
  • 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging
  • Colors: Magnet Black, Spruce Green, and Frost Silver
  • Discounted price: Php8,490

To learn more about the promo, visit TECNO Mobile’s official store on Lazada and Shopee. You can also go to TECNO Mobile Concept Store at SM North EDSA Annex, and other partner retail stores nationwide for exclusive offers and discounts.

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

Xiaomi outs new Mi TV P1 series in PH, price starts at Php10,990

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Xiaomi Philippines has officially launched its latest smart TV lineup — the new Mi TV P1 series, allowing Filipino consumers to upgrade their home entertainment experience for an affordable price.

The newly announced Mi TV P1 series comes in four different sizes, ranging from 32-inch to a whopping 55-inch bezel-less smart TV.

Flashing a sleek and stylish design, Xiaomi allows users to maximize their home space while enjoying an upgraded viewing experience. In addition, its 60Hz LED screen sports an ultra-wide 178-degree field of view, enabling users to clearly see the display no matter where they are watching from.

The 55-inch, 50-inch, and 43-inch models offer an outstanding 4K UHD resolution and Dolby Vision support. These variants also have MEMC technology.

The new Mi TV P1 series are also pre-installed with popular entertainment apps, such as Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube. Users can also connect it with their smartphones to enjoy a bigger screen size when playing games through Chromecast and Miracast.

In addition, users can use its built-in Google Assistant to control it via voice command. What’s even better is that the three larger models have embedded mic on the panel, allowing users to control the TV and other smart appliances connected seamlessly.

Xiaomi Mi TV P1 32-inch key specs:
  • Dimensions: 733 x 180 x 479mm
  • Display: 1366 x 768 HD, bezel-less LED, 60Hz Global dimming
  • Audio: 5W + 5W, Dolby Audio, and DTS-HD support
  • Android TV 9
  • Built-in Google AssistantBuilt-in Chromecast, supports Miracast
  • Pre-installed with Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube
  • 1.5GB RAM
  • 8GB ROM
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • 2.4GHz/5GHz WiFi
  • HDMI ARC 1x, HDMI 2.0 1x, and HDMI CEC 1x, USB 2.0 2x, Ethernet 100Mbps, Digital tuner, power button
  • Remote: 360-degree Bluetooth remote with dedicated buttons for Google Assistant, Netflix, and Prime Video
  • Inclusions: 360-degree Bluetooth remote control, Stand, User manual, Screw bag, Power cable, and Warranty card

Xiaomi Mi TV P1 43-inch key specs:
  • Dimensions: 962.2 x 205.2 x 624.6mm
  • Display: 3840 x 2160 4K UHD, HDR10, Dolby Vision bezel-less LED, 60Hz Global dimming
  • Audio: 10W + 10W, Dolby Audio, and DTS-HD support
  • Android TV 10
  • Built-in Google Assistant
  • Built-in Chromecast, supports Miracast
  • Pre-installed with Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube
  • 2GB RAM
  • 16GB ROM
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • 2.4GHz/5GHz WiFi
  • HDMI eARC, VRR, HDMI 2.0, HDMI CEC x 1, Mic mute switch, USB 2.0 2x, Ethernet 100Mbps, Digital tuner, power button
  • Remote: 360-degree Bluetooth remote with dedicated buttons for Google Assistant, Netflix, and Prime Video
  • Inclusions: 360-degree Bluetooth remote control, Stand, User manual, Screw bag, Power cable, and Warranty card

Xiaomi Mi TV P1 50-inch key specs:
  • Dimensions: 1117.2 x 276.8 x 710.6mm
  • Display: 3840 x 2160 4K UHD, HDR10+, Dolby Vision bezel-less LED, 60Hz Global dimming
  • Audio: 10W + 10W, Dolby Audio, and DTS-HD support
  • Android TV 10
  • Built-in Google Assistant
  • Built-in Chromecast, supports Miracast
  • Pre-installed with Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube
  • 2GB RAM
  • 16GB ROM
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • 2.4GHz/5GHz WiFi
  • HDMI eARC, VRR, HDMI 2.0, HDMI CEC x 1, Mic mute switch, USB 2.0 2x, Ethernet 100Mbps, Digital tuner, power button
  • Remote: 360-degree Bluetooth remote with dedicated buttons for Google Assistant, Netflix, and Prime Video
  • Inclusions: 360-degree Bluetooth remote control, Stand, User manual, Screw bag, Power cable, and Warranty card

Xiaomi Mi TV P1 55-inch key specs:
  • Dimensions: 1243.9 x 782.2 x 285.3mm
  • Display: 3840 x 2160 4K UHD, HDR10+, Dolby Vision bezel-less LED, 60Hz Global dimming
  • Audio: 10W + 10W, Dolby Audio, and DTS-HD support
  • Android TV 10
  • Built-in Google Assistant
  • Built-in Chromecast, supports Miracast
  • Pre-installed with Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube
  • 2GB RAM
  • 16GB ROM
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • 2.4GHz/5GHz WiFi
  • HDMI eARC, VRR, HDMI 2.0, HDMI CEC x 1, Mic mute switch, USB 2.0 2x, Ethernet 100Mbps, Digital tuner, power button
  • Remote: 360-degree Bluetooth remote with dedicated buttons for Google Assistant, Netflix, and Prime VideoInclusions: 360-degree Bluetooth remote control, Stand, User
  • manual, Screw bag, Power cable, and Warranty card
XIOMI MI TV P1 PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

The new Mi TV P1 series will be available for purchase starting September 30, 2021. Consumers can score it for as low as Php10,990.

  • Xiaomi Mi TV P1 55-inch – Php24,990
  • Xiaomi Mi TV P1 50-inch – Php22,990
  • Xiaomi Mi TV P1 43-inch – Php18,990
  • Xiaomi Mi TV P1 32-inch – Php10,990

So, are you getting one?

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