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Huawei Matestation S Review

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Huawei Matestation S Review

Huawei has been busy introducing different products lately including their latest desktop, the Huawei Matestation S. Unlike most desktops, this one comes in a smaller size but it’s still running Windows inside so you can use this one for work or for school.

Hardware and design

The Huawei MateStation S is a small desktop and it’s perfect for those people who just want a small factor desktop that they can use for their business, work, or at home.

On the front, we got here a stylish design on the Huawei Matestation S. They call it a star trail design and it does look professional but also stylish. But of course, we also got here the power button and also the ports on the front.

The Huawei Matestation S comes with plenty of ports despite having a small form factor. At the front, there’s the 3.5mm audio jack in where you can plug in your headset, a USB-C port (USB 2.0), and also a USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 2 port. There are different ports at the back too including a mic in, line out, line-in, HDMI port, VGA port, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-A 2.0, RJ45 port, and a serial port.

For the PSU, there’s the 300W PSU inside the Huawei MateStation S which isn’t a lot so if you’re planning on upgrading the GPU on this one, you might be disappointed that you can’t upgrade much of it as we’re limited with the PSU inside the tower.

Keyboard

One of the unique things about the Huawei MateStation S is the included keyboard. It comes with a Huawei Wired Keyboard with a fingerprint scanner. Yes, it comes with a built-in fingerprint scanner which is a plus for me as most desktops don’t have a faster way to login to their desktops. It’s fast and responsive just like their fingerprint on their notebooks.

But it’s not the only unique feature that we can find on the keyboard as this one also features NFC on the shift key so you can connect to your Huawei smartphone via Huawei Share. It also comes with shortcut for things like search.

As for the keys, they’re perfectly sized and typing on it was a breeze. It’s very comfortable and it’s responsive. The design of this one is pretty cool too but it isn’t mechanical However, I find the function keys smaller which might annoy some people.

Monitor

You can also separately purchase the Huawei Display. It’s a 23.8-inch monitor and it’s a Full HD FullView display with 72% NTSC color gamut. It might not be the best display out there in the market but the design of the monitor is really complementing the design of the Huawei MateStation S.

Aside from that, the bezels are really thin on the Huawei Display with 5.7mm thin bezels. You can also tilt it if you want and it also supports VESA mounts.

Performance

Like what I’ve mentioned earlier, the Huawei MateStation S is meant for work, work from school, and businesses and if you’re planning on gaming on this one, well, you’ll be able to run some light and casual games but don’t expect the heavier ones on the Huawei MateStation S.

Before we get down to the numbers, let’s talk about the hardware inside. First, there’s the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G processor inside and it comes with the AMD Radeon Graphics. That doesn’t sound exciting for some but it’s a pretty capable processor as I was able to have fun playing Valorant on this one. I was able to run Valorant at 1080p in lowest settings and I was surprised to get a 100fps on this one.

As for the benchmarks, the numbers are quite good too:

3Dmark showed us that it might not be able to run Battlefield at 1440p Ultra but it scored 4920 and 886 in Timespy.

For Geekbench, we were able to get a score of 1189 on single-core and 5026 on multi-core.

CrystalDiskMark also showed us that the SSD inside this baby was fast enough so if you’re planning on transferring a lot of files, the Huawei MateStation S wouldn’t have a problem regarding that.

Other cool features include mirroring your Huawei smartphone to the Huawei MateStation S via Huawei Share which is a feature that we’ve seen before on Huawei notebooks.

Verdict

The Huawei MateStation S isn’t a perfect PC for your home but if you’re looking for something that you only need for light work or for school then this would run just fine. The Ryzen 4600G can run just fine and there are some unique features including a built-in fingerprint scanner on the keyboard.

However, if you’re planning on upgrading the insides of this one, you might find this lacking as the small build of the Huawei MateStation S and also the small PSU will limit its capabilities.

The Huawei MateStation S is now available and it starts at Php30,999

Qualcomm announces their own Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders

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Qualcomm announces their own Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders

Qualcomm has just announced its own smartphone that is made for Snapdragon insiders and it’s packed with the latest features and hardware from Qualcomm. Qualcomm didn’t make this smartphone by themselves as they partnered with ASUS to bring this one to reality.

Some of the features include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor which is currently their most powerful chipset in the market right now along with 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and it also comes with a 6.78-inch Samsung AMOLED Full HD+ display with 144Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.

For the camera, there’s the 64MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide, and 8MP telephoto lens and then there’s the 24MP selfie camera. The smartphone will also feature Qualcomm AI Software experiences including auto zoom, and AI Object tracking.

The smartphone will also use a rear-fingerprint scanner with its 2nd generation 3D Sonic Sensor and an in-display one and then there’s the Quick Charge 5.0 charging tech too which enables the smartphone to charge it in 70% in just 30 minutes and a full charge in 50 minutes.

It will also include a Snapdragon Sound technology which will bring better audio especially when you use the in-box premium earbuds by Master and Dynamic

The Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders will be available in selected markets. No word regarding local availability.

Nintendo Switch OLED variant unveiled!

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Nintendo Switch OLED variant unveiled!

Nintendo has announced the new variant of the Nintendo Switch and it’s the OLED Model of the Nintendo Switch. Well, it’s still the Nintendo Switch that we know including the same processor and games but this one will have a bigger and better display and of course, some other cool features inside.

First, the display is going to OLED now and it will have a thinner bezels with a larger display too. The original Nintendo Switch comes with a 6.2-inch display but this one will now have a 7-inch OLED display.

The new Nintendo Switch will also come with a better and wider adjustable stand at the back so you can use it in Tabletop mode. This also means that you can adjust it on the best viewing angle that you want for the Switch

The Nintendo Switch OLED will also feature a rounder and cleaner dock and it now comes with a built-in wired LAN port so you can have better latency when playing games such as Fortnite and also APEX Legends.

Other new features includes a larger 64GB of internal storage inside the Nintendo Switch but of course, you can expand it via microSD card and as for the audio, it has been enhanced thanks to the improved speakers of the console.8i9

Infinix Hot 10S MLBB Edition Unboxing and First Impressions

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Infinix Hot 10S MLBB Edition Unboxing and First Impressions

Infinix has recently outed their latest addition to their family and it’s the Infinix Hot 10S and it’s one of the interesting smartphones out there due to its low price and also its bang-for-the-buck specifications and recently, the company has also unveiled the Infinix Hot 10S MLBB edition. It’s the special edition for the Infinix Hot 10S that is made for MLBB gamers in mind.

Unboxing

The box of the MLBB edition is different from the original one as this one features Chou in the box along with the logo of  Mobile Legends: Bang Bang at the top. On the side, we can Legendary which is a term used in the game.

Inside the box will give you the basic things that you need including the charger, micro USB cable, case, screen protector, and a lot more.

 

Design

The design of the smartphone is very similar to the original one but this time, we got here the MLBB logo along with the Infinix one at the back and then there’s the large LEGENDARY branding on the smartphone.

Since we got here a clear hard case on the smartphone, using the smartphone’s case will still show you the LEGENDARY branding at the back along with the mobile legends logo so you can still show it off to your friends even with the case on.

Again, everything was pretty much the same as we still got here the glossy plastic back along with the geometric pattern. There’s a fingerprint scanner at the top of the back of the smartphone too and it’s a bit unreachable for some small hands.

Below the smartphone is where you can find the micro USB port along with the headphone jack. Unfortunately, we’re still using micro USB on this and the charging is a little bit slow at 10W. As for the power button and the volume rocker, it’s located on the middle right side of the smartphone which is really accessible.

For the camera, the Infinix Hot 10S MLBB edition comes with a 48MP main camera + 2MP depth camera and another one for AI lens and for the selfie camera, we got here an 8MP selfie camera.

Display

The Infinix Hot 10S comes with a large 6.82-inch HD+ display and it might disappoint you that the smartphone only comes with HD+ resolution, this one still have a 90Hz refresh rate so you can have a better and smoother experience and also more responsive which is essential to games.

Software and performance

Inside the smartphone is a Mediatek helio G85 processor which is enough to run Mobile Legends at high settings and as for the RAM and memory, we got here a combination of 6GB RAM and 128G of internal storage. For its price of Php6,990, this is a pretty good combination.

inside the smartphone is Android 11 with a heavily skinned XOS inside. Unfortunately, there are no special skins or themes that are made on this one but at least, we’re getting here a  LEGENDARY branding at the back of the smartphone.

The Infinix Hot 10S is a smartphone made for those who want to have a budget smartphone with pretty good specifications. For MLBB players, I’m pretty sure that they’ll love the features as this one is powerful enough for the game and there’s the MLBB branding on the box and also on the smartphone.

The Infinix HOT 10S MLBB edition will be available this July 12 with an SRP of Php5,990. You can get it at Php500 off this July 12 only!

Hearthstone announces United in Stormwind, major Battlegrounds update, and more!

Ciara Alarcon
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Hearthstone announces United in Stormwind, major Battlegrounds update, and more!

Hearthstone recently introduced its next expansion, named United in Stormwind, along with major Battlegrounds updates and the return of Fire Festival.

INTRODUCING THE HEART OF THE ALLIANCE…

Hearthstone revealed that United in Stormwind will provide gamers with 135 new cards.

Tagged as the heart of the alliance, here are the things you don’t want to miss in Stormwind:

  • Questlines – Want to have a peek into the ongoing stories of Hearthstone’s newest mercenary heroes? Then, you should be excited about these three-part quests! To earn a small reward, you must start a match with your Questline cards in hand. Meanwhile, when you completed all three quests, the mercenary will join your side as a powerful Legendary minion.
  • Add Tradeable cards to your deck to achieve maximum value. You can play these cards with their normal effect or drag them back in your deck for just 1 mana and draw another card that might give you better results.
  • Mount a spell onto a minion to give it a powerful buff. Once the rider is destroyed, it will summon the trusty steed.
  • Profession Tools are a new passive type of weapon that has special effects instead of attack values.
MAJOR BATTLEGROUND UPDATES
  • The Battlegrounds Bundle: Beach Party includes seven new portraits of heroes, such as Grill King Bolvar and Chillin’ Vol’jin. The bundle also includes Tikilord Ragnaros, a fully-voiced alternate Bartender who serves up drinks with a scorching attitude.
  • The Battlegrounds Heroes: Shadowlands bundle includes eight heroes reimagined as members of the Covenants featured in the afterlife-themed World of Warcraft: Shadowlands expansion.

JOIN THE FIRE FESTIVAL

Ragnaros will be having a house party in the Firelands. Here are the details:

  • Taven Brawls – from July 7 to July 28
  • Book of Mercenaries: Kurtus – July 14
  • Book of Heroes: Gul’dan – July 21

So, who’s excited about these amazing updates?

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

Huawei intros 6 new flagship products in APAC, launches Watch 3 and FreeBuds 4 in PH

Ciara Alarcon
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Huawei intros 6 new flagship products in APAC, launches Watch 3 and FreeBuds 4 in PH

Huawei showed no sign of slowing down, as it introduced six new flagship products in the APAC region, while it also officially launched its latest wearables in the Philippines.

To bring more powerful smart devices in the APAC region, Huawei announced amazing products that are packed with the brand’s newest technologies.

Here are the 6 new flagship products that you should consider getting soon:

HUAWEI MATEPAD PRO 12.6

Loaded with HarmonyOS 2, the Huawei MatePad series can smoothly work with other Huawei devices through various dual-screen modes.

  • The Mirror Mode allows users to project the tablet’s screen to MateBook and MateView, simultaneously.
  • The Extend Mode enables users to drag and transfer files on different devices.

The Huawei MatePad series is led by its flagship device, the MatePad Pro 12.6, and is joined by the MatePad Pro 10.8, and MatePad 11.

The MatePad Pro 12.6 and 10.8 are equipped with a bezel-less screen, while the MatePad 11 boasts an impressive 120Hz refresh rate.

Other accessories that can work perfectly with the MatePad series include the Huawei M-Pencil (2nd generation), the new Smart Magnetic Keyboard, and a Bluetooth wireless mouse.

HUAWEI MATEVIEW

Looking for the perfect monitor that is suited for your creative tasks? The Huawei MateView can help!

The device is a pro-grade standalone monitor that features a 28-inch 3:2 panel. It supports a 3840 x 2560 resolution, providing users with a premium viewing experience and a top-notch color display performance.

To improve your efficiency, the MateView can be connected with smartphones, laptops, and tablets wirelessly.

HUAWEI WATCH 3 SERIES

It supports independent communication, as it lets users make phone calls and listen to music using the same phone number and data plan as your smartphone.

The Huawei Watch 3 features a curved glass screen and 316L stainless steel case, giving off a stylish design. It comes with a 3D rotating crown, as well, which can intelligently detect different levels of pressure and provides haptic feedback in response.

It comes with more than 100 workout modes and a broad range of healthcare monitoring functions, too.

HUAWEI FREEBUDS 4

Consumers can also upgrade their music experience with the new Huawei FreeBuds 4, which offers high-resolution sound quality and smart audio connectivity.

It uses an Adaptive Ear Matching (AEM) noise cancellation technology, too, enabling the earbuds to automatically detect the user’s ear shape and determine the best algorithm for each user.

It is also equipped with a Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) composite diaphragm, which can deliver high-resolution sound quality.

In addition, it supports dual device connection, providing users with the ultimate entertainment experience. Through this feature, two devices can be connected to the FreeBuds 4 simultaneously.

HUAWEI MATEVIEW GT

The new MateView GT is the brand’s first curved monitor, which is designed for gamers.

It is packed with a 34-inch 165Hz display with a 3440 x 1440 resolution. It comes with an integrated SoundBar, too, providing users with an immersive gaming experience.

HUAWEI NOVA 8i

Huawei also introduced the new Nova 8i, which flashes a 6.67-inch bezel-less screen. The company teases that it boasts a quad-rear camera setup, consisting of a 64-megapixel main shooter. It also supports the brand’s 66W SuperCharge solution, allowing users to fully charge the device in just 38 minutes.

PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

  • Huawei Watch 3 series – price starts from Php18,999, while its pre-order begins July 6 to July 15 on Huawei Store, Shopee, Lazada and, HUAWEI Experience Stores and authorized retail stores with a FREE Huawei Band 4 worth Php1,890
  • Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 – Php55,999

Those who will get the device from June 28 to July 9 will need to add Php1 to score premium freebies worth up to Php18,035.

The bundle includes a Huawei MatePad M-Pencil worth Php5,999, a Huawei Smart Keyboard worth Php7,999, a Bluetooth Speaker worth Php1,499, and limited subscription to Huawei Cloud, Huawei Video, WPS, FilmoraGo, and Huawei Theme.

The last promo bundle will be running from July 10 to 31. Customers just need to add Php1 to get Php13,998 worth of premium freebies. This includes a Huawei MatePad M-Pencil 2nd generation and a Huawei Smart Keyboard.

The new Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 is now available in all Huawei Stores nationwide, and official online stores.

  • Huawei MateView GT – Php28,999

Those who will pre-order the device from July 6 to 15 will receive a FREE classic backpack worth Php5,990 from Huawei.

Stay tuned for the official launch details of MatePad 11, nova 8i, MateView, and MateView GT in the Philippines!

Top 6 products you should get from XTREME Appliances this rainy season

Ciara Alarcon
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Top 6 products you should get from XTREME Appliances this rainy season

The rainy season is here, and just when you thought that it couldn’t get any cooler, XTREME Appliances announced their 7.7 promo.

To make it easier for you, we’ve listed down the best must-have products of XTREME Appliances, wherein you can score up to 28% discount when you buy them on the upcoming Lazada and Shopee 7.7 Sale, beginning July 7.

Here are the top 6 products from XTREME Appliances you shouldn’t miss this 7.7:

WASHING MACHINE

Now that it’s been raining hard, you must consider getting a washing machine that can make your laundry a lot easier. Fortunately, XTREME Home Combo Washer & Dryer will get a 28% discount on Lazada this 7.7. So, add to the cart now!

ANDROID TV

Of course, the rainy season gives us the best chillin’ experience when binge-watching. With XTREME Android TV, users can experience an upgraded home cinematic experience.

In this Lazada 7.7 Sale, you can score the 55-inch XTREME Android TV at a discounted price. From the SRP of Php35,995, you can avail of this amazing product for the price of the only Php30,665!

GAS RANGE

Keep the warmth within the family with XTREME Home Gas Ranges that can perfectly fit your lifestyle at home. Good news! It will be available at Shopee 7.7 Sale with up to 28% discount.

WATER DISPENSER

Want to master the art of having an instant cup of hot tea? A water dispenser is the key!

Get the XTREME X-Series Bottom Load Water Dispenser (XWD201WX) this Lazada 7.7. Sale at a discounted price, where you can save Php2,240.

MICROWAVE OVEN

Bring comfort to your loved ones with a microwave oven that can provide much-needed warmth. With XTREME Home Microwave Ovens, you can heat your favorite food and snack, while enjoying the cold breeze of the rainy season.

Interested? You can receive up to 14% discounts on XTREME Home Microwave Ovens this Shopee 7.7 Sale!

MULTI-COOKER

The rainy season isn’t complete without the best Filipino comfort food, like a creamy soup. With XTREME Home Multi-Cooker, you can now cook some great meals in a very short time.

This doesn’t have to be expensive. At Shopee 7.7 Sale, you can score a 14% discount on XTREME Home Multicookers.

So, are you getting one?

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

realme launches the Watch 2 and Watch 2 Pro in the Philippines

Jam Ancheta
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realme launches the Watch 2 and Watch 2 Pro in the Philippines

realme has launched their newest wearable devices in town — the realme Watch 2 and the Watch 2 Pro. Both devices will bring something new to the table as they have a lot of new features compared to the previous generation.

realme Watch 2

The realme Watch 2 is the more affordable variant among the two. It might be affordable but it still comes with some of the features that you need on a smartwatch. It has a Blood Oxygen monitor, heart rate monitor, and also sleep monitor.

The watch also comes with a 1.4″ display and supports live watch faces. The realme Watch 2 also promises a 12-day battery life along with IP68 water resistance.

realme Watch 2 Pro

realme Watch 2 Pro features a larger 1.75″ display which gives you more information on the display and it also comes with a GPS inside for your workouts. Speaking of workouts, the realme Watch 2 Pro also comes with 90 workout modes and there’s the IP68 water resistance for your needs.

For your AIoT devices, you can also control your other AIoT devices using the realme Watch 2 Pro as it comes with realme link built-in inside. Of course, it has the other sensors and monitors that we need including sleep tracking, blood oxygen monitoring, and even heart rate sensor. Those monitoring are essential for apps like breathing, workouts, and more.

The realme Watch 2 and the Watch 2 Pro has an SRP of Php2,990 and Php4,490 but you can get these wearable devices at a Php1,000 discount with their limited time offer tomorrow at Lazada and Shopee in where you can get these items for Php1,990 and Php3,490 respectively.

You can get these smartwatches here:

Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2 Quick Review

Jam Ancheta
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Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2 Quick Review

Recently, Lenovo has unveiled the Legion Phone Duel 2 for the Philippine market and it’s the latest gaming smartphone to arrive in the country. So what can we expect from this device? Check out our hands-on of the smartphone below.

For our hands-on, we got the black Legion Duel Phone 2 which is a prototype which is why we cannot benchmark this device.

The Legion Duel Phone 2 comes with a design that is close to the original one as the smartphone is mainly designed to be used in landscape mode but unlike before, we now have more features and things to forward to.

First, you’ll notice that the smartphone is thick which is why using a case on this one would make the smartphone uncomfortable to hold. At the back, we can also see the Legion logo of the smartphone but it’s not just that because it also comes with RGB lights.

Another unique feature of the smartphone is that it comes with a fan at the back which is probably the reason why the middle part of the back of the smartphone is thicker than I expected but it also adds to the grip of the smartphone.

There are shoulder buttons too and unlike the previous generation, we now have an L2 and R2 button on the smartphone which gives us more options and it’s very useful for emulators as previous consoles feature quad shoulder buttons on their controllers.

As for the ports, this one still supports 90W Charging and we still have here a USB-C port below and also on the side which means that we can charge the smartphone with two USB-C cables. Unfortunately, 3.5mm audio jack is still missing on this one so we have to rely on the USB-C port for your wired earphones.

For the display, we got here a large 6.92-inch AMOLED display and it comes with 120Hz refresh rate and 720Hz touch sampling rate with HDR10+. The display is very responsive and it’s really bright. The colors are just good and it’s really responsive when playing games. For my hands, the 6.92-inch is big enough for different games whether that’s PUBG, Wild Rift, or Genshin Impact.

At the back, there’s the camera of the smartphone and it comes with a 64MP main camera and a 16MP ultrawide camera. Just like the original one, the Legion Duel Phone 2 comes with a pop-up 44MP camera. Well, the quality isn’t the best one in the market and you can find some shots a little soft especially at low light on both the rear and front cameras of the smartphone. But again, this is just an engineering unit of the smartphone.

But of course, the smartphone comes with a feature in where you can stream directly from your smartphone and it has improved even further as you can remove the background even without a green screen or you can use emojis as your character.

There’s the rampage mode in where it boosts the CPU and GPU of the smartphone which helps in improving the resources and performance even more. Speaking of CPU, the smartphone comes with a Snapdragon 888 CPU and it goves up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.

Unfortunately, we’re using an engineering unit of the smartphone so we cannot benchmark it but it does come with a 5500mAh battery and you can fully charge the smartphone in just minutes.

Overall, the Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2 got almost everything that we need on a gaming smartphone. We got a powerful hardware inside, a built-in fan which cools down the smartphone and of course, the trigger buttons. It might not have a headphone jack but it’s powerful enough for mobile gamers.

The Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2 starts at a price of Php39,995 for the 12GB/256GB variant and Php49,995 for the 16GB/512GB variant.

TECNO taps Chris Evans as their global brand ambassador

Ciara Alarcon
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TECNO taps Chris Evans as their global brand ambassador

TECNO recently named Chris Evans as their global brand ambassador, as he embodies many of the brand’s philosophies of inspiring people to never stop pursuing excellence.

When interviewed about his partnership with TECNO, Evans shared that he is happy to work with the company, and it is inspiring to work with a great brand that encourages people to explore more possibilities.

“I am happy to partner with TECNO, an innovative smartphone brand that provides consumers in emerging markets with the newest smartphone technology. Whether it’s a phone call with someone you love or an image you capture to keep as a meaningful memory, smartphone technology is at the center of it all. It is really inspiring to work with such a great brand that stops at nothing to encourage people in those markets to explore more possibilities,” Evans said.

Meanwhile, TECNO explained that they chose Evans because he embodies the brand’s motto ‘young at heart’ and the pursuit of excellence.

“TECNO is committed to giving the masses access to the latest technology, allowing the consumers to reach beyond their current limitations and uncover a world of possibilities. Chris Evans embodies TECNO’s brand motto ‘young at heart and the pursuit of excellence. This partnership with him enhances TECNO’s continuous global footprint and helps to highlight the brand’s upgraded product design, which is increasingly fashionable, energetic, and constantly pioneering. I firmly believe the association will bring us an opportunity to grow within our existing customer base and enable us to go further on the brand globalization,” Stephen Ha, General Manager of TECNO Mobile, addressed.

Evans is best known for his role as Captain America in the Marvel Universe series of films. He has been introduced as TECNO’s brand ambassador since the official launch of the new TECNO CAMON 17 smartphone series.

For TECNO, this marks a new milestone for their brand.

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