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Me Mobile Venom 7: 7-inch Quad-Core 3G tablet for P2999!

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Me Mobile Venom 7: 7-inch Quad-Core 3G tablet for P2999!

Me Mobile is having their Christmas sale and they’re offering a Quad-core tablet right now and it boasts a very affordable price. The Me Mobile Venom 7 is a 3G series of tablets and it packs a Qualcomm 1.2 GHz Quad-core processor, 7-inch display,  & 4GB of Internal storage expandable up to 32GB. This is very interesting because this tablet supports 3G connectivity but it still sports a price below P4,000.

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Me Mobile Venom 7 3G Specs

  • Qualcomm MSM8225Q Quad-Core 1.2 GHz Procssor
  • 7-inch 1024×600 display
  • 1GB RAM
  • 4GB storage expandable up to 32GB
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth
  • 3G
  • Single sim card slot
  • Dual Camera
  • 2800mAh battery
  • Android Jelly Bean 

Me Mobile Venom 7 is currently priced at P2,999 until supplies last. Despite having that price tag, Me Mobile Mobile Venom 7 still supports 3G and Bluetooth. This tablet is probably one of the best at its price range. Actually, I don’t know any other Quad-Core tablet with 3G at this price. If you are interested, it is available at PC Corner Manila, PC Corner San Lazaro & PC Corner Megamall. There will also be a limited number of units available at the SM North Edsa MSI Concept Store. This tablet is covered by 6 months warranty and 1 week product replacement so you don’t have to worry that much.

If you’re interested with their products, you can visit their Facebook page here.

LG L40 Dual Review

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LG L40 Dual Review

LG L40 front

I love the LG G2 and the G3. They’re pretty amazing devices and without a doubt, the LG G3 is one of the best smartphones this year. But how about the entry level smartphones of LG? Is it that good? In this review, we will talk about their entry-level smartphone, the LG L40 Dual.

Construction

LG L40 logo

Compared to most smartphones these days, the LG L40 Dual is pretty small but that’s reasonable considering the phone is an entry-level Android smartphone. Actually, I find this smartphone very cute because of its size and curvature. At the front, you’ll see the four capacitive buttons. At the back, there’s the textured back along with embossed logo of LG.

LG L40 parts

There’s a 4GB of Internal storage but you can only used less than half of it so I really recommend you guys to use a MicroSD card on this one. Unfortunately, USB OTG isn’t supported on the LG L40 Dual. One cool feature of the LG L40 Dual is the easy switching of sim cards by just pressing one button. It is much easier to switch which sim cards to use when you’ll call or text someone.

LG L40 buttons

The LG L40 Dual supports 3G and you could choose which network you would use for data connection. The audio quality of this device is quite good for its size. LG never really failed me when it comes to audio quality of smartphones.

Display

LG L40 front

LG L40 Dual has a 3.5” HVGA display. That’s the same screen size and resolution of the iPhone 3GS so don’t expect an enjoyable gaming experience on this smartphone. Despite being an entry-level smartphone, the display is protected by Gorilla Glass 2. The biggest feature of LG smartphones is KnockOn and thankfully, this smartphone not only supports KnockOn but it also supports KnockCode. The display is very bright and it was quite good for its price and specification. Multi-touch points? The LG L40 Dual supports up to 5 multi-touch points.

Software and Performance
If you’ve used an LG G2 before, you’ll be familiar with its UI because most of its design and experienced was borrowed from the LG G2 and not the flat design of LG G3. And yes, this smartphone is powered by Android 4.4.2. However, there are some features that aren’t available on this one like customizing the transitions but the LG L40 Dual is still very customizable and yet, the experience was smooth and responsive.

LG L40 gaming

This smartphone is powered by 1.2 GHz Dual-Core Snapdragon 200 processor with 512MB of RAM. If you’re playing light and casual mobile games, you won’t have problems playing it on this device however, if you’re planning on using this device for playing heavy 3D games, you can’t probably run those games. I tried Dead Trigger 2 on this one and it was playable however, other games like Edge of Tomorrow won’t run on this device. The Antutu 5 score that I got on this device is 14400.

LG L40 antutu

Camera
Again, this is an entry-level android smartphone so don’t set your expectations that high. There’s a 3.2 megapixel camera on this one and there’s no LED flash so don’t expect that you could do selfies at night. The LG L40 Dual could do WVGA video recording. Overall, don’t expect too much from its camera.

Verdict

LG L40 front 1

LG L40 Dual is LG’s entry-level smartphone. The UI is very easy to use and understand plus there’s KnockOn and KnockCode which are LG’s biggest features on their smartphone. However, you might not like its small display and its dual-core processor but hey, despite having that hardware the LG L40 Dual is still fun to use.

Cherry Mobile Infinix Pure XL Unboxing and Hands-on

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Cherry Mobile Infinix Pure XL Unboxing and Hands-on

CM Infinix Pure XL

Cherry Mobile has just launched their newest smartphone at this year’s dealer’s night and we were one of the few to have the Cherry Mobile Infinix Pure XL. This phablet packs a 5.5-inch display, 1.4GHz Octa-Core processor, and 1GB of RAM. Basically, it is categorised as a mid-range smartphone. The price isn’t bad at P6,999. Want to know more about it? Check out my unboxing and hands-on below!

Cherry Mobile Infinix Pure XL Specs

  • 5.5-inch HD IPS DIsplay
  • 1.4 GHz MediaTek MT6592 Octa-Core processor
  • 1GB RAM
  • 8GB Internal Storage with MicroSD card slot
  • 13-Megapixel Rear Camera w/ LED Flash
  • 2-Megapixel Front Camera
  • WiFi
  • Bluetooth
  • AGPS
  • 2600mAh battery
  • Android 4.4 Kitkat 

Cherry Mobile Infinix Pure XL has an SRP of P6,999

 

LG G3 Beat, G3 Stylus, & G Watch R officially launched!

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LG G3 Beat, G3 Stylus, & G Watch R officially launched!

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LG Philippines has officially launched their newest smartphones that will be part of the G3 family in the Philippines. The LG G3 has gathered mostly positive reviews and I’m one of those people who are amazed with the LG G3 and now, LG Philippines has launched the LG G3 Beat and the LG G3 Stylus. These smartphones might be using the G3 moniker but the specifications is different from the flagship but don’t worry guys because the LG G3 Beat and the LG G3 Stylus would sport the same design of the LG G3.

LG G3 Beat


LG G3 Beat Specifications

  • 5.0-inch HD IPS display
  • 1.2 GHz Quad-Core processor
  • 1GB RAM
  • 8GB Internal storage
  • 8-Megapixel Rear Camera with Laser Auto Focus
  • 1.3-Megapixel Front Camera
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi
  • AGPS
  • Dual SIM
  • 2540mAh removable battery
  • Android 4.4.2 Kitkat
  • Metallic Black, Silk White, & Shine Gold

 

LG G3 Stylus

 

LG G3 Stylus Specifications

  • 5.5-inch qHD IPS display
  • 1.3 GHz Quad-Core processor
  • 1GB RAM
  • 8GB Internal storage
  • 13-Megapixel Rear Camera
  • 1.3-Megapixel Front Camera
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi
  • AGPS
  • Dual SIM
  • Stylus Pen
  • 3000mAh removable battery
  • Android 4.4.2 Kitkat
  • Black, White and Gold


Another LG device that was launched that time was the LG G Watch R. It’s an Android wear device with a circular display. If you don’t have an idea what an Android wear is. Well, Android Wear is an operating system specifically made for smartwatches to pair with your Android smartphone. Smartwatches also gives you notifications and acts as a second screen for your smartphones. Of all the smartwatches that I’ve seen, I think the LG G Watch R is the most gorgeous of them all. There are only two Android wear devices that sports a round watchface and I think, LG G Watch R looks better.

LG G watch R

 

LG G Watch R Specifications

  • 1.3-inch P-OLED Display (320×320)
  • 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor
  • 4GB Storage
  • 512MB RAM
  • 9-Axis (Gyro/Accelerometer/Compass/)
  • Barometer
  • PPG (Heart rate monitor)
  • Dust and water resistant (IP67)
  • Black
  • Android Wear
 
 
 
All of these devices are available nationwide. The LG G3 Stylus, LG G3 Beat, & LG G Watch R have an SRP of PhP16,990, PhP13,990, & PhP13,990 respectively.

Where to get cheaper unlocked iPhones?

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Where to get cheaper unlocked iPhones?

If you’re looking a brand new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, you’re probably looking for these smartphones at telcos but if you’re looking for unlocked iPhones, you should probablyn not look at Apple reseller stores because you could get a cheaper deal at selected non Apple reseller stores because the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus at these stores are cheaper by PhP500 if you bought it at cash. You don’t have to worry about the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus at these stores because these iPhones comes with Apple warranty. If you’re planning on getting one at brick and mortar stores, get the new iPhones at:

  • Abenson
  • Electroworld
  • Avant
  • Automatic Appliance
  • Robinson Appliance
  • Aerophone
  • Fone style Phone accessories
  • Memo Express
  • Fonerange
  • Guanzon
  • BSD international Inc.
  • Ambassador Appliance
  • iBook by inbox
  • Fortress
  • Futureworld
  • Sync
  • Techsavy
  • Gadget@xtreme
  • Intogadgets
  • 8Telcom / Gadgets unlimited
I know, it’s only a little but hey! it’s still nice to have a P500 discount for an iPhone!

Blackberry Passport officially launched in the Philippines!

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Blackberry Passport officially launched in the Philippines!

Blackberry Passport 1

Yes! Blackberry is still here and last week, Blackberry has launched their newest smartphone that packs a QWERTY keyboard and has an odd dimensions. From the name itself, Blackberry Passport has the same size of the normal passport making it unwieldy in one hand. However, typing in the phone is much easier thanks to the hardware keys and awesome text prediction. This smartphone is powered by Blackberry 10.3 OS and you don’t have to worry about its operating system because it supports Android applications.

Blackberry Passport 2


Blackberry Passport Specs
  • 4.5-inch IPS display 1440 x 1440 with Gorilla Glass 3
  • 2.26GHz Quad-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor
  • 3GB RAM
  • 32GB Internal Storage expandable up to 128GB
  • 13-Megapixel Rear Camera w/ OIS
  • 2-Megapixel Front Camera
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth
  • NFC
  • 3450mAh Battery
  • Blackberry 10.3 OS

Blackberry Passport

Blackberry wants to focus on security and enterprise on the Blackberry Passport. I guess they’re really aiming for the people who are into enterprise and businesses. I mean, if you’re really into business, emails, & messaging, I guess the Blackberry Passport would really be a good smartphone for you. Blackberry Passport’s price is a little bit steep at PhP35,790. But if you want, you could opt for the Blackberry Passport at Widget City for P32,000.

Soundfreaq Wireless speakers launched in the Philippines

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Soundfreaq Wireless speakers launched in the Philippines

Soundfreaq is one of the most popular names when it comes to wireless speakers and recently, they’ve introduced their new models of wireless speakers in the Philippines. Soundfreaq has launched Sound Rise, Pocket Kick, Sound Spot, and Double Spot. I’ve seen all their speakers and they’re really gorgeous and damn, they really look stylish and awesome.

Sound Rise

Sound Rise 4450
Sound rise is the most affordable of the wireless speakers that was launch at Beyond The Box last week. This is wireless speaker that also acts as an alarm clock. Soundfreaq Sound Rise is an awesome bluetooth bedroom speaker. It is small and the design just fits for a bedroom. This speaker is ideal whenever you’re just chilling in your room or you’re watching a movie on your tablet or laptop.

There’s a USB power port if you want to charge your phone on the wireless speaker and there’s a 3.5mm audio input if your device doesn’t have bluetooth. Oh and you don’t have to plug in this speaker all the time because it has a battery inside ;). Soundfreaq Sound Rise has an SRP of PhP4,450.

Pocket Kick

Soundfreaq Pocket Kick
Pocket Kick is Soundfreaq’s portable speaker and it has a built-in rechargeable battery which makes the speaker a perfect travel companion. The size of the Pocket Kick is almost the same size of a phone which makes it very very portable. There’s a speakerphone with built in mic in this speaker too so you can answer calls from the speaker. The SRP of the Pocket kick is PhP4,550.

Sound Spot
Soundfreaq Sound Spot
Out of those Soundfreaq speakers that I’ve seen, I think this has the classiest design. Just like the others, this one have a built-in battery and bluetooth but unlike the Pocket Kick and Sound Rise, the Sound Spot has a line-out audio so you can connect other speakers to the Sound Spot to play together. Sound Spot has an SRP of PhP3,950.

Double Spot

Soundfreaq double spot
And lastly, there’s the Double Spot. If you want the best Soundfreaq experience, you would probably get the Soundfreaq Double Spot. This speaker would probably best if you’ll put it in the living room to enjoy two 5W stereo drivers. There’s Bluetooth 4.0 too and you can also charge your smartphone on the speaker. This is the best speaker Soundfreaq has to offer. The SRP is PhP7,950.

All of them sports a classy design and the prices of these wireless speakers aren’t that bad. If you’re looking for these speakers, you could now get it at these authorized resellers: Astroplus, Astrovision, Beyond the Box, BZB Gadget Hive, Digital Arena, Digital Hub, Digital Walker, District 32, E-Central, iCenter, iStore, iStudio, JMB Albay Gadgets, Liteware, Mobile 1, PowerHub, Switch, Technoholics, TechSavvy and The A. Shop.

PLDT Tech Island is an annual event for SMEs

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PLDT Tech Island is an annual event for SMEs

Last November 17, PLDT invited us for their biggest event of the year for SMEs, the PLDT Tech Island at Pico De Loro, Nasugbu, Batangas. Different SMEs and startups were invited in the event and they immerse them in inspiring talks, fun activities and breakout sessions.

The event is focused on SMEs or small medium enterprise. Those inspirational talks by Mr. Paul Pajo and Mr. Gary Whitehill were really helpful to those who are planning to start a business or already running their startup. Mr. Whitehill talk about goals in businesses. We were also asked to write down our goals and of course, to make it happen. While Mr. Paul Pajo taught us how to know expand our networks and to know more other people and create connections.

There were 3 breakout sessions with specific topics and I attended the creative collaboration session. We were shown how Office 365 would help businesses and they offered us some tips how we can be more productive with our startups. The breakout sessions were really interesting and many people were amazed with the features of Office 365 including the flawless video chat and office collaboration.

After the breakout session, we headed to the beach and there were unlimited food and drinks. There were a lot of devices that were raffled off in the event too! If you’re interested in joining the PLDT Tech Island for SMEs, Don’t worry! PLDT Tech Island event is an annual event. You can check out the event photos at http://www.pldtsme-nation.com.ph/techisland/ and if you’re interested, I highly recommend you guys to join their mailing list and visit their Facebook page & Twitter.

Samsung Galaxy Note Edge is coming to Widget City for PhP44,990

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Samsung Galaxy Note Edge is coming to Widget City for PhP44,990

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Samsung Galaxy Note Edge is coming to the Philippines thanks to our friends at Widget City! Samsung Galaxy Note Edge was announced last September along with the Samsung Galaxy Note 4. This device is very similar to the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 but this one has a curve display at one of its sides. That curve display can be use to display notifications, shortcuts and display anything from 3rd party apps. If you’re interested, you can now order the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge at Widget City for PhP44,990. Check them out here.

LG G3 Android 5.0 Lollipop update coming soon!

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LG G3 Android 5.0 Lollipop update coming soon!

LG G3 is one of my favorite phones this year. Actually, I was pretty impressed with the LG G3 when I reviewed the device last month. It is the first smartphone to sport a laser auto-focus and now, they’re the first non-nexus device to upgrade to Android 5.0 Lollipop. The new Android sports a material design, and many eye candies. One of things that I like in Android 5.0 Lollipop is the improved notifications on the lock screen. The Android 5.0 Lollipop update for the LG G3 will make its way in the Philippines on early December.

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