HONOR has launched its latest smartphone for the Philippine market, the HONOR X7b. The new device packs a large 6000mAh battery that HONOR claims can last up to 3 days on a single charge.
The HONOR X7b’s battery life is its major selling point, with the company boasting up to 18 hours of video streaming, 24 hours of social media browsing, or 69 hours of music playback from a full charge. Nice!
In addition to its long-lasting battery, the X7b features a 108MP main camera sensor with 9-in-1 pixel binning for improved low-light photography. It has a large 1/1.67-inch sensor size and supports up to 2x zoom in Portrait mode.
The smartphone sports a 6.8-inch FHD+ display with a 91.3% screen-to-body ratio and 16.7 million colors.
Other highlights of the HONOR X7b include 256GB of storage, which can hold over 60,000 photos or 950 HD videos, and the RAM Turbo technology that expands the 8GB RAM to an effective 16GB.
The HONOR X7b is priced at PHP 8,999 and comes with a free HONOR gift box worth PHP 1,999 for a limited time. It is available now through HONOR’s online and retail channels in the Philippines.
ASUS Philippines has recently outed the official pricing for the ROG Phone 8 series and with this brand new gaming smartphone series, the ASUS ROG Phone 8. Both the ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro features a more powerful camera with a better stabilization but the ROG Phone 8 Pro features a more hardware inside which is up to 24GB RAM and 1TB of storage.
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Series also comes with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor inside along with an up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB storage. The smartphone also features a six-axis Hybrid Gimbal Stablizer that can deliver ultra smooth videos and also better photos while for the camera, there’s the 50MP main camera along with 13MP ultra-wide angle camera and also a 32MP telephoto camera.
The smartphone also features a more minimalistic look compared to the previous ROG smartphones but make no mistake because the smartphone still supports accessories that are made for gamers such as the AeroActive Cooler X.
To know more about the smartphone, check out our video review of the smartphone below:
ASUS ROG has announced the release of its latest Zephyrus G14 and G16 gaming laptops for the Philippine market. These powerful slim laptops feature a slim aluminum chassis design and a powerful
The new Zephyrus models boast a sleek, lightweight aluminum body that is precision-machined for durability and to create more internal space. This allows for a larger, edge-to-edge keyboard and bigger speakers that are 25% larger than the previous generation for an immersive audio experience. Additionally, the laptops now come in a luxurious Platinum White colorway with a matte finish, and feature customizable RGB lighting on the lid called Slash Lighting.
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14
Under the hood, the Zephyrus G14 is equipped with up to an AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 GPU. It supports AMD’s latest AI technologies and is compatible with Windows Studio effects for productivity tools like automatic framing and background effects in video calls. The Zephyrus G16, on the other hand, can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GPU, delivering exceptional performance for gaming and creative workloads like AI-accelerated image generation.
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16
Both laptops are available with ASUS’ new ROG Nebula Display, which are the first OLED panels on an ROG gaming laptop. The G14 features a 14-inch 3K 120Hz panel, while the G16 has a 16-inch 2.5K 240Hz display. These OLED displays offer impressive contrast, color accuracy, and fast response times for smooth gaming visuals.
The 2024 Zephyrus G14 and G16 models, pricing, specs and bundled items are as follows:
The new ROG Zephyrus laptops will be available in the Philippines starting this March 2024 and include complimentary 3-month Xbox Game Pass subscriptions. Financing options through Home Credit at 0% interest for up to 12 months are also available.
ASUS Philippines has launched their newest gaming smartphone in the country, the ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro. Compared before, it features a more minimalistic design and also a more powerful processor inside.
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 features a customizable Aura RGB lighting at the back while the ROG Phone 8 Pro features an Anime Vision Mini-LED display so you can customized it base on your own style.
While under the hood of the smartphone, both the ROG Phone 8 and Phone 8 Pro comes with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor along with 8533 Mbps LPDDR5X RAM and also a UFS 4.0 storage inside. The smartphones also supports Aero Active Cooler X clip-on accessory.
For its display, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro Series comes with a 6.78-inch flexible AMOLED display with an LTPO panel with a refresh rate up to 165Hz for a seamless and smoother gaming and a brightness of up to 2500 nits.
For the camera, the ROG Phone 8 Series comes with a 50MP main camera along with a Sony IMX890 sensor. It also comes with a wide-angle lens and also a telephoto lens. For the gimbal, there’s the 6-axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilizer which delivers extremely smooth video. There’s the 13MP ultrawide camera as well along with a 32MP selfie camera.
The smartphone also has AI-enhanced features including X Sense 2.0 along with AI Grabber and more. Of course, the smartphone still features the gaming-centric features such as X mode and also Airtriggers.
ASUS ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Price in the Philippines
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro will be available in the Philippines this March 2024. It comes in the following price and variants:
ASUS ROG Phone 8 – 12GB/256GB – Php 50,995
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro – 16GB/512GB – Php60,995
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro – 24GB/1TB – Php75,995
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 and ROG Phone 8 Pro (16GB/512GB) will come with a free AeroActive Cooler X while the ROG Phone 8 Pro 24GB/1TB will come with a free ROG Cetra True Wireless
ASUS has announced the launch of two new premium laptops, the Zenbook DUO and Zenbook 14 OLED. Both devices focuses on productivity and also with a premium and innovative design for a professional setup.
ASUS Zenbook Duo
The Zenbook DUO stands out with its dual 3K OLED touchscreens with the capability of using the second display as a keyboard or as a second display. This unique design allows for enhanced multitasking and productivity, with features like app switching, preset layouts, and smartphone-like gestures enabled by the integrated ScreenXpert software. The laptop also includes a detachable ErgoSense keyboard and touchpad, as well as an integrated kickstand for added versatility.
Powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, the Zenbook DUO promises top-notch performance. It also offers various modes, including Laptop Mode, Dual Screen Mode, Desktop Mode, and Sharing Mode, catering to different usage scenarios.
ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED
On the other hand, the Zenbook 14 OLED is a sleek and lightweight laptop weighing just 1.2kg with a 14.9mm profile. It features a 14-inch 3K OLED display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, 87% screen-to-body ratio, and up to 600 nits of brightness. Equipped with Intel Core Ultra processors and Intel Arc graphics, the Zenbook 14 OLED is an Intel Evo Edition laptop designed for sophisticated productivity on the go.
They also boast Harman Kardon-certified audio systems with Dolby Atmos certification for an immersive audio experience.
ASUS has emphasized sustainability in the design and construction of these laptops, utilizing recyclable materials and renewable energy verified by international eco-labels like EPEAT Gold, Energy Star, and FSC.
ASUS Zenbook Duo and Zenbook 14 OLED Specs and Price
realme has launched its highly anticipated 12 series 5G smartphones in the Philippines. The lineup includes the realme 12 Pro+ 5G and realme 12+ 5G. And today, we now have the price and pre-order details
realme 12 Pro+ 5G
The realme 12 Pro+ 5G features a 6.7-inch display, a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor, and also a powerful 50MP main camera with 64MP telephoto lens and 8MP Ultrawide. Unlike other smartphones, the realme 12 Pro+ 5G can zoom in up to 120x zoom.
realme 12+ 5G
While the realme 12+ 5G features a similar design with a flat back and a flat edges. It runs on Dimensity 7050 chipset and the there’s the 50MP main camera on the smartpohone along with 8MP ultrawide, and 2MP macro lens.
Unlike the realme 12 Pro+ 5G, the smartphone features a flat display with a flat frame as well. This makes the smartphone a little bit unwieldy as well. It also features the latest Sony LYT-600 sensor for its camera and for the battery, the smartphone features a 5000mAh battery with support for 67W SUPERVOOC charging.
realme 12 Series 5G Price, Pre-order details, and Freebies
realme 12 Pro Plus
The realme 12 Pro+ 5G boasts an SRP of PHP 25,999 for the 12GB+512GB variant. However, during the first-selling duration from March 7 to 15, 2024, consumers can avail of an introductory price of PHP 21,999 on e-commerce platforms like Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok.
The realme 12+ 5G (8GB+256GB) variant has an SRP of PHP 17,999, but it will be available at an introductory price of PHP 14,999 during the same first-selling period on the online platforms.
Meanwhile, the realme 12+ 5G (12GB+256GB) variant is a Shopee exclusive, with an SRP of PHP 19,999 and an introductory price of PHP 16,599 during the initial selling window.
For offline purchases, realme is offering additional incentives during the first-selling duration from March 8 to 17, 2024. Customers who purchase the realme 12 Pro+ 5G will receive a complimentary TechLife 4.5L See-Through Air Fryer worth PHP 2,799, while stocks last.
Those who opt for the realme 12+ 5G will receive either a TechLife 4L Digital Rice Cooker or a TechLife Hair Dryer, valued at up to PHP 2,399, while supplies last.
Moreover, realme is offering attractive financing options for offline purchases, including up to 18 months of installment plans with 0% interest for credit card payments and up to 18 months of 0% interest installment programs through Home Credit.
Nothing, has announced the launch of its latest smartphone, the Phone (2a). Building upon the success of its previous models, the Phone (2a) aims to provide an optimal performance and also showcasing Nothing’s design and engineering expertise.
The Nothing Phone (2a) features the iconic sound patterns and Glyphs at the back with an updated design and it’s also fewer than the Nothing Phone (2). While for the hardware, the smartphone features a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro chip inside.
Rear Camera: Dual 50MP main camera + ultrawide camera
Front-facing camera: 32MP front facing camera.
5G, LTE, Dual SIM
Glyphs: Reimagined Glyph Interface with a unique trio-light configuration on the back.
Charging Speed: 45W Fast Charging
Battery: 5,000mAh battery
OS: Nothing OS 2.5 based on Android 14, with three years of software updates and four years of security updates promised.
The Nothing Phone (2a) starts at Php 18,990 for the 8GB/128GB variant and Php 20,990 for the 12GB/256GB variant. You can also pre-order the smartphone this March 10-11. You can pre-order the smartphone at NOthing retail and online partners.
It will be available this March 12 at the following:
You can also have a special opportunity to be among the first in the world to pre-order Phone (2a) at a special event. Here are the details:
Location: Digital Walker Mall of Asia, 2/F North Wing SM Mall of Asia, 2153 JW Diokno Blvd., Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City Start Time: 10:00 AM Date: Saturday, March 9th
Exclusive perks and offers will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the pre-order event.
The new M3 chip delivers impressive speeds and capabilities. With an 8-core CPU and up to a 10-core GPU, the M3 delivers a considerable performance boost over the M2 for demanding tasks however, the M2 is still a competitive chip for 2024 and it can still trump other notebooks in the market.
Battery life has also seen an improvement, with the MacBook Air M3 rated for up to 18 hours of video playback on a single charge. The laptop’s Liquid Retina display now features a brighter 500 nits of peak brightness and supports 1 billion colors for vibrant, true-to-life visuals.
Despite the improvements on the new chip, Apple hasn’t forgotten about making its previous model more accessible to the masses. The MacBook Air M2 has received a substantial Php10,000 price drop, now available for only Php 59,999 for the 256GB variant while the 512GB variant is priced at Php 71,999.
The M2 chip may not be the newest silicon, but it still packs a serious punch. It delivers pretty good performance and also a long battery life While the first M-Series notebook, The Macbook Air M1, has been discontinued.
Apple has unveiled the new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip inside. The new chip delivers faster CPU and GPU performance, improved battery life, better AI performance and support for up to two external displays.
The M3 chip is the follow up to the M2 chip. It features a leap in CPU, GPU, and Neural Engine compared to the M1 chip. This translates to improved performance for everyday tasks, creative workflows, and gaming.
The new MacBook Air also boasts a longer battery life, lasting up to 17 hours of wireless web browsing and up to 20 hours of video playback on a single charge. This makes it ideal for users who are always on the go.
The new MacBook Air comes in two sizes, 13-inch and 15-inch, and four colors: silver, space gray, starlight, and midnight. The design will still be the same and there will still be two thunderbolt ports along with Magsafe charging port.
realme Philippines has announced summer deals and discounts for its 3.3 birthday sale events on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop. The promotions will run from March 3-7 on Lazada and March 3-6 on Shopee.
The smartphone brand is highlighting up to 67% off on select devices during the sale. Flagship deals include the realme C67 with 108MP camera discounted to PHP 7,799 (PHP 2,200 off) on Lazada and PHP 7,699 (PHP 2,300 off) on Shopee.
realme’s tablets are also seeing major price cuts, with the realme Pad 4G LTE model going for PHP 6,990 (PHP 7,000 off) on Lazada and PHP 6,440 (PHP 7,559 off) on Shopee. Bluetooth earbuds like the realme Buds T300 are priced from PHP 1,104 on Lazada and PHP 1,089 on Shopee.
Lazada 3.3 Sale (March 3-7):
realme C67 (8GB+128GB): P9,999 down to P7,799 (22% off)
realme C67 (8GB+256GB): P10,999 down to P8,699 (21% off)
realme Pad (4GB+64GB) LTE: P14,990 down to P6,990 (53% off)
realme Buds T300: P1,599 down to P1,104 (31% off)
Shopee 3.3 Sale (March 3-6):
realme C67 (8GB+128GB): P9,999 down to P7,699 (23% off)
realme C67 (8GB+256GB): P10,999 down to P8,699 (21% off)
realme Pad (4GB+64GB) LTE: P13,999 down to P6,440 (54% off)
