The camera features in iOS devices are undeniably great, but sadly far from being complete. For instance, no ability to shoot a la Android’s PhotoSphere panorama mode can be found. Luckily, there’s a dedicated iOS app for that—Bubbli.
Posted inDeal Alert, Tech News
Widget City, Red Cross launch fundraising program for Yolanda victims
In the face of adversity that is Yolanda, retailer Widget City has teamed up with the Philippine Red Cross to launch its Buy for A Cause initiative. For every sold unit of either Nokia Lumia 920 or Lumia 620, a portion of the earnings will be given as donation.
Posted inApps/Games/Softwares, Tech News
Typhoon aftermath: Viber lets users call non-subscribers abroad for free
Yet another company is extending its goodwill to the Philippines. In light of the recent devastation brought upon by Yolanda, Filipino users on Viber can now call non-subscribers abroad through their regular numbers.
Posted inInternet
Find or provide info about Yolanda victims thru Google Person Finder
If you’ve been following the news, a lot of people have lost contact with their loved ones who were ravaged by Super Typhoon Yolanda. If you have information on missing persons, you can help your fellow countrymen through the Google Person Finder.
Posted inDeal Alert, Smartphones
Cherry Mobile Flare 2X goes on sale for Php3,999 on Nov 15 to 17
For three days only, the Cherry Mobile Flare 2X will be sold for just Php3,999 (a Php500 reduction from its normal price) beginning November 15.
Posted iniOS, Smartphones
iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C prices in the Philippines
Are you excited to buy a new iPhone but haven’t decided on where to buy one? We’ve compiled for you the iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C prices from a number of retailers in the Philippines.
Posted inDeal Alert, Promos
GCash American Express and My-Shoppingbox’s Black Friday 2013 Shipping Promo
Only a few weeks are left before the Black Friday, which marks the beginning of the US shopping season. Already, online retail stores are offering discounts and promotional sales. Consumers in the Philippines can take advantage of these deals and even enjoy delivery fee refunds with Globe’s GCash shipping promo.
Posted inSmartphones, Videos
Nexus 5 Drop Test Video
Many phone manufacturers will have you believe that their products are durable. Results in drop tests, however, beg to differ. If you’re one with a craving for Google and LG’s latest pure Android smartphone offering, you might want to check out this Nexus 5 drop test video.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
Starmobile Diamond D1 Phablet Features Dual BSI Cameras and Impressive Battery Life
Starmobile recently announced their newest addition to the Diamond series, the Diamond D1. The Diamond D1 is a phablet with a 5 inch screen, 1.2GHz quad core processor, and dual autofocus BSI cameras (12mp rear, 8mp front).
Posted inPromos, Telecoms
Apple iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C SMART Postpaid Plans
With the official launch of the iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C in the Philippines, Smart Communications has released their post-plans for the new iPhones. As expected, they’re available in all the types of Smart’s post-paid plans.
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Globe iPhone Forever Postpaid Plans
Do you love the iPhone and its ecosystem? Are you the type who can’t resist upgrading every year and is burdened by it? Have you been praying that telcos would help you in your quest to have an always-updated iPhone? Then fret not, Globe has heard your prayers!
Posted inAndroid, How to's
How to disable Android apps
Disabling apps that were preinstalled by the manufacturer or cellular carrier used to be a feat only available to tech-savvy users who are willing to root their mobile device. Fortunately for the average Juan, the later versions of Android have the innate ability to disable, if not totally remove, any unwanted apps.
Posted inInternet, Tech News
Emerging WebRTC standard allows real-time video chat without installing browser plugins
If everything goes well, the online community will soon be able to place video calls, chat, and share files through a peer-to-peer connection without having to download a browser plugin. Making this happen is a project known as WebRTC.
Posted inComputers, Tech News
Tim Cannon is the first DIY cyborg
Some people are willing to go to great lengths to claim a world title. Meet Tim Cannon, the first human to become a do-it-yourself cyborg.
Posted inEditorial, Spotlight
#TechTBT Nokia N86: The First Nokia 8MP Shooter
As the decade of the new millennium comes to an end, so does telephone keypad phones. The dawn of touchscreen phones was approaching as Apple and Android was slowly but surely taking over. On 2009, feature phones were mostly touchscreen and Nokia’s releases are hardly seen on top.