Setting itself apart by sporting a Snapdragon 800 processor (instead of the MediaTek chips that Lenovo usually employs in its devices), the Lenovo Vibe Z is an upcoming smartphone with dual-SIM functionality and runs a custom Android-based ROM.
Posted inTech News, Telecoms
Globe, Smart, and Sun Offer Free Local and International SMS to People Affected By Yolanda
Via a joint press statement today, Smart, Sun, and Globe have offered 25 free SMS per day for five days. Those can be used for local text messages across all networks. In addition to that, here is also an allocation for international SMS.
Posted inSmartphones, Tech News
Report: Apple mulling over curved displays, new sensors for future iPhone designs
Someone with inside information about Apple’s future plans is claiming the company is experimenting with curved displays and improved sensors as part of new iPhone designs.
Posted inApps/Games/Softwares, Tech News, Windows Phone
Vine Now Available on Windows Phone!
Who would’ve thought that six-second clips would actually catch on? Twitter, apparently. Since its inception and eventual acquisition by Twitter, it’s become one of the most successful video-sharing apps.
Posted inApps/Games/Softwares, Spotlight
App Spotlight: A BitStrip a Day Keeps Boredom Away
Lately, you may have been noticing a lot of one-panel comic strips in your Facebook News Feed, apparently starring your contacts. When I first saw one, I didn’t give it much thought, thinking it’s one of those emerging memes.
Posted inApps/Games/Softwares, iOS
Enjoy Android’s PhotoSphere feature on the iPhone thru the Bubbli app
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.