It has retro graphics and will sure annoy the crap out of you, but the game Flappy Bird is what’s trending and hot in the mobile space since last month. Grab this free iOS/Android game and check out what the hype is all about.
Posted inApps/Games/Softwares, Tech News
Facebook’s Paper app to launch tomorrow
Starting tomorrow, iPhone users in the US will be able to use Facebook’s latest app: Paper. It’s the new way to discover new content and stories from friends all around the globe.
Posted inSmartphones, Tech News
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Neo 3G, Neo LTE+ are official
The lite version of Samsung’s phablet flagship has been officially announced. To be more specific, two variants have been outed by Samsung Poland—the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Neo 3G and the Neo LTE+.
Posted inTech News, Telecoms
Globe explains its Fair Use Policy via infographic
When Globe carried out its revised Fair Use Policy with 1GB-a-day data cap, the company sure did annoy many of its customers. The company thinks the resentment is unfounded, though, and has released an infographic to iron out any confusion about the policy.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
Starmobile Engage 9i unveiled
It didn’t take long for another locally branded slate to debut with an Intel processor inside. The Starmobile Engage 9i is an 8.9-inch tablet with dual core Intel Atom Z2580 processor and Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. It will cost Php9,990.
Posted inDeal Alert, Telecoms
Smart “All Must Go” Gadget Sale
If you’re looking for a great deal this Chinese New Year, Smart is having an “All Must Go” Gadget Sale until February 2, 2014. New smartphones, laptops, and tablets? You name it; Smart has them all at affordable prepaid and postpaid prices.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
Lenovo Suprises Everyone by Buying Motorola [Update: Confirmed!]
In a surprise move, it seems that Lenovo is nearing a deal to acquire Motorola from Google. For how much? How about a cool total of $2.91 billion? The deal will consist of $660 million in cash, $750 million in Lenovo shares, and a promissory note amounting to $1.5 billion. Lenovo will also receive licenses […]
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
The Cloudfone CloudPad 800w Could be First Local Tablet to Market with Intel Processor
While there are a lot of choices when it comes to iPad Mini-esque 8 inch tablets from local brands, the recently revealed Cloudfone CloudPad 800w certainly does a lot to separate itself from the pack.
Posted inTech News, Telecoms
Grab a free Asus Transformer Book T100 with Smart Bro Gadget Plus Plan 1299
One of the more practical choices for a basic Windows 8.1 tablet is now available as part of a postpaid plan. The Asus Transformer Book T100 can be had when you apply for a Smart Bro Gadget Plus Plan 1299.
Posted inSmartphones, Tech News
Smartphone usage at night causes ‘hangover’
It’s not just alcohol and the nightlife that are causing people to lose concentration on work and become soulless zombies the next day. A phenomenon called smartphone “hangover” apparently also exists, according to a study.
Posted inPromos, Telecoms
Promo: Samsung Galaxy Data SIM offers 600MB free Internet access for new device owners
For a limited time only, Globe and Samsung Philippines are giving away a free Galaxy Data SIM card for every purchase of any Samsung smartphone or tablet with Internet/mobile data connectivity.
Posted inSmartphones, Tech News
Starmobile Diamond X1 is now available for Php13,990
After several teasers since last month, the Starmobile Diamond X1 is finally available for purchase nationwide. The price for this octa-core smartphone, you ask? The Happy Man company puts it at Php13,990.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
Pricing for the Cherry Mobile Titan Pro Gets Leaked!
The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 is undeniably the kind of phablets, one-upping its competitors by combining a large, high resolution screen with stylus-enabled input and creativity features. Of course, this combination also means it’s hella expensive. I don’t know about you, but I don’t have Php37k lying around that I can just throw at it.
Posted inTech News, Telecoms
Globe’s Fair Use Policy limits 3G/4G speeds to 1GB/day or 3GB/month
It looks like Globe has revised its Fair Use Policy and imposed a stricter limit on mobile data consumption. Subscribers of Globe Internet promos and plans are now subject to 1GB-a-day limit (or 3GB-a-month, whichever comes first). Exceeding bandwidth is then put through 2G speeds.
Posted inScience, Tech News
Mars rover Opportunity is a decade old, continues to impress
What was expected to last only three months of operation is quite alive and still making great contributions in man’s exploration on the Red Planet. Since its landing on January 2004, the rover Opportunity has traveled 38.7 kilometers on Mars and sent back 170,000 images in the process.