Smart offers Samsung Galaxy Note 8 starting at P2,499 a month

Be among the first to own the ultimate multitasking device by pre-ordering now until September 17

                                                             

[8 September 2017] Gear up for a bigger and faster mobile experience as Smart has unveiled its postpaid plans for the much anticipated Samsung Galaxy Note8, and launched its pre-order page for the Korean tech giant’s latest flagship device.

Smart offers Galaxy Note8 starting at P2,499 per month for 30 months with a one-time cash-out of P1,000. This plan comes with monthly inclusions of 10GB data, unlimited texts to all networks, 50 minutes of calls to all networks, and access to top chat apps including Messenger, Viber, and Whatsapp – all for a much bigger and more meaningful smartphone experience.

To enhance your mobile experience, Smart also offers Galaxy Note8 under Smart Infinity's premium postpaid plans with signature lifestyle privileges and perks to be unveiled at smart.com.ph/infinity.

Vivo Reveals Secret To Perfect Selfies With V5 Smartphone

Vivo Product and Training Manager Mark Cuevas
introduces the Vivo V5 by defining the “Perfect Selfie”

MANILA, Philippines – Vivo, the top 5 global smartphone manufacturer, today revealed its secret to perfect selfies with the launch of the Vivo V5 smartphone. The Vivo V5 smartphone boasts Perfect Selfie capabilities with its high-quality front-facing camera, fast performance, and upgraded features that ensure great experiences for its users. 

“The V5 embodies Vivo’s relentless pursuit of innovation, with technologies and functions that our consumers look for in their device. With the V5 and its industry-leading features, we continue to push the boundaries of a premium mid-range smartphone as we highlight Vivo’s high standards in smartphone design and feature,” said Vivo Philippines Vice President Hazel Bascon. 

Premium mid-range elegance 

The Vivo V5 sports an all-metal unibody shell back case that comes in champagne gold and rose gold colors. Up front, it features a 5.5-inch 1280x720 HD display clad in 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass for protection, giving the V5 an ideal premium feel in the hand. Performance wise, the Vivo V5 is equipped with a MediaTek MT6750 octa-core processor running at 1.5GHz and paired with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage expandable via micro SD up to 128GB. 

The V5 also features a front-facing fast fingerprint scanner capable of unlocking the smartphone in as fast as 0.2 seconds. It also features fast-charging technology to quickly top-up its 3,000mAh built-in battery. 

Redefining the perfect selfie 

The Vivo V5 features an innovation that is set to be the benchmark of future smartphones. It is equipped with a 20-megapixel Moonlight front-facing camera featuring a 1/2.78” Sony IMX376 camera sensor coupled with a 5P lens system and an aperture of f/2.0. It also comes with a front-facing soft-light flash that helps illuminate its subjects whenever they take a selfie, ensuring that its users can capture perfect selfies anytime and anywhere. 

Meanwhile, its rear camera boasts a 13-megapixel sensor that features phase-detect autofocus that will help users snap photos as they happen. 

Value-added benefits 

Vivo’s V5 smartphone is also equipped with a 32-bit AK4376 digital to analog converter Hi-Fi chip, as well as a new iteration of its proprietary operating system, Funtouch OS 2.6, now based on Android’s 6.0.1 Marshmallow operating system. Scan QR Code to download soft copy of press release and event photos 

Among its new features is an improved version of Vivo’s take on multitasking, Smart Split 2.0, which allows users to view two apps side-by-side. Another feature is the Eye Protection Mode, which filters blue light from the screen to protect its users’ eyesights. 

“With the launch of the Vivo V5, Vivo again sets the benchmark of a premium midrange smartphone with perfect selfie features that one would normally only see in flagship offers. Filipinos will once again have a capable and compelling smartphone choice, and one that can fulfill a wide range of roles in their everyday lives,” added Bascon. 

A Plus for the family 

Vivo also revealed an upcoming device that is set to supplement the Vivo V5. The Vivo V5 Plus will feature a similar form factor as the V5 smartphone at 5.5 inches, but will feature a 1920x1080 display and 20-megapixel dual front-facing cameras that are set to enhance the perfect selfie experience of its users. 

Vivo also announced Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry as part of the Vivo family. The two-time NBA MVP and Golden State Warriors point guard will serve as the new face of the Vivo V5, highlighting its perfect selfie capabilities alongside local influencers Mccoy de Leon and Verniece Enciso. 

McCoy de Leon takes a groufie with event hosts Will Devaughn and Shamcey Supsup, along with Vivo Club Ambassadors from various universities

“I’m really thankful for being part of the Vivo family and I’m looking forward to doing more activities with Vivo and its Filipino plans soon,” said Curry. 

The Vivo V5 Plus will be coming soon on Philippine shores. Meanwhile, the Vivo V5 will be available in Vivo concept stores and major retailers nationwide for PHP 12,990. Consumers can also pre-order the V5 smartphone in major retailers starting November 23 to receive exclusive freebies including Vivo speakers, Vivo selfie stick, and a Vivo-branded phone stent. 

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Vivo’s local ambassadors McCoy de Leon and Verniece Enciso pose with Vivo executives; from L-R: Annie Lim, Vivo Brand Director; McCoy de Leon; Verniece Enciso; Danielle Tiu, Vivo Philippines Media and PR Junior Manager; Hazel Bascon, Vivo Philippines Vice President; Mitze Abrio, Vivo Philippines Brand Marketing Events Manager; and Brent Loree, Vivo Overseas Brand Manager

About Vivo 

Vivo is a leading global smartphone brand focused on introducing products with professional-grade audio, extraordinary appearance, and a fast and smooth user experience. The company is committed to developing dynamic and stylish products for energetic and passionate young people. The company has retained its position as a top 5 global smartphone brand in the IDC Q2 2016 report. Visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/vivophilippinesofficial

Xiaomi Mi 3 Madness Revs Up With Lazada.com.ph

On June 26, Xiaomi and Lazada Philippines teamed up for the release of the most anticipated phone of the season – Mi 3. Orders from enthusiastic customers started pouring in as the sale opened at exactly 12 noon -- and even with floods affecting many parts of Metro Manila, customer orders started shipping within the day. Most Metro Manila customers were delighted to receive their Mi 3 phones just hours after they had placed their orders.

Lazada Philippines’ and Xiaomi’s social media pages received hundreds of feedback messages from the new Xiaomi Mi 3 owners sharing their awe on the superior product quality of Mi 3 and the retail and logistical agility of Lazada Philippines.

This July 4, 11AM, Xiaomi and Lazada Philippines will again hold a Mi 3 flash sale with 2,000 units up for grabs. Once again, the virtual shelves of Lazada.com.ph will be opening for you so that you can enjoy the superior product quality of the season’s most anticipated phone – Mi3 – offered exclusively by the country’s biggest online shopping mall – Lazada.com.ph, for an effortless shopping experience.

For updates and details on this exciting offering from Xiaomi and Lazada Philippines, be sure to subscribe to the Lazada Philippines Facebook Fan Page at www.facebook.com/LazadaPhilippines.

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About Lazada

Lazada is Southeast Asia’s largest online shopping mall, in the Philippines, Lazada remains to be the country’s online shopping mall that is rapidly changing the retail scene across the archipelago. The company started operations in March 2012 and has quickly revolutionized the meaning of online shopping in a country where shopping in traditional malls is essentially the core lifestyle of every Filipino.

With the largest online assortment of products ranging from mobile and laptops to consumer electronics to books and media, health and beauty, home appliances, fashion and accessories, Lazada Philippines offer its wide customer base everything they need in one place. 

Nested in its Head Office in Makati City with its 12,000-square meter warehouse in Muntinlupa City, Lazada Philippines holds a workforce of more than 300 highly-specialized and passionate employees, all of which are geared towards championing effortless and risk-free shopping in the country. Through its own courier service – the Lazada Express and in tandem with the most efficient logistics company in the Philippines, Lazada was able to break geographical boundaries in the 7100 islands in the Philippines and continue to provide customers from remote areas the Lazada shopping experience.

Since its establishment in the Philippines, Lazada continues to strive to live up to its objective of improving people’s lives through effortless and risk-free shopping. It continues to offer products and retail solutions that combine sense and simplicity, with the end goal of providing superior value to its customers.

True to the Lazada brand promise, Lazada Philippines continues to offer its shoppers its cash-on-delivery payment mode, free nationwide shipping for transactions above PhP 1,000, and free returns within 30 days – making online shopping more practical for every Filipino.

GEAR UP WITH LAZADA’S ULTIMATE GADGET CRAZE!

An early summer treat awaits all tech enthusiasts and gamers as Lazada Philippines—the largest online shopping mall in the country—has launched an ultimate gadget craze campaign.

One of the campaigns is the “Great Samsung Sale” which is tagged as Samsung’s biggest sale of the year. Buyers can get a discount of up to Php3,500 and get to have cool freebies along with it. In addition, gamers can enjoy playing the latest Sony PlayStation 4 console for only P23,500! The bundle package is priced at P26,200! Playing with your favorite games will not be complete without a new LED TV. Lazada is offering My View LED TV that can go as low as P4,999.

Change your mobile into something nicer and smarter. Buy the new HTC One for only P25,185!  This Smartphone is equipped with quad-core processor, ultra-pixel camera, and long battery endurance that guarantee meeting your daily needs—whether for work or play.

If you like local brands, then you might enjoy the exclusive Torque Mobile Bundle—Torque Droidz Edge phone and Torque i20TV for only P2,979 (available only in Lazada). Or maybe a touch screen laptop?  The new line of Haibook Android Laptops will surely meet your needs and budget since it’s now available for only P4,599.

So hurry and gear up this coming summer with Lazada’s incredible gadget craze!  Avail these awesome bargains, great price, and even better service only at Lazada!  Log on at www.lazada.com.ph. Follow @LazadaPH on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to stay updated.

About Lazada

Lazada (www.lazada.com.ph) is Philippines’ largest online shopping mall and is pioneering e-commerce by providing a fast, convenient and secure online shopping experience combined with an extensive product offering in categories ranging from mobiles & tablets and consumer electronics to household goods, toys, fashion and sports equipment. Lazada is continuously striving to offer its customers the best possible shopping experience with multiple payment methods including cash on delivery, extensive warranty commitments and free returns.

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A peek behind Cherry Mobile new Quad Core tablet (CM fusion Bolt)

In today’s technology, it allows some people to work 24/7. Once can bring their work home or even take it on vacation. One's work is ever-present except when the electricity goes off. :) The word connected captures our contemporary experience of life. Many people rarely go anywhere without a cell phone, iPod,iPad, Tablet, netbook, laptop, or pager, etc. That's what we call technology~ we have become more accessible 24 hours a day.

Eventhough I am not a "techie girl" but I make sure that everytime we buy gadgets we have to look for the quality of the product first then the price would go second on the list (practicality as they say). Last month, hubby and I were on a canvass of a gadget for my dear cousin who will be celebrating her birthday weeks from now. Guess what? We found this new quadcore tab from Cherry Mobile...

Why this brand? Well, who would have thought that with these following specifications down below you will be able to have it for as low as Php 3,999 only!

• 7" HD IPS display (1280 × 800 resolution, 216ppi) 
• Android 4.1 Jelly Bean 
• 8 GB internal storage (up to 32 GB expandable microSD) 
• 1GHz quad-core Actions Semiconductor ATM7029 processors, 1GB RAM 
• Wi-Fi ready 
• 2 MP rear camera + VGA front camera 
• Vivante GC1000+ GPU, Super HD 2160p 
• microUSB v2.0 
• mini-HDMI port 
• 3.5mm audio jack> 
• Super HD 2160p video support 
• 4000mAh Li-Ion battery

Isn't it cool? It is actually worth the price (very affordable and easy to use) rather than those expensive ones with the same specs as above, right? So if you are planning to buy one like me better visit Lazada Philippines because you will surely get what you want since they've got the stocks always rather than wait for some time just to have it in your fave store. You will definitely have a remarkable experience with them because they can send your orders for FREE!

Product Description of Cherry Mobile Fusion Bolt Tablet (Black)

What's in the box Cherry Mobile Fusion Bolt Tablet Charger Manual Warranty Card Feel the power with the Fusion Bolt, Cherry Mobile’s most formidable tablet to date. Sink your teeth in the Bolt’s Android 4.1 Jellybean interface that’s driven by a 1 GHz quad-core processor that lets you enjoy your apps all at the same time. These intense multi-tasking capabilities let you play your favorite Android games while surfing the net and doing your files.

You don’t have to worry about it dying out on you in the middle of a presentation. The battery has been amped up to 4000mAh, so you can always work on the go. And, when you think you might want to stop and smell the roses, take a snapshot of them too. The Fusion Bolt is fitted with a 2 MP rear camera for shooting and a Super HD screen for a glorious viewing experience.

All of this comes neatly in a 7-inch display with an internal storage of 8GB. If you’re a hardcore user and your finding this a little bit low, you can expand it up to 32GB. Now, there won’t be any reason for you not to use it every day.

GPS for Pets

I never thought that GPS or the so called Global Positioning  System can be useful also for pets, I used to know GPS are for cars only. :) Well, to all pet lovers out there, worry no more for your favorite yet expensive toy pets because you can track them all through a single gadget called GPS. Through this gps pet locator you'll be able to locate your pet whenever you need by simply using your computer or mobile device. With just one click, we'll show you the location of your pet in an easy-to-read map view.

But how? Simply attached this little thing, lightweight and waterproof gadget to your pet collar then, you can view the location of your pet on a map from the friendly confines of your computer. Cool huh! Well, if given a chance to own a pet, I'll surely buy one like this for my sporting dog.:) Amazing what technology could bring forth to us, right? 

Looking for Great Deals?

Saving ones time, effort and money are what we are always aiming that is why we love sales, discounts and great deals, right? Correct me if I’m wrong that we always got an eye on stuffs having a tag of SALEs and DISCOUNTs, not just in malls but in the online world too. 

Just yesterday, hubby and I went to the mall and canvass for a certain gadget that he can use in his business. As we tried to compare the prices in the hub from the online store they differ much since we can get it on a lower price if we will buy it online because of the best buy coupon code that they are offering. Good we already found the great deal that we've been waiting for even if we will shoulder the freight, we can still save some of our money.

I remember that I also bought my netbook from best buy years ago because of some great deals and discounts that I got from them. Even if I am thousand miles away from this online store, yet I still love to go and shop with them. I already gave my full trust on them.

If you are planning to shop your fave gadgets, cameras and phones and etc, try to visit their store because they can offer you different discount (up to 50% off) coupon codes for the whole year. Just be sure to visit them every day, might as well you can really find a great deal on what you’re looking for.

The New Ipad is Now Officially Launched!

Finally the unveiling event took place at 10 a.m. PST at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco yesterday. The new Apple Ipad is now officially launched. Take a look at the difference of their specs:

	Apple iPad 2	'New' Apple iPad
Screen Size	9.7 inches	9.7 inches
Resolution	1024 x 768	2048 x 1536
Operating System	iOS 5.1	iOS 5.1
Processor	1GHz Dual-Core Apple A5	Apple A5X dual-core CPU, quad-core GPU
RAM	512MB	NA (1GB rumored)
Data	3G	3G/4G LTE
Carrier	AT&T, Verizon	AT&T, Verizon
Wi-Fi	802.11 b/g/n	802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth	2.1 + EDR	4.0
Ports	30-pin, 3.5mm headset	30-pin, 3.5mm headset
Front-Facing Camera	VGA (.3 megapixels), 30 fps	VGA (.3 megapixels), 30 fps
Rear-Facing Camera	HD (.7 megapixels), 30 fps	5 megapixel iSight (1080p 30fps video)
Internal Memory	16GB, 32GB, 64GB	16GB, 32GB, 64GB
Weight	1.3 lbs	1.44 lbs So what are you waiting for? Go and grab your latest gadget now!