Sep 4, 2017


I can still remember how amazed I was when I got a hold of the Zenfone for the first time at the ASUS Zenfestival, a gathering of Zenfone fans in Davao City in 2015. I couldn't find a perfect Android phone for me until Zenfone was introduced to me by the ASUS Team. It's like I found a treasure chest in a form of a mobile phone. And lucky me, I won a Zenfone 2 Laser in a blogging contest after the event. Since then, I became a true fan of the ASUS Zenfones.

Last August 19, we were invited to the ASUS Livestream Party at Cafe Demitasse as they launched the new Zenfone 4 series in the Philippines. We got to meet Zenfans and other bloggers who are also excited to learn more about the Zenfone 4 lineup. We had super fun games and photo contests, and the best part was, we're able to have a hands-on experience with the new Zenfones before its scheduled launching.

Here are the Zenfones available at the event.


Zenfone 4 Max

The first Zenfone 4 Model with two cameras for perfect photos.

- Features a beautiful and premium aluminum alloy with a matte surface.
- with 13 megapixels rear camera with a standard 80-degree field of view.
- with a 120-degree field of view for its second rear camera
- with an 8-megapixel front camera for sharp and clear selfies
- The main rear camera has PixelMAster technology that has different camera modes.
- The home button has a faster fingerprint sensor.
- Has an ultra-high 5000mAH capacity battery for longer shooting. Capable of reverse charging. It can serve as a power bank for charging other devices using a USB on-the-go cable.
-  Triple card slot: Dual SIM and individual Micro SD card slots

The Zenfone 4 Max is available in three different colors - Deep sea Black, Sunlight Gold, and Rose Pink.


Zenfone 4 Selfie

The ideal smartphone for selfies or group portrait photos we call "wefies".

- with 20 megapixel main front camera that produces detailed selfies and paired with a 120-degree wide angle second camera for that perfect wefie.
- with 16 megapixels rear camera and LED Real tone flash
- Enhance your selfies with modes, filters, and softlight flash.
- with pre-installed Selfie Master app which is a collection of different useful apps for a perfect selfie can be used even on Facebook Live.
- with a Fingerprint scanner
- Triple card slot - Dual Sim + MicroSD
- Available in four colors - Rose Pink, Mint Green, Sunlight Gold, and Deepsea Black


Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro

It has 2 front-facing cameras with special lenses, so you get the best-looking selfies in any situation, alone or with friends. Compared to the Zenfone 4 Selfie, it has an extremely high 24 megapixel front camera and has the ability to shoot 4K UHD videos.

- It has a super high-resolution DuoPixel Technology
- with 16 megapixel rear camera.
- 2x Light Sensitivity
- with several useful selfie modes
- Filters, Softlight flash, and Beauty Mode
- Selfie Master App for Facebook or Instagram Live
- Comes in three gorgeous colors - Rouge Red, Sunlight Gold, and Deepsea Black
- with Fingerprint Scanner

(Credits to Robert Villamor of DugomPinoy.com for the Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro photo)


Zenfone 4

ASUS is committed to promoting mobile photography and enabling Zenfone owners to take the best photos.

First rear camera – an industry leading Sony IMX362, 12 megapixel main camera with the following technologies:
- A wide F1.8 aperture that allows more light into the sensor
- Large 1/2.55” format sensor
- Large 1.4µm pixels which give the sensor superior light sensitivity
- Wide aperture and large pixels work together to achieve 5X brighter photos in low light compared to other smartphone cameras.
- Fast Dual Pixel autofocus system that achieves focus in a mere 0.03 seconds
Second rear camera - a flexible, 120-degree field of view 8 megapixel, F2.2 camera with a 200% wider view that is ideal for capturing wide landscapes, large subjects or for shooting in confined spaces.
Front camera – the ZenFone 4 also has a higher-than-normal resolution, 8 megapixel front camera for sharp and clear selfies.

- It is the very first ASUS smartphone to have a totally flat, beautiful "bumpless" design where the cameras do not protrude out from beneath the protective Corning Gorilla Glass surface.
- Rapid unlocking Fingerprint sensor of 0.3 seconds, and can also be used for authentication by other apps.
- Available in Midnight Black, Moonlight White, and Mint Green.
- 4K Video Recording
- Comprehensive Camera Modes like Pro Mode, 32 Second Slow Shutter Mode, and RAW File Support,
- with Powerful dual speakers and Hi-Res Audio Output
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 660
- Zen UI 4.0 - Simpler new interface with Twin Apps feature

Zenfone 4 PRO

The Zenfone 4 PRO was not available at the Livestream Party but here's what you need to know about this amazing Zenfone.

- It has a standard camera with the SONY Flagship IMX362 image sensor.
- 10x Zoom Capability
- with front-facing selfie camera with fast phase-detection auto-focus.
- Powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon S835 mobile platform and 6GB RAM
- 8x brighter and clearer photos in low light
- Shoot like a pro in RAW format and PRO Mode
- Charge faster - 2 hour talk time in just 5 minutes charging. With 3600 mAh battery.
- Dual speakers and Noise Cancellation

PRICELIST

ZENFONE 4 MAX - Php9,995.00
ZENFONE 4 SELFIE - Php13,995.00
ZENFONE 4 SELFIE PRO - Php19,995.00
ZENFONE 4 - Php28,995.00
ZENFONE 4 PRO - Php39,995.00

The Zenfone series is something I look forward to in the mobile phone industry. Now it's time to save up and order the newest line of ASUS Zenfones.

HOW TO ORDER

You may visit any ASUS Store today or visit Lazada Philippines.



Thanks for dropping by and have a great day ahead! :) - Jexx

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Sep 3, 2017


The country's largest roving outlet sale is back in Davao City to give us another great shopping experience. It started last Friday, September 1 at Davao Convention and Trade Center where I was invited not just to shop but to host this big event.

These are some of the brands that are available at the event.

Melissa
National Geographic
H&M
Forever 21
Bershka
Old Nay
Pacsafe
Pull & Bear
GAP
Adidas
PUMA
Palladium
Hello Lulu
Ralph Lauren and more!




















The shopping festival will be open from 11AM to 10PM from September 1 to 3, 2017. I was able to shop amazing items at an earlier time and I got overwhelmed with how affordable the items were. There were Emporio Armani undies for P100 only! Penguin shirts with different patterns for only P350 and shorts for P250. And remember, these are items from international brands! Last year, I was also invited to shop with a P1,000 budget. Read here.

I also hosted the event every hour and introduced The Off Price Show Next Fashion Model contestants. It was really fun. No words can describe how happy I was. I even lost my voice during the last Fashion Show! I actually drank 3 cold drinks during the event.


Here's a tip for those who will be visiting the event today, grab everything you like and decide ASAP. It might be the last item of your size. :)

Visit Davao Convention Center today and shop til you drop at The Off Price Show Shopping Festival!


For more details, please follow them online!

The Off Price Show
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheOFFPRICEShow
Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheOffPriceShow
Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_offprice_show



Thank you for dropping by and have a great day!

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Aug 23, 2017

RBG Bar and Grill Boodle Fight Meal

It's Kadayawan in Davao and Park Inn by Radisson Davao is bringing back the popular boodle fight for the 3rd time! Starting August 14 to August 31, 2017, the Supersize Boodle Fight Meal will be available and served daily for lunch and dinner at RBG Bar and Grill.

"We are bringing back the popular boodle fight for the third time, this time with even more dishes to enjoy!", explains Hotel Manager, Emelyn Rosales. "Our launch is basketball themed and we rode on the popular term 3-peat. It's the 3rd time that we are having the boodle fight since 2015. We'd also like to make this a big splash as a take-off for our Kadayawan Celebration."

Taste the Philippines food favorites such as Lato Salad with Salted Eggs, Nilagpang na Bangus, Crispy Pork Belly, Hang Dried Chicken, Fried Tilapia, Grilled Tina Tail, Longganisa, Pancit Canton, Ube Turon and more! All of these come with rice and one pitcher of Samalamig drink.


RBG Bar and Grill Boodle Fight Meal Park Inn by Radisson Davao

RBG Bar and Grill Boodle Fight Meal Park Inn by Radisson Davao

RBG Bar and Grill Boodle Fight Meal Park Inn by Radisson Davao

RBG Bar and Grill Boodle Fight Meal Park Inn by Radisson Davao

RBG Bar and Grill Boodle Fight Meal Park Inn by Radisson Davao

RBG Bar and Grill Boodle Fight Meal Park Inn by Radisson Davao

RBG Bar and Grill Boodle Fight Meal Park Inn by Radisson Davao

RBG Bar and Grill Boodle Fight Meal Park Inn by Radisson Davao

RBG Bar and Grill Boodle Fight Meal Park Inn by Radisson Davao

RBG Bar and Grill Boodle Fight Meal Park Inn by Radisson Davao


Boodle Fight 3-peat Meal is good for 8-10 persons and is priced at P2,999, available daily from 11:30AM to 10:00PM.

Book your reservations today at (082) 272-7600 or email at fb.supervisor@parkinn.com

RBG Bar & Grill
Website: http://www.rbggrill.com/
Park Inn Website: http://www.parkinn.com/hotel-davao/restaurants-and-bars
Instagram: www.instagram.com/parkinndavao

Aug 17, 2017

Flavors of Asia Davao

I had an Asian gustatory journey at this new resto in town called the Flavors of Asia. I am lucky enough to join the exclusive dining experience with my friends from the Davao Bloggers Society last July 15. Chef Tatung Sarthou, a celebrity chef, author, and a culinary heritage advocate, showcased their dishes and that did not disappoint me. I've never been to Asia, but I think I already traveled to Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand without even leaving the country or shall I say, my seat.

Here are the dishes they prepared on our first visit.

Flavors of Asia Davao - Chicken Satay
Chicken Satay P210
Flavors of Asia Davao - Shrimp Cakes
Shrimp Cakes P170


Flavors of Asia Davao - Molo Soup
Molo Soup P190

Flavors of Asia Davao - Pad Thai
Pad Thai P220

Flavors of Asia Davao - Nasi Goreng
Nasi Goreng P190

Flavors of Asia Davao - Bagoong Fried Rice
Bagoong Fried Rice P190

Flavors of Asia Davao - Kimchi Fried Rice
Kimchi Fried Rice P190
Flavors of Asia Davao - Pandan Wrapped Fried Chicken
Pandan Wrapped Fried Chicken P240

Flavors of Asia Davao - Red Chicken Curry
Red Chicken Curry P290
Flavors of Asia Davao - Stir Fried Clams with Bean Sprouts
Stir Fried Clams with Bean Sprouts P260
Flavors of Asia Davao - Sticky Pork Riblets with Lychee
Sticky Pork Riblets with Lychee P290
Flavors of Asia Davao - Korean Beef Stew
Korean Beef Stew P420
Flavors of Asia Davao - Mango Sticky Rice
Mango Sticky Rice

Flavors of Asia Davao - Buko Pandan Panacota
Buko Pandan Panacota


Each food they served was delicious. My top three favorites were Nasi Goreng, Bagoong Fried Rice, and Kimchi Fried Rice. I would also recommend the Pad Thai and Korean Beef Stew. Thinking about it makes me hungry. I have friends who already traveled to different countries in Asia and I would love to bring them here so they can eat Asian dishes again without even leaving the country.

Davao Bloggers Society with Chef Tatung Sarthou at Flavors of Asia


Flavors of Asia Restaurant
Location: Bricklane Square Compound, Guzman corner Obrero St., Davao City
Contact number: 0943 505 4397
Store Hours: Daily from 10AM to 2PM & 6PM to 130AM


Thanks for dropping by and have a great day! :) - Jexx

@jexxhinggo