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Apr 1, 2023

HONOR Gadgets up to P1,500 Discount on 4.4 SALE

Top smart devices provider HONOR is ready to shower customers with attractive discounts and bundles in this 4.4 Sale on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop! A DSLR Smartphone - the HONOR X8a, is among the prominent offerings. What's exciting is that you can get up to Php 1,500 off, and free nationwide shipping.

“As you plan your summer trips this year, it’s important that the gadgets you’ll be bringing can help elevate your well-deserved vacation. Need a DSLR-like smartphone, HONOR X8a is for you. Long battery life? HONOR X7a can last you up to three days. If you are worried that you will continuously drop your phone during your travel, try our HONOR X9a 5G. And if you have a long trip planned, we have our HONOR MagicBook X laptops and HONOR Pad 8 perfect for your work requirements,” said Stephen Cheng, HONOR Philippines Vice President.

With HONOR, you can always keep your connections intact. Here are the shopping deals waiting for you!

When you buy an HONOR Pad 8, you'll receive a FREE Magic Keyboard worth Php 5,990.
For every purchase of HONOR MagicBook X 14 or HONOR MagicBook X 15, you can indulge in a free HONOR bag and Bluetooth Speaker worth Php 7,000.
Additionally, get your hands on HONOR X9a 5G, and receive a free Premium HONOR Speaker worth Php 3,999.
If you're treating yourself to an HONOR 70 5G, you'll also receive a complimentary HONOR Band 6 worth Php 1,990. So, hurry up and explore HONOR's trending phones.

Get these and up to Php 1,500 worth of discounts with exclusive bundles and FREE shipping nationwide during the 4.4 Sale on Lazada (https://bit.ly/3ZsS0Jx) from April 1 to 8, and on Shopee (https://bit.ly/3J1Zv5n) and TikTok Shop (https://bit.ly/3IMaizo) from April 4 to 6, 2023. Freebies are subject to availability and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information and announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorphilippines/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines).

Mar 31, 2023

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang ALLSTAR Festival with ITZY

Jexx Hinggo 4:31 AM events , lifestyle 0 Comments

ITZY, a popular KPOP group, has become global ambassadors for the mobile game Mobile Legends: Bang Bang's (MLBB) 'Harmonia' stage. This is the first time MLBB and Korean artists are working together on a joint campaign. Fans can join the ITZY members to conquer the darkness on the ALLSTAR-themed map, 'Harmonia'.

Since their debut in 2019 with the album "IT'z Different" and the catchy single "Dalla Dalla", the five-member group has won numerous music awards and show wins, setting them apart as one of the youngest most successful female KPOP groups. Players of the game can enjoy exclusive ALLSTAR rewards and new hero skins to celebrate the arrival of ITZY.

On March 31st, players can receive up to 1,999 diamonds as rewards, including emotes and the ALLSTAR Exclusive Avatar Border Shine! Additionally, the ALLSTAR event will feature four new hero skins: Miya "Atomic Pop," Eudora "Atomic Pop," Rafaela "Seraphic Selfie," and Hanabi "Moonlit Ninja." These skins can be used to battle enemies in the new map event, Purify Harmonia.

Furthermore, players can enjoy an exclusive in-game ALLSTAR music track. The Purify Harmonia event will last from March 31st to April 23rd, during which players can complete tasks to acquire Technotes for redeeming ALLSTAR rewards, including the new exclusive skins. Players can also receive free rewards from the event launch day until April 25th by logging in.

Don't just be a wannabe; become the superstar you've always dreamed of being!

Mar 19, 2023

TECH REVIEW - HONOR X8a

Jexx Hinggo 10:23 PM tech , tech review 0 Comments

HONOR Philippines has recently unveiled their latest addition to their X-series lineup, the HONOR X8a smartphone. The device stands out from its competition due to its sleek design, stunning display, and powerful camera capabilities. I had the opportunity to test the device prior to its release, and here are some reasons why I found it impressive.

Sleek and Compact Design

The HONOR X8a boasts a slim and stylish flat-edge design that feels comfortable to hold. It comes in three beautiful colors, including Titanium Silver, Midnight Black, and Cyan Lake. Personally, I found the Titanium Silver variant to be the most stunning.

Immersive Display

The device features a 6.7-inch FullView Display with thin bezels, measuring just 1.1mm. This provides an immersive gaming and video streaming experience. It also features HONOR Display Color calibration technology, which ensures minimal color difference between the screen and real life. Moreover, the device is equipped with TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification and offers Dark Mode, Eye Comfort Mode, and E-Book Mode.

Powerful 100MP Triple Camera System

One of the most impressive features of the HONOR X8a is its 100MP Rear Triple Camera System, which includes a 5MP Wide and Depth Camera and a 2MP Macro lens. The front camera is 16MP. I tested the camera over the weekend and here are some sample shots.

During my testing, I found the photos taken to be crisp and vibrant, with even small details captured clearly. The High-Res mode produces billboard-quality photos, while HDR mode provides high-contrast photos. The wide shots are decent, and the portrait rear and selfie shots are also impressive. The selfie portrait shots were Bokeh-heavy but you can disable it.

STANDARD SHOTS

HIGH-RES MODE SHOTS

NIGHT MODE SHOTS

SELFIE AND PORTRAIT SHOTS

Long-lasting Battery

The device comes with a 4500mAh battery that lasts a day, and it also supports a 22.5W SuperCharge adaptor that can charge the battery from 0% to 50% in just over 30 minutes.

Gaming Experience

Thanks to its wide display, the HONOR X8a offers an immersive gaming experience. I tested the device while playing some games, and while I did experience some stutters while playing Mobile Legends in High-level graphics, switching to low or medium graphics produced a better gaming experience.

Here are some of the specs you'd like to know

HONOR X8a SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and Weight	Height 162.9 mm	Depth 7.48 mm
Dimensions and Weight	Width 74.5 mm	Weight Approx. 179g (including the battery)
Display	Size 6.7 inches	Aspect Ratio 19.9:9
	Color 16.7 million colors	Type LTPS LCD
	Resolution 2388*1080	Gestures Multi-touch gestures, up to 10 touch points supported
Processor	CPU Model MediaTek Helio G88	GPU Mali-G52 MC2
System	Operating System MagicUI 6.1 (based on Android 12	User Interface MagicUI 6.1
Memory	6GB+128GB 8GB+128GB
Rear Camera	Triple Rear Camera 100MP Main Camera(f/1.9) +5MP Ultra Wide & Depth Camera(f/2.2) +2MP Macro Camera(f/2.4)	Image Resolution Support up to 11584*8688 pixels
	Video Shooting Support 1080P video shooting	Video Resolution Support up to 1080*1920pixels
	Focus Mode Up to 10x digital zoom	Capture Mode Rear camera: Photo, Portrait, Wide Angle, Aperture, Time-lapse, Watermark, Dual-view, Story, Super Macro, PRO, Panorama mode, HDR, HIGH-RES, Night, Capture smiles, etc.
Front Camera	Front Camera 16 MP Camera (f/2.45 aperture)	Video Shooting Support 1080P video shooting
	Image Resolution Support up to 4608*3456 pixels	Capture Mode Front camera: Photo, Portrait, Capture smiles, Mirror reflection, Gesture control, etc.
	Video Resolution Support up to 1080*1920pixels	Face Recognition Support 2D Face Recognition
In the Box Phone (battery included)x 1 Super Charger x 1 USB Type-C Cable x 1 Quick Start Guide x 1 Eject pin x 1 TPU Protective case x 1 TP protective film x 1 Warranty Card x 1

Price and Availability

From March 14 to 24, the HONOR X8a will be available for pre-order for only Php 10,990 with FREE HONOR Earbuds worth Php 1,590 via all HONOR kiosks and partner online stores – Lazada (http://bit.ly/40iFPjB), Shopee (http://bit.ly/3mNbds1), and Tiktok Shop (http://bit.ly/3ZYbqqy).

Overall, the HONOR X8a is a stylish and powerful device that is definitely worth considering.

You may subscribe to my YouTube channel for the unboxing and video/camera tests.

Mar 18, 2023

Pre-order deals for the new Samsung Galaxy A54 5G and Galaxy A34 5G

Jexx Hinggo 4:02 AM tech , 0 Comments

The latest Samsung Galaxy A Series phones allow everyone to access awesome self-expression and entertainment anywhere they go. From March 15 to 30, 2023, the Samsung Galaxy A54 and A34 5G are available for pre-order. Customers who pre-order can enjoy a discount of PHP 2,949 and receive a free travel adapter and a storage upgrade. Different memory variants of the two phones are available at discounted prices during the pre-order period. Trade-ins are also accepted, with savings of up to PHP 10,150. Bundle deals with other Samsung devices are available as well.

The Galaxy A54 5G and A34 5G receive awesome upgrades to their design, including a slim and sleek unibody design for a more comfortable hand feel, and minimalist camera housing. The metallic finish is also upgraded with a glossy back glass panel for the A54 5G and a prism-patterned back panel for the A34 5G. The phones also come in trendy colorways, making them #aesthetic.

The Galaxy A54 5G and A34 5G deliver awesome photography and videography with creative editing tools for stunning images and videos. The phones have main, selfie, ultrawide, and macro cameras, with improved optical and video digital image stabilization for clearer videos. Night mode helps capture more detail, while the enhanced object eraser makes removing unwanted shadows, reflections, and objects easier. The phones also have enhanced photo and gif remastering tools for better-quality photos and gif videos.

Both phones feature immersive Super AMOLED displays with hyper-reactive displays and improved brightness for realistic colors even in different lighting conditions. The phones also offer up to four generations of OS upgrades and five years of security updates to maximize the smartphone lifecycle.

The Galaxy A54 5G and A34 5G also offer fast 5G connectivity, super-fast charging, and long battery life for uninterrupted content creation, video playbacks, and gaming sessions. The phones are built to last and are designed to withstand dust, sand, and up to 1 meter of fresh water for up to 20 minutes. Customers can now pre-order the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G or the A34 5G to meet their awesome new best buddy.

During the pre-order period, the 8+256 GB memory variant of the Galaxy A54 5G is priced at PHP 24,990 instead of PHP 26,990, while the 8+128GB variant of the Galaxy A34 5G is priced at PHP 19,990 instead of PHP 21,990.

Pre-order through samsung.com, Samsung Experience Stores, Authorized Samsung Stores, Lazada, Shopee, Abenson.com and MemoXpress Online.

Feb 2, 2023

Samsung Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra Specs, Pricing, and Pre-order Details

Jexx Hinggo 5:10 PM samsung , tech 0 Comments

Samsung just unveiled the new Galaxy S23 premium smartphone lineup! The new Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra are now available for pre-order in all Samsung stores nationwide. Here are the complete specifications of each model plus pricing in the Philippines.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Galaxy S23 Ultra
Display	6.8-inch QHD+ Edge* Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display Super Smooth 120Hz refresh rate (1~120Hz) 240Hz Touch Sampling Rate in Game Mode Vision booster Enhanced comfort
Display	*Measured diagonally, actual viewable area is less due to rounded corners and camera hole.
Dimensions & Weight	78.1 X 163.4 X 8.9mm, 234g
Camera	12MP Ultra-Wide Camera F2.2, FOV 120˚ 200 MP Wide Camera F1.7, FOV 85˚ 10MP Telephoto Camera 3x Optical Zoom, F2.4, FOV 36˚ 10MP Telephoto Camera 10x Optical Zoom, F4.9, FOV 11˚ 12MP Front Camera F2.2, FOV 80˚
Camera	*100X Space Zoom includes 10x Optical Zoom and 10x digital zoom with AI Super Resolution technology. Zooming in past 10x may cause some image deterioration.
AP	Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Memory	12GB + 1TB 12 + 512GB 12 + 256GB
Memory	Available storage capacity is subject to preloaded software. Memory option may vary by market.
Battery	5,000mAh
Battery	* Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4,855mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Charging*	Wired charging: Up to 65% charge in around 30 mins with 45W Adapter* and 5A USB-C cable* Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 Wireless PowerShare***
	*Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC.
	**45W Power Adapter sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables.
	*** Results from internal Samsung lab tests, conducted with 45W Travel Adapter connected to newly pre-released version of Galaxy S23 Ultra while device had 0% of power remaining, with all services, features and screen turned off. Actual charging speed may vary depending on the actual usage, charging conditions and other factors.
	****Wireless charging compatible with WPC.
	*****Limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with Qi wireless charging, such as Galaxy S23 Ultra, S23+, S23, Z Fold 4, Z Flip4, S22 series, Z Fold3 5G, Z Flip3 5G, S21 FE 5G, S21 series, Z Fold2, Note20 series, S20 series, Z Flip, Note10, Note10+, S10e, S10, S10+, Fold, S9, S9+, S8, S8+, S8 Active, S7, S7 edge, S7 Active, S6, S6 edge, S6 Active, S6 edge+, Note9, Note8, Note FE and Note5. Only available with certain Samsung Galaxy wearables such as Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Buds2, Buds Pro, Buds Live, Watch5, Watch 5 Pro, Watch4, Watch4 Classic, Watch3, Watch Active2, Watch Active, Gear Sport, Gear S3, Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Buds. If battery power is lower than 30% Wireless PowerShare may not function. May not work with certain accessories, covers, other brand devices or some Samsung wearables. During PowerShare, it may affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment.
OS	Android 13 One UI 5.1
Network and Connectivity
	5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 6E ready**, Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth® v 5.3
	Requires optimal 5G network connection, available in select markets. Check with your carrier for availability and details. Download and streaming speeds may vary based on content provider, server connection and other factors. Availability of LTE model varies by market and carrier. Actual speed may vary depending on market, carrier, and user environment. **Wi-Fi 6E network availability may vary by market, network provider and user environment.
Security	Samsung Knox, Samsung Knox Vault
Water Resistance	IP68
Water Resistance	* IP68 Rating: Water resistant in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes and protected from dust, dirt, and sand. Rinse residue/dry after wet. Not advised for beach or pool use.

Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23+
	Galaxy S23	Galaxy S23+
Display	6.1-inch FHD+* Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display Super Smooth 120Hz refresh rate (48~120Hz) 240Hz Touch Sampling Rate in Game Mode Vision booster Enhanced comfort	6.6-inch FHD+* Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display Super Smooth 120Hz refresh rate (48~120Hz) 240Hz Touch Sampling Rate in Game Mode Vision booster Enhanced comfort
Display	*Measured diagonally, Galaxy S23’s screen size is 6.1-inch in the full rectangle and 5.9-inch with accounting for the rounded corners, Galaxy S23+'s screen size is 6.6-inch in the full rectangle and 6.4-inch with accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole.
Dimensions & Weight	70.9 x 146.3 x 7.6mm, 168g		76.2 x 157.8 x 7.6mm, 196g
Camera	12MP Ultra-Wide Camera F2.2, FOV 120˚ 50 MP Wide Camera F1.8, FOV 85˚ 10MP Telephoto Camera 3x Optical Zoom, F2.4, FOV 36˚ 12MP Front Camera F2.2, FOV 80˚
AP	Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
Memory	8 + 256GB 8 + 128GB			8 + 512GB 8 + 256GB
Memory	*Available storage capacity is subject to preloaded software.
Battery	3,900mAh			4,700mAh
Battery	*Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 3,785mAh for Galaxy S23 and 4,563mAh for Galaxy S23+. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Charging	Wired Charging: Up to 50% charge in around 30 mins with 25W Adapter* and 3A USB-C cable* Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 Wireless PowerShare***			Wired charging: Up to 65% charge in around 30 mins with 45W Adapter* and 5A USB-C cable* Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 Wireless PowerShare***
	*Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC.
	**Power Adapter and data cable sold separately. Using the original Samsung 45W Power Adapter and data cable is recommended for Galaxy S23+ and the original Samsung 25W Power Adapter and data cable recommended for Galaxy S23.
	***Results from internal Samsung lab tests, conducted with 25W Travel Adapter connected to newly pre-released version of Galaxy S23 and 45W Travel Adapter connected to newly pre-released version of Galaxy S23+ while a device had 0% of power remaining, with all services, features and screen turned off. Actual charging speed may vary depending on the actual usage, charging conditions and other factors.
	****Wireless charging compatible with WPC.
	*****Limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with Qi wireless charging, such as Galaxy S23 Ultra, S23+, S23, Z Fold 4, Z Flip4, S22 series, Z Fold3 5G, Z Flip3 5G, S21 FE 5G, S21 series, Z Fold2, Note20 series, S20 series, Z Flip, Note10, Note10+, S10e, S10, S10+, Fold, S9, S9+, S8, S8+, S8 Active, S7, S7 edge, S7 Active, S6, S6 edge, S6 Active, S6 edge+, Note9, Note8, Note FE and Note5. Only available with certain Samsung Galaxy wearables such as Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Buds2, Buds Pro, Buds Live, Watch5, Watch 5 Pro, Watch4, Watch4 Classic, Watch3, Watch Active2, Watch Active, Gear Sport, Gear S3, Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Buds. If battery power is lower than 30% Wireless PowerShare may not function. May not work with certain accessories, covers, other brand devices or some Samsung wearables. During PowerShare, it may affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment.
OS	Android 13 One UI 5.1
Network and Connectivity
	5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 6E ready**, Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth® v 5.3
	5G services are only supported in 5G network enabled locations. Requires optimal 5G connection. Actual speed may vary depending on market, carrier, and user environment. Availability of LTE model varies by market and carrier. ** Wi-Fi 6E network availability may vary by market, network provider and user environment.
Security	Samsung Knox, Samsung Knox Vault
Water Resistance	IP68
Water Resistance	* IP68 Rating: Water resistant in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes and protected from dust, dirt, and sand. Rinse residue/dry after wet. Not advised for beach or pool use.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

From February 2 until February 23, 2023, customers who pre-order the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+ , or the Galaxy S23 Ultra through samsung.com will enjoy discounts of up to PHP 76,000, including a FREE Memory Upgrade worth up to PHP 8,000. They will instantly get the higher memory variant for the price of the lower variant within the same model lineup.

Those who will trade-in their old devices can also enjoy savings of up to PHP 13,000 on top of their old phone’s residual value. In addition, they will get an e-voucher worth up to PHP 5,000, a 50% discount on the Galaxy Buds2 Pro, and 30% off on the Galaxy Watch5 Series. On top of this, they will also get a FREE 1-year Samsung Care+ coverage worth PHP 5,999, and earn double Samsung Rewards points.