Friday, September 7, 2012
Globe Weekend iPhone Sale at SM Megamall
This weekend (September 8 and 9), Globe Telecom will be having a 2-day iPhone Sale at the SM Megamall. Score the best deals for iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, and iPhone 4S bundled with Globe's innovative postpaid plans and prepaid packages.
Free Taste at Tita Fannies
Friday, September 7, 2012 - Consunji Branch beside Gaisano Mall
* 10:30AM
* 4:30 PM
Saturday, September 8, 2012 - Zamora Branch at the back of St. Michael's Cathedral
* 10:30AM
* 4:30 PM
See you... :-)
Saturday, September 8, 2012 - Zamora Branch at the back of St. Michael's Cathedral
* 10:30AM
* 4:30 PM
See you... :-)
MIBF Bookworms Promo Videos
Stanley Chi
Tado Jimenez
Carlos Celdran
Ramon Bautista
The MIBF Bookworms
Join the Mining and Environment Conversation
Since August 1, mine tailings have already leaked 4 times from the tailings pond of the Padcal mine of Philex in Benguet. The latest reported wastage spillage at its only operating tailings pond at the mine site was last Thursday, August 30.
Let's Go LTE Crazy!
The discussion below talks about the complexities/confusion surrounding LTE and its variation or earlier and later versions, and because of the slight deception, whether intentional or marketing strategy, adds up to the puzzlement.
I think Axelei was able to explain it real good...though I'm still at a lost and suffering nosebleed. Read on.
"Let’s make this clear since you are spreading wrong information in your podcast and blogs.Actually anything between HSPA and the original WiMax is called 3G Transitional and it pertains to all 3.5G, 3.75G, and 3.9G. It doesn’t matter which one you pick, its an unofficial name that didn’t get certified.
HSPA+ is 3.75G, the current LTE of Smart and Globe is 3.9G and LTE Advanced is the real 4G based on the final spec.
Please read up on your topic before making any comments."
However, companies (including Globe), called it 4G as most of US did when they didn’t have the real 4G spec.
Today, you have LTE (advanced), as you say and that’s the official spec 4G.
Whichever the case, anything that isn’t LTE is considered 3.9g or lower.
"What is funny is that you keep on referring to HSPA+ as 3.9G. I don’t know where you got that information. Please, if you have to criticize the telco, be properly informed beforehand."
Here you go then:
http://www.eetimes.com/design/microwave-rf-design/4018983/3GPP-Long-Term-Evolution-System-Overview-Product-Development-and-Test-Challenges
LTE in Context
3GPP LTE is one of five major wireless standards sometimes referred to as “3.9G.” The other so-called 3.9G standards are: 3GPP HSPA+, 3GPP EDGE Evolution, 3GPP2 ultra-mobile broadband (UMB), and Mobile WiMAX (IEEE 802.16e), which encompasses the earlier WiBro developed by the Telecommunications Technology Association (TTA) in Korea.
There’s this too:
http://www.brighthand.com/special_section/?ss_id=101&page_id=20
This reality, though, hasn’t stopped those carriers from marketing LTE, WiMAX (a 3G technology, by the way, according to the ITU), and even HSPA and HSPA+ as 4G. Such is not entirely unfair, as performance for each of these can easily exceed the two Mbps of the ITU’s 3G definition. Other unofficial designations, including 3.5G, 3.75G, and 3.9G have consequently been used to describe these technologies.
And then there’s Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_mobile_phone_standards
3G transitional
(3.5G, 3.75G, 3.9G)
3GPP family
HSPA HSPA+ LTE (E-UTRA)
3GPP2 family
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Revision A (TIA/EIA/IS-856-A)
EV-DO Revision B (TIA/EIA/IS-856-B) DO Advanced
IEEE family
Mobile WiMAX (IEEE 802.16e) Flash-OFDM IEEE 802.20
—————
Of course in official ITU terms 3.9G should stand for LTE (non Advanced). However, everybody has been using the terms loosely – just like when WiFi N was still in draft form. You should also look at how Globe was marketing their HSPA+ as “4G”. Shouldn’t they be calling it 3.5G? I don’t know.
http://www.yugatech.com/list-of-globe-hspa-4g-sites-in-metro-manila/
http://www.pinoytechblog.com/archives/globe-unveils-4g-devices-to-utilize-hspa-network
http://www.yugatech.com/telecoms/globe-intros-4g-tattoo-up-to-10mbps/
http://www.businessmirror.com.ph/home/companies/10416-globe-beats-rivals-in-4g-mobile-race
Perhaps the telcos have to clearly define their standards better and not confuse its users before we should start really using their official names.
*credits to thetechnoclast.com
Sexy at a Discount
SM X-Perience
SM X-PERIENCE!
Come and visit SM Foodcourt Iloilo on
September 16,2012 from 10AM-1PM &
X-perience dance-to-the beat
mascot show
— at SM City (Iloilo).
Come and visit SM Foodcourt Iloilo on
September 16,2012 from 10AM-1PM &
X-perience dance-to-the beat
mascot show
dance tutorial
games & face painting
See you there!
Let's Eat! :)
games & face painting
See you there!
Let's Eat! :)
CyberPower and Patriot Memory Giveaway
The guys over at CyberPower Inc. and Patriot Memory are giving away a couple Razer Hydras bundled with some badass hardware. If I were you, I'd enter now: https://www.facebook.com/PATRIOTmem?sk=app_143103275748075
How Has Social Media Helped Your Community?
Darksiders 2 Drawing Contest
Join Dark Horse Comics as we launch the Draw Death and Win Art Contest! Entries are being accepted starting today and you have until September 24th to submit your drawing.
Full Details Here: http://www.darkhorse.com/Blog/1104/draw-death-and-win
Windows Phone vs iPhone and Android Challenge
Microsoft has released a campaign video trying to prove that the Windows phone is comparable or better than its iPhone and Android-based competitors.
Microsoft evangelist Ben “The PC Guy” Rudolph was betting consumers $100 that Windows Phone would be faster than their phone. The challenge involves activities like posting pictures to Facebook and finding music. The campaign also includes the Twitter-friendly hashtag #SmokedByWindowsPhone.
Secrets of Virtual Assistant Success
MyEdge Learning & Virtual Assistant Philippines Presents "Secrets of Virtual Assistant Success"
Join our Live Workshop on Secrets of Virtual Assistant Success and learn how to Jumpstart Your Home Based Career — and start earning big from the comforts of your own home!
Amazon Unveils Kindle Paperwhite
Amazon unveiled a new “frontlit” e-ink Kindle, with a sharper display called “Kindle Paperwhite.”
Jeffrey Preston "Jeff" Bezos, Founder and CEO of Amazon, took the stage to detail some of its impressive specs. The Kindle Paperwhite includes 25% more contrast than the Pearl screens featured in existing Kindle models and touts a 62% higher-resolution display. It measures in at 9.1 mm with a thin bezel and weighs in at 7.5 ounces. It is slimmer than a magazine and lighter than a paperback. All of its seven fonts are adjustable in size.
It also includes a “Time to Read” feature, which tracks your reading speed and informs you how much time it will likely take you to finish a chapter. This could help you decide whether or not to go to sleep or stay up late to finish a chapter, based on your own speed. Another feature called X-Ray provides character bios and allows you to jump back into the part of a book where they are first introduced.
The Kindle Paperwhite 3G is $179 and $119 for Wi-Fi only.
The device will likely compete with Barnes & Noble’s Nook Simple Touch with GlowLight device. which is priced at $139 for the Wi-Fi only version.
The Kindle Paperwhite will ship on October 1 and pre-orders start today.
Mr and Ms Accountancy Personality 2012
The Accountancy Student Council invites everyone to the Mr. and Ms. Accountancy Personality 2012 Pre-Pageant and Talent Night!
When: September 18, 2012 -- 6pm
Where: Magnus Albertus Auditorium (Education Building)
University of Santo Tomas
It was never just about the looks. This is the time to showcase their talents and personalities!
PSY Gangnam Style English Translation
The Pinoys are now also doing the "Gangnam Style" dance craze, just like how we loved doing the "Dougie", and singing "Call Me Maybe". Well, here's the English translation of the song plus the video and some of the steps below, so you can both sing and dance along.
Design Para Sa Lahat Scholarships
FIVE EASY STEPS TO APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIP
1. Dream up your designs. Make sure to show us your best work. Edit well!
2. Prepare your SIX BEST DESIGNS.
3. Join our Facebook group.
4. Post your six designs on our Facebook Group wall. We shall choose the entries from there. Deadline is Oct 5, 2012
5. Results are out by Episode 6 of our TV show on GMA News TV (11:30am Saturdays, starting Oct 13, 2012
Ensembles x Chris Diaz Holiday 2012 Collection
This is one collaboration I'm most excited about!!! I am a huge fan of
Chris Diaz. I've always dreamed of owning one of his pieces ever since I
started pulling out some of his dresses from MYTH. I've used a lot of
his gorgeous clothes for editorial shoots and they never fail to
standout. Anyway, I love his ENSEMBLES capsule collection!:)
The Little Things She Needs x uBER Sale
The BER months is here!!!And with that, TLTSN is kicking it off with an
“uBER Sale”! It started last August 31 and will last til Sept. 30, 2012.
Discounted items below:
a. Buy 1 Take 1 on Jewelries
b. 40% Off on Heels and Wedges
c. Flats P 1,049, now P 899
d. Flats P 899, now P699/ 2 for P1,199
Visit their Eastwood Citywalk and Robinsons Galleria stores!!!:)
DU Manille A/W 2012 Collection Hard Flesh
SCRATCHING BEYOND THE SURFACE: DU Manille Presents
HARD FLESH
Combined with DU Manille’s signature minimalism and modern
silhouettes, the AW 2012 collection ‘HARD FLESH’ goes deeper and edgier with
plays of contrasting textures and fabrics—from cotton to leather, jerseys and
spikes—setting up the mood for those who are not afraid of taking chances when
it comes to style. The brand also steps out with bright, bold prints and even
pops of color. The collection has undertaken more ground, as DU Manille presents
jackets, skirts, tights, and accessories, along with their basic tops, all of
which still embody everyday comfort, wearability, and stylishness.
Goody Come Play
Come Play With SM Accessories and Goody
So save the date: SEPTEMBER 15, 2012. SM Accessories, Goody, and other sponsors will conduct a styling, modeling, and blogging workshop. All you have to do is present your receipt worth P350 to the Goody sales attendant at selected SM Department Stores for your invite!:) Go!:)
JLo Dance Again World Tour in Manila
Dance Again World Tour: Jennifer Lopez Live in Manila
November 26, 2012
Mall of Asia Arena
VIP - P26000
Patron (Reserved seating)- P18720
Patron Standing - P15000
Lower Box A - P18720
Lower Box B - P15000
Lower Bix C - P10400
Upper Box - P7800
General Admission - P2600
http://
Patron Standing - P15000
Lower Box A - P18720
Lower Box B - P15000
Lower Bix C - P10400
Upper Box - P7800
General Admission - P2600
http://
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Razer Blade Gaming Laptop Unboxing by Alodia
The Best Gaming Laptop + The Most Beautiful Woman in The World = Heavenly!
Alodia unboxing her new Razer Blade gaming laptop and playing her Diablo3 LVL60 Wizard! :D Super awesome gear! Alodia thanks Razer!!!
Alienware rigs are overpriced ones. I like Razer blade because its light and it goes well with my Razer Electra!
Watch the video here:
http://facebook.com/razer
http://razerzone.com
Music: "Welcome To The Party Scene" by Segatron
http://facebook.com/segatron
Video and Editing: Alodia Gosiengfiao (me)
http://facebook.com/AlodiaGosiengfiao
http://twitter.com/AlodiaAlmira
Stuff I used for this video:
Canon XA10 video cam http://facebook.com/canonphilippines
Canon 7D
Adobe After Affects CS5
http://razerzone.com
Music: "Welcome To The Party Scene" by Segatron
http://facebook.com/segatron
Video and Editing: Alodia Gosiengfiao (me)
http://facebook.com/AlodiaGosiengfiao
http://twitter.com/AlodiaAlmira
Stuff I used for this video:
Canon XA10 video cam http://facebook.com/canonphilippines
Canon 7D
Adobe After Affects CS5
Ubisoft Scraps Always-On DRM, Favors One-Time Activation
In an interview with RPS, Ubisoft worldwide games director Stephanie Perotti divulged that the company is dropping its infamous always-on DRM strategy. In fact, Ubisoft already quietly euthanized the program a few months ago -- probably following the From Dust fiasco -- but now it is official.
Ubisoft has perhaps been the largest proponent of always-on DRM, incorporating it into many high-profile games. The company has gone on record stating that always-on DRM schemes have shown a clear reduction in piracy, but Perotti said she considers that an "unfortunate" comment, alluding the fact that Ubisoft has always refused to publish any substantive data.
While Perotti and corporate communications manager Michael Burk managed to deftly skirt around most DRM-related questions, but they did assure RPS that always-on DRM is buried and gone. From now on, Ubisoft will rely on simple, one-time activation methods. Cited as an example, Assassin's Creed 3 will require a one-time activation, but may be installed on an unlimited number of computers. And, in an unusual twist for the company, the game will allow single-player action without an Internet connection.
Always-on DRM has frequently been criticized as an unnecessarily draconian form of digital rights management, namely due to its burdensome nature for legitimate, paying customers. When conditions aren't ideal (e.g. poor internet service, PC upgrades and server issues), most always-online solutions break down -- even in single player -- and quickly convert what would otherwise be joyous fun into utter frustration. Interestingly, the overwhelming majority of readers who responded to our poll claim DRM-related issues have spoiled their fun on at least one occasion.
Additionally, the efficacy of always-on DRM continues to be questioned. While it may curb casual copying, studies have shown inconvenient DRM measures may actually increase piracy. Meanwhile, hackers and crackers seem to always find a way to circumvent even the toughest DRM mechanisms and have even exploited such schemes in dangerous ways.
Although PC games account for only 7 percent of Ubisoft's sales, Perotti said that Ubisoft is working hard to close the gaps between PC and console games. The company has been criticized by PC gamers for not adequately tailoring cross-platform games, leaving PC ports too "consolified" for PC-gaming tastes. Also, console releases frequently ship months ahead of their PC counterparts -- another issue Ubisoft is aiming to address.
Source: Tech Spot <click here for link>
Berna Kano Openshoot
Fritz B.M. Agapito (fbma) Presents:
Open to PHOTOGRAPHERS (Newbie Friendly)
September 15, 2:00 pm
Fee: 2k (limited slots)
Model: Berna Kano - Implied Nude Concept
Open to PHOTOGRAPHERS (Newbie Friendly)
September 15, 2:00 pm
Fee: 2k (limited slots)
Model: Berna Kano - Implied Nude Concept
Catch The Cab
Check out:
http://
Epal Tour of Quezon City
Pwede din mag car-pooling, make new Anti-Epal friends!
Blog Bootcamp In Davao
Malagos Garden Resort Davao is our official venue sponsor of the 1st Blog Weekend Bootcamp.
Participants will be treated with sumptuous buffet meals, cozy accommodation, free entry to the Butterfly dome, Bird Park, Bird Show and Garden tour. What more can you ask for? This will be a blogging experience that you will never forget!
Participants will be treated with sumptuous buffet meals, cozy accommodation, free entry to the Butterfly dome, Bird Park, Bird Show and Garden tour. What more can you ask for? This will be a blogging experience that you will never forget!
Redhead Model Search
Girls, the ONLINE submission of entries from SM GTW - Girls Teens' Wear's Redhead Model Search has been extended! Go to their website now to join. :)
Microsoft Philippines Appoint New Managing Director
Microsoft has appointed a Filipina to manage its operations in the Philippines with the announcement of
Karrie Capellan-Ilagan as the local unit’s new Managing Director.
Ilagan, formerly the enterprise sales director of Microsoft Philippines, will be replacing John Bessey, who served at the top post of Microsoft Philippines for three years.
The appointment of Ilagan comes as the software company prepares to release Windows 8, its attempt at staying relevant in the tech industry amid taking hits from smartphone and tablet manufacturers.
“Our focus has changed tremendously over the past years. We are not just a company that sells software,” Ilagan emphasized in a statement.
As a six-year Microsoft executive, Ilagan led the expansion of Microsoft’s footprint in key enterprise customers in the Philippines, as well as the launching of key Microsoft products in the Philippines such as Windows Vista, Office 2007, Windows Server 2008, SQL Server 2008.
Ilagan said she will hit the ground running with continuing to “grow the local software economy” as well as pushing for consumers’ rights to have a choice in technology that brings them the best benefits, whether in personal or in business use.
“I believe that there are still a large number of Filipino companies that can achieve global competitiveness by enhancing their IT capabilities,” she said, adding that with the right combination of technology, education, and appropriate government help, “Microsoft Philippines can make a valuable contribution to the development of the country.”
An 18-year IT veteran, Ilagan served in key executive positions in a number of technology companies in the Philippines. Prior to joining Microsoft, she led IBM’s global small and medium business unit in the Philippines from 2003 to 2005, and was country manager of its personal systems group from 2000 to 2002.
Ilagan will be the second Filipina IT executive appointed at a top management position this year, following the assignment of Mariels Almeda Winhoffer as the new country managing director of IBM Philippines.
*credits to Interaksyon
New Motorola DROID RAZRs Announced
Motorola has recently announced three new 4G LTE DROID RAZR smartphones today: the RAZR M, RAZR HD and the RAZR MAXX HD. All with Kevlar backs, Gorilla glass displays and powered by a 1.5GHz Dual-core Snapdragon S4 MSM8960 processors.
The RAZR M is the smallest and the thinnest of the three but has a 4.3-inch edge-to-edge qHD (960×540) Super AMOLED Advanced display. Perfect for those who want a larger display in a compact device. It has an 8 megapixel camera, VGA front-facing camera, 8GB internal storage, 2,000 mAh battery and weighs in at 126 grams.
The RAZR HD carries a 4.7-inch 720p (1280×720) Super AMOLED HD edge-to-edge display. Has a 16GB internal storage, an 8 megapixel camera, a 1.3 megapixel front-facing camera, a large 2,530 mAh battery and weighs in at 146 grams.
The RAZR HD MAXX is a beefed up RAZR HD. It has the same 4.7-inch Super AMOLED HD edge-to-edge screen but packs a 32GB internal storage and a huge juice tank of 3,300 mAh. It also has an 8 megapixel camera, 1.3 megapixel front-facing camera and weighs in at 157 grams.
All three devices are currently running Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich but a Jelly Bean update is coming later this year. Price and international availability is TBA.
*credits to Yugatech
Introducing the O+ Technology
There's a new technology company from the US called O+ that is now entering the mobile market of Asia by introducing affordable lineups of mobile phones, smartphones and tablets.O+ is offering four types of devices – Music, WiFi, Pad, and Android.
According to their website, O+ is a “technology company in the United States who aims to cultivate breeds of technophile all over the world, starting with the world’s busiest mobile phone hub – Asia“.
The O+ Plus Android Series include Music Phone Models (5.7, 5.3, 2.1, 3.2), O+ Wifi Phones (6.3, 6.8, and 7.2), O+ Android Phones (8.2 and 8.7), and their O+ Pad, which is the most affordable tablet in the market priced at P9,995 for the 9.7 model.
Currently, one of their phone unit is being sold for as low as Php 1,895 (O+ 5.3 Music phone) which is a dual-sim touch phone with interactive wallpaper.
Below are still some of the many devices featured and their selling price: http://pricelist.ph/
O+ 5.3 Music – Php 1,895
O+ 6.3 WiFi – Php 3,795
O+ 8.7 Android – Php 4,995
O+ 9.7 Pad – Php 9,995
Eat Bulaga announced the O+ Android series – tablets and phones as part of their 33rd Anniversary giveaway. The O+ Android series has been available in the Philippines since August 8, 2012.
Watch this TV Commercial of O+ demonstrating the "shuffle"
A list of stores and establishments in Metro Manila and NCR selling the O+ Plus Android Series has been provided. Here’s the list of stores that sell O+ Plus Phones in Metro Manila / NCR:
Manila
Hello, 5th Ave – Robinsons Ermita
MX Midtown in Ermita
MX San Lazaro Mobilizer – SM San Lazaro, SM Sta. Mesa
MJ’s Appliances
Mandaluyong
Teleponetics – SM Megamall
MX Megamall
MX Pioneer
Las Pinas
GSN Wireless – SM Southmall
Makati
Avant – Greenbelt 4
MX Cash and Carry
Comcentre Shop – Parksquare 1
Muntinlupa
Avant in Alabang Town Center
MX Festival
GSN Wireless – Festival Mall Jr.
MX Muntinlupa
Caloocan
Cellway and Digicom in Victory Mall
Valenzuela
Intogadgets
Mobilizer
Techno Mobile
MX Valenzuela
Taguig – Market Market
Intogadgets
Comcentre Shop
San Juan
Mr Dynamic Telecm – Virramall
Intogadgets – Virramall
Mobilizer – Bridgeway and Bridgeway 2, Greenhills
Rizal
Techno Mobile – Sta. Lucia
Techno Mobile – SM Taytay
Comcentre Shop – Sta. Lucia
MX Sta. Lucia
Quezon City
Citylight, Techno Mobile – SM Fairview
Avant – Trinoma Mall
MX North EDSA
MX Trinoma
MX Cubao
Jr. MX Novaliches
Jr. MX E. Rodriguez
Jr. MX COD Cubao
Jr. MX Anonas
Pasay City
MX SM Mall of Asia
Pasig City
Jr. MX branch in Pasig
Marikina City
MX Marikina
Techno Mobile – SM Marikina
Citylight
Malabon
Techno Mobile Citisquare 1 and 2
Digicom
Here’s a list of stores selling O+ devices: http://oks.ph/news/o-plus-phones-store-availability/
Lazada.com.ph is also selling O+ phones: http://www.lazada.com.ph/catalog/o/?q=O
You can check other device models by visiting their website at O+ USA : http://www.oplususa.com/
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