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In today’s market, most consumers seek a device that seamlessly balances aesthetic appeal with versatile functionality that can handle daily activities such as movie streaming, casual gaming, and occasional photography. However, such all-encompassing versatility often comes with a premium price point, which is a common obstacle for many prospective buyers.
But, with the realme 12 5G, you can get this combo of power and beauty at an affordable price of Php 14,999.
Chic Design
The realme 12 5G is surely an eye candy, capturing attention with its design reminiscent of trendy luxury watches. Its aesthetic charm is evident in the camera module that resembles a Sunburst Dial; while the zipper-like pattern mimics the sophistication of a 3D Jubilee Bracelet, accentuated by polished edges for a fined finish.
Its design may be similar to its bigger siblings, realme 12+ and realme 12 Pro+, however, this device distinguishes itself with a glossy back panel compared to the vegan leather backs found in its siblings.
Aside from that, this device is pretty sleek too having a 7.69mm Ultra Slim form factor and weighs 188 grams which is a tad lighter and slicker than its siblings. This device also comes in 2 colorways such as Twilight Purple and Woodland Green which I think are pretty chic.
Beauty Inside
Its outside appearance is not just beaut but so is its performance, matching its exterior aesthetics this device runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ chip with ARM Mali-G57 GPU which is responsible for delivering captivating graphics on your phone’s display, as well as elevating your gaming experience with its responsiveness and smooth navigation.
Apart from that, this device also boasts a 6.72” display size with an FHD+ Resolution of 2400×1080. Meaning, the details on the screen look sharp and vibrant. Since this device has a 91.4% screen-to-body ratio, expect minimal bezels and maximized visual space as the display extends nearly edge to edge.
Furthermore, the realme 12 5G is equipped with a 120Hz refresh rate. This feature enhances the fluidity and responsiveness of on-screen animations and transitions, resulting in a smoother and seamless user experience. May it be scrolling your social media feeds, web browsing, or even playing games.
Now, for individuals like myself who spend a considerable amount of time outdoors and rely on their phones for various tasks, the realme 12 5G ensures seamless functionality even under direct sunlight. This device has a brightness capability of up to 950 nits that guarantees clear and legible screen visibility.
Capturing Moments
Apart from a phone’s aesthetics and processing power, we have to admit that most of the time, a phone’s cameras significantly influence our decision-making process when selecting a new smartphone.
A good example is the realme 12 5G. Its rear camera is equipped with 108MP 3x Zoom Portrait (which is similar to the realme 12 Pro+) and a 2MP black and white sensor. So, taking stunning and clear photographs without breaking the bank won’t be a problem at all.
This device empowers you to unleash your creativity and become a “Portrait Master,” as their slogan suggests. Whether you’re capturing candid moments with friends, picturesque landscapes, or artistic portraits, the realme 12 5G ensures that you can achieve professional-quality results without compromising on cost.
When it comes to its front-facing camera, the realme 12 5G boasts an 8MP camera. Details are sharp and crisp, and what I like about most is it gives a true-to-life skin tone. However, I noticed that this device is quite having trouble in terms of subject to background separation.
Power Generator
This device has a 5,000mAh battery, so doing your day-to-day tasks like social media browsing, a little bit of gaming, and watching your favorite movies without the thought of running out of power too quickly is not something you should worry about. As a matter of fact, on our standard video loop test wherein the brightness and volume are at 50%, the device lasted for 1 hour and 45 minutes which is a good number.
The Verdict
So overall, the realme 12 5G is indeed a balance of power of beauty. At a practical price of Php 14,999. This device proves that it’s not just about having a good performance or a chic design individually but about achieving harmony between these elements to provide a satisfying user experience., making it an attractive option for consumers seeking a balanced smartphone.
View Detail >>itel has launched the S25 Ultra smartphone in the Philippines.
The device comes with a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display. It comes with a resolution of 436 x 1080 pixels with 120Hz refresh rate.
The device has an upgraded camera setup to the same 50MP main and 32MP selfie cameras.
Under the hood, it is powered by a Unisoc T620 chipset paired with 8GB LPDDR4x RAM that you can expand with 8GB too and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage.
Battery-wise, the S25 Ultra is packed with a 5000mAh battery.
itel S25 Ultra Specs
- OS: Android 14
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz
- Dimensions: 6.9 mm
- Weight: 163g
- Resolution: 2436 x 1080 pixels
- Screen Size & Display: 6.78 inches AMOLED
- Chipset: UNISOC T620 SoC
- RAM: 8GB LPDDR4x
- Storage: 256GB UFS 2.2
- Rear Camera: 50MP main
- Front Camera: 32MP
- Battery & Charging: 5000mAh | Unspecified Charging
- Colors: Meteor Titanium, Bromo Black, Komodo Ocean.
Price and Availability
The itel S25 Ultra is priced at PHP10,999 for the 8GB of RAM and 256GB model. It will be available for pre-order on November 10, 2024.
View Detail >>iQOO has announced that its latest flagship, the iQOO 13, will officially launch in India next month, December.
The device boasts a 6.78-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED, that offers a 144Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and a peak brightness of 4500 nits.
It has a triple camera setup, which consists of a 50MP main camera, a 50MP ultra-wide camera, and a 50MP telephoto lens with up to 4x lossless zoom. The front camera is a 32MP sensor for high-resolution selfies.
The iQOO 13 is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite processor paired with a Q2 supercomputing chip.
For the battery, it has a 6150mAh battery with 120W wired charging support.
iQOO 13 Specs
- OS: OriginOS 15
- Network: Dual SIM | 5G
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 7
- Refresh Rate: 144Hz
- Dimensions: 163.37 x 76.71 x 7.99 mm
- Weight: ~ 213g
- Resolution: 3168 x 1440 pixels
- Screen Size & Display: 6.82 inches
- Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite
- RAM: 12 GB | 16 GB LPDDR5X
- Storage: 256GB | 512GB | 1TB UFS 4.1
- Triple Rear Camera: 50MP main f/1.88 | 50MP ultra-wide f/2.0 | 50MP telephoto f/1.85
- Front Camera: 32 MP f/2.45
- Battery & Charging:
- Colors: Legendary Edition, Track Edition, Isle of Man, Nardo Gray
iQOO 13 Launch
The iQOO 13 will be available in India on December 3, 2024.
Based on prices in China, it starts at CNY 3999 (approx. PHP 32,699) for the 12GB + 256GB model and CNY 4299 (approx. PHP35,199) for the 16GB + 256GB model.
Now onto the higher configurations, price starts at CNY 4499 (approx. PHP23,499) for the 12GB + 512GB model, 4699 CNY (approx. PHP36,799) for the 16GB + 512GB model, and lastly CNY 5199 (approx. PHP42,499) for the 16GB + 1TB model.
View Detail >>Numerous GCash users have taken to social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, and Reddit, to report alleged unauthorized transactions on their accounts.
The issue emerged last night, with affected users sharing posts and photos, sharing a screenshot with a text, “All money was claimed.”
GCash Unauthorized Transactions
The incident has drawn significant attention, with Filipina actress and TV host Pokwang also posting on Instagram to express her concerns after discovering that a total of PHP85,000 had been taken from her balance.
Business owners have also voiced their concerns, announcing that they will temporarily stop using the digital wallet for transactions to ensure their finances’ safety.
GCash has not issued an official statement regarding the reports. As of now, it is unclear if all the incidents are connected, but we will keep you updated as more details follow.
UPDATE: As of November 9, 2024 | 3:52PM
GCash has released a statement regarding the unauthorized transactions happening. GMA News has shared a photo through their official Facebook page that adjustments are ongoing.
Some of you might have noticed, that vivo has an upcoming new device which is the vivo S20 Pro.
According to a known leaker Digital Chat Station, the pro version of the S20 has passed China’s 3C certification.
vivo S20 Pro Expected Specs
Now, according to his leaks, the vivo S20 Pro might feature a 6.67-inch screen with 1.5K resolution. The device might also come in a quad-curved design.
Speaking of design, there are no rumors yet, but if we base it on the S19 series, and considering vivo releases new designs each time, it’s something to look forward to.
As for the cameras, it is also expected that the device will offer a 50MP main sensor and a 3x optical zoom periscope lens. No further details about its selfie cameras, but we will keep you updated.
The device might come equipped with MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300+ chipset.
Lastly, the vivo S20 Pro 3C certification indicates support for 90W fast charging.
What do you think of the upcoming series? It seems to have vivo X200 charging power, but maybe on a more affordable range?
View Detail >>Nothing Phone (2A) Plus Community Edition is hitting the Philippine market this November.
What is Nothing Phone (2A) Plus Community Edition? The Community Edition was created in collaboration with users across 47 countries, the phone incorporates over 900 user ideas, resulting in a green and silver-grey design inspired by fireflies.
There is not much of a difference in this device’s maintenance compared to the specifications of the original Phone (2A) Plus. It still has including the 6.7 inches AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. It has a resolution of 1084 x 2412 pixels.
Under the hood, it is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro 5G paired with 12GB of RAM and 256GB storage.
As for the cameras, the community edition features a 50 MP main and 50 MP ultra-wide. For selfies, it boasts a 50 MP shooter.
It comes with a 5000 mAh battery that you can charge using a 50 W wired charging.
Nothing Phone (2A) Plus Community Edition Specs
- OS: Android 14, Nothing OS 2.6
- Network: Dual Nano-SIM | 5G
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3 | WiFi 6
- Refresh Rate: 120 Hz
- Dimensions: 161.7 x 76.3 x 8.5 mm
- Weight: 190 g
- Resolution: 1084 x 2412 pixels
- Screen Size & Display: 6.7 inches AMOLED
- Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro 5G
- RAM: 12 GB
- Storage: 256 GB
- Dual Rear Camera: 50 MP main f/1.88 | 50 MP ultra-wide f/2.2
- Front Camera: 50 MP f/2.2
- Battery & Charging: 5000 mAh | 50 W
- Colors: Firefly Green
Nothing Phone (2A) Plus Community Edition Price
The Nothing Phone (2A) Plus Community Edition is already listed on the Nothing Phone Philippine website. It is currently priced at PHP24,990.
Also, unlike its global release of 1,000 units, the Community Edition in the Philippines will only be sold for a limited number of 25 units.
View Detail >>AOC has released its new CU34G4Z model, a 34-inch ultrawide gaming monitor.
The AOC CU34G4Z offers a 34-inch 3440×1440 WQHD resolution and 240Hz refresh rate.
It features a 1500R curve and a 21:9 aspect ratio, creating an immersive viewing experience. The monitor includes HDR400 support, a peak brightness of 400cd/m², and covers 91% DCI-P3 and 99% sRGB color spaces for accurate color reproduction.
Additional gaming-oriented features include Adaptive-Sync to reduce visual artifacts, Dark Boost for better visibility in low-light scenes, and an FPS sniper scope.
It also supports Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes for multitasking.
The monitor comes with multiple ports, including two HDMI 2.1, one DisplayPort 1.4, a USB-B, two USB 3.2 ports, and an audio port. Its ergonomic stand allows for height, tilt, and swivel adjustments.
AOC CU34G4Z Specs
- Refresh Rate: 240Hz
- Dimensions:
- Without stand: 367.5 x 808.3 x 102.9 mm
- With stand: 398.2~528.2 x 808.3x 237.4 mm
- Weight:
- Without stand: 6.6kg
- With stand: 8.1kg
- Resolution: WQHD 3440 × 1440 | HDR10
- Screen Size & Display: 34 inches Curved IPS
- Battery & Charging: 100 – 240V | 67W
- Colors: Black & Red
- Ports:
- 2x HHDMI 2.1
- 2x USB 3.2
- 1 x Audio
- 1x DisplayPort 1.4
- 1x USB-B
AOC CU34G4Z Price
The AOC CU34G4Z gaming monitor is priced at CNY 2,999 (approx. PHP24,399) and is now available in China.
View Detail >>Samsung has unveiled a new entry-level smartphone in the Philippine market. According to Samsung, the device will offer up to 6 generations of OS upgrades and 6 years of security maintenance.
The device boasts a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with up to 90Hz refresh rate. It has a resolution of FHD+ 2340 x 1080 pixels.
The new addition to the A series has a triple camera setup consisting of a 50MP main camera, 5MP ultra-wide, and 2MP macro. For selfies, it has a 13MP front camera shooter.
Under the hood, the A16 5G offers Dimensity 6300 with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. External storage support is also available up to 1.5TB via MicroSD.
Battery-wise, the device is packed with a standard 5000mAh battery and 25W wired charging.
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- OS: One UI 6.1, Android 14
- Network: Dual Nano SIM | 5G
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3 | WiFi
- Refresh Rate: 90 Hz
- Dimensions: 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
- Weight: 192 g
- Resolution: FHD+ 1080 x 2340
- Screen Size & Display: 6.7 inches Super AMOLED
- Chipset: Dimensity 6300
- RAM: 8GB
- Storage: 256GB
- Triple Rear Camera: 50MP main f/1.8 | 5MP ultra-wide f/2.2 | 2MP macro f/2.4
- Front Camera: 13MP f/2.0
- Battery & Charging: 5000mAh | 25W wired
- Colors: Gold, Blue Black
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Price
For the 8GB + 256GB configuration, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is priced at PHP13,990.
Samsung will offer up to six years of OS upgrades and 6 years of security maintenance, which means security updates are valid until September 30, 2030.
View Detail >>TP-Link has launched its latest Wi-Fi 7 devices in the Philippines, now offering 6GHz frequency support across its new range of routers and mesh systems.
Archer BE900
The Archer BE900 router is a quad-band Wi-Fi 7 model that delivers speeds of up to 24.4Gbps. With 12 antennas, dual 10G ports, and Beamforming technology, it is equipped to handle data-intensive tasks such as video streaming and video calls.
Additional features include enhanced parental controls, HomeShield security, and compatibility with EasyMesh.
Archer GE800
The Archer GE800 is a tri-band router tailored for gaming, providing speeds of up to 19Gbps and featuring eight antennas for reliable connectivity.
Dual 10G ports increase flexibility and throughput, designed to support AR and VR gaming with reduced lag. The Tether app offers easy management of the device.
DECO BE85
For users seeking broader home coverage, the DECO BE85 mesh system provides widespread Wi-Fi with reduced dead zones and improved overall performance.
The Multi-Link Operation feature allows devices to send and receive data across multiple bands, while AI-Roaming maintains smooth connectivity as users move throughout their home.
Compatible with all Wi-Fi generations, it works with most ISPs and modem types.
Pricing and Availability
TP-Link‘s new Wi-Fi 7 devices are available in the Philippines, with the Archer BE900 priced at PHP41,990, the Archer GE800 at PHP35,990, and the DECO BE85 (2-pack) at PHP59,990.
These products can be purchased on online shopping apps, or via TP-Link’s website.
View Detail >>Xiaomi‘s sub-brand Redmi has officially confirmed the launch of its budget-friendly Redmi A4 5G in India,
It features a 6.88-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It also has a waterdrop display for its front camera.
Speaking of camera, it has a dual-camera system led by a 50MP primary sensor and an 8MP front camera.
Under the hood, the A4 5G is powered by Snapdragon 4S Gen 2, but when it comes to its RAM and storage, there are no details yet.
Now for the batteries, it comes with a 5160mAh battery and support for 18W fast charging by a USB Type-C connectivity.
Redmi A4 5G Confirmed Key Specs
- Network: 5G
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz
- Screen Size & Display: 6.88 inches
- Chipset: Snapdragon 4S Gen 2
- RAM: N/A
- Storage: N/A
- Dual Rear Camera: 50MP main
- Front Camera: 8MP
- Battery & Charging: 5160mAh | 18W wired
- Colors: Black, Purple
Redmi A4 5G Launch
Redmi A4 5G will launch on November 20, 2024. You can check Xiaomi’s website for more details of its release in India.
View Detail >>HUAWEI has introduced its latest tablet, the MatePad 11.5 (2024), in China.
The new MatePad features an 11.5-inch TFT LCD display with a 2200 × 1440 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.
The tablet also includes PaperMatte technology to reduce glare, enhancing comfort for extended use.
The tablet features a 13MP rear camera and an 8MP front camera. It also has two configurations available, an 8GB of RAM partnered with 128GB of storage or a 256GB of storage.
Battery-wise, it offers a 7700mAh battery with 30W fast charging powers the device.
HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 (2024) Specs
- OS: HarmonyOS 4.2
- Network: Bluetooth 5.2 | WiFi
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz
- Dimensions: 260.88 × 176.82 × 6.85mm
- Weight: 499 g
- Resolution: 2200 × 1440 | 229 PPI
- Screen Size & Display: 11.5 inches TFT LCD IPS
- RAM: 8 GB
- Storage: 128 GB | 256 GB
- Rear Camera: 13MP f/1.8
- Front Camera: 8MP f/2.2
- Battery & Charging: 7700 mAh | Type-C |
- Colors: Island Blue, Frost Silver, Space Gray
HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 (2024) Price
The HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 (2024) starts at CNY1,699 (approx. PHP 13,899), with the PaperMatte Edition priced up to CNY2,099 (approx. PHP 17,199).
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