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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.
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Lenovo is gearing up to unveil a new version of their Legion Y700 gaming tablet, according to a recent Weibo post.
While detailed specs are still under wraps, a Geekbench 5 listing reveals that the updated model will be equipped with a processor and 12GB of RAM.
The new tablet will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
Compared to the 2023 Y700 gaming tablet, the upcoming model features a better chipset than the previous Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip.
Details about the display, storage, and battery are not yet available.
Lenovo Legion Y700 Gaming Tablet 2024 Launch
The Lenovo Y700 2024 is expected to be launched at Q4 2024, with an initial release likely in China before expanding globally.
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HUAWEI is set to unveil a new range of tech products, including wearables and tablets, at its upcoming keynote on September 19.
Filipino consumers are keen to see the latest advancements and features that could influence their next tech purchase.
One key highlight is the anticipated launch of the next-generation HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series, which is expected to feature the new TruSense System for enhanced health and fitness tracking. This system also includes emotional health monitoring.
The WATCH GT 5 Series may also showcase a refined design, with hints of sharp, geometric patterns and premium materials such as titanium alloy and ceramic.
Another notable release could be the updated HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate, possibly featuring golf-related functionalities and a new Dual-Color Bezel design.
The WATCH D 2 is rumored to include next-generation blood pressure monitoring, potentially offering dynamic, real-time measurements.
Additionally, the brand is likely to introduce the MatePad Pro 12.2” and MatePad 12 X tablets. The MatePad Pro is expected to feature a Tandem OLED PaperMatte Display and an upgraded Glide Keyboard with a new stylus storage design.
HUAWEI Smart Devices Launch
The launch event on September 19 will provide more details on these upcoming products. For updates, visit HUAWEI’s official website or social media channels.
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The realme Note Series is back and it has a new addition to the Note series, the realme Note 60.
The device has a 6.74-inch IPS LCD screen with a 90Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.
Under the hood, it is powered by the Unisoc Tiger T612 chipset and runs on Android 14 with realme UI 5.0. It comes in two storage options too, a 4GB RAM with 64GB of storage and a 4GB RAM with 128GB of storage.
When it comes to the cameras, the realme Note 60 features a single 32 MP main rear camera and a 5 MP front camera.
Battery wise, it has a non-removable 5000 mAh battery and supports 10W wired charging.
realme Note 60 Specs
- OS: Android 14, realme UI 5.0
- Network: Dual SIM | 4G LTE
- Refresh Rate: 90Hz
- Resolution: HD+ 720 x 1600 pixels
- Dimensions: 167.3 x 76.7 x 7.8 mm
- Weight: 187 g
- Screen Size & Display: 6.74 inches IPS LCD
- Chipset: Unisoc Tiger T612
- RAM: 4GB
- Storage: 64GB | 128GB
- Single Main Camera: 32MP
- Front Camera: 5MP
- Battery & Charging: 5000mAh | 10W wired | Type-C
- Colors: Voyage Blue, Marble Black
realme Note 60 Price
realme Note 60 comes in two colors, the Voyage Blue and Marble Black. It’s priced at PHP4,999 for the 4GB+64GB model and PHP5,999 for the 4GB+128GB model.
It is available for purchase on realme physical stores and realme’s Shopee Official Store, Lazada Flagship Store, and TikTok Shop.
Apple‘s iOS 18 introduces several new features and will be released this September 16, 2024 PDT.
Apple Intelligence offers personalized suggestions based on your context. The new writing tools assist with summarizing long texts, improving writing, and managing notifications.
Siri now has better language understanding and context awareness. Customization options include rearranging apps, new app icons, and the ability to lock sensitive apps.
In Messages, you can use playful text effects, schedule messages, and enjoy RCS support. Mail has improved email sorting and categorization.
Safari highlights important information on websites and offers an improved Reader mode.
Game Mode enhances performance and responsiveness for gaming. Apple Wallet now features better event tickets and guides.
AirPods provide clearer calls and enhanced spatial audio for gaming. Privacy and security improvements include more control over app access and better privacy settings.
Apple iOS 18 Compatible Devices
Here are the list of iOS 18 compatible devices:
- iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS, XS Max, XR
- iPhone SE (2nd generation or later)
Are you thinking about updating your iPhone? Why or why not?
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After launching a 10,000mAh power bank with 33W charging, Xiaomi has launched a new product this month again. A powerful 10,000mAh power bank with 165W charging
The 10,000mAh powerbank is equipped with dual USB-C ports and a built-in USB-C cable, delivering a total output of 165W.
It can charge smartphones, laptops, and other devices. With up to 90W input, it also supports fast recharging.
According to the brand, the Mix Fold 4 about 1.41 times, the iPhone 15 Pro Max 1.75 times, and the Xiaomi 14 Pro 1.8 times.
It supports multiple charging standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices, from smartphones to laptops. This versatility makes it a reliable option for users with various gadgets.
Xiaomi 10,000mAh Power Bank Price
The Xiaomi 10,000mAh powerbank is priced at CNY199 (around PHP1,599), it is now available for pre-order in China.
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After the launch of the Note 21 series, Meizu is gearing up to launch a new “flagship AI phone” called the Meizu Lucky 08. This seems contradicting as the brand appears to be still active in the smartphone market even after announcing its departure from the industry.
Meizu Lucky 08
The upcoming Meizu Lucky 08 will be unveiled on September 25, 2024, according to a Weibo post.
Moreover, the brand also released a teaser video, featuring the phone’s design. It will feature a unique camera design aesthetic with a circular camera island on the back, housing a large sensor.
The Weibo post also mentioned that the smartphone will cost around CNY 2,000, which is approximately PHP 15,769 if converted (without tax and duties).
The device is also currently on reservation through the brand’s official channel for only CNY 1.00 in China.
For specs, it is rumored to come with a 6,000mAh battery capacity and will run on Flyme AIOS for OS.
Official information about the device has yet to be revealed.
Again, the Meizu Lucky 08 will go live on September 25 in China.
Stay tuned for more updates.
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Following the unveiling of the Redmi 14C in Europe, Xiaomi sub-brand Redmi has released a new 5G smartphone under the 14 series in China, the Redmi 14R 5G.
Redmi 14R 5G
The Redmi 14R 5G features a 6.88-inch HD+ LCD panel with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 600 nits of peak brightness.
Powering the device is the 2.2GHz 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 octa-core processor with Adreno 613 GPU, up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM, up to 256GB UFS 2.2 storage, and 5160mAh battery capacity with 18W fast charging via USB Type-C.
Camera-wise, it comes with a 13MP main sensor and an auxiliary lens. Upfront is a 5MP selfie camera.
Redmi 14R 5G specs:
- Network: 4G LTE, 5G
- Display: 6.88-inch HD+ (1640 x 720) LCD, 120Hz refresh rate, up to 600 nits of peak brightness
- OS: Android 13, HyperOS
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (4nm)
- GPU: Adreno 613
- Memory: 4GB/6GB/8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128GB/256GB eMMC 5.1 storage (expandable up to 1TB via microSD)
- Security: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
- Rear Camera:
– 13MP (main)
– Auxiliary lens
– LED Flash - Front/Selfie Camera: 5MP
- Connectivity: WiFi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, NFC
- Port(s): USB Type-C, 3.5mm audio jack
- Battery: 5,160mAh battery with 18W charging
- Dimensions: 171.88 x 77.8 x 8.22 mm
- Weight: ~212.35g
- Colors: Olive Green, Lavender Purple, Deep Sea Blue, Shadow Black
Pricing and Availability
- 4GB + 128GB – CNY 1,099 (~PHP 8,666)
- 6GB + 128GB – CNY 1,499 (~PHP 11,821)
- 8GB + 128GB – CNY 1,699 (~PHP 13,398)
- 8GB + 256GB – CNY 1,899 (~PHP 14,983)
The Redmi 14R 5G is now available for purchase in China through Xiaomi’s official Chinese store.
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Xiaomi has launched a new gaming monitor in the Philippines with stunning visuals and e-sports flagship design, the Xiaomi Mini LED Gaming Monitor G Pro 27i.
Xiaomi Mini LED Gaming Monitor G Pro 27i
The Xiaomi Mini LED Gaming Monitor G Pro 27i, as the name implies, features a 27-inch Mini-LED panel with QHD (2560 x 1440) resolution. The display also comes with 180Hz refresh rate, 16:9 aspect ratio, 1ms GtG response time which reduces monitor ghosting and motion blur, and it supports AMD FreeSync to reduce tearing and lag.
The gaming monitor also boasts Mini LED technology with 1152 local dimming zones and 1608 beads, which Xiaomi said provides precise control over the image display and delivers exquisite and captivating light and shadow effects. It comes with dynamic backlight with four light control modes (High, Medium, Low, Disable) for different usage scenarios. Additionally, with HDR1000, it provides a peak brightness of 1000 nits and delivers clear and bright pictures.
The color display range is also broad in the G Pro 27i with 100% sRGB, 99% DCI-P3 and 97% Adobe RGB coverage. It also comes with seamless color transitions and 1.077 billion colors for an immersive experience.
With all that display features, the Xiaomi Mini LED Gaming Monitor G Pro 27i has TÜV Low Blue Light Certification ensuring that the monitor blocks out short-wave blue light for a pleasant and visually appealing viewing experience when the low blue light mode is activated.
For ports, it comes with a DisplayPort 1.4, and 2x HDMI ports.
Users can also mount the monitor as it supports a 75 x 75 VESA mount. It can be adjusted forward, backward, left and right, lifted and rotated.
Pricing and Availability
The Xiaomi Mini LED Gaming Monitor G Pro 27i is priced at PHP 18,499 and is now available for purchase through the brand’s official Shopee and Lazada stores.
READ: Xiaomi TV A Pro 43″ Review
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Samsung has launched its latest entry-level smartphone under the M series in India, the Samsung Galaxy M05.
Samsung Galaxy M05
The Samsung Galaxy M05 sports a 6.7-inch HD+ LCD panel with 60Hz refresh rate. The notch cutout houses an 8MP selfie camera.
Under the hood, it is powered by the 2GHz 12nm MediaTek Helio G85 octa-core processor with ARM Mali-G52 2EEMC2 GPU, 4GB LPDDR4X RAM, 64GB eMMC 5.1 expandable storage, and 5000mAh battery capacity with 25W wired fast charging via USB Type-C.
Moreover, it comes with a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP depth lens. Other specs include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, 3.5mm audio jack, and One UI 6 OS with two years of OS updates and up to four years of security patches.
Samsung galaxy M05 specs:
- Network: 4G LTE
- Display: 6.7-inch HD+ (720 x 1600) LCD, 60Hz refresh rate
- OS: Android 14, OneUI Core 6.0
- Chipset: MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm)
- GPU: ARM Mali-G52 2EEMC2
- Memory: 4GB LPDDR4X RAM, 64GB eMMC 5.1 storage (expandable up to 1TB via microSD)
- Security: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
- Rear Camera:
– 50MP ƒ/1.8 (main), AF
– 2MP ƒ/2.4 (depth)
– LED Flash - Front/Selfie Camera: 8MP ƒ/2.0
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.3, BeiDou, GPS
- Audio: Mono loudspeaker
- Port(s): USB Type-C, 3.5mm audio jack
- Battery: 5,000mAh with 25W fast charging
- Dimensions: 168.8 x 78.2 x 8.8mm
- Weight: 195g
- Colors: Mint Green
Pricing and Availability
The Samsung Galaxy M05 is priced at INR 7,999 (~PHP 5,334) and is now available in India.
No word yet for local availability.
You can also click here to know more about the device.
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Unveiled in Indonesia last month, realme’s budget smartphone under the NOTE series is now available to purchase in the Philippines, the realme NOTE 60.
realme NOTE 60 now in PH!
To recap, the realme NOTE 60’s main selling point is its durability; equipped with the brand’s ArmorShell protection with impact absorption and comprehensive safety protection. It incorporates a robust die-cast aluminum structure, an integrated metal inner frame, reinforced glass, coated protection film, shock-absorbing circuit board, component dispensing glue, screen protection bezel, and an InSeal design for further protection.
the phone comes with a wavy-line back design and is available in Voyage Blue and Marble Black colors.
Meanwhile, at the front, it sports a 6.74-inch HD+ IPS LCD panel with 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate, and up to 560 nits of peak brightness.
Powering the device is the 12nm UNISOC T612 octa-core processor with Mali-G57 GPU, up to 4GB of RAM, up to 128GB of internal storage, and 5000mAh of battery capacity with 10W wired charging via USB Type-C.
For cameras, the realme NOTE 60 boasts a 32MP main sensor and a 5MP selfie camera.
realme NOTE 60 sepcs:
- Network: 4G LTE
- Display: 6.74-inch HD+ (1600 x 720) IPS LCD panel with 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate, and up to 560 nits of peak brightness
- Build: ArmorShell
- OS: Android 14, realme UI
- Chipset: UNISOC T61 (12nm)
- GPU: Mali-G57
- Memory: 4GB RAM, 128GB storage
- Security: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
- Rear Camera:
– 32MP ƒ/1.8 (main), AF
– LED Flash - Front/Selfie Camera: 5MP
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS
- Audio: Bottom-ported speaker
- Port(s): USB Type-C, 3.5mm audio jack
- Battery: 5,000mAh with 10W charging
- Dimensions: 167.26 x 76.67 x 7.84mm
- Weight: 187g
- Colors: Marble Black, Voyage Blue
- IP64 dust and water resistant
Pricing and Availability
- 4GB + 64GB – PHP 4,999
- 6GB + 128GB – PHP 5,999
The realme NOTE 60 is now available through the brand’s official Shopee and Lazada stores.
READ: realme 13 Pro+ 5G Review
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