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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 >>Just like the Infinix ZERO 40 5G, the Infinix NOTE 40s is also listed on Shopee and is now available for purchase in the Philippines.
Infinix NOTE 40s in PH!
For specs, the Infinix NOTE 40s sports a 6.78-inch FHD+ LTPS 3D-curved AMOLED panel with 120Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass protection.
Powering the device is the 2.2 GHz 6nm MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate octa-core processor with Mali G57 MC-2 GPU, 8GB RAM (up to 16GB Extended Memory), 256GB UFS 2.2 storage, and 5,000mAh battery with 33W wired fast charging and 20W wireless charging.
It is also equipped with Infinix’s first self-developed power management chip called the ‘Infinix Cheetah X1’ which integrates high-precision power detection, scene support, and secure voltage detection modules into a single chip.
For optics, it boasts a 108MP main sensor, a 2MP macro lens, a tertiary camera, and LED Flash at the back. Upfront is a 32MP selfie camera.
There’s also a feature called ‘Active Halo’ at the back beside the cameras which is a First-in-Segment AI Lighting that lights up when there is an incoming call, a notification, when the user is playing or when the phone is charging, and when using voice assistant.
Infinix NOTE 40s specs:
- Network: 4G LTE
- Display: 6.78-inch FHD+ (2436 x 1080) 3D-curved AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, DCI-P3 Wide Color Gamut, up to 360Hz Touch Sampling Rate, Corning Gorilla Glass protection
- Build: Metalline Finish
- OS: Android 14, XOS 14
- Chipset: MediaTek Helio G99 (6nm)
- GPU: Mali G57 MC-2
- Memory: 8GB RAM, 256GGB USF 2.2 storage
- Security: In-display fingerprint scanner
- Rear Camera:
– 108MP ƒ/1.9 (main), AF
– 2MP ƒ/2.4 (macro)
– LED Flash - Front/Selfie Camera: 32MP ƒ/2.2
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), Bluetooth, BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, NFC
- Audio: Dual Speakers with JBL audio
- Port(s): USB Type-C
- Battery: 5,000mAh with 33W wired charging, 20W wireless charging, reverse wireless charging support
- Dimensions: 164.1 x 74.6 x 7.8 mm
- Weight: 176g
- Colors: Vintage Green, Obsidian Black
- Active Halo
- Infinix Cheetah X1
- IP54 dust and water resistant
Pricing and Availability
The Infinix NOTE 40s is priced at PHP 10,209 and is now available through Infinix’s official Shopee store.
View Detail >>DITO is offering a promo called the DITO itel P55 5G Phone Kit and it is now available through Shopee and Lazada.
DITO itel P55 5G Phone Kit
The DITO itel P55 5G Phone Kit entitles buyers to an itel P55 5G smartphone and a Level-Up 99 SIM bundle plus 1-year of unlimited 5G data.
The Level-Up 99 load promo provides subscribers with 9GB of data for 15 days, unlimited text and 150-minute calls to other networks, and unlimited DITO to DITO voice and video calls.
To avail of the 1-year unlimited 5G data, users must subscribe to eligible DITO Level Up promos, including the Level-Up 99. This comes after the 15-day load validity period of the Level-Up 99.
Other Dito Level Up promos include:
- Level-Up 129 (10GB) – PHP 129
- Level-Up 199 (16GB) – PHP 199
- Level-UP 299 (28GB) – PHP 299
- Level-Up 499 (55GB) – PHP 499
- Level-Up 999 (120GB) – PHP 999
These promos are valid for 30 days and come with 30-day Prime Video subscription, 300-min calls and unlimited text to other networks, unlimited DITO to DITO voice and calls, and with data rollovers.
For the phone’s specs, the itel P55 5G features a 6.6-inch HD+ (720 x 1612) IPS LCD panel with 90Hz refresh rate.
It is powered by the 2.4GHz 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 6080 octa-core processor with Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, 6GB RAM, 128GB storage, and 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support.
Camera-wise, it sports a 50MP main camera, an AI sensor, and LED Flash at the back. Upfront is an 8MP selfie camera.
Other specs include Dual SIM support, 5G network, 3.5mm audio jack, side-mounted fingerprint scanner, and Android 13 for OS with itel OS skin on top.
Pricing and Availability
The DITO itel P55 5G Phone Kit is priced at PHP 4,999 (PHP 4,499 11.11 discount) and is available through DITO’s official Shopee and Lazada stores.
The promo period is valid only until December 31, 2024.
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View Detail >>Launched last September, the Infinix ZERO Flip is now available for purchase in the Philippines. It is now listed through the brand’s official Shopee and Lazada stores.
Infinix ZERO Flip now in PH!
To recap, the Infinix ZERO Flip is the brand’s first-ever flip foldable smartphone featuring a 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED internal display with 120Hz refresh rate and an external 3.64-inch AMOLED display with also 120Hz refresh rate.
The cover screen can display 3D Dynamic Pets for users to interact and commonly used apps.
The foldable device boasts a zero-gap hinge, and a 400,000-fold hinge designed for longevity.
Under the hood, it is powered by the 2.6GHz 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 8020 octa-core processor with Mali-G77 MC9 GPU, up to 16GB RAM (with 8GB Extended Memory), 512GB internal storage, and 4720mAh battery with 770W Ultra Charge support via USB Type-C.
Camera-wise, it sports a 50MP mains sensor and a 50MP ultra-wide shooter, Upfront is a 32MP selfie camera with PDAF and built-in Flash.
The device also supports 3 years of security updates can be upgraded up to Android 16.
Infinix ZERO Flip specs:
- Network: 4G LTE, 5G
- Display (Inner): 6.9-inch (1080 x 2640) LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 2160Hz PWM Dimming, 100% P3 Color Gamut
- Display (Outer): 3.64-inch (1056 x 1066) AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate
- Build: Zero-gap hinge design
- OS: Android 14, HiOS
- Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 8020 (6nm)
- GPU: Mali-G77 MC9
- Memory: 8GB RAM, 512GB storage
- Security: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
- Rear Camera:
– 50MP (main)
– 50MP (ultra-wide)
– LED Flash - Front/Selfie Camera: 32MP AF, PDAF, LED Flash
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11ax (2.4GHz/5GHz), Bluetooth 5.2, BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, NFC
- Audio: Dual Speakers with JBL audio tuning; Hi-Res Audio
- Port(s): USB Type-C
- Battery: 4,720mAh with 70W Ultra Charge
- Dimensions (unfolded): 170.75 x 73.4 x 7.64mm
- Dimensions (folded): 87.8 x 73.4 x 16.04mm
- Weight: 165g
- Colors: Blossom Glow, Rock Black
Pricing and Availability
- 8GB + 512GB – PHP 29,999
The Infinix ZERO Flip is priced at PHP 29,999 and is now available through the brand’s official Shopee and Lazada stores.
READ: Infinix ZERO 40 5G launched, priced in the Philippines
View Detail >>Tesla has officially entered the Philippine market with the launch of the Tesla Model 3 and the Tesla Model Y electric vehicles in the Philippines. The company opened its first Tesla Experience Center at Uptown Bonifacio in Taguig.
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y now in PH!
The Tesla Model 3 is an electric sedan boasting a range of up to 629 kilometers per charge (WLTP) and can go from 0 to 100km/h in just 3.1 seconds. It also comes with a new appearance optimized for optimal aerodynamics and has a quieter cabin with 360-degree acoustic glass.
The Long-range variant has up to 533 km of maximum range. Users can also customize the Model 3, additional price is added, ranging from exterior colors, wheel design, to interior colors.
Additionally, it comes equipped with basic autopilot with features including autosteer and traffic-aware cruise control. Users can add up to PHP 384,000 for a full self-driving capability.
The Tesla Model Y, on the other hand, is a mid-size SUV boasting up to 533km range (WLTP), and up to 2,158 liters of cargo space. It can go from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds.
It also has basic autopilot just like the Tesla Model 3. Users can opt for up to full self-driving capability by adding PHP 394,000.
The Model Y can also be customized based on the user’s preference. Prices may vary depending on the customization.
Pricing and Availability
Tesla Model 3:
- Rear-wheel drive – PHP 2,109,000
- Long range – PHP 2,489,000
- Performance – PHP 3,099,000
Tesla Model Y:
- Rear-wheel drive – PHP 2,369,000
- Long Range – PHP 2,689,000
- Performance – PHP 3,299,000
Interested buyers must place a PHP 15,000 non-refundable deposit to secure an order. The Tesla Model 3 is also available for loan starting at PHP 36,553/month, while the Tesla Model Y starts at PHP 41,005/month.
Buyers can head to Tesla’s official website to order.
The delivery of the first set of Tesla cars is expected in the second quarter of next year.
Addittionally, Tesla also introduced its supercharger station at Uptown Mall. Supercharging is available at P19/ kwh which is around PHP 1,140 to fully charge a Tesla Model 3. More charging station will arrive soon, according to Tesla.
Those who are interested can visit the Tesla showroom at Uptown Parade, Uptown Bonifacio.
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View Detail >>Infinix has officially launched the Infinix ZERO 40 5G smartphone in the Philippines.
Infinix ZERO 40 5G in PH!
First launched in India, the Infinix ZERO 40 5G sports a 6.78-inch FHD+ 10-bit AMOLED curved display with 144Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The punch-hole camera houses a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN1 selfie camera.
Powering the device is the 3.1GHz 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate octa-core processor with Mali-G610 MC6 GPU, 12GB LPDDR4X RAM (up to 24GB Extended RAM), up to 512GB UFS 3.1 storage, and 5000mAh battery capacity with 45W wired fast charging.
At the back, it features a dual-toned finish and a large circular camera island for a watch-like finish housing a 108MP Samsung ISOCELL HM6 1/1.67-inch main sensor with OIS, a 50MP ultra-wide shooter, and a 2MP depth lens.
Check out its full specs below!
- Network: 4G LTE, 5G
- Display: 6.78-inch FHD+ (1080 x 2460) 10-bit AMOLED curved display, 144Hz refresh rate, 360Hz Touch Sampling Rate, 1500Hz Instantaneous Touch Sampling Rate, 100% DCI-P3 Color Gamut, peak brightness of 1300 nits, Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection
- OS: Android 14, XOS 14.5
- Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate (4nm)
- GPU: Mali-G610 MC6
- Memory: 12GB LPDDR4X RAM, 512GB UFS 3.1 storage
- Security: In-display fingerprint scanner
- Rear Camera:
– 108MP ƒ/1.75 (main), OIS
– 50MP ƒ/2.2 (ultra-wide), 120° FOV
– 2MP ƒ/2.4 (depth)
– LED Flash - Front/Selfie Camera: 50MP ƒ/2.45
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 ax, Bluetooth 5.2, BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, NFC
- Audio: Stereo speakers, Sound by JBL
- Port(s): USB Type-C
- Battery: 5,000mAh with 45W wired charging, 20W wireless charging, 10W reverse wireless charging
- Dimensions: 164.30 x 74.50 x 7.9 mm
- Weight: 195g
- Colors: Violet Garden, Moving Titanium, Rock Black
- IP54 dust and water resistant
Pricing and Availability
- 12GB + 512GB – PHP 18,119
The Infinix ZERO 40 5G is available only in 12GB + 512GB configuration and is priced at PHP 18,119. It can be purchased through Infinix’s official Shopee store.
READ: Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ Review
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.
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