HTC One with LTE and 32GB memory also coming exclusively to Globe

Executives of HTC Philippines mentioned on the launch of the HTC One that it will be also available on Globe aside from being sold in retail stores unlocked and contract-free. Now, finally acknowledging HTC’s statement, Globe Telecom finally announces that the HTC One will be available exclusively to them. The HTC One features the newest HTC Sense 5 user interface on top...

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BlackBerry Q10 pre-orders begin, arriving on June 7 exclusively on Globe

The physical QWERTY keyboard-touting BlackBerry Q10 is making its way in the Philippines soon, with Globe Telecom announcing its exclusive release on their network. The BlackBerry Q10 runs the latest BlackBerry 10 operating system which has new features such as the BlackBerry Hub, BBM Video Share, and BlackBerry Balance. The LTE-equipped Q10 packs a physical QWERTY keyboard,...

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Globe ups the ante in postpaid race with the improved MySuperPlan

Globe Telecom recently held the formal launch of the Best Ever MySuperPlan, their newest product innovation yet which lets customers take customizing and personalizing their own plans to the next level. The improved and better MySuperPlan was revealed for the first time a few weeks ago when Globe launched the Samsung Galaxy S4. in the formal launch, they talked a little...

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HTC One now available in retail stores for P32,990

It has been plagued by supply and inventory problems. It faced quite a number of delays. But finally, the HTC One is here. Earlier this week, executives from HTC Philippines shared how important it is for them to keep their devices current and able to cope with what the users need. “With HTC’s continued effort to put the consumer at the center of our innovation, we have...

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Sony Xperia Z for Globe exclusively available on Allphones on Plan 1,799

Phone retailer Allphones just announced that they will be carrying the Sony Xperia Z for Globe Postpaid and that it will be available exclusively on their stores. The Sony Xperia Z will be offered by Allphones on Globe Postpaid Plan 1,799 with a cash-out of P8,079. They Xperia Z will be exclusive to Allphones and will not be available on Globe Stores. Allphones is a new...

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Samsung presents its latest Series LED monitors and Xpress printers

Whether you’re a designer, a gamer, or a professional who needs equipment like monitors and printers, Samsung has got you covered. Samsung recently demonstrated the performance, flexibility, and efficiency of their latest Series LED monitors and Xpress printers. "We are very pleased to present the latest range of monitors and printers from Samsung," says Hannah Castillo,...

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Globe bares new Tattoo@Home landline and internet plans

Globe recently announced an update to their Tattoo@Home landline, WiMax, and DSL plans, a move aimed to appease the budget-conscious people looking to get a home broadband and landline for their homes. For those who are looking to do light internet activities, Globe has the starter Plan 799. It includes a landline with unlimited NDD, Globe, and TM calls, a 1Mbps internet...

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ASUS launches the 7-inch Fonepad tablet in the Philippines

ASUS Philippines finally launched the 7-inch tablet, Fonepad in the Philippine Market. The ASUS Fonepad is a 7-inch tablet with built in 3G voice and mobile data functionality. This is ideal for people who want a phone functionality at the heart of a big 7-inch screen. The 7-inch tablet sports a 1280 x 800 IPS 10-finger multitouch display together with a 1.2-megapixel...

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5 Things You Should Know About AMD

If you own a desktop computer or a laptop, chances are you’ve seen that tiny AMD sticker placed on the palm rest of your laptop or on the front of your desktop’s CPU. You probably have been wondering, what’s AMD? To start with, AMD, which stands for Advance Micro Devices, is a multinational company which develops semi-conductor solutions like PC and graphics processors...

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Arc Mobile enters the market, announces the Nitro 400D, Prime 350, and more affordable Android phones and tablets

You probably haven’t heard of them yet, but here they are, now ready to conquer the market. Arc Mobile is the newest Filipino-owned mobile phone company which are planning to take on the masses. As with all other local companies, Arc Mobile’s goal is to offer phones and tablets to those who are in tight budget without sacrificing the key features most people need. Arc Mobile...

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Google announces the Samsung Galaxy S4 with stock Android

We really did not see this one coming. But apparently, the Samsung Galaxy S4 with stock Android operating system is in fact real. It has just been announced by Google a couple of minutes earlier at Google I/O 2013. The Samsung Galaxy S4 Google Edition will come unlocked, and with LTE network support for T-Mobile and AT&T in the US. It will have 16GB of storage and will...

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Allphones, an Australian-based mobile phone retailer, starts operations in the Philippines

A new friend of mine told me about this relatively new mobile phone retailer in the Philippines that is really unique from the other retailers. They go by the name Allphones, a company based in Australia, which only started operations in the country last April. The Philippine operations is spearheaded by TAO Corporation, a holding company founded in 1995 which focuses on...

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Nokia announces the aluminum-clad Lumia 925

Following months of rumors and speculations, Nokia has finally unwrapped its latest flagship Windows Phone, the Nokia Lumia 925. Moving from the usual polycarbonate plastic tradition for Lumia devices, Nokia gave the Lumia 925 an aluminum treatment with real metal surrounding its edges which makes the phone a real looker. What even made it more appealing is the trimmed...

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Review: Nokia Lumia 720 — flawless body, amazing camera and battery life

Nokia has been pushing a lot of Windows Phone devices lately, mainly to cover all price categories as possible — from entry-level up to the top high-end models. The two latest Lumia devices fall under the entry-level (Lumia 520) and the mid-range (Lumia 720) categories. In this review, we will tackle the Nokia Lumia 720 specifically, and how it positions against the other...

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Globe bares new MyRewards offers, seals partnership with Figaro, Wendy’s, and Enchanted Kingdom among others

At a press briefing today, Globe Telecom has revealed its new and more exciting MyRewards offers that subscribers may avail of using their points. Globe has shared how successful the rewards program is — to date. over 12 million subscribers have already used their points to redeem various rewards such as call & text services, electronics, and gift certificates. “The...

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Viber releases app for Windows and Mac, updates its Android and iPhone apps

If you always fancy free call and text apps, take a good seat and look at this. Viber, a very popular app which lets people send text messages and make calls for free on their phones, has just released the Windows and Mac versions of their app! Viber for Windows and Mac allows its users to do the basic Viber features such as making calls, send text messages, send photos,...

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HTC Butterfly Sense 5 and Android 4.2.2 OTA update leaks out

Owners of older HTC smartphones like the Butterfly, Droid DNA, and One X may have been feeling a little bit left out since all of HTC’s attention is now aimed at their new flagship, the HTC One. Apparently, that isn’t entirely true. Today, we have managed to snag a copy of the pre-release update that will bring Sense 5 and Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean goodies to the HTC Butterfly....

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HTC One arriving in the Philippines on May 13 for P32,990 with LTE and 32GB memory (update)

UPDATED, May 10, 2013: HTC Philippines has now opened the reservation for the HTC One. As announced, it will have a price tag of P32,990. Those who pre-order can claim their units on Monday, May 13. Yup, that’s on the day of elections. If you happen to hate plastic smartphones but carry an affection to beautiful-looking and nicely-build ones, then you probably already know,...

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Facebook for Windows Phone gets major redesign, now more functional and intuitive

Long-time Windows Phone users know how unpleasant using the current version (4.2.1) of the Facebook app. It’s clunky, confusing, slow, and just has too much wasted screen space. Luckily, Microsoft and Facebook has not forgotten to make the app better. Today, Microsoft announced the newly updated app coming soon which includes a new design now in line with the iOS and Android...

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