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April 12, 2012

HTC One X: Hands-on, First Impressions

Just got home from a very exciting event courtesy of HTC Philippines and Smart which was held at the Jump Center, SM Megamall. The event featured the pre-launch of the HTC One product line that boasts the hard-nosed, quad-core HTC One X and the sleek mid-range HTC One V.

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March 30, 2012

Sony Xperia S Review

So the Sony and Ericsson affair has finally ended and the mobile tech world is waiting for Sony to reveal its pure blood offspring the way they would for the next pope. What Sony has released from its labs is far from anything that resembles a PlayStation-loving teenager. Carrying a 4.3” HD screen under a piano black glass that is mounted on a poly-carbonate black-matte body, they have sent out a man in an Armani suit. Check out our full review of the Sony Xperia S after the jump.

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December 30, 2011

So, What’s our 2011 Gadget of the Year?

I did three TV guestings/interviews today (all about Top Tech Trends of 2011) and while I’m waiting for the 4th one this afternoon, I thought I’d ask our readers here about the best gadgets that came out in 2011.

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December 16, 2011

Official Globe iPhone 4S Postpaid Plans and Pricing

Globe Telecom hosted the Apple iPhone 4S launch at midnight at the Ayala Museum where the postpaid plans were revealed on the night itself with the first Globe iPhone 4S subscriber being The Philippine President himself.

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December 14, 2011

Apple iPhone 4S Review

Apple’s newest iteration of the iPhone was greeted with mixed reactions from the market. A lot has been said, both praises and disappointments, about what it should have been in the first place. Since the local launch of the iPhone 4S with Globe and Smart is just a couple of days away, let me share with you what I think of this phone. Check out our iPhone 4S review after the jump.

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October 23, 2011

Nokia N9 Review

The Nokia N9 is the most interesting phone that came out of the Finnish company in years. Not only because it comes with totally different OS but also because it represents what Nokia could have become if it had done this strategy way earlier. Check out our full review of the Nokia N9 after the jump.

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September 08, 2011

ZTE MF60 HSPA+ Pocket WiFi Review

We featured this HSPA+ capable mobile hotspot from ZTE a few weeks ago and we’ve finally gotten a review unit to test. Like many other pocket WiFi (MiFi) devices before it, the ZTE MF60 is one pretty kick-ass unit. If only it were more affordable.

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November 27, 2010

The Akihabara Experience

Spent the entire day today at Akibahara, the mecca for all gadget-geeks. It’s everything I had imagined it to be and then some. So here’s the run-down.

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November 12, 2010

LG Optimus One Preview & Sale FAQ

Due to insistent demand, we had to squeeze in this little Optimus One preview and personally asked reps from LG Philippines regarding the mechanics of the sale tomorrow. Here’s what we got so far.

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January 21, 2010

Nokia Ovi Maps with Turn-by-Turn Navigation

Nokia has just announced it is now offering Ovi Maps with turn-by-turn navigation to all users globally. Best of all, it’s also available for the Philippines for free.

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May 24, 2009

Thanks to YugaTech Sponsors!

I’d like to give a shout out to this month’s sponsors on YugaTech.

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April 03, 2009

Odysseylive Reboots: Interview with Jay Fonacier

Starting this month, I will be doing regular feature interviews with local start-ups, internet entrepreneurs, executives of blue-chip companies and interesting web personalities to add to the mix of topics I’m covering for this blog. For this month, I’d like to check back on Odysseylive and talked to President & Managing Director, R. Jay Fonacier, and what he thinks of the digital music scene in the Philippines.

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November 30, 2006

Part-time Work-from-Home Web Copywriter Job

Here’s a request sent to me for a work from home job as a Web Copywriter. You or someone you know might be interested:

Scope

As a Web Copywriter, you be responsible for developing copy from concept to publication using established best practices for web copywriting. Copy requirements will vary from project to project (e.g. style, voice, etc.). Sometimes, you may also have to write for print.

Required Skills

- Expert knowledge of English grammar
- Expert knowledge of web copywriting techniques

Highly Desirable Skills, But Not Necessary

- Knowledge of (X)HTML
- Knowledge of website usability
- Knowledge of website accessibility

Education

Bachelors degree in English, Mass Communications, or equivalent (exceptional skills and experiences may be used as substitute)

Skills Matrix

If possible, please include in your résumé a detailed skill matrix categorizing your expertise as Basic, Standard, Advance, or Expert and indicate how many years experience you have in that skill as well as what was the last year you used that skill. Also, please include a brief narrative of your knowledge and experience in that particular skill.

Work Portfolio

Please make sure your résumé references examples of your work accompanied with an explanation of what you did to accomplish the task. If your résumé does not include this information, be prepared to provide examples upon request.

Make Your Résumé Stand Out

Here’s a résumé tip that will help you stand out from your competition: do not simply list your roles and responsibilities from previous employments; you should also list your accomplishments qualitatively and quantitatively.

About The Company

You will be working for a startup company that plans to offer web design and development services to small to medium-sized enterprises in the US (primarily).

The company is currently based in Hawaii with plans of opening an office in the Philippines when operational requirements necessitate it. An office in New Zealand is also planned for the future.

Opportunities

In this startup environment, your opinion will be highly valued and regarded. This is a great opportunity for those who are highly dedicated, motivated, and passionate about their careers and want to be recognized for their efforts.

When the need arises, there is a possibility that the company will sponsor qualified employees to relocate overseas.

Work Setup

This is a part time, work-from-home position. You will need to provide yourself with access to a computer, the Internet, and development tools required in the performance of your duties. Our primary means of communication will be via email, IM, and telephone.

How To Apply

Please send your résumé to kiphughes@gmail.com along with samples of
(or links to) your work.