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June 18, 2013

Cherry Mobile teases 7.7mm thin Android smartphone

You can always count on Cherry Mobile to tease you with its upcoming Android devices. Today they’re giving us a glimpse of this soon to be out Android smartphone that is only 7.7mm thin.

May 25, 2013

OS 10.1 update for BB Z10 in the PH now available

The OS 10.1 update for the BlackBerry Z10 has finally arrived here in the Philippines, bringing with it the much awaited new features and enhancements for the device.

May 24, 2013

What feature would you trade for longer battery life?

It’s incredible how cellular phones have evolved into something beyond just a communication device. However, as smartphones become more powerful, it tends to suck more juice out of your battery pack. This now begs the question: if given the chance, what smartphone feature are you willing to give up for an extra half a day’s [...]

May 12, 2013

Alcatel One Touch Idol Ultra Review

Earning the title of world’s thinnest smartphone in the market certainly gives the Alcatel One Touch Idol Ultra some attention. It’s an impressive feat but one that comes with a bit of a drawback. Read on and find out in our full review of the One Touch Idol Ultra.

May 02, 2013

Sony working on a CyberShot-infused smartphone

Whenever a company such as Sony decides to incorporate a technology from a certain product into a device on a different category, we can almost always expect a spectacular result. This is the reason we were pretty fired up when heard of the news about a rumored handset called Honami which is said to be [...]

April 28, 2013

Huawei Ascend Y300 Review

Entry-level Android smartphones have come a long way. Before, we have sluggish phones with single-core processors, 256MB RAM, and Gingerbread OS. Now, we have snappier droids with dual-core processors, at least 512MB of RAM, and Jellybean OS. One good example of the latter description is the Huawei Ascend Y300. Find out why by reading our [...]

April 25, 2013

Huawei Ascend W1 Review

The Ascend W1 is Huawei’s first smartphone to run Windows Phone 8. It has the looks, a good set of hardware, and an affordable price tag. Let’s find out how the W1 fares by reading our full review.

April 17, 2013

Samsung Galaxy Note 3: The Possibilities

So, the Galaxy S4 or any other flagship phone didn’t impress you and decided to wait for something else bigger (literally and figuratively). Your best would be the Galaxy Note line and there’s the uncertainty that what you’re waiting for may not be really worth it.

April 13, 2013

What will high-end phones be like next year?

Back then, HDTVs were rare and extremely high-end, cameraphones were regarded as totally rad, and phones that can double as an MP3 player were so cool. Times have changed.

April 10, 2013

Huawei Ascend Y210D Review

Looking for a very capable dual-SIM Android smartphone that won’t burn holes in your pockets? If that’s the case, the Huawei Ascend Y210D is one phone to consider. Find out why by reading our full review.

March 26, 2013

Cherry Mobile Flame 2.0 Review

We’ve been using the Cherry Mobile Flame 2.0 as our primary device for a whole week now and so far we’re very much satisfied with it except for a few issues. Let’s have a look at what CM’s first quad-core smartphone is capable of by reading our full review after the break.

March 20, 2013

Sony Xperia Z Review

Barely a year after running its own mobile division, Sony has gained a lot of traction and popularity in the Android smartphone market. The Sony Xperia Z is a testament to that. But, is it enough to make a mark in this very crowded and competitive space? Check out our full review after the break.

February 17, 2013

Microsoft Windows Phone: The Best and Worst of

Mobile operating systems is probably one of the most sensitive topics in the industry. Insult one platform and you start a flame war. Let’s move on, shall we and go back to basics. In the present perspective, what does Windows Phone have to offer? What does it lack? Read on and join in the discussion.

February 09, 2013

O+ 8.12 Review

Back in December, we gave you a primer of the 4.5-inch dual-SIM handset from O+. Now it’s time to look deeper into this handset and hopefully answer the question if the O+ 8.12 is worth its asking price.

February 02, 2013

Sharp Aquos SH930W Review

Sharp’s recent entry in the local smartphone market is highlighted by the Aquos SH930W, the first one to sport a full HD 1080p resolution. Check out our full review after the break.

January 28, 2013

Samsung’s new ad targets RIM’s enterprise prowess

There are a lot of ways to continue one’s domination. One method is to kill the seed even before it grows and another is to attack your competitor’s strengths. Samsung did both in their recent ad, but they’re not aiming at their heated rival this time around.

January 20, 2013

LUV Power Land All-in-One AC Power Charger

There are so many portable batteries for smartphones and tablets out there but this is the first time we’ve actually seen one that incorporates an AC wall charger right into the body. The LUV Power Land has just that feature.

January 11, 2013

Pixel Density: Feature or Gimmick?

Today we look into an aspect of a device’s screen which has been building up to be quite a trend as of late – the Pixel Density. Our goal is to shed some light on some of the common misconception that people have about it and hopefully answer this question along the way: At what [...]

January 10, 2013

Sharp Aquos SH530U phone first impressions

We’ve had a couple of days checking out Sharp’s new SH930W Aquos phone. This 5-inch Android smartphone comes in a unibody design and support for dual-SIM functionality.

December 25, 2012

5 Tech Gifts under Php500

It’s Christmas day, and for some of you who still hasn’t figured out what gift to give your tech savvy love one, here are 5 affordable suggestions you might want to consider. We’re pretty sure that there are other affordable tech gifts out there that weren’t mentioned on this post, so feel free to share [...]

December 13, 2012

Samsung Galaxy S3 gets Premium Suite Upgrade

In a two-part blog entry in Samsung’s official global blog , the South Korean manufacturer detailed the new features included in the Premium Suite Upgrade that will hit Galaxy S3 users in the next coming weeks. Get to know these features included in this upgrade after the break.

November 29, 2012

Day One Tour at the Qualcomm Headquarters

Qualcomm’s Editors Week is an annual event hosted by the company in their San Diego Headquarters in the last 3 or 4 years. The week-long event aims to immerse the tech media from emerging regions about Qualcomm’s effort in the mobile market.

November 26, 2012

Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Review

Cellphones used to be big and heavy. Then, they started getting smaller, thinner and light. Now, they’re starting to be bigger again. The Galaxy Note 2 is a good example of a big phone. At 5.5 inches, we bet half the population will have a hard time holding it with one hand.

October 30, 2012

Microsoft officially launches Windows Phone 8

Windows Phone 8 is now officially upon us as Microsoft has finally pulled the curtain off on their latest mobile OS. Head past the break to find out more about this revamped version of the Windows Phone OS.

October 06, 2012

Alcatel One Touch Tab T10 Review

Alcatel makes its first foray into the local tablet market is with this entry-level but very functional 7-inch Alcatel One Touch Tab T10. While the specs are pretty basic, the T10 turned out to be a worthy everyday tablet. Find out why in our full review after the break.

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