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Which phone will get your hard-earned money this December?

December is fast approaching and it’s usually the month of the year when people have saved up for that handset purchase of the year. This season, 3 flagship handsets will vie for your hard-earned money — the , and the .

All three flagship smartphones happen to represent the best each mobile operating system can offer — Android, iOS and Windows Phone. We hope all three will land in the Philippines this December.

Samsung Galaxy Note 2. Announced in Berlin, Germany during IFA, the Galaxy Note 2 follows the same upgrade path as the Galaxy S3.

The Galaxy Note 2 boasts of a 5.5-inches Super AMOLED display with 720p resolution, quad-core processor, 2GB RAM, 64GB capacity, NFC, LTE and a 3100mAh battery. The Note 2 will run the latest Android OS which is Jellybean. Samsung is definitely banking on their superb hardware specs couple with Google’s Android ecosystem.

Estimated retail price — Php33k to Php36k (price based on SRP of Galaxy S3 and the SRP of Galaxy Note when it was launched in the Philippines).

Nokia Lumia 920. The Lumia 90 is Nokia’s first flagship smartphone running Windows Phone 8.

The Lumia 920 sports a 4.5-inch 720p HD display, dual-core Krait processor, 1GB RAM, 32GB storage, NFC, and LTE. This will be the first time we will see Windows Phone 8 on a more updated set of hardware. There’s also the PureView technology which we’ve seen on the Nokia 808 to be very impressive (it’s not exactly the same as the 808 though so we’ll have to test it again).

Estimated retail price — Php28k to Php30k (price is based on the SRP of the Lumia 900 when it was released in the Philippines).

Apple iPhone 5. Announced last week, the iPhone 5 added some incremental upgrades to the iPhone 4S.

This is the first time the iPhone got bigger, from 3.5-inch to 4.0 inches. It’s runs on an A6 chip, has 1GB RAM, 64GB storage and LTE. Apple is banking on its solid design and tight ecosystem to sell the iPhone 5.

Estimated retail price — Php34k to 38k (price is based on the prepaid kit price of Smart and Globe when they released the iPhone 4S last year).

Again, we hope that all three of these flagship devices will be released in the Philippines on or before the holiday season.

So, which one of these handset will take your hard-earned money? Go hit the comments to cast your votes.

Abe Olandres
Abe Olandres
Abe is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of YugaTech with over 20 years of experience in the technology industry. He is one of the pioneers of blogging in the country and considered by many as the Father of Tech Blogging in the Philippines. He is also a technology consultant, a tech columnist with several national publications, resource speaker and mentor/advisor to several start-up companies.
  1. Iphone 5

  2. LG Optimus G ftw!

  3. IP 5

  4. definitely the iPhone5..

  5. None. I’ll wait for the Next Nexus.

  6. NBA 2k13
    Metal Gear Social Ops
    Real Racing 3

    with apple apps, you will never get bored!
    games and apps are always better on the iPhone!

    so..

    iPhone 5 FTW!

  7. iPhone 5!

  8. You know if Nokia will just be more innovative with their phones I think they will reclaim their formal glory. Iphone? their going flat line with this one. Galaxy? Now thats a smart phone.

  9. i will say iphone 5 cause i dont think, i buy all apple crap like a zombie.

    /kidding off

  10. my mother will have my hard-earned money this coming December.

  11. it a no brainer!

    -pang porma
    -better quality
    -great support
    -better apps

    iPhone 5!

  12. it a no brainer!

    -pang porma
    -better quality
    -great support
    -better apps

    iPhone 5!

  13. Nokia Lumia 920!

  14. The Note 2.

  15. note2 and s3 = laggy os and apps
    lumia 920 = good but heavy
    iphone 5 = FTW

  16. I will buy note 2 as my xmas gift for myself, iphone5 next may as bday gift and by that time price of it will be much lower.

  17. Lumia 920 ATT variant estimated at $499

    and

    Xiaomi Mi2

  18. Neither, I’ll go for Xperia Nexus

  19. Base on the Stats, Nokia Lumia 920 is the most innovative smartphone among the three. And with that price? I don’t I’d consider any other.

  20. Note 2! No doubt!

  21. iSheep! LOL I’ll still go for iPhone 5!

  22. Nokia Lumia 920

  23. iPhone5! Stable OS, superb quality apps!

  24. NOTE 2 my preference.

  25. Nokia Lumia 920. I been wiping off the drool on my face ever since I saw it! Love it so much!

  26. NOTE 2 rocks!

  27. still waiting for HTCs announcement on the 19th before I decide

  28. the best option to get a Lumia 920 is still getting it from ATT when the Lumia 900 came out it was only for $499 and is now only $399 a few months later

  29. None…I’ll save my money for other useful stuff.

  30. Note 2 syempre!

  31. Hello Moto.

  32. I’ll go for Sony Xperia V!

  33. iPhone 5… the best

  34. no xperia v or xperia t?

  35. definitely GN2

  36. obviously the beautifully different Lumia 920. you cant even distinguish an iphone 5 to an iphone 4s in a glance. you will still use a pathetic protector/cover coz its freakin fragile. base your ‘porma’ when you take your iphone outside NAKED which i hardly doubt isheeps will do.

  37. iPhone 5 syempre!

  38. LG Optimus G.

  39. ill go for Lumnia 920 best suited for me..

  40. It all boils down to preference. If I had the money, I’d spend it on the Nokia Lumia 920.

    The iPhone just became too boring. The screen size is weird (not 16:9). No real new features compared to the Galaxy and the Lumia.

    @Darwin: If you did get a chance to use the S3, It’s not really laggy.

  41. Any review for sony xperia?? I am eying one of xperia series

  42. kht ala dyan sa choices ang lg, LG Optimus G ako

  43. Ip5

  44. Note 2 upgrade sa Galaxy Note ko.

    pero yung hard-earned money ko ay kinuha na ng BIR :(

  45. I was really waiting for the g note 2… unfortunately my present g note destroyed my micro sd card deleting my important files and pics… so i guess fate is telling me to change ecosystem… Lumia 920 & 820 for me

  46. I dont see the point but being evil of bashing other phones to build those that they prefer. Ang tanong lang naman alincang bibilhin nyo? No need magsiraan. Isuport nyo nalang inapositive way yung preference nyo.

    I just bought a galaxy sIII and i love it do much. I have an iphone 4 too, so maybe ill be upgrading to the i5 later. I just love how simple it is to use. Dahil bigger screen na xa, i may drop my ipad na for reading ebooks.

    But the lumia 920 looks cool too. If siguro madami akong money, pareho nalang nyung i5 and 920.

  47. it a no brainer!

    -pang porma
    -better quality
    -great support
    -better apps

    Motorola Droid Razr HD Maxx

  48. it a no brainer!

    -pang porma
    -better quality
    -great support
    -better apps

    Motorola Droid Razr HD Maxx (which ironically, is not on the list)

  49. SONY Smartphone

  50. I’m surprised at how the Galaxy SIII is missing in this shortlist. The Note 2 relatively has a lesser target market as the iPhone 5. But before I forget, I’d wish Apple freaks all the satisfaction with their latest dumbphone given a very OPEN and LIVELY OS. Rejoice! ROFL

  51. Waiting for Ascend D Quad.

  52. Nokia Lumia 920! Hands down the most exciting smartphone since the iPhone 4.

  53. I’ll get the Lumia 920 din!

  54. I’m really interested in the Motorola RAZR M, I hope it comes to the Philippines by December or early next year :)

  55. Nokia Lumia 920 the best!

  56. Its Nokia Lumia 920 for me not because its the cheapest but because its the greatest in terms of camera specs. Saw all the presentation of the floating lens with Pureview tech and its by far the most suited for every camera phone. I love the yellow

  57. iPhone 5!

  58. nokia hotness.

  59. ill but Lumia 920 and ipod Touch 5th gen…

  60. ill buy Lumia 920 ive been waiting for this,and ipod Touch 5th gen…

    ppliin mo iphone 5 because maganda ang apps, but alam naman natin madaling maubus ung bat nang iphones kapag nag ggames ka dba… so if you want to spend less go for d i touch…

  61. Dapat magsama na lang ang Nokia at Sony,kasi mahilig sila sa dual-core….Huli man sa paligsahan,tumatakbo pa rin.

  62. Lumia! sana lang may expandable memory cya like his lesser siblings

  63. I swore to myself that I’ll be getting the iPhone 5 since ninakaw yung iPhone 4 ko.. But realizing of what it’s going to offer, parang ililipat ko nalang yung attention ko kay Lumia 920.

  64. I go,,, for Phone for Nokia Lumia 920 and Ipod touch 5

  65. well it’s time for my iPhone 4 to retire and get an iPhone 5 & touch 5 for my little sister

  66. waiting for reviews sa Xperia T :) gusto ko ng xperia

  67. Nokia Lumia 920 or Sony Xperia T!

  68. none of the above..

  69. I’ll have the nokia lumia 920.

  70. LG Optimus G.

    HARDWARE
    System chip:
    Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro APQ8064

    Processor:
    Quad core, 1500 MHz, Krait

    Graphics processor:
    Adreno 320

    System memory:
    2048 MB RAM

    Built-in storage:
    32 GB expandable

    CAMERA:
    13 megapixels
    Flash:
    LED

    Features:
    Auto focus, Face detection, Smile detection, Exposure control, ISO control, White balance, Multi shot, Digital zoom, Geo tagging, Panorama, Scenes, Effects

    Camcorder:
    1920×1080 (1080p HD)

    Features:
    Video calling
    Front-facing camera:
    Yes 1.3mp

    DSIGN : the screen blends seamlessly with the rest of the device when it’s off, and that the Crystal Reflection process used for the first time on the back of LG’s new Optimus G smartphone.

  71. The specs of Samsung Galaxy Note 2 even beats the older Tablets. It might take time, but I’ll save up for Samsung Galaxy Note 2. Size is not an issue, and my hands are big enough for it, I’m of 6″2 in height.

  72. Next Nexus phone!!! or Motorola Droid Razor Maxx HD

  73. Samsung Galaxy Note 2 gets my vote! Quad-core, 2GB memory, large screen, expandable storage, and many more…

  74. I’m still undecided.

  75. LG Optimus G. (E973)

    When QUALCOMM and LG come together,something special happens.

    BODY; Dimensions 131.9 x 68.9 x 8.45 mm
    Weight; 145 g

    LG’s most powerful LTE smartphone, powered by Qualcomm’s (LATEST) next- generation Quad-Core Processor Snapdragon S4 Pro

    OPERATING SYSTEM:
    Android OS, v4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), planned SOON OR LATER upgrade to v4.1.1

    Chipset; Qualcomm MDM9615/APQ8064
    CPU; Quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
    GPU; Adreno 320

    MEMORY:
    Internal 32/2 GB RAM
    expanadble MicroSD

    CAMERA:

    13MP. ULTRA SLIM CAMERA front: 1.3mp

    World’s Best Camera Module. the camera module mounted on the upcoming Optimus G contains the world’s best, ultra compact and ultra slim camera and is considered as a result of best technologies.

    BATTERY:
    Optimus G will soon be unveiled with a next-generation lithium-polymer battery from the World’ No.1 secondary battery manufacturer, LG Chem.

    DISPLAY;

    G2 Touch Hybrid Display technology

    Type: True HD-IPS + LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors

    Size: 768 x 1280 pixels, 4.7 inches
    (~318 ppi pixel density)

    Multitouch and LG Optimus UI v3.0

    DESIGN:

    OLARIZED CRYSTAL GLASS and jewel-like sophisticated materials used on the back for design.

    The BEST LG’s Optimus G.

  76. Optimus “G”

    THE MOST POWERFUL SMARTPHONE EVER MADE
    by LG and Qualcomm together.

    Qualcomm’s S4 Quadcore krait adreno 320!

    true HD IPS plus DISPLAY

    2GB of RAM
    13MP Best Camera.
    8.4mm thin
    3mm bezels

    metallic and premium crystal glass design.

  77. Sony Xperia TX :-)

  78. masaya na ako sa Sony Xperia V.
    Waterproof na nga at-par pa sa specs ng iPhone 5!

  79. note 2 . i am selfish with my gadget. i really don’t want to see a lot of people using the same gadget i am using, reason i used several generations of nokia communicator(the brick) in the past. please just buy the lumia or iphone 5.

  80. I go for Lumia 920!
    every cent worth :))

  81. Lumia 920 and Iphone 5

  82. the only advantage of Apple over its competitors is its incredibly huge app market. an elongated iPhone4s is useless to me since i already own an iPad.

    nokia lumia 920 is promising… but not to an avid FM radio listener like me. the nokia phone, surprisingly, has no FM radio (just like the iphone).

    Galaxy note 2 is perfection. Huge app marketplace. Gigantic screen. Very snappy OS. Widgets!

  83. Will pass on this 3. Will wait for BB10 to come out. If ever BB10 is not going to be impressive i’ll go with Lumia 820 instead. Screen above 4.3″ is too big for me. I hope BB10 would really wowed us all ü

  84. hahaha yun LG same specs lang ng XIAOMI Mi2 except for the 4.7″

  85. Lumia 920 for me

  86. Nokia 5110 parin!
    maski ibato mo, buhay parin!

  87. hahaha….Xiaomi Mi2 nalang ang bibilhin ko….17k lang quadcore na….swak narin ang quality..

  88. NOTE2. OPTIMUS G sounds good but after owning the optimus HD lte I’m not really impressed with LG’s support. Slow updates and hard to root. Not as friendly as the Samsung. I loved my original note and expecting even greater satisfaction from the note 2.

  89. Only Nokia Lumia 920.

  90. i’ll bank on these P4,900.00 priced Android Phones;

    either MyPhone A858 Duo oR Lenovo A60+

    …ahehe :)

  91. i’ll bank on these P4,900.00 priced 1Ghz Android Phones;

    either MyPhone A858 Duo oR Lenovo A60+

    …ahehe :)

  92. OPPO Find 5
    18k lang!

    System: Andriod Jelly Bean4.1

    Processor (CPU): Krait APQ8064

    GPU Model: Qualcomm Adreno320

    Memory: RAM: 2G ROM: 16G, 32G

    Network standard: – FDD-LTE – TDD-
    LTE – UMTS / HSPA – CDMA2000
    1xAdvanced, the EVDO Rev.B – TD-
    SCDMA – GSM / GPRS / EDGE

    Screen resolution: 1920 * 1080

    Screen material: IPS retina screen

    Screen size: 5-inch 16:9

    Camera: after 1200 Sony back-
    illuminated camera, dual LED fill light,
    face recognition, 8x digital zoom,
    autofocus, touch focus, support
    camera shortcut key, 2000000
    Samsung camera

    Headphones: 3.5mm

    Sensor: three-axis gyroscope, 3D
    compass, proximity sensor, light sensor,
    gravity sensor

    NFC: Support

    Body size: 129mm * 65mm * 6.9mm
    flat, with no protruding
    Body Material: Corning Gorilla glass
    before, after the matte texture of steel
    fiber back cover

    Body color: black, white

    Memory card: support 16G, 32G
    Back cover whether replacement: can
    be replaced, color covers

    Battery capacity: 2500mAh

    walang panama ang optimus g d2

  93. Will the Xiaomi M2 be available locally?

  94. No HTC One S or X? :(

  95. Maybe something that would fit my budget. 3 of those phones are quite expensive.

  96. if ever myphone releases the A898 from the rumor mill (oem = THL W3+), i’ll go for it! but for now, had my eyes set on alcatel inspire…

  97. iPhone 5.

    Lol at china phones.

    Lol at LG and Samsung.

  98. Hahaha! Sa mga nagsasabing naiwanan ang Lumia kasi dual-core lang. Hahahaha.

    Nakita nyo na ba ang benchmarks ng Krait against S3 at One X?

    Baka makaihi kayo sa bilis ng Krait.

  99. Google Nexus phones?…. Sony Phones?…d b ksali???….but will go for google nexus phone

  100. Nokia Lumia 920 baby!!

  101. Lumia 920!! Fo’ sureee :)

  102. Galaxy Note 2. I’m an avid fan of iphone but specs wise GN2 wins this time.

  103. iPhone is still a midget phone. GNote 2 is awesome. :)

  104. Nokia X1 or X3. I can’t believe how hard it is to find a decent phone these days with a numerical keypad. Touch screen shmuch screen.

  105. galaxy note 2

  106. galaxy note 2

  107. LG OPTIMUS “G”

    LG UNVEILS WORLD’S FIRST LTE SMARTPHONE WITH SNAPDRAGON QUAD-CORE

    Newest Premium Device from LG Sets High Benchmark for Performance and Usability

    SEOUL, August, 28, 2012 -– LG Electronics (LG) revealed its newest premium mobile device with the announcement of the Optimus G, a high-end smartphone that offers powerful performance, an elegant and sleek design, and an innovative user experience. As the first LTE device featuring Qualcomm’s Snapdragon™ S4 Pro Quad-Core processor, Optimus G will set the foundation for every future premium smartphone from LG.

    Best-of-Best Technologies
    To offer the best smartphone to consumers, LG gathered industry-leading partners and technologies to develop the Optimus G. In collaboration with Qualcomm, LG developed the Optimus G with the goal to be the first LTE smartphone with the Snapdragonâ„¢ S4 Pro CPU. LG also joined hands with vertically-integrated sister companies LG Chem, LG Display and LG Innotek for the ultimate battery capacity, viewing and user experience.

    Next Generation Quad-Core with LTE
    The Optimus G will be the first commercial and global smartphone to offer the Snapdragon S4 Pro (APQ8064) processor with a Quad-Core Krait CPU, LTE supported capabilities, and the newest generation Adrenoâ„¢ 320 GPU. The Snapdragon S4 Pro runs at 1.5GHz and features Asynchronous Symmetric Multiprocessing (aSMP), which enables each core to power up and down independently, for maximum performance with better battery life. Furthermore, the Adreno 320 is over three times faster than the Adreno 225 found in previous Snapdragon processors for an enhanced gaming experience with faster frame rates, smoother play and support for higher HD resolution displays.

    Cutting-edge Display and Outstanding Battery Efficiency
    With help from LG Display, the Optimus G sports a beautiful 4.7-inch WXGA True HD IPS+ Display with 320ppi high pixel density (1280×768 pixels) and Stripe RGB IPS Panel with 15:9 aspect ratio. LG Display pushed the boundaries of its technology to offer True HD IPS+ Display, which is sharper and crisper with color accuracy of sRGB 100 percent to show natural and life-like images.

    Moreover, the Optimus G will be the first smartphone to be equipped with LG Innotek and LG Display’s newly developed G2 Touch Hybrid Display for touchscreen panels (TSP). The G2 Touch Hybrid Display is thinner than current TSPs and offers the slimmest panel display with no diffused reflection for clearer and sharper visibility, even outdoors. Thanks to the new technology, the thickness of the screen panel has been reduced and the screen itself is much stronger to withstand damage from impact.

    Lastly, LG Chem developed a high-density 2,100mAh battery that provides more power capacity and prolonged charging cycles. The new battery technology extended the battery lifespan to 800 cycles at 80 percent charging capabilities, much greater than the lifespan of 500 cycles in regular phone batteries.

    Enhanced UX for Productivity and Entertainment
    Whether users need functionality or fun in their daily lives, the Optimus G has it all, including a high-resolution 13.0MP camera and unique and differentiated user experience (UX) features, such as:

    · Live Zooming allows zooming in and out while viewing a video;
    · Dual Screen Dual Play, not only allows mirroring between the smartphone and a TV, it also has the ability to
    display different content on each screen. For example, a slide presentation can be displayed on the TV
    while the Optimus G shows the accompanying speaking notes;
    · QMemoTM, first seen in the Optimus Vu:, allows users to write, draw, or jot a memo directly on the captured
    screen with their finger for sharing instantly with others as an attachment or a URL;
    · Time Catch Shot allows users to select and save the best shot among the images taken just before the
    shutter button is depressed;
    · Cheese Shutter takes a photo when a voice command is spoken.

    The added UX features are anticipated to provide instant and intuitive productivity to complete tasks beyond simple multitasking.

    Innovative and Modern Look
    LG maintained its differentiated design philosophy with the Optimus G. The Optimus G is encased in an eye-catching slim body epitomizing timeless beauty that perfectly demonstrates LG’s design philosophy. Premium glass is utilizied on the back cover with a polarized glass pattern that offers a clean, modern look. The G2 Touch Hybrid Display contributed significantly to the design of the Optimus G as it reduced the thickness of the device enabling Optimus G to fit more comfortably in the hand. And the jet black front display flows smoothly into the body for a seamless look with no gaps.

    “We are confident that users will have a superior experience with everything that we’re offering in the Optimus G,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “Optimus G isn’t just another high-performance phone with the latest bells and whistles. It’s a collaboration of some of the best component makers on the planet coming together for a singular cause, to develop a smartphone that stands out in a sea of me-too devices.”

    NTT DOCOMO will be the first to unveil a Japanese edition of the Optimus G. The global version of the device will be launched in Korea in September, followed by other markets worldwide.

    Key Specifications:
    · Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro Processor with 1.5GHz Quad-Core CPU, Adreno 320 GPU with 4G LTE
    · Operating System: Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
    · Network: 2G / 3G / 4G LTE
    · Display: 4.7-inch WXGA True HD IPS+ (1280×768 pixels) / 15:9 ratio
    · Memory: 32GB
    · RAM: 2GB DDR
    · Cameras: 13.0MP rear / 1.3MP front
    · Battery: 2,100 mAh
    · Size: 131.9 x 68.9 x 8.45mm
    · Weight: 145g
    · Other: Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi, USB2.0 HS, A-GPS, MHL, DLNA, NFC

  108. Design & Performance Lg’s Optimus G.
    IS the CLEAR WINNER!

  109. Only Lumia920 touches my skin…

  110. Iphone 5!!! i already ordered.

  111. next nexus by March/April on Kimstore / Widget City

  112. I hope the Lumia 920 will be a biiig hit!

    GO LUMIA 920!

  113. Nokia Lumia 920

  114. Nokia Lumia 920 is a BLISS!!! Indeed The MOST Innovative Smartphone of 2012 (^_^)

  115. definitely Nokia Lumia 920. i own an iPhone 4, SG3 and Nokia Lumia 610 and i love the UI of WP. so fluid when it comes to social networking.

  116. The Nokia Lumia 920 and 820 will be released in November in Europe. The 920 will cost US$836 and 820 US$643. Wow in pesos 920 P35,000 and 820 P27,000.

  117. Mobile phone manufacturers are very happy seeing you comments, good or the other way around. In the end, people will buy and they will earn.

    Planned to upgrade to Galaxy Note 2 and I can’t wait for the release here in the Philippines! :-)

  118. Hi! Can you pls verify?
    NEWS FLASH!!! Nokia 808 PureView for only PHP 18,000.00 @ SM Mall of Asia Call +63 (2) 556 0690 – 93.

  119. Definitely rooting for the Samsung Galaxy Note 2, I have the NOTE and it is awesome, so with the upgrades that come with the NOTE2 it will be way faster and better, rather than going with the oh so pricey IPHONE5.

  120. Note 2 baby…

  121. lumia 920 red….wohoooo

  122. HTC DROID DNA WITH 1.5 QUADCORE, 2 GB OF RAM, 5 INCHES AND THE BEST OR NUMBER ONE SCREEN ON THE PLANET EARTH WHOOPING 440 PPI, COMPARE TO IPHONE 5 326 PPI AND S3 SUCKS LOL

  123. just got MINE so bad ass mayne! I had the sickick 4g but ..CAMERA i did not like..and this is fast..and clear as hell!! 1080p..its like a TV phone lol

  124. Mine is Galaxy Note 2, specs wise – Superb!

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