Cherry Mobile Omega 4G: LTE Android Lollipop Smartphone At P5,999

Cherry Mobile just released Cherry Mobile Omega 4G, another affordable LTE-capable smartphone priced at P5,999. This new Lollipop smartphone taunts a 5-Inch HD display while uses 64-bit Cortext-A53 CPUs at 1GHz.

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Smart, Innopub, Cebu Capitol Provide Cebu Guide App for APEC Delegates

Delegates attending the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings in Cebu now have access to a handy guide on where the top attractions and latest activities in the province are with the release of the updated travel app Cebu Guide.

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Smart, InnoPub Launches Tourist Guide App To Guide Bohol Visitors

The release of Bohol Guide is part of a nationwide Digital Tourism campaign by wireless services leader Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) and new media startup InnoPub Media that harnesses mobile technology to deliver tourism, cultural and historical information. In Bohol, the program is implemented in partnership with the Bohol Provincial Government.

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2015 Regional Invention Contest Deadline Extended Until August 25

To accommodate additional potential participants and for them to complete the required documents, DOST Region VI is moving the deadline for the submission of entries for the 2015 Regional Invention Contests and Exhibits (RICE) on August 25, 2015.

Brand new researches, inventions and discoveries once again take the limelight with the conduct of the 2015 Regional Invention Contest and Exhibits (RICE) on September 15-17 at SM City, Iloilo.

Inventions will compete in the following categories: Outstanding Invention (TUKLAS Award), Outstanding Utility Model, Outstanding Industrial Design, Outstanding Creative Research, Outstanding Student Creative Research Category for College (SIBOL Award), and Student Creative Research Category for High School (SIBOL Award).

The said invention contest which is in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology-Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) and DOST VI is an excellent avenue for researchers to impart science-based scientific and technological ideas developed among their inventions to the public and private sectors. These innovations are likewise breakthroughs in the academe as well as research and development, thus, keeping abreast with the recent scientific findings and trends.

The 2015 RICE winners will consist of (1) qualifier and two (2) runners-up per category. They will advance in the upcoming National Invention Contests and Exhibits (NICE) to represent the region.

For more details, interested applicants may contact the DOST Region VI at (033) 320-0908 and 320-0093 or may inquire at the Provincial Science and Technology Centers (PSTC). (DOST VI-KMU)

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Smart Infinity releases Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Samsung S6 Edge Plus

“The latest devices are strategically launched every so often with innovative updates and we always want to upgrade; that’s a given. But when you upgrade your device with Smart Infinity, you really get so much more. And no other postpaid plan pairs rewarding lifestyle options with the latest premium devices better than Smart Infinity,” said Julie Carceller, head of Smart Infinity.

In April, Smart Infinity launched the S6 and S6 Edge with a travel experience package at Shangri-La Boracay. “The S6 Edge is amongst the highest-selling devices ever launched by Samsung and we had a very fun and memorable launch in Boracay when we paired it with a travel promo. Our members enjoyed two ‘galaxies’ with the gadgets and the travel perk,” added Carceller.

And now that the latest Samsung devices, the S6 Edge Plus and the Note 5, are arriving in style via Smart Infinity, we want our subscribers to know that we are pairing it with a wide array of rewarding options tailor fit the passions and interests of our Infinity Members: SSI Purple Gift Card, Rustan’s Gift Cards and PAL’s Mabuhay Miles.

Meanwhile, Infinity Marketing Manager James Chi hints at exciting things to come for existing and future Infinity members. “We want our Infinity Members to live the Smart Life. Coupled with the innovative content options of Smart Communications, our exclusive perks and privileges just keep getting better. We ourselves are very excited to let our members and would-be members know of what’s ahead for Infinity—because bigger things are bound to happen. If we are going to give clues at the moment, let’s just say that Infinity is once again staging something world-class. Infinity is also bringing members to most elite destinations soon.”

In control of your postpaid plan and perks

The Note 5 or S6 Edge Plus will be available at Smart Infinity’s Consumable LTE 3500 with lock-in periods depending on whether it’s 32 or 64 GB. If a member decides to get the devices via Consumable LTE 5000 or Consumable LTE 8000, you get the Note 5 and S6 Edge Plus. This offer is only available from Aug. 15 to Sept. 15, 2015.

True to Infinity’s pampering promise, the plans also include a galaxy of VIP privileges:

VIP Customer Service: Smart Infinity members have a dedicated Infinity Relationship Officer (exclusive to plans 5000 and 8000), access to a 24/7 worldwide concierge service, priority in dedicated Smart Stores as well as the option to have their preferred mobile number and a spare SIM.

VIP Network Access: Smart Infinity subscribers can rely on the Smart network to enjoy calls and convenient mobile internet connectivity. Users of LTE-compatible devices can maximize this benefit and enjoy watching movies or videos, upload or download photos and more, on their mobile device on the country’s most widely-available LTE service.

VIP Rewards and Privileges: Smart Infinity members have a whole array of year-round privileges, which can be simply accessed through their innovative Smart Infinity Lifestyle App.

Individuals interested in enjoying the premium Smart Infinity experience with a complimentary Note 5 or S6 Edge Plus, may contact 848-8806, visit smart.com.ph/infinity/SamsungNote5 or emailinfinitysupport@smart.com.ph.

Visit the Smart Infinity website to see the latest plans, and express their interest for the new flagship devices at www.smart.com.ph/infinity.  

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MyPhone MY21: Affordable Quad-Core Smartphone For Only P1,999

After the release of MyPhone MY31 a few days ago, the company launches a quad-core budget smartphone and dubbed it as MyPhone MY21. This new smartphone taunts a 4-inch screen and is powered by a 1.2GHz Quad-Core processor with 512MB RAM.

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Globe Fires Up Portal To Serve Early Customers of Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge+

As the leader in the digital lifestyle, Globe Telecom is gearing up to welcome the newest Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 edge+ to Philippine shores with an online portal to serve early customers. The portal accepts registration of interest among customers purchasing the latest devices from Samsung with Globe's myLifestyle Plan.

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What Fans Can Expect On Madonna's Rebel Heart Tour in PH?

Get ready for the biggest music experience of your life as the country's number 1 mobile brand Globe Telecom presents Madonna's Rebel Heart Tour in Manila at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on February 24 and 25, 2016.

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Cherry Mobile TOUCH HD: Most Affordable Lollipop Smartphone for only P2,999

The cheapest Android Lollipop smartphone of Cherry Mobile dubbed as Cherry Mobile Touch HD will go on sale at just P2,999 on August 22, 2015, 12 noon exclusively in Lazada Philippines.

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Globe Gaming Campaign Recognized In The Global Advertising World

After emerging as the country's top telecom brand in a survey conducted by Campaign Asia-Pacific in partnership with Nielsen, Globe Telecom has received another accolade, this time from advertising portals www.adforum.com, www.campaignbriefasia.com and Philippine-based advertising website www.adobomagazine.com for its groundbreaking advertising campaign on gaming.

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Samsung Unveils Fashion Forward Project Featuring Industry Tastemakers and the New Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note5

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., announced their latest fashion collaboration surrounding the new Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note5. To pay homage to the fashion industry’s seasonal collection, Samsung partnered with a range of fashion tastemakers to unveil Samsung’s ahead of the curve smartphones. The creative concept highlights key features such as the dual edge display, improved video and camera system, the creatively-driven S Pen, and fast wired and wireless charging, showcasing the connective power of technology.

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Oppo Mirror 5 Now Available in PH for P9,990

OPPO recently launches the newest smartphone in the country and dubbed it as OPPO Mirror 5. An Android smartphone which packs a 5-inch display and is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon Quad-Core 410 64-bit processor with 2GB of RAM and 16GB Internal storage expandable up to 128GB via microSD.

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Globe Telecom brings Disney Pixar's Inside Out first and closer to Filipino Audience

On the back of its comprehensive and multi-year collaboration with global iconic brand Disney, the country's leading mobile brand Globe Telecom ups the ante in providing its customers access to exclusive theatrical releases by bringing Disney Pixar's Inside Out first and closer to Filipino audience.

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Globe Telecom to offer Filipinos new mobile video experience with YouTube and Dailymotion Video Bundle

The country's number 1 mobile brand Globe Telecom continues to lead the drive in mobile data usage in the country with its recent partnership with popular online video websites YouTube and Dailymotion to further boost video content consumption and accessibility of the sites on mobile devices with affordable online video bundles.

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MyPhone Launches MY31: Octa-Core Smartphone for P4,999

Finally after a long wait, MyPhone just announced in their Facebook page the latest addition to the budget Octa-Core Smartphone and dubbed it as MY31. 

MyPhone MY31 is powered by a 1.4GHz Octa-Core processor, Mali 450 GPU with 1GB of RAM. It has an 8GB internal storage which is expandable to 64GB via microSD card, dual micro SIM, 3G. It runs on Android 4.4 Kitkat and has 2,500mAh battery.

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Tattoo Remains Fastest-Growing Broadband Brand In The Country

Tattoo, the consumer broadband brand of Globe Telecom, retains its position as the fastest-growing broadband brand in the country after sustaining its strong performance in the first half of 2015 with double-digit growth in revenues and customer base.

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Batitbot App for Kinder Brought To You by Smart

The Batibot app can be downloaded for free on Android devices.

Parents and teachers who grew up with Batibot can now let their children and students enjoy the popular children’s educational TV show through a mobile phone application.  The Batibot Android application, which was recently launched by mobile leader Smart Communications, was designed specifically for kids in kindergarten up to Grade 3.

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