Technology
Gadgets
Vivo X50
As I’ve said in my first impressions for the Vivo X50, I have been interested in Vivo’s new X-series phones for a month now. The new flagship series carries the Vivo brand of tech innovation from the years with the phone (the Pro-version) sporting the world’s first “gimbal” camera system. Now that I had my hands on the phone here’s what I found out.
4 min |
September 2020
Gadgets
Xiaomi PocoFone F2 Pro
The F2 is the popular “flagship killer” followup to the Poco F1, giving it rather large shoes to fill. Let’s see if it manages the job.
5 min |
September 2020
Gadgets
Visa and Shopee launch campaign to help local merchants and SMEs go digital
Visa launched the Where You Shop Matters campaign to encourage Filipinos to support local businesses while helping SMEs go digital in response to the onset of COVID-19.
2 min |
September 2020
Gadgets
Realme C15
Barely a month after releasing their entry-level smartphone the C11, realme has launched a new member of its C-series smartphones, the C15. It’s a smartphone made to take on a whole new level of connectedness with its massive 6000 mAh.
4 min |
September 2020
Gadgets
Logitech G604 Lightspeed Wireless
With all the extra time we have at the moment, gaming as a form of entertainment is more viable than ever. And with all the time people have to game, the more they realize they want better hardware to make their gaming that much more enjoyable. Enter the Logitech G604 Lightspeed Wireless— another in a long, varied line of Logitech’s gaming mice that aims to bring solid performance to the gaming enthusiast.
4 min |
September 2020
Gadgets
HP Pavillion Convert X360
While laptops remain the kings of everyday productivity, one can’t just ignore the functionality that tablets deliver. While convertible laptops aren’t new, leave it to HP to take the formula and make it that much more special. In this lab, we take a look at the HP Pavilion, a convertible laptop that does a little bit more than just change forms.
4 min |
September 2020
Gadgets
BEST OF MOTORCYCLES
The past year has had its share of great motorcycle launches, and while we can’t quite go out riding the way we used to yet, the market is rife with options for when we can finally get out there. We’re taking a quick look at some of the best bikes you can get your hands on right now, so you can plan your next two-wheeled adventure.
3 min |
September 2020
Gadgets
Realme C11
realme has been on roll lately with their smartphone offerings. The realme 6 series is currently one of the best value smartphones on the mid-range segment, the realme X3 SuperZoom has the specs to take on some of the biggest names in the flagship level, and the brand has recently debuted its first smartwatch the realme Watch in the country. Now the brand is looking to make another mark in the entry-level segment with the realme C11, a device they claim could be a solution for students taking online classes this coming school year.
3 min |
July 2020
Gadgets
HOME Recording
Being stuck at home means we have much more time to pursue some side projects, whether for fun or maybe as a side hustle. One of the simpler, and more enjoyable ones is recording audio at home. Maybe you want to lay a new track down, or try your hand at voice-over work. Either way, it doesn’t take too much to try out, and if you feel this is your calling, there are a number of upgrade paths you can take to elevate your recording capabilities.
6 min |
July 2020
Gadgets
Nokia 5310 (2020)
I have been in this business for a long time now, and while new products are always exciting, I do miss the days when Nokia was at the top of the mobile phone market and releasing devices that were designed to be nothing if not different. While those days are now gone, we’re starting to see signs of the renewed Nokia, and that old fire that put them on top. Nokia sent over the 2020 edition of the 5310, a popular device in its day, so we got to see if there’s room for a device like this more than a decade after the original hit the market.
4 min |
July 2020
Gadgets
Nespresso Latissima Touch
I love good coffee but cannot justify splurging on a high-end fully-automatic machine, so I’ve settled for more affordable models that offer a decent brew. In the past, I’ve had a Starbucks Barista home espresso machine and a CBTL Kaldi with accompanying milk frother. Late last year, I was persuaded to try out a latte macchiato at a Nespresso pop-up store, and that sealed the deal for the Latissima Touch. Here’s my longterm review.
4 min |
July 2020
Gadgets
Haylou Solar Smartwatch
Budget Smartwatches have started flooding the market. The revolution comes as smartphone manufacturers slowly roll out these devices to build their wearables ecosystem. The Haylou LS05 Solar Smartwatch backed by Xiaomi is a value smartwatch with a sub- PHP 2000 price. But at that price range is it any good?
3 min |
July 2020
Gadgets
Go Paperless with digital document management powered by Microsoft AI
In any firm, big or small, transactions between departments and across functions expose companies to missed opportunities, noncompliance, and even financial vulnerability. At the center are countless documents that carry important information, which are crucial to running a business.
4 min |
July 2020
Gadgets
Cisco offers 0% financing program to support Filipino SMEs
Cisco has launched a new financing programme to help SMEs invest in cutting-edge technology at 0% interest and with no upfront costs, at a fixed 3-year monthly payment term.
2 min |
July 2020
Gadgets
GRiDPad
Going to school during COVID-19 is going to be radically different. You’re going to be on Zoom and socially distancing from your teachers and classmates. You can use laptops, tablets, smartphones, and more today to complete your schoolwork, but what if this pandemic happened in a less connected time? Thankfully, Jeff Hawkins had a solution when it came to tablets: the GRiDPad.
2 min |
July 2020
Gadgets
Fitbit Charge 4
This will be my third review of a Fitbit Charge In four years, having first checked out the Charge HR2 in 2016, then the Charge 3 in 2018. I’ve had a Fitbit in one form or another on my wrist virtually 24/7 over the past 5 years, until I won an Apple Watch in a media raffle last Christmas 2019. After a 6-month break from the Fitbit ecosystem, I must admit I’m glad to be back.
4 min |
July 2020
Gadgets
AOC 27B1H Monitor
All this time working from quarantine has given me a brand-new appreciation for a large display. For years, I’ve been working on a 15-inch laptop, and it manages to get the job done. Lately though, with more time spent looking at screens than paper, and more opportunities for gaming, I’ve felt that the small display on my laptop just isn’t enough any more. Thankfully, AOC sent a monitor for us to review, in the form of the 27B1H.
4 min |
July 2020
Gadgets
With VIBER, your data privacy is protected
Since the COVID-19 outbreak, many of us have adapted to the new normal and withdrawn to the safety of our homes.
3 min |
June 2020
Gadgets
Realme 6i
Being cooped up at home has caused many people to update their things. Some have gone clothes shopping, others buy toys, and the rest of us have taken to refreshing our devices. Realme, a brand that has been very aggressive lately, gives you a reason to ditch your old, slow smartphone, and join team Realme with the 6i. Is it worth the price of admission, or should you wait for the next wave of devices? Let’s take a look.
4 min |
June 2020
Gadgets
Philips 328E9 Monitor
A great CPU is nothing without a monitor to match. You can cash out a bunch on your mobo, proc, and GPU, but since you’re going to be staring at a monitor and not hardware in your PC case, you need a good one to enjoy your build. Philips has been around, and making displays for a long time, so they know their stuff. They’ve sent over the 328E9 for review, just in time for some other hardware I’m testing, so let’s see if it does the PC justice.
4 min |
June 2020
Gadgets
Vivo V19 Neo
It has been a while since Vivo released a V-series smartphone. The latest V-series phone, the V17 Pro, was one of the first phones to innovate in the mid-range segment sporting a pop-up dual front camera setup. The V19 Neo is the newest member of the V-series and hopes to live up to expectations set by its predecessor.
3 min |
June 2020
Gadgets
Logitech G Pro Headset
Logitech is one of the go-to’s in gaming peripherals. Their Logitech G gaming gear have long been the recommendation of professional esports players and streamers alike. Last year the brand released an update to their highly successful Logitech G Pro headset, which they had worked on with some of the biggest professional gamers in the world. Does it live up to expectations?
4 min |
June 2020
Gadgets
WHAT NEXT-GEN BRINGS US
In has been 7 years since the two major console players Microsoft and Sony released the current generation of gaming console. Like any other tech, the time of these console will come to a close and, by the end of the year, the new generation of gaming consoles will be finally available to the public. Let’s take a look at what this new generation of consoles will bring to the table.
4 min |
June 2020
Gadgets
Parade
Stay indoors and let us take care of the parades.
10 min |
June 2020
Gadgets
Kaspersky reviews password stealers that target major gaming services
Gaming platforms represent an industry with a multi-million user audience.
3 min |
June 2020
Gadgets
Lenovo T530 Tower PC
In a world where laptops are as powerful as you need them to be, is there a place for the desktop PC? If you’re a gamer, then you know the answer. Lenovo certainly does. To prove their point, they sent us the Legion T530 Tower for review. Here’s what we think about it.
4 min |
June 2020
Gadgets
Cybercrime has risen during COVID-19: here's how to stop it
The ASEAN region has been living with the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 for several months now, and different countries are at different stages of crisis.
3 min |
June 2020
Gadgets
HP Spectre x360
The HP Spectre x360 line has always been a top dog for convertible ultrabooks. The design aesthetic and performance made it one of the most sought after ultrabooks in the market for the past few years. The 2020 HP Spectre x360 carries the Spectre name into a new decade, but is it like its predecessors?
3 min |
April - May 2020
Gadgets
Realme C3
The entry-level smartphone segment continues to grow of late. Several brands are upgrading the specs to address the demands of customers. Known for its affordable smartphones, Realme recently added a new member to its C-series. Compared to its predecessor, the Realme C3 has a larger screen, longer battery life, triple rear cameras, and a new processor. Is it a hit or a miss?
4 min |
April - May 2020
Gadgets
Philips XDJ-X5 BT
There’s a lot to be said for going wireless. I prefer it myself, and have a wireless mouse, keyboard, and headset for my own work setup. This is particularly helpful if, like me, you can’t stay still, cutting down the chances of snagging on something and dragging my work area to the floor, When Philips sent over a pair of wired/ wireless headphones for review, I of course jumped on the opportunity to give them a try.
3 min |