Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Explosion Puts Samsung in Hot Water

Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Explosion Puts Samsung in Hot Water

Samsung now has too much on its plate to deal with, but it seems the trouble won’t likely stop anytime soon as another one of the company’s handsets have exploded. According to reports, a Galaxy S7 Edge had caught fire inside a pocket, which lead to second and third degree burns to the user.

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Lumia No More; Microsoft Rumored to End Lineup this December

Microsoft Lumia 950 XL

The smartphone industry is dominated by the likes of Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS platforms, with Microsoft’s Windows 10 mobile OS being a distant third. However, despite its position in the market, Microsoft still isn’t backing down anytime soon as we see a slew of handsets that feature its mobile operating system. Now, rumors have begun surfacing, indicating that the Redmond-based company is about to end the Lumia line-up, and it will happen this December.

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Android 7.0 Nougat Arrives on Cherry Mobile G1

Android 7.0 Nougat Arrives on Cherry Mobile One G1

The beauty of Cherry Mobile’s G1 is that it will be in the front line when it comes to new iterations of Android updates. The update doesn’t come as fast as other Nexus devices, however, but you’ll be guaranteed it will get the update sooner or later. Now, it seems that it has done so, as Android 7.0 Nougat goes live on the CM G1.

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Huawei P9 Now Available At Globe myLifestyle Plan 1499

Huawei P9 Now Available At Globe myLifestyle Plan 1499

If you want a smartphone that has a DSLR-level camera, then you have to consider the Huawei P9. Its dual 12MP rear camera and 8MP front camera can dish out images in high resolution. With a combination of its IMAGEsmart 5.0 technology and Picture Quality algorithm, the P9 can produce clear photos that render vibrant colors even in black and white mode. Add to it the dual sensors on its Leica lens and you have a camera that can also capture stunning videos and wide-angle images. A top notch mobile camera best enjoyed with Globe myLifestyle Plan 1499.

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Brother P-Touch Industrial Label Makers

Brother P-Touch Industrial Label Makers

Gone are the days of mislabeled and unorganized tapes with the Brother P-Touch industrial labeling machines. Equipped with Brother’s unmatched printing technology, you can print continuous or vertical labels for pipes, cables, or frames.

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Epson MOVERIO Augmented Reality Glasses Used As Class Communication Tool

Epson MOVERIO Augmented Reality Glasses Used As Class Communication Tool

Using Epson MOVERIO smart glasses, classes at the Takashima Elementary School in Nagano, Japan has been more fun particularly in studying forests. Last July, students were divided in nine groups and they were able to upload videos and photos of the forest taken with the MOVERIO. The images were then displayed on other MOVERIO units so they can share their thoughts with other groups.

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Xiaomi Mi Note 2 Rumored to be Branded as Xiaomi Mi Pro

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 Rumored to be Branded as Xiaomi Mi Pro

There have been several sightings and teasers of the Xiaomi Mi Note 2, and further speculations have been bringing up the hype. That has been the case for Xiaomi’s upcoming flagship, and it seems to keep up how it is for quite some time now. Now, there’s a new account in Chinese micro-blogging website has surfaced, which carries the name Xiaomi Pro.

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Liquid Damage Not Covered by the Warranty on the iPhone 7

Liquid Damage Not Covered by the Warranty on the iPhone 7

In several instances, Apple has been late in the party – most features have been found in several Android devices, and that has probably been where the California-based company draws inspiration for what it’s about to do next. Now that it has been established that the new iPhone 7 features water-resistance with an IP67 rating, many would probably test out the waters and see if it can do the trick and survive wetness. But do be careful before you do so, it seems Apple isn’t including liquid damages for its warranty coverage.

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Samsung Galaxy Folder 2 Goes Official in China

Samsung Galaxy Folder 2 Goes Official in China

There aren’t exactly a lot of options when it comes to buying a phone that you can flip like the ones from the past decade or so. Thankfully, Samsung does make devices that feature the aforementioned form factor, so you can still use something modern while getting the feeling of a smartphone you can flip. Now, it seems the options get more expansive as the South Korean tech giant unleashes the Galaxy Folder 2 in China.

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Apple Announces $150 True-Wireless AirPods

Apple Announces $150 True-Wireless AirPods

It’s probably common knowledge by now that Apple has ditched the 3.5mm standard for its new line of iPhones, namely the iPhone 7 and the iPhone 7 Plus. Now, to alleviate this situation, Cupertino is including an adapter to let you hook in your conventional headphones to the Lightning port. However, this will also remove your chances of using it while you charge your phone. That’s a bit counterproductive. Now, if you want to do just that, Apple’s AirPods could be your thing.

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D-Link's Latest Products Go Big With SMBs

D-Link International President Jacky Chang

D-Link is going strong as it celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, and we’re seeing more from the company as the pace of innovation moves faster than ever. At the New World Hotel in Makati City, D-Link introduces its line of end-to-end business networking solutions to the Philippine enterprise and the SMB industry

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Meet the All New Apple Watch Series 2; Water Resistant with Integrated GPS

Meet the All New Apple Watch Series 2; Water Resistant with Integrated GPS

Cupertino’s Apple Watch has been subject to a lot of criticisms and lackluster sales despite carrying the prestigious name with it. It’s the usual make or break thing for every first generation device, so to speak. On the other hand, Apple fans are still looking forward to see what the company will bring forth with the next step for its accessory, with speculations and theories roaming around for the Apple Watch Series 2. Now, the company makes things official as it announces its second generation.

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Apple Unleashes the iPhone 7 Plus; Sports Dual Main Camera w/ 2X Optical Zoom

Apple Unleashes the iPhone 7 Plus; Sports Dual Main Camera w/ 2X Optical Zoom

Apple had kicked off the trend in releasing two variants of its handset to battle the likes of behemoth smartphones hailing from the Android race. This year, Cupertino keeps it that way by releasing the iPhone 7 and the iPhone 7 Plus. And now, the whole world has its eyes on the bigger sibling due to its newer features as compared to the standard offering.

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Apple iPhone 7 Now Official; Quad Core A10 Fusion Chip, Dust and Water Resistant

Apple iPhone 7 Now Official; Quad Core A10 Fusion Chip, Dust and Water Resistant

The whole world was anticipating for Apple to release its prized iPhone for this year, and now with the date finally set and done, we now have the new generation of handsets from the California-based company. It seems that the rumors are on point, and the majority of the populace would likely meet it with mixed receptions.

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Kata i3L Now with 2GB of RAM; Pre-order Yours for Php5,999

Kata i3L Now with 2GB of RAM; Pre-order Yours for Php5,999

Kata recently announced on their Facebook page that their popular LTE handset, the Kata i3L, is now made even better, having twice the amount of RAM than the previous iteration.

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ASUS ZenFone 2 Laser 5.5s Review; Still A Good Catch

ASUS ZenFone 2 Laser 5.5s Review; Still A Good Catch

INTRODUCTION:

The new line of ZenFone devices was already unveiled locally about a few weeks ago and some of them are actually out now in the market. But, before we delve into the third generation ASUS smartphones, there are still a lot worthy ones from the previous iteration, a very good example is the ASUS ZenFone 2 Laser 5.5s. Come, join us as we dig deeper with what it has to offer in our comprehensive review.

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LG V20 Goes Official; 5.7" QHD Primary Display + 2.1" Secondary Panel, 16MP+8MP Main Cameras

LG V20 Goes Official; 5.7" QHD Primary Display + 2.1" Secondary Panel, 16MP+8MP Main Cameras

After so many rumors and speculations, the LG V20 finally goes official, bringing in tons of improvements over its predecessor while still keeping the features loved by the V10 fans.

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Cherry Mobile Spin TV Silently Launched; Quad Core with DTV

Cherry Mobile Spin TV Silently Launched; Quad Core with DTV

Last year, the National Telecommunication Commission (NTC) issued its final Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) in regards to Digital TV broadcast services, wherein the agency has opted to adopt Integrated Services Digital Broadcast-Terrestrial (ISDB-T) standard made popular by Japan. Today, we are seeing more and more Filipinos are shifting to it, either through a DTV Box or through a mobile phone, such as the silently released Cherry Mobile Spin TV.

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Smart Flagship Store Now Open, Features Panoramic Interactive Walls

Mr. Manny V. Pangilinan and other Smart Executives checking the "Experience" Table

Customer experience and satisfaction are two of the major concerns of most, if not all services companies, such as the Smart Communications. That is why with that in mind, the telecommunication giant has re-bumped its flagship store to a more interactive and advanced facility.

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Huawei’s Mate 9 Flagship to Have Leica-branded Shooters

Huawei’s Mate 9 Flagship to Have Leica-branded Shooters

Huawei has been on the roll for its releases in the past couple of months, which is probably the reason why the company is on its best standing as of late. From the Nexus 6P to the Leica-branded P9 smartphones, the Chinese company has easily earned a named for itself. However, do keep in mind that Huawei still has more hidden up its sleeve, and if its annual release is any indication, we’re about to see the Mate 9 flagship before the year closes in. The latest news about it suggest that the company plans to add in Leica’s branding, and it will also feature a dual camera setup with optical image stabilization thrown in the side.

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LG V20 Key Specs Rumored; Snapdragon 820, 5.7" QHD Display, 16MP Camera

LG V20

LG is about to debut the V20 officially in San Francisco in just a day, but it goes without saying leakers and tipsters will stop at nothing to give you new rumors and details to work on about the South Korean tech giant’s new edgy handset. Anyhow, while there has been a bevy of leaks regarding image renders and whatnot, its hardware sheet still hasn’t been detailed even in rumors. Now, that’s all about to change.

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Huawei is Making the Next Google Pixel Tablet

Google Pixel C

Rumors have begun surfacing that Google will use the Pixel name instead of the established Nexus brand for its own line-up of smartphones. While that rumor has been going on for quite some time now, Google does have its own Pixel C tablet that seeks to be a well-rounded portable device for personal computing on mobility. Now, new rumors suggest that Huawei is also entering the tablet segment with Google again to create another Pixel tablet that could succeed last year’s Pixel C.

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The Turing Phone Cadenza is an Insanely Powerful Handset; Packs Two Snapdragon 830, 12GB RAM, 1TB Storage

Turing Phone Cadenza

The battle of hardware specs sheet seems to be brewing despite the mainstream’s call for more features. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 820, Samsung’s Exynos 8890, and MediaTek’s Helio X25, you name it, you’ll find them in supercharged flagship smartphones today. However, a newly announced smartphone by Turing could possibly wipe out the competition in a heartbeat through its insane internals. Meet the Turing Phone Cadenza.

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TP-Link Unleashes the Neffos X1 and the Neffos X1 Max; Helio P10, 4GB RAM, 64GB ROM

TP-Link Unleashes the Neffos X1 and the Neffos X1 Max; Helio P10, 4GB RAM, 64GB ROM

TP-Link may probably have its name thrive in the wireless networking industry, and it leads to confusion for some people to come across their brand when it comes to smartphones. However, one may be surprised should they find the company’s latest line of smartphones as TP-Link unleashes not one, but two new smartphones in addition to the Neffos lineup, and both go in with attractive hardware sheets.

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Xiaomi Mi Note 2 Set for September 14 Release?

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 Leak

Xiaomi has been busy in the market as of late. We’ve just seen the company finally making the Redmi Note 4 official, but it looks like there is still plenty of work to be done. Past leaks have suggested that Xiaomi is set to release the Mi Note 2 in a couple of days, and now it seems that the rumor gets more validation into it as new images surface from Weibo, noting the company to release the hotly anticipated handset on September 14.

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3GB RAM and Dual Camera Setup Reserved for iPhone 7 Plus

iPhone 7 Mockup

We’re practically only a few days until Apple finally unveils the next generation of iPhone. And with that said, you can expect a couple of waves until news regarding leaks, rumors, and speculations drop by the minute until the California-based company triggers the bomb officially. Now, reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo brings in all the hottest info surrounding the iPhone 7 buzz.

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Meizu M3 Max Goes Official; Helio P10, 6-inch FHD, 3GB RAM, 13MP Shooter

Meizu M3 Max Goes Official; Helio P10, 6-inch FHD, 3GB RAM, 13MP Shooter

Meizu has been on the offensive, and it has been clearly evident with the company’s offerings for a couple of years now. Recently, Meizu has released a new smartphone that looks to cater to anyone looking to get a handset with premium form factor and a capable hardware sheet for a decent price, and it comes in the form of the M3 Max.

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Lenovo P2 Goes Official, FHD Display, Snapdragon 625, 4GB of RAM

Lenovo P2 Goes Official, FHD Display, Snapdragon 625, 4GB of RAM

A few days ago we wrote regarding a certain Lenovo P2c72 handset that leaked online, and now at the IFA 2016 in Berlin, the electronics manufacturing giant made it official, which goes by the name Lenovo P2.

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The Alcatel Vision is a VR Headset That Doesn’t Require a Phone

The Alcatel Vision is a VR Headset That Doesn’t Require a Phone

The conventional design of a virtual reality headset in today’s current trend is that it requires a smartphone to work. That has been the case for the consumer-centric ones, although it’s different with the likes of the Oculus Rift and the HTC Vive VR Headsets. Now, Alcatel is also looking to jump into that foray as it announces the Vision – an Android-based virtual reality headset that doesn’t need a smartphone slotted in to work.

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Google Reportedly Halting Project Ara Development

Google Reportedly Halting Project Ara Development

Google’s ambitious modular smartphone dream, Project Ara, has been the talk of the town ever since news regarding it surfaced. A modular smartphone that lets its users swap out parts whenever they wish to upgrade or simply just to replace a broken piece of hardware is easily a dream come true for tech savvy users who desire to get the latest out of everything at the most cost-efficient way possible. Now, new reports suggest that the search engine giant has suspended its efforts in further developing the concept.

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Smart Launches School-In-A-Bag; Brings Digital Teaching Tools To Remote Groups

Smart Launches School-In-A-Bag; Brings Digital Teaching Tools To Remote Groups

Filipinos who live in the urban or developed areas are privileged to have access to schools that are just a stone throw away, schools that have advanced facilities and teaching tools. But, that is just one side of the coin, as there are still more than 6000 institutions that have no access to power and water supplies. And, these communities are the main reason why Smart Communications has launched its School-In-A-Bag project, that is to bring digital learning to those who need it.

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Google to Drop Nexus in Favor of Pixel for Self-Brand Handsets

Google to Drop Nexus in Favor of Pixel for Self-Brand Handsets

Google’s self-branded Nexus devices have been the go-to brand for purists that want the unadulterated Android experience for their handsets, or in other words, how the search engine giant deems it to be. That has been the case over the years of the brand name’s presence, and it’s easily the most recognized for what it’s supposed to be. Now, it seems Google is about to drop the Nexus moniker and switch to Pixel for its handsets.

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Update: It is Official! Samsung to Recall Galaxy Note 7 Worldwide

Samsung to Recall Galaxy Note 7 Units in Fear of Battery Explosions

While the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 is considered as one of the best devices your money can buy this year, it seems there are some issues that are plaguing the aforementioned phablet. The most glaring issue of the Galaxy Note 7 is that reports have recently surfaced, claiming that some of the units have their batteries exploding.

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HTC One A9s Now Official, Helio P10 and 3GB RAM Inside Metal Unibody

HTC One A9s Now Official, Helio P10 and 3GB RAM Inside Metal Unibody

HTC’s devices, even in today’s standards, are considered as premium, that most would look elsewhere if they’re searching for a budget-oriented handset. For one, the company’s One A9 with its premium build and equally premium hardware specifications are somewhat hard to get for its price. With that said, HTC may be thinking of downgrading its internals a bit to lower down the price, and that seems to be what the One A9s is all about.

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Samsung Galaxy J2 DTV Launched, Yours for Php6,990

Samsung Galaxy J2 DTV Launched, Yours for Php6,990

If you’re one to love watching the television for your daily dose of telenovela and noontime shows, then you’ve probably been thinking of getting a DTV yourself to let you get in on the action even when you’re on the go. Fortunately, Samsung may have the thing for you. The company’s Galaxy J2 DTV is now available in the Philippines, and you can get it at an affordable price of Php 6,990.

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Huawei Makes Nova Handsets Official; FHD Display, Snapdragon 625, USB Type-C

Huawei Nova

Previous reports have been suggesting that Huawei will be launching a new series when IFA 2016 hits, and that has been established when the CEO of the company had officially announced that it will, indeed, bring two new handsets at the event. Huawei now makes it official as it announces two new handsets that belong to a new series – the Nova and the Nova Plus.

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Sony Launches Xperia XZ at IFA 2016

Sony Launches Xperia XZ at IFA 2016

Sony’s handsets here in the country are treated as premium, and most of the Japanese company’s offerings are designed to target photography enthusiasts and those who demand topnotch performance in a classy handset. Now, Sony is furthering its goals as it announces two new handsets at IFA 2016, one of which is the Xperia XZ flagship smartphone.

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