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Is the Transformer Pad Good for Gaming?

Published on 2012-12-20 17:57:20

Whether it is online casino sites or games based on video games or movie franchises, gaming is big business these days, and increasingly people want the convenience of being able to do this using mobile devices – for example Transformer Pads like t

Globe, Smart iPhone 5 Postpaid and Prepaid Plan Registration, Up Now!

Published on 2012-12-04 06:26:50

Following Apple’s announcement for the iPhone 5 launch here in the Philippines comes December 14th, Globe Telecom and Smart Communications both announced today that it will also offer the latest iOS-rocking smartphone on the same date. Though both

iPhone 5 Philippine Launch Gets Official: December 14, 2012!

Published on 2012-12-03 11:22:19

For those who have been waiting for the official launch of iPhone 5 here in the Philippines, we got an exciting and perhaps, pretty good news for you! Apple on Monday finally announced the release of its latest smartphone in the Philippines which is

Cebu, Philippines Emergency Numbers You Should Take Note During Typhoon and Other Natural Disasters

Published on 2012-12-03 04:04:36

This is probably the simplest thing to do as part of preemptive measures and emergency preparedness we should take in time of natural disasters . As we see it on local news today, a tropical cyclone or typhoon (Bopha) – locally named as “Pablo”

Extend Your BroadBand Experience with D-Link 802.11ac Cloud Router 5700 (DIR-865L)

Published on 2012-11-27 08:47:11

D-Link’s first Cloud Router to leverage on the latest wireless networking standard, 802.11ac, is now available in the Philippines. The Cloud Router 5700 (DIR-865L) is a dual-band wireless router (802.11n / 802.11ac), promised to offer a combined th

Google and Globe Teamed Up to Offer Free Zone; Allows You to Access Gmail, Google+, and Search for Free!

Published on 2012-11-10 22:17:52

Free Zone, that’s the name of the new service which allows prepaid subscribers to access Gmail, Google Search, and Google+ right on their feature phones – for free. Thanks to the world’s search giant Google; this new service paves the way for t

Spy Phone Software for Android, iPhone, BlackBerry, Symbian, and Windows Mobile

Published on 2012-11-07 23:49:59

According to statistics, in 2011, about 835 million people have smart phone devices and 5.6 billion people utilize the features on their phones. This technology has certainly changed the way people live. With the onset of mobile phones, people are co

Top 100 Free Games Apps for iPad Mini and iPad 4

Published on 2012-10-26 07:31:52

Widely-rumored. Or should I say, partly-leaked? The much anticipated 7-incher (or 8-incher?) slate from the Cupertino-based iMaker is now official. And yes, as some of you already knew — the device is called iPad Mini. It’s undoubtedly Apple’s response and certainly the company’s take to grab a share as far as the 7-inch tablet market [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Download Paid iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch Apps for Free without Jailbreak

Published on 2012-10-18 04:15:28

Having your iDevice’s firmware untouched, that is without jailbreaking and installing the Installous app, there’s no way you can download premium or paid apps for free in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. The Installous App is a simple yet very popular app that hosts thousands of “cracked” apps on its database so you would [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

HTC Treats Japan with 5-Incher HTC J Butterfly Phablet

Published on 2012-10-17 23:56:03

HTC has finally unveiled its own smartphone and tablet hybrid device that will get head to head with this year’s line of “Phablets” like Samsung GALAXY Note 2, LG Optimus Vu, Panasonic Eluga Power, and among others. Named as HTC J Butterfly, the handset features a 5-inch Super LCD3 display with full HD resolution (1080p), [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Globe Telecom to Launch LTE on September 27th; Nano-SIMs Now Available in Stores

Published on 2012-09-25 01:04:35

Globe Telecom sent out invitations last week as the telco unveils Tattoo Black comes Thursday, September 27th. The Tattoo Black was announced earlier this month and finally Globe will make the device available for public testing through an exclusive media event set at Greenbelt 5 in Makati. The launch of Tattoo Black means Globe will [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

iOS 6 for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch is Here! [Direct Download Links]

Published on 2012-09-19 23:28:01

Apple has already released the final build of iOS 6, the latest version of its firmware for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices. iOS 6 which is made available for iPhone 5 and 5th-generation iPod Touch out of the box will also work with earlier models of iDevices such as the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Unboxing Starmobile Engage, a 7-Inch Android Ice Cream Sandwich!

Published on 2012-09-18 05:51:07

We learned about Starmobile as the newest player in the country’s mobile industry when it launched locally new dual-SIM phones back in July. If you guys thought the company would only focus on mobile phones, you got yourselves wrong. The truth is, the company just took its dibs in the tablet business by offering a [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

iPhone 4S vs iPhone 5 Specs & Features Comparison

Published on 2012-09-12 15:03:08

Apple has already launched its next generation iPhone, the iPhone 5. Aside from the external design and build, Apple made significant changes to at least 7 specs and features of the handset. And to wrap it up, these changes include the taller Retina Display, the new A6 chipset, support for faster cellular network standard like [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Apple iPhone 5 Announced!

Published on 2012-09-12 12:37:12

In a scheduled event today, Apple has already announced the much anticipated iPhone 5. Apple’s six generation iPhone received too much hype, specs leaks, and now – it’s official. Apple’s next generation smartphone is simply named as the iPhone 5. The iPhone 5 carries Apple’s latest firmware, iOS 6, which is set to drop on [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Cebu Media Excellence Awards Selected CTB as Blogger of the Year Finalist!

Published on 2012-09-11 07:08:47

Globe Telecom is set to hold the first ever Cebu Media Excellence Award (CMEA) in celebration of the province’s Press Freedom Week. The CMEA is Globe’s way of paying tribute and giving recognition to print, broadcast, and digital media practitioners “who have excelled” in their own field. Searching for the CMEA finalists began in September [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Tattoo Black to Leverage Globe LTE; Plan Pricing Details Announced!

Published on 2012-09-09 07:09:06

Globe Telecom announced two weeks ago that it will launch commercially its next generation broadband service this month called LTE or Long Term Evolution. LTE, or 4G LTE as we see it in marketing materials, is the next big thing in the mobile industry as it offers high-speed data for smartphones and tablets, theoretically, with [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Let’s Say Hi to #GlobeiPhone5; Globe Telecom Nano-SIM Cards Available This Month!

Published on 2012-09-07 08:22:10

Apple is set to launch the iPhone 5 next week, and though the excitement for the next generation iPhone gets hotter and hotter, the country’s pioneer telco in offering such device has also jumped on the bandwagon of the iPhone 5 hype. Yes, I’m talking about Globe Telecom who just announced yesterday that it’s going [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Breaking: Apple iPhone 5 Launch on September 12, Officially!

Published on 2012-09-04 14:24:23

Apple apparently sent out invitations to the press in the US today for the launch of the much-anticipated next generation iPhone. The event will kick off on September 12th, 10AM PT (September 13th, 1AM in the Philippines) at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, San Francisco, California. And yes, Apple is still yet to [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Samsung GALAXY Note II Boasts Quad-Core Processor, 64GB Storage, 2GB RAM, & Android Jelly Bean

Published on 2012-09-03 03:36:55

Samsung officially unveiled last week the sequel to its smartphone-tablet hybrid and simply named it as the GALAXY Note II. And like what we initially guessed back in July, the handset brings you a stunning quad-core processor, with storage option of 64GB, and a 2GB of RAM for faster computing. And as far as NFC [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

iPhone, iPod Touch, & iPad App Giveaway – Popping Birds!

Published on 2012-08-31 13:49:43

It has been for a while now since we gave away products here on CTB; we actually received several giveaway requests, mostly from software and app developers, so you guys could expect similar giveaways in the future. And yes, what CTB will giveaway this time is a premium game app for iPhone, iPod Touch, and [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Open Letter to Smart Communications Inc.: Please Don’t Let Smartbro / myBro Sucks!

Published on 2012-08-24 10:29:02

Dear Smart Broadband Inc., First, my apologies for the term. I can’t seem to find a better word to describe my disappointment of your broadband service, which you failed to fix since I raised my concern several months ago. I am referring to your Smartbro canopy product, now better known as myBro Canopy. I’m a [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Top Games Apps for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch [Free and Paid]

Published on 2012-08-22 02:56:33

Looking for the best game applications that you can play on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices? Well, CTB got the list of top games (both free and paid) from the Apple App Store. I was actually thinking what’s the next category of apps I can feature on CTB’s Apps Highlights section, and I [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

BlackBerry Curve 9220 & Curve 8520 Now Available in Globe Prepaid Kits

Published on 2012-08-22 00:00:13

Still can’t decide whether to get a postpaid plan or not from Globe Telecom for its offering of RIM’s latest BlackBerry Curve smartphone? Well, perhaps you’d be glad to hear the telco is now offering the BlackBerry Curve 9220 in prepaid kit! But if you would still prefer the much cheaper and older BlackBerry Curve [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Smart LTE Plan Sets You at Php 3500 for 10GB Data

Published on 2012-08-21 11:02:39

Over a week ago, it has been tipped off that the official launch of Smart Communications 4G LTE service is imminent comes August 25th. The date was confirmed then through Smart’s official Facebook page last week, with the telco saying the first and much-anticipated commercial LTE service in the country will be launched officially at [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

WinX DVD Ripper Platinum V6.9.0 Review

Published on 2012-08-20 03:03:36

Digiarty Software, the creator of the popular DVD ripping solution WinX DVD Ripper Platinum, has released a new update of the software just a couple of weeks ago. Interestingly, I have tested such software back in 2010 so I decided to give it again another try, especially this time that I have also upgraded my [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Meet Sirri Hadley Rosales Padilla, a Tech Blogger Princess Named After Gadget

Published on 2012-08-14 05:20:14

I’m very much excited to blog again following a weeklong break, but before I publish yet another real tech news and updates, allow me to share the momentous occasion that officially welcomed me into fatherhood. On August 9th, Thursday at around 12NN, my wife was admitted as she was expected to deliver our first baby. [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

BlackBerry Curve 9220 Review

Published on 2012-08-02 22:06:21

RIM Philippines sent CTB a review unit of its latest addition to the BlackBerry lineup in the country, the BlackBerry Curve 9220. The Curve 9220 is RIM’s latest offering for its entry-level Curve lineup yet it carries the latest version of the company’s proprietary mobile platform, the BlackBerry OS 7.1. Announced back in April, the [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Breaking: Vonage Unlimited to Globe Philippines Now Available!

Published on 2012-07-31 13:43:16

Vonage, a popular VoIP service provider, announced today that it has expanded its unlimited call offers to the Philippines. The company’s new calling plan, Vonage Unlimited to Globe Philippines, provides unlimited calls to over 60 Vonage World locations including the Philippines through Globe Telecom. What exactly this means is, Vonage users across the globe, specifically [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Globe Telecom to Bid for Red Mobile’s 3G Spectrum

Published on 2012-07-31 11:10:36

In Q1 of 2011, the Philippines telco juggernaut PLDT, announced that it will acquire 51.55% of Digitel’s stake — amounting to Php 69.2 billion at the time the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) approved the acquisition late last year. The acquisition raised concerns among subscribers for possible monopoly of telecom services, however, NTC has set conditions [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Top Photography / Videography Apps for iPhone, iPad, & iPod Touch

Published on 2012-07-31 00:54:46

Photography and videography are indeed among the top activities you can do with your mobile devices such as smartphone and tablet. The high resolution cameras together with the high definition video recording capabilities most often become as deal breakers when comparing a gamut of such devices, even so when you’re into photography and videography. Be [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

The iPhone 5 Design is Almost Deciphered [Photos and Video]

Published on 2012-07-30 11:57:03

Apple is expected to launch comes September its 6th-generation iPhone, the iPhone 5 (ain’t there a better name?) – and while we have seen several leaked images in the past few weeks which suggest the handset’s design, it’s only this time that we can already decipher how, at least the phone’s external build, looks like. [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray Review – a Guest Blogger’s Viewpoint

Published on 2012-07-30 03:58:18

The Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray was originally released here in the Philippines late last year, but despite being a Gingerbread device that it can’t get head to head with the latest Android handsets today – it still stands out on its category. Yes, Android Jelly Bean is just around the corner but hey, believe it [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

No Jelly Bean for SE Xperia Arc S, Xperia Mini Pro, & 2011 Xperia Phones

Published on 2012-07-28 23:53:24

It may be inadvertent or deliberate, but the responses Sony — through its UK Facebook page — thrown to its fans are indicative enough that the latest Android flavour won’t be available to last year’s Xperia phones. UK Product Manager for Sony Mobile, John Cooper, had been taking questions on the said Facebook page and [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Get Official London 2012 Olympics Latest Results with Mobile Apps for iPhone, Android, BlackBerry, & Windows Phone 7

Published on 2012-07-28 02:57:42

Either you’re a sports enthusiast or just a simple fan watching closely the latest news and updates, as well as schedules and results of the ongoing London 2012 Olympics, well, you got everything covered even on-the-go. The London Organizing Committee of the Olympics and Paralympic Games have prepped mobile apps that will cater users of [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Top Apps for Medical Students & Professionals [iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch]

Published on 2012-07-27 07:40:12

Earlier this week, CTB featured top iOS apps in the business category: the top 10 free business apps and top 10 paid business apps for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. And yesterday, we introduced several apps for BlackBerry users who wanted to feel the spirit of the much anticipated Olympics 2012 in London. Today will [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

You Can Now Search on Google by Handwriting

Published on 2012-07-27 03:26:27

Google introduced today a new way to use its, well… search engine, by searching the web without having to use a keyboard or voice commands. This new feature is called Handwrite, which basically allows users to do a web search in Google by handwriting. Handwrite, however, is only available for touch-enabled mobile devices like smartphones [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

HTC One X Headed to Smart Comm.

Published on 2012-07-26 21:46:20

HTC’s quad-core superphone which was officially released in the country back in April is now available from Smart Communications. The HTC One X, which is this year’s flagship smartphone from the Taiwan-based phone maker, can be yours for FREE if you signup either for Smart’s Unli Data Plan 2000 or All-In Plan 3500. And speaking [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Apple Releases Mac OS X Mountain Lion, Available for Purchase at Mac Apps Store

Published on 2012-07-26 09:46:53

Apple earlier today announced the ninth major release of its OS X operating system dubbed as Mountain Lion. Basically an update to OS X Lion (v10.7), OS X Mountain Lion (v10.8) brings over 200 new features, some of which are gained from the iOS mobile platform like the Messages app (replaced iChat and with iMessage [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Celebrate London 2012 Olympics with these BlackBerry Apps

Published on 2012-07-26 05:11:23

The clock is ticking and in more or less 32 hours after this article is published, the 2012 Olympics in London will kick off the opening ceremony. I believe you’re all excited for your favourite athletes and so do I. But what’s more exciting if you’re a BlackBerry user who wanted to feel the Olympic [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

RIM to Launch BlackBerry PlayBook 4G LTE with 1.5GHz 2-Core Processor, 32GB-Only, and OS 2.0

Published on 2012-07-26 04:04:52

It’s nearly two years now since RIM launched the first BlackBerry PlayBook and even though the Canadian BlackBerry maker announced at last year’s Mobile World Congress that a successor will be out anytime soon, the company didn’t actually release a new slate more than a year since then. Despite of that, a second iteration of [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Top 10 Paid Business Apps for iPhone, iPad, & iPod Touch

Published on 2012-07-24 01:03:01

Yesterday, what we featured on our “Apps Highlights” section is the list of top 10 free business apps for iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. I’m personally using just 3 apps from the list, namely: the Adobe Reader, Facebook Pages Manager, and Flashlight by Mobile Trends. All of these 3 apps are still on the top [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Specs & Features to Expect from Samsung GALAXY Note II

Published on 2012-07-23 23:59:53

Samsung was reportedly sending out press invites since last week for a press conference in the US that will kick off on August 15th. Though Samsung is mum what exactly it will unveil on the said event, earlier rumours suggest it could be the successor to the supersized smartphone, the GALAXY Note. If you could [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

The iPhone 3GS is Back; And Widget City Got a Pretty Great Deal for You!

Published on 2012-07-23 08:13:25

Well, oh well. Who would have thought Apple will bring some more iPhone 3GS in stores? Certainly not me, neither you. Right? Regardless of what this Cupertino phone maker is trying to do, one thing is for sure – that is, luring Pinoy techies with an iPhone that ain’t really that too heavy on the [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Top 10 Free Business Apps for iPhone, iPad, & iPod Touch

Published on 2012-07-22 22:26:39

Last updated: Monday, July 23, 2012 Last weekend, I mentioned that starting today, there will be a section on this blog featuring iOS Apps published daily on weekdays. This section is called “Apps Highlights” but I want to reiterate that it doesn’t limit to iOS apps only. CTB will also be featuring apps from other [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Starmobile Intros FeatureSmart T601i & Jupiter B305, New Dual-SIM Phones for the Masses!

Published on 2012-07-21 09:18:26

Another player in the country’s mobile industry has invaded Cebu when it launched, through an exclusive event last week, two of its “game-changer” devices — the Starmobile FeatureSmart T601i and Starmobile Jupiter B305. Before we get into the details of these handsets, allow me to talk about a brief intro about Starmobile. A quick visit [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

HTC One X, One XL, & One S Android Jelly Bean Upgrade Confirmed!

Published on 2012-07-21 03:55:44

When HTC Philippines launched the HTC One S here in Cebu just last week, I got an opportunity to ask the company’s country manager if the HTC One line-up can be upgraded to Android Jelly Bean anytime soon. Uncertain of HTC’s plans for such devices (at least for the OS upgrade roadmap), he didn’t confirm [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Introducing the Newly-Revamped Cebu Tech Blogger Blog!

Published on 2012-07-20 22:28:08

Last month, I announced that we’ve been cooking up some awesome stuff on CTB specifically the site’s design and layout, a dedicated page for local tech jobs, and one thing I missed to mention – the “Apps Highlights” section which features Top 10 apps across all available categories and will be published in a daily [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Windows 8 Official Release Date Confirmed, October 26, 2012!

Published on 2012-07-19 00:05:00

Microsoft on Wednesday has taken the wraps off the official release date of the next version of its operating system, the Windows 8. Announced during the Redmond-based software giant’s annual sales meeting, through the company’s President of the Windows division Steven Sinofsky – the final build of Windows 8 will be available commercially on October [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

How Does Nano-SIM on iPhone 5 Sound?

Published on 2012-07-18 12:03:21

As the world is now anticipating the next iPhone from Apple (let’s call it as “iPhone 5” for now, shall we?), rumormongers continue to speculate what exactly this smartphone has to offer inside and out. Most of the leaks that we’ve seen in the past couple of weeks focus on the design, some of which [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Microsoft Announced Office 2013, Calls it as “The New Office”

Published on 2012-07-18 01:19:41

Microsoft on Tuesday unveils the next release of its suite of productivity applications which the software giant simply calls as “the new Microsoft Office”. Technically, this new version is the MS Office 2013 we have heard of since last year. Unlike any other older version of MS Office even its predecessor MS Office 2010, the [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Sharing Internet Connection in Windows 8 [Ad-Hoc Like]

Published on 2012-07-17 06:44:36

Talking about Wi-Fi connectivity support, one of the reasons why you should consider what type of Wi-Fi radio a particular computer or laptop should have before buying, is the fact that Wi-Fi hotspots are just everywhere and that it’s through this wireless technology that you can hook up to the internet easily. Though in today’s [...] Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

HTC One S, HTC Desire V, and HTC Desire C Launched in Cebu!

Published on 2012-07-13 08:56:14

Back in April, HTC Philippines visited Cebu and launched two of its “One”-branded smartphones, the HTC One X and HTC One V. But for us geeks who are very much aware of the latest phones from this Taiwan-based phone maker, we knew there was something missing: the HTC One S! The HTC One S sits between the HTC One X (high-end) and HTC One V (entry-level) as far as hardware... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Intel Launches Ivy Bridge Processors in Cebu

Published on 2012-07-12 08:51:37

It’s quite obvious that we seldom talk about significant players in the PC business like Intel, perhaps due to the fact that we only see new product releases once a year; or every so often such company announces what’s next on its roadmap yet isn’t exactly of the interest of mainstream consumers. I’m talking about financial reports and investor relations alike, as well those product development updates for enterprise customers... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 Philippines Prices Get Official

Published on 2012-07-10 22:18:58

Samsung Philippines on Saturday finally announced the availability of its newest slate lineup named as the GALAXY Tab 2. Prices start at Php 12,990 for the base version of GALAXY Tab 2 7.0 (Wi-Fi Only) and Php 16,990 for GALAXY Tab 2 7.0 (3G). The bigger GALAXY Tab 2 10.1 (3G) also got its price tag starting at Php 22,990 for the base version; unfortunately, no word yet regarding the... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Win a BlackBerry Curve 8520, HP 210 Mini Netbook, and The New iPad from CebuTechJobs.com

Published on 2012-07-02 01:21:05

Looking for a tech job in the city? Well, here’s an exciting news for you! CTB’s partner jobsite CebuTechJobs.com (CTJ) is giving away gadgets to lucky jobseekers. Up for grabs include a BlackBerry Curve 8520 handset, an HP 210 Mini netbook, and an all-new Apple iPad 3, originally known just The New iPad! Joining the contest is easy; in fact, you’ll only have to do 2 steps. The contest is... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Philippines iTunes Store Is Now Open: What Does It Mean to a Newbie Pinoy iUser?

Published on 2012-06-29 07:41:10

Apple on Wednesday announced that its iTunes Store is officially available to 12 more Asian countries including the Philippines. Well, that’s good news – but for some non-pro “Pinoy iUsers”, what does it exactly mean? Technically, the Philippines iTunes Store has been around for quite some time now (if I’m not mistaken, sometime in July 2008) – just that Apple only allows users to download mostly apps from a separate... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Cebu Social Media Enthusiasts All Set for Social Media Day

Published on 2012-06-28 22:14:25

Tomorrow, June 30, is marked as the 3rd Social Media Day – a global event that was first spearheaded in 2010 by US-based tech and social media news site, Mashable, as “a way to recognize the digital revolution happening right before our eyes”. For the first time ever, Cebu will join the rest of the Philippines for a local gathering and meetup inline with the event. Organized by Cebu Bloggers... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Firefox Browser for Android Now Available; Google Chrome Out Of Beta

Published on 2012-06-26 20:29:14

Finally, Mozilla released its official mobile browser for Android devices. Mozilla said the new Firefox for Android is redesigned to offer significantly faster performance than the stock web browser shipped on every Android phone. You might wonder how exactly this mobile version looks like compared to its desktop counterpart – and well, the new Firefox for Android “has a fresh and streamlined look with a personalized start page”. There’s a... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article.. [..]

Research In Motion Adds More Affordable BlackBerry 7 Phones in the Philippines

Published on 2012-06-26 02:55:37

Just a couple of weeks ago, Research In Motion (RIM) have officially launched its two newest BlackBerry Curve devices in the Philippines — the BlackBerry Curve 9220 and Curve 9320. The BlackBerry Curve 9220 was first announced back in April followed by the Curve 9320 in May, but both devices actually made its official land fall in the country late last month. So basically, telling you about these handsets here... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

The Latest Update from Cebu Tech Blogger! And it’s Awesome!

Published on 2012-06-25 08:12:35

Cebu Tech Blogger isn’t dead yet; and it would never be dead! Just that I was hooked up in a situation in which I can hardly publish updates on this blog. Hiring writers isn’t a priority right now ‘coz I want to keep CTB as close to being a personal tech blog. For some of you who already knew, I quit my full time job at Teradyne Philippines last March... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Globe Telecom’s Free Day Everyday Promo Offers Cebu Subscribers Free Trials and Big Discounts on Unli-Booster Products

Published on 2012-05-29 22:33:38

Hail you there, Cebu Globe Postpaid subscribers! Globe Telecom is currently offering a new promo exclusively for Cebu-based subscribers. The promo is dubbed as Free Day Everyday which allows all Postpaid subscribers in the region to try out Globe’s wide range of Unli-Booster products, without any commitment. Globe’s Booster products complements with the telco’s bill cap in a way that subscribers could avoid overspending on their bills. In a nutshell,... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full [..]

The New iPad (iPad 3), Available in Philippines on May 29th!

Published on 2012-05-19 03:20:17

It’s official! The New iPad (iPad 3) will land in the Philippines on May 29th according to Apple’s website. That’s just 10 days to go starting today, so those who have been waiting and prepping hefty bucks for this slate may finally shell it out at your favorite store on the said date. The New iPad (or could we just call it iPad 3?) will be available at the Apple... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Samsung GALAXY S3 Heading to Globe Telecom, Pre-Order Starts May 23rd!

Published on 2012-05-17 01:40:52

Two weeks after the official launch of Samsung GALAXY S III in the UK, Globe Telecom just announced that it will again carry Sammy’s flagship handset here in the Philippines. Globe didn’t reveal its complete Plan options for GALAXY S III just yet, but the presser says the device will be available under its suite of fully-customizable postpaid plans bundled with unlimited mobile internet. Online pre-orders begin next week, May... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Startup Weekend Cebu to Kick off Tomorrow at the University of the Philippines – Cebu!

Published on 2012-05-10 03:51:51

Local geeks and technology enthusiasts, you shouldn’t miss this event! A local tech community TechTalks.ph, together with Globe Telecom and other innovative organizations are all set for yet another big tech event in the city, the Startup Weekend Cebu! For the uninitiated, the Startup Weekend — a 54-hour competition where developers, designers, marketers, technopreneurs, and venture capitalists come together to share ideas, form teams, build products, and launch startup businesses... Vi [..]

Nokia Lumia 610, Most Affordable Yet Perfect Windows Phone for Entry Level Users

Published on 2012-05-07 22:55:27

I love Windows Phone 7, period. More that I’m impressed with the latest “Mango” build of the OS (v7.5) that powers three WP handsets from Nokia – the Lumia 800, the Lumia 710, and Lumia 610 – all of which are already available here in the Philippines. The number of apps available at the Windows Phone Marketplace is really a serious concern for many, but yes – I believe Microsoft... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Samsung GALAXY S III Announced!

Published on 2012-05-03 13:43:38

Samsung officially announced its new flagship smartphone for 2012, the Samsung GALAXY S III. Dubbed as “The Next GALAXY”, the phone was unveiled minutes ago at the on-going “Unpacked 2012” event in London. The Samsung GALAXY S III features a blazingly fast 1.4GHz quad-core processor, a 4.8-inch Super AMOLED display at 720p resolution, 8MP camera capable of recording full 1080p HD resolution, 1.9MP front camera, 1GB of RAM, 16/32/64GB of... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

RIM Philippines Treats BlackBerry Bold 9900 Users with OS 7.1 Update

Published on 2012-05-02 00:39:48

Weeks after RIM pushed the latest OS update to several BlackBerry devices in the West, the Canadian phone maker now brought it here in the Philippines. But no, not all that latest BlackBerry phones will receive the update but rather just its most high-end smartphone to date – the BlackBerry Bold 9900. BlackBerry OS 7.1 is not really that high-key upgrade but it does bring new stuff to the table.... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

No More Windows Phones from LG, Just Android

Published on 2012-04-30 14:22:45

LG Electronics is one among the early adapters of the Windows Phone OS back in 2010 (together with HTC, Dell, and Samsung) that really pushed devices out in the market, but it seems like the company will make a fundamental change on its smartphone business as it plans to focus on Google’s Android OS. The decision was hinted during the company’s earnings conference session last week, citing an LG executive... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Finally, Skype is Now Available for Windows Phones

Published on 2012-04-26 08:43:28

When I reviewed the Nokia Lumia 800 early this month, I emphasized that Microsoft needs to be more aggressive in pushing app development as it only has a small number of applications available for download on its Marketplace. And I mentioned that it doesn’t even have the Skype app that the Redmond-based company partially owned. Well, as far as Skype is concerned – not anymore. Skype announced just recently that... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Sony to Launch Xperia S in Cebu Tomorrow

Published on 2012-04-24 21:22:32

It’s official! Sony will launch its new Xperia smartphones at the Radisson Blu hotel tomorrow. The company had already showcased these devices in Manila last week so we already have an idea what exactly to expect. The star of the show would be Sony’s new flagship smartphone, the Sony Xperia S, which will debut in the city through a special exhibition at the Cyberzone starting tomorrow until May 2nd. This... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

HTC Philippines to Launch HTC One Smartphones in Cebu Today!

Published on 2012-04-18 21:49:51

As much as I’m excited to tell you that HTC Philippines will launch the duo of its HTC One smartphones here in Cebu tonight, I’m surprised the company is bringing the same atmosphere when it holds product launch events in the North. I mean, since its inception HTC has been a popular brand that offers handsets not only with stunning hardware specs, but also with sexy and gorgeous designs. And... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Globe Telecom Drops iPhone 4 Prices

Published on 2012-04-15 22:58:20

I’ve already seen several local stores selling the iPhone 4 at a very much lower price even before the iPhone 4S officially become available in the country (exactly 4 months ago through Globe Telecom and Smart Communications), but it’s only a while ago that the iPhone 4 official carrier Globe Telecom began offering the device with a significant price cuts. Globe Telecom is now offering the iPhone 4 approximately more or... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

What’s in a Name?

Published on 2012-04-15 22:45:02

Some products are so successful that the brand name has become inextricably linked with the item – sometimes even replacing it as a common name. When you think about washing up liquid, you instantly think of Fairy. When you think of a 4

Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 (7.0) and GALAXY Tab 2 (10.1) Priced!

Published on 2012-04-13 21:52:59

Samsung on Wednesday officially announced the availability and pricing details of its newest slates, the GALAXY Tab 2 (7.0) and GALAXY Tab 2 (10.1). These devices though will land in the US first – the GALAXY Tab 2 (7.0) hitting stores comes April 22nd, while the GALAXY Tab 2 (10.1) on May 13th. No official announcement yet from Samsung when these devices will land in the Philippines shores. Interestingly, the... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Trend Micro Rated Android 2.3 As Least Secure Mobile OS

Published on 2012-04-12 06:57:02

A report from Trend Micro entitled “Enterprise Readiness of Consumer Mobile Platforms” rated Google’s Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) as the least secure mobile operating system. Compared to BlackBerry 7.0, iOS 5, and Windows Phone 7.5 – Android 2.3 got the lowest rating of 1.37, which refers to the OS average score based on several factors that Trend Micro considered including Built-in security, Application security, Authentication, Device wipe, Device firewall, Data protection,... Visit Ceb [..]

Instagram for Android Hits 5 Million Downloads After Facebook Announced Its Acquisition

Published on 2012-04-10 20:40:59

Less than a week following the release of Instagram for the Android platform, the popular photo-sharing app has already hit the 5-million download mark as shown in Google Play Store’s stat. That’s a remarkable feat for an Android app, noting that its iOS counterpart took about half a year to reach 5 million users. Instagram for Android was also seen downloaded 1 million times in less than a day following... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Unboxing: Compro IP60 Network Camera

Published on 2012-04-06 02:03:53

A Taiwan-based company, Compro Technology Inc., through its local distributor Advance 2000 sent us a review unit of one of its latest HD Network Camera series – the Compro IP60 Network Camera. The Compro IP60 is a plug-and-play network camera that is ideal as a surveillance solution in small businesses, hotels, shops, restaurants, or in your own home. An upgrade to last year’s IP55 camera, the IP60 now offers H.264... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Instagram for Android Hits Google Play Store

Published on 2012-04-04 01:45:13

Instagram, one of the most popular photo editing and photo sharing apps for iOS devices has now made its way to the Google Play Store and is now available for download to Android handsets, at least those that carry the Froyo version of the OS. Instagram for Android is said to be better than its iPhone counterpart in some ways, and though smartphone users got a chance to play it... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Nokia Lumia 800 Review

Published on 2012-04-02 12:21:13

When I first got my hands on the Nokia Lumia 800, I told myself it’s going to be my very first Windows Phone from Nokia. And now that our Finnish friends sent CTB a review unit straight from the UK allowing me to spend some ample time with the handset, do I still have to stick with my earlier decision or wait for another Windows Phones from the Finns? Well,... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Lenovo Philippines To Launch IdeaPad U300e, Priced at Php 50K!

Published on 2012-03-29 10:35:57

Lenovo is set to release the first batch of its IdeaPad U300e ultrabook here in the Philippines by end of this month. The IdeaPad U300e, first seen on the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES), is the affordable sibling of last year’s IdeaPad U300s. The IdeaPad U300e is speculated in several regions to be very much cheaper than its predecessor, but that’s not going to be the case even here in... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Nokia’s First Windows Phones to Launch in Philippines Next Month!

Published on 2012-03-29 03:50:42

If there’s a strong indication that Nokia will launch its first Windows Phones in the Philippines next month, it’s probably the country’s two biggest telcos – Globe Telecom and Smart Communications. Globe Telecom is now accepting pre-orders, exclusively, for the higher-end Nokia Lumia 800, in which the handset will be available for Php 1,499 a month (bundled with Unli Surf Combo Plan 999) via credit card (0% interest for 24-month... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Tying the Knots!

Published on 2012-03-29 01:41:18

It has been more than a week now since my last update on this blog, but as some of you probably have already learned – there was something big happened outside CTB. Before I talk more about it (not really that much), allow me to apologize first to those who regularly visited this blog and so those who checked their RSS feeds for latest updates in the past couple of... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Lenovo’s Graduation Gift Guide for 2012

Published on 2012-03-20 08:52:48

Lenovo is just one among the popular brands in the PC industry, but in any case you’re looking for the best gift ideas (bearing the Lenovo brand) for someone who will be graduating this 2012 – the company has sent us some of its best PC products in the line. These products are available in Lenovo’s concept stores and retailers nationwide, but before you rush to your nearest store –... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Top 100 Paid Games Apps for The New iPad

Published on 2012-03-19 02:17:18

Last updated: Monday, March 19, 2012 You probably have plans of getting Apple’s new “resolutionary” iPad and while some of you have already grabbed a unit for the first time and you have no experience in rocking with other iOS devices just yet, perhaps you’d enjoy more of your Apple slate by downloading and playing the best game applications available in the App Store today. There are hundreds of game... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Noontec MovieHome V8 NAS Media Player Review

Published on 2012-03-14 04:18:01

One of the media players Noontec sent to CTB for review is the MovieHome V8, which is sort of an upgrade to MovieDock A6 II that I’ve also reviewed last month. Would the V8 model bring those features we longed to see on its predecessor? Well, let’s find out through my full review of this media player after the break. Overview For starters, the Noontec MovieHome V8 NAS Media Player... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Sony Xperia Sola Announced with “Floating Touch”

Published on 2012-03-13 11:22:05

Sony announced a new smartphone carrying a unique feature that we’ve never seen in any mobile phones today just yet. The handset is called Sony Xperia Sola and introduces an innovative “Floating Touch” feature that “lets consumers navigate the web by hovering their finger above the screen so it acts like a moving curser, without actually having to touch the screen.” Floating touch works in a way that once the... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich for Samsung GALAXY S II Now Rolling Out in Poland, Hungary, Sweden, and Korea

Published on 2012-03-13 03:18:41

Our friends somewhere in Europe will finally get to taste the latest flavor of Android OS on their GALAXY S II (model GT-I9100) devices as Samsung has already started rolling out the Ice Cream Sandwich update in Poland, Hungary, and Sweden. Samsung also made the ICS update available today in its home country, South Korea; and the company promised to gradually roll out the same update to other markets, which... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

LinkedIn Hits 1 Million Users from the Philippines

Published on 2012-03-13 02:03:29

Facebook and Twitter are undoubtedly the most populous social networking sites in the world and though it seems impossible for LinkedIn to beat the numbers, at least it still topped the rank on its category. LinkedIn is categorized as a business-related social networking website and with over 150 million members across the globe — it has been considered as the biggest social network for professionals and is ahead of its... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Sony Xperia S Hits Philippines Gray Market at Php 28,500

Published on 2012-03-11 22:14:02

Sony Ericsson was a known brand for over a decade already and also a big player in the mobile industry, but the two companies’ partnership came to an end when Sony bought Ericsson’s stakes on its joint venture last month. And to begin Sony’s solo venture, the company released its first ever Sony-branded smartphone in the competition, the Sony Xperia S. In the Xperia lineup, this is actually the successor... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Contest: Win an iPod Shuffle from Thirsty!

Published on 2012-03-11 18:48:31

I got a chance to meet with THIRSTY’s marketing manager a couple of days ago and learned they are currently running a simple contest promoting THIRSTY’s new fruit salad with Nestle yogurt. I thought of sharing this to everyone, particularly those CTB readers with Twitter accounts as you could win 1 of the 3 iPod Shuffles to be given away. If you’re interested of joining, here’s what you need to... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Apple’s New iPad Philippine Price and Release Date, We Speculate

Published on 2012-03-11 01:53:58

Five days from now, The New iPad will start selling in the US as well in other countries including Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Puerto Rico, Singapore, Switzerland, UK and the US Virgin Islands. Here in the Philippines, the official release hasn’t been announced just yet; but we can speculate when it will reach our shores and how much would it cost by looking back to Apple’s launching... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Smart Communications May Offer The New iPad; But Don’t Expect Much of the LTE Connectivity Just Yet

Published on 2012-03-09 23:05:25

Following Apple’s announcement of The New iPad few days ago, Smart Communications had issued a press release saying it “welcomes the announcement of the New iPad which features high-speed connectivity on Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology”. And speaking of the Philippine launch of the tablet, SMART, through its Chief Wireless Advisor Orlando B. Vea, “believes that the New iPad could be made available locally sooner than expected”, apparently because SMART... Visit CebuTechBlogger.co [..]

iPad 2 Philippines Price Drops, Now Starts at Php 18,990

Published on 2012-03-07 20:44:29

Following the announcement of The New iPad, the Philippines Apple Store has also been updated to reflect the new prices of the iPad 2. Wi-Fi models of the second-generation iPad are now priced Php 5000 less, while the ones with 3G functionality are priced Php 6000 less from their respective original prices as you can see in the matrix below: iPad 2 Philippine Prices at Launch: 16GB WiFi – Php... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Forget About iPad 3, iPad HD, iPad 2S and iPad 2 HD; Simply Call it “The New iPad”!

Published on 2012-03-07 19:52:49

I probably have missed writing about the rumors surrounding the third generation Apple iPad, with speculations the Cupertino tech giant will significantly revamp the internal specs of the tablet. Finally, from Apple’s event in San Francisco earlier today, all of these “specs-culation” including that new A5X chipset with quad-core graphics processor, 4G LTE support, the stunning Retina Display, and the new camera capable of recording full 1080p HD videos are... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com fo [..]

iOS 5.1 Brings Japanese Language Support for Siri, Download it Now!

Published on 2012-03-07 17:12:49

Apple released today another firmware update (iOS 5.1) for iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad which brings several new improvements – the most notable of which is the Japanese language support for Siri. Sounds good news for Japanese users out there as they can now talk to Siri through their native language. Other than that, iOS 5.1 now allow users to delete photos from the Photo Stream and the Camera shortcut... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Android Browser Beats Opera for the First Time as the Top Mobile Web Browser

Published on 2012-03-06 18:45:39

Opera, the most widely used web browser in feature phones has been beaten for the first time from its throne as the top mobile browser. The Android web browser that is seen to have a rapid growth since its inception a couple of years ago has broken another record — this time leading Opera in the list of StatCounter’s Global Stats. From the most recent monthly report (February, 2012), Android... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Download Windows 8 Consumer Preview Now!

Published on 2012-02-29 19:57:55

As promised, Microsoft finally made Windows 8 Consumer Preview available for public download. Installation files come in ISO image format, so you guys would need to convert the file into another installation media like DVD or bootable USB drive. Windows 8 Consumer Preview is available both in 32 and 64-bit versions, which the latter’s size goes more than 3GB. You can download Windows 8 Consumer Preview from here, but before... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Samsung Announces GALAXY Tab 2 (10.1) at MWC 2012

Published on 2012-02-26 07:07:49

This year’s Mobile World Congress (MWC 2012) is set to kick off tomorrow, but even before Samsung start showing off their best products in the show – the official pressers have already been released at least for select devices like its new GALAXY Tab 2 (10.1). The Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 (10.1) appears to be an update to the first 10-incher Tab, but it looks like the Korean company is... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

ASUS Brings New Features for Eee Pad Transformer (TF101) with Android Ice Cream Sandwich

Published on 2012-02-26 03:04:12

ASUS on Friday started rolling out firmware update to the original Eee Pad Transformer tablet (model TF101) initially running Android Honeycomb out of the box. The update, which is none other than the latest Android Ice Cream Sandwich, is now available for download over-the-air (OTA) — presumably for all users across the globe, of course including the Philippines. Among of the new features ASUS has to offer with Android ICS... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Nokia Windows Phones Land in Philippines, Unofficially; And Here’s the Deal to Get a Discounted Price!

Published on 2012-02-23 22:25:13

Nokia Philippines is still yet to announce, officially, the availability of the first two Windows Phone devices we’ve first seen a couple of months ago; but like any other hot gadgets in our list – the Lumia 710 and Lumia 800 have finally made its way to a local gadget store in the country, the Widget City. And the good thing is, CTB readers will be treated with a special... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

You Can Now Talk to Globe Telecom CSR in Cebuano / Visayan

Published on 2012-02-22 19:45:36

Globe Telecom, in partnership with Aegis People Support and Tech Mahindra, announced on Wednesday its new hotline dedicated for Visayan-speaking customers. This new hotline provides customer services for mobile, landline, and broadband products — basically, using the local Visayan language Cebuano, making Globe Telecom the first company in the Philippine telecommunications industry to offer trilingual customer hotline service (in addition to English and Tagalog). The new service uses... V [..]

Amazon Kindle Fire Spotted, First Impression

Published on 2012-02-20 21:38:44

It’s almost 5 months already since Amazon announced the Kindle Fire last year, together with other Kindle variants; but the question still remains as to how exactly you can get one here in the Philippines, even if you don’t have a valid US shipping address. This is not a problem though (as of this writing) with the non-US Kindle products that includes the all-new Kindle, the Kindle Touch, and Kindle... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

The Angry Birds Are Heading to Space!

Published on 2012-02-17 22:30:44

After conquering the biggest social network in the planet, the next franchise of Rovio’s popular puzzle game Angry Birds will kick off comes March 22nd; and because it’s almost everywhere, the Finnish game developer will bring it somewhere you’ve never imagined – the outer space! What’s exactly new on this version of the game dubbed as Angry Birds Space is obviously the outer space as its gameplay setting, with the... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Samsung Adds Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) To Its Tablet Portfolio

Published on 2012-02-15 11:42:39

Samsung announced recently a new addition to its tablet lineup which apparently is the actual refresh of the first generation GALAXY Tab. Called as the Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 (7.0), this slate comes with several specs improvements including the 2-core CPU, an upgraded memory, more storage options, and an enhanced HSPA+ and Wi-Fi connectivity. It also got a 3MP main camera capable of recording HD videos, and you can leverage... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Nokia Lumia 710 First Impression

Published on 2012-02-12 05:58:53

Nokia Philippines gave me a chance to get my hands on one of the prototypes of its second Windows Phone handset a couple of days ago and this phone is none other than the Nokia Lumia 710. Basically, the Lumia 710 falls in the entry-level category of Nokia’s current Windows Phone lineup – the Nokia Lumia 800 being on mid-range and the Lumia 900 as the most high-end WP. And... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Vodafone Coming to Philippines?

Published on 2012-02-12 03:17:02

A UK-headquartered telecommunications company Vodafone, is rumored to have plans in operating a business in the Philippines. The report follows apparently after Vodafone social media accounts popped up in various channels including Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. Vodafone remains mum regarding its existence in the country; in fact, the said social media accounts still haven’t had any update just yet. According to Wikipedia, Vodafone is the world’s largest mobile telecommunications company... [..]

Microsoft to Announce Windows 8 Consumer Preview (Beta) on MWC

Published on 2012-02-09 09:40:54

Windows 8 developer preview has been sitting for a while now since Microsoft gave us more sneak peek of its features during the company’s “Build” event last year. This time however, it appears that the Redmond-based software giant will make its next version of Windows available for download to end-users on February 29th, a leap day. According to several reports, Microsoft will release Windows 8 Consumer Preview (or Windows 8... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

The Bourne Legacy Trailer Hits the Web

Published on 2012-02-08 23:41:44

The fourth and next installment of the Bourne film series, The Bourne Legacy, is scheduled for release in US theaters comes August 3, 2012. Almost a month since the filming began last January 11th here in the Philippines, the first trailer is now officially available for public viewing. The film stars Jeremy Renner, Edward Norton, and Rachel Weisz, and is directed by the series’ own screenwriter Tony Gilroy. Matt Damon... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Valentine’s Day Gift Idea: Smart Bro Rocket Chic!

Published on 2012-02-08 20:42:34

2012 is definitely my year as I’m going to be a married man, but while we’re busy prepping for the big day at the later part of this quarter – I’m thinking of another presents that I can give to my, um, fiancée comes Valentine’s Day. Mobile internet connection essentially complements on how we do our job these days and Smart’s new offering could be one of the perfect gift... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Google Launches First Beta of Chrome Browser for Android

Published on 2012-02-08 09:44:25

Finally, Android users will now experience the power of the Chrome browser as Google has already made it available for download in Android Market. Dubbed as Chrome for Android Beta, the browser is still on its first beta stage, hence the name – yet it’s promised to offer a faster mobile web browsing performance than the native browser app on Android.  Features of Chrome for Android Beta include: - Browse... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Nokia Rolls Out Symbian Belle Update, Available Now in Philippines!

Published on 2012-02-08 07:49:34

It’s nearly 6 months since the first time we’ve heard about Symbian Belle – the latest version of the Symbian OS. But with the new features it brings, I guess it’s worth the wait. Or is it? Well, Nokia has already been rolling out Symbian Belle update to supported handsets across the globe. Here in the Philippines, Symbian Belle update is already available for compatible devices that include Nokia N8,... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Windows Phone Marketplace Now Open in Philippines

Published on 2012-02-07 10:17:49

Microsoft has announced just recently that the Windows Phone Marketplace is already open for business to new markets including the Philippines. Also included in the updated list where the Windows Phone Marketplace is available are Argentina, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Peru. It’s not a secret that Microsoft’s mobile OS is facing stiff competition with Android and iOS even here in the Philippines, in fact – the low number of activated Windows... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...

Noontec MovieDock A6 II NAS Media Station Review

Published on 2012-02-06 23:52:25

I finally unboxed this media player from Noontec that has been on the shelf for a couple of weeks ago. Noontec called this as MovieDock A6 II NAS Media Station — basically a type of high-definition audio and video player that you can also hook into a local network as a full NAS (Network Attached Storage), hence the name. I’m honestly new to Noontec’s line of media players (I also... Visit CebuTechBlogger.com for full article...