by Penny Angeles-Tan | Sep 24, 2015 | Product and Service Review
A while back I posted about the flash sale of Lazada where they featured the Lenovo A7000 Plus. Several bloggers were invited to the unboxing of the Lenovo A7000 Plus at Lazada HQ. There were tech bloggers and lifestyle bloggers.
Everyone had different blogging techniques that I found interesting to see. One was making a video blog on the spot. Another blogger brought her own lamp. And some would use natural light (aka, bring the unit to the window and use sunlight) for their shots. I opted to trust the camera of my phone (Samsung Galaxy S5) and Photoshop.
Some would write on the spot. And there were others, like me, who opted to take our work home.
I look forward to events like these because they give me a chance to fiddle with the gadgets. And that’s exactly what we got to do today.
Opening the box revealed the following contents:
Let’s talk about specs:
| Dimensions | 152.6 x 76.2 x 7.99 |
| Weight | 140g |
| Bands | GSM: 850/900/1800/1900
MHzWCDMA: 850/900/1900/2100 MHz
FDD LTE Band 1/3/7/20
TDD LTE Band 40 |
| Platform HW/OS | MTK MT6752, 1.7 GHz, Octacore
Android Lollipop |
| Data speed | LTE Cat 4 / 150Mbps (download)
50Mbps (upload) |
| Display | 5.5” Full HD, 1920 x 1080 |
| Memory | 2Gb RAM + 16Gb ROM |
| Camera | 13 megapixels rear AF
5 megapixels front FF |
| Data connectivity | 802.11 b/g/n, BT4.0, GPS, AGPS |
| Sensors | vibration / gravitation / proximity / light |
| Card slot | dual sim micro-sim slot |
| micro SD card slot | vibration / gravitation / proximity / light |
| Battery (type) | 2900mAh lithium ion (Li-on) |
| Color options | black (sadly, no other colors, good thing we can buy customized cases) |
| OTG | YES |
| Charge current | 1.5A |
| Others | Dolby Atmos |
Considering the price I was expecting a low-end phone with entry-level specs. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that quality does not have to be expensive. Its features are almost comparable to the Samsung Galaxy S6. Its response time was really fast. I also wondered about the glass since Samsung comes with Gorilla glass and was told that it uses Dragontrail, instead of Gorilla glass. Dragontrail and Gorilla are very similar in performance. The main difference … the manufacturer.
The camera took really good pictures, too. Both the front and back cameras. We tried to compare the rear camera of our phones with that of the Lenovo A7000 Plus and it stood up well.
The Lenovo A7000 Plus retails at P7,999 only at Lazada. Click here to purchase your very own Lenovo A7000 Plus today.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Sep 19, 2015 | Events
It’s been a year since the Satchmi Store opened its doors and they’re celebrating it the best way they know how: the ultimate birthday party happening! I’m so excited for September 26, but while we wait, here are a couple of things we hear you can expect at Satchmi’s Birthday Bash:
Free-flowing drinks
The Satchmi Store as most people know is not just your ordinary record store. They also have a coffee bar situated right in the middle. Their third wave coffee has been praised and raved on by many, getting their beans straight from the local supplier – EDSA Beverage Design Group. This time though, not only will we get free-flowing coffee for the night, but free-flowing craft beer from their friends over at CraftPoint Brewery! Coffee + Beer = the perfect way to cap off the night
Party giveaways and prizes
Those who attend the party, get a chance to win Satchmi’s Motorino Mk II – Customized Limited Edition. A staple in almost all of Satchmi’s events. Not only that, but they’ve also added in more giveaways from their favorite curated local brands like Sunday Paper Co, The Lost Nomad, Gouache Bags, Leather Fellow, The Green House Project, and more!
Record sales
We also hear that there might be a sale on their records (plus a special announcement about the Motorino Mk II we are absolutely dying to know!)
Lots of music and laughs
The Satchmi Store has been known for hosting intimate and fun events for music and the performing arts. You can expect some of their staples on stage: Reese & Vica, BP Valenzuela, CRWN, and up-and-coming artist Coeli (all we can say is you have to see her to experience her music). Adding to the birthday fun, Satchmi will also be getting Comedy Cartel’s Chip Balbuena – JackTV’s Kamikaze Best Comedy Act Competition winner & Laugh and Stack Standup Comedy Competition Champion to end the night right.
Secrets and plans revealed
We also hear that there’s going to be a special part of the program where Satchmi will be disclosed to everyone there what their plans are for next year. It’s kind of ironic how this time the birthday celebrant will be doing the surprising and we just gotta know what it is! They’ve been dropping a few hints here and there but I guess we’ll have to wait for the actual event to find out what Satchmi is planning for 2016.
Until then, we are inviting everyone to go to one of the most exciting birthday parties this year. Advanced Happy Birthday to the Satchmi Store and see you on September 26, 7 PM!
To RSVP go to tinyurl.com/happybirthdaySatchmi
The Satchmi Store is located at the 4F, Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall
For more details contact Satchmi at ex********@*****mi.com or call them at 401 6905
Visit their website at www.satchmi.com
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jul 30, 2015 | Technology
Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today announced the launch of the VIBE Shot smartphone in the Philippines, in partnership with Lazada, the Philippines’ One Stop Shopping and Selling Destination. The VIBE Shot, with a 16MP main camera and 5.0” Full HD screen, promises the best of both worlds, combining a fabulous camera with a premium smartphone, tailored specifically for both shutterbugs and savvy socials who love a good design.
“The VIBE Shot is part of Lenovo’s new and vibrant VIBE ON brand promise which aims to empower individuals to go their own way, by providing smartphones with the latest technology and features that they care about, at a price they wouldn’t expect,” said Dino Romano, Country Lead, Lenovo Smartphones, Philippines. “It is a stylish and powerful smartphone that consumers want, and an advanced camera that budding and seasoned photographers will love to use.”
Inanc Balci
“Lazada is thrilled to be the first to launch the Lenovo VIBE Shot in the Philippines, building on the partnership we started with the highly successful Lenovo A7000. With our market leadership and being able to reach millions of consumers in the Philippines and in Southeast Asia, we are confident that our partnership with Lenovo will contribute to their continued pursuit of innovation and success,” said Mr. Inanc Balci, Chief Executive Officer of Lazada Philippines.
“Lenovo has found an excellent partner in Lazada, the biggest e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia,” said Romano. “The partnership extends our reach of customers beyond the usual and provides them with an alternative platform to buy our smartphones, ensuring that in places where we do not have an offline presence, we are still available for purchase.”
About Lazada
Lazada (www.lazada.com.ph) is the Philippines’ largest online shopping mall and is pioneering e-commerce by providing a fast, convenient, and secure online shopping experience combined with an extensive product offering in categories ranging from mobiles & tablets, and consumer electronics to household goods, toys, fashion, and sports equipment.
Lazada is continuously striving to offer its customers the best possible shopping experience with multiple payment methods including cash on delivery, extensive warranty commitments, and free returns. Lazada mobile applications for Android, iPhone, and iPad provide additional convenience to its consumers’ allowing them to shop anywhere, anytime.
For more information, please visit http://www.lazada.com.ph. For updates on Lazada’s latest innovations, as well as activities, contests, and promotions, connect with us via Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/LazadaPhilippines).
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jul 4, 2015 | Technology
Cherry Mobile launches smartphone brand CUBIX to be sold exclusively in Lazada. From the company behind Cherry Mobile Brand, Cosmic Technologies Inc. is officially launching their first exclusive online brand, CUBIX. With the growing shift towards e-commerce, the CUBIX aims to become a significant contributor in the growing online market.
Cosmic Technologies Inc, has partnered with Lazada for retailing CUBIX to online customers. “We believe that Lazada has the right e-commerce strategy and expertise to help bring awareness to the Cubix Brand. We are also confident that with the strong logistics capability and the wide cash-on-delivery network, CUBIX will be enjoyed by Filipinos nationwide,” says Maynard Ngu, President and CEO of Cosmic Technologies, Inc.
Starting June 26 at 12 Noon, customers may purchase the CUBIX CUBE exclusively on Lazada for only P4,490 via www.lazada.com.ph/cherry-mobile-cubix/. It runs on Android KitKat with a 5” HD On Cell Display, and has a 13MP Rear Camera and a 5MP Front Camera. With a 1.4 GhzOcta Core Processor and 16GB ROM and 2GB RAM. All CUBIX CUBE devices will have the Lazada App which enables online consumers to purchase other items from the convenience of their mobile device.
With the growing shift towards e-commerce, the five-inch display CUBIX smartphone aims to become a significant contributor to the growing online market. The introduction of the CUBIX will provide consumers with better and more affordable smartphones alongside the the benefit of effortless online shopping.
Inanc Balci
“Cosmic Technologies, the makers of Cherry Mobile, has been our partner since Lazada started in the Philippines and with the launch of CUBIX within the Cosmic Technologies family – their first exclusive online brand. We at Lazada are very much excited to be part of this milestone and bring CUBIX to Filipinos nationwide,” says Inanc Balci, CEO of Lazada Philippines.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 28, 2015 | Food & Beverage
Mary Grace tandem for merienda, grilled cheesy ensaymada and tsokolate! #zomato #comfortfood (at Mary Grace, Sm North The Block)
Those who attend the party, get a chance to win Satchmi’s Motorino Mk II – Customized Limited Edition. A staple in almost all of Satchmi’s events. Not only that, but they’ve also added in more giveaways from their favorite curated local brands like Sunday Paper Co, The Lost Nomad, Gouache Bags, Leather Fellow, The Green House Project, and more!
Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today announced the 
Cherry Mobile launches smartphone brand CUBIX to be sold exclusively in Lazada. From the company behind Cherry Mobile Brand, Cosmic Technologies Inc. is officially launching their first exclusive online brand, CUBIX. With the growing shift towards e-commerce, the CUBIX aims to become a significant contributor in the growing online market.
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