by Penny Angeles-Tan | Aug 14, 2017 | Technology
LG Electronics’ (LG) newest smartphone featuring the proprietary Full Vision display is now available in the Philippines. The LG Q6 meets the needs and expectations of discerning millennial customers worldwide.
TG Q6 – photo credit to https://twitter.com/canerstech
The Q6 is the first model in LG’s new Q series of smartphones and was designed for consumers who want a mobile device that offers the technology of LG’s flagship smartphones at an exceptional price that discerning millennials can appreciate.
The Q6 shares DNA with the award-winning G6 — the first smartphone to offer LG’s FullVision display. With FullVision, LG is able to offer a large screen in a phone that can still be used comfortably with one hand, making it convenient for Filipino users.
The LG Q6 has a unique 5.5-inch FHD+ Full Vision display, which not only offers maximum space, but also allows easy multi-tasking since the screen can be divided into two perfectly square windows that are viewable either vertically or horizontally.
The front camera doesn’t just take great selfies–you can unlock your phone with a smile using its Face Recognition feature. Just simply lift your phone and smile–it automatically wakes your phone! No need to tap nor slide your finger across the screen.
The Square Camera Mode enables the merging of two images into one and the creation of square grid collages – a popular feature among social media users and fans.
The LGQ6 is chock-full of features like the Full Vision Display and 7000 series aluminum Frame
The LG Q6’s metal frame is constructed of 7000 series aluminum – a strong alloy commonly used in the aerospace and marine industries – with rounded corners to dissipate impact energy when dropped, so it is surely durable and can withstand many every day stresses.
The LG Q6 was designed with MIL-STD 810G in mind, a standard that tests and measures devices for their reaction to temperature extremes, rain, humidity, sand and dust to determine their suitability for use by the United States military.
The battery was subjected to extra harsh testing process, even more demanding than international standards. And to disperse heat most effectively, a thermal pad cooling system is incorporated in the interior, and key components are placed far from one another to minimize internal heating.
“We designed the Q series based on extensive research into what millennials want from their smartphones,” said Jun Yong Won, Vice President of LG Philippines Mobile. “The LG Q6 delivers the key features of our flagship smartphones at an exceptional price that will appeal to young consumers world over.”
For more details, visit www.lg.com/ph, like LG Philippines’ official Facebook page or follow @LGPhilippines on Twitter and Instagram.
About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company
The LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a global leader and trend setter in the mobile and wearable industry with breakthrough technologies and innovative designs. By continually developing highly competitive core technologies in the areas of display, camera optics, audio and battery.
LG creates handsets and wearables that fit the lifestyles of a wide range of consumers all over the world. LG is seeking to provide a mobile experience that extends beyond the scope of traditional smartphones.
For more information, visit www.LG.com.
Key Specifications (Philippine version):
| Chipset |
Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ |
| Display |
5.5-inch 18:9 FHD+ FullVision Display (2160 x 1080 / 442ppi) |
| Memory |
Q6: 3GB RAM / 32GB ROM |
| Camera |
Rear 13MP Standard / Front Wide Angle 5MP |
| Battery |
3,000mAh (Non-Removable) |
| Operating System |
Android 7.1.1 Nougat |
| Size |
142.5 x 69.3 x 8.1mm |
| Weight |
149g |
| Network |
LTE / 3G / 2G |
| Connectivity |
Wi-Fi 802.11 b, g, n / Bluetooth 4.2 / USB Type-B 2.0 |
| Colors |
Q6: Astro Black / Ice Platinum / Terra Gold |
| Other |
Face Recognition / Google Assistant / Square Camera / Steady Record / FM Radio |
| SRP |
to be confirmed |
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 7, 2017 | Technology
It has been the norm for quite some time for people to use CDs whenever they need to distribute large quantities of information. But large is truly relative. I remember when anything that reached 1MB (we are talking filesize here) was big and now photos we take on our phone are even bigger than that.
For the people out there who may not know (hyuk!) CD is short for compact disc and does more than store music or videos, they can store just about any kind of digital information. There are two sides to a CD, the shiny side is where the information is stored and the dull side is where the sticker usually goes.
But I digress. The reason why I wrote this post is really more to ask this … why do some companies give their clients or partners CDs when most people do not even have a CD-rom drive anymore? How are they supposed to play it?
Are there still computers that can play CDs?
Ok, ok. It isn’t fair to make a blanket statement. Yes, there are still computers out there (in the wild) that have CD-rom drives. The big, bulky Windows machines, for example, still have them (upon request) but newer models normally do not have them anymore.
Intel Nuc
Intel’s NUC, for one does not have a CD-Rom drive. Instead it has four (4) USB ports – 2 in front and 2 at the back.
The latest iMac does not have a CD-Rom drive.
Netbooks don’t have CD-Rom drives. The user often needs to purchase an external CD-Rom drive if they really need one.
Slim laptops such as Macbook Air and current models released by Acer, Asus, Lenovo, etc. do not have CD-Rom drives. Just as with netbooks, users will often need to purchase an external CD-Rom drive if they will have regular need for one.
Tablets and tablet computers do not have a CD-Rom drive.
Smartphones do not have a CD-Rom drive.
Xray and laboratory results are digital now
I recenly got an xray for my ankle at a medical center in Megamall and when I came over to claim the results they gave me a CD instead of a film. According to the clinic everything is digital now. That’s ok, but here’s a dilemma … how do I view it to send to my doctor? I scrounged around in my gadget graveyard and found an old external CD-rom drive that still worked. Yey! I’m saved!
Acer external DVD-Rom drive
I attached the drive to my computer, pushed the button to open it, inserted the disk, pushed it in, and waited. Guess what? It had a program that only ran on Windows and my laptop is a Mac. Waaah! I had to go through all the files in search of the jpeg otherwise, off to find a Windows machine!
This does not make sense to me. Most likely their computer runs on Windows, hence the output. But could they not have used a software that was compatible with any operating system? Maybe that is asking too much after all, if statistics are correct, Windows still has the market share when it comes to desktops and laptops.
St. Luke’s Medical Center, Quezon City
St. Luke’s Medical Center (Quezon City) is my hospital of choice. The last time I had any laboratory tests and xrays done there they just gave me a piece of paper then told me to register on their site (if I haven’t yet) as all my test results are on a database online in my name. This totally worked for me! My doctor and I got to see my results anytime and from any device. I am so glad they did not offer me a CD.
Press releases for media (traditional and online)
And other times I go to some media/blog events and the agency reps hand us the press kit at the end which includes a CD that often contains their official PR and their own photos that we could use. This is the norm but the then how do we access the information?
sample press kit
Usually I just ask the agency representative to email me the files or a link to the files where we can download them. After all, expecting them to give us thumb drives would certainly be too expensive, right? Also, what will be do with all the thumb drives we will end up accumulating?
At the end of the day, though, if no accomodation is made, that’s ok. I just wait until I have to go to my day job where I have access to a computer with a CD-Rom drive. 🙂
My conclusion
Let’s keep CDs for music, movies, storing data that that is more than 300MB. But when all we need is to send small files … beam it, email it, or send a link to it. It’s just more efficient.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 8, 2017 | Technology
When the weather starts to feel humid and the rays of the sun seem to follow you wherever you go, that’s it – you know that summer is fast approaching and it’s about time to hit the beach!
You’ve got your summer beach bods ready, your out-of-town trips booked, your OOTDs planned, but have you thought about what to use to capture those social media worthy moments?
Lazada Philippines, your favorite one-stop online shopping and selling destination is giving you red-hot deals for as low as 83% off on camera and accessory brands such as GoPro, Canon, Samsung, Nikon, and many more:
Capture life in a whole new way with the GoPro Hero5 Black.
It is the most powerful and easiest GoPro product to use so far, boasts of an advanced video stabilization where you can capture stunningly smooth videos, handheld or mounted on your gear; and is even rugged and waterproof up to 33ft (10m) without housing.
Get yours at 10% off for only P18,799.
You’d really be in for a treat with XiaoMi Yi’s 16MP Sports and Action Camera because it comes with a Kingma Waterproof Case, a Yi Monopod, and a Yi Remote Shutter.
It definitely is a higher-end camera with an entry level price at only P5,897.
The S-40 Handheld Stabilizer for Steadicam has a magic carbon fiber stabilizer designed to reduce shake and stabilize videos and a bidirectional base plate which you can use to adjust your camera to any direction.
The best part is, this can be widely used with any kind of professional camera or camcorder for only P2,767.
If you’ve only got your mobile phones with you, you can still take great pictures with the VODOOL 3-in-1 Clip which includes a 0.67X wide angle lens that can capture relatively large scenes in a small range, a 10x micro lens that can capture tiny particles clearly, and a 180° fish-eye lens that can expand the scope of the area and give you a good viewing experience.
Get all three for only P365.
Birthday Blow-out!
March also marks Lazada Philippines’ anniversary month and the company is set to offer great deals on its Birthday Sale happening on March 21-23, 2017.
Enjoy a birthday blowout of killer deals, massive discounts, unbeatable flash sales, and many more amazing surprises during this three-day shopping extravaganza.
Celebrate with Lazada by visiting Lazada.com.ph or downloading the Lazada mobile app for free today.
About Lazada
Lazada (www.lazada.com.ph) is 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 | Mar 7, 2017 | Technology
Get your hands on these devices smarter than your basic video camera, which can prove useful in sticky road situations and keeping everything in check.
Dashboard cameras (dash cams) have become increasingly popular and essential over the past couple of years and Lazada Philippines offers you options that can fit your budget.
Think of it as the GoPro of your lovely car which records every detail that takes place both on the road and inside the car. It also provides an objective eye in driving situations that are often met with confusion. Simply mount this nifty device to the dashboard/windscreen of your car and you’re all set for the road trip.
Have a peek at its benefits and why it is a good buy:
Crash for Cash
graphic courtesy of www.cuteinjury.co.uk
Be not afraid to be a victim of some modus operandi and protect yourself if you fall prey to these illegal money-making organizations. They try to cut in on your right of way to cause a collision and report an alleged injured passenger to extort money from you. Getting a dashcam could be the strongest proof to defend yourself and be acquitted from such circumstances.
Incident Recording
In case your car gets involved in a road accident that clearly is not your fault, this camera will be your most important witness to prove otherwise.
Avoid getting tickets
For a driving violation you did not commit, readily offer to open up and review your dash cam footage before a ticket is given.
Teenage Driving
photo credit to autoinsurancecenter.com.
Set up a regular schedule to review the dash cam footage of your kid’s driving. See what you can do to prevent him/her from getting a ticket or being involved in an accident. Best to be preventive and give them tips on what they can do better when on the road.
With the variety of dash cams currently out on the market at quite hefty prices, purchasing one might seem like a big spend and out of budget.
Worry no more in finding the best dashboard cameras as Lazada Philippines, the country’s one-stop online shopping and selling destination, gives you enough reasons to shop more and spend less. Simply visit to Lazada.com.ph and browse through your dash cam options.
Birthday Blow-out!
March also marks Lazada Philippines’ anniversary month and the company is set to offer great deals on its Birthday Sale happening on March 21-23, 2017.
Enjoy a birthday blowout of killer deals, massive discounts, unbeatable flash sales, and many more amazing surprises during this three-day birthday shopping extravaganza.
Celebrate with Lazada by logging on to Lazada.com.ph or download the Lazada mobile app for free today.
About Lazada
Lazada (www.lazada.com.ph) is 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 them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LazadaPhilippines.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 3, 2016 | Technology
Great things come in small packages. Check out the Oontz Angle 3. The Oontz Angle 3 is a Bluetooth speaker that fits in the palm of your hand. It is splashproof, dustproof, wireless, loud, and, best of all, available soon at Lazada Philippines.
There is so much happiness to be found in the palm of your hand. Oontz Angle 3 only at Lazada Philippines. And guess what? In the unboxing event … I won, I won, I won! This black Oontz Angle 3 is going home with me. Thanks, Lazada Philippines!
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 2, 2016 | Technology
The iRover hoverboard is here! Is the hoverboard what I expected? Perhaps not, but it still promises to be a lot of fun. 😀
My first hoverboard encounter was in the movies
Hoverboard from Back to the Future 2, starring Michael J. Fox
I remember that I was a teenager when Back To The Future came out in the theaters. In the sequel where Michael J. Fox goes to the future, I was one of many who saw him use the hoverboard and wished that I had one of my own, too.
It is 2016, one year past when the movie was supposed to be set, and the hoverboard is here! It isn’t quite the same as what they predicted in the movie — it is not controlled by electromagnetism, it does not actually float, but, to a certain extent, it does give the feeling of hovering, of levitating.
Superman, Magneto, Thor … growing up, I’ve speculated on what super-power I would want to have if I could have one, and levitation or flight was definitely somewhere on the top of the list. After all, who wouldn’t want the ability to glide effortlessly across the room? Guess what? To a certain extent, we can do that now! It’s not the same as in the movie, but the feeling is close enough.
Featuring the iRover hoverboard by CD-R King</a
CD-R King, your one-stop media provider, once again spices up an extraordinary treat, iRover. A high-tech yet affordable gadget is in line with CD-R King’s effort to bring technology to the general public.
iRover lets you experience superiority in balance. It makes you gain control and progress at your own pace, liberating your feet from the ground. An exhilarating thrill that makes one experience the same. In the recently concluded Pinoy Big Brother, CD-R King provided the hoverboards used by the 11 housemates in one of their weekly tasks.
The iRover is the newest hovercraft unit released by CD-R King, designed not just for comfort but also for health. The iRover tones the leg and foot muscles. It uses smart balance technology that allows leg muscles to move around, thus strengthening the lower body.
iRover features:
- can climb up to 15 degrees
- speed: 10 kph to 20 kph on a single full charge
- tubeless tires
- brush DC motor with 36V
- 4.4 lithium-ion battery that charges on 300W power
- available colors: red, blue, or white
Is it affordable?
CD-R King makes it easier for you to acquire this gadget through a 6-month installment via credit card. Customers that use East West Bank and Metrobank credit cards for their purchases get the additional feature of a 3-month warranty.
Visit a CD-R King near you. For more details, visit the CD-R King website at www.cdrking.com.
For the people out there who may not know (hyuk!) CD is short for compact disc and does more than store music or videos, they can store just about any kind of digital information. There are two sides to a CD, the shiny side is where the information is stored and the dull side is where the sticker usually goes.
I recenly got an xray for my ankle at a medical center in Megamall and when I came over to claim the results they gave me a CD instead of a film. According to the clinic everything is digital now. That’s ok, but here’s a dilemma … how do I view it to send to my doctor? I scrounged around in my gadget graveyard and found an old external CD-rom drive that still worked. Yey! I’m saved!
You’ve got your summer beach bods ready, your out-of-town trips booked, your OOTDs planned, but have you thought about what to use to capture those social media worthy moments?
March also marks Lazada Philippines’ anniversary month and the company is set to offer great deals on its Birthday Sale happening on March 21-23, 2017.
Lazada (www.lazada.com.ph) is 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 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.
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