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)
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 23, 2015 | Food & Beverage
Cheesy meatballs, anyone? #comfortfood #zomato (at Stoners soul food to go)
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 23, 2015 | Food & Beverage
2/5 @baconfestmnll featured dish of Stoners Soul Food To Go. #baconfestmnl #zomato #comfortfood (at Stoners soul food to go)
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 17, 2015 | Business
Tupperware Brands was cited in the 2015 World’s Most Admired Companies list for eight straight years by Fortune Magazine. The company is ranked on the annual list under the Home Equipment, Furnishings category.
Throughout the years, Tupperware Brands has been unwavering in its commitment to Enlighten, Educate and Empower women and their families across the globe.
With extreme passion to change lives in every one of its millions of sales force, Tupperware Brands continues to provide limitless income opportunities and develop innovative and world-class products, like Tupperware, that has been a staple in homes for over 50 years. Product brands and categories include design-centric preparation, storage and serving solutions for the kitchen; plus beauty, personal care, and baby care products for the whole family.
“More than this award, the assurance that we are able to carry out our commitment in empowering and improving lives of Filipinos in support of Tupperware Brands’ global mission to change lives through opportunity, support and relationships, year on year, is what we are most grateful for,” says Mr. Graciano Pangilinan Jr., Tupperware Philippines President and Managing Director.
“This continues to inspire us here in Tupperware Brands Philippines to aggressively come out and reinvent our products and improve our communication strategies to reach more Filipino families and be their partner in achieving their growth potential,” Mr. Pangilinan continues.
Fortune Magazine based their ranking for the World’s Most Admired Companies in the World on nine key attributes including innovativeness, sound financials, value as a long-term investment, to name a few. Tupperware Brands was noted for global competitiveness, ranking first within the industry in that category.
The company ranked second in innovation and use of corporate assets in its industry. Other criteria contributing to the ranking includes social responsibility, people management, quality of products/services, and quality of management, financial soundness and long-term investment value.
The Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies list is seen as the report card on corporate reputation. Over 660 companies from 29 countries around the world were surveyed by over 4,000 participants in the process of creating the 2015 list. The rankings reflect the observations and opinions of industry executives, directors and analysts. The 2015 list can be found in the March 1, 2015 issue of the magazine, as well as online.
Tupperware Brands Philippines is the authorized distributor of some of the world’s prestigious brands including Tupperware, Colour Collection, Ivana, White Result, Wonderbra, Playtex, Hanes, Baby Care Plus+, and Kids Plus+.
About Tupperware® Brands
Tupperware Brands Philippines is the authorized distributor of some of the world’s prestigious brands including Tupperware, Colour Collection, Ivana, White Result, Wonderbra, Playtex, Hanes, Baby Care Plus+, and Kids Plus+. For questions and inquiries on how to be a dealer, log on to www.tupperwarebrands.ph, email us at qu*******@********re.ph or call the hotline number 867-2222.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 14, 2014 | Food & Beverage
Baked ziti #comfortfood with my baby (at Kitchen Of Cakes and Coffee – Official)
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Oct 12, 2012 | Tech Tutorials
Last Monday’s lesson was about search engine optimization or SEO. In my opinion, this is, perhaps, the most important thing that bloggers need to know when it comes to internet marketing.
If you read what other people say online you will see more than a handful of seo-haters saying how it is a waste of time and does not do what it says.
Heres the truth of it: those people had expectations that were not met. Perhaps they thought that applying SEO guarantees them a listing on the first page of search engines. That is not an unreasonable assumption, is it?
But one thing that novice SEO practitioners forget to take into account is that MONEY TALKS.
What do I mean by that? In a nutshell, what it means it that these search engines give companies (and individuals) the option to appear on the first page of every search by paying a premium which they often charge in a monthly or annual basis.
That aside, though, they say that the proof of the pudding is in the eating so I decided to give my students an opportunity to get their feet wet in the SEO sea.
I started the class by showing them this video by Common Craft.
After the video I discussed the importance of keywords, metadata, categories, and tags at some length before having them proceed to the days activity.
For the activity I decided to make it fun. I tasked my students to reminisce about high school in their blog. The requirements were:
- 500 words minimum
- use images
- apply SEO
Afterwards, I asked them to write a learning journal that will reflect what they have learned that day about SEO. These are what they had to say.
- Joanna Empit – Search Engine Optimization: Black, White
- Jen Gaba – Optimized Blog Writing
- Yssa Garcia – Searching for the Right One
- Kriz Laurente – Be Specific
- Tiff Lu – The Power of Search Engine Optimization
- Mike Mendoza – SEO: The Race To The Top!
- Lexie Nino – You should know… It is not ENOUGH
I think that other people who want information about SEO may find their journals a good source of information. In the coming weeks we will dive deeper into the SEO sea. Hope they know how to swim. 😀
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.
But one thing that novice SEO practitioners forget to take into account is that MONEY TALKS.
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