What's So Great About the NBA-Globe Deal Anyway?

Many Filipino smartphone users are starting to get used to consume their allocated mobile data through Globe's new mobile internet offering GoSurf. One thing I like about this new offering that rolled out last April is its freebies that are well-suited for the digital lifestyle of its customers. And one of the most recent freebies is watching the best basketball players in the world in action through the NBA League Pass.

Smartphone and Mobile Internet Tips for the Holidays

Many Filipinos are now having their own smartphone, while there are thousands of them of different specifications and features available in cellphone shops all over the country. There is no doubt that smartphones are the perfect all-around gift for those who want to buy something for either themselves or their loved ones, even during the holiday season.

Taking on the Best Smartphones from Cherry Mobile

2014 has become another big year for Cherry Mobile after celebrating its 5th year anniversary. Dubbed as the "Future of Mobile", the brand has showcased not only the widest selection of mobile devices available, but also some of the best locally-branded smartphones to hit Philippine markets. As Cherry Mobile ends the year with a successful "BANG!!", I will showcase what is considered to be the best smartphones for me.

Powerful Smartphones That are Worth Buying For

As more powerful smartphones begin to make their presence in the Philippine markets, many powerful phones are starting to become more and more affordable. And it seems that local mobile phone brands are getting into the concept of developing and unveiling powerful and budget-friendly smartphones that would cater to the digital lifestyle needs of tech-savvy Filipino consumers.

The First Microsoft Lumia Phone

In my previous article, I shared to you about the fact that the Lumia series of Windows-powered smartphones will be renamed as Microsoft Lumia. Now I would like to share with you the first ever Microsoft Lumia phone to be officially available soon in Philippine markets - the Microsoft Lumia 535.

Just Dance is the New Dance Dance Revolution

Logo courtesy of Google Play

I was surprised when Ubisoft released Just Dance exclusively for Android smartphones and tablets and Apple mobile devices last September, which is known as Just Dance Now. I cannot believe that mobile phone users will now have the chance to experience the way of playing the most popular dance game franchise today. Indeed, the Just Dance series has been making waves in the gaming industry since its first release for only the Nintendo Wii back in 2008. It kind of reminded me of another popular dance game back then, Dance Dance Revolution.

Now Available at 7-Eleven: Starmobile Phones and Tablets

Photo courtesy of Filipino Tech Addict

As you all know, 24/7 convenience stores have become popular staples in the Philippines, more particularly for call center agents working at late night shifts. Many of them are not just ordinary hangouts, but also business centers where you can pay your bills and buy load for your mobile phone. But the concept of convenience stores selling mobile phones is starting to become reality. And it is all because of 7-Eleven.

Maximizing your Smartphone Experience with Globe Prepaid

Smartphones are the new mobile phones, and the most popular among all the smartphones available in the world are those powered by Google's Android. Many Filipino consumers are beginning to buy Android-powered smartphones because of their affordability regarding its pricing and availability despite its specifications. I am willing to buy one of these smartphones. And when I do, I will use my own Globe prepaid SIM to maximize the capabilities of my own Android smartphone.

Farewell Nokia, Say Hello to Microsoft Lumia

Nokia Lumia 530 is the most recently released member of the Nokia Lumia line before switching its brand name to Microsoft Lumia on October. (Photo courtesy of GSMArena.com)

Last April, Finland-based mobile phone brand Nokia has officially announced its transfer of ownership to Microsoft Corporation. Thus, the former will now be known as Microsoft Mobile. Just six months later, we are beginning to say goodbye to the once popular brand that introduced us to the world of mobile phones and started the digital revolution globally, as Nokia's line of smartphones powered by Windows Phone OS will now be named as the Microsoft Lumia line.

Cherry Mobile Granite is the New Starmobile Energy

In 2012, after the successful release of its first flagship Android smartphone, Starmobile released a very interesting entry-level Android smartphone known as the Energy. It was known for its intriguing features despite the fact that it is running on a single-core processor such as an 8 megapixel rear camera, mobile TV function, and long-lasting battery life. Fast forward two years later, Cherry Mobile has just released a similar smartphone to the Starmobile Energy but it seems to be more powerful. And that would be the Cherry Mobile Granite.

My First Impressions on the Cherry Mobile Alpha Luxe

Introducing the Cherry Mobile Alpha Luxe (Photo Courtesy of Noypigeeks.com)

Cherry Mobile surprised the local tech industry with the first ever locally-branded Windows-powered mobile devices in the Philippines, known as the Cherry Mobile Alpha series. Its smartphones has set the standard for other local mobile phone brands to unveil their own Windows Phone. Now I will tell you my first impressions on what is considered to be my favorite among the two Windows-powered smartphones released by the "Future of Mobile". And that would be the Cherry Mobile Alpha Luxe.

A Console Gaming Experience on Smartphones

Smartphones are the new generation of personal computers on-the-go today. Aside from the usual calling and texting that are basic things that we do on mobile phones since the beginning of the new millennium, we can do almost everything on a smartphone. It is like we are doing everyday tasks on a hands-on mobile computer. Of all the things we do on a smartphone, perhaps the most popular among them is playing games. Yes, that's right!! There are thousands of games available for you to play on a smartphone. Most of them are giving you the same experience that you have when you are playing video games on your home console. A console gaming experience on a smartphone, no way!!

Move Over Nokia, Here Comes the Cherry Mobile Alpha!!

If you think that Nokia is the only mobile phone brand with a portfolio of smartphones powered by Windows Phone OS that are available in the Philippines, then you are absolutely wrong. This is because a local mobile phone brand has recently entered the growing Windows Mobile craze with its own brand of Windows-powered mobile devices that will cater more Filipino smartphone users. And that would be Cherry Mobile, the "Future of Mobile". I would like to introduce you all to the Cherry Mobile Alpha series.

The Reality About the Nokia X Family of Android Phones

When I learned last April that Nokia is going to jump into the globally popular Android craze with its first Android smartphones, I am surprised that a struggling mobile phone brand is going to release something new but unexpected after years in the industry. Still, I was a little bit excited about this, seeing what would they be like if they are available in the market. However, I found out that Nokia's Android phones available in the market are not quite what I have expected. Is the Nokia X family of smartphones fit to be known as Android phones that rule the market today? Well, I'll just point out some factors about them.