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Magbabagsakan Dito: #TheToughestPhone HONOR X9b 5G Officially Arrives Tomorrow!

HONOR Philippines just made the highly anticipated grand launch of HONOR X9b 5G more exciting! Fans are more than ecstatic as Parokya ni Edgar Vocalist Chito Miranda was confirmed to grace the unveiling of the toughest phone on January 12, 2024. You can catch it live on Facebook: https://bit.ly/FB_X9b_Pressrelease at exactly 7PM! “We are very happy to announce that Chito Miranda, Parokya Ni Edgar’s vocalist will perform during the launch of our HONOR X9b 5G together with Miss Charm Philippines and HONOR Star Pauline Amelincx as the host. This is just one of our suprises, there’s more to watch out for so stay tuned,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng. The HONOR X9b 5G is a marvel of modern design and technology. Its golden curvature strikes the perfect balance between aesthetic appeal and user comfort, making it an absolute pleasure to hold. Despite its premium features, the HONOR X9b is surprisingly light and thin, weighing just 185g with a width of 7.98mm. In addit

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NVIDIA Brings Generative AI to Millions, with Tensor Core GPUs, LLMs, Tools for RTX PCs and Workstations

NVIDIA recently announced GeForce RTX SUPER desktop GPUs for supercharged generative AI performance, new AI laptops from every top manufacturer, and new NVIDIA RTX-accelerated AI software and tools for both developers and consumers.  Building on decades of PC leadership, with over 100 million of its RTX GPUs driving the AI PC era, NVIDIA is now offering these tools to enhance PC experiences with generative AI: NVIDIA TensorRT acceleration of the popular Stable Diffusion XL model for text-to-image workflows, NVIDIA RTX Remix with generative AI texture tools, NVIDIA ACE microservices, and more games that use DLSS 3 technology with Frame Generation.  In addition, NVIDIA TensorRT-LLM (TRT-LLM), an open-source library that accelerates and optimizes inference performance of the latest large language models (LLMs), now supports more pre-optimized models for PCs. Accelerated by TRT-LLM, Chat with RTX, an NVIDIA tech demo also released this month, allows AI enthusiasts to interact with their

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NVIDIA and Developers Pioneer Lifelike Digital Characters for Games and Applications with NVIDIA ACE, Avatar Cloud Engine

NVIDIA today introduced production  microservices for the NVIDIA Avatar Cloud Engine (ACE) that allow developers of games, tools and middleware to integrate state-of-the-art generative AI models  into the digital avatars in their games and applications.  The new ACE microservices let developers build interactive avatars using AI models such as NVIDIA Audio2Face™ (A2F), which creates expressive facial animations from audio sources, and NVIDIA Riva Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR), for building customisable multilingual speech and translation applications using generative AI.  Developers embracing ACE include Charisma.AI, Convai, Inworld, miHoYo, NetEase Games, Ourpalm, Tencent, Ubisoft and UneeQ.   “Generative AI technologies are transforming virtually everything we do, and that  also includes game creation and gameplay,” said Keita Iida, vice president of  developer relations at NVIDIA. “NVIDIA ACE opens up new possibilities for game developers by populating their worlds with life

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GeForce RTX 40 SUPER Series: New Heroes Debut in the Gaming and Creating Universe with AI as Their Superpower

NVIDIA announced the GeForce RTX™ 40 SUPER Series family of GPUs — including the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, GeForce  RTX 4070 Ti SUPER and GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER — which supercharge the latest games and form the core of AI-powered PCs.   This latest iteration of NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture-based GPUs delivers up to  52 shader TFLOPS, 121 RT TFLOPS and 836 AI TOPS to supercharge gaming and creating — and provide the power to develop new entertainment worlds and experiences. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER starts from US$599.  PC gamers demand the very best in visual quality, and AI-powered NVIDIA Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) Super Resolution, Frame Generation and Ray  Reconstruction combine with ray tracing to offer stunning worlds — just a click  away in titles such as Diablo IV, Pax Dei and Horizon Forbidden West. With DLSS,  seven out of eight pixels can be AI-generated, accelerating full ray tracing by up to  4x with better image quality.  “For everyone from gaming enthusiast

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LG Unveils Transparent Antenna for Vehicles with Saint-Gobain Sekurit at CES 2024

LG Electronics (LG) will unveil its transparent antenna for automobiles at CES 2024. LG’s transparent film-type antenna, which is applied directly to vehicle glass, was designed in collaboration with renowned French glass manufacturer, Saint-Gobain Sekurit. A transformative telecommunications technology, the company’s transparent telematics solution is expected to make waves in the rapidly evolving mobility sector while further strengthening LG’s position in the automotive solutions market. The automotive industry, where electric vehicles are now the norm and autonomous and software-defined vehicles are soon to arrive, is set for a connectivity revolution. This transformation demands cutting-edge telecommunications environments capable of real-time data exchange within high-tech personal spaces. Designed for compatibility with various types of glass and vehicle designs, LG’s transparent antenna will be available as an on-glass or in-glass solution. The broad surface application of th

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COLORFUL Introduces New NVIDIA RTX 40 SUPER Series Graphics Cards

Colorful Technology Company Limited, a leading brand in gaming PC components, gaming laptops, and HiFi audio products, launches its lineup of the new NVIDIA RTX SUPER Series graphics cards. Included in the lineup are the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER 16GB, GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER 16GB, and GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER 12GB graphics cards featuring the Vulcan, Neptune, Advanced, Ultra W, and Battle-Ax Series models. The new NVIDIA RTX 40 SUPER Series graphics cards will be using the new 12v-2x6 connector standard, an improved version of the 12VHPWR connector. The new GeForce RTX SUPER GPUs are the ultimate way to experience AI on PCs. Specialized AI Tensor Cores deliver up to 836 AI TOPS to deliver transformative capabilities for AI in gaming, creating and everyday productivity. PC gamers demand the very best in visual quality, and AI-powered NVIDIA Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) Super Resolution, Frame Generation, and Ray Reconstruction combine with ray tracing to offer stunning worlds. Wit

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Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2-inch, MateBook D 16 2024, and FreeClip Raise the Bar for Portable Innovation and Creative Mastery

Huawei has confirmed that it is bringing its latest innovations into the Pacific region, including the Philippines. After a successful launch in Dubai, the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 13.2-inch, HUAWEI MateBook D 16 2024, and HUAWEI FreeClip are set to redefine the way Filipino consumers work, create, and innovate starting this Jan. 11. A Decade-Long Journey of Innovation in Tablet and PC Industry Huawei tablets have emerged as industry leaders, defying the global decline in the tablet market since 2016 by maintaining a commitment to innovation, continuing this on later to other devices such as PCs. While many competitors withdrew from the market, Huawei persisted in research and development, introducing groundbreaking products to enhance consumer experiences. Today, their HUAWEI MatePad Pro 13.2-inch and HUAWEI MateBook D 16 are frontrunners in the industry. Initially focusing on entertainment, Huawei shifted its tablet focus to productivity in response to consumer demands. The MediaPad M6,

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Can the Toughest Phone HONOR X9b 5G Survive a 100FT Drop Test? Witness on January 12

HONOR Philippines, a renowned player in the global technology arena, has commenced the new year with a resounding announcement of the HONOR X9b 5G, aptly touted as the toughest phone in their lineup. The revelation comes on the heels of an enticing teaser campaign, showcasing the phone's remarkable durability from every conceivable angle. In a statement, HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "It may come as a shock to our HONOR fans, but we really stayed true to our promise of giving the best to them. Don’t we all love surprises, especially when we least expect it? This upcoming grand launch will be very exciting not just for us but also for the whole Filipinos. We’re introducing what we’re confident to be a smashing hit!" The HONOR X9b 5G addresses a universal concern—durability—suitable for users of all ages. Meticulously designed to provide a luxurious experience with the advanced amenities of smartphones, the HONOR X9b 5G is poised to c

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Filipino Esports Teams Vie for Supremacy at Upcoming Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 Grand Finals

It is all systems go for the highly anticipated Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 Grand Finals at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on Jan. 13 and 14. Twenty-six (26) teams from across the Asia Pacific region will compete in Dota 2 and VALORANT for the coveted Predator Shield and their share of the $200,000 prize pool.The question is: How will Filipino teams fare in the tournament?For Dota 2, iconic teams Blacklist International, Execration, and defending Asia Pacific Predator League champions Polaris Esports will be joined by the winners of the Philippine qualifiers, Made in Philippines.For VALORANT, Team Secret, one of the most renowned teams in the VCT Pacific League, will be alongside Oasis Gaming and ZOL Esports, who both qualified during the Philippine Finals.“It will be anybody’s game. Predator League is the stomping ground of the region’s up-and-coming esports talents. We are excited to see who is hungry enough for the victory to overcome the competition and win the Predator Shield,” s

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Roar-Some Adventure Starts Now! Kingston Technology Releases Limited-Edition 2024 Mini Dragon USB Drive

Ringing in the New Year with some roar-someness, Kingston Technology, a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, recently announced the release of the limited-edition 2024 Mini Dragon USB Flash Drive in Malaysia. Nestled in an adorable dragon egg case, the new Mini Dragon USB Flash Drive boasts a generous 128GB capacity, making it the perfect holiday gift for people on-the-go. Embark on a memory-capturing adventure with the newest collectible USB drive in the Mini Collection family and enjoy a perfect blend of fun and functionality. The Mini Dragon USB Flash Drive continues the signature design of Kingston's Mini Collection, featuring a cute and round green dragon hovering in the clouds and cased in dragon egg packaging. Its smooth rubber exterior ensures resistance to falls and impacts, and its tail is designed as a key ring loop for portability, making it easy to carry files anywhere and everywhere. The Mini Dragon is your go-to companion or seamless digital data st

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