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HONOR X6b Review—A New Addition to Your Gift Ideas

HONOR Philippines recently introduced the HONOR X6b smartphone at the onset of the “ber” months when people begin to feel the holiday season in the country. People have started to search and buy gifts, which makes the launch of the HONOR X6b timely and relevant. However, is the HONOR X6b worth adding to your growing list of gift ideas? Let us find out in this review. (For a quick look at the HONOR X6b, watch the unboxing video.) The HONOR X6b has three color variants—Forest Green, Midnight Black, and Starry Purple. The subject of this review, the HONOR X6b Starry Purple variant has a smooth back cover coated in a metallic shade of purple with a frosted finish. Nevertheless, do not let its pretty appearance fool you; it is a tough smartphone that can withstand accidental bumps and drops. Recognizing its toughness, SGS Switzerland has also given the HONOR X6b a five-star overall resistance certification. (To prove the toughness of the HONOR X6b, I intentionally dropped it from a height

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NOW AVAILABLE: The TechLife Smart Watch L1 is Your Newest Affordable Sidekick

Being a student today means juggling classes, staying healthy, attending social events, and keeping track of never-ending notifications thus, nifty devices, such as the newest TechLife Smart Watch L1, can make all the difference, serving as a personal health tracker while staying effortlessly connected. Priced at just ₱1,999, this affordable and stylish smartwatch is perfect for students who need a reliable companion to keep up with their fast-paced lives. The TechLife Smart Watch L1 features advanced Health and Fitness Tracking, designed to seamlessly integrate wellness into one's daily routine. It accurately tracks heart rate, blood oxygen levels, stress levels, sleep quality, and workout performance at a moment's notice. With over 110 Fitness Modes, this smartwatch can also be a personal workout buddy, tracking steps, calories burned, and distance traveled. Whether at the gym or running around campus, the device records all workout stats, helping users reach their fitness goals.

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Catch Awesome Adventures at 7-Eleven: Pokémon Teams Up with Convenience Store Giant for Special Merch and More!

In its constant pursuit to foster community, 7-Eleven has mastered collaborating with popular brands that can stir excitement among its customers. This month, 7-Eleven goers can jump on another awesome adventure as a legendary partnership is making noise in regions far and wide: that between the convenience store giant and one of the most beloved media franchises in the world, Pokémon. A brand that’s captured the hearts of many with its range of video games, animated series and films, trading cards, and mobile apps, Pokémon’s zest for exploration will definitely provide an irresistible thrill for fans of the franchise and 7-Eleven alike. The partnership was launched last September 13, 2024 with a ribbon-cutting held at 7-Eleven Centris 1 in Quezon City. Present at the milestone occasion were representatives from 7-Eleven Philippines, The Pokémon Company, and Niantic Inc., the company of the mobile game Pokémon GO. Both brands kicked things off by dressing up 7-Eleven Centris 1 in Que

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HONOR Boasts New HONOR MagicPad2, HONOR Watch 5 at IFA 2024

Global technology brand HONOR at IFA 2024 also unveiled the HONOR Watch 5 and HONOR MagicPad2 – two exciting gadgets that will revolutionize productivity and technology. HONOR MagicPad2: Perfect Integration of Productivity and Entertainment The HONOR MagicPad2 stands out with its impressive slim design, boasting an ultra-thin 5.8mm body and weighing just 555g, making it the ideal companion for on-the-go use. It features a 12.3-inch HONOR Eye Comfort Display with a 144Hz screen refresh rate, creating a visually stunning experience with enhanced smoothness and responsiveness across various content. Additionally, holding dual TÜV certifications, the tablet ensures optimal eye care through advanced innovations such as AI Defocus Display, 4320Hz high-frequency PWM dimming, Circadian Night Display, and Dynamic Dimming functionalities. The HONOR MagicPad2 excels not only visually but also in its audio experience. Paired with a large amplitude eight-speaker system with IMAX-enhanced certifi

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5-Star Drop-Resistant HONOR X6b is Now Available in PH Exclusively on Shopee Starting This 9.9 for Only ₱5,399!

Leading global smart devices provider, HONOR, finally announced the availability of HONOR X6b exclusively on Shopee Super Shopping Day on September 9 for ₱5,399. And if you get lucky, you can get the HONOR X6b during Piso Sale on 9.9 Flash Sale! “Durability is now more affordable with HONOR X6b! If you’re eyeing an entry level smartphone that is drop-resistant, long lasting, and efficient with battery capsule, the HONOR X6b is perfect for you! In an exclusive launch with Shopee on 9.9, we are offering exciting deals that kickstart the holiday limbo as early as September!” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng. Putting the HONOR X6b into a durability test, media partners and KOLs witness how the smartphone can withstand impacts at Studio 300, Makati, with HONOR X6b phones being aimed at in bowling, billiards, and soccer. Thanks to its comprehensive 360° protection across all six faces and four corners of the device, certified by SGS with industry-leading 5-Star Drop-Resi

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Acer Introduces the Iconia X12 AMOLED Tablet for Entertainment and Productivity On-the-Go

Acer introduced the new Iconia X12 (X12-11), an AMOLED-display tablet designed to boost productivity and entertainment experiences. Users can maximize the split-screen feature for work, high color contrast for content, and smooth frames when playing on its massive 12.6-inch AMOLED (2560X1600) panel with a fast 60 Hz refresh rate and 400 nits brightness. The Acer Iconia X12 is also equipped with quad stereo speakers for rich, immersive audio. The tablet’s usability is further enhanced with a series of accessories that boost productivity and creativity, including an option for an aluminum stylus pen, a portfolio case with a stylus slot and adjustable, multi-angle stand, plus a detachable Bluetooth keyboard with trackpad for added typing/scrolling options. The Iconia X12 also features a front 8 MP camera and a back 13 MP camera with flash and autofocus for great video calling and image capturing with true-to-life color reproduction. It runs on Android 14 and is powered by a MediaTek Heli

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Kingston Brings Next-Gen Performance with NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD

Kingston Technology, a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, today announced it is shipping the NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD for users looking for high capacity 4x4 NVMe PCIe performance in a compact form factor. The Kingston NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD is a robust next-gen storage solution powered by a Gen 4x4 NVMe controller. The Kingston NV3 delivers read/write speeds of up to 6,000/5,000MB/s1, ensuring a faster system capable of handling a variety of workloads, from editing to gaming. The drive optimizes system performance and delivers value without compromise. Its compact single-sided M.2 2280 (22x80mm) design allows for storage expansion up to 4TB2,5 while saving space for other components. As a cost-effective storage solution, the NV3 is ideal for creators and gamers looking to enhance their PC performance. “We are excited to elevate the user experience with the next-gen successor, NV3,” said Kingston. “Whether upgrading to meet the evolving demands of working from home

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AI Alert! The HONOR AI Eraser is Set to Roll Out in September with HONOR 200

Following the successful launch of the HONOR 200 series, the latest flagship killer is set to receive a significant AI-powered update in September, poised to catch the attention of photography enthusiasts. This update introduces four new revolutionary AI features designed to enhance image quality and prove that HONOR 200 is the best smartphone for you. Bokeh Adjustment Tool One of the new features is the Bokeh Adjustment Tool which allows users to adjust the aperture and focus on the subject, increasing the blur effect for a more professional look. Group Photo Enhance Tool Another addition is the Group Photo Enhance Tool, capable of editing up to 50 people in a single frame, ensuring everyone looks their best by correcting facial distortions or mistimed blinks. The Much-awaited AI Eraser Tool Lastly, the AI Eraser Tool leverages generative AI to seamlessly remove unwanted objects from photos. Photobombers and obstructions can no longer ruin your money shots. Face to Face Transla

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realme 13 Pro Series 5G Debuts in PH on August 28

As it celebrates its sixth anniversary, realme Philippines is set to unveil the realme 13 Pro Series 5G on August 28 at the yearly Fan Festival. The newest additions to the brand’s Number Series comprise of the realme 13 Pro+ 5G and realme 13 Pro 5G, both incorporating realme’s latest breakthrough in its AI innovation. The realme 13 Pro Series 5G features an Ultra Clear Camera with AI, which merges advanced hardware and software to achieve unparalleled image clarity, detail, and color accuracy. Beyond the eye-catching designs reflecting the legendary master of Impressionism, Claude Monet, here are more reasons for the Squad to get pumped up for the realme 13 Pro Series 5G launch. Say goodbye to blurry images with the AI Ultra Clarity Blurry images would now be a thing of the past, thanks to the AI Ultra Clarity featured in the realme 13 Pro Series 5G. This software feature uses AI to increase clarity or enhance the resolution of blurry images. The AI Ultra Clarity is versatile rega

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HONOR To Launch AI Eye Tracking Feature soon

In the development of new technology, the needs of people with disabilities are sometimes overlooked. International ALS foundations have been championing the cause, trying to raise awareness to encourage innovation that uplifts these communities. Adhering to HONOR’s commitment to human-centric innovation, the company stands as the first smartphone brand to introduce intent-based eye-tracking technology through its MagicOS 8.0 operating system. The AI-powered technology allows users to interact with their phone using just their eyes to open notifications and apps. The company will roll this feature out to global devices from 27th August 2024. “ALS is a progressive disease of the nerve cells in which your muscles gradually fail,” explains Limore Noach, executive director of ALS Foundation Netherlands. “Every loss of function is forever,” she says, adding that ALS patients often retain control only of their eye movement in the later stages of the disease. “People who have been diagnosed

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