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realme 8 5G achieves sold-out success within hours of official launch

realme, the country’s no. 1 smartphone brand for Q1 2021, marks another milestone with the widely successful launch of its mid-range 5G game-changer, the realme 8 5G. Officially unveiled to the public via a special livestream on June 24, the realme 8 5G sold out within the first few hours of its exclusive Shopee launch. realme’s latest 5G innovation also sold out after every flash sale launched throughout the day. In addition, remarkable sales were also generated by the brand from realme stores and partner dealers nationwide. Those who have received their units—customers, media, and influencers alike—have since given positive feedback and reviews for the realme 8 5G. The warm response to the launch of the realme 8 5G shows Filipinos’ readiness to experience the infinite possibilities of 5G technology. As 5G access and connectivity become rapidly available in the country, the leading smartphone brand aims to lead the race, providing 5G-ready smartphones to as many Filipinos as possi

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Synology announces upcoming DSM 7.0 launch, C2 cloud expansion

Synology has announced the imminent release of DiskStation Manager (DSM) 7.0 and a massive expansion of the Synology C2 platform with four new cloud services. Focusing on enhancing security, system management capabilities, and improving data collaboration, DSM 7.0 is an enormous step forward for Synology's NAS and SAN product lines. Building upon the success of C2 Storage, Synology is rolling out both hybrid and cloud-only products, including a new password manager, directory as a service, cloud backup, and secure file transferring solutions. Synology is heavily invested in expanding the availability of its cloud platform by starting work on opening a new data center location to expand its services to the Asia Pacific region. Close to the source, how Synology edge solutions solve data management challenges "Large amounts of unstructured data is constantly being generated at exponential rates," said Philip Wong, Synology CEO, and Founder. "Traditional centralized storage deployment

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Stay protected, buy original Seagate products

Data is life. Our physical and digital lives are now intertwined so tightly, that one affects the other in so many ways. As we all know, the most valuable thing on the hard drives you use is the data you create and store there.  If it gets lost or damaged, it could have serious implications on you personally or your business. Purchasing authentic hard drives can be challenging as counterfeit products and services filled the market. Fret not, Seagate, a world leader in data storage and management solutions, provides warranty, security, and support you need while enjoying other perks and benefits when you buy original Seagate products from their authorized resellers and distributors. Warranty Product warranty is the guarantee a manufacturer of a product gives to the customer related to the quality of their product and the compensation offered should the product not perform as advertised. With Seagate’s limited warranty, your hard drive is covered for any defects in the build or mater

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Redmi Note 10 review: Painting the town Red(mi) again

For us who love social media and the content that we upload and consume on it like photos and videos, mobile photography and videography remain as one of the most popular use cases of smartphones among Filipinos. It is the same reason why smartphone makers like Xiaomi, one of the largest in the world, have emphasized the imaging capabilities of their smartphone models, regardless of their price segment. Back in March, Xiaomi introduced to the Philippines the Redmi Note 10 as a new contender in the midrange price segment, selling for less than P10,000. Recently, I got a unit of the Note 10 and had a chance to explore its capabilities in the imaging department. But first, let us have a quick look at the entirety of the Redmi Note 10. The color variant that I got was Onyx Gray, but if you are looking for other colors, it is also available in Lake Green and Pebble White. The Redmi Note 10 looks good in Onyx Gray and appears quite purplish on some occasions, depending on ambient lightin

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Xiaomi's latest 5G-ready midrange king lands in the Philippines

Global technology leader Xiaomi recently announced the arrival of Redmi Note 10 5G, its latest 5G ready mid-range smartphone in the Philippines. The device features flagship-level performance while still being one of the most affordable 5G smartphones in the business. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 700 to provide flagship-level power efficiency – with its 7nm manufacturing node, Dual 5G SIM supported system and integrated modem. “At MediaTek, we are thrilled to be part of this occasion as it represents a continuation of our long-standing partnership with Xiaomi. The new Redmi Note 10 5G features our incredibly efficient 5G-integrated SoC, MediaTek Dimensity 700, which is a mainstream smartphone 5G chip to ensure everyone can benefit from essential 5G connectivity features, while also being incredibly power efficient to ensure you’re always connected. Just like Xiaomi’s vision to bring innovation to everyone, we are in support of this, by bringing the most essential 5G technol

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Kingston announces HyperX Predator DDR4 memory high-speed additions

Kingston Technology has announced the release of three high-speed HyperX Predator DDR4 memory kits in 5000MHz, 5133MHz, and 5333MHz frequency versions. The new frequency options will be available as 8GB modules in kits of two and include a black aluminum heat spreader and black PCB to complement the look of the latest PC builds by system builders and DIY PC enthusiasts. Kingston’s ultra-fast HyperX Predator DDR4 memory was used to set the overclocking world record at 7200MHz last month and at 7156MHz in March. HyperX Predator DDR4 offers high-performance memory paired with a bold and aggressive style. The new flagship frequency available for purchase has expanded to 5333MHz with a latency of CL20. HyperX memory modules are Intel XMP-ready with certified profiles optimized for Intel’s latest chipsets and compatible with many of AMD’s latest chipsets. “Following record-breaking overclocking announcements using HyperX Predator DDR4 frequencies, we are excited to expand its offerings w

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realme Buds Q2 to launch on May 20, guarantees ‘audio made even better’

In just a short period since its launch in 2018, the country’s no. 1 smartphone brand realme has emerged as one of the best-selling TWS brands in the Philippines, with an overall brand portfolio of over 150,000 users as of April 2021. Following the impressive market performances of the realme Buds Q and the realme Buds Air series, realme continues to strengthen its position in the AIoT (artificial intelligence of things) category with the upcoming launch of its newest TWS (True Wireless Stereo) device -- the realme Buds Q2. Promising audio made even better, the realme Buds Q2 offers improved style, listening experience, connectivity, and quality, that digital-savvy Filipinos are sure to appreciate. Better listening experience The realme buds Q2 offers a 20-hour Long Battery Life so you can binge up to eight movies or listen to 400 songs uninterrupted. With its built-in 40mAh battery in buds and 400mAh battery in charging case, the realme Buds Q2 gives 3-hour single continuous calli

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‘Kingston Is With You’ campaign aims to inspire people with the power of memories

Accelerating the vision of preserving memories with its memory and storage products, Kingston Technology has announced its “Kingston Is With You” campaign. With the new brand positioning message, “Kingston Is With You,” Kingston aims to bring alive the invincible impact of memories in our lives and emphasizes that memories not only exist in the past but can also be the driving force that motivates one to move forward in life. A series of “Kingston Is With You” themed online and offline activities begin today, kicking off with the premiere of the micro-film, "Memories Empower," which unveils a self-recovery journey through memories. In addition, Kingston specially designed a limited-edition gift box that connects memories with the five senses. The gift box comes with “7-Day Memory Challenge” cards, assigning 7 mini-tasks to recipients, helping them relive their most precious moments, and provide a chance to win heartwarming gifts. Retail channels will also run promotional activities

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Xiaomi’s entry level kings made more affordable with Redmi 9A, 9C price drop

Xiaomi’s young and powerful entry-level kings are now even more accessible as Xiaomi announced exciting price drops for the best-selling Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C. Get a Redmi 9A 2GB + 32GB variant now for only P4,490 (from P4,690). Meanwhile, you can also purchase a Redmi 9C 2GB + 32GB variant at P4,990 (from P5,290) or the 3GB + 64 GB variant at P5,690 (from P5,990). The Redmi 9A is a fantastic choice for an entry-level phone – first, it has a massive 6.53” Dot Drop display screen so presentations and videos are crystal clear, plus it is certified for low blue light by Germany’s TÜV Rheinland so that it’s easy on the eyes. It also comes with a 5000mAh high-capacity battery with a longer lifespan to provide for years of reliable use and a MediaTek Helio G25 processor to make sure the phone runs smoothly. The Redmi 9A also has an AI-optimized 13MP rear camera. Kaleidoscope effects add fun to your videos, while Palm Shutter lets you conveniently snap photos with the 5MP selfie camera. The

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Gear up for great deals with Seagate x Shopee 5.5 Brand Festival Sale!

Seagate Technology is offering great deals on Shopee with 5.5 Brands Festival Sale happening now until May 5, 2021. Up to 40% discounts are offered off products from its popular line of storage solutions for backup, gaming, network-attached-storage (NAS), and surveillance. Preserve your cherished memories and valuable data with amazing deals you can get from Seagate.   Visit the Seagate official store on Shopee at http://bit.ly/SeagateXShopee55 to know more about Seagate’s Discount Voucher and Flash Sale schedule. Find out more about the 5.5 Mega Brand Sale at https://shopee.ph/m/5-5. Make your shopping experience more convenient and rewarding when you SHOP, BUY LOAD, and PAY BILLS with ShopeePay.  Download the Shopee app for free on the App Store or Google Play Store.

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