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ASUS ZenBeam E1: Multiple Features, Multiple Benefits

Introduction Pocketable and portable projectors are not a new thing for Taiwanese technology giant ASUS. Back in 2012, I got a chance to write about the ASUS P1 LED, the company's first foray into projectors. Fast forward to the present, the folks at ASUS Philippines sent me the ZenBeam E1. Let's have a closer look into it and see if ASUS's latest product is a reflection of the improvements that the company has been introducing to its pico projector line over the past six years. Features Seeing the P1 LED for the very first time, one could easily tell that it is a mini projector, and that is because of its conspicuous rotating lens. However, the case of the ZenBeam E1 is quite different. Minus the packaging and its accessories, one might say that it is a portable power bank. Its similarity to one of ASUS's ZenPower power bank models is obvious. In actuality, the ZenBeam E1 doubles as a power bank. The 6000mAh battery module within is not only meant to power the projector itself (for

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Samsung outs Galaxy Watch, Tab S4 and Tab A 10.5 in PH

South Korean technology giant recently brought the Samsung Galaxy Watch, Samsung Galaxy Tab S4, and Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5 to the Philippines, three new additions to the company's expanding ecosystem of Galaxy-labeled mobile devices. MAIN PHOTO: (From left to right) Dan Torres, Marketing Head for IT & Mobile; Patty Lee, Product Marketing Category Head; Bea Ignacio, Product Marketing Manager for Tablets, Wearables, & Accessories; and Isabella Concepcion, Marketing Manager for Flagship Smartphones. Samsung Galaxy Watch The Galaxy Watch brings the best of the Samsung’s Galaxy ecosystem with long-lasting battery life, wellness capabilities, and a timeless and personalized design. The Galaxy Watch helps users accomplish more with new stress and sleep monitoring capabilities, in addition to offering a more robust line up of style options including two new watch faces in Silver and Rose Gold, and new customizable watch band colors. Galaxy Watch’s improved battery life of up to 80+ hour

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Acer Swift 5, world's lightest 15-inch laptop, unveils at IFA

Acer announced the pricing and availability of the Swift 5 (SF515-51T) notebook, the world’s lightest notebook PC with a 15-inch display. Designed for discerning customers who want an envy-inducing PC, the Swift 5 delivers exceptional performance in an elegant chassis that weighs less than one kilogram (990g). The Swift 5 (SF515-51T) is powered by the latest 8th Generation Intel Core i7-8565U and Core i5-8265U processors to deliver responsive performance and up to 10 hours of battery life for day-to-night productivity. Running Windows 10, the new Swift 5 is a large-screen productivity powerhouse. “Acer is consistently developing new ways to engineer thin-and-light chassis designs that house the latest technology with stellar features,” said Jerry Hou, General Manager, Consumer Notebooks, IT Products Business, Acer Inc. “The industry-leading sub-1kg weight on the new Swift 5 delivers all that’s best in an ultra-portable notebook: a sleek chassis, stylish design and slim bezels with su

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ECS LIVA Q Mini PC priced above PhP 10,000 in PH

Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) has introduced the LIVA Q, the world’s smallest Windows-based Mini PC. The newly launched LIVA Q is a pocket-sized Mini PC featuring the latest Intel Apollo Lake SOC processors, together with 4GB RAM 32GB eMMC storage and HDMI 2.0. The latest series of LIVA product supports and enables the handling of 4K content playback with ease. The new LIVA Q allows one to stay connected with dual network options, a standard RJ45 LAN connector for more stabilized connection and Wi-Fi 802.11ac + Bluetooth 4.1 for wireless connections. On the storage front, it boasts of a MicroSD card slot that supports up to 128GB memory card for users who wish to have more storage along with two USB slots for other devices. The key selling point of the LIVA Q is its compact size. The smallest Mini PC of its kind, it measures just about 70 x 70 x 31.4mm and weighs 260g only. The 0.15L Mini PC also comes with a VESA mount that allows users to hang/hide the Mini PC behind monitors/T

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Globe, Garena stage major League of Legends event in PH

Thousands of gaming fanatics flocked to the Mall of Asia Arena this August 18-19 for the country's biggest League of Legends event, Globe Conquerors Manila 2018! Presented by Globe and Garena, the major e-sports tournament saw eight teams from the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia battle it out to become the best team in Southeast Asia. Gamers were also treated to the new HomeSurf promo of free Internet for gaming from Globe At Home! Electrifying regional playoffs Thai powerhouse team Ascension Gaming rose to the top with a perfect 6-0 record. Fresh off their win at the Garena Premier League 2018 Spring in March, they gained unbreakable momentum and crushed Malaysia's Kuala Lumpur Hunters in the semi-finals and fellow Thai team MEGA ESports in the finals. They won the grand prize of USD 100,000 plus the coveted spot at the League of Legends World Championship in Korea as the Southeast Asian representative. "All in all, Globe Conquerors Manila 2018 was a major

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Samsung officially unveils Galaxy Note9 in PH

Samsung Electronics Philippines Corporation officially launches the Samsung Galaxy Note9 in the Philippines. Held on August 14 at the Marriott Grand Ballroom, the event gathers media personalities, together with Samsung dealers and partners for an evening of exciting talks and a closer look at the tech giant’s newest flagship smartphone. Hosted by Cesca Litton, the media launch brings together various Samsung representatives to showcase the powerful capabilities of the Galaxy Note9 and introduce its brand ambassadors: Heart Evangelista-Escudero, Nico Bolzico, and Erwan Heussaff. Taking the lead for SEPCO in the product demonstrations are Category Head for Flagship Smartphones Patricia Lee, and Product Marketing Manager for Note series, Ellie Huang. Do more with the Connected Bluetooth S Pen The well-loved feature of the Note series shows off its newfound capabilities in the launch. Now powered with Bluetooth, the Connected S Pen wirelessly controls the Galaxy Note9 within a 10-meter

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Gaming-centric Honor Play launches at PhP 15,990

Honor, the leading mobile device e-brand, officially launched the Honor Play, adding another innovative model to the brand’s smartphone series. The Honor Play was designed specifically to satisfy every casual and hardcore mobile gamers’ needs by delivering an optimum, high-end performance, and will be available in the country for only PhP 15,990. The Honor Play will be available in the Philippines in black and blue, with a RAM of 4GB, and with up to 64GB expandable storage via microSD card slot up to 256GB. Pre-orders can be made at the Game with the Brave event - in partnership with SM Cyberzone - at SM City Fairview starting today, August 11, 2018. The Honor Play will be available on Lazada, Shopee and stores nationwide, starting August 13, 2018. Game ON with the ultimate performance beast The launch of Honor Play brings major groundbreaking and industry leading smartphone technologies to mobile gamers. The support from our fans and consumers motivates us to consistently deliver and

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ASUS rolls out AMD B450 series motherboards in PH

ASUS recently announced that the ROG Strix, Prime, and the TUF Gaming series motherboards built on the AMD B450 chipset and supporting the latest AMD Ryzen processors are now available. AMD’s Ryzen platform offers an incredible desktop compute experience with multithreaded horsepower plus accessible overclocking and gaming prowess. Earlier this year AMD launched the second-generation Ryzen family with the updated X470 chipset designed to further enhance the performance of higher-end gaming and content creation rigs. Now, AMD is launching the B450 chipset for a new generation of affordable motherboards. The B450 is streamlined for straightforward builds and smaller form factors. The ROG Strix B450-F Gaming elevates the platform with signature features for serious gamers while the TUF B450M-Plus Gaming focuses on essentials and durability. Despite differences within the series, the ASUS B450 family is bound together by common features and capabilities honed over nearly 30 years of mak

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HyperX Cloud Stinger gaming headset sells for PhP 1,995

HyperX, the gaming division of Kingston Technology, announced the launch of Cloud Stinger Core gaming headset. It is an affordable headset, designed for console gamers looking for great sound at a value price. The HyperX Cloud Stinger Core is designed for PS4 and is also compatible with the Xbox One and the Nintendo Switch. The headset features an adjustable steel slider and soft ear cushions for comfort, along with a swiveling mic. The Cloud Stinger Core comes with directional 40mm drivers and a closed-cup design for an immersive in-game audio experience with less distractions. Players of all levels need quality, comfortable gaming headsets, and HyperX fills this demand, providing hours of comfortable gaming for pro gamers and enthusiasts alike. “Building on the demand for the HyperX Cloud Stinger headset, we designed the new high-quality Cloud Stinger Core for console gamers on a budget. The headset is made sturdy and durable and comes with steel sliders so users can comfortably pl

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Samsung Galaxy J8 hits PH store shelves today

The Samsung Galaxy J8, the perfect companion for life’s picture-perfect moments, hits stores nationwide today. Built to capture vibrant photos, the Galaxy J8 features a Professional Dual Camera. The 16-megapixel F1.7 + 5-megapixel F1.9 camera system allows one to zone in on what matters with Live Focus. The feature enables background blur adjustment to create an artistic bokeh effect and make intended subjects stand out. The Great Night Camera carries an F1.7 lens aperture, producing breathtaking and vivid shots even under low-light conditions. The Galaxy J8’s 16-megapixel F1.9 Front Camera snaps gorgeous selfies, smartly highlighting one’s best features. With the Galaxy J8’s long-lasting 3500mAh battery, take photos all day without worrying about running out of power. View moments in high resolution through the Galaxy J8’s premium 6.0-inch Super AMOLED Infinity Display. The expansive screen, complemented by a smooth and seamless body, lets users browse photos and videos in premium a

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