Category: Tech
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There’s no denying that the Pokemon Go mania has landed in the Philippines, and like many others, Cebuanos are also left with the same question: Where can we find more Pokemons? No need to worry, you’re going to catch them all—more than 20 Pokemons are currently lurking around the 30-hectare The Mactan Newtown. Prepare to…
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Only 1 percent of small to medium enterprises that make up the bulk of Philippine companies are online and PLDT SME Nation wants to change this through its Big Talks conference series. “The goal is to get as many enterprises online as possible. We have a lot of catching up to do. More than acquiring…
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The importance of high-speed internet connectivity in places of convergence is emphasized by the varying needs of travelers. A number of people want to stay updated with news from all over while traveling and others choose not to interrupt their work while on the go. There are also those who want to stay connected with…
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PLDT and Smart Communications have signed a landmark agreement with the Philippine government through the Department of Transportation to strengthen data connectivity with the installation of Smart Wifi in major airports, seaports, and bus terminals all over the country, as well as mass transport systems, MRT and LRT. Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade and PLDT and…
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For P599 a month, customers can get from Smart Bro an iPad Mini 2 with a 1.7GB monthly data allocation plus 1.1GB set aside for video streaming on YouTube, iflix, Dailymotion, and Vimeo for the first 3 months. This is the easiest and most affordable way to own an iPad Mini, the company said in…
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PLDT Home, the country’s leading digital and multimedia services provider, makes its way to the Queen City of the South to strengthen connections among Cebuano families. For July, Cebu is in full swing and at the heart of PLDT Home’s festivities, which bring broadband closer to families with the biggest events and best deals. Residents…
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Premium Apple reseller Power Mac Center recently signed a partnership with the University of Visayas New School of Art & Design (UVNS) to strengthen the position of its Apple Authorized Training Center (AATC) in Cebu within the creative market. UVNS’ Customized Education was recently named an Apple Distinguished Program. Offering certificate courses in Visual Communication…
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PLDT and Smart Communications have strengthened access to the internet with the installation of Smart Wifi in Davao City’s Francisco Bangoy International Airport. The upgrade of the wireless connectivity in the airport would enable travelers using the passenger terminal to maximize their digital experience while connecting to their loved ones and friends via social media,…
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Filipinos keenly anticipating the launch of Pokemon GO can now stay updated on the upcoming release of the game in the Philippines and fully enjoy the game when it launches with the help of freenet and PayMaya. Now a certified worldwide phenomenon, Pokemon GO is a location-based mobile game developed by Niantic Labs in partnership…
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For audiophiles or those people who are very particular with their audio equipment, nothing but high quality gadgets and equipment will do. Among the shops in Cebu frequented by audiophiles is A. Refinery, which celebrated its first year last July 16. A. Refinery is located in the new wing of Ayala Center Cebu. It sells…
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Luck had me traveling to Hong Kong twice this year, one for a trip long planned since last year, the other for a complimentary hotel stay that had to be availed of by May. Foreign trips cost money and I was traveling with women friends in a shopping mecca that is Hong Kong. For that…
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Geeks, people who are connoisseurs of tech, design and startups, will find Panglao Island a fun-filled and exciting place to visit. Panglao Island has been the favored watering hole of tourists, diving enthusiasts, and nature lovers alike with its pristine waters, palm trees, white sand beaches, and coral reefs. A small town of over 68,000…
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PLDT subsidiary Smart Communications (Smart) is rapidly widening the footprint of its Smart Wifi service in key transport hubs, government offices, and business establishments across the country. Smart has earmarked close to P1 billion for the rollout, which forms part of PLDT’s P43-billion capital expenditure program for this year alone. Smart WiFi hotspots Smart Wifi…
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Leading companies that develop a people first approach will win in today’s digital economy, according to the latest global technology trends report from Accenture. As technology advancements accelerate at an unprecedented rate – dramatically disrupting the workforce – companies that equip employees, partners and consumers with new skills can fully capitalize on innovations. Those that do…
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Filipino basketball fans can throw their support behind Gilas Pilipinas wherever they are by tuning in to the mobile livestream of the Philippine team games at the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament via the freenet app (formerly SafeZone), available for free download and free from data charges for all Smart, TNT and Sun subscribers nationwide. All…
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Most government health facilities in the provinces have a shortage of doctors. Health workers who badly need the advice and expertise of medical specialists have to fend for themselves in both routine and emergency situations. Hx Factfinder, a mobile application developed at the recent #thinkOPENhealth: Hackathon for Health aims to solve this problem. “Our app…
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Smart Communications has unveiled the country’s first 1GB data offer for only P50. Valid for 3 days, GigaSurf50 also comes with an additional 300MB for streaming on sites like YouTube and iflix. To subscribe to this latest offer, simply text GIGA50 to 9999. Smart said the new offer empowers subscribers to ride the digital wave…
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Good design, light weight, solid battery life, a great fitness tracking app and desktop dashboard and access to a community make the Fitbit Blaze a top choice for those who want to buy a tracker and smartwatch. As a long-time user of the Sony Smartwatch 3, it’s hard to make the shift to a different…
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Filipinos will be able to watch the livestreaming of the June 30 inauguration of Rodrigo Duterte as the 16th President of the Republic of the Philippines on mobile and for free. Smart, TNT and Sun subscribers nationwide will be able to do this using freenet, the free data platform of Voyager Innovations, the digital innovations…
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Smart is set to change the way Filipinos enjoy their smartphones with the launch of the SmartLife app, where people can discover exciting perks and free digital content right at their fingertips. Initially available to Android smartphone users via the Google Play Store, the SmartLife is a discovery portal for perks, mobile videos, music, and…