HTC One E8 Plastic still Flagship

Look what we have here: HTC ONE E8 appears online.

The device is all plastic that deviates from original One iron-clad materials and at a glance, it kinda looks like Moto X. Sporting a 5 inch Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) Super LCD3 with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 which gives it ~441 ppi pixel density for crisp and clear details as well as vibrant and beautiful colors for great viewing pleasures.

Powering the device is Snapdragon 801 clocked at 2.5GHz with Adreno 330 GPU - Welcome to the world of high end phones. Performance is undeniably unquestionable. Memory and storage is also ample with 2GB RAM and 16GB Internal storage. If that's not enough, microSD expansion slot gives you more that supports up to 128GB.

Say goodbye to UltraPixels, HTC has abondoned its experiment and now has preceded with a 13MP primary back camera with single LED Flash and for its front it sticks to 5MP wide-angle camera.

HTC One E8 wont be complete with its wide range of connectivity features such as ultra-super speed LTE data connectivity. NFC is also available for one-touch fast connection and future-proof for e-payments. You do have the usual Dual-Band WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 and GPS.

Sense 6 UI on top of Android 4.4 KitKat, you up to date with fluid and highly optimized software plus other additional features like BlinkFeed and Motion Launch from one of the most noteworthy UI from HTC. Sounds is great enough with its dual stereo front speakers but with Boomsound it takes another level.

Battery life comes from 2600mAh energy pack which is pretty much decent, very efficient and optimized.

The HTC One E8 is more off a plastic version of HTC One though even with the change in materials, you still get that flagship experience. Powerful chipset, abundant memory and storage options ensures the best processing of an updated operating system. The best of sound and connectivity is also present. Out with the UltraPixels and goes up to 13MP/5MP optics. HTC still presents its best with the ONE E8.

Want The ONE E8? Priced at 20,411.00

Look here:

HTC ONE E8 (White) - Import

HTC ONE E8 (Black) - Import

Specs Summary

Android 4.4.2 KitKat

Sense 6 UI

5 inch FHD Super LCD3 Display

Corning Gorilla Glass 3

2.5GHz Quad-Core Processor

MSM8975AC Snapdragon 801

Andreno 330 GPU

2GB RAM

16GB Internal Storage

Expandable via MicroSD up to 128GB

13MP Back Camera

With LED Flash

5MP Front

LTE/HSPA+

WiFi, Dual Band 802.11 a/b/g/n

Bluetooth 4.0

GPS

NFC

2600mAh

OnePlus One: Flagship Cyanogen

OnePlus One gets spotted via Lazada Philippines.

This new comer seeks to steal some limelight from well-known brands with its One smartphone.

The device sports a 5.5 inch Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) Display by apan Display Inc. (JDI) which produces best known displays and employs Touch On Lens (TOL) that eliminates the distance between the  display panel and touch sensor but more shatterproof than that of OGS.

Powering the device is ultra-fast and powerful Snapdragon 801 clocked at 2.5GHz with Adreno 330 GPU. This ensures solid performance and smooth gaming experience even while Multi-tasking between apps. It also employs 16GB/64GB EMMC 5 for speedy write/read speed for storage plus 3GB of RAM. Hardware with this caliber, geeks will go crazy over it.

With its chipset, it supports most recent connectivity features Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4G/5G) 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS with GLONASS and NFC. Yes it will have Long Term Evolution (LTE) data connectivity. Wireless Display or Miracast is also supported as well as USB-OTG.

On the optical side, the ONE is no push over. It is equipped with 13 megapixel  6 lenses Sony Exmor IMX214 camera with f/2.0 aperture. The 6 lenses helps avoid distortion and color aberration. Dual-LED Flash also provide lighting support for those low-light captures. On the front, it packs 5MP with extra-wide 80º viewing angle to capture more space.

Packing 3100mAh is big enough and is sufficient. The content-adaptive backlight control (CABC) and Display RAM (DRAM) technology helps keep the battery efficient.

Final thing that cuts the ONE from the rest is that runs on Cyanogen Mod 11S. For newbies, it is very well known Custom Android KitKat based ROM that comes with extended features of your regular Android Experience.

So Want THE ONE? Look here: (There are 3 Sellers)

Kile:
ONEPLUS ONE (64GB) Black - Import - 21,699
ONEPLUS ONE (64GB) White - Import - 20,699
ONEPLUS ONE (16GB) White Import - 16,100

T&L
ONEPLUS ONE (64GB) Black - Import - 19,100
ONEPLUS ONE (64GB) Black - Import - 16,100

LST
ONEPLUS ONE (64GB) Black - Import - 22,660

GReview: Lenovo A850+ Performance and Endurance

With the arrival of Xiaomi in the Philippine Market, competition get stiffer and so innovation prosper. Comes many release of newnproducts packing octa-core at dirt cheap prices and Lenovo might follow suit with update on their A850, which is A850+.

It is not yet available in the market but got mine shipped from Hong Kong. Now let see whats inside...

The usual you get the Lenovo A850+ unit, 2500mAh Battery, propriety headset, data cable and charger. You do get the manual and warranty cards but in my case its in Chinese haha.

 

The smartphone is made out of plastic all over but when you take a closer look and sun light you get shimmering effect. The silver lining adds nice accent but also provides support to hands for good grip. Port are all situated at the top and on the right side is the volume rocker and power/lock button. AT the back is the your dedicated camera and flash as well as speakers by the side. This phone is big but sexy at 150 x 77 x 8.9 mm and light to handle at 162g.

The A850+ sports a 5.5 inch qHD (940 x 540 pixels) IPS Display. The resolution is a bit downer but it really helps in performance and battery life. Powering the device is 1.7GHz Octa-Core Mediatek MT6592 Processor (1.4GHz MT6592M on other markets) with Mali450-MP4 GPU. Only 1GB RAM and 4GB internal storage here to cut down on cost. This hardware setup seems to work to its advantage consuming less energy and less work for the processor.

Performance? as Antutu would put it, "Welcome to the World of High-End Smartphones." Even though it runs on Android Jelly Bean, the A850+ is very fluid and smooth. I have not experience any lag whatsoever even tried Dead Trigger 2 at high performance. Oh by the way, the built in Power Saver app limits the cores so what more if I go for full performance.

The phone is Dual-Sim/ Dual Standby which uses regular size sim cards. Connectivity features include WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, and HSPA+. One thing though, Maps 8.1.1 crashes and cannot seem to pin point my location without GPS ON. Lenovo ShareIt app is very remarkable it makes use of WiFi direct to transmit to other device at record fast speeds and remote access to computer is supported.

The Lenovo Launcher offers very much customization and other value-added features. It is more like iOS, All apps are on your homescreen and you do get to set folders to get organized. Settings has three tabs Common, Character (Lenovo) and System. There are Notifications pop-ups too to always keep you inform. Smart connectivity, automatically switch if wifi/data is active or not.

Moving to optics, it is equipped with just basic 5MP back camera wiith LED Flash and VGA Front. Here are samples:

Photos taken are decent enough. Surprised that I get very small details when it comes to macro shot though can't say the same for landscapes with details blurred out so much. Output in lowlight is better and the LED Flash does provide fair amounts of lighting. The front? horrible, nuff said. Supports HD video recording. Update: Upon switching to new Lenovo SnapIt Camera App output has tremendously improved including vga front camera so the app actually address one of this phone weakness.

One other thing that this phone excel is its battery life. With only 2500mAh, I thought it would run out fast with octa-core but it has proven me wrong. Data, WiFi, and Games lasted me nearly 2 days tops. On standby, this should give you days of usage and more with Ultra-Saving Mode.

To wrap up, the Lenovo A850+ may have its short comings but with high-end grade performance, days of battery endurance it is surely a Plus. Lenovo Apps also provide a new experience in terms of connectivity and camera. For a phone for 6,700.00 pesos it is a clear winner, no wonder it is selling like hot cakes in other markets. If I were Lenovo, I would certainly make it official to put a Plus sign on A850.

Look what we have here. Lazada seems to offer the product as import.

Lenovo A850+ (White)

Lenovo A850+ (Black)

Specs Summary

Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2

5.5 inch qHD IPS Display

1.7GHz Octa-Core Processor

Mediatek MT6592

Mali450-MP4GPU

1GB RAM

4GB Internal Storage

Expandable via MicroSD

5MP Back Camera

With LED Flash

VGA Front Camera

HSPA+

WiFi

Bluetooth

GPS

2500mAh Battery

Cherry Mobile Magnum S - Super Update

From Arc Mobile Velocity to Cherry Mobile own take on Octa-Core for Less?

Seems change has come fast and now tech brands are updating their phone line up to counter the threat that is Xiaomi.

Cherry Mobile is introducing the successor of their Magnum line - Magnum S. It sports a 5 inch HD IPS Display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3. Powering the device is a 1.7GHz Octa-Core Processor which is for sure Mediatek MT6592 with Mali450-MP4 GPU coupled with 1GB RAM and 16GB Internal Storage. Well its not FHD but with this hardware setup is conducive for efficiency but i doubt that there will be an expansion microSD slot.

Good news to selfie-addicts it packs an 8MP front camera with LED Flash! Rear camera is no push over either with 18MP with Dual LED Flash. Talk about Flash Bomb / Paparazzi.

No word yet on connectivity aside from USB-OTG is supported. However, following todays industry standards it should have WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS and HSPA+ data connectivity. It also supports Miracast and MHL for external display.

On software side, it runs the Android KitKat so performance is optimized with the latest Android updates. Comes with 2300mAh Battery.

Overall, the Magnum S packs powerful quality hardware plus KitKat that is ready to take regular user to the next level. It camera features is also a step above expectations (though exaggerated with the MP interpolation)  or to say the very least a Selfie Phone. Pricing is the key here and 9,999 well that's below 10K. Is this Cherry answer to Xiaomi Mi3? Your thoughts?

Oh its Available at
- Cherry Mobile SM North EDSA
- Cherry Mobile SM MOA
- Cherry Mobile SM Mega
With SRP 9,999

Specs Summary
Android 4.4 KitKat
5 inch HD IPS Display
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
1.7GHz Octa-Core Processor
Mali450-MP4 GPU
1GB RAM
16GB Internal Storage
18MP Back Camera
With Dual LED Flash
8MP Front
With LED Flash
HSPA+
WiFi
Bluetooth
GPS
USB-OTG
MHL Support
2300mAh Non-removable Battery

Arc Mobile Octa-Core Velocity

Octa-Core ng Bayan? Seems Arc Mobile is to set to claim that title with Velocity.

For only 7,600.00 Pesos!, you get a powerful machine. Sporting 5 inch HD IPS Display powered by 1.7GHz Octa-Core Processor (Mediatek MT6592 / Mali-450GPU) coupled with 1GB RAM and 4GB Internal Storage (expandable via MicroSD), overall this kind of setup of hardware would give and smooth Android and Gaming experience even on Android 4.2.2 Jellybean.

This is a Dual Sim handset that support the regular sized Sim cards. Only WiFi is stated but I am sure it packs Bluetooth and GPS as well as HSPA+ for data.

For its optical features, it packs a 13MP primary back camera with LED Flash. Up front you get 2MP snapper.

Battery is at 2000mAh then again with the dynamics of its hardware, I belive it will last you a day or two depends on your usage.

This is a great move by Arc Mobile introducing Velocity where smartphone market will definitely change after the arrival of Xiaomi. When competition gets stiffer there's is innovation and certainly we will be seeing more quality and powerful products. Velocity with its HD Display, Quality camera and best-of-all Octa-Core is sure to have lead time to be first in the finish line and gain the title Octa-Core ng Bayan.

It is now Available! Nationwide Delivery! Look Here:
Arc Mobile Velocity Octa Core (Black) - 7,999.00 SRP

at Cmkcellphones.com (7.600.00)

Specs Summary:
Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
5 inch HD IPS Display
1.7GHz Octa-Core Processor
Mediatek MT6592
Mali450-MP4
1GB RAM
4GB Internal Storage
Expandable Via MicroSD up to 32GB
13MP Back Camera
With LED Flash
2MP Front Camera
HSPA+
WiFi
Bluetooth
GPS
2000mAh Battery
7,999.00

Spotted: Alcatel OneTouch Idol X+

Idol X+ has risen, Alcatel refreshes its flagship with a Plus.

The new Idol comes with a brand new look with spin-like finish and curved metallic frames. Though I think they was inspired by the iPhone aesthetics.Moving on,  the device carries a 5 inch Full HD IPS Display with Corning Gorilla Glass 2 offering strong, scratch-resistance as well as quality viewing pleasures.

The Plus might refer to added power with added cores as it is powered with Mediatek MT6592 Octa-Core Processor clocked at 2GHz with Mali450-MP4 GPU coupled by 2GB RAM and 16GB/32GB Internal storage (expandable via microSD). Certainly the chipset boost performance and guarantees fluid Android and  smooth gaming experience.

Connectivity features your regular WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS. Does have that higher bandwidth data connectivity with download speed of 42Mbps though upload speed has been redduced to only 5Mbps from 11Mbps of Idol X. Data speed really depends on your service provider even when you pack the advance modem if your network just limits you with up to 2Mbps.

Same old 13MP/2MP combo for its camera features. Does have LED Flash to support the rear camera for low-light conditions.

It packs an 2500mAh battery. It is bigger by 500mAh but it is a non-removable sacrifice.

The Alcatel Idol X+ is just an update on its flagship bring more core and more power and retaining some key qualities like display, connectivity and camera features. One thing that could hurt sale of this phone is pricing which cost 17,550.00, so steep compared to what local brands offer or even to Xiaomi Mi3. It is rather late so I suggest Alcatel should do some cuts or be left out.

If you want Idol X+ it is available via cmkcellphones.com

Specs Summary
Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean
5 inch Full HD IPS Display
Corning Gorilla Glass 2
2GHz Octa-Core Processor
Mediatek MT6592
Mali450-MP4 GPU
2GB RAM
16GB/32GB Internal Storage
Expandable via MicroSD
13MP Back Camera
With LED Flash
2MP Front Camera
HSPA+
WiFi
Bluetooth
GPS
2500mAh Non-Removable Battery

Just Released: MyPhone Ocean Elite

MyPhone goes premium with aluminum-clad Ocean Elite. By the look of things, it kinda have that Nexus 4 shinning shimmering back and comes with an aluminum frame. Design-wise, one word, Stunning.

The Device sports a 5 Inch HD IPS OGS Display powered by 1.3GHz Mediatek MT6582 Quad-Core Processor and Mali400-MP2 for graphics coupled with 1GB RAM and ample 16GB of Internal Storage.

For its optics, it packs 13MP primary Camera with Flash and 5MP front. 

WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS and HSPA+ data connectivity, the regular candidates for connectivity features plus USB-OTG.

Sensors are as follows: Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Magnetic Sensor, Gyroscope Sensor, Gravity Sensor.

Battery is just at 2000mAh. For a 5 inch HD, guess you need a powerbank but if you are not a heavy user then all is well.

At 8,999.00, the price comes with the premium materials used on the Ocean Elite. You do get HD display that is efficiently powered by MT6582 processor. Abundance of Storage space at 16GB but NO microSD Expansion slot but you can always connect your external hard disk or flash drive via USB-OTG. Still runs on Android 4.2 Jellybean, so No KitKat. Camera is interpolated to 13MP and maybe so is the front (processor supports upto 8MP only) but still decent. Overall, I say MyPhone is updating its design for its phones though with Xiaomi here might as well consider shedding price down.

It is available at Kimstore!

Specs Summary:

Android 4.2 Jelly Bean

5 inch HD IPS OGS Display

1.3GHz Quad-Core

Mediatek MT6582 Processsor

Mali400-MP2 GPU

1GB RAM

16GB Internal Storage

13MP Back Camera

With Flash

5MP Front

HSPA+

WiFi

Bluetooth

GPS

USB-OTG

2000mAh Battery

http://www.myphone.com.ph/ocean-elite/