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    Review: Audio-Technica ATH-XS5 X-STREET STYLE Headphones

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    Review: Audio-Technica ATH-XS5 X-STREET STYLE Headphones

    By Paolo Toledo

    When it comes to headphones, I personally opt for function over fashion. Performance, build, and audio quality are on top of the list, even if the headphones are used just for casual listening. Aesthetics will come in second—although I wouldn’t touch any of the bulky eyesores out there. Striking that precarious balance between both internal and external goodness is always the key for me.

    Given the argument, Audio-Technica has always delivered a satisfying set of headphones in its product line, with various models and price ranges that hit all the right targets in performance, comfort and appearance. I own a pair from the Japanese audio equipment manufacturer, and I am very happy with its audio quality.

    But for this review, the cups in question are the Audio-Technica ATH-XS5 headphones. This pair is considered an entry-level set given its price range and overall features. It’S also a part of the brand’s X-Street Style line, which is the rugged product series aimed more for the active young listener, and designed to face “extreme” conditions and rough handling.

    Durability is indeed the main draw of the ATH-XS5. It’s features a “double headband” made of rubberized plastic that’s flexible enough to bend in almost insane angles. But do keep in mind that this IS an entry-level set so don’t go about abusing it to its limits. The ATH-XS5 also has an elastomer frame and is engineered to absorb external impact, while comfortably fitting snugly around your dome.

    Which brings us to its second key feature: comfort. At first, the band of the ATH-XS5 might seem irregular-shaped but when fitted onto your head, the design actually allows the double headband to sit flat on the skull. This not only relieves uncomfortable pressure points on the head, but also allows you to conveniently wear it even on top of a baseball cap. And with the full frame made out of the same flexible lightweight material, these headphones offer light comfort at just 155g.

    Both earcups are designed to be elongated and nicely cover each ear without developing a sticky itch, while also containing the sound and preventing a certain degree of external noise to leak in. The pads themselves are fitted with a patterned soft pleather that both feels and looks great—although it does seem prone to develop sweat during prolonged usage outdoors.

    Audio quality is quite superb, given its entry-level standards. The 40mm drivers in each cup deliver a wide range and crisp sound reproduction across various musical genres and/or audio files. Looking at the cups closely, each driver within the pad is angled for a better overall acoustic and sound orientation locked around each ear. The closed can does develop a tad amount of reverb to some sounds, but the overall quality is warm and smooth across all levels, although there are some cases where bass lacks that desirable “thump,” or when high levels lack emphasis against the noise. Of course, not to get too critical since the ATH-XS5 is still in the lower-to-mid priced sound range, but it does offer its own surprising audio brilliance without nitpicking the details reserved for the high-end performance headphones.

    Wrapping up the review on the ATH-XS5 is its overall aesthetics (as I have said is the last priority for me, but is no less important as a purchasing factor). The good thing about these headphones is that while it delivers excellent durability, comfort, and audio quality, it also looks great. If you can get over the irregularity of the flat double headband, the matte-black lightweight plastic build gives it a classic and clean look. My favorite touch is actually the glossy finish (in either white, black or red) on the cups themselves, which serves as a funky yet classy accent.

    All things considered, the Audio-Technica ATH-XS5 headphones is one of the best entry-level investments out there when looking for rugged, everyday listening ear cans.

    Audio performance is well above expectation, while durability and comfort are well covered. It indeed strikes the good balance while giving you that X-factor in Street Style appeal.

    SPECIFICATIONS:

    Driver: 40mm
    Output Sound: 100dB/mW
    Freq Response: 10 – 22,000Hz
    Max Input Power: 1,000mW
    Impedance: 47
    Weight: 155g (approx.)
    Plug: 3.5mm gold-plated stereo mini-plug
    Cord: 1.2m (Y-Cable)

    What’s Hot:

    • Double headband offers extreme durability
    • Comfortable soft ear pads
    • Ear-covering cans deliver warm and crisp sound
    • Classic, fashionable look

    What’s Not:

    • Some may find shape irregular
    • Bass lacks thump at times

    Bottomline:

    The Audio-Technica ATH-XS5 head-phones are a good set of entry-level ear cans. Audio quality is superb, while durability and comfort are the main draws in its design, not to mention a classy, no-nonsense look.

    Buy Meter: 8.9

    [This review originally appeared in the June 2011 issue of Gadgets Magazine]

    Smart TV demo at Samsung SEA Forum 2012

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    Smart TV demo at Samsung SEA Forum 2012

    Don’t you just hate it when you can’t find the remote to the TV (it’s one of those freakishly few things that seem to always elude us during our time of need) and you end up turning over the entire house looking for it? Then once you’ve found it, you realize it needs new batteries?

    Samsung just gave us a solution to all of that.

    Here, the Samsung Smart TV can be controlled via voice command and face recognition:

     

     

    PLDT launches myDSL Biz for SMEs

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    PLDT launches myDSL Biz for SMEs

    PLDT, a leading telecommunications company in the Philippines, has just launched myDSL Biz. While we may already be familiar with myDSL, which has given us subscription plans to supply our homes with internet over the years, the new myDSL Biz is made especially for SMEs (small and medium enterprises).

    SMEs are the bloodline of our country’s growing economy with an inherent goal to expand and PLDT acknowledges the fact that a basic internet connection will not suffice. Taking a business online requires a domain name, web-hosting, company email addresses, and the proper security software, all of which are provided by myDSL Biz through its Online Office Suite and Security Software Suite. The latter includes anti-virus protection, anti-spyware, firewall, web blocking, and fraud protection. When you avail of one of the myDSL Biz packages, you receive their new Wi-Fi modem and router plus the assigned amount of software licenses for the suites, and in the world of doing e-business, all of these aforementioned items are vital.

    The added features and the guaranteed speeds are what make the myDSL Biz packages ideal for SMEs and networked offices wherever they may be. It gives businesses that professional image, and because of the fast connection speeds, companies can now depend on the internet for some or most of their operations (i.e online communication tools), which will in turn reduce overall costs.

    PLDT will be offering six packages: the Small Biz Lite with an upgrade from 4mbps to 10mbps, the Small Biz Junior from 5mbps to 11mbps, the Small Biz Senior from 6mbps to 12mbps, Powerpack A from 8mbps to 13mbps, Powerpack B from 9mbps to 14mbps, and Powerpack C from 10mbps to 15mbps.

    Samsung SEA Forum 2012 Highlights

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    Samsung SEA Forum 2012 Highlights

    Samsung showcased its diverse array of exciting new products earlier today at the Bangkok Convention Center. From TV, AV, mobile, IT, digital imaging, and home appliances, every consumer electronic category was covered, and each one uniquely and fully-loaded with features that truly “pushes the boundaries.” Samsung has successfully (and quite impressively) revealed that “the future is NOW.”

     

    Full house at the product exhibit

    Samsung ES8000 LED TV with Smart Interaction, Content, and Evolution: the smartest TV to date

    Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 Series

    WiFi enabled SMART camera, the WB850F leading the pack

    New generation home appliances (for a SMARTER home)

    Samsung Notebook Series 9 – one thin but powerful machine with Intel i7 Processor

    Samsung E-Board: say goodbye to dusty messy chalk (already being used at La Salle Greenhills)

    These were just a few of the many highlights at the Samsung SEA Forum. With all of these SMART products and new technologies soon to be available, it will definitely redefine the way we live. And as Mr. Ambrish Jain, Regional Director of Marketing shares, “A smarter life is a connected life. One that will not only make lives simpler but richer.”

    Asus Transformer Pad 300 spotted in the wild

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    Asus Transformer Pad 300 spotted in the wild

    Look at what we have here: an engineering unit of the recently announced lower-end Transformer Pad 300. Unfortunately we didn’t have a lot of time to manhandle the device and run tests on it, so most of this post is going to be centered solely on its physical appearance. Overall, it’s pretty nice to hold, even though it utilizes a body made out of plastic unlike the Transformer Prime.

    The device that we saw was running Android 4.0 ICS, and was pretty responsive for the most part.

    And though the device is mainly made out of plastic, the build quality is pretty good.

    The device also apparently comes with a SIM slot, so we’re assuming this thing will be able to do surf the airwaves via 3G as well as through WiFi. Still no word on pricing and availability unfortunately, so we still have to keep on waiting for the official announcement.

    First Impressions: Samsung DV300F

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    First Impressions: Samsung DV300F

    Today we’re going to be looking at one of the products that was unveiled at CES a couple of months ago: the Samsung DV300F. This particular point-and-shoot has a lot of unique features that we haven’t seen before in a single camera – a front facing LCD to facilitate better self-portrait shots and the ability to upload photos directly to your mobile device and social network of choice as soon as you press the shutter.

    The Samsung DV300F is roughly the same size of other compact point and shoots, and is only 18.3mm thin (20mm with the lens protruding).

    Unlike other members of the dual-view line, the DV300F’s 1.5-inch front facing LCD screen isn’t obvious to the casual observer, and is only noticeable once you flick it on via the switch on the top of the device. All of the major controls are within easy reach, and the 3-inch screen is easy to read even under direct sunlight.

    The DV300F packs a 16.1-megapixel CCD sensor and is paired with a Samsung 5x Zoom Lens f = 4.5 – 22.5mm (35mm film equivalent : 25 – 125mm).

    Like most point-and-shoots, the DV300F has a lot of shooting modes to choose from, which includes Smart Auto, Smart Movie and Live Panorama.

    Probably the most interesting feature of the DV300F is its ability to share photos directly to the internet without the need for a PC. The camera does this through a built-in WiFi module inside.

    You can share your pictures directly to your personal cloud service, or to the network of your choice which includes YouTube, Facebook, Picasa and Photobucket. You can also download an app from the Android Market or Apple App store and have the photos go directly to your smartphone.

    That’s it for now. We’ll keep you updated once the review is up.

    Epson develops world’s lightest GPS running monitor

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    Epson develops world’s lightest GPS running monitor

    Seiko Epson Corporation has developed the world’s lightest GPS-enabled running monitor, which also boasts an extremely thin design. Designed to be worn on the wrist and equipped with long battery life, the monitor uses GPS to provide runners with accurate distance, pace and other data. Epson plans to release a commercial version of the monitor in Japan within 2012 as the company’s first entry in the electronic sporting goods market.

    With the growing interest in running both as a sport and as a hobby, the demand for running equipment has also flourished. Looking to serve this demand, Epson developed a comfortable, unobtrusive GPS running monitor that has long battery life, provides accurate running data, and has excellent water resistance — ensuring maximum appeal to weekend joggers and serious racers alike.

    Despite its compact size, the monitor has a remarkably accurate built-in GPS module. Strapped to a wrist, the monitor will provide runners with accurate performance data on the fly, including distance, pace, and speed on any course, so that they can train with maximum effectiveness and enjoyment.

    With a full charge, the running monitor can operate for up to 12 hours with GPS tracking on – more than enough time for long-distance events, from full marathons to trail runs. The long battery life means the monitor will require less frequent recharging. For example, a runner who used the device for five hours a week with GPS tracking on would not need to recharge the unit for a full two weeks.

    Epson’s GPS running monitor is also incredibly lightweight – it tips the scales at no more than 50 grams, making it the world’s lightest GPS-enabled running monitor. And, despite the built-in GPS module, it is only 13 mm thick. A comfortable and flexible strap will make runners forget they have it on.

    Impressive water resistance will offer additional peace of mind to the user. Ordinary GPS running watches are rated to meet the IPX7 immersion protection standard, which means they can be fully submerged in water no deeper than one meter for a maximum of 30 minutes. Epson’s running monitor, however, is water resistant up to 5 bars, or 50 meters of water. This level of protection means users can safely use the monitor not only in a downpour but even while showering or swimming.

    To develop a thin, lightweight GPS running monitor capable of accurately measuring data for a long period of time on a single charge, Epson drew on its extensive experience and expertise in semiconductors and quartz sensing technology to develop a compact, new, high-accuracy, low-power GPS module.

    Epson is looking to help people enjoy healthier, fuller lives by using its technologies and skills in sensing, low power, and device downsizing to provide wrist-wearable devices and web-based services for the growing electronic sporting goods and healthcare equipment markets.

    Encyclopaedia Britannica stops print edition after 244 years, going completely digital

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    Encyclopaedia Britannica stops print edition after 244 years, going completely digital

    It’s a sad day for Encyclopedia Britannica – THE reference tool of kids, teens and college students before the internet – has announced that its weighty 32-volume 2010 edition will be the last of its kind, with the company focusing its efforts on the digital divide. In a blog post titled Change: It’s Okay. Really., the company said that (the) “encyclopedia will live on—in bigger, more numerous, and more vibrant digital forms.” The company has been publishing the books for 244 years, but the convenience of the internet (and Google) has largely made the thick, bulky reference books nearly obsolete. Thanks for the knowledge, Britannica.

    Source: Encyclopaedia Britannica

    New ARM 1mm processors set to expand the “internet of things”

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    New ARM 1mm processors set to expand the “internet of things”

    ARM Holdings has announced that it has created new 1mm by 1mm processors that offers years of battery life and consumes little power. The new chip, based on the company’s Cortex -M0+ architecture, is aimed at providing chip makers the means to build processors that require low power yet is still smart enough for 32-bit processing. The new chips are aimed at empowering “the internet of things” – which allows appliances like washing machines, refrigerators and other similar devices to communicate with each other.

    ARM’s director of embedded marketing Gary Atkinson hopes that the new processors would usher in a new era of smart, energy efficient devices. “Every developed nation country has a graph showing electricity demand is going to outstrip supply at some point in the next 20 years unless we do something different,” he said. “What we need to do is something called design response – where all the devices on the network can make a decision as to whether or not to come on in order to smooth out peaks and troughs in electricity demand. So you should add connectivity to things like fridges, washing machines, freezers and dishwashers. If the wider electricity network is being very heavily used and if the element in your dishwasher could go off for two or three minutes to alleviate that – well then that would make a big difference.”

    Source: BBC, ARM

    NVIDIA reveals Kepler GPUs going into ultrabooks, Acer Timeline M3 Ultra gets first dibs

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    NVIDIA reveals Kepler GPUs going into ultrabooks, Acer Timeline M3 Ultra gets first dibs

    NVIDIA’s next generation of GPUs (code named Kepler) is apparently going into next generation ultrabooks. In a blog post in the company’s site, Rene Haas revealed that Acer’s latest model, the Timeline M3 Ultra, would be carrying NVIDIA’s GeForce GT640M that uses the 28nm Kepler architecture. While there’s no solid performance numbers available for NVIDIA’s Kepler line of GPUs According to Legit Reviews, NVIDIA’s GeForce GT640M is about ten percent faster than the old GT 555M in Battlefield 3 benchmark tests. Rene promises that “you can have high-end graphics performance and the best battery life on the planet.” Other features of the Acer Timeline M3 Ultra include a 15-inch screen, optical disk drive and a thin, 20mm chassis.

    Source: NVIDIA, Legit Reviews

     

     

    Samsung Series 5 Ultra outed, specs and prices inside

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    Samsung Series 5 Ultra outed, specs and prices inside

    Samsung’s ultrabook offering, the Series 5 Ultra, was announced late last year. After a couple of months of waiting, the Korean company’s ultrabook offering was officially unveiled yesterday at Privé Luxury Club at the Fort. The new ultrabooks will be available in two versions – one 13-inch variant that comes with an Intel Core i5 processor with 4GB of memory, and a 14-inch variant with a Core i7 processor with 6GB of memory. Unlike other ultrabook offerings, the Series 5 Ultra uses a hybrid hard drive setup – it has a traditional HDD installed (500GB for the 13-inch version, 1TB for the 14-inch version) which is paired with an 16GB SSD ExpressCache system which Samsung says gives the Series 5 Ultra a fast, 20 second boot time. The 14-inch version is also the first and only ultrabook currently out in the market that has a built-in ODD. Additionally, the 14-inch version also sports discrete graphics via an AMD Radeon HD 7550M GPU.

    The Series 5 Ultra sports a slim profile of only 14mm (20.9mm for the 14-inch version) and carries a bright, 300nit HD LED SuperBright screen equipped wtih with the company’s Image Enhancer and anti-reflective technologies. Samsung says that the Series 5 Ultra is able to go for about 6.4 hours without a charge.

    The Series 5 Ultra will be available for Php 44,900 for the 13-inch, Core i5 version, while the 14-inch, Core i7 variant will retail for Php 59,900.

    [album: https://gadgetsmagazine.com.ph/wp-content/plugins/dm-albums/dm-albums.php?currdir=/wp-content/uploads/dm-albums/[email protected]/Samsung Series 5 Ultra/]

     

    Review: HTC 7 Mozart

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    Review: HTC 7 Mozart

    By Francis Tan

    From the huge, chunky Windows PDA phones of yesteryears, Microsoft has managed to pull off a complete 180-degree turn and completely revamp its image to a new modern, trendy platform that is Windows Phone 7. HTC, on the other hand, is known to deliver some of the most fine-looking smartphones in the planet that boasts of style and performance. Combine these two and we have the HTC 7 Mozart, the first Windows Phone 7 device to be released in the Philippines.

    The HTC 7 Mozart is complete eye candy, built from a dark aluminum unibody construction. The 3.7-inch LCD touchscreen is as beautiful as it gets, occupying the entire front of the phone, which lacks any physical keys. The multitouch-enabled screen is one of the most responsive we have tested thus far, and the Windows keys are no exception. It has a 480×800 WVGA resolution that is satisfyingly bright. This makes the display absolutely clean and crisp down to the last pixel. Conversely, the volume rockers are in an awkward position; a bit too low compared with the standard, which makes it especially hard to reach for people with a predominant left hand. Overall, the phone feels absolutely great on the hand—hold the device and you can easily tell that it’s not one cheap gadget.

    The back of the phone is just as sexy with a unique design that is truly captivating. There are three partitions, the bottom being a detachable rubber cover with a removable Li-ion 1300 mAh battery and a standard SIM card slot underneath. The memory is not expandable so the micro-SD card slot is nowhere to be found. The camera and flash are completely exposed which makes us hesitant to lay this phone on its back without protection. The speakers are located on the back of the unit as well so naturally, sound gets a bit muffled.

    The inside of the HTC 7 Mozart impresses just as much. It runs on a decent 1Ghz Snapdragon CPU with 576 RAM and 512 ROM, which allows for smooth transitions when switching in and between different apps. It also has 8 GB of storage that—unless you’re a media buff with an elaborate collection of music and video—would pretty much suffice. It has built-in Dolby Mobile and SRS sound enhancement which makes listening to music a real charm—it’s loud and crisp, which is highly commendable considering this is just a phone. The same could be said when making calls. All other standard connectivity features are present: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HSDPA, and GPS.

    The performance of Windows Phone 7 is simply phenomenal on the HTC 7 Mozart. It’s fast and snappy. I couldn’t feel any noticeable lag whatsoever. There are however, considerable delays when it comes to loading some third-party applications, which I believe is more of a flaw in the OS rather than the hardware. There is much to talk about with the new Windows Phone 7 operating system; it deserves an article of its own so be sure to check our features section for an in-depth review right after. For what it’s worth, it runs splendidly on this device.

    HTC is fond of creating a custom user interface for its devices. But due to the Windows Phone 7 restriction against skinning, HTC had to compromise and came up with the HTC Hub app instead. This is a standard for all Windows Phone 7 devices. This isn’t nearly as remarkable as its Android counterpart as this one is more like a cool-looking weather app with a portal to a handful of HTC apps rather than that the widget-filled custom user interface we are familiar with. There aren’t exactly any note-worthy bundled apps on the HTC 7 Mozart, save for the Photo Enhancer and the Sound Enhancer.

    Among the first batch of Windows Phone 7 devices that have been released, the HTC 7 Mozart has one of the best cameras, boasting an 8-megapixel autofocus camera with Xenon flash, geo-tagging, and 720p video recording. With specs of this magnitude, it deserves a dedicated shutter key for the trigger-happy photographers, which can be found on the lower right side of the phone. Sad to say that it couldn’t impress us beyond what is on paper. The images from the camera are completely washed-out, even when used on good lighting conditions. The camcorder disappoints as well, suffering from frame rate issues and poor color reception.

    We managed to get an average of 7 to 8 hours of battery life with standard use, which is pretty much a standard for a smartphone with these specs. Take note, however, that this is without support for third-party multitasking yet. When the update for multitasking arrives, it may or may not affect the battery life; but based from experience, I’m more skeptical rather than optimistic on this one.

    Currently, the HTC 7 Mozart is only officially available as a bundle with a Smart subscription (free at Plan 4000). It’s not unlikely that this phone will be sold as a prepaid device in the future but we have yet to confirm the actual date of its availability. Interestingly, the device that we tested is not operator locked so we have high hopes for subscribers of different networks as well.

    What’s Hot:

    • Stylish design
    • Robust specs
    • Premium Finish
    • Impressive screen

    What’s Not:

    • Poor camera performance
    • Limited capacity

    Bottomline:

    The HTC 7 Mozart is no doubt one of the most stylish WP7 devices right now but the poor camera performance could potentially be a deal-breaker.

    Buy Meter: 8.5

     

    Tech Specs:

    Display: 3.7” LCD touchscreen of WVGA resolution (480 x 800 pixels)
    Processor: 1GHz Snapdragon CPU, 576MB RAM, 512MB ROM
    Camera: 8 megapixel autofocus camera with Xenon flash, 720p video recording
    Memory: 8GB of built-in storage
    Connectivity: Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP

    [This review originally appeared in the March 2011 issue of Gadgets Magazine]


     

     

    Globe incubator will help startup businesses become successful technopreneurs

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    Globe incubator will help startup businesses become successful technopreneurs

    Globe Telecom, the country’s leading telecommunications company, has setup its incubator aimed at helping aspiring technopreneurs in launching their own businesses. Although this project has access to the resources that a large company like Globe has, it has its own independent mandate and the needed support from the community to sustain the movement. The Globe incubator will aid tech startup communities in getting off to a faster start and a better path by building an end-to-end support system that unites the ‘hardware’ of big companies with the ‘software’ of mentorship and community partnership.

    The Globe incubator will provide an advantage for startups by giving them access to a number of platforms that are usually open only to large established companies. These startups can get education and training programs tailored to their needs, one-on-one mentorship from experts in different fields, and peer support from the local startup community. They can also qualify for seed capital to help them launch their company as well as help them scale bigger by giving them introductions to partner companies within the Globe, Singtel, and Ayala networks in the Philippines and abroad.

    Head of Globe New Business Group, Minette B. Naverette, stated that this project will supply the environment and tools needed as well as seed funding, a startup development program, and support for integrating into business networks. She believes that while many Filipinos have brilliant breakthrough ideas for independent businesses and the means to make these scale efficiently through information and communications technology (ICT), web, and mobile applications, many of them don’t have the proper resources to pursue their objectives. In other words, they may be able to launch their business, but they do not have the training, capital, and business network to enable their startup to scale. The Globe Incubator will make facilities available, provide education and mentorship, and introduce entrepreneurs to the people and companies that can help their business develop and succeed.

    Furthermore, Navarette noted that the Globe incubator will provide sufficient funding for aspiring entrepreneurs to quit their jobs and focus on their ambitions of starting up a business. The incubation programs will last from three months to one year before graduation, giving room to other technopreneurs afterwards, while also being open to other strategic or financial partners participating. While technopreneurs can develop new ICT applications, websites, and other tech-related tasks, more traditional businesses can make use of the technology to create a better customer experience, improve operating efficiencies, and expand their reach   .

    Tech incubators have been revived around the world recently, and while there is a lot of funding out there available for good ideas, providing seed capital and facilities are not enough. This is why the Globe incubator aims to deliver more through its mentoring programs, network introductions, and intensive courses on how to launch and sustain a successful business.

     

    Celebrity stylist Liz Uy is stylish with Globe BlackBerry plan

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    Celebrity stylist Liz Uy is stylish with Globe BlackBerry plan

    Liz Uy is certified style royalty. She’s lived up to being one of the most favored stylists to the stars, handpicking the iconic looks of celebrities like Kris Aquino and Bea Alonzo, to prominent political figures like President Noynoy Aquino. Not much goes on in the realm of Philippine fashion and style without Liz at the center of it all.

    Good thing there’s Globe and its whole portfolio of BlackBerry plans, Liz can make the most out of her BlackBerry, allowing her to own her device with flair and style.

    For heavy e-mail users, there’s Globe BlackBerry Messaging that enables you to enjoy unlimited access to push e-mail, BBM and Instant Messaging for only P299 for 30 days. Unlimited push email includes Yahoo! Mail, GMAIL and your office or work-email. Instant Messaging can be enjoyed via YM, AOL Instant Messenger, MSN Messenger, and Google Talk.

    If you’re up to some serious social networking and chatting, then Globe BlackBerry Social is your best buddy. Available for prepaid and postpaid subscribers, Globe BlackBerry Social gives you unlimited access to Facebook and Twitter. It also allows you to stay connected and chat with your friends from anywhere in the world all day via BBM and Instant Messaging.

    Finally, make way for the latest BlackBerry plan from Globe perfect for BBM fanatics, the Globe BlackBerry Chat. Postpaid subscribers subscribed to Globe BlackBerry Chat get to enjoy unlimited BBM access plus a bonus of free 200 text messages to Globe and TM subscribers for only P99 valid for 30 days. Globe Prepaid subscribers can avail of the 1-day variant with unlimited BBM and 100 SMS to Globe and TM subscribers for only P15 a day.

    “We are very excited to offer our roster of BlackBerry Plans to our subscribers, headlined by fashion and style icon Liz Uy as one of our ambassadors,” said Joanna Africa, Head for Portfolio Management of Globe. “We understand that our subscribers’ needs are unique and different from one another, much like one’s fashion sense and style. With our lineup of BlackBerry Plans, BlackBerry users in the Philippines can definitely make, own, and live their style, knowing that they can maximize their BlackBerry device to the fullest.”

    Register to any of the Globe BlackBerry plans by dialing *143# on your BlackBerry phone. For more details, visit www.surf.globe.com.ph or text BB INFO to 8888. Want to get styling tips from Liz Uy? Check out her BlackBerry video by visiting www.surf.globe.com.ph/tutorials.

     

     

    Yahoo sues Facebook for alleged copyright infringement

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    Yahoo sues Facebook for alleged copyright infringement

    Some major news out of Silicon Valley today, where Yahoo has just initiated a patent suit against social networking behemoth Facebook. The suit covers ten patents all in all, which includes the technology driving mobile advertising and privacy. In a report with All Things D, Yahoo said that “Yahoo! has invested substantial resources in research and development through the years, which has resulted in numerous patented inventions of technology that other companies have licensed. These technologies are the foundation of our business that engages over 700 million monthly unique visitors and represent the spirit of innovation upon which Yahoo! is built. Unfortunately, the matter with Facebook remains unresolved and we are compelled to seek redress in federal court. We are confident that we will prevail.”

    Facebook, in its part, is puzzled with the suit, and said in the same report that “We’re disappointed that Yahoo, a longtime business partner of Facebook and a company that has substantially benefited from its association with Facebook, has decided to resort to litigation. Once again, we learned of Yahoo’s decision simultaneously with the media. We will defend ourselves vigorously against these puzzling actions.” Yahoo has been in troubled waters as of late, with the search and content company being assaulted at all sides with tech powerhouses like Google and Facebook. You can see the official complaint in the link below.

    Source: All Things D 

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