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    Rockmelt updated to Chromium 8.

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    Rockmelt updated to Chromium 8.

    Users of the social-networking centered browser, Rockmelt just got a great 2011 kickoff gift – a massive update. The most note-worthy among all is the upgrade to Chromium 8. Why? Because it now supports the latest Google Chrome Web Store Apps. There are also other great improvements such as faster, more reliable feeds, new keyboard shortcuts, spell checking and tons of bug fixes.

    But seriously, if you haven’t tried the Chrome Web Apps yet, you definitely should. This may actually be a preview of the much anticipated Chrome OS. My personal favorite is Tweetdeck for Chrome. I mean, sure there’s a built-in Twitter app in Rockmelt but I guess it’s just not as robust as the tweetdeck version. I still use the app edge for RSS to Seth Godin’s blog, Gmail, Calendar and Facebook updates and notifications and they all work wonderfully. No more clutter of running apps on my desktop now that everything I need for the web is in Rockmelt.

    AMD outs newest Fusion APUs via the Acer Aspire One 522 and eMachine eMD644

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    AMD outs newest Fusion APUs via the Acer Aspire One 522 and eMachine eMD644
    We’ve heard about AMD’s Fusion technology when the company unveiled the tech at last year’s CES, but it’s only now that we’re seeing full fledged, live units trickling into stores. During an event held at today at Contis in Makati, AMD, together with Acer has unveiled the newest Fusion APUs via the  Acer Aspire One 522 and eMachine eMD644.
    So what makes the Fusion APU special? Well, basically what AMD has done is eliminate the bottleneck between the processor and the videocard by placing both the CPU (processor) and the GPU (videocard) into a single die. This theoretically speeds up the response time of the whole kit and kaboodle, resulting in better performance and longer battery life.
    This was pretty evident in the Acer Aspire One 522, as it was obvious from the demo that it’s not your typical netbook. Armed with the AMD C-series processor (1GHz, 1MB, L2 Cache, DDR3 106MHz with AMD Radeon HD 6250 graphics), it was able to handle full HD video content that was provided without any issues. Other notable features include a 250 HDD,10.1-inch HD panel, Wireless N capability and 5 hour endurance. The Aspire One 552 will retail for Php 17,900.
    The eMachines eMD644 provides the full size experience, packing a 14.1-inch high res screen, HDMI port, Wireless connectivity and an AMD Dual-Core E-350 (1.60GHz, 1MB, L2 Cache, DDR3 1066MHz). The eMD644 ships with a Linux OS, though it probably won’t be an issue to just fit your favorite flavor of Windows 7 once you get it in your hands. Sadly, the eMD644 wasn’t present during the proceedings nor could we get a solid SRP from Acer, but we did get plenty of nice pics of the Aspire One 522.
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    Google Reveals Android Honeycomb 3.0 Teaser Video

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    Google Reveals Android Honeycomb 3.0 Teaser Video
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    We’ve seen Android tablets running on Froyo and it’s alright. I mean, it works and all, but it feels more like a port of the smartphone version on a bigger screen rather than an optimized tablet OS. Google however, recently released a sneak peak on what their contender to the iPad really is – the next generation Android OS specifically designed for tablets. Feast your eyes on Android’s latest treat: the Android 3.0 Honeycomb.

    As you can see from the video, it has a completely revamped user interface that is really optimized for tablet use. It has a more organized screen layout which really makes maximum utility of the home screen space. It also provides a better web browsing experience with an app that looks like the Google Chrome we use on our PCs and Macs, an optimized mail client for tablet, a sleeker looking YouTube app, video chat capability via Google talk, and 3D maps. Take note that this is only a teaser, I’m sure we can expect more features for Android’s next generation OS when it comes out later this year.

    Honeycomb is exactly what Android needed – an OS that can fully utilize the potential of a tablet. We’re surely can’t wait to get our hands on it.

    ASUS unveils a lineup of tablet computers for 2011

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    ASUS unveils a lineup of tablet computers for 2011

    ASUS today announced four new tablet computers designed for just about everyone — from the productivity intensive business user to the entertainment savvy consumer. These new tablets will come in various screen sizes, and a choice of either Windows 7 or Android. Let’s meet the family, shall we?

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    ASUS Eee Pad Slider

    The ASUS Eee Pad Slider features a 10.1″ IPS touchscreen but also has a slide-out QWERTY keyboard for those who are more comfortable with physical keys. It is powered by the NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual-core CPU and the NVIDIA GeForce GPU so it’ll surely pack a punch. It has a built-in 5 MP camera and also a 1.2MP front facing camera. It will be running on the yet-to-be-released Android 3.0 Honeycomb operating system which is really designed to bring out the true potential of the tablet. 3G is optional for those who want internet access on the go.

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    ASUS Eee Pad Transformer

    The ASUS Eee Pad Transformer is another 10.1” capacitive touch-screen tablet. It has similar specs to the ASUS Eee Pad Slider but instead of having a slide-out keyboard, this one has an optional docking station that extends its battery life to up to 16 hours and has a built in QWERTY keyboard. As with the Slider, there are also 2 built-in cameras with the Transformer. There’s also a mini-HDMI port for full 1080p HD video playback on external displays.

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    ASUS Eee Pad MeMO

    The Eee Pad MeMO is the little brother in the family with its 7.1” capacitive touch-screen. It comes with a compatible stylus pen for those who want to jot down notes or to navigate the device easier. It also comes with the Android 3.0 operating system and 1080p HD video playback – a good combo for media playback and productivity.

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    ASUS Eee Slate EP121

    The ASUS Eee Slate EP121 is the largest among the group with a 12.1″ LED-backlit display. It is powered with an Intel Core i5 dual-core processor, which makes it on par with full-fledged notebooks today. It runs on Windows 7 Home Premium for an unparalleled software compatibility. It can be configured to up to 64GB of SSD storage, and up to 4GB of DDR3 RAM. It also has Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a 2-megapixel camera, plus two USB 2.0 ports, along with a mini-HDMI port.

    Unboxing: Blackberry Torch

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    Thinking of getting a Blackberry Torch? You might want to check out Danee’s unboxing and first impression on RIM’s touchscreen smartphone first.

    Petron Lubricants Offer 2011 Calendar Collection

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    Petron Lubricants Offer 2011 Calendar Collection

    Ringing in the New Year, the country’s leading oil company offers its 2011 Petron Calendar Collection featuring hot cars and hot babes. Buyers of Petron lubricant products can avail of these collectible calendars at selected Petron sales center outlets and Petron car care centers. The 2011 Petron Calendar Collection is available in three different versions, featuring Petron Ultron, Petron Rev X, and Petron Sprint 4T lubricants.

    Petron offers a full range of lubricant products for various vehicle requirements. For gasoline engines, the Petron Ultron range of multi-grade oils are specially formulated to ensure anti-wear protection and thermal stability. Petron Rev X is the brand of premium engine oils designed for diesel engines, and is available in several variants to meet diverse operating conditions. For the fast-growing motorcycle market, Petron Sprint 4T motorcycle oils contain an essential thermal control system specially designed to meet the requirements of four-stroke motorcycles.

    Petron operates a world-class lube oil blending plant at its Pandacan Terminal, where it manufactures a wide range of lubricant products. This blending facility is recognized as one of the best in the region, producing consistently high-quality products designed to meet international specifications.

    Petron Corporation is the largest oil refining and marketing company in the Philippines.

    First impressions: Samsung SCX-3200

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    First impressions: Samsung SCX-3200

    There’s a printer suited for almost any home/office setup but quite frankly, the Samsung SCX-3200 is not one of them. It does however shine in what it’s designed for – the economic office environment. The printer itself is super compact. It prints an approximate 16 pages per minute which has a yield of up to 1,500 standard pages.

    The Samsung SCX-3200 is a multifunction laser printer that also lets you scan and copy documents. It is however, important to remember that this is a monochrome printer, meaning it only prints in black and white so printing images and colored letterheads is not an option. No need to worry about scanning – it does it with full color.

    There are some noteworthy one-touch keys on the front panel of the Samsung SCX-3200. First is the Eco Print which lets you save both on toner and energy by printing 2 pages in one paper which is ideal for quick drafts. Next is the Print Screen button which practically lets you print whatever is on your screen.  Hold it for 2 seconds and it only prints the active window. Talk about convenience.

    In Ready Mode, the SCX-3200 features a First Page Output Time (FPOT) of just 8.5 seconds with a 1200 x 1200dpi print resolution. With a primary focus on productivity and efficiency, the Samsung SCX-3200 is truly ideal for the budget-conscious office setup.

    Read more about it on our upcoming issue.


    First Impressions: Samsung i5510

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    First Impressions: Samsung i5510

    Oh goodie! A formidable side-slide QWERTY smartphone! Fresh from Samsung’s continuing collaboration with Google is the Samsung i5510, a mid-range slide-out smartphone that runs on Android 2.2 Froyo. At first glance, it looks simple enough, with only three keys on its front face.

    But sliding it exposes the physical keyboard that houses spacious, rectangular keys (I especially like the ample spacebar). Although I haven’t decided whether I like the square-ness of it.

    Armed with Google programs like Search, Mail, Android Marketplace and others, the phone allows the user to move widgets to the home screen from the collection. Its 3.2” capacitive touchscreen of WQVGA resolution (400×240 pixels) also runs on TouchWiz 3.0. The screen’s responsive enough, and moves without a lag.

    The i5510 houses a built-in 3MP autofocus sharpshooter for those must-capture moments, and support for DivX videos for movie lovers. Connectivity will also be a breeze with its HSDPA, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS capability.

    Catch the full review on our upcoming issue.

    Petron signs partnership agreement with Adventure Team Philippines, Inc.

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    Petron signs partnership agreement with Adventure Team Philippines, Inc.

    Committing to support and promote Petron Sprint 4T motorcycle oils in its activities, Petron Corporation and Adventure Team Philippines, Inc. (ATPI) renewed its partnership by signing a three-year memorandum of agreement last November 26, 2010.

    The first activity scheduled for February 5, 2011 is the 2nd Petron Sprint 4T Endurance & Economy Run, open to motorcycles of all classes. An endurance and fuel economy run aimed at testing consistent engine performance and fuel efficiency in a long distance marathon run, the race will cover 750-kilometers of scenic routes and winding mountain roads through northern Luzon and finishing in Baguio City. Interested parties may check out the competition guidelines on ATPI’s FaceBook account under Endurance Economy Run, or email [email protected]. Three hundred participants will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Present at the signing were: Petron Lubes general manager Conrado S. Rivera (second row, 3rd from left); Petron vice-president for marketing Mary Ann M. Neri (second row, 5th from left); ATPI president Francis Rivera (second row, 7th from right); ATPI managing director Rey Clavecillas (second row, 4th from right); with Petron marketing and lubes staff as well as ATPI members.

    Unboxing: Sony CyberShot T99

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    Unboxing: Sony CyberShot T99

    Thinking of getting a point and shoot this Christmas? You might want to consider Sony’s CyberShot T99 digital camera. Check out Michelle’s unboxing video to find out more!

    Unboxing: EPSON Perfection V330

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    Unboxing: EPSON Perfection V330

    The Epson Perfection V330 Photo is a multifunction photo scanner with a stunning 4800x9600dpi resolution. It comes with Epson’s ReadyScan which enables fast scan speeds without the long warm up times of your usual scanners, and Easy Photo Fix which allows users to tweak and restore old prints as well as remove dust from scanned film or slides.

    There are a few things included in the package which includes the power supply, USB connection cable, transparency unit, quick start guide and the CD that has the drivers and bundled software.

    The lid is highly flexible and expendable which makes it easy to scan even the thickest books. It can also be adjusted 180-degrees for scanning over-sized objects.

    There’s a built-in transparency unit that enables it to scan slides, negatives and film.

    There are four customizable buttons for convenient one-touch scanning, copying, scan-to-email, and creating PDFs.

    It also comes bundled with a software program called ArcSoft Scan-n-Stitch™ Deluxe.  This convenient and intelligent program enables users to scan multiple images such as panoramas, oversized artwork, documents, and scrapbook pages (to name a few) which it stitches together automatically.

    The Epson Perfection V330 is compatible with both Windows and OSX.

    Unboxing: Iomega ScreenPlay Director

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    Unboxing: Iomega ScreenPlay Director

    In today’s unboxing, we’re going to be taking a closer look at the Iomega ScreenPlay Director HD Media Player. The ScreenPlay is a one stop solution for storing, distributing and consuming digital content in full HD.

    The Iomega ScreenPlay Director has a 1 TB HDD built-in, so you won’t easily run out of space for your files. Unlike other media streamers, the front of the Iomega ScreenPlay Director has a bevy of manual controls, so you’ll be able to control the flow of your content even if the remote is out of reach.

    The back of the device has all the connections that you’ll ever need, and includes HDMI (1.4) USB, composite, component and S/PDIF. The Iomega ScreenPlay Director also has an Ethernet port so you can connect it to your home network. The remote control looks simple and easy to use, and the device is able to handle a majority of file formats.

    Unboxing: WD TV Live Hub

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    Unboxing: WD TV Live Hub

    With so much content available online, it only makes sense to have a device to store and stream it off of. Western Digital has their own suite of solutions. The subject of today’s unboxing is their WD TV Live Hub, a 1 TB storage solution that promises to streamline the way you consume your content.

    The WD TV Live Hub is basically a 1 TB HDD with an assortment of audio and video outputs that allows it to connect to both your HDTV and your home network. It supports a myriad of video files including hi definition MKV files. The unit itself looks simple enough and will easily blend in with your other home theater appliances.

    The back holds a myriad of outputs and connections, including HDMI, component, composite and S/PDIF  out. An Ethernet port allows it to connect to your home network, while a USB port on the front and on the back allows you to watch content on USB thumb drives, and will also accept optional Wireless USB adapters for wireless networking.

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    Petron Offers Complete Change Oil Value Packages

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    Petron Offers Complete Change Oil Value Packages

    In a bid to be more responsive to customer needs, Petron Corporation, the country’s leading oil company, recently introduced its Complete Change Oil Value Packages. Initially available only in selected Metro Manila stations, the value packages offer standard and discounted pricing for a complete change oil service inclusive of engine oil, oil filter and labor charges.

    For gasoline engines, the value packages include 4 liters of Petron Ultron, which come in four variants: Race, Rallye, Touring and Extra.

    Petron Ultron Race is the ultimate performance, synthetic engine oil with 5W-40 viscosity grade for supreme protection of high-performance engines. Petron Ultron Rallye is a multi-grade semi-synthetic engine oil that contributes to reduced fuel consumption and extended oil drain intervals.

    Petron Ultron Touring is a universal multi-grade gasoline engine oil that gives superior anti-wear protection while keeping the engine clean from sludge, rust and deposits. Petron Ultron Extra is a multi-grade engine oil for gasoline engines used in moderate operating conditions such as passenger cars.

    The Petron Ultron Complete Change Oil Value Packages are priced at Php 2,499 for Race; Php 1,499 for Rallye; Php 1,049 for Touring; and Php 849 for Extra.

    Diesel engine value packages include 6 liters of Petron Rev-X, with the following options: All-Terrain, Trekker, Hauler and HD.

    Petron Rev-X All-Terrain is a synthetic, ultra-high, multi-grade, heavy-duty engine oil meeting the highest levels of American and European heavy-duty diesel specifications. Petron Rev-X Trekker is a premium multi-grade, heavy-duty engine oil suitable for meeting the stringent requirements of the latest diesel automotive engines.

    Petron Rev-X hauler is a high-performance single-grade engine oil designed to meet the requirements of turbocharged and supercharged automotive diesel engines, especially in passenger cars and buses. Petron Rev-X HD is a single-grade, heavy-duty motor oil recommended for diesel and gasoline engines of passenger vehicles with short drain intervals and used under mild operating conditions.

    Pricing for the Petron Rev-X Complete Change Oil Value Packages ranges from Php 2,999 for Rev-X All-Terrain; Php 1,499 for Rev-X Trekker; Php 1,399 for Rev-X Hauler; and Php 1,199 for Rev-X HD.

    Rolled out last December 4, 2010 at 40 Petron stations in Metro Manila, the Complete Change Oil Value Packages will soon be implemented nationwide.

    Petron operates a world-class lube oil blending plant at its Pandacan Terminal, where it manufactures a wide range of lubricant products. This blending facility is recognized as one of the best in the region, producing consistently high-quality products designed to meet international specifications.

    PLDT reinvents the landline – ushers in future with TelPad

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    PLDT reinvents the landline – ushers in future with TelPad

    In this day and age, many have questioned the relevance of the humble landline in this day and age where almost everyone has a mobile phone and the fastest way to communicate is by text and IM. PLDT has seen fit to revitalize the concept of the landline by giving it a shot of some good ole fashioned technology.

    Unveiled last Monday, Dec 13 at the SMX Convention Center at the SM MOA, the PLDT TelPad combines the functionality of a landline with a twist. The TelPad marries the traditional landline with an Android based tablet that acts as a digital hub, if you will, with a dialer and several other multimedia functionality built on top of the custom UI. The 7-inch tablet is docked with a handset for calls, and it’s detachable from the dock if you feel like using it around the house.

    The best part is, it won’t cost an arm and a leg to own. The PLDT TelPad will come free with a subscription of Php 1849 per month – that includes the landline and a 1 Mbps connection. Existing MyDSL subscribers will need to pay Php 500 on top of their current bill to enjoy the TelPad. Unfortunately we were unable to handle the TelPad long enough to gauge specs and usability, but as soon as we get a demo you guys will be the first to know.

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