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    Yamaha Clubs Go On Cebu Tour

    Chris Noel Hidalgo
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    Yamaha Clubs Go On Cebu Tour

    Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. hosted another of its Yamaha Grand Touring events, this time in Cebu. Over 120 riders participated in a four hour long road trip that took them from Kartzone Cebu to Tanawan, Oslob and back.

    The participating clubs included the Soul i Exclusive Team Cebu, South Scooter Club, Yamaha Cebuana Club, Mio Elite Scooter Club, Tribu del Mio de Bohol, Club Mio MXi Cebu, Yamaha Fino Club Cebu, FZ16 Club Cebu Philippines, VegaForce Riders Pack, SZ16 Club, and United Sniper Club of Cebu.

    The Grand Touring featured four of Yamaha’s top motorcycles, namely the N-Max with its 155 cc liquid cooled Blue Core engine with variable valve actuation technology and ABS; Tricity with its Leaning Multi Wheel technology that allows it to glide smoothly through different road conditions; Sniper 150 MXi with its liquid cooled, fuel injected engine; and the street model FZi with its fuel injected engine driving its light body.

    The first day of the tour culminated in Brumini Resort where the riders got to enjoy a side trip to Sumilon Island  as well as whale shark watching. A program, hosted by ABS-CBN Cebu’s Phoebe Kay Fernandez, was also held. It involved fun games, activities, and raffle draw prizes from Motoworld and Yamaha. Yamaha sales and marketing director Kaoru Ogura was also present to express his gratitude to the riders, not only for their support but also for their enthusiasm throughout the ride.

    Fitbit Unveils Sleep Tools to Help You Improve Overall Health and Wellness

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    Fitbit Unveils Sleep Tools to Help You Improve Overall Health and Wellness

    Fitbit recently collaborated with leading panel of experts from Johns Hopkins, Stanford University, and University of Arizona to create a simple yet powerful set of sleep tools to help millions of Fitbit users around the world improve their sleep consistency and overall health.

    Available today on the free Fitbit app and compatible with all Fitbit devices that track sleep, Fitbit’s new Sleep Schedule feature helps guide you to get a more consistent pattern of sleep with:

    • Personalized sleep goals based on your sleep data to achieve your optimal amount of sleep each night
    • Customized bedtime and wakeup targets to establish sleep consistency
    • Reminders to stay on schedule, and a sleep schedule history to chart your progress

    These tools are the first in a series of new sleep features being developed in collaboration with Fitbit’s new panel of leading sleep experts that includes Drs. Michael Grandner at the University of Arizona, Allison Siebern at Stanford University,and Michael Smith at Johns Hopkins University.

    The Fitbit app is a vital part of the Fitbit platform – consisting of devices, apps, social and motivational features, advice and personalized coaching – which is continually getting smarter and easier to use with features like automatic sleep tracking and exercise recognition to make tracking your health and fitness effortless. Working in harmony, the Fitbit platform helps people make behavioral changes to be more active, exercise more, eat smarter, track their sleep and manage their weight. While many people understand the benefits and importance of a good night’s sleep for their health, getting enough sleep (7 to 9 hours) and regularly going to bed around the same time each night can be a challenge.

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    Enhanced Sleep Tracking Features

    The new Sleep Schedule features on the Fitbit app will help you meet your sleep goals and maintain a more consistent pattern of sleep through these tools:

    • Sleep Goal:Based on your sleep data from your Fitbit tracker, you can follow the app’s personalized recommendations or set your target number of hours to make sure you’re getting enough sleep each night.
    • Bedtime and WakeUp Targets:Based on your sleep goal and past sleep behavior from your Fitbit tracker, the app will recommend target bedtime and wake up times. You can customize these based on your personal preferences and schedule.
    • Bedtime and Wake Up Reminders: To help you reach your sleep goal and regularly go to bed and wake up more consistently, you can receive push notification reminders on your smartphone. You can also set a silent wake alarm on your Fitbit tracker based on your wake up target.
    • Sleep Schedule History Chart: Track your sleep consistency over time to determine if you’re meeting your goals or if you need to adjust your sleep schedule.

    Available now on the top-downloaded free Fitbit app for Android, iOS and Windows devices, the new Sleep Schedule feature works with all Fitbit devices that automatically track sleep, including Fitbit Surge, Fitbit Blaze, Fitbit Charge HR, Fitbit Alta, Fitbit Charge, Fitbit Flex and through manual sleep tracking with Fitbit One.

    Yamaha Holds Brigada Eskwela

    Chris Noel Hidalgo
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    Yamaha Holds Brigada Eskwela

    Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. continues to provide more than just high quality products and excellent service, with its dedication to the Filipino community reflected through its various programs and activities. The most recent of these undertakings was the Yamaha Brigada Eskwela, a campaign that helped schools through donations and other refurbishing efforts to its facilities.

    Recently, Yamaha visited two schools in Cavite, Lumil National High School and San Isidro National High School. Lumil National High School received 10 desktop computer sets along with equipment for the facility’s roofing. Yamaha HR/IT general manager Marilou Galit headed the turnover program, with the donations received by principal Bernadette Sumagui, property custodian Gregoria Marasigan, and guidance counselor Pampila Bayla.

    Meanwhile, San Isidro National High School received painting materials and resources for the construction of the school’s hand washing facility. Receiving the donations were teacher-in-charge Lilibeth Cabrera, property custodian Christian Nito, and ASP representative Mylene Metica.

    This is the latest in Yamaha’s endeavors to make sure that the Filipino youth will get the best educational equipment and facilities to continue their journey of learning. Yamaha promises to go beyond the roads and give the country a brighter future.

    Quick Look: AOC i2276VW6 Monitor

    Chris Noel Hidalgo
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    Quick Look: AOC i2276VW6 Monitor

    Find your eyes too strained at the end of the working day? That’s likely because you’re using a subpar monitor that sends out harmful blue light waves straight to your lookers. That’s what the AOC i2276VW6 monitor is trying to avoid with its Anti-Blue-Light technology that traps up to 90 percent of shortwave blue light while maintaining high image quality. To further protect your eyeballs, it also features Flicker-free technology to lessen visual strain.

    Quick Specs:

    • Display: 21.5 inch Full HD IPS display with 16:9 aspect ratio
    • Technologies: Flicker-free, Clear Vision, Dynamic Contrast Ratio, Anti-Blue-Light technology
    • Response time: 6 ms
    • Brightness: 250 cd/m2
    • Contrast Ratio: 1000:1; 20,000,000:1 (DCR)
    • Viewing Angle: 178 degrees
    • Ports: VGA and DVI
    • Power Consumption: 25 W (in use) and 0.5 W (standby)

    Carmudi PH makes your online car selling and buying process easy

    Jonah Mendoza
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    Carmudi PH makes your online car selling and buying process easy

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    What’s your online car exchange experience? Was it smooth and straightforward, or was it plagued with ambiguity and hesitation? No matter what their age, cars are big-ticket items that cost anywhere from five to eight figures. The last thing you want is to deal with someone who can’t make up their mind, whether that person is buying your car, or selling one to you.

    Dedicated car-exchange websites are a great idea—at least in theory. They offer buyers a convenient opportunity to check out a vehicle from the comfort of their homes, without wasting time or fuel to hop from one car dealer to another. Sellers, on the other hand, can upload their photos and details of their car immediately to a potentially international audience.

    In practice, however, not all online car exchange sites live up to their premise: Half of the time, important details such as mileage or service history are deliberately omitted. Other times, photos are blurred, dark or poorly framed. While not everyone is expected to be an automobile photographer, a little effort can go a long way in showing your vehicle in the best light. Sometimes—though not frequently—the car’s price won’t even be precise, with a note that reads “Send message for pricing” or “Last price inquiry only upon seeing vehicle”.

    Fair enough; the rapport between the buyer and seller is dynamic once they meet, potentially affecting the final pricing, though it would be nice—and secure—to know exactly how much money one must bring along to consummate the transaction and not any less because, as stated earlier, cars are big-ticket items, unlike mobile phones or tablets.

    With new vehicle sales at an all-time high; and the secondary market booming commensurately, online car exchanges are the wisest first step to acquiring or unloading a car. But are all online car exchange sites as effective as the other?

    Your time—as well as your buyer and seller’s time—is valuable. Trimming out all the clutter and leaving only the relevant data makes the exchange process quick and hassle-free. Clear photos, concise yet complete car details; comprehensive contact information and an assurance of legitimacy all inspire consumer confidence critical for that first step.

    With its global expertise in the field of online car trading, Carmudi and its local online counterpart, Carmudi.com.ph, have constructed their site to be as informative as possible without being vague or redundant. Everything you need to know to buy or sell your vehicle is on the site, awaiting only a personal inspection—or perhaps even a test drive—to seal the deal. With Carmudi, less confusion yields more productivity in the shortest time.

    Transform your online car exchange with Carmudi, where finding the car of your dreams doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Visit www.carmudi.com.ph for more info.

    Survey Shows People Hide their Computers to Keep Personal Data Online Safe

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    Survey Shows People Hide their Computers to Keep Personal Data Online Safe

    A recent study conducted by Kaspersky Lab shows that online users are turning to a variety of methods to keep their personal data safe from the prying eyes of the online world. These methods include the usual security steps and some extreme procedures like hiding their computers.

    Kaspersky Lab also shared that despite the steps taken to protect data online, users are still not completely aware of the risks, and those that are, use the wrong methods to stay safe online.

    The research further showed that one-in-five (20%) admit that they cover up their webcam, in an attempt to protect their privacy. Useful in itself, it’s important to recognize that covering a webcam cannot prevent audio interception and protect users from being listened to by hackers or malicious groups.

    Over a quarter of internet users (28%) store their sensitive data on devices that have no internet access, mistakenly thinking that this will guarantee the protection of their data. Although this theory is grounded in logic and is essential for securing backup data from the aftermaths of a ransomware attack, even without an internet connection, it is still possible for a device to be infected via a connected smartphone or USB stick.

    Eighteen percent of those surveyed admitted that they try to avoid using popular websites like Google and Facebook because of the personal information these sites gather, despite the fact that it is normal practice for almost all websites to track users and collect some user data today.

    Moreover, 8-percent of extra-careful respondents admitted to hiding their computers from other people, even though this will not help protect them from internet threats. Seven-percent also said they devote time to entering, then erasing credit card data when paying online, in an attempt to confuse viruses, despite the fact that malware, especially keyloggers, cannot be confused this way.

    Whilst some use these extreme, but inadequate methods, the statistics show that other Internet users are severely lacking in cyber-savviness. Only 23-percent said they feel targeted online and 23-percent said that they do not think a security solution is necessary, raising questions about their online awareness and ability to protect themselves from harm.

    Protect your precious data online, without having to resort to extreme, which are more or less inaccurate methods with Kaspersky Internet Security. This security solution from Kaspersky safeguards user information without interfering with their digital lives. The Webcam Protection feature for Mac and Windows can maintain user privacy, whilst specialist anti-tracking features – such as the Private Browsing function – can help users who want to avoid being tracked by websites – by cutting off user data from internet traffic.

    Check your own level of cyber-savviness here: https://blog.kaspersky.com/cyber-savvy-quiz/. To read more tips on how to protect yourself online, click here: https://blog.kaspersky.com/tag/cybersavvy.

    Data is taken from Consumer Security Risks Survey 2015 and Are you cyber savvy? Quiz.

    Win a trip to Hollywood for the Ghostbusters World Premiere by signing up to HOOQ

    Jonah Mendoza
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    Win a trip to Hollywood for the Ghostbusters World Premiere by signing up to HOOQ

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    The iconic Ghostbusters films took the world by storm 30 years ago and the franchise is returning this July with a fresh take by Director Paul Feig (Spy, Bridesmaids). The film reboot will be taken on by an all-girl group made up of Melissa MaCarthy (Mike and Molly, Spy), Kristen Wiig (The Martian, Bridesmaids), Kate McKinnon (SNL) and Leslie Jones (SNL).

    Signing up for a new HOOQ account up to June 24 gives subscribers a chance to watch the world premiere with the Ghostbusters stars in Hollywood this July. Check out www.HOOQ.tv/Ghostbusters for more details. It’s easy to get HOOQ!  

    Sign up today for a 7-day free trial on www.HOOQ.tv.  Once the trial expires, you can either pay the P149 subscription fee monthly through credit credit or charge it to your Globe bill by texting HOOQ149 to 8888.

    Globe Postpaid customers can get up to 45 days of free trial with Globe GoSURF 99 and below, and up to 90 days of free trial for all mobile customers availing of GoSURF 299 and up.  Text GS HOOQ to 8888 to get the promo.

    Globe Broadband customers also get HOOQ for free for selected plans of  Globe Home Broadband.

    Catch the Ghostbusters films on HOOQ!

    Before the ladies arrive to take over the 2016 reboot, catch the original Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters II films on HOOQ! Relive the iconic moments like Bill Murray, Harold Ramis and Dan Aykroyd putting on their proton-packs and taking on Slimer and Stay Puft Marshmallow Man! For the first time on a SVOD platform, Hollywood movie buffs and fans of the iconic films will be able to access interviews, extra footage, and deleted scenes from the movies, all exclusively on HOOQ.

    Watch the original Ghostbusters at the HOOQ Purple Carpet!

    In addition to featuring the classic film series on the service, HOOQ will also screen Ghostbusters 1 and 2 at its first Purple Carpet Movie Night on July 15, 7pm at the Bonifacio Ampitheater, right across the Globe Iconic Store. Admission is free when you show the HOOQ app on your mobile or tablet device at the entrance. The HOOQ Purple Carpet, powered by Globe, is a fun night out for friends and family, with wide-screen movie entertainment, lounge seating, food stalls, and exciting games and raffle prizes.

    Commercial trucks carry Isuzu Philippines’ momentum

    Jonah Mendoza
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    Commercial trucks carry Isuzu Philippines’ momentum

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    Strong demand for light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks have lifted Isuzu Philippines Corporation’s (IPC) performance in May, sustaining the company’s upward momentum that began at the onset of 2016.

    Sales of Isuzu’s commercial trucks totaled to 2,183 from January to May this year, registering a 39.1-percent spike over the 1,569 units that were sold during the same period in 2015. The result is a further improvement on IPC’s overall performance year-to-date, which stands at a 35.1-percent growth on account of 10,819 deliveries made so far this year compared to the 8,010 for the same months last year, combined data from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. and Truck Manufacturers Association bare.

    The figures also show that sales of IPC’s light commercial vehicle line-up, which includes the Isuzu Crosswind AUV, D-MAX pickup and mu-X premium SUV, have risen 34.1 percent with 8,636 units moved from January to May this year, compared to only 6,441 units sold during the same period in 2015.

    “While Isuzu Philippines recorded a dip in demand last month compared to the previous one, our year-on-year result remains solid, easily outpacing the already robust performance of the local automotive industry. The increase in deliveries of Isuzu’s commercial trucks, which compensated for the slower movement of the light commercial vehicles, is an indication both of IPC products’ relevance to the local market and of a dynamic national economy in which the transport of goods is a vital component,” IPC President Hajime Koso said.     

    On a monthly tally, IPC’s performance in May accelerated 20.1 percent with 2,021 units sold, topping the 1,614 units registered in the same month last year. Total deliveries of Isuzu light commercial vehicles reached 1,561, comprised of 365 units of the Crosswind, 299 units of the D-MAX and 897 units of the mu-X.

    Also in May, Isuzu sold 284 units of the N-Series light-duty trucks, 128 F-Series medium-duty trucks, and 48 units of C-Series and E-Series heavy-duty trucks, for a monthly tally of 460 units.  

    The result in May, as well as for the first five months of 2016, places IPC firmly on third spot in the Philippines’ commercial vehicle market while at the same time recording the highest increase, at 35 percent, among the top three automotive companies in terms of sales growth this year compared to last year.

    “IPC’s performance to date is an accurate reflection of a vigorous Philippine automotive market, with which we share the same enthusiasm for record-setting results when 2016’s first half rolls by at the end of June,” Koso said.

     

    Team Suzuki Pilipinas sets records at Suzuki Asian Challenge

    Chris Noel Hidalgo
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    Team Suzuki Pilipinas sets records at Suzuki Asian Challenge

    The third leg of the Suzuki Asian Challenge (SAC) proved to be a success for Team Suzuki Pilipinas as they notched a couple of firsts for the nation, proving once again that the country’s grassroots racers belong right up there with the world’s best.

    Taking place at the Suzuka International Circuit in Japan, the local team’s own April King Mascardo managed to get the pole position after a strong qualifier performance—a first for a Filipino in an international racing event. Besides getting the pole position for the main race, Mascardo also set the fastest course record among Suzuka’s SAC riders at 2:52.455, beating out last year’s record holder by 5.3 seconds.

    Following this is Eane Jaye Sobretodo’s top podium finish, another first for a Filipino in the Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) series. Meanwhile, Mario Borbon, Jr. placed second making it a Philippine-first gold and silver finish. Mascardo was leading during most of the race, with Indonesian riders Jefri Tosema and Muhammad Sapril hot on his trail. Unfortunately, all three crashed during the last lap, giving way to Sobretodo and Borbon to take it all home.

    Race 2 was more gruelling as Mascardo bowed out early due to another crash. Sobretodo took over the lead but was cut through by a big pack, leaving him sitting in 9th place. Borbon followed at 10th.

    Currently, all members of Team Suzuki Pilipinas are in the overall standing’s top 10, with Sobretodo on 4th, Mascardo on 5th, and Borbon on 7th. With each race showing better and more refined performances from the country’s very own riders, Suzuki Philippines is hopeful that they have what it takes to make a permanent mark on the world’s racing scene. Sobretodo, Mascardo, and Borbon will once again hit the tracks for the fourth time this season on August 5 to 7 at Sentul, Indonesia.

    Nissan unveils Kicks, its all-new global compact crossover

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    Nissan unveils Kicks, its all-new global compact crossover

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    Nissan’s global leadership in the crossover segment will be further strengthened by the arrival of the all-new Nissan Kicks.

    The production Nissan Kicks retains the basic design cues taken from the Kicks Concept – first shown at the Sao Paulo Motor Show in 2014 – and is a stylish crossover built for busy city-dwellers to tackle everything the city can throw at it.

    To meet initial Brazilian demand, Kicks will be produced at Nissan’s benchmark plant in Aguascalientes, Mexico. Ramp-up to full production will start within FY16 at the Nissan facility in Resende, Rio de Janeiro – the site of a $192 million (R$750 million) investment to prepare for Kicks.

    Kicks features established design signatures, such as Nissan’s V-motion grille, boomerang head and taillights, and the floating roof with a “wrap-around visor” look to the windscreen and side glass.

    During the engineering process, much attention was paid to the car’s overall aerodynamic performance – not only to benefit its dynamic performance, but also its overall refinement by reducing wind noise.

    Inside, the story is one of quality and futuristic design in a cabin full of innovative features expected by a target audience who are technology hungry. The interior promises best in class passenger space in the rear – despite the coupé-like roofline – as well as one of the largest load areas in its class.

    Front seat occupants face the latest version of Nissan’s modern and simple Gliding Wing dashboard design, which is dominated by a centrally mounted seven-inch full color display housing a comprehensive infotainment system with Smartphone connectivity.

    Among the other technology on-board, Kicks will feature Around View Monitor and Moving Object Detection, which use four on-board cameras to present a view of the car and to warn the driver of any unseen hazards. This is a segment first in the region and, taken together, offers a step on the road to Nissan Intelligent Mobility.

    A sporting flavor is provided by the flat-bottom steering wheel, while the crossover stance provides a high eye point to give the driver an empowering viewpoint of the road ahead.

    “With Kicks, we have developed a compact crossover in the best Nissan tradition, and thanks to the unmatched experience, we have in creating vehicles to meet the needs of car-buyers around the world,” said Keno Kato, corporate vice president, Product Planning, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. “Kicks will offer best-in-class design, convenience and technological innovation. And, it will demonstrate Nissan’s commitment to Nissan Intelligent Mobility. Kicks is a car to confidently take on the city.”

    Nissan Kicks sales will begin first in Brazil in August, followed by Latin American left-hand drive markets later in fiscal year 2016. And ultimately, it will be introduced in more than 80 global markets.

    Full details of Kicks prices, specifications and equipment will be released closer to its on-sale date.

    Nissan Kicks Dimensions (mm):

    Length 4,295
    Width 1,760
    Height 1,590
    Wheelbase 2,610

     

    Chinese General Hospital Gets Equipment Upgrade

    Chris Noel Hidalgo
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    Chinese General Hospital Gets Equipment Upgrade

    Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center (CGHMC), one of the oldest and most prestigious healthcare institutions in the Philippines and under the leadership of philanthropist Dr. James Dy, revealed its modernization initiative in a MOA signing with Bullseye Solutions, Inc. (BSI) and Samsung Electronics last April 28.

    At the core of the modernization effort is the purchase of the latest radiology equipment such as a 512 slice CT scan machine, full room digital radiography solutions, mobile DR systems, and high end ultrasound systems. The program also includes an extensive renovation of the entire radiology department, effectively making CGHMC’s radiology department as one of Asia’s best.

    CGHMC, Samsung Electronics, and Bullseye Solutions, Inc. cemented their partnership in a contract signing ceremony attended by their top executives. The signing comes in the midst of Samsung Electronics’ entry into the healthcare space in the Philippines through its local partner Bullseye Solutions, Inc.

    Samsung Electronics seeks to maximize its presence in the hospital environment by not only providing the most advanced medical equipment, but also its numerous B2B products.  Consequently, Samsung’s partnership with CGHMC includes both the supply of its healthcare equipment and also its other B2B offerings, such as large format displays (LFDs), air conditioning units, mobile devices, and other range of products completing the modern CGHMC.  Bullseye Solutions, Inc., as Philippine distributor partner of Samsung, shall oversee the overall implementation of the modernization initiative in radiology.  

    The modernization program is timely as CGHMC moves to celebrate its 125th year anniversary in 2016. Through it, CGHMC strengthens its commitment to excellence in providing the best healthcare for its patients.

    In photo: Executives from Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center, Bullseye Solutions, Inc., and Samsung Electronics during the signing of the memorandum of agreement.

    Mynt to serve as one-stop shop for financial services using every Pinoy’s mobile phone

    Jonah Mendoza
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    Mynt to serve as one-stop shop for financial services using every Pinoy’s mobile phone

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    Mynt, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Globe Telecom, is leveraging on the immense popularity of cellular phones in offering a one-stop shop for financial services to boost financial inclusion among Filipinos.

    At present, mobile penetration in the Philippines has already reached 113 percent as compared to banking penetration of only 31 percent.  In fact, three-out-of-four Filipinos aged 15 and above do not have bank accounts while 95 percent do not have credit cards.

    Such ongoing shift to digital lifestyle, therefore, presents Mynt with a unique opportunity to address these gaps and equalize access to financial services using mobile and digital technology.

    “Mobile is a key enabler to provide access to the unbanked and underserved segments because almost everyone has a mobile phone or knows someone who has one.  Imagine a world where consumers, merchants, and retailers benefit from mobile wallet capabilities, partnered with innovative loan constructs to further drive the cashless ecosystem.  That is what Mynt is all about.  We want to become a one-stop shop for financial services using every Pinoy’s mobile phone,” said John Rubio, President and CEO of Mynt

    Rubio is one of the key speakers at the Digital Transformation Summit organized by the Cebu Educational Development Foundation for Information Technology  (CEDFIT) in partnership with the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry.  It was attended by players in the Information Technology-Business Process Management sector, academe, and local government units in Cebu.

    Talking about digital disruption readiness, Rubio said Mynt is pioneering initiatives to provide financial services that were not available previously to most Filipinos.

    “For instance, most Filipinos do not have credit history on which future financial transactions may be based.  This, in turn, leads to poor access to legitimate credit facilities and proliferation of informal lenders who charge a monthly interest payment of 20 percent or about 350-400 percent per annum.  We are changing this scenario,” he said.

    Mynt currently utilizes mobile phones via its GCash mobile money service to provide a platform where customers can access consumer loans in a non-traditional manner, send and receive remittances more efficiently, buy online and offline, pay their bills, among others.  It is also set to enter into strategic partnerships and build new subsidiaries to complete its financial services portfolio.

    “We add more value to Globe customers by complementing their digital lifestyle with other mobile services and we can see the potential of this large untapped market for financial services.  Eventually, we want to realize our vision of full financial inclusion starting from a secure wallet,” Rubio said.

    As a company, Mynt also targets specific segments that are early adapters to financial technology, specifically students and employees.   Mynt provides them with affordable and convenient solutions that is built in within their mobile phones.  This is further strengthened by building cashless ecosystem solutions in schools and companies.

    Mynt has so far, close to two million customers doing P1-billion transaction value weekly being serviced through more than 10,000 partner outlet network, and has more than 10,000 loan borrowers.

    Parade: HP PageWide XL 8000

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    Parade: HP PageWide XL 8000

    Part of HP’s large format printer series, the PageWide XL 8000 combines the functions of two printers in one capable device, cost-efficient device.

    This large format printer is capable of producing monochrome and color prints at a breakthrough speed 60-percent faster than printers in its class, making it one of the fastest large format monochrome and color printers in the market today. With such printing speeds, it can significantly reduce job preparation and finishing costs up to 50-percent.

    It also uses pigmentation technology for its prints, making printed output smudge-resistant in the event it gets spilled on. This printer is ideal for high-end production printing at speeds of up to 30 D/A1-size prints per minute as well as two 775 millilitre ink cartridges per color. It is capable of automatic switching of up to six rolls of media providing the user more than 3,900 feet (1,200 meters) of media for sustained productivity.

    GadgetsLab: Dell Inspiron 3162

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    GadgetsLab: Dell Inspiron 3162

    Specifications:

    • Dimensions: 20.8-22.23 x 292 x 196 mm
    • Weight: starts at 1.22 kg
    • Processor: Intel Celeron Processor N3050 (2MB cache, up to 2.16GHz)
    • Hard Drive Options: 500GB 5400 rpm
    • Display: 11.6-inch HD (1366 x 768) anti-glare LED-backlit
    • Battery: 32 WHr, built-in 2-cell (non-removable)
    • Operating System: Windows 10
    • Connectivity: 802.11bgn/Bluetooth 4.0/HDMI/USB 3.0/USB 2.0/microSD reader

    What’s Hot:

    • Eye-catching form factor
    • Travel friendly
    • Matte screen

    What’s Not:

    • Glossy finish fingerprint magnet
    • Low on storage and processing capacities

    Dell, a brand name etched on many monitors and CPUs in corporations, hopes to make waves in the commercial space with its newest consumer laptops XPS 15 and Inspiron 11 3162. We got hold of Dell’s contender in the entry-level market,  Inspiron 11 3162, and here’s how it fared.

    Design: (3.5/5)

    The Inspiron 11 3162 is housed in a plastic body that features smooth, rounded edges in the front and back. To give you a more graphic description, its smooth-edged form factor harks back to bright-colored and curved clamshell phones of not long ago, which are right up my alley. This design philosophy is a clear indication of this laptops’ target market: the young and proactive sector.

    As someone who prefers minimalistic design over showy ones, I appreciate the simplicity of this laptop. Flipping it open, you’ll be greeted with a matte screen that offers some nice viewing angles, an island-style keyboard that’s soft to touch, and an aptly-sized touchpad with some texture on it. Located on the sides are basic ports such as power-in, HDMI, USB 3.0, micro-SD reader, combo audio jack, and a Kensington lock, all of which are necessary features to a productivity machine.

    Hardware: (3.5/5)

    Apart from colorful design choices and an unassuming, yet stylish façade, this light notebook packs various hardware to keep your productivity going and provide you with entertainment any time of the day. This 11.6-inch laptop can be easily stowed in the bag and whipped out whenever needed. It runs Windows 10, showcases a 1366 x 768-resolution anti-glare LED-backlit panel, Intel Celeron processor, 2 GBs of RAM, and battery that is guaranteed to last you up to 10 hours of work and play on the fly. All these come together  for a laptop that can handle varying light to moderate PC tasks and a few other programs running in the background without a hitch.

    Additionally, the laptop also has a built-in two tuned speakers, a 0.9-megapixel webcam with 720p HD video support, and Wi-Fi 802.11ac Wi-Fi.

    User Experience: (4/5)

    Using the laptop for a good amount of time didn’t really bring any surprise. As simple as it looks, this laptop is a modest device perfect for internet browsing and creating documents. Simple tasks such as typing articles and web surfing went smoothly. However, we wouldn’t recommend installing graphic-intensive games on it as its hardware may not be capable of handling such processing demand. Uncomplicated games available in the Windows store or flash games are playable–anything beyond that will just bring frustration.

    We also found working with this laptop a pleasant experience. Typing was weirdly addicting, the keys are spread out adequately despite the size of the device, but can a bit small for people with huge fingers. It also has a texture that’s nice to touch. The touch pad, on the other hand, has a semi-abraded surface so your fingers don’t feel like just gliding on smooth plastic. The buttons on the pad is constructed with a short drop to them and is very responsive to clicks.

    Value: (4/5)

    I had really no troubles using this laptop from Dell. For its PHP 13,990 suggested retail price, you’d get a capable laptop that carries just the right battery life, screen, keyboard, and processor at your disposal. It takes on tasks discreetly and wouldn’t give you the impression of it bursting into flames with even nonstop use.

    Bottomline:

    The Dell Inspiron 11 3162 is a testimony that you don’t need to spend tons for a capable daily driver.

    Published on Gadgets Magazine June 2016 issue.

    Canvas Learning Management System Grows APAC Presence

    Chris Noel Hidalgo
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    Canvas Learning Management System Grows APAC Presence

    Software-as-a-service company Instructure, creator of the Canvas learning management system (LMS) announced that it doubled its Asia-Pacific manpower in order to better handle its growing presence in the region. The most recent investors in the Canvas LMS include the SCEGGS Darlinghurst in Sydney, Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts, Singapore’s SIM University, and New Zealand’s University of Auckland.

    “The success that Canvas has seen over the past 12 months in the APAC region indicates that there is a growing and real need for cutting edge technology that becomes an enabler, allowing the institutions we work with to deliver the best and most compelling learning experience possible,” said Troy Martin, director of APAC for Canvas.

    He added, “We’ve seen how progressive Asia-Pacific can be when it comes to driving innovation in education and student-centered learning, and Canvas is uniquely placed to facilitate that transition towards a digital teaching model. Our APAC customers, including SCEGGS, Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts, SIM University, and University of Auckland have selected Canvas as their LMS platform partner of choice to tackle head-on the challenges and opportunities presented by the global education marketplace. We are delighted to be working with them moving forward.”

    The above institutions combine for a student-staff population of over 54,000. With Canvas in tow, they will be able to enjoy a system that would integrate seamlessly with external tools and applications, while also being compatible with most operating systems and devices. Furthermore, Canvas’ solid feature set, ease of use, and manageability should allow for an enriched educational experience for both students and teachers.

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