NEWS / 06 Feb 2012 / 24 min ago
No internet connection on your Android device and you need a file within Google Docs for your last minute meeting? Fortunately, an update to the Google Docs Android app lets you select any file in Google Docs to make it available offline.
NEWS / 06 Feb 2012 / 1 hour 5 min ago
Steve Appleton, 51, CEO of Micron Technology, passed away last Friday (MST) due to a plane accident. President and COO Mark Durcan temporarily assumes office.
Still stuck with your aging CRT TV? Want to upgrade to an LCD TV but worried about the price? Toshiba's answer to your dilemma is the affordable Regza Power TV 24HV10E which costs lower than PhP 10,000!
NEWS / 04 Feb 2012 / 36 hours 48 min ago
Samsung Philippines recently staged an event in Eastwood Mall to highlight two of its latest Android Honeycomb-based tablets, the Galaxy Tab 7.7 and the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
Popular cloud storage service Dropbox is currently offering up to 4.5GB of extra space for users who volunteer to try its experimental build 1.3.12. The new build allows users to automatically sync photos from cameras, phones and SD cards with their accounts.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
The HTC Concept Store in SM City North EDSA has marked down the price of the HTC Explorer in line with the mall's ongoing Great Northern Sale. The store's promo will last until February 5, 2012.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
Rumored for a Q4 2012 release, the Apollo update for Microsoft's Windows Phone platform has its details leaked. New hardware support such as multi-core, NFC and new screen resolutions, on top of a streamlined integration with Windows 8, have been revealed.
Building on the success of its first Transformer, ASUS announced the world's first quad-core Android tablet, the Eee Pad Transformer Prime. Can its blazing fast processor and sleek 8.3mm metallic spun finish design bring ASUS to greater heights? Let's find out.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
A supposedly leaked image of what appears to be a variant of the Samsung Galaxy SII running Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich has surfaced. It is rumored that it will debut in MWC 2012.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
Dell lets companies build their virtual applications infrastructure with the PowerEdge R710 Rack Server, which is designed specifically for the deployment of virtualization software such as VMWare.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
The Associated Press has improved its high-definition video storage, transfer and copying operations by using the Isilon scale-out NAS by EMC.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
The 17th Cards and Payments Asia exhibition in Singapore is set to focus on Near Field Communications or NFC payment technology, which is expected to see widespread implementation in region in the coming years.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
Pentax introduces a new mirrorless system with the K-01, a camera designed by Marc Newson, a London-based industrial designer. The K-01 is compatible with Pentax's existing K-mount lenses, and will be launched in March.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
According to reports from the Cult of Mac and Mashable, songs with explicit lyrics will be automatically replaced by clean versions when they are uploaded to the iTunes Match service.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
ASUS may be launching another Eee Pad Transformer model, known by its codename TF300T in the coming months. It is tipped to come with the same Tegra 3 quad-core processor as the Transformer Prime but adopts a plastic back instead.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
HP has announced new editions of its IT Performance Suite, designed to strengthen executive into application development, infrastructure and operations management.
NEWS / 02 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
Smart Communications announced today new enhancements on its SmartNet platform. The telco giant also announced that SmartNet is now free for download on the Android Market.
NEWS / 02 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
14 months after the release of Kinect for Xbox 360, Microsoft have released Kinect for Windows. However, they will not be supporting the device with games, instead, its intended market will be commercial clients and developers.
NEWS / 02 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
A long list of Apple resellers are having a month-long sale on accessories and cases for all kinds of Apple gadgets this February called "Color Me Red".
NEWS / 02 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
Smart Communications is set to release a version of the SmartNet application compatible with the iOS platform. Here is an early look at SmartNet while in action on an iPhone 4S.
NEWS / 06 Feb 2012 / 24 min ago
No internet connection on your Android device and you need a file within Google Docs for your last minute meeting? Fortunately, an update to the Google Docs Android app lets you select any file in Google Docs to make it available offline.
NEWS / 06 Feb 2012 / 1 hour 5 min ago
Steve Appleton, 51, CEO of Micron Technology, passed away last Friday (MST) due to a plane accident. President and COO Mark Durcan temporarily assumes office.
NEWS / 04 Feb 2012 / 36 hours 48 min ago
Samsung Philippines recently staged an event in Eastwood Mall to highlight two of its latest Android Honeycomb-based tablets, the Galaxy Tab 7.7 and the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
Popular cloud storage service Dropbox is currently offering up to 4.5GB of extra space for users who volunteer to try its experimental build 1.3.12. The new build allows users to automatically sync photos from cameras, phones and SD cards with their accounts.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
The HTC Concept Store in SM City North EDSA has marked down the price of the HTC Explorer in line with the mall's ongoing Great Northern Sale. The store's promo will last until February 5, 2012.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
Rumored for a Q4 2012 release, the Apollo update for Microsoft's Windows Phone platform has its details leaked. New hardware support such as multi-core, NFC and new screen resolutions, on top of a streamlined integration with Windows 8, have been revealed.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
A supposedly leaked image of what appears to be a variant of the Samsung Galaxy SII running Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich has surfaced. It is rumored that it will debut in MWC 2012.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
Dell lets companies build their virtual applications infrastructure with the PowerEdge R710 Rack Server, which is designed specifically for the deployment of virtualization software such as VMWare.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
The Associated Press has improved its high-definition video storage, transfer and copying operations by using the Isilon scale-out NAS by EMC.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
The 17th Cards and Payments Asia exhibition in Singapore is set to focus on Near Field Communications or NFC payment technology, which is expected to see widespread implementation in region in the coming years.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 2 days ago
Pentax introduces a new mirrorless system with the K-01, a camera designed by Marc Newson, a London-based industrial designer. The K-01 is compatible with Pentax's existing K-mount lenses, and will be launched in March.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
According to reports from the Cult of Mac and Mashable, songs with explicit lyrics will be automatically replaced by clean versions when they are uploaded to the iTunes Match service.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
ASUS may be launching another Eee Pad Transformer model, known by its codename TF300T in the coming months. It is tipped to come with the same Tegra 3 quad-core processor as the Transformer Prime but adopts a plastic back instead.
NEWS / 03 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
HP has announced new editions of its IT Performance Suite, designed to strengthen executive into application development, infrastructure and operations management.
NEWS / 02 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
Smart Communications announced today new enhancements on its SmartNet platform. The telco giant also announced that SmartNet is now free for download on the Android Market.
NEWS / 02 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
14 months after the release of Kinect for Xbox 360, Microsoft have released Kinect for Windows. However, they will not be supporting the device with games, instead, its intended market will be commercial clients and developers.
NEWS / 02 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
A long list of Apple resellers are having a month-long sale on accessories and cases for all kinds of Apple gadgets this February called "Color Me Red".
NEWS / 02 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
Smart Communications is set to release a version of the SmartNet application compatible with the iOS platform. Here is an early look at SmartNet while in action on an iPhone 4S.
NEWS / 02 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
Researchers from Switzerland have reportedly discovered a way to use molybdenite to make semiconductor transistors that are free of silicon, the traditional material used in semiconductors. Molybdenite is touted as an alternative material to overcome the miniaturization limits of silicon.
NEWS / 02 Feb 2012 / 3 days ago
The local distributor of Olympus cameras has announced the release of the VG-170 into the local market. The new camera features a flash unit that is four times more powerful than regular compact cameras, lighting subjects as far as 15 meters away.
Still stuck with your aging CRT TV? Want to upgrade to an LCD TV but worried about the price? Toshiba's answer to your dilemma is the affordable Regza Power TV 24HV10E which costs lower than PhP 10,000!
Building on the success of its first Transformer, ASUS announced the world's first quad-core Android tablet, the Eee Pad Transformer Prime. Can its blazing fast processor and sleek 8.3mm metallic spun finish design bring ASUS to greater heights? Let's find out.
100% Filipino brand Timbre makes its debut with the Gitara a pair of over-the-head headphones featuring a guitar-inspired design by graphic design house Team Manila.
The Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS) platform serves to deliver a refined and unified user experience for Android phones and tablets. While we have seen ICS in action on the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, little is known about ICS on tablets. Here's a quick look at how ICS runs on an Android tablet.
Seemingly not satisfied with its stellar performance last year, Samsung has started the new year is on a tear, with the introduction of five new smartphones. We take a closer look at each one.
Over a month after bringing you our review of the flagship Rampage IV Extreme, we now take a look at one of ASUS' X79-based motherboards that could appeal to mainstream system builders. Read on our take on the ASUS P9X79 PRO!
A Samsung smartphone recently arrived in our test labs with the name tag Galaxy S Advance. Labeled with the model number GT-I9070, is this the rumored Galaxy S II relative described by several reports that have been circulating since last year?
Much more famous for its printing and computing products, HP shows us its imaging skills with the t200, a fun-sized and pocket-friendly full HD digital camcorder.
Previously codenamed Elmcrest, the Intel SSD 510 Series comes after the X25-M G2 and precedes the 25nm-based SSD 320 Series. The 510 Series features a Marvell 6Gbps controller and is as fast as some SSD models that make use of SandForce controllers.
We take an in-depth listen to the Ultimate Ears 700, a pair of in-ear monitor headphones from longtime computer peripherals maker Logitech, to find out why it is the "#1 choice of the world's top touring musicians."
Another affordable, consumer-oriented NAS solution made a visit to HardwareZone's testing grounds. Putting the Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Home to the test with our upgraded network setup, we find out how it fares against the WD My Book Live 2TB which we previously tried out.
Welcoming the year of the Water Dragon with a bang, RedDot Philippines gathered users of the GE X500 in Manila's Chinatown for a unique photowalk contest amid the Lunar New Year festivities. HardwareZone was there to join in on the fun.
The Dell XPS 13 made a special appearance in the labs of HardwareZone today thanks to Dell, and we managed to get a brief hands-on with a pre-production unit that is very close to the retail version. First impressions count, and we must say we're fairly impressed with it. Read to find out more.
Multitaskers enjoy having a widescreen display for their computers but the Envision P971wL adds a twist to the benefit of a larger desktop space by allowing users to segregate said space. This monitor will also make sure users will remain motivated in their task through a unique Smile Reminder feature.
With its "just right" size and weight, DLNA certification, plus a set of exclusive file-sharing applications, LG's Optimus Hub makes a compelling case to be the center of your digital lifestyle. We go hands-on to see if it is up to the task.
There are certain responsibilities and expectations that a poster-child of a new product category must live up to. One such example is the Core i7 processor equipped, 13-inch ASUS Zenbook UX31 for Ultrabooks. It's got the looks and build, but does it live up to expectations? We find out.
Intel has started shipping its third generation of Atom chips, also known by its codename Cedar Trail-M. ASUS provides a taste of Cedar Trail-M's performance with the Eee PC X101CH, a netbook powered by an Atom N2600 processor.
In the adverts, the AW100 says "I am an adventurer." Built to withstand depths of up to (or down to) 10m, resistant to shock from heights up to 1.5m and able to withstand temperatures down to -10°C, the AW100 is one of those rugged cameras you can take with you anywhere. More hands-on details after the jump.
Let's face it. Despite all the advances in built-in audio for our mobile devices, it's just not enough sometimes, so it's always a good idea to have a set of portable speakers handy. We take a look at some just-released models.
Overloaded with CES 2012 news? Fret not, here's a curated list of prominent announcements and our impressions of technologies that made the headlines at this biggest consumer technology show on Earth. If you only have time for one CES-related article, this is it.
During my usual Internet trawling sessions, I stumbled upon an interesting documentary entitled PressPausePlay, which is about the effect of the digital revolution on creative industries, most especially the movie and music industry. It raises some very intriguing points, which I'd like to share.
HardwareZone Philippines interviewed with Mr. Joey Gurango, the Founder and Managing Director of Gurango Software Corporation. Speaking from his vast experience in the field of software development, Mr. Gurango explained some of the important aspects and usage trends of business software in the Philippines.
CES is not just about the latest tablets, smartphones, and computers. It’s also about groundbreaking, innovative, and downright weird technologies that could either revolutionize the whole industry or add another piece of trash to the rapidly-growing IT garbage pile. Either way, you have to give credit for creativity.
After months of speculation, the Department of Tourism has finally released its much-anticipated new slogan for the Philippines: “Its More Fun in the Philippines.” The tagline and accompanying images have exploded all over the Internet, showing the Filipino’s knack for taking things viral.
The experience of watching a high definition movie or playing a compelling game will never be complete without riveting sound. But hate the complication of working with several wires just to set up your speaker system? Going wireless is the way to go.
Ever noticed that when you look at a smartphone's specs, it looks very similar to the specs of personal computers that were around in the 90's? It's amazing, and amusing, to think that the big hunk of computing machinery that once sat on your desk now fits in your pocket.
It has long been known that the Philippines is the “texting capital of the world,” so it’s pretty apparent that we Filipinos love our mobile phones. A handful of local companies are banking on this and their knowledge of the Philippine market to challenge foreign brands for the top spot.
Media streaming is considerably one of the core features in computing, consumer electronics, and mobile platforms. But what are some of the factors that brought about the status that media streaming enjoys today? This blog sheds some light on the causes and effects of the success of media streaming.
It's that time of the year folks when gifts abound and temptations tease us of our hard-earned 13th-month pay and Christmas bonuses. Whether you're a gamer, a PC enthusiast, or a garden variety gadget lover, this year's holiday season is just around the corner and its intent to empty your pockets!
There was a time that when it came to cellphones, smaller meant better. Now it seems that the opposite is true. The question is “how big?” Apple has shown that the complete mobile experience should be spread out to multiple devices. Samsung on the other hand, has the opposite idea. Enter the Galaxy Note.
After successfully staging night races in Cebu, Dagupan, and Davao, Energizer Philippines, in partnership with GMA Kapuso Foundation, kicked off the first Energizer Night Race in Metro Manila last Saturday. Beneficiaries of the advocacy run received hearing aids and Energizer Zero-Mercury hearing aid batteries, promoting Energizer’s global campaign “Positive Energy”.
Last October, a focus-free camera was announced for pre-order. About a week earlier, Adobe announced an upcoming tool that promises to un-blur out-of-focus shots. What's going on here? We throw out a few thoughts to ponder about what the future holds for digital photography.
We all know that games and simulations are employed in the army to train soldiers but who would have thought that games could also help scientists. A puzzle game named Foldit is helping scientists unravel the mysteries of proteins with assistance from a community of gamers all over the world.
Voice-controlled computers have been stuff of science fiction novels and movies for almost as long as science fiction has existed. Since then we have slowly turned fiction into fact. The Siri voice control feature on Apple's new iPhone 4S is looking to be the closest we have come to achieving that dream.
Just when we thought that the incursion of super-fast SSDs and large-capacity HDDs helped in making storage-related decisions easier, it might be a different case for those who are unaware of the current trends that are taking place in these two storage standards. Let this blog serve as a guide.
It's already a given that we, Filipinos, love the Internet and online social networking. Yet somehow, mobile data and SNS access are still not that popular around these parts at this time. Will recent announcements from our leading telcos change things soon? We should hope so.
It used to be that the Last Mile dictates the final leg of communications between the service provider and the consumer. What about the Last Stretch?
At first, there were two. Now, there are four! NVIDIA takes a brave leap ahead with the quad-core Tegra 3 (also known as Kal-El) mobile processor for tablets and smartphones. Will this technology follow through with its promises? If Tegra 2 is any indication, NVIDIA might just be giving birth to a new cash-cow.
For the past couple of years, technology companies have been hard at work building "ecosystems." Big names like Apple and Google have come out with cloud-based solutions for their customers to easily sync the data on their different devices. The next step it appears, is to create a unified OS for all those devices.
Today’s blogger shares with you his weekend (mis)adventure with two NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GT graphics cards – one is working fine, the other one is defective. Will they blend in an SLI setup? Read on the article, check out his findings, and find out if this one will work for you.
