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NEW OPPO F3 USHERS NEW WAVE OF STUNNING GROUFIES
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LOBAL electronics brand OPPO is driving the next wave of the groufie revolution with the launch of its latest dual selfie camera phone, the OPPO F3. For only P16,990, the newest member of the F3 Series family went on sale starting May 13 in the Philippines as well as in India, Vietnam, Myanmar, and Indonesia. “We at OPPO always strive to reinvent the mobile experience, and the release of the F3 reflects our relentless passion for even better smartphone photography,” OPPO Philippines Brand Marketing Manager Stephen Cheng said. “Through our continued innovation, we hope to cement our brand’s position as the leading camera phone in the industry.” OPPO’s recent focus on creating the perfect groufie follows a growing trend in groufies especially among younger users on social media: “Filipinos are known for our strong relationships with family and friends,” Cheng explained. “With a phone like the F3, it becomes easier for us to turn even ordinary events into special moments with the people we love best.”
Perfect Groufies Anytime, Anywhere
Like its predecessor the F3 Plus, the OPPO F3 is designed with a 16-megapixel selfie-focused main camera paired with a sub-camera capable of capturing groufies through a larger field of view. This wide-angle camera also inherits the earlier model’s distortion-minimizing features to prevent image warping, while OPPO’s Beautify 4.0 photo editing software ensures a fresh look with every snap.
Farewell to the Selfie Stick
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a single shot will no longer be a struggle, and travel selfies won’t have to crop out the background and look like they were done in the backyard. With twice the size of a selfie camera’s field of view, the secondary camera can easily include either a large group inside the picture frame or the background during a memorable trip—all without a selfie stick. This helps reduce the number of accessories needed for groufies and travel selfies.
Superb Inside and Out
For added sleekness without compromising gripping comfort, the OPPO F3 is crafted using exclusive Urail spray technology that allows the body frame width to go as thin as 2.0 millimeters—27 percent slimmer than the F1s. The aluminum body has also undergone 220 fine zirconium sandblasting treatments to achieve its polished, delicate look that appears natural. The screen is built with 5.5-inch 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass 5 with pre-applied protective coating for unmatched durability and scratch-resistance. FHD in-cell technology further
For added sleekness, the OPPO F3 is crafted using exclusive U-rail spray technology that allows the body frame width to go as thin as 2.0 millimeters.
gives the phone display crystalclear visibility and vividness despite the glare of the sun on the glass surface. To fulfill the u s e r ’s n e e d fo r speed, the OPPO F3’s home-button fingerprint reader provides lightning-fast touch access in just 2.0 seconds—the fastest in the market. Backing the OPPO F3’s advanced features is an octo-core processor supported by 4GB of RAM and a 64GB ROM. A triple-slot tray also ac-
commodates two Nano 4G SIM cards and one micro SD card to expand memory up to 128GB. Even the rear camera offers highquality performance. Powered by PDAF technology, the back camera is capable of fast focusing speeds to capture precious moments without causing any blurring. “Our latest Group Selfie Expert is a total package that comes at an affordable price,” Cheng added. “With its combined features from the front and back cameras to the aesthetics and battery life, the F3 holds great potential in taking the groufie trend to new heights.” For more details, visit https:// www.facebook.com/OPPOPH/ or log on to http://www.oppo.com/ph/ index.html.
ELEGANCE IN CHERRY MOBILE DESIRE SERIES and hoard as many photos and videos that you like. The Cherry Mobile Desire R7 Plus is priced at P5,999SRP and is perfect for the millennials, online savvies and photography enthusiasts who are looking for a premium mobile device that doesn’t come at a hefty price.
CHERRY Mobile is set to fulfill more of one’s desire with their latest premium line up, the Cherry Mobile Desire Series. Built to complement every lifestyle, Desire R7, Desire R7 Plus and Desire R8 will bring users a more compelling performance and more impressive specs in a sleeker, sophisticated look.
DESIRE R8: Dual Rear Cameras
Cherry Mobile Desire R7: Great Entertainment
Experience great entertainment and premium mobile experience like no other with the Cherry Mobile Desire R7. With its 5” HD display screen, now you can indulge yourself with exceptional mobile viewing as this produces vibrant and realistic colors. Perfect also for photography enthusiasts, the Desire R7 is designed with a 13MP rear and 8MP front cameras that can capture like-worthy photos. Download more of your favorite apps and pamper yourself with the sweetest features of the latest Android Nougat 7.0 OS, coupled with a 2GB RAM coupled with 16GB internal storage (expandable up to 64GB via microSD). For the go-getters and high-achievers, the Desire R7 lets you stay connected and on top of your game as the device is 700MHz LTE-ready. With a price tag of P4,999 SRP, enjoy a sleeker feel as well and modern navigation thanks to the premium built and fingerprint sensor.
DESIRE R7 PLUS: Bigger Screen
The Cherry Mobile Desire R7 Plus takes inspiration from its sibling and levels up with a bigger HD screen – measuring 5.5”, and a bigger battery at
AERIAL IMAGING TECHNOLOGY NOW MORE ACCESSIBLE
Cherry Mobile Desire R7
3000mAh. Like its predecessor, the Desire R7 Plus is fitted with the latest Nougat 7.0 operating system and an upgrade of a generous 3GB RAM and 16GB internal storage, which can be expanded to 64GB via micro-SD. Now you can stock more data, files
A model for the big boys, the Desire R8 is a perfect fit for aspiring photographers and gamer thanks to its dual rear cameras and refined phone specs. For your viewing and gaming pleasure, the R8 boasts a 5.5”FHD screen. Watch your videos, review your gallery, and play your games with exceptional clarity. Capture more stunning photos as well with your 8MP Front and 13MP + 5MP dual rear cameras. Quickly upload your images to social media through the device’s 700MHz LTE-capability. Ensuring that you enjoy a seamless mobile experience, the Cherry Mobile Desire R8 is powered by a 1.5GHz Octa-Core processor, and is built with 3GB RAM. Storage is at 32GB, that can be expanded to 64GB via Micro SD. For a reasonable price of P9,999, be one of the firsts to score the latest Cherry Mobile Desire R8. Learn more about the Cherry Mobile Desire Series, as well as catch up on the latest news and promos from the brand through: CM website: www.cherrymobile.com.ph FB: www.facebook.com/cherrymobile Instagram: @cherrymobileph Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CherryMobilePH Twitter: @CherryMobilePH
AT LAST, the latest aerial imaging technology has been made more accessible for Filipinos. This, after MSI-ECS, a leading IT equipment distributor in the Philippines, partnered with DJI to become its authorized distributor of top of the line products in the Philippines including the just released Phantom 4. The local IT distributor’s partnership with the world’s leader in civilian drones and aerial imaging technology will also involve an array of DJI products, including the smallest, most compact, foldable drone, the Mavic Pro, the iconic Phantom drone series, the ready to fly professional platform for filmmakers the Inspire 2, as well as handheld gimbals from the Osmo series. “As digital lifestyle continues to evolve, MSI-ECS is committed to being at the forefront of the world’s latest and most innovative products, solutions, and services, which will allow us to better serve the changing needs of the market,” said Jimmy Go, President and CEO, MSI-ECS Phils. Inc. The executive also bared his confidence that the “future of technology” will make waves in the country, especially among the millennials and young professionals. “In the Philippines, the interest and usage of civilian drones have also grown dramatically and we are confident that its use for commercial purposes will gain momentum and the addition of drones to our impressive portfolio will not only boost our offerings but also enable us to anticipate market changes,” he added. DJI products will be on shelves in more than 50 retail outlets in the consumer electronics, photography, hobbyist and lifestyle channels across the Philippines. “This partnership will enable us to bring our best-in-class aerial platforms and imaging solutions across the Philippines so that more people can learn about the technology and better understand what it can do for them,” said Kevin On, DJI’s Director of Communication. Meanwhile, the newly improved Phantom 4, will give photographers a 1-inch, 20-megapixel sensor and a mechanical shutter. It is also equipped with many of the intelligent features offered on the Phantom 4 Pro, including Draw, ActiveTrack, TapFly, Gesture, Tripod and the FlightAutonomy system.
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Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Vietnam. Microsoft’s association with ASEAN is a strong testament of the company’s commitment to develop and unleash the potential of young talents in South East Asia, as well as to foster the growth of the next generation to help them achieve more in the digital age. Dave Miller, Developer Experience Lead, Microsoft Asia Pacific, said: “For the past 15 years, Imagine Cup has been a platform to help students turn their dreams into reality. This year’s regional finalists brought great ideas to the stage, and we see a lot of potential in these projects in solving some of the biggest challenges today across the region. Imagine Cup is just the beginning for many of these budding innovators and entrepreneurs, and we are excited to be part of their journey.”
TAKE YOUR BEST SHOT WITH ALL-NEW XPERIA XA1 COMMITTED to delivering the best in mobile technology, Sony announces the arrival of Xperia™ XA1 in the Philippines. Xperia XA1 brings superior photo quality and smooth performance to consumers who need a handy smartphone that fits their fast-paced lifestyle. Building on the success of last year’s Xperia XA models, the Xperia XA1 features a 23 megapixel main camera delivering perfect images built in its beautiful and sophisticated borderless design.
Take pictures that fit your style and exceed your expectations
At 0.6s capturing speed, you’re guaranteed to never miss a moment with the Xperia XA1. It promises a superfast journey from launch to capture with incredibly
fast and accurate Hybrid Autofocus, so even the most spontaneous moments are always in focus. Blurry moments are a thing of the past with the newest midrange offering from Sony. The Xperia XA1 borrows expertise from Sony cameras and previous Xperia devices as it delivers excellent high resolution pictures at 23 mega-pixels. Photos are always impressive all thanks to its large 1/2.3” Exmor™RS for mobile sensor and bright F2.0 lens that enables it to take superior photos even at lowlight. Take fashionable selfies with great confidence with its 8 mega-pixel, 23mm wide-angle lens.
Edge-to-edge Beauty
The beautiful borderless design introduced in 2016 has been refined to create the illusion of a seamlessly never-ending surface
whose curvature aids the perfect fit in your hand. The edge-toedge HD (720p) 5” screen on XA1 is supported by display technologies to deliver a crisp, sharp viewing experience. Sony craftsmanship is clear to see with the diamond cut-like finish on top and bottom, along with the choice of materials such as the aluminium sides which create a rich feel in the hand.
Creating performance that lasts a lifetime
With their power-efficient MediaTek helio P20 octa-core processors you get a quick and smooth experience, whether you browse the web, watch a video or play your favorite game. The XA1 is designed to ensure a longer lasting performance over the smartphone’s lifetime. Qnovo Adapt Charging monitors the bat-
tery’s health and adjusts charging current accordingly to avoid damage and maximize lifespan whilst Stamina Mode keeps your battery going for longer when you need it the most by disabling some of the functions and extending the lifetime. The Sony Xperia™ XA1 is now available in Sony Centers, Sony Mobile Stores and Authorized Dealers nationwide. Xperia XA1 is priced at cash SRP P14,990 and comes in colors classic black, clean white, rosy pink, and stunning gold. Get the latest updates and promos from Sony by visiting them on their official website, www. sony.com.ph, and following them on social media—like facebook. com/SonyPhilippines, and follow twitter.com/SonyPHinc and instagram.com/sonyPHInc.
New mid-range device from Sony offers superior image quality in a beautiful and sophisticated device