Lea Cruz

Let’s Caffeinate! The New Starbucks Rewards Program is Here.

  Coffee is life.  With the new Starbucks Rewards, you get more for every cup.  Starting today (July 17), coffee addicts can enjoy the many benefits of being a Starbucks Rewards member.   More rewards in fewer visits. With the new Starbucks Rewards program, members get one star with every Php 25 spent on your favorite […]

You Can Now Shop for Your Favorite Uniqlo Items Online!

Prepare your wallets guys, one of our favorite retail clothing brands are now available online.  Uniqlo officially launched their online store a few hours ago and I can’t wait to get my hands on their products, particularly their Airism line that I’ve been using for years.   “We are pleased to announce that everyone can now […]

Keep Your Gadgets Virus-Free with UV Light

I’ve become a bit of a germaphobe since the Corona Virus pandemic.  Nothing enters our home without being disinfected first.  Armed with 70% alcohol or bleach, I wipe down what I can’t wash with soap and water.  While they effectively sanitize, the chemicals can be pretty harsh especially when it comes to electronics. I was […]

Huawei Watch GT 2e: Living Healthy During the Lockdown

While mindlessly scrolling on my Facebook feed, I read a post that says: “A lot of people have been asking for recommendations on what to watch during the lockdown.  I strongly recommend you watch your weight.”  While the post made me laugh, I also know that there’s so much truth to it.  Times are uncertain […]

Huawei Watch GT 2e Hands-On Review Philippines: Can Cheaper Be Better?

I got my hands on the Huawei Watch GT 2e. I first learned about it during the launch of the P40 series but wasn’t expecting to receive a unit because of the quarantine.  I was pleasantly surprised when it was delivered to my doorstep a couple of days ago.  Now, more than ever, I’ve been […]

Love Marie Collection by Cherry: Where Tech Meets Art

I’ve heard people say that it’s getting difficult to tell smartphones apart because the designs are starting to look similar. I must say this collection by Cherry Mobile is like nothing I’ve ever seen before. The Love Marie Collection, which includes a smartphone, a fitness watch, a powerbank and a bluetooth speaker, is a collaboration […]

The Coolest Tech from vivo at MWC 2019 Shanghai

Mobile World Congress, may it be in Barcelona or Shanghai, is the perfect time for tech brands to flex their muscles and show the world what they’ve got. I’m privileged to be here and to see everything for myself. Vivo was among the many booths that I visited and these are the 3 coolest tech […]

Giveaway Alert (Part 2)!

In case you missed our first giveaway for the Redmi Note 7, don’t worry, we’re on a spree and we’re now raffling off 2 smartphones – a Redmi 5 and a MI A1! To join, just do these things: 1) Subscribe to our YouTube channel (Unbox PH) and hit the notification bell while you’re at […]

Giveaway Alert!

In case you missed our video announcement, we are giving away a Redmi Note 7! To join, you have to do these 3 things: Subscribe to our YouTube channel (Unbox PH) Subscribe to Carlo Ople’s channel Leave a comment on the video with #UnboxPH We will draw the winner on June 16, 2019 (Father’s Day) […]

ASUSPRO B9440: The Lightest Business Notebook?

I was thrilled when ASUS got in touch to lend us the ASUSPRO B9440, just in time for my trip to Bangkok.  I am petite so I’m very particular when it comes to the weight of the devices I bring. The ASUSPRO did not disappoint. Great Travel Companion The laptop only weighs 1.05kg and it’s […]