2013 Google Nexus 7 Review: Best Android Tablet To Date (Period)

The Android Tablet to Beat Each time we get an Android tablet to review here at Unbox there’s always a feeling of dread since we’ve never really had a good experience with them ever since the first models entered the market. Recently though things have started to pick up. The last two Android tablets we […]

Tonight on the Unbox Podcast: Donnalyn Bartolome and Kim Lato (Kimstore)

The Unbox Podcast returns tonight and to kick off season 3 we’re having two lovely and techie ladies gracing the show. First up we have Starmobile’s endorser and TVC talent, YouTube sensation Donnalyn Bartolome (pictured above). Donnalyn played the role of “Starla” in the new Starmobile TVC which you can watch below. Starmobile TVC For […]

Krusell White Metal ColorCover for the HTC One

Krusell Premium Case for your HTC One Krusell is a swedish company that specializes in cases and accessories for smartphones. They have a lot of really good products for the Sony Xperia line. Fortunately for HTC fans they now have the same line-up of cases for the all-metal HTC One. We were able to get […]

[Editorial] Can local branded smartphones sell well if priced beyond Php13,000?

Will local smartphone flagships fly with prices past Php13,000? Local smartphone brands are gearing up for the release of their Q3-Q4 offerings and it looks like most of them will be launching quad-core 5-inch HD smartphones with 12-megapixel shooters. Their devices will be slim, lightweight, and definitely technological beauties. The biggest question people are asking […]

ibattz Mobile Battstation Tough Pro 12,000mAh Portable Charger Review

Do you keep running out of battery? The biggest problems with smartphones (most gadgets actually…) is the battery life. Most of the time the day isn’t over yet and you’re already running out of juice especially if you’re a heavy user. That’s why we believe that having a back-up portable charger is essential if you […]

How gadget shops try To dupe Consumers during mall sales

That moment where we imagined ourselves firing a bazooka at the salesperson Earlier today we went around SM Megamall Cyberzone to check out what gadget shops were offering for the 3-Day Mega Sale. While some stores were offering legitimate promotions, majority of them were just flat out lying. One international mobile manufacturer brand was selling […]

[MWC 2013] ASUS Padfone Infinity Hands-on and Initial Impressions

ASUS Padfone Infinity: Massive Power in an Elegant Package If you’re a regular reader of Unbox then you should know that we’re big fans of the ASUS Padfone 2. We liked it so much that we went as far as saying that it was one of the best Android devices we’ve ever used. That’s why […]

Smart announces LTE Plan 1299 with 5GB of Data

Smart LTE Plan 1299 Smart just announced on their website the most affordable LTE plan to hit the market – Smart LTE Plan 1299. Plan 1299, just like Plan 1799 and Plan 3500, has speeds of up to 42Mbps and comes with a free LTE USB Modem (worth Php8,000). You have the option of going […]

Podcast Ep. 6: Cherry Mobile Blaze, Starmobile Crystal, Cloudfone Thrill 430x, atbp!

Unbox Video Podcast Features Smash Hit Holiday Smartphones The Unbox Video Podcast is BACK! For our pilot episode for 2013 we have a lot of catching up to do. A lot of new phones were launched during the holidays and we’ve got most of them for you guys in this lightning review episode. Check out […]

Podcast Episode 4: Everything iPhone 5 and a Preview of the Google Nexus 4

Why You Should Watch this Episode: The latest episode of the Unbox Video Podcast is now up on YouTube and iTunes! Here are the reasons why you guys should watch this one: Comprehensive review of the iPhone 5! What are the differences with the iPhone 4S? How good is the camera? Is the A6 Chip’s […]

5 Alternatives to the iPhone 5

5 Alternatives to the iPhone 5 If you’re not liking the iPhone 5 and you’re in the market for a high-end smartphone, you actually have several good options available here in the Philippines. These devices are all awesome and offer great value for your money so you might want to take a look at them. […]

Smart announces availability of first LTE smartphones in the Philippines

Smart Announces the availability of LTE powered Sony Xperia V and ZTE T82 Smart just announced the availability of their first two LTE-capable and ready smartphones, the Sony Xperia V and the ZTE T82. These two smartphones can connect already to the 4G/LTE network of Smart when they get released on December 21. This is […]