With Netflix being more affordable recently, people have more reasons to enjoy binge watching wherever they go–be it through their TVs or even through their phones. Speaking of the latter, a number of 2023 mid-range phones in the Philippines have features that make them great for watching Netflix on the go–especially with how display technology […]
With flagship phones becoming more expensive than ever–as expensive as the latest iPhones in some cases–brands have been beefing up their under Php 30k segment with flagship killer (or upper mid-range) offerings. This price segment is great for those who are after good camera performance that’s certified by DxOMark, or those looking for a great […]
Aside from gaming, most Filipinos use their phones as their main camera for documenting moments. That being said, those who prioritize content creation want a phone that boasts a great set of cameras. At the under Php 20k price point, there are a number of camera phones in the Philippines that you should consider, and […]
With MediaTek having a strong mid-range processor with the Dimensity 8100, the Taiwanese chipmaker released a new alternative with the Dimensity 7200. The vivo V27 is the first phone to use this new processor, and we investigate in this performance test how good is the Dimensity 7200 compared to the competition. Specs overview The Dimensity […]
One of the things people look for in a phone is good battery life. Yes, we’re talking more than just having a big battery capacity–factors like software optimization and processor used do play a crucial role in determining how long can a phone last you in a day (or two). While the average battery life […]
MediaTek’s higher-end Dimensity chips have been a popular choice for phone brands as they offer great performance as compared to their Snapdragon equivalent chips. The Dimensity 8100 and 8200 are excellent chips for upper mid-range phones, and MediaTek follows that up with the Dimensity 7200 for mainstream mid-range phones. The new mid-range chip uses a […]
Review verdict: Aside from quality of life upgrades, the vivo V40 makes ZEISS more accessible to consumers, making it a midrange device great for taking portraits in the Philippines. Pros Stereo speakers and IP68 rating at last Impressive battery life Decent suite of ZEISS features Ultra-wide camera can finally shoot 4K video Cons No telephoto […]
As we approach the end of 2023, it is evident that there was a diverse range of phone launches that catered to consumers across all segments, from entry-level to premium flagship devices. Several brands have already started providing a sneak peek of what to expect from their 2024 lineup, and the outlook appears promising. As […]
While we know that the V29 is arriving in the Philippines with a Php 25k starting price, vivo Philippines is also bringing over the more affordable V29e as well. We saw the V29e recently at a vivo event, and it’s different from the Indian version as the one in the Philippines has flat frame sides, […]
If you have noticed recent releases from the mid-range segment, many of these offerings have dropped the ultra-wide camera and went for either one or two 2-megapixel cameras–which we despise because these cameras are filler at best. As much as we don’t like this trend of removing ultra-wide cameras in a mid-range phone, we researched […]
The under Php 20k segment remains to be a lucrative one in the Philippines because it is the ideal budget for most Filipinos when looking for a new smartphone. There are a number of options for this price point, and we pick our most recommended ones for Q1 2023. Here are our top picks for […]
HONOR confirms that it will unveil the Magic5 series–and make the Magic Vs official globally–at MWC 2023. With MWC 2023 happening in a few weeks’ time, HONOR has confirmed that the Magic5 series and the Magic Vs foldable will have a global unveiling on February 27. This follows after a cheeky teaser taking jabs at […]