I Made "GUINNESS World Records" With HONOR X9c 5G

It must have been a really logistical nightmare for HONOR Philippines to do this in the morning of January 6th in Makati City. With Honor community members, executives, influencers and media, they started to plan and do this world record attempt of having “The Most People Performing a Mobile Phone Drop Test Simultaneously” a reality, not just for the brand, but for the Philippines.

For those who don't know, Guinness is the authority in record breaking facts and achievements. They flew in an actual adjudicator just for this occasion,  to prove that the HONOR X9c 5G would withstand a drop test, but do it with 250 people, doing it at the same time. 

We had runs, but on the actual drop test, we needed to do it right because otherwise, Guinness wouldn't certify it. They were so strict and had people look at us from left to right, front to back. When the attempt was made, they had the adjudication process done, audited everything from the people who successfully did it and those who didn't made the cut, wouldn't be counted at all. 

In the end, the official tally was 265 and was certified by the adjudicator in front of the stage. We now officially hold the record of “The Most People Performing a Mobile Phone Drop Test Simultaneously”, this is for HONOR, for the Philippines and the world!

This is just the start, because to tell you more, the phone we used hasn't been launched yet. Though it will be officially done this coming January 10th (today). Make sure you follow HONOR Philippines channels because it will be grand, and there will be artists performing on stage to celebrate this big win. From Itchyworms, PPOP bands 1st.One and Kaia, plus more later today.

HONOR and Shopee Makes it Easier to Own an Honor Pad X8a This 10.10

The newest member of the Honor pad series, the new HONOR Pad X8a was just launched in an exclusive Shopee sale at the Podium's well loved Cantonese restaurant Shanghai Saloon.

This is really made for students, especially for the Christmas season if their parents or well loved Tito's and Tita's are thinking of a gift during these times. It's going to be part of the 10.10 sale which is tomorrow as of this writing.

Digital Marketing Manager Eason De Guzman says "This is our most affordable tablet, 11 inch at this price point, 8,300mAh battery, Metal build, Magic OS8, you can use this on landscape and portrait. You can create content, do outdoors, immersive screen (full HD), and promises more time to enjoy in a tablet. It's also equipped with a powerful snapdragon processor, apps for school and stylus use is easy. Our Magic OS8 can do multitasking, making you maximize with other Honor devices paired with it. SRP is 7,999 in the market. Since we have Shopee, you can get it in a better price."

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Erin Tagudin Head of Shopee Corporate Affairs says "Like Honor, we have our best offers in Shopee. During the upcoming 10.10 grand festival, we have this at 1000 pesos off, which means you can get this at Php 6,999. You can also use SPayLater at 0 percent, and first 100 customers will get a free stylus pen only this 10.10. We also have this with FREE delivery guarantee else get 50 peso voucher. Make sure you check out HONOR and your favorite brands at the Shopee Mall this 10.10, only authentic else we pay you 3x the amount."

With these assurances, low price, battery life, quality of hardware, plus a chance to get a stylus for the first 100, it's time to head on to the official HONOR Shopee store and get that Honor Pad X8a. You can save a lot, get one of the best tablets in the market where you can watch endless shows, be productive and enjoy life. Needless to say, I like what I saw there!

12.12 Steals, Deals and Everything Between at Shopee

I know it's almost 12, but can't just stand around and do nothing. So the best thing to do is give you a few things you could consider getting from Shopee. There's tons of things around, but since I've attended their event a few days ago, I've come to a conclusion that there's no escaping the deals and steals they have, so just give in and shop. Let's go and click the links to the actual product on the app!

TECNO SPARK 20

 

This is the upgraded version of the previous SPARK series, but made affordable. It regularly is priced Php 5,599, pretty good hardware for gaming. So if your boyfriend, brother, husband needs on this holidays, this is the time to get it. They also have the Spark 20 Pro out before the year ends, so if not the Spark 20, get the other one instead.

SONY ZV 1

If you're looking to up your vlogging game, one of the most loved brands of cameras actually come from SONY. This ZV-1 has a 20.1 Megapixel 1 inch type sensor, real time tracking, eye auto focus, a bokeh switch (so you are not lens dependent), a directional mic with wind screen so you don't need that furry cover for it. This also supports 4K, comes with a 64GB SD card which is already good, but you always can have more to save those precious moments on travels and adventures. Costs around 40 ish, dependent on the accessories you include it with.

HONOR Smartphones 

HONOR has several phones on sale this 12.12. Some products will also be 50 percent OFF which is really huge if you're out to get a phone. The HONOR X9a 5G is one that I use, and quite abuse, but it's one of the toughest phones I've ever had and I've used it for coverages and interviews. I could say this is much for the clumsy ones, I admit, I've dropped it a few times and it didn't get dent or damaged whatsoever. I've seen this be run over by a car during the launch (as I was there) and it's a pretty tough cookie. The HONOR 90 on the other hand is good for photos, if you're much into that in your socials, it would be better to get that instead.

REALME 11

Their best phone currently is the Realme 11. It's very pretty colorwise, has ample screen resolution, high screen to body ratio, bright and tough with a Corning Gorilla Glass 5. You can get 8GB RAM with it, and they're running a promo when the clock strikes 12 on 12.12. I would suggest you get this if you're more into video. You can also do a bit of gaming with it with ease, I've had an older model that still works but I suggest you don't drop it as much because glass is glass. They also give freebies, so check their offers if they have them on special dates.

 POCO F5

Meet the POCO F5. This is an 8GB phone with a 256GB internal storage. It also comes in a 12GB, 256GB version too plus a 1 year warranty. That's how confident they are with the product. It's got a Snapdragon 7 Gen 2 processor and a 120Hz Flow AMOLED so you won't get lags on your heavy games. Yes, it's definitely the one to look out for if you're into playing all day long because the technology it employs on RAM is quite different, uses fast flash memory. The back camera is powerful too when zoomed in, image quality is quite sufficient. It also employs dual stabilization tech so those videos you take won't get you dizzy. It has propreitary film filters for a more vintage look on photos. It looks and feels slim too with the bezel design and the colors on display is phenomenal. They also deliver fast than usual, so go give it a try if you're looking for something that could do your games. At 44 percent off just on this date, this would really make a good buy.

JBL PARTYBOX

 

Best gift for audiophiles, or people who just enjoy music. Take the enjoyment up a notch and make it a full blown party with the JBL Partybox 310 which is a portable party speaker. This would be the perfect hardware for your next Karaoke parties that could host even a community. If you're not keen on always renting out sound system (which are a bit expensive these days), JBL has these Party Box products that has mic and guitar ports so you can do music, connect to bluetooth, and have huge battery life. They also have a the JBL Soundgear Sense which is best for those who want private time, with the best sound quality as only JBL can. Imagine the fun you'll have with this in your Christmas parties, or anywhere, because you can bring the party anytime, anywhere with JBL! 

And if that's not enough, the JBL Barkada Travel Tunes promo is on. If you get their products (min. 3000), you get raffle entries that entitle you to win travel packages for 4 people to Tokyo, Japan, Seoul, Korea, El Nido in Palawan, or Siargao down south. Go get them at JBL concept stores nationwide or then send your valid proof of purchase at jblchirstmaspromo.com. Details for the promo are also on the site. Aside from that, they've got JBL Soundfest happening on the 15th, with artists Al James, Tigerlily, Adie, Horizon, Kamikazee and Parokya ni Edgar.

I have already posted the links on top of the photos, if you're raring to shop this 12.12 season on Shopee, you better add to cart as early as now. In a few hours, it's going to make you sweat, so give in to these steals and deals this Christmas season!

Honor Magic5 Pro Set to be Released June 8th in the Philippines

Looks like HONOR is bringing their A game to the Philippines this coming June 8th. It's their Honor Magic5 Pro, their current best in class flagship smartphone.

Stephen Cheng, the Honor Philippines VP dubs this as something that could depict something magical, unmatched in design, display, photography and performance. With really good bezels, triple camera design, plus a huge 5100mAh battery that can last all throughout the day, it's going to be hard to match it in a lot of areas.

They call it Falcon Triple Camera System which includes a 50 MP wide camera, 50MP Ultra Wide lens, plus 50MP Periscope Telephoto lens, with added multi spectrum color sensor and AI Motion Sense which puts them ahead of the pack in the latest DXOMARK Smartphone Camera Rankings released during the 1st Quarter of 2023. It also has an IMAX Movie Master that takes cinematic videos like no other, those short films would be easy to do if you're a videography freak.

Again, it will be launched this June 8, 7PM at the Honor Philippines FB page, visit https://fb.me/e/T11UD2VR on the time mentioned and stand to win phones during the stream. Follow their social channels if you're interested. It's going to be magical!

Affordable HONOR X8a Packs 100 Megapixels

We came out to sea just to get a glimpse of HONOR's newest phone, the HONOR X8a. The device is the latest, most affordable 100MP camera equipped smartphone from the brand which boasts DSLR like photos in a 6.7 inch display which folks can use in usual work, leisure or entertainment. Here's a short video about the short trip we had in Manila bay that afternoon and a few shots I did on board the yacht.

The device also was light, thin, and doesn't need much effort to like. So for those worried about the price, don't fret because it only costs Php 10,990 and they're giving HONOR Earbuds worth Php 1,590, a steal especially since you would need that in transportation, a coffee shop or those instances you need to be an introvert,yay!

But good thing, we had so much time to take photos during sunset. I really appreciated my shots so here!

The breeze, the salty air, didn't bother us at all. It was fun to be amongst media peers, thanks to the lovely people from HONOR who did a lot of work to make that event happen. It was amazing! Congratulations on launch of the new HONOR X8a! Had so much fun there!

HONOR Launches X7a and MagicBook X Series

Two things were launched at the HONOR event yesterday, an addition to their phone models the HONOR X7a and a new laptop series called MagicBook X, and they came to impress with their new products.

The X7a has a really long lasting battery (almost powerbank like with it's 6000mAh capacity), boasting of 3 days of power for a single full charge. The main camera is a 50MP Ultra clear Quad system plus it's got a lot of storage at 128 GB. The display is 6.74 inch, so those video and games would be nice to see on it. Currently, it's priced at Php 7,990 and has a Php 1,590 worth of HONOR earbuds given for free. Pretty good deal til the 28th!

The new MagicBook X series comes in 2 models, the X 14 and the X 15. It is designed for school, work and play. It utilizes 11th generation of Intel Core processors that can pretty much take on heavy work you need to do on it. It is also lightweight, so if you're the type to travel around locally or internationally it won't be too much to carry around on your backpack. It can last up to 9.9 hours of regular use with its 56Wh batteries. It won't be too hot too because they were able to stick a supersized cooling fan on it which dissipates heat. There are lots of other features for ease of moving files if you're editing most of it from different devices. The X 14 comes in the i5-1135G7 and i3-1115G4 version, price stands at Php 27,990 and has a free backpack and speaker packaged with it. This is only til the 28th though, so head on to HONOR kiosks if you're interested in getting one.

The HONOR MagicBook X 15 though costs Php 37,990, and comes in a i5-1135G7 and i3-1115G4 version. A little heavier at 1.56kg and wider display at 87% screen to body ratio, and would be useful on intimate presentations. You may visit HONOR's official website and social channels if you wish to see the complete specs. They are also offereing freebies til the end of the month. They also announced the re-supply of the X9a 5G which got sold out a few months back. 

Congrats HONOR Philippines!

HONOR Comes Back with Flagship Phones and Lifestyle Devices

Spent a couple of hours at the event of HONOR, the smartphone brand making a comeback to the Philippine market which happened last September 27th. I still have my old Honor phone from a couple years back and it still works, which means they've rather impressed me already with the quality of phones they manufactured (specifically HONOR 6).

This comeback has been met with excitement as they're  releasing a couple flagship devices promising magic among other things.

It's a phone that can take sharp images, with actual Google Mobile Service wherein you can have a lot of apps you can use for socials, games, photos and videos. It's called HONOR Magic4 Pro and is packed with a powerful Snapdragon processor, several camera features, wireless charging and lengthy battery life. Aside from this flagship phone, they also released three mid range smartphones called HONOR X7, X8, and X9. Set in different price ranges, it still gets a lot of features that people can use to connect, nice displays and power up fast when charging.

For the health and fashionably conscious, HONOR has got these for you!

HONOR also released two products, a smartband and a smartwatch called HONOR Band 6 and the HONOR GS3. The band needs to connect to a phone with an HONOR app to work and make changes. Pretty descently priced compared to its competitors here in the Philippines. The band can last up to 2 weeks without charging, whic is so good if you're the type that monitors health stats or if you're into sports. The HONOR GS3 on the other hand is more for a fashion statement and a lifestyle piece. If you're into music, alarms, flashlight, weather monitoring, sms messaging, or even answering calls, pretty lovely to see working if you are into organizing.

Stephen Cheng, Honor's VP for Marketing says "We are back and we all know we are now a stand alone company. We are happy to announce we have 16.7 percent market share and number one in China. Our plants are all digital, ready to take on the Philippines. We know people rely with Google for automation and how other important apps also connect with it. Thank you for your continued support and we're raring to get to the top spot in the Philippine market."

Honor Magic 4 Pro costs Php 52,990 with Free Honor Watch GS3, the Honor X8 is Php 12,919 with Free Honor Band 6, Honor X7 costs Php 9,990 while the X9 stands at 13,990. It's available now on Lazada through their official store. They also have authorized dealers around the country, stay tuned for updates on their social channels.

They have plans to also launch a phone specifically made for vlogging and editing automatically. They will also have something for the more affordable line plus a rumored tablet so stay tuned for that in the coming months. They will be a little saturated and if we've got choices, that's a good thing!

HONOR Comes Back with Dual Flagship Plans in EU and PH Regions

Their testing lab, devices, Tony Rahn (left) and CEO George Zhao

Looks like smartphone brand HONOR is making a huge comeback in the Philippines. 

In previous weeks, they announced 2 devices at IFA (Internationale Funkausstellung) which is EU's largest tech event. During the brand's keynote speech, CEO George Zhao puts importance on device interoperability. If you're using a smartphone, tablet, PC or wearables, you'll get a solution from them which includes HONOR Smart Life products too.

He says "Honor is committed to have products that are designed to empower you, and go beyond your potential and give you the freedom to do more."

Recent information states they will have dual flagship devices, but what was released is the Honor 70, Honor Pad 8, MagicBook 14.

They also reiterated plans in the near future for the Philippines, the EU region and how they will do a connected future during the IFA 2022. These are exciting times especially for those expecting handsets that are capable of having Google Play services, something they couldn't do with their mother brand.

Honor 6 Plus Out On May 7th

This just in. It looks like my favorite Android phone ever is coming out with another addition to their family. Say hello to the Honor 6 Plus. They've been making great phones with cameras these days and I'm still using my Honor 6 for that. They will still continue to do so with this one and they'll even match the front camera specs with it too, making this one of the few phones in the world to have an 8 Megapixel front and back camera. They'll be releasing this on May 7th in popular online shopping site Lazada. Lazada will be the exclusive seller of this phone all throughout that week before it comes out in stores come May 14, 2015. Prices start at Php 17,490.

People have been talking about this since December because of the supposed Dual Rear Camera (which they made a reality), Kirin 925 1.8GHz octa core processor, and 3GB RAM. Aside from that, the phone has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD 1920×1080 pixels display at 401 ppi so you can only expect even richer quality photos and videos when it comes out soon. This also has a Mali T628 MP4 GPU, 3GB RAM, 32GB internal storage and capacity to carry a 64GB micro SD card so you won't really run out of space for those movies and music you want to enjoy all day. It's also dual sim, dual LTE, but of course it would be so nice to have you on Smart as that's the country's biggest network! It also runs on Android 4.4.4 Kitkat OS, and has got a 3,600mAh Lithium Ion battery that can last you the whole day or even more if you're not going to use that much draining apps too. Remember, you can get these gorgeous phones only on Lazada come May 7. Store release would be a week after, so if you want to get first dibs you know where to get it!

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