Getting an LG xboom Buds Now Sounds Like a Good Idea

Looks like the folks from LG heard your need for warm and balanced sound, so here they go releasing the new LG xboom Buds which you can pre order from March 26 to April 9th. Aside from the price of Php 3,490 which is super low from its SRP of Php 5,990, they're also throwing in a FREE 32 ounce Aquaflask if you pre order it during that period. That's a lot if you ask me.

The LG xboom Buds by the way has really good battery life. If you're a runner, take hours of downtime to listen to songs or a podcast, you can enjoy this for 10 hours long. Since you can charge it from the case, you can get over 20 hours too from that. This is also IPX4 water resistant so if you sweat a lot or might encounter the little drizzle on your jogging path, this thing can still work under those conditions.

You can pre order HERE if you would love to have one.

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!

UNBOXING: OPPO Enco Air2 Pro True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds

Having a dependable audio device these days is but a necessity especially when we're either at home or traveling to a destination. The call to work happens in the not so opportune times and we can't blame time management alone for that. Meetings, press conferences, I've been there, and as funny as it sounds, I usually have to get online to ask questions live on broadcast TV for that. Gone are the days of wired devices that doesn't do so much for the noise we get outside. Coffee shops, traffic, even barking dogs at home, we find ourselves in lots of disturbances when we're talking to people and can't do anything about it. That's where the OPPO Enco Air2 Pro True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds come in to play.

This very portable (it fits in my pocket), nicely shaped audio device has been making my life easier even if I'm in the restaurant having a cup of coffee, while it's crowded inside. It takes the noise out of the equation, much that it wouldn't be heard that much in meetings and conferences like what I did this week. The clear vocals was evident and I could transcribe speeches quite easily. Aside from that, even if it's raining outside I didn't quite worry because it's IP54 standard Dust and Water Resistant. As a casual gamer, I've used it for online games on my phone and see quite low latency, so no worries about delays of when you're in a tough round. It easily pairs too when once you've already established connection with it the first time. The controls are also easy to do as it just takes a few taps to control music or turn the noise cancelling feature on and off. The battery is also quite good because it lasts 28 hours, so a normal work schedule can be covered. It's also smart as it detects when it's on ear or not and pauses music when you're playing something on it. 

Here's a rundown on how we unboxed it this weekend:

If this rocks your boat, the OPPO Enco Air2 Pro is available in Shopee and other online stores. You can buy them HERE.

realme Launches realme C25, realme Buds Air 2 and realme Buds Air 2 Neo

Today is an awesome day to get you some really good things from realme. They've recently expanded their iot devices and never stopped coming out with the best phones. They have entry level and mid range ones that can battle the best of the best flagship phones from other brands. I personally am using the realme 6i to edit and shoot videos so I can really attest to it. Aside from that, they're going to launch 2 more audio devices. Let's start with a cool phone the realme C25, the lovely realme Buds Air 2 (which they worked with The Chainsmokers too) and the new realme Buds Neo for those who want to play all day.

Eason De Guzman of realme Philippines says "For more than a year, we are under quarantine and our brand has flourished still in the past few months. The past three weeks has been rough for all of us, but we still want to give our best for the community of realme smartphone users in the country. After launching the Narz 30 a couple weeks ago, and a few partnerships too. This is all for the community of realme and this support we get from them, we want to give our best for our consumers, to be part of this, to become the best lifestyle brand in the country. We are presenting to you the realme C25, realme Buds Air 2 and the realme Buds Air 2 Neo. We believe everyone will survive this pandemic, we are now offering affordable smartphones that will last long. We are also introducing two audio devices, one for music and one for general all day use. Despite of the challenges, we were able to do something creative, we are happy to do it despite being isolated at home. In the near future, we hope to see you all."

realme TechLife: realme C25

 

 

 

Your smartphone is not just a communicating device, the realme C25 is avaialble in Water Blue and Water Grey. It is patterned with the design of the C11 which is one of our best selling ones, it has a 48MP, more in our C series. A B and W lens, a main camera and a macro lens. This does slow mo, 1080P recording,Fast Focus, Chroma Boose, HDR and Portrait Mode. You need a smartphone that can take great photos, if you are selling products, doing business, this can do that. It has a 6.5 Large display, 3 card slots and good geometric design. This has a high quality battery, with a 6000mAh battery you can call for 43.17 calls, do 9 hours+ of Mobile Legends or 25 hours of YouTube. It has Multiple Battery Optimization, which can save you more power while using the device. This is also the first to have realme ui 2.0 out of the box which is based on Android 11 OS. There is a lot of personalization, seamless in use and has high quality parts. Despite being a young brand in the country, they assure to deliver smartphones that have been certified TUVRheinland, this is the world's first smartphone with a high reliability certification. It has been tested in different environments, drops, materials and tested with standards to make sure you get the best in class. This has flagship level durability. realme has 12 service centers nationwide and are continously growing. This is a good piece of hardware for work, school and everyday life.



realme Buds Air 2



The realme Buds Air 2 is upgraded all around from its predecessor. It looks premium, not easy to stain and doesn't slip easily when worn. It's available in Closer White and Closer Black. It has active noise cancellation of 25db. Your aircon, traffic, planes, it can do without that now with the Buds Air 2. Holding on your earphones 2-3 seconds can switch it to transparency mode so you can hear everything. This has an R2 chip that can do these things, so this realme Buds Air 2 is quite special. It can do 25 hours of playback and lower 88ms Super Low Latency. It is also based on the design they made previously like a pebble (Hermes) but this one is a bit longer I think.

realme Music Studio x The Chainsmokers

This is the handy work of the band with the brand. It uses 10mm diamond class hifi driver, so you can listen to high quality sound. Th device also has bass boost plus and dynamic mode so you can listen to podcasts and music differently. The Chainsmokers have tons of hits, they are one of the most respected DJ's in the world and realme feels they are the perfect pair.


realme Buds Air 2 Neo


The realme Buds Air 2 Neo has a different design. It has the same look as the realme Buds Q, comes in colors Calm Grey and Active Black. It has dual mic noise cancellation for calls like the realme Buds Air 2, it also has transparency mode if you need to. It also carries an R2 chip so it can do all those features. They also upgraded the battery life, this can last up to 28 hours of playtime (20 if anc is enabled). Both have intelligent touch controls on it and is IPX5 compliant. Now you have 2 options to level up your music experience, you can get sound quality that is premium without hurting your wallet. Everyone deserves Active Noise Cancelling feature, so they gave that on both models. Both devices are compatible with Google Fast Pair Service, so when I opened the BT of my realme 6i, it automatically suggested to connect to it. 

To get you going in your audio gear shopping, the realme Buds Air 2 costs Php3,990, but they've got a sale price on Shopee and free shipping happening tomorrow April 16, until April 18. The discounted price would be Php 2,990. I used it today and honestly, it's clear, the sound won't be the kind where its muffled which would be good if you're listening calls, playing games, or just about any audio junkie's favorite thing to do, listen to hours of music!

I really dig the realme Buds Air 2 which I got to try the whole week, here's our unboxing video for it, so enjoy!

Again, for those who would want to have noise off and have the realme Buds Air 2, go get them now on online stores for Php 3,990. It's got premium sound without breaking the bank! The realme C25 costs Php 7,490 but during the sale, it costs Php 5,990. Go get it early!

Unboxing the JOYROOM JR T04S Wireless Earbuds

This literally came at the right place, at the right time. 

For those who know how I work, I need about two powerbanks, two phones, my earphones and editing software so I could upload videos on YouTube. I also need this for listening to audio interviews so I could encode it as statements in my blog. Aside from that, I need ear phones to also use for listening music so I continue to get inspired to write. I also need it for gaming because we all know how important it is to hear footsteps in PubG, also the warnings on Mobile Legends. I have been using the wired earplug type for approximately two weeks when the unimaginable happened, the cord just went ballistic on me and suddenly looked like trash after being folded a couple of times in my bag. The wired earphones was expensive, but it didn't quite last long, I felt sad about it.

My option was to get the Apple Airpods, but when we talk about budget constraints, it just throws it out of the options. It costs an arm, and a leg, and the whole head. It was obvious,  I needed wireless earbuds, and I needed one fast. Dropped by the Digital Walker Store and found these JOYROOM JRT04S Wireless Earbuds for less the price. Heck, you could literally but several of these for one of the Airpods, so this for me was the more viable option. I wanted to be practical, but I was so surprised that with this, I didn't feel I was shortchanged.

The box contains the unit, the earphone charger and USB micro cable.

The actual earphones sits snug on the dock. It lights up when charging in and out of the container. I used it for several hours and lasted me the day after, before I had to charge it again. You'll hear a constant beeping sound in ear when it's about to run out of juice. Easy to know when to do it.

The earphone itself has a clicker on the side which functions like a home or play button. It can pause or play your track or video on YouTube, no need to do it on the phone at all. I loved that part so much I used it to play mobile games too!

The Selfie Lord had to do it LOL... it's very minimalist, light to carry around in your pants or even your bag.

It fits snugly on my ear, I have a huge one and it felt just right for me. I looked happy just abusing it with music all day!

I even ran around the house, cooked while it was attached, it didn't drop or stop connection even if I was a bit far from my phone. It uses Bluetooth connection so you can know how far it goes.

The audio from this one is not much concentrated on BASS, it had the type with real sound. I had it on full volume and I didn't get annoyed with the things I heard from it, this might be the coolest gadget I have to date. I should have bought one ages ago! I mean, why didn't I think of that right?

When you double click it, you can use it for SIRI functions. If you press it longer, it goes to the previous track on the left, the next one on the right. Like a kid in a candy shop I was already thinking about who to give this to during Christmas, I have tons of techie friends who would appreciate it. It also works on my other phone which runs on Android so it isn't just limited to my iPhone. I really love it, especially that it only costs Php 1,390. Digital Walker might run out of this thing in the next coming months, so if you're in the area, might as well get one fast! It is also available at OMG Feel Good Gadgets Store.

I'm enjoying it so much I have it with me all the time! So for my friends, you can ask me and if you're good, I'll let you try it. For everyone else,go get it in Digital Walker Stores nationwide!

The Outstanding PROMATE Quantum 20, Retro 2 and LinkMate Cable

Covering events all day for my blog means charging a few phones so I could get content, take photos, interview celebrities, personalities and record audio and write updates all day. Having a power bank and related accessories is not just a need, but is essential to what I've been doing in the last few years. One of my power banks went kaput a few months ago and bringing only one just doesn't cut it. It's hard to lose power during my evening events and I lived in constant fear of not getting an Uber ride home because of it. I needed a bigger, dependable power bank to replace the one gone and felt I needed to get a dependable one as soon as possible.

Heard of a new brand PROMATE which roots came from Dubai. Albeit a little heavy than my previous, it's understandable because it is twice the capacity. At 20,000 mAh, it would mean I would only need to charge the thing less times which is super convenient. I only leave the thing to charge a few minutes (I do it overnight) and I could use it for a few days rather than charging it every day which was a thing I did with other brands before this. Mind you I am a heavy data user, so my phones usually last half a day because I constantly upload files even when I'm in transit from one event to the other. The convenience I am experiencing now with the PROMATE Quantum 20 was the perfect power bank for my arsenal.

The PROMATE Quantum 20 is 20,000 mAh, has over charging protection so you don't have to worry about your gadgets, quite portable for it's capacity, available in 4 colors and can charge in two usb ports at the same time at ultra fast charging speeds.

The PROMATE Retro 2 on the other hand are good quality earphones. It's the type that gets you to hear the actual real sound better and doesn't delve much into the base which is good for me, keeps me up when working out. What does make me feel good about this is that it's tangle free, you can wrap it around your wrist when your running and make it as an accessory. Totally good for runners, going to the gym and just about any activity imaginable. It snaps together with a magnet so you don't have to worry if you have to do stuff, it latches on fine.

This is the PROMATE LinkMate Cable is a 2 in 1 Heavy Duty Fabric Sync and Charge Cable for iOS and Android Devices. I thought initially it was just a lightning cable but it turns out you can insert the same cable for Android devices as it should. Now I can carry one cable for all my phones so I can use the other while the other one is charging. Mind you these things are not expensive, totally nice to see how they've made third party accessories this great, I'd even prefer this than the original because it makes life simpler, and a lot of other people appreciate that. It’s tougher too!

The PROMATE Quantum 20 costs Php 2,495, the PROMATE Retro 2 costs Php 895 while the cable costs Php 450. You may purchase these products at Abacus, Electroworld, Abenson, Allhome, National Book Store, Workstation, PCiNet Computer, Digital Interface, Allworld, Perfect Shot, TCA DIGITAL SQUARE, The Loop by PMC, Denver's Computer Shoppe, Concept Computer, Vivocom Technologies, JARGONS COMPUTER, WILCON DEPOT, CUBED TECHNOLOGIES, LAZADA and SHOPEE.

If you're keen to see them in the flesh, here's an unboxing video which you have to love because I made it! LOL!

If you want to know more, go to Promate.PH or search PromatePhil on Facebook or follow @promatephil on IG. You have to wonder why some third party accessories are so better than the original one, they are proof of it. Oh and before I forget, they have an 18 month warranty on these devices, that's how confident they are.

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AUDIOFLY Lands at Digits Trading and Beyond the Box Stores

We traveled all the way to Makati City the other day to get the chance to get to know a new brand that's about to join the premium products that Digits Trading has to offer. They're called AUDIOFLY, an audio accessory brand whose expertise lie in building and designing headphones. They've lived up to the expectations of international artists and local musicians in Australia and they're bringing it to Philippine shores so we could experience more. I guess we deserve the best too.

Their philosophy in design tells a lot how they want the quality of their products to turn out. Even though they're sticking to classics, they don't bat an eyelash when it comes to pushing boundaries, to innovate and achieve superior detail when it comes to these devices. Vintage products is something that they wanted to get used to, something that has stood the test of time, durable and tested. This is included in their design process, they thought about different industries and produced tons of designs to find the right one. They wanted quality to be the prime reason YOU would buy an Audiofly.

The markets in Asia are the biggest and they're excited to have the presence at Digits Trading and Beyond the Box where this will be exclusively sold first. The musical experience in these devices have been done with professional musicians. It's based in Australia but they have been included in various expo's around the world because they know with Audiofly, every detail counts. 

This is ideal for public places as it also has sound isolation technology and just recently, local musicians and artists have also tried and tested the earphones and monitors on live gigs. It went pretty well and one of them said that you can totally zone out and concentrate on your songs. A young lady performed during the launch and we did see her enjoy the small run because she's got Audiofly on her ear. It's clear, crisp, every note has insane detail because this is what the brand stands for too, the ultimate clarity of music. 

The AF33 has a custom voiced dynamic driver, noise isolating silicon tips (for the ear plugs), you can also use it to make calls and control music with it.

The A45M has almost the same features with the exception of the custom voiced drivers, the AF33 uses 9mm while this one uses 11mm. This one uses Audioflex cables too, a tough one that could withstand everyday wear and tear.

The AF56 is one of their nicest in-ear earphones with a 13mm dynamic driver. It promises outstanding clarity, making every track you hear rich and detailed. This would be perfect for meticulous composers who plan to make more music.

The AF78 uses a combination of technologies, uses hybrid dual drivers. You'll get that sophisticated sound you're looking for in this set. It's got machined anodised alloy bezel with precision laser cut venting in the back for acoustic greatness, something you'll never find in designs other brands.

As for me, the AF45 is already sufficient for what I do at work. If I needed to arrange interviews and transcribe material, this would be fine. I also compose music and create melody for some of my friends. This is already professional grade so for that function alone, it's on a different league!

Audiofly is exclusively available in Digits Trading affiliated stores and Beyond the Box stores. You can take advantage of these high quality audio accessories that are affordable for what it's worth. A thing that's already tested by musicians, designed with them in mind says a lot for what Audiofly is capable of. Experience it in these stores today and try it on for size, you'll find what will fit your lifestyle!

For more information about their products:

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http://www.audiofly.com

Monster Headphones: For Serious Audio Junkies!

Monster, a name attached to some of the most famous sets of audiowear here and elsewhere in the world. As the stalwart of audio cable design, Monster has brought sound engineering to a whole new level. Quality has been very good that almost everyone in the US and other countries have patronized only one brand when it comes to audio technology.

We were so lucky to have been invited to this momentous occasion. They've been launching their new line all over Asia and the last leg is happening in the Philippines, so it was a treat to see what they've got in store for all of us that evening. I even saw some pretty neat pieces they displayed at posh nightspot Opus Lounge, Resorts World Manila.

Had my eyes on this one, yellow ear phones. It's actually part of a line design inspired by the man himself Lance Armstrong. It had Livestrong on it. Who wouldn't be loving this anyway, its a pretty one right? But what make it special is that its designed for athletes and sports activities.

 

It's waterproof, handy and quite easy to carry around. The wires are phenomenal, designed to meet the demands of the activity and quality wise its the best audio accessory I've seen in quite a while! They had ones which they even used while swimming so imagine that! They call it iSport and I love it!

Something like Cuteness Overload on this particular piece which is part of their Harajuku inspired series. For ladies and cute girls who want to have that Japanese pop look everyone adores, this is perfect!

Probably one of the most well designed pieces I've seen in the place was this, they call it Diamond Tears. Aesthetically and technically superior than your run of the mill headphones, this just is something you can call precision in all aspects. A lot of stars are wearing this, I wouldn't be surprised!

Imagine a fusion between something hardcore fashionable and better in audio. This is actually a piece designed by Diesel and the headphones is just gorgeous! I want to have this so bad I'll probably have to sleep on it for now. It's love, personality, rage in one piece. It's pretty neat!

Pure Monster, its something extraordinary because it doesn't follow the norm. The headset itself boasts of not just the ordinary round ones but follows a triangle design. This is called DNA. People go gaga for it! It's something they want you to experience as they promise every beat, every detail. Who's not going to be excited about that!?

Designed for the executive who wants nothing more but serious sound technology this is what they call the Inspiration. This one has pretty good noise cancellation technology and lives for the high end loving audiophiles. Seriously this is amazing.

Managing Director for Asia Pacific Region Robert Fong was so proud to introduce to us these new line of headphones, headsets, earphones and earplugs. He's been out of the country most of the time to let everyone know about the success of this brand. Monster makes great headphones, not just cables. They want to make a revolution and that is the reason why they made launches across Asia and other cities. Through a video presentation they showed tour highlights across the globe and we were quite impressed about celebrities and personalities who joined too. Monster knows the market, the young trendy lifestyle, some who love Harajuku style "super kawaii" models, some who want n-ergy, n-tune, n-pulse models. , some who wants models for the business professional, some who want luxury, some who love different colors and different shapes, some who love sports, serious audiophiles and music enthusiasts, and some who prefer diamond tears, that also comes in black gold and pink. He also says the collaboration with diesel was but overdue, they have headphones that make set inspiration for businessmen and travelers, he listens and provides models also for gaming. Whoever doesn't know MONSTER now will be those who just live under a rock. We know that now first hand!

They were in the mood to show more who can wear them, so a Fashion Show ensued!

Congratulations everyone! Congratulations to Mr. Benjie Martinez and Mr. Fong and everyone at Monster! You have outdone yourselves this time! I can't wait to have one of my own soon!

For more information about their products

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http://www.monstercable.com
http://www.monstercable.com/headphones/