Xiaomi Redmi 2 to be Available in the Philippines for ₱5,999

After the successor of Xiaomi’s Redmi 1S, MI Philippines has just announced that they will carry its brother in the country    the Redmi 2.

The Xiaomi Redmi 2 features 64-bit quad core Snapdragon 410 processor with 1GB of RAM, 8GB internal storage and 4G LTE connectivity for ₱5,999.

Xiaomi Redmi 2 Specs

4.7-Inch HD IPS Display (720 x 1280 Pixels, 312 ppi)
Scratch Resistant Corning Gorilla Glass
Android 4.4 Kitkat OS with MIUI 6
Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916 Chipset
1.2GHz Quad Core 64-bit Cortex-A53 CPU
Adreno 306 GPU
8GB Internal Storage
Expandable Up to 32GB via MicroSD
8 Megapixel Autofocus Main Camera with BSI and LED Flash
2 Megapixel Front Camera
Dual SIM (Dual 4G)
4G LTE, 3G HSPA+, 2G EDGE and GPRS Networks
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Hotspot
Wireless Display
Bluetooth 4.0
GPS with A-GPS and GLONASS
USB OTG Support
2,200mAh Li-Po Battery
Quick charge 1.0 Support

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Oppo A31: 4.5" Quad-Core Smartphone with 4G LTE Connectivity

Oppo has just revealed a budget friendly android smartphone that features LTE connectivity, metal chassis and a dual-glass design, meet the Oppo A31!

The device packs 4.5 inch display, powered by a quadcore Snapdragon 410 processor from Qualcomm and 1GB of RAM. It also equipped with 8 megapixel BSI rear camera and 5 megapixel on front. The photos will be then save to its 8GB onboard storage that expandable up to 128GB via micro SD card.

Oppo A31 specs:

4.5-inch (480 x 854) IPS display, 218ppi
Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 quad-core CPU
1GB RAM
8GB internal storage
up to 128GB via microSD
8MP BSI rear camera w/ flash
5MP front camera
Dual-SIM (micro + nano), Dual-Standby
4G TD-LTE, 3G TD-SCDMA
WiFi
Bluetooth 4.0
GPS
USB OTG
Android 4.4 KitKat w/ Color OS 2.0
2,000mAh battery

The Oppo A31 will be available in China this month for only 999 Yuan or ₱7,200 when converted.
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Torque released the Droidz Punch LTE

Torque Mobile has just announced its newest android smartphone that features 4G LTE connectivity and powered by quadcore Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor. Meet the Torque Droidz Punch LTE!

Torque Droidz Punch LTE Specs

5-Inch HD IPS Display (720 x 1280 Pixels, 294 ppi)
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 Chipset
1.4GHz Quad Core ARM Cortex-A53 CPU
Adreno 306 GPU
1GB of RAM
8.0 Megapixel Autofocus Main Camera with LED Flash
5.0 Megapixel Front Camera
8GB Internal Storage
Expandable via MicroSD
Dual SIM/Dual Standby
4G LTE, 3G HSPA+, 2G EDGE and GPRS Networks
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0
GPS with A-GPS
FM Radio
Android 4.4 Kitkat OS
Price: ₱6,399

Lenovo A1900 is a $60 Smartphone

Lenovo will offer a new smartphone for only $60. This device features 4-inch IPS display with quadcore processor, MAli-400 GPU, 512 MB of RAM and 4GB internal storage. Meet the Lenovo A1900!

Lenovo A1900 Specs

4-inch IPS display @ 800 x 480 resolution, 233 ppi
1.2GHz Spreadtrum SC7730 quad-core processor
Mali-400 GPU
512MB RAM
4GB storage
expandable with microSD
GPS
Wi-Fi
3G
FM radio
1500mAh battery
121 x 62 x 9.5mm (dimensions)
117g (weight)

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Smart Bro LTE Pocket Wifi and LTE Plug-It are Now on Sale

Smart Communications, Inc. announced that they will cut the price of their Smart Bro LTE Pocket Wifi and LTE Plug-It devices. Aside from discounts, the two internet broadband devices comes with free Facebook and Twitter feed and free 7-day unlimited LTE surfing.

From it's original price of ₱4,888, the Smart Bro LTE Pocket Wifi is now ₱3,888    you save ₱1,000. While the Smart Bro LTE Plug-It is now ₱2,495 from its original price of ₱3,888, it means you save ₱1,393.

If you want to purchase a discounted LTE devices, just go to http://store.smart.com.ph/.

NBI Clearance Online: How to Apply?

NBI Clearance is one of the important document when you are applying for a job, going abroad (OFW/Tourist) or getting Visa. Learn how to apply for NBI Clearance Online.

Online Registration Vs. Old Registration

Old Registration have 6 steps: Fill-up Form > Data Check > Payment > Encoding > Data Entry > Photo & Fingerprint Capture > Clearance Printing.

while Online Registration has only 3 steps: Online Registration, Appointment and e-Payment > Photo & Fingerprint Capture > Clearance Printing.

The online registration is more faster than the old registration.

How to Apply for NBI Clearance Online?

1. Go to NBI official website clearance.nbi.gov.ph and fill out the form on the right side with your name, gender, civil status, birthday, valid email address and password.

2. Accept the "Terms of Services' and click Sign Up.

3. You will be redirect on a new form were you must fill out the application form completely, then click "Save Information" button.
4. After saving, the details you entered will be shown to you to review. If you found errors, you can simply click the "Edit Information". But if everything are correct, click on the "Apply for Clearance".

5. A pop up window will occur which asked you if what type of application you want. (NEW for new applicants and RENEW for those who have secured a 2014 NBI clearance certificates). If you choose NEW,  enter your presented ID (SSS/TIN) but if you choose RENEW, enter your NBI ID number found on your old NBI clearance certificate. Click the I Agree button. 

6. After clicking I Agree, you will be informed of an Important Reminder. Click "Okay".

7. You can now set an appointment to the NBI (Date, Time, NBI Centers). Choose the purpose of your NBI Clearance to calculate the payment.

8. Choose your payment option like Banks (Over the counter), Banks (Online), Mobile Payment and Bayad Center. Upon choosing and completing the payment details you will be notified of the following:

9.  Verify the status of your application by clicking on the "Transaction" button found at the left side of the panel. Check your email for payment confirmation or click on "Confirm Payment" which found at the Status column of the Transactions window.

10. You are now done and ready to appear on your preferred appointment schedule. Bring 2 valid ID’s and Printed NBI clearance application with reference code.

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