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Microsoft warns against use of pirated software

Microsoft is criticizing Google as a lousy holiday shopping guide in its latest attempt to divert more traffic to its Bing search engine.

Software giant Microsoft has warned consumers of the dangers of purchasing counterfeit applications, citing a recent study showing that most programs sold through the “gray market” were pre-loaded with malicious software.

Posted: February 25th, 2013 in Apps and Softwares,Headlines,Latest Technology Stories | Read More »

New smartphones, tablets and Ultrabook™ convertibles to redefine mobile computing

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Intel Corporation executives has held a press conference to outline a plan to accelerate new mobile device experiences across the company’s growing portfolio of smartphone, tablet and Ultrabook™ offerings.

Posted: January 12th, 2013 in Gadgets,Latest Technology Stories | Read More »

Mobile postpaid redefined with ‘Freedom’ plan

Postpaid Freedom Plan

Filipino mobile users can now enjoy the benefits of a true postpaid plan without fear of overspending or long-term lock-ins as wireless leader, Smart, launches the Postpaid “Freedom” Plan.

Posted: September 21st, 2012 in Gadgets,Latest Technology Stories | Read More »

LG first quad-core smartphone now in PH

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LG Mobile’s first Quad-Core smartphone, the Optimus 4X HD, is now in the Philippines. Since its introduction at the Mobile World Congress in February this year, the retail availability of the Optimus 4X HD has been eagerly anticipated.

Posted: July 14th, 2012 in Gadgets,Latest Technology Stories | Read More »

Globe launches Samsung Galaxy S III; online pre-orders start May 23

Samsung Galaxy S III

Globe Telecom announced that it would be launching Samsung’s newest flagship smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S III, under its suite of fully-customizable postpaid plans bundled with unlimited mobile Internet.

Posted: May 19th, 2012 in Featured Gallery,Latest Technology Stories | Read More »

Joey De Venecia sues NTC, telcos

Jose "Joey" de Venecia III. INQUIRER/Niño Jesus Orbeta

Jose “Joey” de Venecia III is asking a Quezon City court to stop the National Telecommunications Commission and several telecommunications companies from charging more than 80 centavos for text messages.

Posted: May 17th, 2012 in Latest Technology Stories,Photos & Videos | Read More »

Bulacan students develop robot vs ‘botcha’ meat

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Is the meat you’re buying safe? Count on the “antibotcha” robot to be able to tell if that meat is a dirty cut.

Posted: April 24th, 2012 in Headlines,Latest Technology Stories | Read More »

Bank transactions made easy through Mobile Apps for smartphones

The country’s largest foreign bank recently unveiled a suite of Mobile Banking Applications for three platforms – Android, BlackBerry and iPhone. Citibank’s latest move enables both its credit card and bank clients to access their accounts and complete a range of banking transactions using their preferred smartphones.

Posted: March 20th, 2012 in Headlines,Latest Technology Stories | Read More »

Apple sells three million iPads on opening weekend

Apple employee hands off boxes of new iPads that went on sale for the first time around the world on March 16, 2012 in New York City. AFP

Apple announced on Monday that it sold three million of its new iPad tablet computers over the course of its first weekend on the market.

Posted: March 20th, 2012 in Headlines,Latest Technology Stories | Read More »

‘Mass Effect 3′ game fans campaign for new ending

The studio behind hit videogame “Mass Effect 3″ on Monday said fans who wanted a happier ending may get a slice of what they wish for, following an online campaign calling for changes.

Posted: March 20th, 2012 in Headlines,Latest Technology Stories | Read More »

A temptation netizens may not resist

A conference attendee handles Toshiba Ultrabook on display at the Intel booth at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center January 10, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada.  AFP File Photo

What would you do for an “Ultrabook” computer? This is the question Intel Corporation asks in Ultrabook™ Temptations, a series of six light-hearted experiments filmed in six cities across four countries and posted on YouTube Friday.

Posted: March 16th, 2012 in Headlines,Latest Technology Stories | Read More »

Australians first to get hands on new iPad

A screen projects a live feed of Apple CEO Tim Cook announcing the US launch of the Apple iPad 3, at an event in central London on March 7, 2012. Following the huge success of the two previous models, the iPad 3 builds on the developments with a faster processor and much higher screen resolution. AFP PHOTO / LEON NEAL

Hundreds of gadget lovers laid siege to Apple’s flagship Sydney store Friday to be the first in the world to get their hands on the new iPad as the company’s shares in New York spiked above US$600.

Posted: March 16th, 2012 in Latest Technology Stories | Read More »

Janine Gutierrez endorses MyPhone fashion series

Janine Gutierrez

MANILA, Philippines – Despite belonging to a family of showbiz legends that include Asia’s queen of song and the Superstar, Janine Gutierrez has managed to keep her feet firmly planted on the ground. “Hindi po ako sosyal [I'm not an elitist],” said Janine, grandchild of Pilita Corrales and Nora Aunor. The eldest child of Aunor’s [...]

Posted: March 14th, 2012 in Featured Gallery,Latest Technology Stories,Photos & Videos | Read More »

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