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realme Philippines, the two-year consecutive champion according to Canalys and IDC sell-in reports published 2021 & 2022, officially announces that the much-awaited realme C55 will be arriving to the local market. Make sure to block off your calendars because the launch of this latest addition to the C-Series lineup is set on April 18 at 6PM via a livestream on realme’s official Facebook and TikTok pages. By introducing the realme C55, the brand once again disrupts the entry-level smartphone market with fresh-looking unique designs made available to Filipinos. The realme C55 is the first globally mass-produced Android smartphone to feature the Mini Capsule.

“Here at realme, we make it a priority to stay committed with our mission to deliver segment-leading features in camera, storage, charging and design. The realme C55’s Mini Capsule is a testament that an elevated yet holistic mobile experience is possible even at an entry-level price point,” says Jane Yan, VP for Marketing.

realme C55: The Stylish Champion

The realme C55 is positioned as the champion of the segment as it brings in strategic upgrades to the C-Series that go beyond expectations, aiming to level up the user experience. realme is making a bold breakthrough by introducing Android’s first Mini Capsule. This feature is wrapped around the punch-hole of the selfie camera cutout, expanding animation formed into a capsule to help track Charging and Battery Status, Data Cap Usage as well as Step Tracking.

In addition, the realme C55 is the thinnest C-Series phone up to date with a 7.89mm Ultra Slim Design. The latest smartphone also features a squared off, boxier design as compared to the realme C33 and realme C35. This enables a comfortable grip and in-hand feeling.

When it comes to display, the realme C55 boasts the largest display on a realme C-Series phone with 6.7” (from 6.6”) with an FHD+ resolution that improved from previous iterations of the realme C-Series excluding realme C35. Moreover, the realme C55 will be the first to utilize a 90Hz refresh rate from the C-Series lineup.

The realme C55 sports a modern aesthetic design that comes in three stunning colors: Sunshower, Rainy Night, and Rainforest. It will also be made available in two storage variants: 6GB+128GB and 8GB+256GB.

Experience the realme C55 first-hand at the Clark Aurora Music Festival!
 

Can’t wait to check out the all-new realme C55? The realme Squad can get a chance to see the realme C55 in person as there will be an exclusive viewing only at the Clark Aurora Music Festival this coming April 15-16! Visit our booth and join the fun activities and giveaways that await you!

Catch the livestream launch and first-selling offers on April 18!

Stay tuned for the realme C55 launch that will commence on April 18, 6PM. Catch it live on @realmePH on TikTok and @realmePhilippines on Facebook! During the launch event, realme will also be revealing amazing first-selling offers that you shouldn’t miss out on!

As for those who cannot keep their excitement to get their hands on the realme C55, fans can already place a blind pre-order at any offline stores nationwide from April 11-18! To make things more thrilling, the realme C55 blind pre-order customers automatically gets an entry for the freebie giveaway wherein they can win any of the following prizes: realme Pocket Bluetooth Speaker, realme Cobble Bluetooth Speaker, realme Smart TV Stick, realme Hair Dryer, and realme M2 Sonic Electric Toothbrush.

To know more about realme’s latest updates, follow the realme PH Facebook page at http://facebook.com/realmePhilippines or visit the official realme website at https://www.realme.com/ph/.

ASUS Strix SCAR 17 Special Edition (SE)

The all-new upgraded ROG Strix SCAR 17 Special Edition is the most powerful laptop in the ROG arsenal so far in 2022, boasting the latest and most powerful Intel® Core™ i9-12950HX, an incredibly powerful 65W laptop CPU only exclusive to the ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE itself. Paired with up to an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3080Ti with a maximum TGP of up to 175W with Dynamic Boost, and complimented by a MUX switch, this no-holds-barred battle station undoubtedly pushes all limits of portable gaming to new heights. To top all this power off, the all-new ROG Intelligent Cooling design system paired with Thermal Grizzly’s Conductonaut Extreme allows for lower temperatures of up to in long gaming sessions.

ROG Flow X16

All this power and performance is complemented by the best specifications for esports and gaming. A 17” display of WQHD with Dolby Vision and Adaptive Sync as well as a refresh rate of 240hz fits to get the best immersive experience and competitive advantage for any triple A or esports title. This also comes with Dolby Atmos Speakers for the best audio quality and response available.

To cap it all off, the stylish cyberpunk inspired aesthetic features first-of-its-kind invisible ink text applied
directly to its metal chassis, the same signature RGB lighting and customizable armor caps as other SCAR models. In normal lighting, this substance has a matte metallic texture, but with a UV flashlight, the ink appears green and blue with hidden messages to help beat the ROG parkour game SCAR Runner.

Powered by an AMD Ryzen ™ 9 6900HS processor, an NVIDIA ® GeForce RTX ™ 3060 GPU with MUX Switch, the ROG Flow X16 is a powerful gaming laptop for anyone who demands power. Together with its portability and versatility thanks to its 360° hinge, this allows gamers to use it as a traditional clamshell laptop, utilize tent mode for better airflow with an external keyboard or gamepad and even tablet mode to make use of its touchscreen in social media apps and games. All these features and power truly makes the ROG Flow X16 the epitome of ultra-versatile and ultrapowerful packed in a gaming laptop.

One of the best features of the ROG Flow X16 has to boast is its one-of-a-kind display. This sports the ROG Nebula Display, a unique display feature to few ROG gaming laptops. With a 16” QHD 165 Hz Mini LED HDR display with 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 color space and up to 1100 nits of peak brightness, the ROG Flow X16 is the best for both gaming enthusiasts as well as any creative professional who depend on color accuracy for its hardware.

In addition, the Flow X16 also supports XG Mobile external GPUs up to the latest AMD Radeon™ RX 6850M XT. Like its other brothers in the ROG Flow series, it allows gamers to transform the ROG Flow X16 into a powerful workstation and adds additional ports to their setup. ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE has a WQHD 240Hz/ i9-12950HX/ 16GB x 2 DDR5/ RTX 3080 Ti 16GB GDDR6/ 2TB PCIE4 SSD. It will also be packaged together with an ROG Backpack, ROG Chakram Core, a Gaming Mouse, Type-C PD Adapter, and MS Office. This costs Php 249,995. While the other ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE with the WQHD 240Hz display, an i9-12950HX processor, 16GB x 2 DDR5,  RTX 3070 Ti 8GB GDDR6 and a huge 2TB PCIE4 SSD drive that has the same freebies cost Php 204,995. If you prefer the ROG Flow X16 that's got 16 inch WQXGA 165Hz display, R9-6900HS, 16GB DDR5, RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6 and 1TB PCIE4 SSD, it costs Php 164.995.

Head on over to your nearest ASUS and ROG Concept stores to get your next ROG 2022 Gaming Laptop.

For the complete list of stores: https://asus.me/ASUSPHWhereToBuyLaptopsAndDesktops
 

For more information on the latest Strix SCAR 17 SE and the ROG Flow X16 can be found on the following links:

ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE – https://ph.rog.gg/FlowX16

ROG Flow X16 – https://ph.rog.gg/StrixSCAR17SE

Samsung has officially unveiled their Galaxy S22 and S22+. These are two flagship devices that power creativity and self-expression. Galaxy S22 and S22+ introduce dynamic cameras with advanced intelligent image processing to make every moment epic. Built with a bold, sustainably conscious design, Galaxy S22 and S22+ are designed to be both beautiful and environmentally conscious.

“Our smartphone cameras have transformed the way we create, share, and communicate. Through photos and videos, we express ourselves and connect with the people we care about,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Samsung Electronics’ MX (Mobile eXperience) Business. “That’s why we focused on designing our latest S series devices with groundbreaking camera capabilities that work day and night, powered by our best mobile performance yet.”

Own the Night with Samsung’s Most Intelligent Camera Yet

The Galaxy S22 and S22+ are designed to deliver next-level camera experiences, so people can connect and share wherever they are. With the Galaxy S22 series’ revolutionary new Nightography features – like the 23% larger sensor than S21 and S21+ and Adaptive Pixel technology – your camera is designed to let in more light, draw out details, and capture colors that make your content pop, even in the dark 1 . Both Galaxy S22 and S22+ are built with a powerful 50MP main camera, 10MP tele-lens, and 12MP ultra-wide lens, so you always get the high quality shots. When you’re capturing videos with friends, the new Auto Framing 2 feature detects and tracks up to 10 people and automatically adjusts the camera’s focus, so your camera captures everyone clearly. Both devices are powered by advanced VDIS technology which minimizes vibrations, so you get smooth, sharp footage even when
you’re on the move.

Galaxy S22 and S22+ are also equipped with Samsung’s latest AI technology that takes your photos to the next level. It’s easy to take perfect Portrait Mode photos with the new AI Stereo Depth Map, and your subjects will look better than ever with even the smallest details appearing crisp and clear thanks to a sophisticated AI algorithm. The same works for your favorite furry friend: Galaxy S22/S22+’s new Portrait mode helps prevent pet hair from blending into the background, so you always get the best shot of your pet.

Power and Performance that Keep up with Your Life

From work to home, Galaxy S22 and S22+ are designed to power you through even the busiest days with the first-ever 4nm processor on a Galaxy smartphone. It powers our most advanced AI and ML processing to date, delivering unrivaled performance for all your streaming and productivity needs. What’s more, network behavior analysis streamlines your app performance by automatically detecting which app you’re using and directing the most power there – so steaming, surfing the web, and navigating apps have never been smoother.

A lightning-fast processor demands power that can keep pace.

Galaxy S22 is built with a robust all-day battery 3 and 25W fast charging 4 that never slows you down, and Galaxy S22+ features a super powerful battery that can last even longer than a day on a single charge. Galaxy S22+ also offers 45W super-fast charging, so you don’t have to wait when your power is running low.

Streaming a movie or your favorite show will look even better on Galaxy S22 and S22+’s beautiful displays. Both devices come equipped with a Dynamic AMOLED 5 2x adaptive 120Hz display, designed for the best in gaming and watching. Whether you choose Galaxy S22’s premium 6.1-inch display or Galaxy S22+’s 6.6-inch, 6 each screen is built with intelligent Vision Booster technology that automatically adjusts the display to the lighting around you and enhances the color contrast, so you can enjoy the best possible view of your content. Plus, hardware performance enhancements have improved display brightness – S22 has a peak brightness of 1,300nit while S22+ features a peak 1,750nit. 7 S22 and S22+ will also ensure you can always stay connected and collaborative.

Through our partnership with Google, you can enjoy Google Duo 8 live sharing 9 to view photos in
Gallery with friends or write meeting notes with colleagues on Samsung Notes – even while you’re apart.

Design to Perfection and Built to Last

Both Galaxy S22 and S22+ feature the S series’ iconic, fan-favorite Contour-Cut design that blends the camera seamlessly into the housing. To create a sleeker and more refined look, Samsung built both devices with a distinctive flat display, complete with a luxurious glass and haze finish. Now, the S series camera housing is designed to match the color of the device’s body with a slim and symmetric metal frame for a seamless look. The result is a balanced, unified design that’s modern, fashionable, and sleek. Both the Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22+ are available in Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green, and Pink Gold.

And that stunning design is built to last: the Galaxy S22 Series presents Samsung’s most durable mobile devices yet. Galaxy S22 and S22+ are the first S series models made with Armor Aluminum – our strongest aluminum frame, so you can take your phone anywhere with peace of mind. The Galaxy S22 series is also the first smartphones to feature new Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+. The S22 series devices are equipped with this tough glass on the front and back, so you can worry less about accidental drops.

But we know true durability is not just about hardware. As part of our commitment to giving users the best possible mobile performance and experience, the entire Galaxy S22 series will be supported by up to four generations of Android OS upgrades. 11 Now millions of Galaxy users can take advantage of the latest security, productivity, and other exciting new features, for longer. Samsung will scale this effort across our product line-up to ensure you’re fully supported across your Galaxy ecosystem. The Galaxy S series also makes it easy to make your phone your own. You can use Samsung’s clean and intuitive new One UI user interface to customize the look and feel of your home screen and widget. Tailor your icon colors, widgets, color palette, and more to your personal preferences, and create a mobile experience that reflects who you are. One UI also gives you easy access to a wealth of emojis, GIFs, and stickers directly on your keyboard, so you can instantly communicate exactly how you feel without typing a single word.

Help Build a Sustainable Future through Galaxy for the Planet

As our most eco-conscious device ever, the Galaxy S22 series pioneers mobile technology while supporting our planet. Plastic pollution poses serious threats to our environment, and discarded fishing nets are especially harmful to marine life and our oceans. By collaborating with leading organizations, Samsung helps recover discarded fishing nets and transforms them into a high-performance material for our smartphones. This material – used in the Galaxy S22 series’ component, key bracket – contains 20% recycled ocean-bound plastic from discarded fishing nets. The Galaxy S22 series also incorporates post-consumer recycled material in its speaker module, as well as the inner parts of the power and volume keys.

In addition to ocean-bound plastics, we use 100% recycled paper for the Galaxy S22’s packaging and include a protective film made from recycled plastic. Every smartphone case is also designed with UL-certified, eco-conscious materials 15 – such as recycled post-consumer plastics or bio-based substances. These purposeful innovations are the latest example of Samsung’s commitment to doing more with less as part of Galaxy for the Planet.

Security You Can Trust

The Galaxy S22 series is secured by Samsung’s powerful Knox Vault security platform, which includes a secure processor and memory that completely isolates sensitive data like your passwords, biometrics, or Blockchain keys from the phone’s main operating system.

One UI's privacy dashboard and Indicator make it easy to see which apps are accessing your data and camera, so you can decide whether to grant or deny permission to each app. The Galaxy S22 series also introduces several new security features, including ARM micro architecture, which helps prevent cyberattacks that target your operating system and memory.

Stay Connected with the Galaxy Ecosystem

Alongside the new S22 series, Samsung is introducing an all-new line of tablets and a pack of updated features for Galaxy Watch4 so that Galaxy users can stay connected in every aspect of their lives. Built for a new era of connectivity, Galaxy Tab S8 series– including Tab S8 WiFi/5G, Tab S8+ 5G and Tab S8 Ultra 5G – is Samsung’s most versatile line of tablets ever, built and designed to meet the ever-changing needs of those who work, study, play and create.

Price and Availability

Starting February 9, 2022 11:00 PM until March 3, 2022, customers who pre-order the Galaxy S22 and S22+ through Samsung.com, can get freebies and discounts worth up to PHP 13,200. Customers can enjoy a PHP 10,000 e-voucher which can be used to purchase select mobile products in the Samsung Online Store, a Silicone Case with Strap worth PHP 1,999 and a Lucky Box Strap worth PHP 1,299. Customers can also pre-order through Samsung Experience Stores, select Authorized Samsung Stores, Lazada, Shopee, Abenson.com and MemoXpress Online from February 10 – March 3, 2022, to get as much as PHP 10,200 worth of freebies, including a pair of Galaxy Buds2 worth PHP 6,990, a Silicone Case with Strap worth PHP 1,999 and a Lucky Box Strap worth PHP 1,299.

Starting March 4, 2022, the Galaxy S22 and S22+ will be available in Samsung.com, Samsung Experience Stores, select Authorized Samsung Stores, Lazada, Shopee, Abenson.com and MemoXpress Online, and telco partners. The Galaxy S22 will start at PHP 45,990 for the 128GB variant and PHP 49,990 for the 256GB variant, while the Galaxy S22+ will be priced at PHP 56,990 and PHP 60,990 for the 128GB and 256GB variant respectively, in Phantom White, Phantom Black, Pink Gold and Green.

For more information about Galaxy S22 and S22+, please visit: http://www.samsungmobilepress.com, news.samsung.com/galaxy or https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-s22/.

Breathe 

With many Filipinos being asked to stay indoors to help prevent the spread of the virus, it is important to make sure that the air one breathes is free from germs. An air purifier would definitely be a smart home investment at this point and the Mi Air Purifier 3H (PHP 8,490) comes with the latest technology to help purify the air inside one’s home.

Among its features are a high-precision laser PM sensor that detects microscopic particulates and reports changes in room air quality in real time and an integrated 360 degree 3-layer filter. The first layer removes hair, dust, cotton fibers and other large particles. The second layer consists of a premium High Efficiency filter that effectively eliminates 99.97% of bacteria, viruses, cigarette smoke, PM2.5, pollen, dust, pet dander, and other allergens as small as 0.3 microns from the air while the third layer is an active carbon filter that absorbs formaldehyde, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other harmful gases. Perfect for medium and large rooms, it can effectively 6,330 liters of purified air per minute in 21-37 sq. meter room. It’s also easy to use with an OLED Touch Display so owners can switch to the mode they need (Sleep, Auto, Favorite, Low, Medium and High level) and also comes with APP+AI smart voice control by linking it to your Google Home, allowing you to keep track of air quality in your home at all times and access it remotely. 

Good Eats

Another important aspect of overall wellness is making sure what you put on your plate is good for one’s body. Aside from switching to leaner proteins and eating green, changing to healthier food preparation is another way to maximize the vitamins in one’s food. Enter the Mi Air Fryer 3.5L (PHP 2,990), which makes it easier to cook healthy by lessening the oil and fat during food prep. It comes with 360° heated air circulation for delicious food that is low in fat and cooks quickly – and if one wants to check on the cooking, simply pull out the basket to pause and one can monitor the cooking status of one’s dish. The smart functions also make this a great option for busy moms and dads as one can pre-set the fryer and have a hot meal waiting for the family when one gets home. Cleaning is a breeze as the air fryer is wear resistant and has a non-stick surface. The Mi Air Fryer is a great value because it is so multifunctional – it also works as a yogurt maker, fruit dryer and can even stand in as a microwave oven and electric oven.

Go Move!

While the quarantine may prevent one from going to the gym, there are plenty of ways to get some exercise while indoors, from checking out YouTube videos or doing more chores. One can also keep track of our fitness regimen with the Mi Band 6, the Mi Watch or the Mi Watch Lite. 

The No. 1 Wearable in the World, the Mi Band 6 (PHP comes with a 40% larger dynamic AMOLED touch screen and offers a total of 30 fitness modes (19 are new), including activities like HIIT, Basketball, Boxing, and Zumba. Exercise duration, calories burned, and heart rate are clearly visible at a glance, making for more efficient exercise sessions. The Mi Band 6 also comes with embedded SpO2 sensors and PPG biosensors to monitor your oxygen levels and heart rate during cardio workouts and includes REM and nap sleep monitoring that tracks your sleep quality. It even keeps track of your stress levels and gives suggestions for easing and recovering from stress. Daily health intelligence reports are
delivered to your Mi FIT or Mi Wear App. The Mi Band 6 comes with a long-lasting125mAh battery and magnetic charging. It fully charges in only 2 hours with convenient USB magnetic charging that snaps securely on or off and offers long lasting battery life with up to 14 days of standby time. Or if you’re looking for a fitness tracker with even more features, the Mi Watch (PHP 4,990) is a fantastic choice. It comes with a staggering 117 exercise modes, empowering all kinds of active lifestyles. It also offers round-the-clock monitoring of many essential health metrics, including accurate heart rate tracking and blood oxygen level monitoring, and additional indicators on users’ sleep cycles, stress levels, and energy levels to ensure comprehensive awareness of one's health. Plus, it has a large 1.39” AMOLED display to ensure a clear view of essential information, and an outstanding 16-day battery life* from its 420mAh battery after just two hours of charge, so users only need to plug it in twice a month to receive over two weeks of uninterrupted activity.

Those looking for a more compact version can opt to get the Mi Watch Lite (PHP 2,490) – it comes with a stylish 1.4” inch TFT LCD color display and comes with over 120+ watch faces. It has a built-in GPS and GLONASS to capture wider signal coverage, providing better accuracy and faster positioning to map running routes and navigate the outdoors. It also comes with professional grade health monitoring like heart rate monitoring, sleep detection and even guided breath training to help one cope with stress. Equipped with a 230mAh battery, the Mi Watch Lite offers up to 9 days of battery life and only requires 2 hours of charging to be fully charged. Have a healthier home and stay fit with Xiaomi! For more information on Xiaomi smart products, visit their official Xiaomi Store on Lazada and Shopee or visit an Authorized Xiaomi Store nearest you. Follow Xiaomi Philippines official Facebook page and the Xiaomi site to stay up to date on their latest news.