TECHNOLOGY
Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 11 in PH
February 10, 2022 8:36 p.m.
Xiaomi pushes forward the legacy of the Redmi Note series as it announces the arrival of the Redmi Note 11 series in the Philippines today, starting with the Redmi Note 11, while the much-awaited Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G variants will be coming at a later date.
Rising to the challenge to bring even stronger specs and features, Redmi Note 11 again brings powerful upgrades to its camera system, charging speed, display, and System on Chip (SoC)—making flagship-level smartphone performance more accessible than before.
Also announced today is the brand-new Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 series, starting at P6,999.
Market availability:
The Redmi Note 11 comes in two variants – 4GB+64GB which will be available for P8,999 and 6GB+128GB available for P9,999. Both variants will be available for pre-order via Xiaomi’s official sales channels as early as February 11, 2022 in the Philippines.
Meanwhile, stay tuned for the local availability announcement of the Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G coming soon.
For the early bird promo of the Redmi Note 11 4GB+64GB, buyers will get the Redmi Buds 3 for free between February 11 until February 19 (12AM) on Xiaomi’s official Shopee and Lazada stores.
Stocks and availability for the freebie will be limited.
Those who will pre-order the Redmi Note 11 6GB+128GB variant in authorized Xiaomi retail stores from February 11 to 18 will get a free Redmi Buds 3 plus a Xiaomi Eco Bag.
Make sure to visit the official Xiaomi Philippines store on Lazada this coming February 15 and Shopee this February 21 for discounted Xiaomi Smart Eco Products with freebies. Stocks and availability will be limited.
Flagship-level camera setup to deliver outstanding photography
Raising up the flagship-level camera experience, the Redmi Note 11 is equipped with a 50MP AI quad camera setup ensures clarity in your photos, allowing you to capture great photos and videos without the extra effort.
Its 8MP ultra-wide angle camera expands your perspective with a 118-degree viewing angle and the 2MP depth sensor camera on Redmi Note 11 allows you to create a natural bokeh effect for your portrait shots.
Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11S once again feature 108MP primary sensors, allowing you to capture and share moments of your life in high resolution and true-to-life details.
Utilizing the Samsung HM2 sensor with a large 1/1.52″ sensor size, the main camera leverages 9-in-1 pixel binning technology as well as dual native ISO to deliver incredible images with higher dynamic range and colour performance, with excellent results even in dim light.
The 8MP ultra-wide angle camera extends your perspective with a 118-degree viewing angle, and the 2MP macro camera captures fine details from up close.
Additionally, the 2MP depth camera on Redmi Note 11S allows you to create a natural bokeh effect for your portrait shots.
The front of Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11S feature a 16MP front camera that can capture clear, natural-looking selfies.
FHD+AMOLED DotDisplay with up to 90Hz refresh rate and trendy flat-edge body
Boasting a high refresh rate up to 90Hz and a touch sampling rate up to 180Hz, Redmi Note 11 enhances your screen experience with smoother animations and lag-free transitions, while also registering more precise finger touches.
With a screen size of 6.43-inch, the Redmi Note 11 is equipped with a FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay featuring DCI-P3 wide color gamut, provides more vibrant colours and details, while also reaching as much as 1000 nits to ensure the screen’s clarity even in bright daylight.
The beautiful display is packed into a trendy flat-edge body design.
Plus, with dual super linear speakers located at the top and bottom of the phone, Redmi Note 11 offers a complete entertainment experience with immersive stereo sound for gaming or watching videos.
Speedy and powerful performance at all fonts
Raising up its performance, Redmi Note 11 is equipped with a Snapdragon® 680 processor built using flagship-level 6nm process to deliver superior performance while conserving power.
Additionally, the Redmi Note 11 is equipped with a 5,000mAh large-capacity battery and a 33W Pro fast-charging that charges its battery from 0 to 100% in around an hour. Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is powered by the advanced octa-core processor Snapdragon® 695.
This chipset offers 5G connectivity and superb performance, thanks to the flagship-level 6nm technology and clock speed up to 2.2 GHz.
Redmi Note 11S rises to the challenge with advanced octa-core MediaTek Helio G96 processor and up to 8GB of RAM.
Alongside this exceptional battery capacity is Xiaomi’s flagship-level 67W turbo charging in Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, which takes as little as 15 minutes to fill 50% of battery.
Redmi Note 11S also features 33W Pro fast charging.
Breathe clean, breathe healthy: Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Series
Celebrating over 16 million shipments worldwide, Xiaomi today upgraded its widely-acclaimed Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier Series with three new variants – Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro, 4, and 4 Lite.
The brand-new series promises Xiaomi Fans a healthier, cleaner, and reduced-allergen indoor air environment year-round, with options for different home spaces and family needs.
The top variant, Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro, features a 3-in-1 filtration system that combines electrostatic charge and mechanical filtration technologies to trap 99.97% of air pollutants as small as 0.3 microns.
So whether its pet dander, cotton fiber, or other pollutants, Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro will have you covered.
To ensure maximized filtration efficiency, the Pro model newly integrates both PM2.5 and PM10 sensors to precisely detect inhalable particles of different sizes.
An ionizer has been added to help capture floating pollutants.
Alongside this, Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro offers 500m3/h PCADR and 185m3/h FCADR, meaning it can filter the air of a 40m2 living room entirely every 15 minutes.
On top of powerful filtering performance, Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro also offers a largely enhanced user experience.
Its sleek design and low-noise running mode at night make sure it blends perfectly into users’ modern homes and life.
A crystal-clear OLED touch display allows for quick viewing of AQI, temperature, and humidity statistics at a glance, and quick adjustments in just a few taps.
Users can also remotely control the device using Xiaomi Home App, effortlessly scheduling purification routines and behaviour, setting up automation with other IoT devices, viewing filter usage status, and more.
Voice commands are also supported with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.
Priced at P11,999, P8,999, P6,999 respectively, Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro, 4, and 4 Lite will be available for purchase starting February 11, 2022 in the Philippines.
Visit the Lazada Local Flagship Store this coming February 15 for discounted Xiaomi Smart Eco Products with freebies.
Buyer will get a free Mi Smart Kettle Pro if they purchase the Air Purifier 4 Lite and get it for only P5,999 instead of P6,999.
Meanwhile, the all-new Air Purifier 4 will be available for only P7,999 instead of P8,999 and buyers will get a free Upany Air Fryer, while the Air Purifier 4 Pro will be up for grabs for only P10,999 instead of P11,999 and will come with a free Mi Standing Fan 2 Pro.
Amazing discounts also await the Robo Vacuum Series when you order on February 15 starting with the Vacuum Mop 2 which will be available for only P11,499 instead of P12,999 and comes with a free Upany Air Fryer.
You can also get the Vacuum Mop 2 Lite for P7,999 instead of P8,999 and get a free Mi Smart Kettle Pro, while the Vacuum Mop 2 Pro will be available for only P16,499 instead of P17,999 and will come with a free My Standing Fan 2 Pro.
TECHNOLOGY
OPPO leads AI innovation with world’s 1st on-device MoE implementation, paves way for AI advancements
5:41 p.m. October 25, 2024
Global leading smart device brand OPPO has achieved a significant breakthrough by becoming the first company to implement the Mixture of Experts (MoE) architecture on-device. This milestone enhances AI processing efficiency, opens new possibilities for more advanced and flexible on-device AI, laying the groundwork for future innovations in AI’s integration with mobile hardware.
As AI technology continues to evolve, more tasks are being performed on-device. However, large AI models require substantial computational power, which can impact performance, especially on devices with limited hardware resources. In response, OPPO has collaborated with leading chipset providers to implement the MoE architecture on-device to overcome these limitations.
The MoE architecture dynamically activates specialized sub-models (“experts”) to handle specific tasks, thereby significantly improving processing efficiency and cutting down computing and data transfer consumption. Lab tests reveal that on-device MoE architecture accelerates AI task speeds by approximately 40%, reducing resource demands and improving energy efficiency. This means faster AI responses, longer battery life and enhanced privacy as more tasks are handled locally on the device.
Illustration of MoE Architecture
OPPO’s implementation of the MoE architecture on-device is a breakthrough that highlights its advancement in AI innovation. By lowering AI’s computational costs, MoE allows more devices-ranging from flagship to affordable devices-to perform complex AI tasks, accelerating AI’s adoption across the industry. As a result, The MoE architecture on-device opens new opportunities for the industry to make advanced AI capabilities more accessible to a wider audience.
Looking ahead, OPPO remains committed to advancing AI technology and making it available to more users. With over 5,860 patent applications in the AI field, OPPO continues to invest heavily in AI R&D. The establishment of OPPO’s AI Center in 2024 serves as a key step in consolidating its AI research efforts, furthering the company’s mission to provide high-quality AI experiences to users worldwide. Through continued research like MoE and the global rollout of AI-powered features across its smartphone lineup, OPPO aims to extend high-quality AI experiences to a broader audience, ensuring that AI technology becomes more accessible to users across its device categories.
TECHNOLOGY
TCL White Lines: Future of home living
1:48 p.m. September 18, 2024
TCL, a global leader in consumer and one of the world’s top two TV brands, is reinforcing its commitment to innovation and improving daily life through advanced technology.
While maintaining its strong position in the TV market, TCL is now actively pursuing leadership in the complete smart home solutions space, encompassing air conditioners, washing machines, refrigerators, and audio equipment.
Under the guidance of newly appointed CEO Peter Chen, TCL is setting a new standard in home living. “My vision is to solidify TCL’s presence in these categories, ensuring that we not only continue to innovate but also enrich the lives of consumers worldwide. As we expand globally, my goal is to ensure that TCL remains one of the top innovators in consumer appliances, continuing to meet and exceed the evolving needs of our customers.”
With nearly a decade of experience at TCL, Mr. Chen has witnessed the company’s evolution from a rising star to a dominant force in the TV market. His contributions have been instrumental in building market share and establishing TCL as a recognized leader. But Mr. Chen’s goals for the company go far beyond its current successes.
This year, TCL is prioritizing global expansion and continued product innovation. The company’s advanced technology is revolutionizing home appliances, offering superior comfort, convenience, and efficiency, as exemplified by the TCL White Lines category. TCL has already achieved remarkable success in this area
As of May, TCL has achieved the top position in terms of volume sold within the air conditioner market. Furthermore, they have secured the No. 1 spot in the split-type category for both ytd 2023 and 2024 in retail stores, according to market research conducted by TRS Research.
In the refrigerator category, TCL have tailored their offerings to cater to various market niches, with the top-mounted models capturing significant market share. This targeted approach has allowed TCL to meet diverse consumer needs effectively.
While in the washing machine segment, TCL has made a significant impact by offering a diverse and high-quality product lineup. Their focus on high-end top-load models, coupled with competitive pricing, has been a key factor in their success. Likewise, they’ve also provided a broad range of options, including both top-load and twin-tub models, catering to various customer needs and preferences.
TCL’s focus on delivering superior technology that fits seamlessly into everyday life with consumers. As a result, TCL earned the No. 1 share in front-load washing machine sales in retail stores in the Philippines based on cumulative market share data from the beginning of 2023 through June 2024 based on TRS Research data. This accomplishment reflects TCL’s commitment to delivering superior products that meet the needs of their customers while maintaining affordability and quality.
“These targeted strategies have been instrumental in fueling our market share growth, reflecting TCL’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction across all Whitelines categories,” Mr. Chen enthuses.
As part of the strategy, TCL is not only committed to global growth but is also leading the charge in sustainability and environmental stewardship. Just this year, they are integrating advanced energy-saving technologies into their appliances to help consumers reduce their energy consumption and lower their utility bills. The goal is to not only enhance the efficiency of their products but also to support their customers in making eco-conscious choices.
“Our dedication to sustainability drives us to continuously push for eco-friendly designs and practices that minimize our environmental impact. We believe in leveraging innovative technology to improve people’s lives, solve everyday problems, and bring joy to families. By focusing on these principles, we aim to inspire and empower individuals to pursue greatness while creating a safer and healthier world for everyone,” Mr. Chen continues.
Elevate your everyday home with TCL White Lines Appliances to experience comfort, efficiency, and a cooler significant way of living.
TECHNOLOGY
Seamless multitasking is possible with vivo Y28
6:04 p.m. September 16, 2024
People nowadays constantly juggle different things—work, social life, entertainment, and more. Thankfully, the vivo Y28 is designed to keep up with this fast-paced lifestyle.
With its 6000mAh battery and IP64 dust and water resistance, it’s built to last through even the busiest days. But the real game-changer? This phone makes multitasking effortless, allowing you to switch between apps seamlessly without breaking a sweat.
Multitasking advantage
Why settle for a phone that does one thing at a time when the vivo Y28 can do so much more? Imagine watching a video and responding to texts at the same time, or managing work documents while keeping an eye on your inbox.
The vivo Y28 makes it all possible, thanks to its ability to run up to 12 apps simultaneously on your screen. Here’s how to make multitasking on the vivo Y28 a breeze:
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Open an app like Netflix or WhatsApp.
Minimize it with a simple tap.
Now you can interact with multiple apps all at once. You don’t have to pause your movie to reply to a message or close your work emails to check your calendar. The vivo Y28 keeps everything running smoothly.
The vivo Y28 is perfect for people who need a phone that can do more:
Professionals can manage work tasks, emails, and documents without closing anything.
Social media users can watch videos, scroll through feeds, and chat all on the same screen.
Students can keep research articles open, join online classes, and respond to group messages, all at once.
Anyone on the go who needs multiple apps running smoothly to handle life’s demands.
Powered by Memory Booster
The magic behind the vivo Y28’s ability to multitask lies in its Memory Booster technology:
8GB RAM + 8GB Extended RAM: This powerhouse combo lets you switch between 25+ background apps without slowing down, making it easier to stay productive.
RAM Saver: It automatically clears out unnecessary data to free up to 600MB of memory, keeping your phone running at peak performance.
App Retainer: You can leave apps open and come back exactly where you left off. No reloading, no delays.
Master multitasking now with vivo Y28
The vivo Y28 is designed for people who want to make the most out of every moment. Its multitasking capabilities, combined with a durable build and long-lasting battery, make it the perfect phone for those who expect more from their devices. Life doesn’t slow down, and with the Y28, neither do you.
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