O+ FAB goes Color

O+ FAB in Color? A trip to the O+ Service Center looking for a replacement battery for an older model and while waiting I help myself to the brochures at the front desk and so I stumbled on O+ FAB Color.

The FAB Color like the 3G and Nova is 7 inch Dual-Sim with Telephony Tablet. An interesting thing is it is powered by Dual-Core Processor clocked at 1.2Ghz while its other siblings is at 1GHz only. This give a slight edge but no word yet onsadly with only 512MB RAM . More or less it will have a Mediatek Processor so PowerVR GPU (Wild Guess).

With regards to connectivity, per manual (click here) it is equipped the regular like WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS and 3G. So no worries it also delivers tethering and serves as a portable hotspot.

With a 5MP AF Back supported with Flash and a Front Camera, your needs will be met for capturing moments and video chat and even taking self-absorbed selfies.

Oh if your looking to get a hold of Color... Click here...

Not in Manila? No Problem Get it here:
O+ Fab Color 7" Android 4.2 Tablet (Black)

Cherry Mobile Jade: Training Wheels Android

New to Android? Would just like a jab at Android from your propriety basic feature phone then Cherry Mobile is offering you - The Jade. At only 1,999 it runs the latest Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean on a 3.5" HVGA IPS Display powered by 1GHz Dual Core Mediatek MTK6572 coupled with 512MB for phone storage and with a tiny bit of 256 RAM (Good luck for KitKat). It also offers dual cam functionality with 3MP Snapper with Flash and VGA Front. Connectivity thru WiFi and Bluetooth but no 3G. It just to say GSM for taking calls and text. Simply put it is just a replacement for those who to experience Android first hand and Jade will help you practice. ;)

Photo - Cherry Angel

You can order via Cherry Angel or Get it Here Cherry Mobile Jade (Black)

Cherry Mobile Gem: Jewel in the Rough?

For starters Cherry Mobile has unleashed at least 2 entry level android phones in the form of the Life and the Amber which almost has the same hardware within at only 2999 Pesos. However here's another 3K wonder - Cherry Mobile Gem.

Like the two first releases, the device is powered by Mediatek Dual Core MT6572 Processor Clocked at 1.3GHz and also has the Mali-400 GPU which is definitely a step in graphic performance. Internal storage is also at 4GB and RAM at 512MB. Same connectivity is expected with WiFi, Bluetooth and HSPA+. What set the Gem apart is that it has an IPS Display which at 4" WVGA will have slight advantage with great viewing angles and 5 Multi-Touch Points. In terms of imaging, it also has 5MP Rear Camera and its front is at 2MP. Its battery is at 1400 mAh Only.

In conclusion if you want a better display and multi-touch you get Gem. Question is will be break under pressure or shine from the rest.

Looking for Gem?
Get it here:
Cherry Mobile Gem (Black)
Cherry Mobile Gem (White)

Android Jelly Bean 4.2
4" WVGA IPS Display
1.2GHz Mediatek MT6572 Dual Core Processor
Mali 400 GPU
512MB RAM
4GB Internal Storage
5MP Rear Camera with Flash
2MP Front Camera
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 3.0
3.5mm Audio Jack
FM Radio
1400mAH Battery

Nokia Lumia 1520 Windows Juggernaut

While canvassing for a Nokia Lumia device.... I stumbled on the new Lumia 1520 sold at 29,400.

This beast sports a 6 inch Full HD Corning Gorilla Glass 2 Display with ClearBlack Technology which definitely give you great viewing pleasure and sunlight legibility.

Under the hood, it packs the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 2.2GHz Quad-core Krait 400 with Adreno 330 GPU coupled with 2GB RAM and massive 32GB internal storage (expandable via microSD).

In terms of imaging, equipped with 20MP AF Carl Zeiss Optics with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) supported with Dual LED Flash plus PureView technology - for sure you will have the best cameraphone experience ever. With also Nokia Pro Camera on board which to say brings a lot more camera features than iOS or Android. It also has 1.2MP Camera for those selfies and video chat.

Stay connected with its arsenal of connectivity - WiFi, Bluetooth, and NFC plus ultra speed LTE. You also get to experience the latest Windows Phone 8 with Nokia Black and GDR3 Updates.

To round this up, the new Nokia Lumia 1520 with the latest hardware paired with a more improved Windows Phone 8 Ecosystem will give its Android competition a run for its money.

Oh by the way, you could try at DBGadgets to get a hold of this Juggernaut.
or Kimstore at 25K.

Official SRP is at 34,990.00

Windows Phone 8
6" Full HD ClearBlack Display
Gorilla Glass 2
2.2GHz Quad-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 Processor
Adreno 330 GPU
2GB RAM
32GB internal storage
Expandable via microSD up to 64GB
LTE
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, ac
Bluetooth 4.0 LE
NFC
GPS with aGPS, GLONASS
20MP PureView Rear Camera w/ Dual LED flash
1.2MP Front camera
3400mAh battery

Alcatel One Touch C5 Pop

Pop goes Alcatel One Touch C5 Pop. The said handset has just appeared and is now available via Lazada.

Running Android 4.2 Jelly Bean on 4.5" TFT Multi-Touch display powered by Dual Core 1.3GHz (Mediatek MT6572) therefore Mali 400 GPU) coupled with 512MB of RAM and 4GB Internal Storage expandable via MicroSD slot - the innards are pretty much decent and screen is sufficient in size. You will get the usual connectivity WiFi, Bluetooth and if I am correct HSPA+. The device is dual-sim and also packs an ample 1800 mAh Battery.

Overall it does brings a bigger screen in the entry level department and also delivers the staple needs and a bigger battery at only 4,999.00 pesos.

Specs Summary 

Android Jelly Bean 4.2

4.5" FWVGA Display

1.3GHz Mediatek MT6572 Dual Core Processor

Mali 400 GPU

512MB RAM

4GB Internal Storage

5MP Rear Camera w/ Flash

VGA Front Camera

Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 

Bluetooth 4.0

3.5mm Audio Jack

FM Radio

1800mAH Battery

Get it now.

Alcatel One Touch C5 Pop 5036D (Bluish Black)

Alcatel One Touch C5 Pop 5036D (Full White)

Alcatel One Touch C5 Pop 5036D (Dark Grey)

Cherry Mobile Sonic 2.0

Heres another treat from Cherry Mobile - the New iteration of Sonic is arriving this week per their FB page.

The Sonic 2.0 will sport a 4 inch WVGA Display powered by Broadcom Quad-Core Processor with its VideoCore IV GPU coupled with 4GB Internal Storage and 1GB RAM. Dual camera feature with 5MP Rear Camera supported with Flash and VGA Front. Connectivity via Bluetooth as well as WiFi that is dual use simultaneously for data connection as well as for Miracast. GPS together with Glonass for more accurate tracking of your location. Best bit of all is that it is OTG ready which gives you the power to connect your USB devices (via OTG Cables). Battery is only 1400mAh only. Sonic 2.0 will be sold for 3,999.00 Pesos

Overall I am pretty satisfied with this latest Android by Cherry Mobile. Though unknown performance from the new Broadcom chip, still offering HSPA+, Miracast, and finally OTG is a deal breaker for me. Sonic 2.0 might as well snatch the title Quad Core ng Bayan from the Flare line for being able to deliver more smartphone features.

Get it here:
Cherry Mobile Sonic 2.0 (Black)

Specs Summary:
Android Jelly Bean 4.2
4" WVGA TFT Display (2 PT Touch)
1.2GHz Broadcom BCM 23550 Quad-Core Processor
VideoCore IV HW GPU
4GB ROM
1GB RAM
HSPA+
Dual Sim
Wi-Fi b/g/n
Miracast
Bluetooth 4.0
GPS, Glonass
5MP Rear Camera w/ Flash
VGA Front Camera
OTG Ready
3.5 Audio Jack
Accelerometer and Proximity Sensors
1400mAh Battery
SRP: P3,999

O+ 8.92 UP a Notch

O+ is stepping on the gas pedal leaving with a newly spotted handset the 8.92!

What we know so far is that it will be running Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean on a 5 inch display powered by 1.3GHz Quad Core Processor paired with 1GB RAM and 4GB Internal Storage. It also packs 5MP Rear camera with LED Flash and 2MP Front. The said device will have the usual WiFi and Bluetooth Connectivity. Battery is at 1900 mAh.

Here my thoughts on this, the 8.92 may sport the new  Mediatek Processor MTK6582 and will be sporting that Mali 400 MP2 GPU. Display maybe between FWVGA/qHD/HD. This will take on the likes of Cherry Mobile Flare S / Hero / Thunder 2.0 and MyPhone Cyclone which share some hardware as well as price range.

Lets wait for couple of days or so and some you might get hold of the 8.92 and might see some reviews soon.

Oh BTW you could check out cmkcellphones.com cause they have it.

http://www.cmkcellphones.com/O+%20Plus/O+_Plus_8.92.html

Cherry Mobile Amber

Cherry Mobile is on the roll right now. With Yuletide season coming and bonus flowing surely great way to start cashing in. However some may have far less budget then it is good to know that basic necessities come in the form of Cherry Mobile Amber.

The Amber kinda looks like a Nokia asha with regards to form and placement of capacitive keys. The device houses a 4 inch WVGA Display powered by Dual Core Processor with just 512MB RAM and 4GB Internal storage.You do have a dual camera with 5MP rear with LED Flash and 1.3MP front. Usual Connectivity at hand with WiFi, Bluetooth, and HSPA+. Overall Amber really does have decent specs and at 3,999 Pesos you get more than the feature phones offered at this price level.

Wait a minute, I am not finished yet.... The handset is i believe same as  Intex Cloud Y4. If this is true then its processor is Mediatek MT6572 with a Mali 400 GPU.

Get it here:
Cherry Mobile Amber (Black)

Specs

Jellybean 4.2 Android

4" WVGA Display 

1.2GHz Mediatek MT6572 Dual Core Processor

Mali 400 GPU

512MB RAM

4GB Internal Storage

5MP Rear Camera

1.3MP Front Camera

Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 

Bluetooth 3.0

3.5mm Audio Jack

FM Radio

1400mAH Battery