Sony Philippines New Year Special Deals for 2021!

Celebrate better beginnings with Sony Philippines’ New Year bundles!

Jumpstart the new year with a new gear! Fulfill your 2021 resolutions with Sony’s New Year special deals on select premium cameras, lenses, and accessories.

Go full-frame and level up your photography game with Sony’s Alpha 7 III’s retail price is at P10,000 off. Its kit package (includes a 28-70mm lens) is now priced at P119,999 and its body is now only P105,999. Both packages include a FREE SEL50F18F lens, 64GB SD Card, and an NP-FZ100 battery!

Level up your TikTok game with Sony’s digital camera ZV-1! Comes with VCT-SGR1 shooting grip and a FREE limited-edition canvas pouch and multi-colored windscreen.

Always on-the-go? Sony’s compact point-and-shoot Cybershot cameras are perfect with DSC-RX100M7G and DSC-RX100M7 that slashes P7,000 and P6,000 off its original prices, that comes with a FREE 64GB SD Card.

Upgrade your gear with premium lens with Sony’s special deals on select G Master models. One of Sony’s SEL24F14GM, in demand portrait lenses is on a discounted price of P86,480 when you purchase it together with select Alpha cameras. Pay up to 24 months at 0% interest if you may opt to purchase the lens alone.

Start a better beginning this 2021 by investing in your passion with the right gear. Avail these special promos from Sony Authorized Camera Dealers, click > here to locate the stores near you or you may also opt to checkout our official Sony stores > Lazada and Shopee. Promo is valid up to January 31, 2021. 

For full promo details, visit https://www.sony.com.ph/microsite/jancampromo/index.html

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Pilar Trigo Bonin and BJ Pascual for Emotions Beyond Pictures with Sony A7III

MANILA PHILIPPINES, November 2018) – Portrait photography is more than just capturing the subject but creative representation of the human subject to tell a story... This style of photography revolves around the idea of capturing the essence of the subject’s identity and turn it into art.

This requires the photographer to have an intimate bond with the subject, and a connection to be able to portray an attachment with the camera.

 Pilar Trigo Bonin and BJ Pascual, today’s most sought-after portrait photographers and Sony Alpha Professionals, shares how they connect with their subjects to evoke an emotion, and what camera features they require in order to deliver high-quality materials?

Communicate with your subject 

Photo Courtesy of BJ Pascual

The subject is the hero story when it comes to portrait photography. “As a photographer, I have to relay the vision to the subject. Having a mood board helps the subject visualize the feel of the shoot and the rest is really just about chemistry.” BJ said. It’s when the subject becomes comfortable with the photographer when emotions are easier to capture.

Pilar Bonin on the other hand says that the subject’s mood is dependent on the photographer’s disposition. “Come to your shoot with great energy! Energy is contagious”, Pilar mentions. She also advised to learn how to adjust your tone, “Learn how to talk to anyone about anything. From a shy little 2-year-old to a top honcho of a corporation, as a photographer you have to make your client feel comfortable no matter what age they’re in.” Pilar added.

“Photo courtesy of Pilar Trigo Bonnin”

Resolution is Key
As portrait photographers, they only want to use the best quality camera one can have. Pilar’s work usually gets blown up from table top print to billboard size. “I need to make sure that I have enough detail and information from the megapixels and full framed sensors,” as for Pilar. She also mentioned that she uses the 85mm f/1.4 and the 100mm f2.8 STF G-Master lenses. 

BJ also mentioned that resolution is important. “I'd say 80% of my work, which I usually don’t post, consists of commercial/advertising jobs, and these involve billboards/large prints, so resolution is key.” Both agree that the 10fps capability and Eye autofocus system of the Sony Alpha series enable them to take high-quality pictures even when the subject is moving. Bj also mentioned that he is keen on using the 47-70mm f/2.8 G-Master lens for work shoots and the 35mm f/2.8 G-Master lens for travel shoots. 

Photos courtesy of BJ Pascual

Most Memorable Shoot 
Pilar Bonin says that portrait sessions are the most enjoyable for her. Although the most precious ones to her are those of her kids and loved ones. “Looking back at all their baby photos and milestones in life captured in photographs, totally priceless. I’d like to hope that all my clients feel that way of their photographs as well.” she shared.

BJ’s Bondi beach photoshoot is the most memorable one yet, “We were chasing the light, and towards the end the sun had already set. The subject and I had to produce something, and we only have a few seconds to do it. Luckily, I was shooting with an A7III at around iso32000 and the focus was still sharp!”

In doing portrait photography, remember to go skin deep. Capturing genuine emotions and unfiltered personalities, and portraying this through your photographs is how you will be able to give story to your work. Considering what camera gear to use is just as important as capturing true emotions. The Sony A7III is equipped with 35 mm full-frame image sensor and the Eye Autofocus feature giving you more detailed image quality.

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ASUS Launches ROG Strix and TUF Gaming AMD B450 Series Motherboards

Manila, Philippines, August 1, 2018 — ASUS announced the availability of its new ROG Strix, Prime and TUF Gaming series motherboards built on the AMD B450 chipset and supporting the latest AMD Ryzen™ processors. 

AMD’s Ryzen platform offers an incredible desktop compute experience with multithreaded horsepower plus accessible overclocking and gaming prowess. Earlier this year, they launched the second-generation Ryzen family with the updated X470 chipset designed to further enhance the performance of higher-end gaming and content creation rigs. Now, AMD is launching the B450 chipset for the new generation of affordable motherboards streamlined for straightforward builds and smaller form factors.

ROG Strix and TUF Gaming series offer new designs and customization options plus intelligent cooling and performance enhancements in an affordable package. The ROG Strix B450-F Gaming elevates the platform with signature features for serious gamers while the TUF B450M-Plus Gaming focuses on essentials and durability.

Despite differences within the series, the ASUS B450 family is bound together by common features and capabilities honed over nearly 30 years of making motherboards. From intelligent tuning to cooling to personalization, ASUS has designed these new motherboards to help users maximize their PC’s potential.

Raise the Game with ROG Strix 

ROG is the original gaming motherboard brand, with roots that go back more than a decade to the very first Crosshair, which was also built for AMD processors. The latest ROG Strix X470-I Gaming and ROG Strix X470-F Gaming motherboards bring the enhanced features and functionality users expect to both mini-ITX and full-size ATX form factors. Both motherboards feature predominantly blacked-out designs inscribed with cyber-text patterns that match other recent ROG hardware. 

The ROG Strix B450-F Gaming stretches across a larger area with more expansion capacity for well-balanced builds. With comprehensive cooling, customization and connectivity options, dual PCIe 3.0 M.2 slots, improved DDR4 memory stability, Aura Sync and much more, this motherboard delivers excellent performance with room left in the budget for accompanying hardware. ROG Strix B450-F Gaming offers guided performance tuning and optimization via intuitive ROG software that makes it easy for experienced and first-time system builders alike to create a unique gaming rig.

TUF Gaming’s new Ryzen recruits

More than just motherboards, TUF has grown into family of gaming components that includes ASUS products alongside hardware from industry partners in the TUF Gaming Alliance. Battle-hardened styling permeates the lineup, letting gamers easily put together a distinctive system that matches inside and out.

While styling sets TUF Gaming apart aesthetically, it also matches the military-grade components populating the PCB. High quality TUF Components comprising MOSFETs, chokes, and capacitors help to ensure long-term durability.  

For B450, ASUS created the TUF B450M-Plus Gaming motherboards based on ATX and micro-ATX form factors. They share the same basic specs, with support for up to 64GB of DDR4-3200 memory, dual graphics cards in CrossFireX, 8-channel HD audio with DTS, and extensive connectivity options.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Model Name		ROG STRIX ROG Strix B450-F Gaming	TUF B450M-PLUS GAMING
CPU		AM4 socket for AMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation/Ryzen™ 1st Generation /Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors
Chipset		AMD B450 Chipset
Form Factor		ATX (12 x 9.6 in.)	mATX (9.6 x 9.6 in.)
Memory		4 / 64 GB DDR4	4 / 64 GB DDR4
		3200 MHz (O.C.)	3200 MHz (O.C.)
Graphics Output		HDMI 2.0b/ DP	HDMI 2.0b/DVI-D
Expansion Slot	PCIe 3.0 x16	2 @ x16 or x8/x4	1 @ x16 or x8
	PCIe 2.0 x 16	1 max @ x4	1 max @ x4
	PCIe 2.0 x1	3	1
Storage & Connectivity	SATA 6Gb/s	6	6
	M.2	1x 2280 (SATA + PCIe 3.0 x4)	1x 22110 (SATA + PCIe 3.0 x4)
		1x 22110 (PCIE 3.0 x4 mode)	N/A
	USB 3.1 Gen 2	2 x Type-A	1x Type-A
	USB 3.1 Gen 1	1 x Type-C at back 3 x Type-A at back 2 x Type-A at front	1x Type-C at back 2x Type-A at back 2x Type-A at front
	USB 2.0	6	6
Networking	Gigabit Ethernet	Intel® I211AT	Realtek® 8111H
	Wireless	N/A	N/A
Audio	Codec	SupremeFX S1220A	Realtek® ALC887
	Effects	Sonic Radar III Sonic Studio III Sonic Studio Link	DTS Custom for GAMING Headsets
Aura	Aura Sync	V	V
	4-pin RGB Header	1	1
	Addressable RGB header	N/A	N/A
Others		Pre-mounted I/O Shield SafeSlot	SafeSlot

AVAILABILITY & PRICING

ASUS B450 based motherboards are available worldwide at leading resellers starting on July 31, 2018.  Pricing are as follows:

Model Name	SRP
ROG STRIX B450-F GAMING	PHP 8,050
TUF B450M-PLUS GAMING	PHP 6,380

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Game of Drones Contest 2nd Flight - Time Trial, Rotorcross and Drone Photography

Exciting exhibition this summer? Check out Game of Drones: 2nd Flight at Circulo Verde this May 26, 2018! Join in or cheer for your favorite high-flying team and watch as the drones compete through time trial, sprint, and a battle for supremacy at the rotorcross finals.

Participants may pre-register by visiting http://bit.do/GameofDrones. The sign-up period started last April 1, 2018 and closes 12 midnight of May 25, 2018. There will be a P1,000 Registration Fee per Category, inclusive of the Game of Drones Kit containing a Pilot Shirt and other freebies. Categories are Time Trial, Rotocross, and Drone Photography.

For Time Trial, a spec/open class category, the winner who will successfully fly their drone on the 300-meter track for one lap within the shortest time will get to take home a cash prize of P30,000. 

Rotocross, a spec class game, participants that will be grouped into batches of four wave to fly their drones through a marked course. The winner will receive P20,000 plus Premium Items from Sponsors!

Lastly, the entries for the Drone Photography contest must be of aerial drone photos taken within the Circulo Verde vicinity. This is the only game without a registration fee, and Interested parties would fill out the online form at http://bit.do/GameofDrones and email their entries to gameofdrones208@gmail.com in high-resolution format, no later than 12 midnight of May 23, 2018. Each submission must include the name of the photographer, the title of the photograph, as well as the model of the drone used. The top 10 entries will be announced via e-mail on May 25, and the winners will be announced during the Game of Drones event.

There will be food stalls and sponsored booths to alleviate the experience. Hobbyists, enthusiasts, novice racers, and anyone who is up for a day of fun are welcome!

For more information, check out the Game of Drones social media pages:
https://www.facebook.com/gameofdrones.ph/
https://www.facebook.com/CirculoVerde.Ortigas/

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Samsung Gear Fit2 Now Available Price Specs Philippines

Samsung new Fitness Band makes it way to the market - Gear Fit2!

Comes in Red, Black and Blue that comes in with Curved Display that around small or large wrist with ease. Has IP68 Water and Dust Resistance Certification.

It Super AMOLED Display is just the right size with great color reproduction that is complimented with Simple UI that can be easily navigated with hardware key on the side, one for menu and one back as well as tap and swipe gestures.

Change the Watch Face depending on your style or Mood by Long Taping the display. Your Fitness Activity are readily available by swiping through the Watch Face. Access Apps and Setting through Menu Hardware key on the side.

Gear Fit2 Tracks your Steps, Exercise, Floors through Standalone GPS tracker. Record your Water and Caffeine Intake as well as may also serves as your Music Player, Timer and Stop Watch. Be always on the loop as you can notified of your calls, message and emails.

Unleash Yourself and be Fit with Samsung Gear Fit 2.

See Also: Samsung Gear IconX

Spotted via SM Cubao Samsung Concept Store for 8,490 Pesos!

Samsung Gear Fit2 Specs
Water and Dust Resistant
IP68

Display
1.5” Touch Curved sAMOLED
216 x 432

AP
Dual-core (1GHz Dual)

Memory
RAM: 512MB
Storage: 4GB

Compatibility
Android 4.4/ 1.5GB RAM↑

Connectivity
Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity

Battery
200mAh
Typical usage time : 3~4 days
Standby time : Up to 5 days
GPS battery time : Up to 9 hours
*Battery time is based on our own laboratory measurements, and may vary depending on factors such as device settings, usage patterns and operating conditions.

Sensor
GPS, HR, Accelerometer, Gyro, Barometer

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Samsung Gear IconX Now Available! Price Specs Philippines

Samsung new Wireless Fitness Earbuds - Gear Icon X is Now Available!

Gear Icon X is very nifty fitness companion with no cords that lets you listen you music while getting fit by tracking your activities.

Snug in your ears by mixing and matching the different-sized eartips and wingtips to get that perfect fit. Water Resistant and Splash Resistant for up with its P2i Nano Coating.

Control with a touch by tapping or swippig. Single Tap to Play or Pause Music, Double Tap for Next Track or Answer Calls, Triple Tap for Previous Track, Swipe for Volume Up or Down and Tap and Hold for Menu Readout.

Track your activity and get updates on essential data from speed, distance and duration to heart rate and calories burnt via a dedicated voice guide. Sync it via Bluetooth with your smartphone after workouts so you can check your stats and monitor progress on the S Health app.

Ambient sound mode lets you hear your tunes while still able to hear your surroundings to be vigilant at all times.

It is one of the smallest Music Player you will have with 4GB Storage (3.5GGB Usable) for up to 1000 music tracks to store.

Comes with a unique case, that doubles as a charger, you can power your Gear IconX while it's resting, letting you launch into those extensive workout sessions with a good soundtrack without missing a beat.

In White, Black and Blue.

Spotted via Samsung Concept Store Cubao and retails for 8,290 Pesos!

Gear IconX is the best Fitness Earbuds - small, portable and gets you fit while listening to your tunes with great intuitive controls. Not a fitness aficionado but I want one. Will This be your fitness companion?

Dimension
Earbud: 18.9 x 26.4 x 26.0 mm
Case: 35.3 x 30.3 x 92 mm

Water Resistant
Splash Resistant (P2i Nano Coating)

Storage
4GB
*Usable memory is less than 3.5GB.
*Can play up to 1,000 music tracks.

Connectivity
BT 4.1 (BLE)

Sensor
Heart Rate, Accelerometer, Capacitive Touch

Audio Spec
Frequency Range: 20~20 kHz
Speaker Sensitivity: 89.5 dB ± 3 dB / 1mW
Speaker Impedance: 16 ohm

Microphone
2 per earbud

Codec
Audio Playing Format
MP3, M4A, AAC, WAV, WMA (WMA v9)

Compatibility
Android 4.4, RAM 1.5GB RAM ↑

Battery
Earbuds: 47mAh
Case: 315mAh

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