Porsche Design and AOC unveil the Porsche Design AOC AGON PD27 Curved Gaming Monitor!

AOC collaborates with Porsche Design to introduce the first ever Porsche Design AOC AGON PD27 Curved Gaming Monitor!

Porsche Design AOC AGON PD27 Curved Gaming Monitor

Porsche Design AOC AGON PD27 sports racing-influenced design with Metal Casting Post and Frameless Bezel-less Display. Its silver-coloured stand is similar to those used in actual sports cars not just for design but also for stability, durability and endurance, staying true to Porsche Design’s design philosophy.

“With its linear and purist design that blends form and function, the Porsche Design AOC AGON PD27 is a perfect embodiment of the brand’s DNA and overarching design philosophy. Combined with AOC AGON’s innovative and cutting-edge technologies, the new monitor is developed for gamers seeking optimal performance that doesn’t compromise on style,” says Roland Heiler, Chief Design Officer at Porsche Design.

Porsche Design AOC AGON PD27 Design

“We’re proud and elated to announce the first result of our new partnership with Porsche Design: the Porsche Design AOC AGON PD27 monitor. AOC’s proven expertise in display technologies is a great match with Porsche Design’s exceptional approach to design. Gamers around the world will be thrilled to experience this great product both in design and outstanding gaming performance,” says Stefan Sommer, Director Marketing and Business Management at AOC Europe.

Porsche Design AOC AGON PD27 Curved Gaming Monitor

Complimenting its killer looks, it packs performance and wide range of functionalities. Houses a Curved 27-inch with QHD resolution (2560x1440) for superior picture quality and sharp visuals certified with VESA’s DisplayHDR 400, gives off rich lifelike colours and a wide dynamic range for immersive viewing surrounding the user with its tight curvature of 1000R (1m radius) for center of the action viewing.  To create that gaming vibe, the PD27  highlights the front–changing its colour depending on the game situation by projecting Porsche Design or AGON logo dynamically on the table surface.

Porsche Design AOC AGON PD27 Gaming

Gamers would surely need to consider the PD27.  Gets 240 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms GtG and 0.5 ms MPRT pixel response times for smooth, fluid, ghosting-free and free of tearing gaming experience enhanced with AMD’s FreeSync Premium Pro. Has 550 nits high brightness of its VA panel that is fit for gameplay at any lighting conditions.

Ambient Light FX Projected Logo

Other notable features of PD27, has a wireless (IR) keypad shaped like a centre console to access monitor settings and gaming presets. Features 5W stereo speakers with DTS sound to stimulate your sense of hearing to match your gaming visuals. For connectivity is has a 4-port USB 3.2 hub, 2x HDMI 2.0 and 2x DisplayPort 1.4 inputs.

The Porsche Design AOC AGON PD27 is said to be available in mid of November 2020 in select Porsche Design stores, specialist retailers and online at www.porsche-design.com and selected retail online shops with an RRP of EUR 799 (more or less 46000 Pesos). No word yet on when hit will be release for the Philippine Market. Will try to get information from AOC Philippines on this so stay tuned.

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Samsung Galaxy Fold gets September 18 Launch in Singapore

Look what we have here Geeks! The New Samsung Galaxy Fold!

My friend sent me this as he was really excited to get hold of the new Samsung Galaxy Fold!

The New Galaxy Fold is envision to provide a new mobile experience with mobility and multi-tasking featuring a transformative design where it is a fusion of smartphone and tablet features. When closed, you get essential smartphone needs on its 4.6” HD+ Super AMOLED Display and when opened, you get an immersive entertainment by watching videos, playings games, and more, on its 7.3-inch Infinity Flex Display.

To match it unique form-factor and design, Samsung also work on a unique foldable UX, versatile camera and premium performance. Transforms how you capture, share, and edit mobile content with App Continuity - capture shot while it's portable as a smartphone and view it on a wider display for best editing like you do on a tablet. My friend told me that there is a line between the two screen but it was not noticeable and not bothersome while he was using the device. He was really excited when he was trying it out for the first time.

Powering the device is a powerful Snapdragon 855 7nm Octa-Core Processor matched with 12GB RAM and 512GB Internal Storage UFS 3.0. This internal setup should guarantee a smooth android experience whatever apps and games you will run.

Camera capabilities is also not a push over with primary Triple Camera that is also found on the S10 and S10 - 12MP Wide-angle f1.5 - f/2.4 Camera; 12MP Telephoto f2.4 Camera; and 16MP Ultra Wide f2.2 Camera. As for the front, it holds Dual camera setup of 10MP Selfie f2.2 Camera and an 8MP RGB Depth f1.8 Camera. There is also a camera on the cover which is also same as at 10MP. Definitely this incredible device will take extraordinary photo and video outputs that can be readily edit and shared to please anyone that looks at your content.

Complete set of advance connectivity from wireless to direct connections. It comes with WiFi ax HE80 MIMO 1024QAM, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS, and will come in 4G and 5G models (market dependent). Will be making use of USB Type-C for its data and charging. Features fingerprint and facial recognition security. Carries a 4380mAh battery that supports fast charging for wired and wireless as well as wireless share.

My friend is in Singapore and accordingly the device is to be launch there in Sept 18, 2019 in Cosmos Black and Space Silver for 3,088 SGD. 5G-ready models will be launch in select countries. No word yet if it will be release for the Philippine Market.

Samsung Galaxy Fold Specs:
Display
Main Display:
7.3 inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED Display (4.2:3) Infinity Flex Display, 2152x1536
Cover Display:
4.6 inch HD+ Super AMOLED Display (21:9), 1680x720
Internal Hardware
Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) Processor
Adreno 640 GPU
12GB RAM
512GB Internal Storage UFS 3.0
Rear Cameras:
12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS
12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, AF, OIS, 2x optical zoom
16 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), 1.0µm
Supported with LED Flash

Selfie Cameras:
Cover Camera:
10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1.22µm
Dual Front Camera:
10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1.22µm
8 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1.22µm, RGB depth sensor
Connectivity:
LTE model: Enhanced 2X2 MIMO, 6CA, LAA, LTE Cat.18
5G model: Non-Standalone (NSA), Sub6
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax HE80 MIMO, 1024QAM
Bluetooth 5.0
GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou
NFC
USB-Type C Port
BatteryLTE model: 4380mAh (typical) dual battery
5G model: 4235mAh (typical) dual battery
Fast Charging compatible on wired and wireless
Wireless PowerShare

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OPPO Set to Unveil the All-New A9 and A5 2020, Made for Pure Entertainment

Get ready Geeks! Oppo is set to launch Oppo A9 2020 and A5 2020! Oppo’s latest offering features top-grade photography,  audio and gaming capabilities as well as long-lasting battery in a eye-catching design. Oppo A Series will offer much to the highly competitive Philippine Smartphone Market.

If you should know OPPO is now the leading smartphone brand in the country in terms of market share at 28% in Q2 of 2019 according to Canalys report.

The new OPPO A Series offers more possibilities for Filipinos in achieving their fullest potential - An all-around entertainment smartphone. Promising a full-entertainment experience, the A9 2020 sports a 6.5-inch HD+ 1600 x 720 pixels display and packs Quad Cameras, Dolby Atmos Dual Stereo Speakers, 8GB RAM with up to 128GB internal storage that is powered by Snapdragon 665 processor, and a large 5000mAh Battery. 

The smartphone’s Quad Camera setup satisfies users’ needs for all shooting angles and  scenarios - with 48MP as a primary camera with f/1.79 aperture; an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.25 aperture; a 2MP depth sensor f/2.4 aperture and a 2MP macro sensor with f/2.4 aperture. It has an Ultra Night Mode 2.0, Ultra-Wide photography, and a whole range of Artistic Portrait Modes. Shooting video is also better with 4K video - clearer videos with more vivid colors and less latency combined with Video Stability technology things are more stable and so more professional video output.

As for the A5 2020, comes with specifications that suit users looking for a smartphone that meet their basic smartphone needs with similar Quad Camera Setup plus 8MP Front Camera, 4GB RAM with up to 128GB internal storage, and with the same Snapdragon 665 chipset and 5,000mAh Ultra Battery.

The OPPO A Series Philippine launch is set on September 19, 2019. Additionally, to top celebration off for the upgraded A series, OPPO will be unveiling the first ever endorser for the best-selling A series who perfectly embodies the all-new A series offering. Now who could that be? Hmmm…

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Power Mac Center iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus and Apple Watch Series 2 Grand Launch.

Premier Apple partner Power Mac Center organized a grand launching event for the latest iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus as well as the latest Series2 Apple Watch  at midnight of November 11, 2016 held at Power Mac Center Greenbelt 3 in Makati City.

Celebrities and brand ambasssadors graced the event - Champ Lui Pio, Director Brillante Mendoza, Chienna Filomeno, Jeric Teng, Marc Nelson, Jay Contreras, and Raimund Marasigan.

Apple fans started lining up for the latest iPhone 7 very early in the afternoon as the first buyers would get exclusive gifts. First 22 customers to buy an iPhone 7 would get 7,000 Pal Mabuhay Miles, Adam Elements iKlips iOS Storage, UAG Rugged Case, thecoopidea lightning cable, Whoosh cleaning kit, Belkin Screen Protector and Bobino cable organizer. Buyers of the Series 2 Apple Watch would also get gifts such as 4,500 Pal Mabuhay Miles, Spigen Protector and thecoopidea mount station. While waiting, musical stylings with sync session created a party vibe.

As soon as the time strike 12 Midnight, Power Mac Center opens its doors and lucky customers got first dibs on the latest iPhone  7 and New Series 2 Apple Watch.

iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus is Now Available with Power Mac Center. Get the latest iPhone from the most trusted dealer of Apple Products. iPhone 7 is price at 37,990 for 32GB, 43,990 for 128GB, and 49,990 for 256GB. As for iPhone 7 Plus, 32GB cost 44,990, 128GB 50,990 and 256GB for 56,990.

The New Series 2 Apple Watch is now being offered in stylish bands, leather and stainless steel as well as Nike and Ceramic Cases. Series  2 Apple Watch is priced for 20,990 for 38mm while the 42mm at 22,490. Apple Watch Edition is priced for 69,990 for 38mm and 72,990 for 42mm.

You could check them out at Power Mac Center near you. Demo units are readily available so you could test and see for yourself what iPhone 7 has to offer, same goes to what the new series 2 Apple Watch.

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