A Ride Worth Noting with Samsung and Uber

Five lucky Uber riders went home with a Samsung Galaxy Note5! through the Galaxy Note5 Lucky 5 on A Ride Promo, a Partnership between Samsung and Uber. It came as a surprise that on their booked Uber ride, they would bring home a sweet surprise, Samsung latest flagship productivity tool equipped with the most efficient and reliable internal as well as professional-grade camera – Samsung Galaxy Note5. Without their knowledge, their booking made them instant participants for the promo, where they were selected when he or she booked a car at select locations. It was truly a matter of being at the right place at the right time.

One of the winners, Katrina Ronwaldo, gushed “How lucky can I get?  All I really wanted was a quick ride but hey, I won’t say no to Samsung’s newest baby—I’ve just had the Galaxy Note5 for a few days and I’m totally blown away by it. It has all sorts of fun features and apps that have made my life so much easier and better – from a really useful S-Pen to a very powerful camera and really fast charging.  It’s a pity I only learned about the Galaxy Note5 now—it’s what I’ve always needed.”

“We at Samsung like surprising people with possibilities that they never thought existed—like getting a cutting-edge smartphone in the most unexpected way.  Through this promo with Uber, we hope to open people’s eyes to infinite possibilities out there, which they will also discover once they get their hands on the Galaxy Note5,” said Patty Rodriguez, Samsung Product Marketing Head.

Truly a Ride Worth Noting with their Brand New Samsung Galaxy Note5! #MomentOfNote

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Samsung Galaxy Studio Opens Showcases Gear S2 and more

November 26, 2015 - Samsung invades SM Mall of Asia Globe for the exclusive launch of its Samsung Galaxy Studio, a space where their most innovative are visually presented and is open for experience. With every turn of the corner, get a chance to try out their edgy and noteworthy mobile devices, their newest revolutionary wearable, Audio and Multimedia accessories and immersive visuals.

 “Our starting point was a deep understanding of our consumers—what they wanted & what they really needed from their mobile device ecosystem. From there, we created technology designed to address their ever-evolving needs; but we also wanted to present these solutions in a way that sought to transform their usage experience, based on Samsung’s distinct brand of innovation,” explains Chad Sotelo, Head of Corporate Marketing at Samsung Electronics Philippines.

Samsung welcomed members of the media and celebrities to a unique visual display, transforming the SM Mall of Asia LED Globe into the world’s largest smartwatch, with real-life interactive stunts that demonstrated just how the new Gear S2 gets better with every turn.

Beautiful people captured by a beautiful smartphone. Francis Libiran For Gear S2. Samsung ambassadors and influencers show off their Gear S2.

The event introduced Samsung’s latest ambassadors and partnerships for Gear S2. Demonstrating the stylistic appeal of Gear S2 as a wearable tech accessory were internationally-recognized fashion-designer Francis Libiran, Top Fashion Photographer BJ Pascual, global Fashion Journalist & Blogger Ingrid Chua-Go, international model Kelsey Merritt, Radio DJ Andi Manzano, Top Lifestyle Bloggers Cecile Zamora Van Straten & Kelly Misa, and Club DJ & model Callum David. Bringing to life how the Gear S2 supports the active lifestyle of fitness enthusiasts were actor and triathlete Victor Basa, Top Fashion & Sports photographer and fitness evangelist Xander Angeles, together with the rest of his TriSixFiv triathlon team, as well as five of the top coaches from CrossfitMNL. Samsung Galaxy brand ambassador Liz Uy, as well as Rajo Laurel, Bubbles Paraiso, Carla Humphries, and many others who celebrated the successful launch.

CrossfitMNL

Leading jeweler Marilou Co of Marilou Jewellery created a strap that is encrusted with 200 VVS diamonds meticulously hand-set on genuine black calfskin leather, and complimented by an 18K platinum white gold lockset which was exclusively on display that evening was valued at PHP20million to commemorate the event.

 “We wanted to highlight what makes the Gear S2 a stunning, fashionable piece of wearable technology, and to underscore that, we paired it with a stunning diamond strap designed by acclaimed jeweler Marilou Co,” said Digs Dimagiba, Business Unit Head for IT & Mobile Business of Samsung Electronics Philippines.

Guests were given a preview of Gear S2 in-development technology where it was connected to Limited Edition Volkswagen Beetle 1.4L Turbo via a third party app that lets users to lock and unlock the vehicle from his or her Gear S2.

The crowning jewel of the Samsung Galaxy Studio is, of course, the Gear S2 hub which allows guests to experience the revolutionary smartwatch with its fine craftsmanship, design, rotating bezel and features of the active Gear S2 and premium Gear S2 Classic. With its bright 1.2-inch Super AMOLED display with customize-able watch faces. Monitor your vital signs and activity levels with S Health App. Experience the fitness tracking capabilities of the Gear S2 through a stationary bike provided by Trek Bikes.

Read More >>> Samsung Gear S2 Impressions

As you turn you, the Galaxy Note 5 hub will allow visitors to experience the all-powerful S-Pen with fun activities like badge-making contest and caricature art-making activities.

Take another turn and leads you to Galaxy S6 edge+ hub where with its 5.7-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED display, they are able to watch movies and play games in virtual reality virtual reality with Samsung Gear VR.

Onto the next corner is Samsung Level On Pro hub for audiophiles and music enthusiasts for aural experience of Samsung’s premium wireless headphones, earphones and speakers – with music spun through Samsung’s new music production & mixing app for smartphones - Samsung Soundcamp.

So What are you waiting for! Visit the Samsung Galaxy Studio from November 27 to December 5, 2015 at the SM Mall of Asia Cyberzone to experience the latest in Samsung’s mobile device innovations.

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Samsung Addresses Your Battery Needs - Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+

MANILA, Philippines - What is one important question that a shopper never fails to ask when out looking for a new smartphone? It’s this - How long does the battery last? Consumers and reviewers often go head over heels for the fastest processor chip, the brightest & clearest display, the most advanced camera functions, and the latest OS upgrades -- but all that will be for nothing if your smartphone’s battery can’t hold up. The battery indeed counts a lot because if you don’t get a day's worth of life from it, the device is almost pretty useless. In fact, a battery is never too much – it's almost always too little.

But what if there's a way to have the latest technology, advanced features -- and a long battery life to boot? Haven’t you always wished for a powerful smartphone with a battery that lasts longer than a just few hours? We take for granted how our devices are powerless (pun intended) without the battery. Samsung says that it's time to celebrate the battery by granting your wish.

Samsung cuts the need for multiple, constant recharging of your mobile device with its innovations in battery technology & power management. Particularly for its latest flagship smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy Note5 & Galaxy S6 edge+ are both powered by a hulking 3,000mAh battery, which provides enough energy to get through a day's worth of intensive activities and the battery’s power consumption is kept in check by its powerful and efficient processor. The Galaxy Note5 & Galaxy S6 edge+ both run on the latest and most powerful processor developed by Samsung, the 64-bit Exynos Octa-Core 7420 chip with 14nm technology, and a whopping 4GB of RAM.

Samsung Galaxy Note5 & Galaxy S6 edge+ are also both equipped with Ultra Fast Charging technology which shortens charging time taking out the habit of wall-huggers.

With Wired Adaptive Fast Charger, both devices can reach 100% from an empty battery in just 90 minutes – which is up to 2.5x faster than other brands. They also come with Built-in Fast Wireless Charging capability. When used with the Samsung Fast Wireless Charging Pad, both devices can charge from empty to full in just 120 minutes, which is ~33% faster than the previous model.

Simply put, Samsung has the cure for the wall-hugging charging junkie. Samsung's continuing innovations in battery technology & power management give users more freedom and less dependence from power banks, emergency cables, and USB slots. With Samsung, you'll be able to do more, and worry less over your battery.

There will still be inevitable moments when there are no slots, sockets, or battery packs available for a quick energy fix. Again, with Samsung, you can extend your smartphone’s battery to its limits through the industry-leading Ultra Power Saving Mode. By switching to this mode, your Samsung device will shift your screen to grayscale and minimize all background apps, while still letting you take & receive calls, SMS, access the internet, and select apps like Facebook™ & WhatsApp™.

READ ALSO: Samsung UNPACKED 2015 Samsung Galaxy Note5 & Galaxy S6 edge+

With the Samsung Galaxy Note5 & Galaxy S6 edge+ you can have the freedom to live a life practically free from your charging cables. Visit www.nextisnow.ph to learn more, or go to the nearest Samsung Experience Store to make the switch now. The Galaxy Note5 32GB retails for PHP36,990 SRP, while the Galaxy S6 edge+ retails for P39,990 (32GB) and P44,990 (64GB) SRP.

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Two Reasons Why Get Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+

There are two main reasons why you should get on the phablet train: the Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+. With many brands taking Samsung's lead - now also offering large screen devices - it’s not only a question of whether you should choose to go big – but it’s also about knowing which device offers fearless innovations that truly fit your lifestyle best.

Bigger Style, More Substance

Samsung sought to reimagine the traditional smartphone aesthetic for its newest smartphones to offer significant improvements by way of design.

The seamless integration of glass and metal created a distinct timeless stylish look as well as durable with great ergonomics. Taking next level in terms of design and aesthetics that embodied by Samsung Galaxy Note5 and S6 edge+.

The introduction of the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge earlier this year created an unmatched stylish footprint that blurred the line between fashion and technology. The leading-edge innovation of the world’s first dual-edge display, and the perfect balance of contrasting glass and metal materials married design and functionality so well. What Samsung created were smartphones designed to reflect an exquisite eye for design – making them stylish statements for their users.

Now the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+, with its 5.7” screen, has the distinction of having the world’s biggest dual edge display. With more screen, watching movies or playing games becomes a truly immersive multimedia experience - coupled with UHQ (Ultra High Quality) audio upscaling, completing full entertainment experience. Its curved screen offers unique accessibility and functionality with Apps Edge which gives quick access to your favourite apps, and People Edge that able to communicate fast with your preferred contacts.

The Samsung Galaxy Note5, on the other hand, is the 5th iteration of the smartphone that single-handedly created the phablet segment, comfortably anchored on its heritage of being a powerful productivity device. Its indispensability lies in its hallmark feature, the enhanced S-Pen, which has improved writing and precision capabilities, and a variety of practical tools. With the Off-Screen Memo, users can quickly jot down ideas or information using the S-Pen even while the screen is off. Users can now more easily annotate PDFs, capture lengthy web articles or long images via the new Screen Write. Even the Action Memo introduced way back in the Galaxy Note 3 is now made more intuitive in linking writing to actions.

Now, Galaxy Note5 users can further maximize the productivity from their S-Pen through the new SideSync – which makes connecting your phablet to your PC or Mac easy, like never before. Equipped with features like Drag & Drop, instant file sharing is as easy as a click & drag.

More than just hype -- it’s what’s inside that counts

Of course, next to design is unmatched hardware, as both devices are packed with remarkably the best display, the most advanced camera, longer battery life, and faster charging.

Both the Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+ share a 5.7-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED Display with sharp, crisp and an all around stunning visual experience. Under the hood, a powerful 64-bit Exynos Octa-core Processor with 14nm technology and 4GB RAM means a smoother, seamless user-experience and without heating issues.

Get most from their camera as both come with 16MP and 5MP rear/front camera combo with aperture size of f1.9 that produces stunning shots even in low light. For more creative control, manual camera settings is available.

Having the best display, the most advanced camera, and a full suite of productivity features would be for naught if your smartphone’s battery life could not keep up with your lifestyle’s needs. That will never be a problem as Samsung powers both the Galaxy Note5 and S6 edge+ with 3,000mAh battery, supports Adaptive Fast Charging and has built-in Fast Wireless Charging. For times when you need to be on-the-go, you can get up to 4 hours of battery life in just a 10-minute charge. You can also get a 100% charge in 90 minutes using the Adaptive Fast Charger (up to 2.5x faster than other brands), or 100% charge in 120minutes using the Fast Wireless Charger (~33% faster than the previous Samsung Wireless Charger). If you’re out without your charger, you can always rely on Samsung’s Ultra Power Saving Mode to extend your battery to its limits, and still be able to receive and take calls, SMS, access the internet, and selected apps.

All that said, the distinction between each phablet also splits into its unique core capabilities: the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ being the top choice for those who lead multimedia-savvy and fast-paced lifestyles, and the Galaxy Note5 being that for productivity-seeking users who want to be able to do and achieve more.

Bottom-line? You can’t go wrong with either—but it will all depend on what your lifestyle demands from your smartphone. The choice ultimately comes down to which Samsung phablet fits you. And whichever Samsung Galaxy phablet you choose, rest assured that that you’re giving yourself, quite literally, a massive upgrade in terms of style and functionality that no other brand can deliver -- no hype here, just the real deal.

Priced for : 

36,990 - Note5 Gold / Black 

39,990 - S6 Edge + (32GB) Platinum Gold / Silver Platinum 

40,990 - S6 Edge + (64GB) Platinum Gold / Silver Platinum

Also Available with Globe Telecom and Smart Communications...

Samsung Galaxy Note5 Specs

Android 5.1.1 Lollipop

TouchWiz UI

5.7 inch Quad HD Super AMOLED Display

Samsung Exynos 7420 64-bit Octa-Core Processor

Mali T-760 GPU

4GB LPDDR4 RAM

32GB Internal Storage

16MP Rear Camera, f1.9 aperture, OIS

Dual-LED Flash

5MP Front Camera f1.9 aperture

Dual-SIM, Dual LTE

LTE Cat6 Cat9 / HSPA+ / 3G

WiFi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, 2.4GHz / 5.0GHz MIMO (2×2)

Bluetooth 4.2 LE

GPS, aGPS, GLONASS

NFC, ANT+

USB-OTG

One-Click Easy Access SPEN

3000mAh Battery

Samsung Galaxy S6 edge + Specs:

Android 5.1.1 Lollipop

TouchWiz UI

Dual-Edge 5.7 inch Quad HD Super AMOLED Display

Samsung Exynos 7420 64-bit Octa-Core Processor

Mali T-760 GPU

4GB LPDDR4 RAM

32GB / 64GB Internal Storage

16MP Rear Camera, f1.9 aperture, OIS

Dual-LED Flash

5MP Front Camera f1.9 aperture

Dual-SIM, Dual LTE

LTE Cat6 Cat9 / HSPA+ / 3G

WiFi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, 2.4GHz / 5.0GHz MIMO (2×2)

Bluetooth 4.2 LE

GPS, aGPS, GLONASS

NFC, ANT+

USB-OTG

3000mAh Battery

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Samsung S Carpet - Noteworthy Edge Making Fashion Technology

September 1, 2015 at SM Aura SMX Convention Center, Samsung launch of this year’s most anticipated smartphones Samsung Galaxy Note5 and S6 Edge+. They have partnered with Fashion and Design Council of the Philippines (FDCP) to bring forth the S CARPET event featuring an interactive digital fashion show that illustrated the marriage of style and technology as well as supporting of Filipino artistry and creativity. Samsung Electronics Philippines also presented the first-ever Samsung Noteworthy Award, and the first-ever Samsung Edge Maker Awards.

The event was hosted by the ever beautiful Solenn Heusaff.

Acclaimed designers Avel Bacudio, James Reyes, Ivarluski Aseron, Vic Barba, Joey Samson, and Anthony Nocom opened the show by unveiling the White Pearl Collection. Designers sketching their designs on a blank canvass using Samsung Galaxy Note5 with the SPen.

Mirroring the elegant glass and metal finish of the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+, Silver Titanium & Gold Platinum Collection by Jerome Ang, Joel Escober, Ramon Esteban, Gerry Katigbak, Pablo Cabahug, Kristel Yulo, Ronaldo Arnaldo, Happy Andrada, Hindy Tantoco, and Noel Crisostomo followed.

Taking their traditional terno, reinventing traditional into modern, closing the show works of art by designers Dong Omaga-Diaz, Frederick Peralta, JC Buendia, Jojie Lloren, Randy Ortiz, and Albert Andrada.

“Empowered by digital technology, this generation is open to taking more risks, to push the boundaries of their preconceived limits. A big part of that is because there are brands like Samsung that empower consumers to do more by making it easier to capture, create, and share cherished moments of note,” ends Digs Dimagiba, Business Unit Head of the IT & Mobile Division of Samsung Electronics Philippines.

Acknowledging noteworthy individual whose unmatched achievements are true moments of note; as well the catalysts of this generation who dared to push boundaries, and drive their passions to the edge, Samsung presented the Samsung Noteworthy Awardee and Edge Maker Awardees.

“Putting the spotlight on these notable individuals was a way for Samsung to be true to its commitment of being enablers of consumers through relentless innovation in mobile technology. The Samsung Noteworthy award is given to an individual who has been able to create a lasting mark in his field by being relentlessly driven to do more and ultimately achieve more. On the other hand, the Samsung Edge Maker award is given to distinct individuals who are known for pushing boundaries, and passionately honing their crafts to their finest. Recognizing these individuals also paves the way for Samsung to continuously innovate and empower different lifestyles through our mobile devices,” says Chad Sotelo, Head of Corporate Marketing at Samsung Electronics Philippines.

Philippine Prince of Fashion Inno Sotto, with more than 30 years of creating magic in the fashion industry and being every bride’s dream designer, his achievements extend beyond ultimately making his mark in international fashion, took home the first-ever Samsung Noteworthy award.

Samsung also recognized some of this generation’s catalysts who serve as inspirations.

First is is top fashion photographer Xander Angeles with an acclaimed portfolio marked by edginess, sensuality, and irreverent display of light and color. He has also gone on a personal mission to actively pursue running and healthy living.

Next is premier celebrity fashion stylist Liz Uy. An ultimate fashion authority, she serves as Preview magazine’s editor-at-large, and has a client roster that includes some of the country’s top stars.

Included on the list is award-winning actress Iza Calzado. Aside from her timeless beauty, Iza is known for her prowess in acting which has won her awards from Gawad Urian and Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Foundation Awards to name a few. This year, she went beyond her TV & film career, with her successful stage debut via the musical “Sabel: Love and Passion.”

Last but not the least is fashion journalist Ingrid Chua-Go. Her blog Bag Hag Diaries has garnered international following which spans across Europe and the United States.

Multimedia personality Bianca Gonzalez-Intal is also an awardee being a household name when it comes to TV hosting. Truly a woman of substance and diverse passions, she is Meg magazine’s editor-at-large, a best-selling book author, and has also been a UNICEF supporter since 2007. She was not able to grace the event.

Tessa Prieto Valdes experiencing the new Samsung Galaxy Note5

It was a great event filled with inspiration and a fusion of fashion and technology. Celebrities as well as tech bloggers and media graced the event. Samsung Level Accessories were also seen for the first time.

Read More: new Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 Edge Plus

Samsung Wireless  Chargers and  Samsung Power Bank

Level U Headset

Swarovski for Samsung

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Samsung Unpacked 2015 Philippines: Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge Plus

Samsung Philippines held a localized Unpacked event yesterday announcing #TheNextGalaxy, the Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge +.

The new Galaxy Note 5 features a full metal body with curved glass back and comes with one-touch easy access SPen. As for the Galaxy S6 edge +, it comes with a unique dual-edge curved display also in full metal body. The two offers immersive visuals with great contrast and colors at 5.7 QuadHD Super AMOLED Display toughen with Gorilla Glass 4.

In terms of hardware, they share the same internal specifications with Samsung Exynos 7420 64bit Octa-Core Processor and Mali T-760 GPU complimented with 4GB LPDDR4 RAM. The Samsung Galaxy Note5 will only come in 32GB Internal Storage while for the Galaxy S6 edge + will have 32GB and 64GB models. microSD slot is not available.

For their optics, they come with 16MP and 5MP rear/front camera combo with aperture size of f1.9 that should improve your captures and video even in low light conditions. With Optical Image Stabilization, it lessens that chances of taking blurred photos or videos.

They also share the same connectivity arrangements with WiFi ac MIMO, Bluetooth 4.2, ANT+, GPS and NFC. Both phones supports LTE for internet on the go. Samsung said they will be releasing Dual Sim variant that support Dual LTE.

As for battery life, both phones will pack a 3000mAh non-removable battery that supports Qi Wireless charging and quick charge.

Samsung Galaxy Note5

Main difference on both phones lies in SPen and Dual Edge Display. With Samsung Galaxy Note5 featuring the click-to-pull-out SPen for quick note taking and scribbling. The New Air Command menu from which the most essential features of the phone plus up to three additional apps can be accessed when you pop up the pen. New Smart Select feature to easily clip content you want to edit, save, and share. Screen Write function allows users to scroll capture entire pages of content. Galaxy Note5’s Unique Screen Off Memo allows you to just pull out the pen and make a quick memo on a black screen.

Samsung Galaxy S6 edge +

For the Galaxy S6 edge +, you have easy access to your contacts via the dual-edge screens just like s6 edge. A new App Edge is now added so that you can easily have quick access to your favorite Apps which you can customize according to your liking.
#TheNextGalaxyPH +Samsung Mobile

The Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge + will be available for preview and pre-order on August 17- 30, 2015 on Samsung Concept Stores. Priced for :
36,990 - Note5 Gold / Black
39,990 - S6 Edge + (32GB) Platinum Gold / Silver Platinum
40,990 - S6 Edge + (64GB) Platinum Gold / Silver Platinum

If you Pre-order, you will get the following:
Qi Fast Wireless Charger (2,299)
Clear View Cover
MicroUSB Connector OTG
Malayan Insurance - 1 year Accidental, Theft, Water Damage
500 Pesos Uber
Extended 2 Year Warranty

Smart Communications also takes pre-orders for Galaxy Note5 and S6 edge +.

Smart Pre-order Page 

Ohh Look Globe is Accepting Pre-Orders too...

Samsung Galaxy Edge + and Galaxy Note5 Globe Pre-Order Page 

Here Photos from Samsung Unpacked event:

#TheNextGalaxyPH Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note5
Posted by Geekschicksten on Friday, August 14, 2015

Samsung Galaxy Note5 Specs
Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
TouchWiz UI
5.7 inch Quad HD Super AMOLED Display
Samsung Exynos 7420 64-bit Octa-Core Processor
Mali T-760 GPU
4GB LPDDR4 RAM
32GB Internal Storage
16MP Rear Camera, f1.9 aperture, OIS
Dual-LED Flash
5MP Front Camera f1.9 aperture
Dual-SIM, Dual LTE
LTE Cat6 Cat9 / HSPA+ / 3G
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, 2.4GHz / 5.0GHz MIMO (2×2)
Bluetooth 4.2 LE
GPS, aGPS, GLONASS
NFC, ANT+
USB-OTG
One-Click Easy Access SPEN
3000mAh Battery

Samsung Galaxy S6 edge + Specs:
Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
TouchWiz UI
Dual-Edge 5.7 inch Quad HD Super AMOLED Display
Samsung Exynos 7420 64-bit Octa-Core Processor
Mali T-760 GPU
4GB LPDDR4 RAM
32GB / 64GB Internal Storage
16MP Rear Camera, f1.9 aperture, OIS
Dual-LED Flash
5MP Front Camera f1.9 aperture
Dual-SIM, Dual LTE
LTE Cat6 Cat9 / HSPA+ / 3G
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, 2.4GHz / 5.0GHz MIMO (2×2)
Bluetooth 4.2 LE
GPS, aGPS, GLONASS
NFC, ANT+
USB-OTG
3000mAh Battery

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