Smartphones
HUAWEI nova 13 series: Philippines price, availability
Preorders now open with freebies until January 30
The HUAWEI nova 13 series is now official in the Philippines, with preorders available from January 17 to 30.
The series is comprised of three variants: the HUAWEI nova 13 Pro, HUAWEI nova 13, and HUAWEI nova 13i.
Customers can purchase the nova 13 Pro (12GB+512GB) for PhP 32,999 and the nova 13 (12GB+512GB) for PhP 24,999. Both models come with a free HUAWEI WATCH GT 4.
The aforementioned variants are available for preorder on Lazada, Shopee, TikTok, and the HUAWEI Online Store and Experience Stores.
Meanwhile, the nova 13i (8GB+256GB), the “lite” variant, is available online for PhP 12,999. It comes with a free HUAWEI FreeBuds SE 2. The offers are available only until January 30.
AI-powered Portrait Camera
All models under the nova 13 series features AI-driven technology to enhance portrait photography.
With groundbreaking AI Best Expression, users can take better moments as it analyzes burst shots to choose the best expressions. This ensures everyone in the photo looks their best. It even adjusts eyes that are closed or slightly off.
The AI feature works alongside the XD Portrait Engine, which refines portraits by focusing on dimensions such as shape, texture, and glow to preserve true beauty and highlight natural features.
Moreover, there are multiple portrait modes, including Natural, Delicate, and Stylish. These are designed for different scenarios to ensure a personalized touch to every shot.
Specifically, the series debuts a 50MP Adjustable Aperture Camera on the rear, featuring a wide range of focal lengths. With excellent adaptability and up to 5X Portrait Zoom, the nova 13 series is poised to deliver cinematic-quality portraits.
In front is a 60MP ultra-wide front camera supported by QPD Full-Pixel Precise Focus for sharp detail.
Users can also achieve clear shots with the help of OIS on the camera system, as well as 3X Optical Telephoto Zoom with OIS for medium to long distances.
Safe, intelligent, efficient mobile experience
The HUAWEI nova 13 series is powered by EMUI 14.2. Users are assured of enhanced transparency and control over app permissions and device security.
The OS also introduces creative personalization tools like Symbol Stickers. The home screen, meanwhile, supports personalized Art Star themes.
Onto its display, the nova 13 series sports a 120Hz LTPO AI Eye Comfort Display. The Dynamic True-Color Display utilizes AI Display Turbo for smooth, realistic, and vibrant visuals.
Furthermore, AI HDR elevates the visual experience by combining HDR technology with intelligent algorithms. Other features include Splash Touch and Touch Optimization.
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vivo V70 FE pre-orders now open, starts at PhP 25,999
Offers, perks available throughout pre-order period
vivo has officially opened pre-orders for the vivo V70 FE, the more affordable follow-up to the vivo V70 launched last February.
The pre-order period is until April 24 and the midrange smartphone is available in two memory configurations:
- 8GB+256GB: PhP 25,999
- 12GB+256GB: PhP 29,999
Customers who place pre-orders at vivo stores nationwide will receive:
- limited-time vivo VIP Card with a 6-month extended warranty and 6-month broken screen insurance
- limited edition vivo Buds Air3
- PhP 1,000 discount
Customers can also bring home the vivo V70 FE for as low as PhP 37/day with 0% interest installment plans up to 18 months via Home Credit.
In addition, Globe has been tapped as the official network partner for a free prepaid SIM with 1-year unli 5G.
The vivo V70 FE has a POP MART Zsiga Exclusive Photo Border, thanks to its partnership with the IP. You may recall that the vivo V70 also released an exclusive Golden Hour colorway earlier.
The device is built for creators with a 200MP main camera, which can deliver portraits at different focal lengths, including an 85mm zoom.
In front is a 32MP camera and a 6.81-inch 120Hz 1.5K AMOLED display.
The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7360-Turbo processor. It houses a 7,000mAh battery with support for 90W fast charging.
Customers can choose from three colorways: Muse Purple, Ocean Blue, and Urban Silver.
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These space photos were taken with an iPhone 17 Pro Max
All three photos were taken with the selfie cam.
The iPhone 17 Pro Max has always been touted as the quintessential phone for creators. But what happens if that creator finds themselves on the far side of the Moon?
Last week, NASA concluded the Artemis II, the first manned mission around the far side of the Moon in this century. Naturally, the mission produced breathtaking views of both the Moon and the Earth. Though most of those photos were taken with dedicated cameras, a few of them were taken with an iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Before the mission launched into orbit, NASA confirmed that the premium iPhone model had been approved to be included in the spaceflight. Each of the four crew members were given the phones for their own photography.
All three of the photos posted here were reportedly taken with the phone’s selfie camera. That says a lot about the iPhone’s camera quality if they weren’t even taken with the powerful rear cameras.
When the mission ended last week, Apple CEO Tim Cook and marketing SVP Greg Joswiak congratulated the crew for finishing the mission and taking spectacular photos with the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Artemis II marks a special milestone for spaceflight. It’s the first time in almost 25 years that humans have gone to the Moon. NASA, as well as other agencies all over the world, are planning more manned spaceflights in the coming future.
SEE ALSO: iPhone 17 Pro, Pro Max bring bold redesign, 8x zoom, and more
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Samsung brings back the Galaxy Z Trifold
The brand’s first trifold phone comes back after being pulled from stores.
Rumors of the Galaxy Z Trifold’s death have been greatly exaggerated. Recently, Samsung pulled its first trifold phone from its stores, heavily hinting that their three-screen experiment has ended. However, if you didn’t manage to grab one of these beasts during its first release, the Galaxy Z Trifold is back in stores.
At the start of this year, Samsung officially launched the Galaxy Z Trifold, ushering in its entry into the relatively infantile market. Naturally, the unique smartphone was a looker; however, with its eye-watering price tag, the demand is still low. Reflecting that, the brand reportedly pulled the device from the market last month.
Now, the phone is back once again. Interested users can grab the phone from Samsung’s website for the same US$ 2,899 price tag.
As with the other trifold phones (scant as they are), Samsung’s entry features three screens packed into one phone. Users can then fold the main screen in a variety of ways, introducing a lot of configurations to enjoy content. With how popular foldable phones are today, there’s certainly a market for flexible screens.
If you’re still in the market for Samsung’s first trifold phone, Samsung has not announced how long this latest batch will last, so get one while you still can.
SEE ALSO: Samsung has reportedly stopped selling the Galaxy Z TriFold
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