Alcatel outs OneTouch Idol 3: 5.5, 4.7 inch LTE phones under Php13k

Alcatel also wants to let you know that it has an array of OneTouch devices at MWC: Such is the Idol 3, a pair of budget-friendly devices at 4.7 and 5.5 inches and prices that do not go any higher than €250.

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Yep, you heard that right. Like the Pixi 3 smartphones first unveiled at CES which sports different sizes and comes on different OS flavors, the Idol 3 has two display sizes and comes with dual hi-fi speakers using the Clari-Fi audio chip by Harman, a 13MP rear camera, a large aperture for shooting in low light and a sensor that enables the camera’s lightning responsiveness. The smartphone is also symmetrical and reversible, meaning you can use it on any orientation.

The 4.7-inch Idol 3 features the Snapdragon 410 chipset with and will be powered by a 2000mAh battery.It will feature single and dual-SIM versions with varied sets of onboard storage

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Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3 (4.7) specs:
4.7-inch IPS LCD display, 720 x 1280, 312ppi
1.2GHz Quad-Core MSM8916 Snapdragon 410
Adreno 306
1GB RAM
8GB (Single-Sim), 16GB (Dual-SIM) internal storage
expandable up to 128GB via microSD
13MP AF rear camera with LED Flash
5MP front camera
Single-SIM, Dual-SIM (micro)
LTE, HSPA
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.1
GPS
NFC
FM radio with RDS
Android 5.0 Lollipop
2000 mAh Li-Ion battery
134.6 x 65.9 x 7.6 mm

Its bigger sibling, the 5.5 inch Idol 3, will sport better specs: It’s equipped with Snapdragon 615, a better screen resolution, a larger front camera and RAM, and a bigger battery capacity. Like the 4.7-inch version, it also comes in single and Dual-SIM models.

Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3 (5.5) specs:
5.5-inch IPS LCD display, 1080 x 1920, 401ppi
Octa-Core Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 + quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
Adreno 405
2GB RAM
16GB (single-SIM), 32GB (Dual-SIM) internal storage
expandable up to 128Gb via microSD
13MP AF rear camera with LED Flash
8MP front camera
Single-SIM, Dual-SIM
Dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth 4.1
GPS
NFC
FM radio with RDS
Android 5.0 Lollipop
2910 mAh Li-Ion battery
152.7 x 75.1 x 7.4 mm

The Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3 4.7 and 5.5 inch display models will retail in European stores for €200 (*Php9,900) and €250 (*Php12,400), respectively.

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Alcatel outs OneTouch Idol 3: 5.5, 4.7 inch LTE phones under Php13k

Alcatel also wants to let you know that it has an array of OneTouch devices at MWC: Such is the Idol 3, a pair of budget-friendly devices at 4.7 and 5.5 inches and prices that do not go any higher than €250.

Alcatel-Idol3

Yep, you heard that right. Like the Pixi 3 smartphones first unveiled at CES which sports different sizes and comes on different OS flavors, the Idol 3 has two display sizes and comes with dual hi-fi speakers using the Clari-Fi audio chip by Harman, a 13MP rear camera, a large aperture for shooting in low light and a sensor that enables the camera’s lightning responsiveness. The smartphone is also symmetrical and reversible, meaning you can use it on any orientation.

The 4.7-inch Idol 3 features the Snapdragon 410 chipset with and will be powered by a 2000mAh battery.It will feature single and dual-SIM versions with varied sets of onboard storage

Alcatel-Idol3

Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3 (4.7) specs:
4.7-inch IPS LCD display, 720 x 1280, 312ppi
1.2GHz Quad-Core MSM8916 Snapdragon 410
Adreno 306
1GB RAM
8GB (Single-Sim), 16GB (Dual-SIM) internal storage
expandable up to 128GB via microSD
13MP AF rear camera with LED Flash
5MP front camera
Single-SIM, Dual-SIM (micro)
LTE, HSPA
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.1
GPS
NFC
FM radio with RDS
Android 5.0 Lollipop
2000 mAh Li-Ion battery
134.6 x 65.9 x 7.6 mm

Its bigger sibling, the 5.5 inch Idol 3, will sport better specs: It’s equipped with Snapdragon 615, a better screen resolution, a larger front camera and RAM, and a bigger battery capacity. Like the 4.7-inch version, it also comes in single and Dual-SIM models.

Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3 (5.5) specs:
5.5-inch IPS LCD display, 1080 x 1920, 401ppi
Octa-Core Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 + quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
Adreno 405
2GB RAM
16GB (single-SIM), 32GB (Dual-SIM) internal storage
expandable up to 128Gb via microSD
13MP AF rear camera with LED Flash
8MP front camera
Single-SIM, Dual-SIM
Dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth 4.1
GPS
NFC
FM radio with RDS
Android 5.0 Lollipop
2910 mAh Li-Ion battery
152.7 x 75.1 x 7.4 mm

The Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3 4.7 and 5.5 inch display models will retail in European stores for €200 (*Php9,900) and €250 (*Php12,400), respectively.

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Cherry Mobile Alpha Neon and Alpha View officially announced

Cherry Mobile has officially announced their latest Windows-powered smartphones at the MWC 2015 in Barcelona – the Alpha Neon and the Alpha View.

Cherry Mobile Alpha Neon specs:
5-inch HD IPS display, 294ppi
1.2GHz Qualcomm Snadpragon 200 quad-core CPU
Adreno 302 GPU
1GB RAM
8GB internal storage
up to 64GB via microSD
Dual-SIM, Dual-Standby
3G HSPA+
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0
2,000mAh battery
Windows Phone 8.1
Cyan, Yellow, Red, Lime, Ivory

Cherry Mobile Alpha View specs:
6-inch HD IPS display, 245ppi
1.2GHz Qualcomm Snadpragon 200 quad-core CPU
1GB RAM
8GB internal storage
up to 64GB via microSD
Dual-SIM, Dual-Standby
3G HSPA+
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0
2,600mAh battery
Windows Phone 8.1
Black, White

Both smartphones are priced at less than 100 EUR or Php5,000.

via: PinoyTechBlog (1), (2)

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Cherry Mobile Alpha Neon and Alpha View officially announced

Cherry Mobile has officially announced their latest Windows-powered smartphones at the MWC 2015 in Barcelona – the Alpha Neon and the Alpha View.

Cherry Mobile Alpha Neon specs:
5-inch HD IPS display, 294ppi
1.2GHz Qualcomm Snadpragon 200 quad-core CPU
Adreno 302 GPU
1GB RAM
8GB internal storage
up to 64GB via microSD
Dual-SIM, Dual-Standby
3G HSPA+
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0
2,000mAh battery
Windows Phone 8.1
Cyan, Yellow, Red, Lime, Ivory

Cherry Mobile Alpha View specs:
6-inch HD IPS display, 245ppi
1.2GHz Qualcomm Snadpragon 200 quad-core CPU
1GB RAM
8GB internal storage
up to 64GB via microSD
Dual-SIM, Dual-Standby
3G HSPA+
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0
2,600mAh battery
Windows Phone 8.1
Black, White

Both smartphones are priced at less than 100 EUR or Php5,000.

via: PinoyTechBlog (1), (2)

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JBL Clip Quick Review

Summer trips are already popping into social media. An appreciated stuff one can bring is a portable speaker. If you’re looking for one, then you might want to check a speaker from JBL that’s very compact and can clip on to your straps. Hence the name, JBL Clip.

The JBL Clip features a circular design with a carabiner on top, all surrounded by a rubberized grip. The device is just as big as our palms. The carabiner can fit most straps, particularly those on topmost of travel bags or rucksacks. Cleverly, the controls and ports are placed around it.

The left side has the Bluetooth switch, the power button, and the answer key with the microphone beside it. While the right has the volume buttons, and the line in port to daisy chain several speakers. Below is the micro-USB port for charging. The front grille with the JBL logo covers the lone driver and an LED indicator. Going behind the device reveals the 3.5mm jack that is neatly tucked in its holder.

If there’s something we’ll nitpick about the Clip is the stiffness of the buttons. It is also hard to identify where the buttons are even though they are properly labeled. In addition, our unit’s orange rubberized body attracts dirt and smudges so keeping it clean can be a challenge.

With casual tests, we are able to find out that the JBL Clip can be a good portable speaker suitable for traveling. Connectivity-wise you have the option to use the 3.5mm jack or connect wirelessly via Bluetooth. Volume can get really high and the loudness can be heard even outdoors. Just make sure to pump up the volume on both the player and speaker to get the loudest output possible. Vocals sound decent, as well as the bass, though it isn’t as low as we wish it to be. Nevertheless, it delivers good performance overall.

You can also receive and answer calls through it. Making it an all-around hands-free speaker. We aren’t able to test how well the microphone can pick up voice when outdoors, but indoor performance is good.

According to JBL, the speaker has a rated battery life up to 5 hours but with our casual use, we are able to get around 4 hours. Not a bad number but battery life may vary depending on usage and volume levels.

If we are to bring a compact speaker for a trek or hike, we will definitely include the JBL Clip to our choices. Its portable design and loud yet clear output is already a good selling point. Add to that the Bluetooth and hands-free feature. However, the lack of water-proofing is a let-down. With an SRP of Php2,995, it is a good option for those who need it.

JBL Clip is available at:
JBL Sound Gallery- B3, Bonifacio High Street
JBL Acoustical Space- 4th Floor Cyberzone SM Megamall Bldg B
JBL Digital Dreams- 4th Floor Cyberzone SM North EDSA Annex
JBL/Harman Kardon Pop-up Store- Level 3, TriNoma (near Terra Agua and Top Man)
JBL/Harman Kardon Store- Level 3, Fairview Terraces

JBL Clip specifications:
Transducer: 1 x 40mm
Rated Power: 3.2W
Frequency response: 160Hz – 20,000Hz
Signal-to-noise ratio: >80 dB
Bluetooth v3.0
Bluetooth transmitter power: 0-4 dBm
Bluetooth transmitter frequency range: 2.402 – 2.480 GHz
Lithium-ion Polymer 600mAh
Dimension: 107 mm x 88 mm x 42 mm
Weight: 150 g

What we liked about it:

  • Portable clip design
  • High volume levels
  • Clear vocals and good overall output
  • Rubberized texture provide better grip and scratch protection

What we didn’t:

  • Rubberized texture attracts dirt
  • Bass can be better
  • Mono sound
  • No IPXX certification

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