Amazon is upping its ante in the cloud storage with Amazon Unlimited Cloud Storage. It now offers unlimited photo storage with a monthly fee of just $1 while unlimited everything (all formats like video, docs and pdf) will only set you back $5 a month.
These prices are way cheaper than most other cloud storage like Dropbox.
There are two packages that Amazon is offering:
Unlimited Photos Plan (free 3-month trial, then $11.99 per year–equivalent of less than $1 per month): Store an infinite number of photos in Cloud Drivewithout worrying about taking up space on phones, cameras, or other devices. Customers can upload existing collections and store all future photos taken. This plan also includes 5 GB of additional storage for videos or other documents and files.
Unlimited Everything Plan (free 3-month trial, then $59.99 per year–equivalent of less than $5 per month): Store an infinite number of new and existing photos, videos, files, documents, movies, and music in Cloud Drive.
You can go to http://amazon.com/clouddrive to learn more.
Sun Cellular continues to add more handsets to its portfolio with the latest one being the Samsung Galaxy J1 – on of the South Korean firm’s latest entry-level smartphone that’s primarily geared for selfie lovers.
Samsung Galaxy J1 specs:
4.3-inch WVGA display, 800 x 480 resolution, 217ppi
1.2GHz Dual-Core Spreadtrum processor
512MB RAM
4GB internal storage
expandable via microSD
5MP AF rear camera with LED flash
2MP front camera with Palm Selfie gesture sensor
Dual-SIM
Bluetooth 4.0
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
3G
1850mAh battery
129 x 68.2 x 8.9mm (dimensions)
122 grams (weight)
Android 4.4.4 KitKat
The Samsung Galaxy J1 is free under Sun Postpaid Plan 450 which comes with Unlimited SMS and Voice Call to SUN subscribers, 250 SMS to other networks and 20 20 hours’ worth of data per month.
This entry-level handset from Samsung is also available on all Samsung stores nationwide for Php5,490.
President Aquino at the PNPA 2015 commencement exercises.
He couldn’t even mention the incident that he was asking the public for understanding.
In his speech at the commencement exercise of the Philippine National Police Academy’s Lakandula Class of 2015, the day after the nation marked the second month of the Mamasapano tragedy, President Aquino said, “Ikinalulungkot kong may mga pamilyang nawalan ng asawa, ama, kapatid, anak, dahil sa nangyari sa Mamasapano. Ikinalulungkot kong sa pagnanais kong bigyan ng espasyong magluksa ang mga makakakita, sa unang pagkakataon, ng nasawi nilang kaanak, ay may mga nag-isip na ako’y manhid at walang pakikiramay. Ang intensiyon ko noon ay makatulong sa paghilom. Ang gusto ko po sana, kapag may nagtanong ng “Ano ang nangyari? Bakit sila namatay? Ano na po ang mangyayari sa amin?” ay may dala na akong malinaw na sagot. Kung ang naging tugon ko sa mga katanungan ay “Hindi ko po alam,” paano ako makakatulong sa kanilang paghilom? Ikinalulungkot ko ring nadadamay ang ating usaping pangkapayapaan dahil sa sentimyentong naikakabit sa naging resulta ng Oplan Exodus. Sa bawat Pilipinong nabigo at nasaktan dahil sa mga pangyayaring kaugnay ng operasyong ito: Buong pagpapakumbaba kong hinihiling ang inyong pang-unawa. (It deeply saddens me that there are families who are now without a husband, a father, a brother, a son, because of what happened in Mamasapano. I am saddened by the fact that, despite my effort to give the families space to grieve, as they were to meet their fallen loved ones for the first time, some people found fault in this by calling me cruel or without regard for such loss. My intention was to help them heal. I wanted to have clear answers should I be asked, “What happened? Why did they die? What will happen to us now?” If my response was “I do not know,” how could I help hasten the healing? I am also saddened that our peace process has been affected by the sentiments connected to the result of Oplan Exodus. To every Filipino who has felt failure or has been hurt because of the events related to this operation: It is with the abiding humility that I ask for your deepest understanding.)”
We all know that he was referring o his much-denounced absence at the Villamor Air Base on Jan.29, 2016 when the remains of the 44 members of the Special Action Force arrived. He chose to be at the Mitsubishi Motors launch in Sta.Rosa, Laguna. Why couldn’t he say it?
Aquino at the Mitsubishi plant inauguration at Sta. Rosa, Laguna while bodies of 42 the fallen SAF arrive in Villamor Air Base.
I’m sorry Mr. President. I don’t buy this thing about wanting to give the families “space to grieve.”
You thought that the people’s outrage over the bungling of the Mamasapano operation would die down after a few days. You never imagined that it would last this long and that’s because of your post-tragedy actions and statements.
In the Pulse Asia survey conducted first week of March, eight of 10 Filipinos disagree with your choice of viewing the parade of Mitsubishi cars over the coffins of the Fallen 44.
You are only compelled to seek for the people’s “understanding” because your approval and trust ratings drastically dropped.
This is all about saving yourself and your presidency.
March6. Day4 of the Air Asia Philippines. Media Tour.
I woke up early to have some toast, sunny side up and hotdogs paired with coffee for breakfast. The coffee is pretty good. Its not the usual instant 3in1 coffee mix. It’s brewed. . Great way to start the day, I must say.
By 730AM we were picked up by the shuttle. And headed to Ipil Suites to pick up other members of the Media.
After bags were loaded in the shuttle. We travelled south back to Puerto Princesa. But before heading straight to our destination. We made a quick stop in the town of Taytay and viisted the Santa Isabel fort. A fortification. Built during the Spanihs era and named after the Spanish queen. Inside the fort is a small museum that houses i teresting facts about the fort. There also. A skeleton ofthe irawaddy dolphin caught of the shores of Taytay.
Fort Isabel
There’s also an old chapel on top of the hill. Perfect for intimate weddings. Overlooking the fort is a Hollywood-ish installation placed on top of the mountain.
It’s cute. NOT. . I wonder why the local government ever thought of this project. It’s ugly. It destroys the natural beauty of the verdant mountains. I would just hope that this would not set precedent to other LGUs in Setting up fugly signs like this.
inside the chapel
Que Horror.
From Taytay we headed straight to Puerto Princesa for our lunch and city tour.
eyesore Taytay signage
And my legs were aching like hell. Blame it on the ping pong game I did yesterday. Signs of aging. . Hay…
Anyway, just in time for lunch we finally arrived at the capital of the province of Palawan.
We had our lunch at the Emerald Beach where kite surfing competition was also held. But too bad the winds that time were not strong enough to see them soar above the seas.
After our lunch we started our quick city tour. I know i have done this before but just the same, i still feel excited when we arrived at our first destination.: Binuatan Creations.
Been here before but i am still amazed and impressed at what they’re doing. Who would have thought that from a seemingly useless grass like tikog and amumuting. Can be transformed into a more valuable items like handbags placemats table runners. Etc. Lovely! As a believer of the #BuyLocal advocacy. I immediately went inside the showroom to buy some locally made items.
From Binuatan. We then went to Plaza Cuartel. Probably one of the most significant sites in Palawan during the war time era. . This is where scores of American prisoners of war Were killed in a fire by the Japanese troops. Probably one of the saddest story I ever heard.
From plaza Cuartel we walked a few meters away going to the Princesa Eulalia Park. . Princesa Eulalia was the daughter of the Queen of Spain and the capital of Palawan. Was also named after her.
After we visited the park, we then headed to the War Museum. The museum houses an impressive collection of war artifacts and memorabilias. . It even has a section that showcases weapons used by the Mindanao people like the Maranao brass words and shields.
But I’m starting to feel tied and sleepy already. So i just skimmed through. The collections and did not listen to the guide.
pureto prncesa cathedral
Our tour continues. And this time we stopped at the Palawan Heritage center. The museum houses contemporary artworks made by local artists. It also showcases the various awards and recognitions. Received by Palawan For its topnotch eco tourism initiatives.
A section of the mueum is also devoted to highlighting the amazing flora and fauna of the province. . Preserved birds were displayed in glass cases. A reproduction of the famed Manunggul jar can also be seen here. The Manunggul jar can be found featured on the old P1000 Bill. It was believed to be a seco dary burial jar found in Southern Palawan. The original jar is now safely kept at the National Museum of the Filipino People.
Another interesting section of the museum is probably one of the most renowned in the pop culture generation: a large glass case fulll of memorabilia from the movie “Ploning”. . The movie, shot in th northern island of Cuyo placed the island into much prominence. There were photobooks, movie tickets movie posters. On display. Ploning’s simple yellow blouse and pencil cut skirt, which was worn by actress Judy Ann Santos is also on display. . .
After making rounds at the Heritage Center. We then headed to our final stop: at La Terrasse Café. The restaurant. Serves good Frrnch-inspired dishes. . For starters. We had duck confit. Wait. Oh Lord.. I totally forgot the names of the dishes served to us. . But Iswear to the heavens above. Everything’s good!
And to cap our dinner experience… . As the cliché goes “Save the Best for Last” we has the Palaweño Craft Beer.
After I got sick last year. I decided to ditch alcohol., for good. . But this one’s worth a try! .
I tried th honey Kolsch. Variety. The aroma is kinda sweet. The flavor is smooth and not a hint of bitterness (we all hate in beers!)
The Ayahay Honey Kolsch is brewed by Palaweño Brewery. The first and only craft beer Brewery in Palawan. And soon enough theyll be launching craft beer tours too! Part of the tour is beer pairing, beer tasting 101. Interesting indeed!
It was past 7PM when we finished our dinner and quick beer appreciation lessons. Afterwhich we then headed to Puerto Princesa airport to check in and fly back to Manila.
It was a fun-filled exciting 4-day trip to Palawan. Thanks to Air Asia Philippines for letting us experience the Qorld’s Best Island. This is just the start of my summer. Season. . I am hoping for more adventures in the coming days and weeks ahead.
Many thanks to Air Asia Philippines for inviting me to join the trip to Palawan. Follow. Air Asia Philippines on Twitter and Instagram at @airasiaph
Here is your first look at Myphone‘s newest budget flagship, the Rio 2, sporting Android 5.0, a quad-core processor, and a 5-inch screen out of the box.
The next generation Rio is one of the local company’s first non-Google One Android Lollipop smartphone, and it sports a bigger battery capacity.
MyPhone Rio 2 specs:
5.0-inch HD IPS full lamination display, 1280×720, 294ppi
1.3GHz Quad-core processor
1GB RAM
8GB Internal storage
expandable via microSD
8 Megapixel Rear camera w/ Sony Sensor
5 Megapixel Front Camera
Dual-SIM, Dual-Standby
3G HSPA+
Wifi
Bluetooth
Android 5.0 Lollipop
2800mAh non-removable battery
If we’re going to follow how the Rio changed the local smartphone scene around the same time last year, this device could probably be priced at the Php5k range. MyPhone is expected to unveil the Rio 2 along with three new devices for both Rio and Infinity lines by the end of the month.
Thanks to JekJek Santos. Photos used with permission.
