The Quality That Makes a Successful Blogger

Since I started to learn about blogging, I have seen numerous people in the Philippines and different countries around the world becoming successful through their own blogs. While looking at their blogs and reading their posts, I noticed that there is something that can make anyone a successful blogger. Admittedly, blogging is not about one's own purpose in starting one; hence, it is all about the quality of the blog and its posts.

The Perfect Alternative to Selfie Sticks

The Samsung Galaxy J1 is one of the newest Android smartphones released by Samsung in Philippine markets.

When I look at the print ad of the Samsung Galaxy J1 numerous times on local tabloids, I noticed that there is something different about Samsung's newest affordable entry-level Android smartphone that can capture the interest of anyone, more particularly those who are nostalgic of taking selfies.

ABS-CBN Launches War Song for Pacman

It is an evident fact that ABS-CBN is one of those leading the call to millions of Filipinos to show the world their all-out support for the People's Champion Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao in his historic boxing showdown with Floyd "Money" Mayweather Jr. on May 3 (Manila time) through its "Isang Laban para kay Pacman" campaign. And as part of its ongoing successful and highly engaging campaign, the Kapamilya network has officially launched its own tribute song for the People's Champ entitled "Isang Laban, Isang Bayan".

NCAA Moves Back to ABS-CBN Sports

The National Collegiate Athletic Association has announced that it will officially renew its broadcast deal with ABS-CBN Sports starting next season after three years with Sports5. It seems that NCAA officials are not happy that the happy network's sports arm is not focusing more on promoting the ladder's coverage of the oldest collegiate sports league in the Philippines, considering that it is more focused on the PBA games due to the demanding requests of the league's fans.

Two Operating Systems in One Epic Tablet Computer

Like other local mobile phone brands, Cloudfone has always been making its own brand of firsts in the Philippine tech scene. Now it has another one in its cap. And that would be having the first locally-branded tablet computers in the Philippines that run on both Android 4.4 Kitkat and Windows 8.1 operating systems. I would like to introduce you to the Cloudpad Epic 7.1.

Smart, ABS-CBN TV Plus Offers Battle for Greatness

There will be no heavy traffic and no crime on the morning of May 3 as millions of Filipinos are expected to watch the most awaited showdown between the People's Champ Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao and undefeated pound-for-pound king Floyd "Money" Mayweather Jr. But if you don't want to be stuck in a free public viewing area or ditch the delayed telecast of the fight on your TV, then you can watch it live and commercial-free in the comforts of your home either on your Smart-powered Android smartphone or when you purchase your own black box that gives crystal-clear viewing on your television set.

Cherry Mobile Flare S3 Now with Power

The biggest disadvantage of the Cherry Mobile Flare S3 and its octa core powered variant is its battery life that disappoints those who have purchased it. But, now, Cherry Mobile is addressing that problem with the introduction of the Cherry Mobile Flare S3 Power.

The Philippines' Fastest-Growing Broadband

If there is something that leading mobile telecommunications company Globe Telecom should be proud of aside from being the purveyor of the Filipino digital lifestyle, it would be having the fastest-growing broadband service in the Philippines today.

ABS-CBN TV Plus: A Must-Have Item for TV Junkies

ABS-CBN TV Plus, more popularly known as the "mahiwagang black box", has officially ushered us in the era of digital terrestrial television in the Philippines, yet another game-changing innovation introduced by the largest multimedia conglomerate and the number one television station in the Philippines. As you all know, this is the first digital terrestrial television service in the country using Japanese technology simply known as ISDB-T which is officially adopted by the Philippine government for the gradual transition from old analog broadcasts within up to five years from now.

New Primetime Drama to Remind Viewers of Innate Goodness

The main cast of ABS-CBN's newest inspirational primetime drama "Nathaniel" (Photo courtesy of Philstar.com)

ABS-CBN will remind Philippine television viewers about the innate goodness of people as the Kapamilya network's newest inspirational drama series to hit primetime begins airing on Monday, April 20 right after its primetime newscast TV Patrol.

News5 in High Definition, What's Next?

You may not have realize this, but News5 programs aired on both TV5 and its sister channel Aksyon TV are now in high definition since the end of Holy Week. This resulted in the presence of letterboxes in the Aksyon brand of newscasts, simulcast Radyo5 programs, and even the recently reformatted Saturday afternoon public affairs program T3 Alliance.

ABS-CBN Launches One for Pacman Campaign

Eight-time world boxing champion and Philippine boxing icon Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao has always been fighting for his countrymen every time he steps into the boxing ring. And now, on May 3 (Manila time), he will be in the biggest fight of his twenty-year boxing career as he will face undefeated pound-for-pound king Floyd "Money" Mayweather Jr. in what is considered to be the richest and most anticipated fight in boxing history today.

The Universal Purpose of Two Summer Station IDs

Last April 12, two major Philippine television stations ABS-CBN and TV5 respectively launched their own summer station IDs.

Philippines' #1 Music App Introduces Karaoke

Karaoke has become one of the most usual favorite pastimes of the Filipino masses during parties and rare late night occasions. And Filipino mobile subscribers will have a chance to experience this on their Globe-powered mobile devices, thanks to Spotify's new karaoke-style feature.

On the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge

I have managed to spot both the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge in a Samsung store on a local shopping mall and had a precious time looking and toying with these two. And I must say that these two are really impressive overall in terms of specifications and features.

New Cherry Mobile Alpha Smartphones on the Horizon

Cherry Mobile made Filipinos proud when it introduced its newest Windows smartphones during the 2015 Mobile World Congress held in Barcelona, Spain along with Microsoft Mobile. Now it seems that these smartphones will soon be within our reach as part of the brand's 6th year anniversary. And I assume that the Cherry Mobile Alpha Neon and Alpha View will be as great as the ones before.

Here Comes the MyPhone Rio 2!!

After taking part in Google's Android One project, MyPhone is bringing back its line of affordable Android smartphones that not only captured the local market by storm since 2014, but also cater to the digital lifestyle needs of the budget-conscious Filipinos. This time, the local mobile phone brand introduced the successor to the brand's most popular smartphone, the MyPhone Rio 2.

March Madness Belongs to ABS-CBN

Some of the most watched television shows in the Philippines for March 2015 according to Kantar Media

More Filipino viewers have tuned in to the highly engaging programs of ABS-CBN as the network remains undisputed in national television ratings for the month of March based on data from Kantar Media.

Starmobile Introduces Smartphone with Digital TV

Local mobile phone brand Starmobile recently introduced its newest smartphone offering, the Starmobile Knight Vision. The best thing about this Android-powered quad core phablet is that it is the first local smartphone in the Philippines that is capable of receiving digital TV broadcasts. But this is not the first time that Starmobile launched a digital TV capable gadget.

Digital Television Closely Within our Reach

For years, millions of Filipino viewers have experienced poor signal reception and sometimes bad picture quality on their television sets using an antenna. Many of them could not afford to subscribe to any pay TV service available that is being offered to them regardless of lower monthly costs. This is why the Philippine government is investing heavily on the country's transition from old analog to digital terrestrial television, which will become fully implemented soon using Japanese technology simply known as ISDB-T.

The Best Television Station for Filipino Students

ABS-CBN is the number one television station for Filipino students in the Philippines after reaping nine Best TV Station awards in different student award-giving bodies held during the first quarter of 2015. These include Gawad TANGLAW, UmalohokJUAN, Paragala Central Luzon Media Awards, and UPLB Gandingan.

Why is Globe Extending its Free Facebook Promo Until May?

Globe Telecom announced that it is extending its Free Facebook promo until May 15, 2015, in preparation for the company's collaboration with the Facebook initiative Internet.org which will be implemented soon after the promo.

Dispute Thickens Mobile Phone Wars

The PLDT Group and Globe Telecom are now disputing the number one spot in the competitive mobile phone industry in the Philippines.

All Set for the Nationwide Free WiFi Hotspot Program!!

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), through its Information and Communications Technology office, is ready for the implementation of the nationwide free public WiFi hotspot program starting July where it will be mostly focusing on low income municipalities in the Philippines that cannot be reached by the telcos' network coverage.

How to Enjoy Free Internet Using Smart and Internet.org

Smart, Sun Cellular and Talk n'Text subscribers can now enjoy free mobile internet access on their mobile devices, more particularly on their smartphones, through Internet.org. The site and Android app which was initiated by Facebook serves as a portal to the social networking site and popular and useful websites. These websites include PhilSTAR, Rappler, Interaksyon, Inquirer.net, Ask.com, Bing Search, Wattpad, WikiHow, Wikipedia, ESPN, Spin.ph, OLX.ph, TESDA, Jobstreet, and others.