HWZ-PH Editorial Blogs

Month of May is More on Mobile

Katrina Canlas — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:49:43 +0800

May is mobile-centric as the line between smartphones and tablets continues to get blurred. New hybrid devices get released and mobile phones increase in physical dimensions to enter the turf that once belonged only to tablet PCs.

IFA 2013 GPC - Asian Exhibitors to Get More Exposure in IFA This Year

Terence Ang — Wed, 8 May 2013 11:01:14 +0800

Held in Sardinia, Italy, the IFA Global Press Conference 2013 showed us a glimpse of the CE and home appliance markets for the upcoming IFA show in Germany. Noteworthy, Asia-based exhibitors will get more exposure this year with the establishment of a Singapore Pavilion.

Integrated Vs. Dedicated GPU - The Pros and Cons

Kevin Bruce Francisco — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:00:47 +0800

In the world of computing, there have always been questions on whether a built-in graphics card is sufficient enough for completing tasks or should a user spend a bit more for a standalone graphics card. In this blog entry, we weigh these two options and determine what suits your need the most.

Smart Watches, New Smartphones, and Promising Smart Technologies

Katrina Canlas — Wed, 3 Apr 2013 15:38:46 +0800

March madness was really felt in the tech world. It was filled with revelations including plans for smart watch production by various brands, unpacking of the much-awaited Samsung Galaxy S4 and the super tough Cherry Mobile Omega HD, and unveiling of various tech advancements.

Induction Cooking: Kitchen Goes Digital

Lionell Go Macahilig — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 13:23:33 +0800

Digital induction cookers have been around for a long time but it is not as popular in the Philippines as in other countries. Are they really a good alternative to old timers like gas stoves? Get the answer from an actual user.

Meteor Shower, Samsung Forum, and the Mobile World Congress 2013

Katrina Canlas — Fri, 1 Mar 2013 17:01:23 +0800

The Love Month was packed with surprises that it was even accentuated with a meteor shower over Russia around Valentine's Day. Surprises in February in the tech universe meant Mobile World Congress, the avenue where novel mobile devices were showcased and the future of mobility was revealed.

Samsung Galaxy S IV - What We Know So Far

Kevin Bruce Francisco — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 15:42:44 +0800

The Samsung Galaxy S IV is undoubtedly one of the more highly-anticipated smartphone devices in 2013 and rumors about the it have been off the rocket. It comes with no surprise since Samsung already proved that their devices are worth the wait. We now get you excited with the Samsung Galaxy S IV.

CES 2013 Highlights, Rise of Huawei, and Google PH Office

Katrina Canlas — Fri, 1 Feb 2013 10:54:37 +0800

January, the turning of a new year, started with a bang in the tech world as different brands showcased their newest devices at CES 2013. Joining the big players is Huawei Device, who showed off its latest phones and tablets. And in local news, Google launched its Philippine office.

Buyers Beware: PC Parts Sold Along Quiapo Sidewalks

Lionell Go Macahilig — Tue, 8 Jan 2013 12:13:18 +0800

Along the busy sidewalks of Quiapo, vendors are not only selling wet goods like fruits and vegetables, but also hardware components for computers at cheap costs. Will you buy from these vendors?

Windows 8 Launch, iPad Mini, LTE Smartphones, and the New Sony SLT Camera

Katrina Canlas — Tue, 6 Nov 2012 08:49:12 +0800

October sets focus on the launch of Microsoft Windows 8, and Apples's announcement of its 4th-gen iPad and iPad Mini. As LTE continues to roll out in the country, LTE smartphones are outed to support high-speed wireless communication. And Sony re-enters the pro camera market with the SLT-A99.

The Good, The Bad, The Questionable: A New Internet For The Philippines?

Jason Marges — Wed, 3 Oct 2012 15:30:00 +0800

Filipino Internet users all over the world today woke up to a “new” Internet, following the beginning of the official implementation of Republic Act (RA) 10175, more simply known as the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012. Here are the good, the bad, and the questionable of it.

iPhone 5 and iOS 6, New Digicams, Virtual Reality Gaming, and More!

Katrina Canlas — Mon, 1 Oct 2012 11:18:56 +0800

September was mostly about Apple - the iPhone 5 launch and the iOS 6 roll-out. New digital cameras had an opportunity in the limelight and the possibility of virtual reality gaming also surfaced during this month.

New Smartphones, High-Speed 4G LTE, Intel Cloud Summit, and IFA 2012

Katrina Canlas — Mon, 3 Sep 2012 09:25:10 +0800

August filled the tech world with better performing smartphones making the battle a lot tighter, 4G LTE rolling out in the country, and the biggest news of all - the Intel Cloud Summit and IFA 2012, which increases our expectations of new tech innovations that will definite create shock and awe.

Mind-blowing Downloads, Maps, Windows 8, Mirrorless Cameras, and More

Lionell Go Macahilig — Mon, 6 Aug 2012 13:00:47 +0800

The month of July brought us a downpour of tech news that saturated our online pages. In this blog entry, we take a look at some of the items that captured our attention.

Know What to Buy - Understanding Headphone Specifications

Kevin Bruce Francisco — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 15:27:27 +0800

Time to buy new headphones? There is a wide selection available in stores if you're planning to get a new pair of headphones but how do you know which is the one for you? In this blog, we aim to explain what their specifications mean and make you understand how they affect audio quality.

The Facebook IPO – What It Means & What’s Next

Rico Cruz — Mon, 28 May 2012 17:02:20 +0800

It’s only been less than a month since the social networking giant raised billions in its initial public offering, but the repercussions have already surfaced, hinting at Facebook’s future exploits

Smart TVs – Rise of the Smart Machines

Marvin R. Velasco — Mon, 14 May 2012 16:08:18 +0800

The image Smart TVs project go way beyond their LED lights or branding, and it's only a matter of time before they conquer our living rooms. What exactly makes a Smart TV so alluring? We want to dig deeper into this question before the revolution truly begins.

Spreading the Virus

Kevin Bruce Francisco — Mon, 7 May 2012 16:21:02 +0800

Whenever you open your Facebook or Tumblr profile, you see videos shared by a friend or a contact that flood your news feed. You click it, watch, and later on find yourself very entertained. In this article we look at how and why these videos get viral and I'll throw in a couple of my own favorites.

Critical Mass for Cloud Storage

Rico Cruz — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:57:38 +0800

While cloud storage has been around for a relatively long time, it has only been in the past couple of weeks that its implementation has really picked up, thanks to the explosion of mobile devices.

Why the IFA Global Press Conference is a Good Check-Point between CES and IFA

Terence Ang — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:09:52 +0800

In the world of consumer electronics, there are two major shows -- CES in Las Vegas in January, and IFA in Berlin every September. How do journalists know that what was previewed in CES will be ready to market at IFA in time for Christmas? Well, the annual IFA Global Press Conference, that's what.