Internet of Things Summit Philippines Next Week!

With major technology companies and start-ups seriously embracing Internet of things strategies, now is the best time to introduce and educate more people about the power of this revolutionary technology.
This coming March 4-5, 2016, be prepared to be amazed by the technology of the things around us with the first ever Internet of Things Summit Philippines 2016. Aimed to introduce the IoT ecosystem to the country, the IoT Summit Philippines 2016 will feature more than 50 exhibitors from the tech industry, all of which are big movers of the Internet of Things in the Philippines and in Asia. The event also aims to create an avenue for the audience to appreciate the technology, bridging in the gaps and helping the Internet of things to unleash its full potential through various medium.
Being the social media and texting capital of the world, the market in our country is undeniably big, with millions of users of smartphones, laptops, and wearable technology that is getting to be popular to most of us.
The IoT Summit Philippines 2016 will be having a Plenary session that will focus more on what´s the latest advancements on Wearables such as Android Watch, Virtual & Augmented Reality. They will also cover Connected Health, Connected Living, Big Data and Security, 3D Printing and Future of 5G in the Philippines.

http://iotexpoph.econnext.com/plenary

“We want to prepare the Start ups & Tech community for Internet of Things” according to Elaine Cedillo, the Project Lead of IoT Summit Philippines “and to raise the profile of the Philippines that we are ready for the ‘Next Big Thing’  “ she added.
IoT Summit Philippines will also have pre events that will ultimately culminate towards the opening of the summit. Bootcamps and hackathons shall take place on February 20,21, 27 & 28 at Palet Express, Makati powered by A Space prior the event to reinforce the audience, with more than 200 participants varying from High School & College students, to Programmers, Engineers, I.T. developers, System Integrators and Hobbyist Makers.
The Bootcamp will be headed by Microsoft Philippines, Egizmo and Thinklab as the training partner while the IoT Hackathon is a project of Department of Science and Technology – Information and Communication Technology Office (DOST-ICTO), all happening at A Space_Palet Express, Chino Roces Makati City.
About 200+ makers composed of High School, College Students, Engineers, I.T. Professionals, System Integrators and developers will be expected to showcase their prototype project on March 4-5 which will open to the public to see. 
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During the day 1 of IoT Bootcamp at ASpace Palet Express, Chino Roces Makati.

WHAT IS INTERNET OF THINGS AND WHY IS IT RELEVANT TO OUR LIVES?

Internet of things promises to innovate customer experience by allowing objects embedded with communications technology to transfer data over a network, helping them “communicate” with each other.  For example, car sensors can notify the driver if the vehicle’s condition is alarmingly dangerous; a washing machine’s status can be accessed via Wi-Fi; and your package or delivery can be tracked anywhere in the world in real time.

To put it simply, we will be able to communicate with all sorts of devices as long as they are connected to the internet.

With the continuous rise of the tech industry in the Philippines, major companies and start-ups are catching on the new revolution that this type of platform has to offer. The IOT Summit aims to drive more opportunities to this unceasing movement of IoT in the country, as well as prepare the industry and community in the foreseeable future, where most devices will also take part to this one of a kind technology.

The Internet of Things Summit Philippines 2016 is happening on March 4-5, 2016 at the Megatrade Hall 3, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong, Philippines. The event is organized by Econnext Ideas and Media and Red Wizard Events Management in partnership with DOST-ICTO and supported by Smart Communications, Smart Devnet, and PLDT Innolab with  MTTagorda Management Consulting and American Technologies.

Some members of the Philippine Cyberpress with DOST-ICTO Deputy Officer Monchito Ibrahim with IoT Summit Phililpines event partners, Thinklab, and the organizers from Redwizard Events Management and EConnext Ideas and Media.

You can check out the event website at iotexpoph.econnext.com or like their facebook : https://web.facebook.com/iotexpoph/ for more details or if you want to be an exhibitor or major partner, you can email info@econnext.com or text 09209734926 and 09179048777.


Sources
VIDEO REFERENCE FOR BLOGS (Source – Forbes.com): http://www.forbes.com/sites/jacobmorgan/2014/05/13/simple-explanation-internet-things-that-anyone-can-understand/#324415fb6828

1 – Morgan, Jacob. ‘A Simple Explanation Of 'The Internet Of Things’ (May 13, 2014) http://www.forbes.com/sites/jacobmorgan/2014/05/13/simple-explanation-internet-things-that-anyone-can-understand/#324415fb6828

2 – Burrus, Daniel. ‘The Internet of Things is Far Bigger Than Anyone Realizes’ http://www.wired.com/insights/2014/11/the-internet-of-things-bigger/

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Make your Gaming Limitless with the World’s Number 1 Gaming Laptop: The Republic of Gamers (ROG) 3 New Models

Maximum gaming performance, premium aesthetics, and flawless visuals all lead to world domination, and this is perfectly embodied by the Republic of Gamers’ (ROG) gaming laptops.

Once again, pushing the bounds of extreme gaming experiences and leading the charge for unparalleled innovation has allowed ASUS to yield an unprecedented 40% market share of the entire world’s gaming laptops, according to the latest report by DigiTime1 for the first half of 2015.
And to further uphold the title as the world’s undisputed premier gaming laptop, ASUS has unleashed three new, much-awaited ROG models, each packed with industry-leading and game-changing innovations that ultimately lead to a whole new level of gaming-on-the-go experiences.

Revolutionize Gaming: The World’s First Water Cooled Gaming Laptop, ROG GX700
The Republic of Gamers first introduces an innovation like no other with the flagship GX700VO,  with being the world’s first water-cooled gaming laptop.
To power up this beast of a machine, a powerful Intel Core i7-6820HK quad core processor is inside, which when the laptop is docked to its water-cooling station, overclocks to a remarkable 4GHz. In addition, 32GB of DDR4 RAM that overclocks to 2800 MHz is also on board.
For the graphics powerhouse, you get a desktop NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 that has 8GB of GDDR5 VRAM, which, when water-cooled, allows the chip to run in its full potential, thereby eliminating the bottleneck of low thermal headroom.
Finally, for the storage, the GX700VO is equipped with 2x 256GB NVMe PCIe SSD set-up in RAID0, and allows for up to 3.5GB/s read/write speeds.
And highlighting the trump card of this notebook, the “Hydro Cooling System,” which made this notebook the world’s first water-cooled notebook, is the pinnacle of this year’s innovation for ASUS and ROG. Featuring two radiators, and a behemoth of fans with variable speed control thru the built-in ROG Command Control Center software, the cooling module allows for the system to run cooler in idle, and be overclocked as wanted, or needed, and allows for a full desktop replacement for all those wanting to lug around a system that’s highly capable of 4K gaming.
The coolant inside the tubes, on the other hand, is specially-formulated to reduce the corrosion rate of the metals, and reduce evaporation rate to lengthen the intervals of the maintenance, while the connectors between the dock and the notebook prevent leaks from occurring, even on repeated insert-remove cycles.
Accordingly, two power bricks are bundled with the GX700. One is rated at 190 Watts, should you wish to use the laptop alone, and another one is rated at 330 Watts, should you wish to dock the laptop into the cooling dock and get the most out of the system. And garnishing all that package, the combo arrives in a Polycarbonate luggage, packed with foams inside to protect both the laptop and the dock, while making the transportation of the water-cooled beast a whole lot easier.
The GX700VO is priced at PHP 249,995.00 coming in the Philippines by early March

Gaming without Limits: The World’s First Gaming Laptop with 3D Vapor Chamber Cooling, ROG G752
For power-hungry users, the ROG G752V series represents the latest iteration of ASUS’ no-compromise gaming pinnacle. The line is touted to carry the world’s first anti-ghosting keyboard with 30-key roll-over, 2.5 mm deep key drop, five dedicated Macro function keys, and a dedicated gameplay record key.
It also features an efficient cooling system with separate cooling modules for the processor and the graphics engine to ensure cooler and longer gaming, a dust release thermal solution to minimise dust build-up on the chassis, and on the highest configurations, the G752VY, the world’s first 3D Vapor Chamber cooling system on a laptop, which helps lower the temperature by up to 30%.
Finally, the line supports NVIDIA G-Sync Technology, which allows variable refresh rates on the display panel to ensure smoother gameplay and media playback, and reduced screen tearing.
The series is guarded on the lower end by the G752VL, featuring the latest Intel Core i7-6700HQ Quad Core Processor, 8GB of DDR4-2133 RAM (upgradeable up to 64GB), 1TB 7,200 rpm HDD, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 965M with 2GB GDDR5 VRAM. The VL variant carries a price tag of PHP 79,995.00.
A little higher up, and arriving with a PHP 99,995.00 suggested retail price, is the G752VT, featuring the same Intel Core i7 processor as the lower VL model. It is further equipped with 16GB of DDR4 RAM, 128GB NVMe PCIe SSD for primary drive (up to 2.2GB/s Read/Write Speed) that’s 4x faster than a traditional SATA3 SSD, coupled to a 1TB HDD, and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M Graphics with 3GB GDDR5 VRAM.
One step away from the top, we have the G752VY that retails for PHP 149,995.00. It still carries the same Intel Core i7 Processor as the prior two, coupled with 16GB of DDR4 RAM. Storage is handled by a 256GB NVMe PCIe SSD and 1TB HDD, while graphics muscle is provided by an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980M with 4GB GDDR5 VRAM.
Topping the range is another G752VY, retailing for PHP 189,995.00. The muscle of this laptop is bumped by a higher Intel Core i7-6820HQ Quad Core Processor, 32GB of DDR4 RAM, 512GB NVMe PCIe SSD and 2TB HDD, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980M with 8GB of GDDR5 VRAM, assuring that this notebook can handle even the demanding 4K resolution for your gaming needs.

The Powerful Gaming Laptop for Power Users, ROG GL552

The GL552 series comes in two variants. First, the GL552JX, which sports a matte plastic lid with aluminium center inserts and a red-lit ROG logo. It packs Intel’s tried-and-tested fourth generation Core i7-4750HQ processor with Intel Iris Pro graphics and 128MB eDRAM that ensures you get fast on-board graphics even on less demanding tasks and even on power-saving mode.
Further, it has 8GB of DDR3L-1600 RAM, 1TB HDD, and discrete NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950M with 4GB DDR3 VRAM, to assure smooth gameplays all throughout your LAN parties.

On the higher level of the spectrum, you get the GL552VW, which contrasts the JX variant by having a full aluminium lid still flanked by the red-lit ROG logo, a newer sixth generation Intel Core i7-6700HQ that offers up to 20% performance and up to 23% better efficiency over comparable fourth generation processors.
8GB of the latest DDR4 memory for faster clock speeds and lower voltages, 128GB M.2 solid-state drive for primary drive, and 1TB HDD for your storage, and a faster NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M with 4GB GDDR5 of VRAM.
Both models feature red-backlit keyboards with 1.8 mm key travel for better feedback, Full HD IPS displays, and ROG AudioWizard with SonicMaster premium speakers for better listening experience. The GL552JX is available for PHP 59,995.00, while the GL552VW carries a price tag of PHP 69,995.00.
As with all ASUS Notebooks that came preloaded with Windows 10, all current-iteration ROG Notebooks arrive with 2 years global warranty standard, worth Php 2,500, all throughout the duration of the warranty period, assuring the end-user of hassle-free support in fifty-six countries that ASUS is in.

 

Model	G752VY-GC228T	G752VY-GC198T	G752VT-GC054T	G752VL-GC051T	GL552VW-CN320T	GL552JX-DM363T
Color	Gray straight hairline and black	Gray straight hairline and black	Gray straight hairline and black	Gray straight hairline and black	Black	Black
CPU	Intel® Core™ i7-6820HK 2.7 GHz (8M Cache, up to 3.6 GHz)	Intel® Core™ i7-6700HQ 2.6 GHz (6M Cache, up to 3.5 GHz)	Intel® Core™ i7-6700HQ 2.6 GHz (6M Cache, up to 3.5 GHz)	Intel® Core™ i7-6700HQ 2.6 GHz (6M Cache, up to 3.5 GHz)	Intel® Core™ i7-6700HQ 2.6 GHz (6M Cache, up to 3.5 GHz)	Intel® Core™ i7-4750HQ 2 GHz (6M Cache, up to 3.20 GHz)
OS	Windows 10 (64bit)	Windows 10 (64bit)	Windows 10 (64bit)	Windows 10 (64bit)	Windows 10 (64bit)	Windows 10 (64bit)
RAM / HDD	32GB / 2TB + 512GB SSD	24GB / 1TB + 256GB SSD	16GB / 1TB + 128GB SSD	8GB / 1TB	8GB / 1TB + 128GB SSD	8GB / 1TB
Panel	17" FHD 1920x1080 Pannel LED Back-lit	17" FHD 1920x1080 Pannel LED Back-lit	17" FHD 1920x1080 Pannel LED Back-lit	17" FHD 1920x1080 Pannel LED Back-lit	15.6" FHD 1920x1080 Pannel LED Back-lit	15.6" FHD 1920x1080 Pannel LED Back-lit
Graphics	NVIDIA® GTX980M,DDR5 8GB	NVIDIA® GTX980M, DDR5 4GB	NVIDIA® GTX970M, DDR5 3GB	NVIDIA® GTX965M, DDR5 2GB	NVIDIA® GTX960M, DDR5 4G	NVIDIA® GTX950M, 4GB
ODD	Blu-Ray	DVD SuperMulti	DVD SuperMulti	DVD SuperMulti	DVD SuperMulti	DVD SuperMulti
Battery	88WHrs Lithium Ion Battery	88WHrs Lithium Ion Battery	88WHrs Lithium Ion Battery	88WHrs Lithium Ion Battery	48WHrs Lithium Ion Battery	48WHrs Lithium Ion Battery
Bundle	• 2 years global warranty worth PHP2,500	• 2 years global warranty worth PHP2,500	• 2 years global warranty worth PHP2,500	• 2 years global warranty worth PHP2,500	• 2 years global warranty worth PHP2,500	• 2 years global warranty worth PHP2,500
SRP	₱                             189,995.00	₱                             149,995.00	₱                               99,995.00	₱                               79,995.00	₱                               69,995.00	₱ 59,995.00

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About ASUS
ASUS is a worldwide top-three consumer notebook vendor and maker of the world’s best-selling, most award-winning motherboards. A leading enterprise in the new digital era, ASUS designs and manufactures products that perfectly meet the needs of today’s digital home and office, with a broad portfolio that includes motherboards, graphics cards, optical drives, displays, desktop and all-in-one PCs, notebooks, netbooks, servers, multimedia devices, wireless solutions, networking devices, tablets, smartphones and wearables. Driven by innovation and committed to quality, ASUS won 4,326 awards in 2014 and is widely credited with revolutionizing the PC industry with its Eee PC™. ASUS has more than 16,000 employees around the globe with a world-class R&D team of 5,200 engineers. Company revenue for 2014 was approximately US$14.5 billion.


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Enjoy Maximum Luxury on your Terms with the ASUS ZenPad C + ZenPower Bundle

Make the most out of the ASUS ZenPad C (Z170CG) experience with a special promo bundle that combines the luxury of extensive, high-value entertainment and lasting power. Until February 20, this exciting deal throws in a free ZenPower – a 10,050 mAh credit card-sized powerbank – for every purchase of the ZenPad C (for as low as Php 5,995.00), ultimately inviting users to indulge and relax for as long as they want, wherever and whenever.

According to ASUS Philippines Marketing Manager Jamie Zaldivar, the ZenPad C + ZenPower bundle expertly addresses an entertainment-driven age where users seek out quality experiences that allow them to take their time enjoying many of their favorite things. “With communication and entertainment devices constantly in use by a mobile market, the need for gadgets to remain powered up is a key concern for many users,” she says. “Paired with the ZenPower, the ZenPad C presents an idyllic opportunity for its users to take pleasure in the added benefit of extended hours on their tablets – enabling them to truly unwind at their own pace, in their own time.”

Known as the ultimate entertainment tablet, the ZenPad C truly promises and delivers luxury on your terms with an impressive 7-inch IPS display and DTS-HD Premium Sound, which result in stunning brightness and image clarity for all your favorite shows, films, and videos. Thin and light at just 8.4mm thick and 265g and boasting a sleek yet simple design, it also allows users to enjoy every feature in style, and on the go. Packed with 16GB of storage expandable up to 128GB, users get to enjoy adding a wide plethora of entertainment options to their devices, giving them the pleasure of great choices and variety.

Completing the attractive offering are the ZenPad C’s handy call and text functions, which guarantee impressive connectivity. The Dual-SIM tablet features 3G capabilities, ideal for social media messaging, social media apps and web browsing. “

The ZenPad C has enjoyed good reviews from local tech experts and users who have hailed the tablet for achieving the perfect combination of high value and affordability in terms of design, experience, and features.

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AVAILABILITY & PRICING
ASUS ZenPad C is now available in all authorized re-sellers nationwide for as low as P 5,995.00.

Product Name	ZenPad C 7.0
Model	Z170CG
Operating system	Android Lollipop 5.0
Processor	Intel® Atom™ x3-C3200 Quad-Core, 64bit
Display	7" LED Backlight WSVGA (1024x600) Screen IPS Panel 10 finger multi-touch support Anti-fingerprint coating Full lamination
Camera	0.3 MP Front Camera 2 MP Rear Camera
Network standards	HSPA+ UL:5.76Mbit/s/DL:42Mbit/s ,
2G	EDGE/GPRS/GSM: 850/900/1800/1900
3G	WCDMA (WW)
	850/900/1900/2100
Memory and storage	16GB Storage
	LPDDR3 1GBRAM
Wireless	802.11 g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 4.0
Location	GPS, AGPS, GLONASS
Battery	3450mAh lithium-polymer Battery
Bundle (Until Feb 20, 2016)	ASUS ZenPower
SRP	PHP 5,995 with free ASUS ZenPower Powerbank

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Here are 5 Reasons Why ZenFone Go is a Must-Have

Here are 5 Reasons Why ZenFone Go is a Must-Have

Now, more than ever, it is undeniable that smartphones have truly become the centerpiece of our traveling lifestyle. Whether one considers himself to be an adventurous soul, an aimless wanderer, or perhaps simply an explorer-at-heart, every aspect of our travels is made even more fun with our handy smartphone there with us in every step of our journey.

While it seems that choosing the right kind of smartphone may be as challenging as planning your next travel destination, one actually need not look no further than the trailblazing ASUS ZenFone smartphone series, which since its launch last July 2014, has literally taken over the world by storm. And just like the bucket lists and itineraries we are all so accustomed in preparing for a brand new adventure, allow us to list down some of the top reasons why in particular the value-for-money ASUS ZenFone Go (ZC500TG) would be the perfect smartphone to have with you during your road trips and vacations this season.

The Price is Right: Your Best Bet for a Budget-Friendly, High-Value Smartphone

For a retail price of just PHP 5,995.00, the ASUS ZenFone Go is a sure hit for millennial travelers who are always on the look-out for items that will not only be useful to have wherever they go, but will also be  ‘easy on the pocket’ for their budget travels. With its key features and main selling points (read on below), the ZenFone Go will really suit the lifestyles of both road warriors and vacationers alike.

Without a doubt, this smartphone’s very affordable pricing allows you to enjoy new experiences and destinations without having to break the bank.

Every Traveler’s Delight: It’s Compact, Elegant and very Light

They say that the secret to a stress-free travel is to simply pack light, and this could not be any more true for the ZenFone Go. With its light and compact built (weighing only 135 grams), the ZC500TG ensures travelers that you reduce space, weight, and any additional cost for your baggage. Moreover, at is slimmest point, the ZenFone Go is only 5.2mm – ultimately making it comfortable to hold and travel-friendly enough to be placed in your pocket anywhere you go.

And because what is traveling, if not in style, the ZenFone Go also displays the iconic ASUS spin cut-effect, with the concentric lines providing a magnificent visual effect. For added aesthetic, the ZenFone Go comes in three stylish colors of your choice: White, Black or Red.

The Need for Speed: Instant Touching Response

More often than not, nothing says “travel buzzkill” more than having to encounter speed bumps, detours and long waits along the way, most especially if you are in a hurry.

You will definitely not encounter these with the ZenFone Go what with its unmatched instant touching response: The ZC500TG is equipped with a super sensitive and instant 67ms touch response time that keeps up with all your needs even when you are on the go, or in a rush – making this the perfect travel gear for multitaskers and globetrotters.

Loud and Clear: An Audio Experience Like No Other

The ZenFone Go also offers you added entertainment at the palm of your hands as you go about in your travels. The ZC500TG benefits from ASUS-exclusive SonicMaster technology for exceptional mobile-audio experiences. In fact, the smartphone’s ingenuous amplifier design enables the ZC500TG to deliver an output voltage that is up to 25% greater than competing smartphones.

Going the Extra Mile: But Wait, There’s More!

Photo enthusiasts and social media- savvy travelers can also enjoy the ZenFone Go’s camera functions, what with its two built-in cameras, with the main camera having an 8MP, f/2.0 lens.

On top of these, the ASUS ZenFone Go keeps the fun rolling with a high-capacity battery that provides almost 30 hours of 3G talk time and over 10 days on standby. The ZC500TG also packs a powerful 1.3GHz quad core processor for superior everyday performance, and includes intelligent dual SIM, dual-active technology that lets users both deal with and switch seamlessly between business and personal needs.

PRODUCT SPECS

Brand	ASUS
Model Name	ZC500TG
Marketing Name	ZenFone GO
MSRP (Local currency)	PHP 5,995.00
Screen Size	5-inch
Screen Resolution	IPS
Pixel Per Inch	294
IPS Panel	soda lime
Processor	MediaTek
	MT6580
	Quad-Core
	1.3GHz
Rear Camera	8MP, f/2.0 Aperture, Auto focus
Battery	2070mAh Polymer battery (removable)
Front Camera	2M
3G Network	DC-HSPA+ (DL/UL): 42/5.76 Mbps
LTE Network	N/A
3G Quad Band Support (850/900/1900/2100 MHz)	850/900/1800/1900
Operating System	Android Lolipop 5.1
RAM	2GB
Storage	16GB
WebStorage/Google drive/Dropbox bundle (Y/N)	5GB lifetime for free
Dual SIM-Card Support	Yes
Maximum Micro SD Card support size	64GB
Bluetooth	BT 4.0
Navigation System	Support GPS、A-GPS and GLONASS
Sensor	1.Accelerator 2.E-Compass 3. Proximity 4. Ambient light sensor
Weight (gram)	135G
Available Color	Red/White/Black

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