Witness Local Teams Battle Their Way Up To Be The Next ROG Masters – ONLIVE LIVE STREAM

The Philippine ROG Masters qualifiers is currently happening from September 10, Saturday, until 18, Sunday wherein hundreds of Filipino Dota 2 and CS:GO teams will showcase their gaming strategy and tactics for a chance to represent Southeast Asis in the World Finals which will happen this October-November 2016.

In line with this, we would like to share with you a livestream link (https://player.twitch.tv/?channel=esportsinq&quot) of the online PH qualifiers which is happening today September 10 (Saturday) and 11 (Sunday) at exactly 11:00am.

Alcatel Announces PIXI Promo and Price Drop on Select Devices

Alcatel, a mobile device brand of TCL Communication, is saying hello to good buys as it offers great value deals for its select products.

The PIXI FIRST smartphone is now made more affordable with price cut from P3,299 to its dropped price of P2,699. Making it more enticing, there’s a magic promo period in which the PIXI FIRST is up for grabs for only P2,199. The magic promo runs until September 18 only.

The PIXI First is an ideal basic entry-level smart phone. It’s a dual sim smartphone supported by a quad core processor, the PIXI First is a smart choice for those looking for stylish yet packed with functionality devices. It also comes with 8MP back and 5MP front camera.

The PIXI 4 (5) is now available with a slashed price of P3,599 from its original price of P4,299. Get this powerful phone that comes with an enhanced camera, battery, and great audio experience at the most affordable deal.

The PIXI 4 (6) can now be yours at a super reduced price of only P4,999, a great offer from its original price of P5,499. This phone comes with a 13+8 MP camera and an 8GB memory in a slim and stylish hardware.

Another great offering from Alcatel is its PIXI 4 (7), a tablet powered by Quad Processor for a bigger screen experience. Now at P3,799, it is indeed a great slash treat from its original price of P4,499.

Included in the price drop is the Pop3 5.5” 3G Android which now sells at P4,399 from P6,299, Go Watch now at P3,449 from P4,799, and the GoPlay which is available at P6,149 from previous price of P8,999.

Hurry, grab your favorite PIXI product now and enjoy the perks of affordable and quality smartphones and tablets from Alcatel! This promo is per DTI-FTEB permit no. 8584 Series of 2016.


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Acer Supports grandPad Expansion to Switzerland in Partnership With Swisscom

grandPad® is excited to announce the expansion of its service to Switzerland, through a partnership with the major Swiss telecommunications provider Swisscom. Swisscom will be commencing a pilot program in Switzerland in September 2016, bringing outstanding 4G LTE internet connectivity along with world-class customer service to grandPad users in the nation.

This marks grandPad’s expansion outside of the United States, made possible through its strategic partnership with Acer announced earlier this year. Leveraging Acer’s global footprint and vast experience in international operations, grandPad can now start to offer its unique and successful service to seniors around the world.

Swisscom, a leader in senior care in their own right, offers many products to help enrich the lives of seniors in Switzerland, including their senior care product line. grandPad CEO Scott Lien says: “We’re excited to bring the same benefits our users enjoy in the U.S. to Switzerland. By pairing up with such an established technology leader with deep ties to the senior community, we feel that we have an incredible opportunity to help a lot of people.” 

Prior to this new partnership, grandPad joined forces with Acer Group to build bridges across industries and create a new accessible reality for America’s seniors. “Acer is thrilled grandPad is taking its first step towards global expansion,” said Maverick Shih, President of the BYOC Smart Products Business at Acer. “40 years ago, Acer began its own journey of globalization, and now with our competencies and global reach, we hope to facilitate grandPad’s growth and bring this life-changing service to even more seniors.”

Reto Weber, senior product manager in the Swisscom SmartLife Care line said, “Part of what makes grandPad so versatile and groundbreaking is their ability to form business partnerships with other industry leaders in order to help seniors. Swisscom and the SmartLife line are proud to be in the company of other great brands to help enhance the lives of seniors.”

The grandPad Senior tablet is unique because it was designed from the ground up for "super seniors" (those over the age of 75). It includes a number of patent-pending features that make it a delight for super seniors to use and enjoy everyday. The grandPad senior tablet makes the world more accessible to seniors by providing simple and safe ways to stay connected with family, friends and caregivers. The grandPad offers access to games, photo sharing, email, video chat and more.


About grandPad®
Using technology to help bring families together, grandPad® provides innovative solutions that are intuitive, engaging, and safe. Their flagship product, grandPad®, is a solution that privately connects the entire family on a platform built for seniors. With grandPad®, seniors can video chat with the family, check emails in real-time, share photos, play games, and much more. The intuitive, easy-to-use design turns technology into a gateway instead of a barrier, empowering seniors and encouraging them to Live Grand™. grandPad® is a privately held company based in Orange, CA. For more information, please visit https://www.grandpad.net or follow on Twitter @grandpad_social.

About Swisscom
Swisscom, Switzerland’s leading telecom company and one of its leading IT companies, is headquartered in Ittigen, close to the capital city Berne. Swisscom’s international activities are concentrated mainly in Italy, where its subsidiary Fastweb is one of the biggest broadband providers. Over 21,600 employees generate annual revenue of around CHF 11.6 billion per year. Swisscom is one of the most sustainable companies in Switzerland and Europe.

About Acer
Established in 1976, Acer is a hardware + software + services company dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale, and support of innovative products that enhance people's lives. Acer's product offerings include PCs, displays, projectors, servers, tablets, smartphones and wearables. It is also developing cloud solutions to bring together the Internet of Things. Acer is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2016 and is one of the world’s top 5 PC companies. It employs 7,000 people worldwide and has a presence in over 160 countries. Please visit www.acer.com for more information.


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Acer’s New Swift 7 The World’s First Laptop to Measure Less Than 1 cm Thin

At its Global Press Conference today at IFA Berlin, Acer unveiled its new Swift series of ultra-thin and lightweight notebook PCs. Comprised of four lines, namely the Swift 7, Swift 5, Swift 3 and Swift 1, the new ultra-thin models feature Windows 10 and include something for every budget and lifestyle.

“We are thrilled to announce the new Swift series, a complete ultra-thin laptop lineup with something for everyone,” said Jerry Hou, General Manager, Consumer Notebooks, IT Products Business, Acer Inc. “Front and center is the flagship Swift 7 with an all-aluminum chassis that’s less than one centimeter thin, while still packing in performance and stamina for all-day productivity.”

“The new 7^th Generation Intel Core processors set a new bar for performance and efficiency enabling amazingly fast, responsive designs that are also incredibly thin and light,” said Chris Walker, Vice President of the Client Computing Group and General Manager of Mobility Client Platforms, Intel Corp. “Intel and Acer’s strong collaboration is on full display with the new Swift series which delivers great performance in a beautiful package.” 

“Acer’s new Swift series notebooks give customers looking for a Windows 10 laptop a variety of options to align with what they need most.” said Peter Han, Vice President of Worldwide OEM Marketing, Microsoft Corp. “Whether looking for a high-end, performance-driven machine, a solidly-built value-priced device, or something in between, the Swift notebooks are designed to bring to life Windows 10 features to maximize entertainment, or productivity.”

Acer Swift 7 – Ultra-Slim with All-Day Battery Life

The Swift 7 weighs in at just 2.48 pounds (1.1 kg) and measures a mere 0.39 inches (9.98 mm) thin, making it the world’s first laptop to measure less than 1 cm thin. Its black-and-gold dual tone design brings a touch of elegance to its durable all-aluminum uni-body, while tough Corning^® Gorilla^® Glass adds superior scratch resistance to the 13.3-inch Full HD IPS[1] display with a micro-bezel. With up to 9 hours[2] of battery life, it is the perfect notebook for those on the go.

Small and speedy, top-of-the-line performance is delivered through a 7^th Generation Intel Core i5 processor, fast 256GB SSD and up to 8GB of memory.  The latest wireless technology (2x2 802.11ac with MU-MIMO) delivers reliable and up to three times faster[3] connections, while dual USB 3.1 Type-C ports are included for quick data transfer, connection to an external display, and to charge the notebook. An HD webcam with HDR (High Dynamic Range) imaging support provides clear, bright and detailed images.

 Acer Swift 5 – High-End Features without the Weight

Just 0.57 inches (14.58 mm) in height and weighing 3 pounds (1.36 kg), the Swift 5 manages to fit a 14-inch Full HD IPS display into a 13-inch frame, making it the ultimate in portability and usability. Available in Pearl White with gold trimming or Obsidian Black with silver trimming, it cuts an impressive figure combining brushed metal surfaces and diamond cut accents.

7^th Generation Intel Core processors coupled with fast SSDs (256 or 512 SATA or PCIe), up to 8GB of memory and the latest wireless technology deliver big results in a small package. Rounding out this strong feature set is up to 13 hours² of battery life, a backlit keyboard, a reversible USB 3.1 Type-C port and options for a touch display and fingerprint reader.

Acer Swift 3 – Essential Features at a Compelling Price

Just 0.7 inches (17.95 mm) in height and weighing 3.3 pounds (1.5 kg), the Swift 3’s svelte and lightweight design features a sturdy brushed-aluminum chassis. It offers up to 12 hours² of battery life and a collection of indispensable features for great productivity, mobility and security.

The Swift 3 models pair a 14-inch HD or Full HD IPS anti-glare display with 6^th or 7^th Generation Intel Core processors, fast 512GB SSDs, up to 8GB memory and 2x2 MU-MIMO 802.11ac wireless technology for fast and reliable internet connectivity.

Additional must-have features include a USB 3.1 Type-C port (for fast data transfers, connection to an external display, and to charge the notebook), and an HD webcam with High Dynamic Range. Lastly, the optional backlit keyboard is paired with a large 72 mm touchpad, providing ample room to navigate and maneuver.

A built-in fingerprint scanner is located at the upper right-hand corner of the palm rest and works in conjunction with Windows Hello for enhanced security. It takes less than one second from scanning a fingertip to accessing the desktop. It can also recognize specific people, linking actions to approved individuals, deterring inappropriate behavior and helping to eliminate fraudulent activity.

Acer Swift 1 – Light and Budget-Friendly 

Lightweight and priced right for a student or others on a budget, the Swift 1 is highly portable and includes the essentials, making them a great value. Just 0.7 inches in height (17.9 mm) and weighing 3.5 pounds (1.6 kg), the cover features a brushed-metal-like finish that minimizes fingerprints and scratches, while the diamond-cut edges around the power button and touchpad provide nice design touches. With up to 12 hours² of battery life, they will last a student an entire school day, with a few extra hours to spare for late night studying or web-surfing. The Swift 1 features a 14-inch HD display, an Intel Pentium^® or Celeron^® processor, 4GB of memory and either 32GB, 64GB or 128GB of eMMC storage.

Price and Availability

The Acer Swift 7 will be available in North America in October with prices starting at $999; in EMEA in October with prices starting at €1,299; and in China in September with prices starting at ¥6,999.

The Acer Swift 5 will be available in North America in November with prices starting at $749; in EMEA in November with prices starting at €749; and in China in October with prices starting at ¥5,999.

The Acer Swift 3 will be available in North America in October with prices starting at $499; in EMEA in October with prices starting at €499; and in China in September with prices starting at ¥4,999.

The Acer Swift 1 will be available in North America in November with prices starting at $249; and in EMEA in October with prices starting at €349.

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com.

The new Swift series was unveiled today at the next@acer press event at IFA in Germany, where the company announced a range of new devices and solutions for families, students and professionals. For more information, visit acer.com/nextatacer.

About Acer

Established in 1976, Acer is a hardware + software + services company dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale, and support of innovative products that enhance people's lives. Acer's product offerings include PCs, displays, projectors, servers, tablets, smartphones and wearables. It is also developing cloud solutions to bring together the Internet of Things. Acer is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2016 and is one of the world’s top 5 PC companies. It employs 7,000 people worldwide and has a presence in over 160 countries. Please visit www.acer.com for more information.

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Acer’s New Spin 7 Brings Life Full Swing with Extreme Portability and Versatility

Acer a few days ago expanded its convertible notebook offerings with the Spin 7, Spin 5, Spin 3 and Spin 1. The new Spin series convertible notebooks run on Windows 10, and incorporate innovative 360-degree hinges, along with Continuum, that enable them to be used in various ways: as a notebook or tablet, in a space-saving display mode, or in tent mode for sharing presentations or watching movies. Providing the ultimate in flexibility, they make computing anywhere, anytime easier than ever.

The Acer Spin series offers a wide variety of choices to address different needs, with the Spin 7 debuting as the premiere line. The Spin 5 and Spin 3 offer solid performance combined with compelling technologies such as Full HD IPS[1] displays and speedy solid state drives, while the Spin 1 is ideal for students or as a second computer.

Depending on model, they offer fast and reliable wireless connectivity with 802.11ac MU-MIMO wireless technology, providing up to 3 times faster[2] downloads. They also feature Acer BluelightShield which minimizes eye strain, Acer Color Intelligence which maximizes color saturation for bright and clear visuals, and Acer TrueHarmony for crisp and clear audio.

“With our new Spin series, Acer has a wide range of convertible notebooks for each and every need,” said James Lin, General Manager, Commercial & Detachable Notebooks, IT Products Business, Acer Inc. “Our top-of-the-line Spin 7 allows consumers to enjoy extreme portability without compromising on performance or versatility.”

“Acer’s Spin series convertible notebooks really highlight the variety of Windows 10 devices that are available for different customers’ distinct needs,” said Peter Han, Vice President of Worldwide OEM Marketing, Microsoft Corp. “Within the Spin series, customers can choose from a number of different Windows 10 PCs, good for a variety of uses, at a range of price points, and the convertible form factor offers additional flexibility on whichever device they choose.”

“The new 7^th Generation Intel Core Processors are perfectly suited for the Acer Spin series, prime examples of why the 2 in 1 category, including convertibles, continue to grow at a rapid rate” said Chris Walker, Vice President of the Client Computing Group and General Manager of Mobility Client Platforms, Intel Corp. “Our leading 14nm+ process technology enables 7^th Generation Intel Core to maximize performance while being extremely power efficient to help enable these thin and light 2 in 1 designs.”

Acer Spin 7 – Extreme Portability and Flexibility

Thinner than a standard DVD case, the Spin 7 is a mere 0.43 inches thin (10.98 mm) and weighs just 2.6 pounds (1.2 kgs), providing extreme portability and flexibility. Its 13-inch all-aluminum uni-body houses a 14-inch Full HD IPS Corning^® Gorilla^® Glass touchscreen display with a narrow bezel. Sleek and contemporary, its matte black chassis is complemented with polished silver hinges and diamond-cut edges around the touchpad. It offers up to 8 hours[3] of battery life.

As strong on the inside as it is on the outside, the Spin 7 offers uncompromised performance with a 7^th Generation Intel^® Core^™ i7 processor, up to 8GB of memory and a speedy 256GB SSD. Dual USB 3.1 Type-C ports are included for quick data transfers, connection to an external display, and to charge the notebook. A wide glass touchpad helps fingers glide smoothly across the surface with minimal friction.

Acer Spin 5 – Small and Compact With 13.3-Inch Display and Optional Pen Input

The Spin 5 features Acer’s proprietary wobble-free 360 degree dual-torque hinge, which makes it easy to open but prevents it from toppling over when using the touchscreen. The crossed-hairline brush finish on the aluminum top cover provides a fabric-like appearance, making the Spin 5 easy to grip while also preventing the accumulation of messy fingerprints and smudges.

Spin 5 is powered by up to 7^th Generation Intel Core processors for incredible performance, up to 16GB of fast DDR4 memory and up to 512GB of SSD storage for fast boot up and data transfer.  The Spin 5 delivers up to 10 hours³ of battery life for all-day productivity, and the bright 13.3-inch Full HD IPS touchscreen display can be used with an optional Acer Active Pen with Windows Ink. An HD webcam with HDR (High Dynamic Range) imaging support provides clear, bright and detailed images.

Acer Spin 3 – Larger 15.6-Inch Display and Dual Storage Support Make It Ideal for Work or Play

The Spin 3 features a 15.6-inch HD or Full HD IPS display and comes with a sporty brushed-hairline finish. Solid performance is delivered with 6th Generation Intel Core processors and up to 12GB of fast DDR4 memory. It also features dual storage support, and comes with both solid state drives (up to 256GB) and hard drives (up to 1TB)[4], providing fast boot up times and ample storage for documents and media. A backlit ergonomic keyboard with a 1.6 mm keystroke provides for comfortable typing. It also includes an HD webcam with HDR imaging and delivers all-day productivity with up to 9.5 hours³ of battery life.

 Acer Spin 1 – Perfect for the Classroom or as a Second Computer

With ultra-affordable prices and up to 9 hours³ of battery life, the Spin 1 is ideal for students or for use as a second computer. The Spin 1 comes in models with 13-inch or 11.6-inch Full HD IPS displays, and include configurations with all new Intel^® Pentium^® or Celeron^® processors. Designed with the classroom in mind, the Spin 1 (SP111-31) supports an Acer Active Pen with Windows Ink, and features a display that’s covered with Antimicrobial Corning^® Gorilla^® Glass[5], made possible by embedded antimicrobial ionic silver that lasts the lifetime of the touch surface.

Price and Availability

The Acer Spin 7 will be available in North America in October with prices starting at $1,199; and in EMEA in October with prices starting at €1,299; and in China in September with prices starting at ¥8,999.

The Acer Spin 5 will be available in North America in October with prices starting at $599; and in EMEA in September with prices starting at €599.

The Acer Spin 3 will be available in North America in October with prices starting at $499; and in EMEA in September with prices starting at €599.

The Acer Spin 1 will be available in North America in December with prices starting at $249; and in EMEA in November with prices starting at €299; and in China in October with prices starting at ¥2,999.

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com.

The Spin series was unveiled today at the next@acer press event at IFA in Germany, where the company announced a range of new devices and solutions for families, students and professionals. For more information, visit acer.com/nextatacer.

About Acer

Established in 1976, Acer is a hardware + software + services company dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale, and support of innovative products that enhance people's lives. Acer's product offerings include PCs, displays, projectors, servers, tablets, smartphones and wearables. It is also developing cloud solutions to bring together the Internet of Things. Acer is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2016 and is one of the world’s top 5 PC companies. It employs 7,000 people worldwide and has a presence in over 160 countries. Please visit www.acer.com for more information.

ASUS Republic Of Gamers (ROG) Officially Announces ROG Masters 2016 Gaming Tournament Philippine Qualifiers for DOTA 2 and CS:GO

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG), the world’s undisputed no.1 gaming brand opens ROG Master 2016 Philippine qualifiers to professional gamers and enthusiasts.

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) the world’s undisputed no.1 gaming brand is proud to announce that the ROG Masters 2016 Philippine qualifiers is now open for registrations for both DOTA 2 and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO). The ROG Masters is an action-packed and exciting gaming event that challenges both professional gamers and enthusiasts to show what they got in terms of strategy and tactics in games like DOTA 2 and CS:GO. The ROG Masters is considered as one of Asia’s largest eSports tournament with a grand prize amounting to $200,000 for the world championship and PHP 115,000 for local qualifiers.

Starting August 30 until September 9, gamers and interested participants all over the country can register their teams through the official ROG Masters Philippine qualifiers microsite http://rog-masters.ph/. From September to October 2016, DOTA 2 and CS:GO Philippine teams will battle it out in a series of local qualifiers for a spot in the ROG Masters grand finals which will be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 12th to 13th November, 2016.

Be the pride of the Philippines in the ROG Masters international stage

ROG Masters comes to the Philippines with the local qualifiers happening for DOTA2 and CS: GO teams.

ROG Masters Philippine Qualifiers’ Roadmap

Online and on-ground qualifiers will take place for each game. From every qualifier top teams will advance to local LAN finals which will happen in a premier gaming hub around Metro Manila on either September 17 or September 18, 2016.

The top 2 teams of Philippine qualifiers for both DOTA 2 and CS:GO will get a slot in quarter finals alongside with other Asia qualifiers. Moreover, the other teams who will not qualify from Philippine qualifiers, can still participate in Southeast Asia (SEA) qualifiers by completing the team registration on the ROG Masters official site which can be accessed here.

Asia has dreamt. Asia has anticipated and practiced. Now, Asia is rising.

ROG MASTERS strives to uncover rising talent in the Asian DOTA 2 and CS:GO scenes and bring it into the international spotlight. Throughout the regional qualifiers the stars of tomorrow are given their chance to shine. The most substantial matches will be broadcasted live and provide the newcomers with a chance to demonstrate their skills to their fans and followers. The offline grand finals will mesmerize visitors and viewers alike as each regions‘ finest enter the arena and battle for the favour of the crowd and the glory of the grand prize!

“The Philippine eSports scene is starting to get really exciting day-by-day. Few months ago, we partnered with the Professional Gamers' League (PGL) in mounting the world’s biggest DOTA 2 tournament series in country which is the Manila Major. And look, here we are now creating our own incredible gaming tournaments that aims to empower rising talents and future eSports local superstars as early as today,” shares George Su, Country Manager of ASUS Philippines System Business Group.

The ROG Masters Philippine qualifiers’ full gaming mechanics can be reviewed through this link.

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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.

Zenfone 3 Series Brand Ambassadors

After weeks of anticipation, ASUS Philippines finally unveiled its premium, powerful and game-changing line-up of Zenfone 3 smartphones in the recently concluded Zenvolution local event – led by ASUS global and local executives and the newly launched Zenfone 3 brand ambassadors, master storyteller, Jason Magbanua, ultimate performer, Gab Valenciano and cosplay queen, Alodia Gosiengfiao.

In a grand spectacle, ASUS officially launched its flagship smartphones namely ASUS Zenfone 3 Deluxe, Zenfone 3 Ultra and the exceptional Zenfone 3 to an excited crowd of around 500 fans, 300 media and 200 trade partners, during the Zenvolution local launch held at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza. ASUS likewise unveiled the new ZenBook3 and Transformer 3 which are both considered powerful, elegant and compact machines. The event was attended by top ASUS global executives led by ASUS Global Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Jerry Shen.

‘Staying true to the core of the brand, we believe that industry movers such as Jason, Gab and Alodia best embody the passion points of the premium and powerful Zenfone 3 series.

We have full confidence that our ambassadors are a perfect fit with the brand to demonstrate the power, elegance and versatility of our new flagship smartphones, said ASUS Marketing Manager, Christian Jamolod.

Jamolod likewise emphasized that the three personalities are the ultimate persona of power, agility, clarity, and innovation.

“We knew exactly the personalities that would best represent each phone, it was match made in heaven. We are so happy to have three industry leaders on-board as our Zenfone 3 ambassadors,” Jamolod added.

Zenfone 3 Local Brand Ambassadors, Jason Magbanua, Gab Valenciano and Alodia Gosiengfiao at the ASUS Zenvolution Center Stage.

The top-of-the-line Zenfone 3 Deluxe which is the ultimate expression of the ASUS smartphone technology was personified by Jason Magbanua, a celebrated wedding videographer who epitomizes the same unparalleled class of the ZenFone 3 Deluxe.

Newly launched brand ambassadors shares their experience about Zenfone 3

“I nicknamed this phone Sexy Beast, it’s sexy and powerful. And as a profession, I document other people’s events but I also love to document mine, my family, friends, and my travels, and I’m able to take excellent pictures with this camera,” says Magbanua.

The 5.7-inch ZenFone 3 Deluxe is a fusion of premium aesthetics, being the world’s first full-metal smartphone combined with exceptional performance, and on top-off that is an astounding camera that raises the bar for mobile photography with its incredible 23MP camera featuring the latest Sony IMX318 image sensor and the ability to shoot steady 4K UHD videos, which will make anyone madly in love with the ZenFone 3 Deluxe.

Master Storyteller, Jason Magbanua shares his experience using the newly launched Zenfone 3 Deluxe.

The gigantic 6.8-inch Zenfone 3 Ultra was meantime embodied by Gab Valenciano, the master entertainer especially in choreography. A fitting representation of the Zenfone 3 Ultra designed for multimedia and entertainment lovers.

“Sometimes size doesn’t matter, it’s the performance but why not both? And that’s one of the biggest thing that I love about this premium phone. It has an amazing camera, a full HD screen, and the sound is very superb, and watching videos in something this big is quite amazing,” says Valenciano.

Ultimate entertainer and performer, Gab Valenciano tells the crowd how amazing the new Zenfone 3 Ultra is.  

The ZenFone 3 Ultra is the world’s first smartphone to have the ASUS-exclusive Tru2Life+ video-enhancement technology that allows a fervent visual experience; that is complimented with two new powerful five-magnet stereo speakers and a NXP smart amplifier that provides a crystal clear defined sound. It’s also the world’s first smartphone with virtual 7.1-channel surround-sound with DTS Headphone:X™ that’s more than enough to electrify anyone seeking for an incredible multimedia experience.

The feature-packed smartphone ZenFone 3 which boasts premium design and an empowering performance for all walks of life was personified by Alodia Gosingfiao, the reputed cosplay goddess and certified gamer, a fitting embodiment of the ZenFone 3 which radiates agility, beauty, and clarity.

Cosplay queen, Alodia Gosiengfiao shares her insights on why the new Zenfone 3 is the perfect smartphone for gaming, photography and overall entertainment.

“I brought my Zenfone 3 to Japan a few days ago and played Pokemon Go, I was playing the whole day but what I didn’t realize is that I didn’t charge my phone. The battery life was amazing, it lasted the whole day and I got lots of Pokemon!” says Gosingfiao.

The 5.5-inch ZenFone 3 is a gorgeous phone with an amazing performance that delivers an incredible visual experience that makes any apps, videos, and games look their best. It boasts a narrow bezel that provides a 77.3% screen-to-body ratio for a maximized viewing area in a slim and compact body. Apart from that is a sleek 16MP camera that can achieve precise focus in just 0.03 seconds. It’s the world’s first smartphone worldwide to be powered by the new Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 625 octa-core processor – the first Snapdragon 600 series processor with 14nm s FinFET process technology. It also has a PC-grade graphics and up to 4GB ram that delivers an amazing mobile performance. True enough, the Zenfone 3 just doesn’t look and feels twice its price, but it also makes everything exponentially better.

A premium additional to the Zenfone 3 series family

Besides these were also the reveal of the ASUS Zenfone 3 Laser that has an ultra-fast 0.03second laser auto focus which sports a 13MP camera with Sony IMX214 sensor and color correction that delivers stunning photos. Another eye-catching smartphone that was revealed during the launch is the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max, a premium smartphone with an unmatched battery life designed to help users get through the day without worrying about charging in the middle of the day. Its battery capability is so massive to the extent that it can also double up as a power bank to charge other mobile devices.

Once again, ASUS proves its mastery of its craft, a solid proof that its middle name is, and will always be — innovation.