Forbes: Marissa Mayer Spent 13 Years in Facebook?
I guess the editorial staff of Forbes has overly researched Marissa Mayer’s profile.
Marissa Mayer’s Profile in Forbes
Screenshot of Marissa Mayers Profile in Forbes website.
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Categories: Internet, social network, Technology Tags: Marissa mayer, Yahoo
Samsung Galaxy S3 Free at Sun Elite 1500 Plan
Days before the unveiling of the much-anticipated Samsung Galaxy S4, Sun Cellular announces that the current flagship phone of Samsung Mobile, the Samsung Galaxy S3 is now free at Plan Elite 1500.
Sun Cellular now offers the Samsung Galaxy S3 free at Sun Elite 1500 Plan
[Related: Samsung Galaxy S4 Event on March 14]
About Samsung Galaxy S3
Samsung Galaxy S3 is the flagship smartphone of Samsung Mobile. Unveiled last May 2012, it quickly became one of the most successful smartphones in history selling over 20 Million units in its first 100 days.
Samsung Galaxy S3 has the following specifications:
- 4.8” Super AMOLED Touch Screen
- S Voice Application
- 1.4 GHz Quad-core Cortex A-9
- 8MP Camera
- Android Ice Cream Sandwich
For the detailed specs and features, please see the article below:
[Read: Samsung Galaxy S3 Release – Features, Availability, and Price in the Philippines]
About Sun Elite 1500 Plan
The Sun Elite 1500 Plan gives you the following services:
- Unlimited Sun Calls and Texts (Sun to Sun)
- Unlimited Mobile Internet
- Unlimited Local Landline*
- 250 FREE Texts to other networks
- 60 IDD minutes**
*For landline calls within your local area only. Unlimited landline feature is available in NCR, Rizal, Albay, Camarines Sur, Cavite, Batangas, Laguna, Pangasinan, Zambales, Nueva Ecija, Quezon, Benguet, Tarlac, Bataan, Isabela, Bulacan, Pampanga and Ilocos Sur
** IDD 10 Countries: US (Main), Canada, China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Brunei, Guam, Macau
How to Apply for Sun Elite 1500 Plan?
Just go to the nearest Sun Shops and bring the following requirements:
Subscription Application Requirements:
I. COMPLETELY FILLED OUT APPLICATION FORM/S WITH LANDLINE NUMBERS
II. VALID ID (example Philippine Driver’s License)
III. ANY OF THE TWO (2) OPTIONS BELOW:
Option 1: Proof of Billing & Proof of Income
A. PROOF OF BILLING (example Electric Bill)
B. PROOF OF INCOME ( example Income tax Return or BIR Form 2316)
Option 2: COMPETITOR BILL – Account must be current with no overdue balance or paid if already due.
The Subscriber must have been with the competitor network for at least six (6) months at the
time of application to Sun Cellular.
Please see more details here:
[Read: Sun Cellular Subscription Requirements]
Reminders Before Applying for Sun Elite 1500
I know many already know about this but for the sake of those who still don’t, here are a few reminders and notes:
- Make sure that the place where you usually go or stay have Sun Cellular 3G signal
- for those in major cities, this won’t be a problem
- voice and text signal does not guarantee 3G internet signal
- You can always share your mobile phone internet connection through tethering or personal hotspot, a feature common in smartphones like Galaxy Grand
- Sun Elite 1500 Plan has a 2-year contract
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Categories: Internet, Mobile, Philippines, price Tags: Android, galaxy s3, Internet access, Mobile device, Samsung Galaxy S4, samsung galaxy sIII, smartphone, Sun Cellular, Telcos
SMART Pocket WiFi Now Available Under Unlimited Plan 999
SMART Communications is now offering their Pocket WiFi device under the unlimited internet plan 999. You will have to pay a one-time fee of 800 Pesos for the device. And just like other unlimited plans with tied up devices, you will be under a lock-up contract of 24 months. Previously, they only offers this at plan 599 with 50 hours of internet surfing per month.
SMART Pocket Wifi
The Pocket WiFi device is made by Huawei, the largest manufacturer of telecommunication equipment and devices in China. It can connect five different devices at a time. The battery life though is just enough for five hours. The package comes with a USB cord for tethering and charging.
SMART claims that the SIM inside the device can deliver up to 7.2 Mbps of internet speed but it depends on many factors such as signal strength and internet traffic congestion.
To apply, visit the nearest SMART Sales office bringing the following requirements:
- Identification (valid IDs)
- Proof of Billing address (any bill or statement under your name with address on it)
- 800 Pesos (one-time fee) for the Pocket WiFi device
Open Line Pocket WiFi device
If you don’t want to be under the 24-month contract of SMART, you can just buy a prepaid SIM of any network (SMART, Globe, or Sun). Then buy the original Huawei-made device. The current price is 4000 Pesos and is available in selected electronic stores here in the country. For those in Cebu, you can buy it at Ingenius Stores in Ayala Center, IT Park, and SM City Cebu.
SMART also offers an unlimited 999 postpaid SIM with a lock-in period of just 6 months.
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Smart LTE Packages for Selected Postpaid Subscribers
Leading mobile broadband provider Smart Communications announces today Smart LTE “bucket” packages for selected postpaid subscribers. Smart LTE now comes in three packages: a 1 day access, a 7 days access and a 30 days access to the fastest mobile internet broadband network in the country.
This offer is for those with unlidata, regular and consumable Smart postpaid accounts. To register, just key in the following keywords and send to 2200.
LTE 50 – 1 day Smart LTE access
LTE 299 – 7 days Smart LTE access
LTE 995 – 30 days Smart LTE access
Once enrolled, your LTE enabled device will automatically connect to available Smart LTE. Smart claims to have their LTE to more than 770 establishments including malls, restaurants, and public areas across 10 cities in NCR and in select areas in Boracay, Cebu, and Davao. For more information about specific locations, check the list from smart.
To know whether your phone supports the Smart LTE, please check the product specification or go to the nearest Smart Wireless Center to verify.
This promo is valid until March 31, 2013 only.
Smart LTE “Bucket” Packages for Selected Postpaid Subscribers
About Smart LTE
Long Term Evolution (LTE) is the fastest commercially available mobile Internet connectivity technology. Theoretically, it can reach speeds of up to 100 Mb/s. Smart LTE though only advertises up to 42 Mb/s of speed. It is categorized under the 4G technologies along with WiMAX and HSPA+, both of which are already being offered by Smart in selected locations.
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Categories: Internet, Mobile, Philippines, price, Technology Tags: 4G, Long Term Evolution, Smart, smart LTE, wireless network
How to Register Sun Unlimited Internet?
I already wrote about how to register to the unlimited internet in SMART (Unlisurf) and Globe (Supersurf) networks. Now, I’m going to show how to register Sun Unlimited Internet Broadband.
First, you have to insert your prepaid SUN Broadband SIM card in a mobile device that can access its SMS ability. It could be a simple cell phone, smartphone, pocket wifi, dongle, or Broadband Plug-it device. The last three devices should be connected to a computer to reach the SMS Menu.
Once inserted, wait until the signal stabilizes. Then send the following codes to 247.
i50 – 1 day sun unlimited internet
i50 ON - 1 day sun unlimited internet – recurring every 7 days
i100 – 3 days sun unlimited internet
i250 – 7 days sun unlimited internet
The i50 costs 51 pesos, the i100 registration costs 101 Pesos, and so on and so fort. The extra 1 peso is for registration charge.
Sun Cellular
Sun Unlimited Internet Speed vs SMART vs Globe
I don’t have data from a systematic test that will give us conclusive answer on who among the three telcos provides the fastest speed and most reliable internet connection. But based on experience and feedback from other users, I concluded the following:
1. If you are located in a place where there is good Sun 3G signal, then Sun Broadband is the best choice for you. It offers the cheapest and the most stable connection among the three. The reason behind is that Sun Cellular has the newest mobile telecommunication equipment among the three networks.
2. If you are mobile and shifts place often, the best choice probably is SMART. SMART Bro has the widest coverage among the three options.
3. If the only 3G Signal available in your place is Globe, then choose Globe. Based on my experience, Globe has the worst service among the three.
Cellular Signal is Not Always 3G
There is a common misconception among users about cellular signal. Most think that if there is a call and text signal in a place, then you can have internet connection. But that’s not always true. Cellular network technology are classified into several types or categories. For example, Call and Text signals are just GSM networks that are designed to handle voice calls and SMS only. For internet connection, you should have at least an EDGE or the more common 3G signal. 3G networks provides the required bandwidth to transfer internet data (video, text, images, audio, etc). To make sure that your place has a coverage for mobile internet connectivity, visit the nearest sales office of your chosen provider.
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Categories: Internet, Mobile, Philippines, price, Technology Tags: Internet access, Smart Bro, Sun Cellular, sun unlimited internet, unlimited internet
Yugatech Website Hacked and Infected by Malware!
Popular website Yugatech.com was reportedly hacked and infected with malware. Both Firefox and Google Chrome showed independent warnings upon trying to open the website Wednesday morning. Here’s some screenshots.
Firefox Warns on Yugatech.com
Google Chrome warns on Malware from Yugatech
Yugatech website is owned and operated by Abe Olandres, a well-known technology blogger. The website is one of the most visited blog in the country and is a top destination for Pinoys looking for reviews of gadgets and technology news updates.
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Categories: Internet, Philippines, Security Tags: Blog, Google Chrome, Technology, Web browser, Website, World Wide Web, yugatech
Smart Nexus 7 Is Bundled With Pocket Wifi Plan
Smart Communications is set to offer Google Nexus 7 to the Philippines bundled with Smart Bro Flexisurf Pocket WiFi plan 599. Pre-order can be done starting November 30 at flexisurf.smart.com.ph. You can get the device in just 600/month for 24 months at zero interest.
Smart to Offer Nexus 7 bundled with Pocket Wifi Data Plan
About Google Nexus 7
Google’s Nexus 7 tablet features a stunning 7-inch touchscreen display, a quad-core processor and the latest Android OS, version 4.2 (Jelly Bean). The device itself was designed by Google in partnership with Taiwanese company Asus. Reviews of the device were mostly positive because of its price relative to its more-than-decent specs.
The device that will be offered by Smart is the 32 GB version.
About Smart Bro Flexisurf Pocket WiFi Plan 599
Flexisurf Pocket WiFi plan 599 will give you 50 hours/month of internet usage with speed up to 7.2 Mbps and a Pocket Wifi device. This plan is under what smart termed as “anti-bill shock” where your bill will automatically be capped at 999 Pesos per month (80 hours of usage).
You Monthly Bill?
If you decide to buy this device, you will have to pay 1199 Pesos (600 for the Nexus 7 and 599 for the data plan) per month for 24 months lock-up period.
Learn more about Nexus 7 in this article: Google Announces Nexus 4, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10
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Categories: Internet, Mobile, Philippines, price, tablet Tags: Android, Google, Google Nexus 7, Mobile device, Mobile OS, Nexus 7, Philippines, Smart, Smart Bro, Telcos
Google Free Zone Philippines – Free Google Access Via Globe
Google Free Zone is now in the Philippines and in fact, the Philippines is the first country where this Google initiative goes live.
What is Google Free Zone?
Google Free Zone allows users of mobile phone to use Google Search, Google+ and Gmail without charges. You do not need to have a data plan, just your ordinary phone service will work. Here in the Philippines, Google has partnered with Globe in the project. It means, Google subsidized all the data consumed by the user using the three Google services mentioned.
Google Free Zone works only to mobile phones with a browser. Feature phones with WAP browsers up to smartphones like Android and iPhones with fully functional mobile browsers will work. Tablets and PCs won’t work.
Google Free Zone Philippines via Globe Telecoms
On Clicking Links and Attachments
Google Free Zone aims to reach billions of people in developing countries who do not have access to broadband connections. But there are certain actions that will incur a charge from the service provider. Here’s some of them.
1. Viewing an image outside Google or Gmail.
2. Viewing an email attachment.
3. Clicking a link on the results page will not incur charge and will allow you to view the webpage for free. But clicking a link on that webpage will incur charges.
Don’t worry much about this rules. Globe will pop-out a warning before you do anything that will incur charges.
Google Free Zone and Facebook Zero
Remember Facebook Zero? Similar to Google Free Zone, Facebook Zero allows users to view their Facebook accounts for free but there are also actions that may incur charges.
If you are asking how Google and Facebook benefit in these “free” (subsidized) services, well, the answer is simple: advertisement. I’m not sure if either Google or Facebook serves ads on pages viewed using these free services. If not now, it is likely that they will do in the future to compensate for the expenses.
For more details about how to activate Google Free Zone on your phones, please check this link:
Google Free Zone
For more details about Facebook Zero, check this article.
How to Register Facebook Zero – Sun’s Free Facebook Access?
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Jam with Chrome and Story Builder – New Google Tools
Google has always been in support of liberal arts and just like Apple, they were successful in marrying Arts and Technology. Today, Google unveils two new tools that makes use of technology to bring out the artist in you: Story Builder and Jam with Chrome.
Jam with Chrome – Chrome Experiments
Jam with Chrome
Jam with Chrome is part of Chrome Experiments project. This web application allows up to three connected users to make music together in their Chrome browsers. You can choose from 19 different musical instruments to play with your friends. You can always switch to another instrument whenever you like. Here’s an example.
Jam with Chrome uses advanced web technologies like HTML 5, CSS 3, Web Audio API, Canvas and more. Try for yourself here in www.jamwithchrome.com.
Google Docs Story Builder
Story Builder is a tool to make a video that prove how users can collaborate using Google Docs. Use your creativity to a make funny, suspense, or even romantic story lines. Add music to it. You can also have many characters conversing with each other demonstrating how Google docs can make a real-time collaboration between multiple users possible. I made one my self, here’s the link.
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Google Maps for iOS? Nope, but you can have an icon instead
For those still not aware, Apple has already ditched Google’s mapping service in the latest version of their iOS mobile operating system. In replacement, Apple released their internally developed mapping service called Apple Maps. A few weeks ago, the service has gone live upon the release of iPhone 5 and the iOS 6.
People are not happy with Apple Maps
Surprisingly though, Apple Maps enraged many customers complaining about the inaccuracy and lack of data. Some inaccuracies are big such as misplaced cities and landmarks. The customer backlash has reached the point where Apple needs to issue an official public apology promising to make a fix as soon as possible. But from the look of it, it would be a hard job to do. Google has by far, the most data among all the mapping service. And ever since the first iOS device made into the market, Google has always been there as a default app. Customers are already accustomed to Google from day 1 of the iPhone.
Google Teaches iOS Users How to Access Their Maps in the Home Screen
Many expected Google to release a Map App for iOS, just like what they did when Apple ditched YouTube. Well, that hope has died down because one of Google’s leaders confirmed that they are not making an App for iOS. But in a blogpost, Google taught users how to access Google Maps from the home screen of Apple devices. Here’s the procedure.
1. In Safari, go to maps.google.com
2. In the top bar to tap on the arrow and select, “add to home screen”.
3. You can change the name of the icon.
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After the above steps, you will have an icon for Google Maps in the homescreen.
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