Lenovo S90 aims for stylish selfie addicts

MANILA -- Selfie addicts can depend on the Lenovo S90 as it comes with impressive front and rear cameras that take crisp and clear pictures no matter what the lighting condition may be.

And with a fingerprint-resistant, aluminum alloy unibody design, the S90 is also ideal for design-conscious users who would not settle for anything less in their mobile lives.

“Lenovo is investing more than ever in innovation that differentiates our products and sets the standard for quality, reliability, style and speed,” said Dino Romano, Lenovo Philippines mobile country head. “In particular, the Lenovo S90 is more than just a designer smartphone with impressive mobile performance. It also boasts of best-in-class features and seamlessly combines great form and great function."

The S90 provides a different experience with impressive results. Give credit to the built-in 8MP selfie camera, LED flash and low-light BSI sensor because this enable users to capture their best self in any lighting condition. Furthermore, the 13MP PureCel rear camera is not something to scoff at: users can take professional-level photos and videos every time, with stunning results in both high- and low-light conditions.

These built-in cameras are wonderfully complemented by the Super AMOLED HD display, an ultra-thin screen that saves power and reflects less light, giving users a more convenient way of viewing the photos.

The smartphone also projects a sleek look that fits the style of discerning mobile users who want to enjoy excellent physical design and high-quality material in their hands, without the premium price tag.

The aluminum unibody is fingerprint-resistant — users can hold, use, and enjoy the Lenovo S90 without constantly worrying about smudges that would take away from the glamorous look of this designer smartphone.

The dual-SIM phone has 4G capacity for those who want to stay connected in blazing speed. Powered by a 64-bit Snapdragon processor and 2GB RAM, the S90 ensures an delivery of an ultra-fast, smooth, and responsive mobile experience that allows users to share, view, download, and enjoy videos, music, images, apps, and websites instantly.

The Lenovo S90 is now available at Lenovo outlets nationwide, with a price tag of P13,999.

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Ashton Kutcher designs tablet for Lenovo

MANILA — Lenovo Philippines has officially launched the Yoga Tablet 2 Pro, which was designed by actor Ashton Kutcher, who joined the global tech giant as a product engineer a year ago.

The Kutcher-designed gadget has a superior resolution (2560 x 1440), long-life 9600-mAh battery and built-in Pico projector, making it "the ultimate home entertainment tablet" to add to anyone's wish list. The 8-watt JBL sound system with subwoofer also provides an immersive sound experience.

"Our vision for the Yoga Tablet 2 Pro was to create the best tablet on the market," Kutcher was quoted in an earlier Lenovo statement.




"To do that, we really looked at how people use tablets and what they needed for a better experience. The Yoga Tablet 2 Pro has got the best sound, a dramatically brilliant camera and display, a new mode, a projector and top processor, so I think we created the best tablet available. I can't wait for people to try it," the actor said.

The Yoga Tablet 2 Pro was among the new models of the popular Yoga series launched by the company last Friday at the Bonifacio Global City.

Lenovo also rolled out the Lenovo 50 that aims to give the company a broader reach of the computing market.

“Lenovo’s new Yoga line-up features thin designs and robust processors with four modes for amazing portability and performance when playing and working with digital content. Equipped with unparalleled audio capabilities and long battery life, the new Yoga multi-modes, as well as the new Lenovo Y50 being launched today reflect Lenovo’s commitment to innovation, paving a new way for doers to accomplish more in today’s mobile-focused digital era,” Michael Ngan, country general manager of Lenovo Philippines, said in his welcome remarks during the launch.

According to Samantha Baretto, product manager of Lenovo Philippines, the Yoga Tablet 2 allows users to use the three original modes — hold, tilt and stand ─ as well as a new mode, hang, which is also available on the Kutcher-designed tablet.

The fourth mode allows a user to "hang" the Yoga when viewing the content, allowing a user to allow them to perform their other tasks.

Furthermore, she said the Yoga 2 is more powerful with an Intel Atom processor, Dolby audio and Wolfson Master Hi-Fi. For better listening and photo shooting, it has dual front speakers and an 8 megapixel rear camera.

Meanwhile, Baretto said the new Yoga 3 Pro raises the bar in mobile computing as far as mobility and lightness are concerned. It is thinner by 17 percent as compared to the Yoga 2 Pro, 14 percent slimmer than its predecessor at just 12.8 mm and it weighs 1.19 kg. With a new watchband hinge made from 800 pieces of steel and aluminum, the Yoga 3 Pro is as flexible as a metallic watch band, with six focus points instead of two.

Complementing the distinctive new hinge design, the Yoga 3 Pro is available in two eye-catching colors: Platinum Silver or Champagne Gold.

Laptop for gamers

For his part, Lenovo 4P manager of consumer PCs Vinson Chua said gamers will enjoy the Lenovo Y50 laptop for its advanced technology, which includes an optional backlit keyboard, and NVIDIA GeForce, for enhanced graphics.

Powered by an up to 4th generation Intel Core i7 processor, Windows 8.1, and HDD, users can easily multitask among activities such as watching videos, opening apps, posting to social media and browsing photos.

Chua also noted that the powerful combination of JBL speakers and Dolby Home Theatre v4 helps to redefine the multimedia experience with its crisp and resonant sound.

The Yoga Tablet 2 Androids will be priced at P13,999 (wifi) and P19,999 (LTE wifi) for the eight-in and 10-in variants respectively, while SRPs for the Yoga Tablet 2 Pro and Yoga 3 Pro are at P33,999 and P76,995 respectively. The new Yoga multi-modes will all be available within the month.

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Lenovo unveils trendy Vibe X2 smartphone

MANILA – Lenovo recently launched the Vibe X2, which is claimed by the company as the world’s first "layered" smartphone as it fortifies its hold as a "PC Plus" leader.

“Becoming a PC Plus leader with a focus on smartphone is the most crucial challenge for Lenovo. We are well positioned to succeed as we have the innovation and in-house manufacturing capability to bring new and exciting products to the market quickly and efficiently,” Michael Ngan, country general manager of Lenovo Philippines, said.

The company said the development of the Vibe X2 involved designing countless samples of each hue. The company used robotic arms and clean rooms, as three coats of paint were applied for each tone, totaling nine coatings per phone

Equipped with the latest MediaTek MT6595 True Octa-core processor with 4G LTE, the company said the Vibe X2 can provide superb multi-tasking jobs, sustained performance-per-watt, fast 4G transmission rates and long battery life.

Powered by an Android 4.4 Kitkat, the company said the Vibe X2 will provide an all-time high data processing through memory optimization and improvement of touchscreen responsiveness and accuracy.

The Vibe X2 packs two advanced cameras equipped with multiple shooting modes and editing features so users can capture crisp, vivid photos and video whenever the moment strikes. For selfie junkies, its 5 megapixel wide-angle front camera with auto-shutter that is activated by the blink of an eye or a smile can deliver clear images.
Meanwhile, the 13 megapixel auto-focus, rear-facing camera comes with a back-illuminated sensor and LED flash to produce sharp shots.

In addition, the 32GB internal storage capacity gives users enough room to store their digital content.

Meanwhile, Lenovo also introduced the Vibe X2 battery and Vibe X2 speaker. The Vibe Xtension cases add a fourth layer to the phone's multi-layer design, immediately extending battery life and cranking up high-fi sound. The ultra-thin (5.1mm) X2 battery does double duty by protecting the phone while also extending its battery life by nearly 75 percent, lasting from day to night without having to recharge.

The X2 JBL Speaker amplifies music and movie audio. A stand allows for hands-free use and a built-in mic for group conference calls.

“Uniquely crafted with three layers of distinctive colors, the Vibe X2 is the ideal smartphone for design trendsetters and style followers. Combined with the all-new Vibe Xtensions which gives the Vibe X2 its fourth layer, these innovations will drive Lenovo’s leadership in the PC Plus era,” Dino Romano, country head of Lenovo Smartphones, said in a press statement.

“Our partnership with MediaTek delivers powerful performance in the stylish VIBE X2 and this will appeal to our discerning customers who value best-in-class features in their smartphones,” he said.

For his part, Ching-Jiang Hsieh, president of MediaTek, acknowledged Lenovo as one of its most important partners.

“We have been enjoying a full relationship over the course of the smartphone evolution from our single-core chip, through our latest True Octa-core LTE-enabled MT6595M SoC,” he said.

The Lenovo Vibe X2 will be available in white, gold, red and dark grey and will be available on the market by mid-November with a suggested retail price of P18,999.

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New Lenovo phone packs features for shutterbugs

MANILA -- Lenovo launched on Monday the Vibe Z2 Pro, the latest member of its flagship smartphone line, which offers a range of professional photography features.

“The new Vibe Z2 Pro proves that Lenovo’s smartphone portfolio is growing. The Vibe Z2 Pro is perfect for tech-savvy consumers who demand best-in-class entertainment and ability to run sophisticated apps,” Lenovo Philippines country general manager Michael Ngan said in a statement.

According to the global tech giant, the Vibe Z2 Pro differs from other smartphones as its 16MP rear camera uses a 16:9 BSI sensor that captures widescreen photos at full resolution. It also supports 4K resolution and high-speed 120fps recordings.

Moreover, the Enhanced 6 element lens boosts the already-strong low-light shooting performance of the BSI sensor. Shutterbugs will also appreciate Zero Shutter Lag, manual shooting settings and a HDR-ready custom SNAPit camera app.

The Vibe Z2 Pro’s IPS panel packs 2,560 x 1,440 pixels and its 490ppi screen density is one of the highest among existing premium smartphones.

Rated at 500 nits maximum brightness output, the display is easily viewable outdoors coupled with richer colors and wide viewing angles. In addition, with 83.5% of the usable screen estate, users can view more content, thanks to an ultra-narrow frame design.

Also available is a suite of custom Lenovo DOit apps such as SHAREit, SYNCit and SEEit Gallery.

SHAREit is a hassle-free way to share conten in a wireless manner; SYNCit backs up user’s contacts and other data to the cloud; while SEEit Gallery is an intuitive photo management tool featuring one-touch editing capability.

Powered by a 2.5GHz, Snapdragon 801 processor, the company said it can load and run apps quicker than other chips and users can count on its quad-core architecture and 3GB of RAM for a seamless multitasking experience.

The high-capacity battery and VIBE Z2 Pro’s advanced energy-saving features also ensure long hours of use.

For frequent travelers, dual SIM support with 4G compatibility makes international roaming a breeze.

The Lenovo Vibe Z2 is priced at P29,999.

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Lenovo releases multimode Yoga tablets

MANILA -- Lenovo Philippines recently launched the Yoga multimode tablet as it expects to grab a bigger market share in the local market with its unique modes.

Michael Ngan, country general manager of Lenovo Philippines, said the Yoga series has three modes -- hold, tilt and stand -- which enable consumers to have better user experience.

“Lenovo is once more swimming against the current to deliver a new way for consumers to enjoy their digital content. In a market defined by similar designs, Lenovo’s Yoga tablet stands out by standing up and tilting to fit into user’s preferences-whether for reading documents, browsing emails or watching movies,” Ngan said in a statement.

According to Ngan, the three modes was the result of a study of Lenovo engineers and engineers on the challenges faced by users of tablets.

He said users develop fatigue when holding and using tablets, noting there was no self-supporting mechanism when laid on a flat surface.

Another problem was having an inadequate viewing angle when set on a table.

With a cylindrical handle, Ngan said the hold mode enables a user’s hand to have a stronger control on the tablet. The hold mode makes reading, checking social media and browsing the web similar to when people read books and magazines.

If the user wants to switch to stand mode, they can just rotate the side cylinder 90° so that the tablet stand deploys, allowing the tablet to stand by itself on a table. Moreover, users can change the viewing angle to fit what’s comfortable for them from 110° to 135°. The stand mode allows users easy viewing for movies, place video calls and interact with the 10-finger touchscreen without having to rely add-on-accessories.

Users can also lay down the tablet in tilt mode to type directly on the tablet, play games and just surf the Internet.

Lenovo has also enriched the content through an auto-detection software that automatically brings up frequently used apps in hold and stand modes.

Aside from its multimode design, the Yoga also provides a longer battery life of up to 18 hours. It can even charge other devices such as smartphones via its USB on-the-go.

The 10- and 8-inch models run on MT 8389 Quad Core processors and feature Android 4.2. Both models are equipped with Dolby audio that create a powerful surround sound experience.

Considered featherweights by Lenovo, the 10-inch model weighs 1.35 pounds and 0.88 pounds for the 8-inch model. They feature high definition 1280 x 800 displays, a 5 MP auto focus camera plus a 1.6 MP front camera, 16G EMMC and Bluetooth.

Meanwhile, the 8-inch model features WCDMA without phone capabilities.

Lenovo offers an additional Bluetooth keyboard for the 10-inch model that functions as a cover and even wakes up the tablet when it’s removed and puts the tablet to sleep when it’s attached.

The 10-inch is priced at P16, 999 and the 8-inch will be selling at P14, 999.

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