Moto M: Power Meets Style

Millenials are indeed the luckier generation today when it comes to technology.  They have cited technology use as the most defining characteristic of their generation. They have easy access on what's new in the market, and they are on social media 24/7/ using their smartphones and tablets. While social media keeps growing and millenials chase the latest and greatest. Here is the latest smartphone design from Moto.

Moto recently launched Moto M on Feb 23 at Elias, BGC. The event was attended by Lenovo executives and media.

The Moto M is a powerful smartphone that complements their productivity needs while making them look good, too. Marvelously encased in fine metal, the Moto M is stylish and sleek, adding oomph to anyone’s personal style. For those who love taking selfies and photos, the Moto M offers an advanced 16MP rear camera and an 8MP selfie camera, so pictures come out with amazing quality.

Power meets style
With its gorgeous full-metal unibody and vibrant 5.5” Full HD display, the Moto M offers an elegant design and a gorgeous display that’s perfect for viewing photos and movies. With its blazing-fast Helio P15 Octa-core processor 2.2 GHz and up to 4GB of RAM1, users can now share images, surf the web and play games all at once without compromising speed. With 32GB of built-in storage 2, the Moto M allows users to store all their favorite songs, movies and pictures.

They can also play music and videos all day and all night without worrying about battery life, thanks to its whopping 3,050 mAh battery. And when it’s time to power up, there’s no need to slow down. The Moto M’s 10W rapid charger delivers hours of power within just a few minutes of charging.

Immersive sound and great visuals
With a Dolby Atmos powered rear speaker, the Moto M is engineered for outstanding audio. Millennials can bring their favorite music and movies to life with amazing clarity, richness, power and depth.

With a dynamic Correlated Color Temperature (CCT) dual LED flash, it automatically adjusts for natural-looking skin tones and consistent, vibrant colors. The Moto M also features a Pro mode, which gives users manual control over white balance, manual focus, shutter speed, ISO and exposure compensation.  By manually adjusting settings, users can easily take photos that match their washed-out Instagram feed or even artistic grainy shots that exude a vintage feel. The 8MP selfie camera has a beautification mode and numerous filters that ensure everyone always looks great in selfies.

Matchless protection
Users can also instantly unlock the Moto M with the ultra-fast fingerprint sensor, which makes their password as unique as they are. They can simply touch the fingerprint reader to wake the Moto Mup while simultaneously unlocking it. The Moto M’s water-repellent nano-coating also protects the smartphone against spills and splashes, both inside and out, so Filipino millennials never have to worry about a little water while sitting by the poolside or a bit of drizzle getting in their way.

Pricing and availability
The Moto M in fine gold is now available for Php14,999 in Moto stores,select MemoXpress and Silicon Valley outlets and Lazada.com.ph.  Buyers can also enjoy a low monthly rate of Php 2,499and credit card purchases with 0 percent interest for six months through these dealers. The Moto M in gold is now available while the dark gray will be available starting second week of March.

Lenovo partners with Lazada for the launch of A7000 on May 21!

Lenovo launches  A7000, the world's first smartphone that features Dolby Atmos technology last May 13 at 4DX Cinema 4, BGC. The 5.5 HD displays the Dolby Atmos difference with its crisp sounds and music that comes around with clarity, richness and depth. The moment you use A7000 and hear the sound via your headset, you will already tell the big difference between other smartphones. I am just as excited as everybody else, because I won the A7000, unboxing and review to follow upon claiming of my unit. You can purchase the much awaited Lenovo A7000 through Lazada online store on May 21!

 The Lenovo A7000 smartphone is built for entertainment on a budget. If you are the one who would like to upload movies, series and videos this is perfect for you,  the A7000 has a 5.5” HD screen and MediaTek 4G LTE True8Core processor and 2GB RAM that delivers quick and smooth responses with the Android 5.0 Lollipop VIBE UI.  Rounded out with dual 8MP and 5MP cameras that comes with beautification app that enchances your selfies.  The A7000 is a responsive multimedia performer which promises a fulfilling user experience.


Philippine customers may also purchase the A7000 on Lazada Philippines’ online store during a flash sale to celebrate the launch. This is the first time Lenovo is doing a concurrent launch across six ASEAN countries.

“Due to the rapid growth of mobile internet, e-commerce and interactive marketing, we see a significant change in the traditional business model. Lenovo as a market leader needs to adapt fast to remain innovative and to seize opportunities to be ahead of the game. The partnership with Lazada has allowed us to take that step forward to meet our common goal,” said Dino Romano, Country Lead, Lenovo Smartphone, Philippines. 

According to the January 2015 "Digital in the Philippines" snapshot of We Are Social, Internet access in the Philippines has grown by 500% in the last four years – fastest rate in Southeast Asia. The said report also cited Philippines’ lead in average "Time Spent on the Internet" through laptop and desktop, and is one of the highest via mobile worldwide. From a global average of 4.4 hours/day, the Filipino spends an average of 6.3 hours/day online via laptop and 3.3 hours/day via mobile.

Lenovo has adopted the use of the online-to-offline (O2O) business model to emphasize customer engagement, quicker response and effective social media communication. This model was successful in India and Indonesia and will be adopted for Lenovo’s tie-in with Lazada to penetrate key markets in the region such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.

“We are excited to exclusively retail the Lenovo A7000 Smartphone across the six Southeast Asian countries that Lazada operates in, having already experienced our successful partnership in Indonesia. I am confident that our market leadership and reach to approximately 550 million consumers in the region, along with Lenovo’s business strategy and brand presence, will pave the way to a win-win partnership,” said Mr. Inanc Balci, CEO and Co-founder, Lazada Philippines.

Online buyers of the Lenovo A7000 are assured of worry-free ownership as the handset will be covered by Lenovo’s official one-year warranty and supported by the thirty (30) Lenovo Mobile service centers and collections points nationwide.


The patented Dolby Atmos makes sound flow above and around the user for a dramatically different listening experience. Users can simply plug in their headphones into the A7000 and enjoy being true surround sound.

 The Lenovo A7000 delivers high quality sounds and graphics with hardware optimization that boosts battery life.

The Lenovo A7000 is preloaded with apps that include Guvera Music, a streaming music service with a wide selection of over a million songs. Finally, this smartphone also offers lightning-fast LTE speeds for streaming audio and video whenever and wherever users want mobile entertainment.

Pricing and Availability

The Lenovo A7000 will be available exclusively on Lazada.com.ph starting 12noon on May 21 and is priced at Php7, 390.
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Lenovo partners with MediaTek for VIBE X2, the world's first layered smartphone

Lenovo’s new flagship smartphone delivers high-speed performance with latest MediaTek True  processor and new VIBE Xtension accessories

Lenovo launches VIBE X2 the world's first layered smartphone to the media last November 5, 2014 at 12 Monkeys Music Hall at Century Mall.  The VIBE X2 turns heads with its signature design which frees users to express their multi-faceted lifestyles.

The layered motif is a quantum leap in terms of smartphone design. The thin and light VIBE X2 uses MediaTek’s latest 4G LTE mobile processor, promising consumers True Octa-core processing power.

“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,” said Michael Ngan, Country General Manager, Lenovo Philippines.

World’s First Layered Smartphone 
To create the VIBE X2, Lenovo meticulously designed countless samples of each hue. Utilizing robotic arms and clean rooms, three coats of paint were applied for each tone, totaling nine coatings per phone. To achieve a smooth finish, expert hand craftsmanship was employed as a final touch to further refine the layers.

Cutting-edge performance and power efficiency
Lenovo is the first to ship a smartphone with the latest MediaTek MT6595 True Octa-core processor with 4G LTE. MediaTek applied its CorePilot technology to the VIBE X2 to unlock the full  power of all eight cores. This allows the MT6595M to deliver superior multi-tasking performance and excellent, sustained performance-per-watt, allowing users to enjoy great multimedia features, fast 4G data transmission rates and long battery life on the VIBE X2.

With the Lenovo VIBE X2 running on Android 4.4 KitKat, system performance is also taken to an all-time high through memory optimization and improvement of touchscreen responsiveness and accuracy.

Multi-layered accessories for Multi-layered lifestyles
The Lenovo VIBE X2 packs two advanced cameras equipped with multiple shooting modes and editing features. Users can capture crisp, vivid photos and video whenever the moment strikes. Selfies are effortless with the VIBE X2’s 5MP wide-angle front camera with auto-shutter that is activated by the blink of an eye or a smile. The13MP auto-focus, rear-facing camera comes with a back-illuminated sensor and LED flash to produce sharp, brilliant shots. And with 32GB of internal storage, users will have ample room to store their digital content.

Lenovo also introduced two new innovative click-on accessories, known as VIBE Xtensions: VIBE X2 Battery and VIBE X2 speaker. The VIBE Xtension1 cases add a fourth layer to the VIBE X2’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,” said Dino Romano, Country Head, Lenovo Smartphones. “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.”

“Lenovo is one of our most important partners, and 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. MT6595M delivers high-end, powerful performance and is embedded with some of our leading technologies such as CorePilot and other premium multimedia features, making VIBE X2 one of the best devices to enable consumers to reach their potential and be, what we like to call, an Everyday Genius,” said Ching-Jiang Hsieh, President of MediaTek.


Pricing and Availability
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 SRP of Php18,999 at all Lenovo Mobile Exclusive Stores and authorized resellers of Open Communications, Lenovo’s exclusive smartphone distributor.


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Lenovo Multi-Mode Devices to Satisfy the Wired Travelers’ Wanderlust

Frequent travellers are all too familiar with the pain points of travelling with technology, from bulky laptops posing inconvenience during security checks to gadgets being the cause of excess baggage weight. Fortunately for today’s jet-setters, personal technology leader Lenovo has developed a slew of handy multi-mode devices that enable them to stay connected and remain productive wherever they are.

"Lenovo’s latest touch-optimized multi-mode devices including the Flex 2, Yoga 2 Pro and Yoga Tablet  have the right mix of portability and productivity to keep travelers connected, organized, and entertained while on the go.  Defying norms and breaking the mold in traditional design, these devices address today’s wired wanderers’ irks like tray-table constraints, outlet outage, and limited connectivity, crystallizing Lenovo’s commitment to innovation in the PC Plus era,” said Michael Ngan, Country General Manager, Lenovo Philippines.

Flex 2: Convenience and productivity embodied in a dual-mode machine
Featuring a comfortable keyboard and a stylish one-piece multi-touch touchpad with optional cool metal palmrest, the Flex 2 dual-mode laptop gives travellers touch-centric functionality and attention-grabbing 300° rotational capability, to keep them productive wherever they are. For killing time during arduous train journeys and plane rides, travellers can flip the keyboard by 300° to transition into Stand mode to view movies and riveting digital content in a whole new way. With the Flex 2’s HD widescreen display, NVIDIA GeForce graphics, and Dolby Advanced Audio v2 technology, travellers get to enjoy a rich entertainment experience when playing games, listening to music, and watching movies. They can also count on the  Flex 2’s optional dual array digital microphone for truer to life calls when using the 720p HD webcam to video chat with their friends and relatives back home.

Yoga 2 Pro: 360 degree rotation and multi-touch screen for extreme mobility

Unbelievably thinner and lighter than  before at 15.5 mm thin and 1.39 kg, the extra mobile Yoga 2 Pro multi-mode ultrabook gives a new meaning to “travelling light”, as users can enjoy four modes- laptop, tablet, stand, and tent- in one nifty package,  sparing them the hassle of bringing several devices along to their vacation. Its 350-nit screen featuring IPS 178° wide angle viewing allows travellers to enjoy visual clarity and exceptional screen resolution from any line of sight, for a better movie and multimedia experience. With the Yoga 2 Pro’s motion control and voice control, travellers can easily navigate through a wide range of applications, so they get to multi-task even when they are on the go.

Yoga Tablet: Built to last for the long haul with 18-hour battery life

Equipped with 18 hours of battery life, an ergonomic handle, and a built-in adjustable kick-stand, the Yoga Tablet makes travelling seem effortless. From giving loved ones back home a glimpse of the sights they encounter in real time via its high-definition 8MP rear camera and catching the perfect viewing angle in their passenger seat with its hold, tilt, and stand modes, to reading e-books comfortably with automatic Smart Display, which adjusts screen brightness to ambient light conditions, and enjoying good music with Dolby® Audio speakers’ excellent sound quality,  the Yoga Tablet covers travellers’ diverse requirements in a portable form factor that they can easily slip into their travel duffel bags. Aside from lasting for 18 hours, the Yoga Tablet’s battery can also double up as a power bank that allows users to recharge their phones without having to rely on power outlets.

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Lenovo partners with Forever 21 for the A8-50 and S850 launch

Lenovo A8-50 and S850 Fuse Beauty, Brains, and Portable Power

Lenovo partners up with global fashion brand Forever 21 for their two new additions to its PC Plus lineup A8-50 a tablet with the latest processor, enhanced sound, and a large screen and S850 a smartphone encased in a classy, colorful all-glass exterior. Joyce Pring and KC Montero hosted the event last July 19, 2014 at the SM Mall of Asia, Atrium..

KC Montero and Joyce Pring

“The Lenovo A8-50 and Lenovo S850 offer productivity in compact and extremely portable form factors to support diverse mobility needs of Filipinos. Packed with cameras, powerful processors, high-definition displays, and connectivity features,  the Lenovo A8-50 and Lenovo S850 allow users to handle multiple tasks in style,”said Michael Ngan, Country General Manager, Lenovo Philippines.


Lenovo A8-50: Colorful In and Out
With 30% larger screen than seven-inch tablets, the Lenovo A8-50 offers a more efficient on-the-go entertainment, gaming, and multimedia
 experience. Weighing 360g, the Lenovo A8-50’s  svelte eight-inch frame easily fits into the user’s hand.

Lenovo A8-50 supports Lenovo’s SHAREit and SYNCit apps for sharing photos, apps and other files across Android devices without network charges or Wi-Fi connection. The tablet  also  comes in midnight blue, pearly white, flamenco red, and canary yellow, for users to express their sense of individuality.



Designed for the fashion-conscious consumer, the beautifully-crafted Lenovo S850 features a classy all-glass exterior that encases smooth and responsive quad-core processor.The S850’s brilliant 13MP rear & 5MP front cameras capture crisp and sharp photos effortlessly. The 5MP wide-angle front camera takes awesome selfies and project better images in voice chats.

Thin and light at 140 g, the Lenovo S850 features a five-inch screen  for users to enjoy multimedia content in HD. A dual SIM smartphone, users can use different two numbers to take advantage of two data plans simultaneously.

Lenovo S850 also supports Lenovo’s range of DOit apps, allowing users to share content with friends rapidly without network charges or Wi-Fi connection, improve speed and protect their device against
viruses, spam and malware, back up and restore contacts, SMS messages and call logs, and use multiple shooting modes to when snapping photos.


Pricing and Availability
The Lenovo S850, which costs Php13,999 is available through authorized dealers of Open Communications, Lenovo Philippines’ exclusive smartphone distributor while the Lenovo A8-50, which costs Php10,499 is available through Lenovo’s authorized resellers.


"We have seen that mobile phones are increasingly becoming accessories and extensions of one's personality, so the association with fashion is inevitable. We at Forever 21 are happy to support Lenovo in the launch of their more fashion-oriented offerings,” said Dixie C. Li, VP-Operations, Forever 21 Philippines.

As a global fashion brand that appeals to today’s Millennial generation, Forever 21 reinforces Lenovo’s “For Those Who Do” campaign and communicates Lenovo’s position as a youth-centric brand.

Freebies and Discount Promos from Lenovo
To celebrate the release of the latest stylish gadget offers, Lenovo is offering two promos that are sure to delight fashionistas and fashionistos alike.

For every purchase of the Lenovo S850 or A8-50, consumers will get a Php250 Forever 21 discount voucher for a minimum purchase of Php2,500 worth of regular priced items. The offer is valid from July 21-August 15, 2014 at all Forever 21 Metro Manila branches.

Two lucky consumers can also get the chance to win Php5,000 pesos worth of gift certificates for a shopping spree at Forever 21 by simply uploading a mirror selfie of themselves with their brand new S850. The complete details of this contest can be found on Lenovo Mobile Philippines Facebook.    


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