Sony Xperia Z5 first impressions, camera sample

A few hours ago, I posted about the Z5 Compact. Now, let's take a look at the medium sized phone on the Z5 line-up. Here's the Sony Xperia Z5.

Sony Xperia Z5 Compact hands-on, camera sample

A smartphone launch event is not complete for me without those hands-on on the device so here's what I got on the Sony Xperia Z5 Compact

Sony Xperia C5 Ultra first impressions, camera samples

After the M5 Dual,  I also got a chance to check the other new midrange phablet that was released by Sony lately. Here's what I discovered on the Sony Xperia C5 Ultra.

Sony Xperia M5 Dual first impressions, camera samples

Alongside with the Philippine launch of Sony Xperia Z5 family, they also their 2 newest smartphones with Mediatek SoC. This blog post, I concentrated on the Sony Xperia M5 dual.

BS Mobile Fire unboxing, first impressions, specs, price

First time that I'll gonna have some unboxing of an BS Mobile device at my hub. It is currently one of their few quad-core devices. Meet BS Mobile Fire.

These are the front and back views of the device. I really censored a part of the specs sheet as I got the real specs on this blog post. The box is quite presentable and nice.

The front has 2 MP secondary camera, 5 inch FWVGA display and standard Android capacitive buttons. Good thing that the screen protector is already installed. The back has 8 MP rear cam with flash, BS Mobile marking and single speaker. The rest of the specs include Android 4.2.2 Jellybean, 512 MB RAM, 4 GB ROM, 3G capable, 1.3 GHz Mediatek MT6582 quad-core processor, dual SIM (1 regular, 1 micro),  micro SD slot, Bluetooth, WiFi and 1,800 mAh removable Li-ioN battery. I noticed that both side have this "honeycomb" design and the form factor reminds me of some Samsung Android devices minus the trademark home button.

3.5 mm. audio jack at the top, micro USB slot and pin hole mic at the bottom.

 Volume rocker at the left, power/unlock button at the right

A glimpse if you'll remove the back cover of BS Mobile Fire.

The essentials include warranty paper, instruction guide, 1 ampere USB charger, flip cover, USB cable and earphones

I tried the flip cover on the phone and it fits perfectly.

For my first impressions, I found that the device has a surprising solid feel plus the durability of the back cover and flip cover are quite on the positive side. Switching apps are a-ok but not as fast as other counterparts with the same SoC and 1 GB RAM. Let's see if the BS Mobile Fire will fare will in my upcoming review soon. It currently has an SRP of Php 3,599 at BS Mobile stores and their number of online stores including one on Lazada Philippines.

Motorola Moto E 2nd Gen unboxing, first impressions

I knew this brand way back from late 90s together with Nokia. I am happy that Motorola Philippines gave me a chance to do some unboxing and a full review soon of the Motorola Moto E 2nd Gen

MyPhone My22 first impressions

If My21 is kinda small for you, I also looked out at it's probably bigger brother. Here's my first look on MyPhone My22.

MyPhone My21 first impressions, camera samples

I had a great time during the first day of MyPhone's 1st selfie store located at the second floor of SM MOA Cyberzone to the point that I had a chance to check out some of their latest under the MY series. Here's what I got on MyPhone My21.

BS Mobile Flubbi first impressions, Antutu, specs

Aside from the Gravity, they put in more phones in their conference room for unboxing. This was one of the surprise phones as I never it yet on their Facebook page plus they are now joining the parade on this particular SoC that I already saw this 2nd half of the year with other local brands.

BS Mobile Gravity official specs, first impressions, Antutu, camera samples

Another #RNTDFirst on the list again. Last weekend, I got an exclusive invite from their GM to go to BS Mobile's main office to check the brand's current flagship phone. This is the BS Mobile Gravity.

Cherry Mobile Flare X first impressions, camera sample

I never got a real chance to hold and test this device during it's launch a few months ago. Good thing, one of my fellow tech persons had it. Here's what I have to say about the Cherry Mobile Flare X.

Alcatel Flash 2 Unboxing and First Impressions Part 2

When I had this device at it's launch, I had a bitin feeling when I found out that it was a prototype device so I took a chance for a round 2 of first impression of Alcatel Flash 2 via Lazada Philippines's latest unboxing sessions together with select tech and lifestyle bloggers.

Acer Liquid M220 unboxing, first impressions

Acer is really bringing their tagline "Explore beyond limits" in real life as I am lucky to do some unboxing of their affordable Windows 8.1 Phone, the Acer Liquid M220

Alcatel Idol 3 5.5 inch first impressions, soon on postpaid

Another phone that I'll gonna see in a smartphone launch is always a bonus for me. During the recent Alcatel Flash 2 launch, we really had a good time with some Alcatel PH officials. I am lucky that one of them showed me something that will be available soon for postpaid.

Lenovo A7000 Plus first impressions, benchmarks, camera sample

It's sweeter in the second time. After I didn't have a chance to be on it's initial launch, Lazada Philippines saved the day as they had their first unboxing sessions together with fellow tech and lifestyle bloggers featuring Lenovo A7000 Plus

Alcatel Flash 2 first impressions, benchmarks, camera samples

Before it's initial selling next week at Lazada Philippines, Alcatel One Touch Philippines gave us a treat for a quick check on the star of last night's festivities, the Alcatel Flash 2.

Oppo R7 Plus first impressions, camera sample

From the "lite" to the bigger one. Here's what I got on 6 inch phablet from their launch, the Oppo R7 Plus.

Oppo R7 Lite first impressions, Antutu, camera sample

Like in a number of tech-related events, the night will not be complete without some test as I checked out one of the available R7 smartphones in the country, here's the Oppo R7 Lite.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 first impressions, camera samples, specs

I went to the bigger version this time. Here's my first look on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 inch variant.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 first impressions, camera samples, specs

During the first event for co-flagship phones Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge+ , those pair of Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 were also on top of my mind. In this space, I checked out the 8 inch version of it.