Heads up people! Samsung Electronics is giving another ‘Smart’ way to get yourself a Samsung D6600 Smart TV 46-inch or Samsung D5500 Smart TV 40-inch for free. All you’ve got to do is simply write dad a letter about ‘smart’ things you can do together with a Samsung Smart TV!

Here’s how to join in 5 simple steps using the Samsung Dear Dad Application:

1. Like the Samsung TV Ph Fan page and register for the Dear Dad Contest. Put in your home address, mobile number, birth date and gender.

2. Select or create your own letter that you want to send your Dad.

3. Type in your Dad’s name and write a personal message about how you can bond with him through a SMART TV.

You can tell your dad anything that interest’s him. Like if he’s into watching movies or concerts, you can tell him that you both can enjoy watching movies or concerts all in High Definition format or in 3D with Samsung Smart TV. Or tell him that you guys can both enjoy your favorite social network sites with Samsung Smart TV‘s SocialTV feature.

4. Type in your Dad’s email address and click send.
5. Post it your wall, share to your friends and get a chance to win a SAMSUNG SMART TV for you and your Dad!

See? It’s that easy! I also joined the contest and I told my dad about things that we can do together with Samsung Smart TV. I told him that we can now possibly watch concerts in HD formats as he’s really into watching concerts ever since. I remember an instance when my dad brought me into a certain concert and we almost missed it because I lost my ticket. We then ended up buying another one for myself. You can view my entry here and might as well like it!

With Samsung Smart TV, we can now watch movies, concerts, news, browse for Samsung apps while updating social media accounts, thanks to Samsung Smart TV’s imaginative technology.

What are you waiting for? Join now and grab the chance to own a Samsung Smart TV for you and Dad!

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Samsung, one of the trusted brand name in digital camera industry, is now having an exciting online promo! Bad photos are now a thing of the past specially if you can win the Samsung’s latest ST700 2View Camera.

Samsung’s 2View Camera Series offers a wide array of features that most digital camera users love.

Features such as “Child mode”, “Jump Shot” and “Self/Couple Shot” are present on the 2View Camera Series.

You can now perfect self-portrait shots or join your friends and family in the shot with the ”Self/Couple Shot” feature. The “Child mode” feature can capture a child’s attention in order to snap the perfect picture while the “Jump Shot” feature enable its users to perfect a group Jump shot.

Particularly, the Samsung ST700 has this ‘Smart touch 3.0 feature’ that let its users to drag, click and control ‘app-style’ icons. Another feature that I am personally looking forward to in this Samsung ST700 2view camera is its high-definition movie recording that will let me record HD clips in 720p resolution at 30 frames per second.

Best part of this is that you can actually win the Samsung ST700 2View Camera by following these simple steps:

• Become a Fan of Samsung 2View Camera PH Fan Page by clicking here or by clicking the image below:

• Upload a bad photo you want to say goodbye to, based on these categories:

Wrong Angle
Jump Shot Fail
Baby Gets Bored

• Invite at least 5 of your friends to become a fan of Samsung 2View Camera PH and tell them to vote for your photo by liking them.

Mechanics of the contest are as follows:

1. Promo duration is from May 31, 2011 to July 31, 2011.
2. All entries will be judged if they do not violate the promo guidelines.

• Panel of judges is composed of the following:
• Samsung Brand Representatives
• 2 Agency Representatives
• 1 Celebrity Guest Judge

3. Winning photos will be chosen based on how much you need a new Samsung
2View Camera based on the following criteria:

• 40% – number of Likes
• 30% – how funny the photo entry is
• 30% – over-all impact and X-factor

4. Get a chance to win either one (1) of three (3) Samsung 2View Cameras.
5. Promo is open to all Filipinos aged 18 years old and above. Must be residing in the Philippines.
6. All employees of Samsung Electronics Philippines Corporation, their agencies, third party dealers and suppliers’ employees, and their relatives up to second degree of consanguinity or affinity are disqualified from joining the contest.

You can also visit the ‘Bye Bye Photo Facebook Application‘ for more of the contest mechanics.

My photo entry to the Samsung ‘Bye Bye Bad Photo’ Contest was only one of the many failed-self-portrait shots that me and wifey had. Old digital cameras doesn’t have such dual camera that Samsung 2view camera has so a lot of us surely had this same photo taken using the old gen digital cameras.

Do you have the same picture taken? Share your story with us on the comment section below and be sure to join the Samsung ‘Bye Bye Bad Photo’ Contest

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Well here it goes now! Samsung Philippines recently opened its doors for their sexiest and one of their coolest promo to date. The Samsung Notebook Series 9: Sexy Street Style Promo.

Prizes at stake includes Samsung Notebook Series 9 worth PHP 79,900.00!

Here’s how to join this contest:

1. Register on Samsung Notebook Series 9: Sexy Street Style Facebook fanpage.
2. Upload a stylish photo in of yourself that defines what sexy for you is.
3. Write about your personal definition of sexy.
4. Ask your friends to vote for your sexy photo entry.
5. Make it your profile picture in Facebook
6. Sexiest photos get a chance to win either a Samsung Notebook Series 9 or a Rajo Laurel, Rhette Eala, or Randy Ortiz designer wear.

*Winning photos will be chosed based on its creativity, following and scale:

• 25% based on “Likes”
• 35% based on sexiness
• 40% based on over all impact and x-factor

And hey guess what? I joined too! Checkout and like my official entry by clicking on the image below!

You see? It’s that simple!

The Samsung Notebook Series 9 is Samsung‘s thinnest, lightest, and the brightest notebook ever with the most advanced Duralumin metal alloy that are used mainly in aircrafts for a lighter and sleeker feeling thus making this notebook the sexiest!

Samsung Notebook Series 9 Product Specs:

• Ultra Slim Profile at 0.64”
• Lightweight Body at 2.86lbs.
• Stunning display at 400NIT
• Intel Core i5-2537M Processor
• (1.40GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, 3MB cache memory)
• Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium (64 bit)
• 4GB DDR3 Memory
• 128GB Solid State Drive
• 13.3-inch LED Hi-Definition (400NIT, Non-Gloss) Screen with SuperBrightPlus Technology
• Built-in 1.3 Megapixel Hi-Definition Webcam
• Built-in Bluetooth Version 3.0 Hi-Speed
• Chargeable 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0, MicroSD Card Slot
• Surround Sound 3D Sound Effect
• Arch Flow Design, Black Chassis, Made from Duralumin (2x Stronger than Aluminum)
• 3 Years Warranty (1 Year International, 2 Years Local)

What are you guys waiting for? Join now!

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Seriously though, I’ve been longing to have such technology since it was released but I never had the chance to own one due to 7 reasons that you guys would know if only Jehz would’ve asked for it as well.

I am a tech savvy person. I worked for several technical positions that oftentimes challenging and mind twisting but nonetheless, it is fulfilling. I’ve a passion for gadgets and thats mainly the reason why I put up this blog.

I am already married for 3 years at the age of 28. And when you were separated from where you grew up, tons of bills and such kind of stuff will come knocking at your door even when they’re not invited, making it impossible for you to afford such a 21st century toy. And if you were lucky as me, you would lost your job as well like I did. And so here I am now, a full time blogger.

Evidently, I can share gazillion of reasons why should I own an iPad… Fortunately though, I am only required to write 7 of those as my current hosting provider might not be capable as Sherweb in handling such huge bytes of rant, and I’ve been so inspired by the following personalities in sharing my 7 best reasons in winning this contest. lol =)

Let me start off….

• iNeed Mobility

I am currently starting to manage a travel blog that requires much more time  outdoors.

Most of the time, if you were to travel and blog, there’s this feeling that you’re like obliged to post your getaway experience right away as you were excited to share it with your readers. In some cases, a travel blogger requires to be at a place in no specific time.

It may take a whole day or two for a travel blogger to review a site or a place. Useful app such as “WordPress for iOs” and such apps for different blogging platforms installed in an iPad can dramatically help me and bloggers alike to blog in any place possible. Not only that, since it is already embedded on our DNA, we can now scratch our itch of updating our social status, make a skype phone call, reply to urgent emails, tweet, plurk, roar (roar??!) etc..etc.. whenever and wherever we want! (given that there’s a wifi access).

• iNeed Innovation

As a tech blogger, I need something that can extend my capabilities and knowledge. Something that can pull me out of my current technical know-hows with current apps available in iPad that Richie Rich is just playing around. Something that can update me with new innovations as iPad’s technology grows over time.

iOS updates and apps are already on queue without us knowing it. An iPad, as originally shipped out of the box today wont be the iPad in the next years to come so its best if I could jump in and bend out of the box with its technology. Who knows one day, you’ll be using my app!

• iNeed Productivity

An Apple iPad is just merely a toy to others. An eye candy to brag to their friends. A lousy status symbol to some. Dear reader, if you own an iPad, I suggest you maximize its capabilities.

I was introduced to an era where applications should be bought prior to installing it in a computer. I had to keep almost 90% of my allowance each day to afford renting a windows 98 powered computer so I can finish up my paper works and stuff.

Today, nothing much has changed. I still can’t afford to buy myself some applications and programs for my desktop computer. Still slowed down by the system.

On the other hand, countless applications can actually be installed in an iPad that can make us more productive. We can now create, edit, write and even invent with these apps. And the good part is they’re all almost FREE! Nothing can stop us now!

• iNeed an Investment

Lately I realized that I haven’t got much investment at my age. I had some gadgets that are brittle in terms of usability and posterity. Where are they now? All in a trash, forgotten forever, no value at all.

Gadgets are good investments though. You’ve just got to keep an eye for a gadget that has real value. A sleek DSLR camera paired with fast lenses are a good example.

With this in mind, I can see the future of an iPad becoming a collector’s item.  The first generation of iPad doesn’t have any detachable parts and its built is so sleek and sturdy, a good sign that it can possibly last for a very very long time! With these, I see true value and the possibility of its market value appreciation in time.

• iNeed Music

Needless to say, an iPad is also an iPod.

People need music. Music can make people cry, laugh or even make you happy.

I am an “ex-performer”. Don’t get me wrong though – I used to work in a bar as an acoustic performer. But times have passed, so many things have changed. I maybe forgot my old renditions but I still love music. I cannot imagine myself in a place without a pitch of music. Nuff said.

• iNeed Business

As I have mentioned on my first part of this article, I am currently jobless. I am now looking for ways in earning money so that I can sustain and entertain my “uninvited” bills.

I’m currently eyeing for a business in photography. I see a lot of opportunities that I can take advantage of in such field as I love taking photos.

I see this iPad as a tool for my would-be business. A lot of free apps can be used to close my transactions and I can even show off my portfolios to my clients. I can even use an iPad to complete a credit card transaction!

Additionally, I understand the big role of Email to businesses. It is a vital business commodity and every minute of Email server downtime means lost of revenue.  It is where me and my clients would be communicating that’s why I wont settle for anything less than Sherweb Hosted Exchange. Their “Enterprise” package includes a 25 Gb mailbox storage which will be perfect if in case I needed to store my images on my email and later send it to whoever client that requests it. After all, a powerful device such as an Apple iPad deserves a reliable Email host such as the Sherweb Hosted Exchange!

• iNeed to Reach out

I suck at writing. There are times that I ask myself if blogging is for me but still, I am trying and I wont quit! Honestly, the backspace button on my keyboard is literally abused whenever I write an article (and just like now, my nose is already bleeding after hours of writing this post. lol).

Owning an iPad is a big leap for me as I can post more quality articles for my readers because of its mobility. I can now practice my writing skills more often than usual and at the same time reach out for people that needs information on a daily basis even if I am out travelling, busy doing house chores or managing my would-be photography business.

— Indeed, an Apple iPad is an expensive toy and I wasn’t so fortunate to purchase one for myself. And after enumerating my “7 reasons why should I own an iPad”, I discovered much more reasons as to why I deserve it, which I will be keeping for now if in case Jehz would ask for more. (And for that I “lol”)

*This is my official entry to Mr. Jehzeel Laurente’s “Im giving away an iPad this April” contest.

Special thanks to the kind people of Sherweb, a hosted services committed to keep on developing the most competitive and performing hosting solutions for its clients, for making this contest possible. Kudos to you guys!

Visit http://www.techsterr.com/2011/04/sherweb-nominated-in-octas-2011/ for more info about SherWeb’s recent recognition and to know more about their services.

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I can only enumerate so much though with features that this Samsung Smart TV has. Lemme start with my things I can do # 1 with Samsung Smart TV!

Watch Movies

As a movie enthusiast (and critic at times), it is essential for me to have a device that can deliver and show crisp and clear images whenever I watch movies at home.

As we all might know, everything is better in HD. With the huge availability of movies in Blu-ray released every single day, it is really important that we take advantage with such technology.

With Samsung Smart TV you can have full control of what you see in front of you with its Wide Color Enhancer Plus that allows you to see picture color the way the director originally intended, thus seeing a movie like in cinema in the comfort of your home.

An optional 3D Active Glasses sync up with this 3D TV can produce 3D images that virtually leap off the screen and makes my entertainment system ahead of what my friends currently have.

All I’ve got to always do now is to turn down the lights, get a big bowl of popcorn and my favorite chair and a movie night at home with friends or family is always great with Samsung Smart TV.

*Please stay subscribed for more of my Things to do with Samsung Smart TV!

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Asus Philippines initially apologized about the circulating news about this “fanpage” that promises a free Lamborghini VX6 Netbook giveaway. Asus said that the promo being held by such a fanpage is not connected to them and it is not official.

We are not affiliated with them in any way. If the promo is true then good for them but if it’s not, please know that we did not sanction or sponsor this promo.

In line with that, they recently announced a “Tech Seminar” that will be happening sometime in November. There is no specific date as of yet but it will be very soon according to Asus.

They will also be holding a contest for those die-hard Asus fans of their motherboards and video cards. All you need to do is to send in a link to your blog reviewing either the Rampage III Extreme, Rampage III GENE, Maximus III Formula, Crosshair IV Formula, Crosshair IV Extreme, or Sabertooth X58 Motherboards, to the Asus Official FanPage.

The ROG Motherboard up for grabs (for attendees of the tech sem) is the Rampage III Formula! Other items are an ASUS Streamline Messenger Bag, Cine5 Speaker System, 3 Crosslinks, and many more!

Top entries will earn a trip to the Tech Seminar (with freebies) and will have a chance at winning one of the ASUS Republic of Gamers (R.O.G.) Boards. Also, you will have a chance at being a part of the ASUS Xtreme Power Club!! -Asus Official Facebook Fanpage.

Spread the word and send in your entries now!

This contest will last until November 5, 2010!

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Ever had a laptop that just sits right at your workstation that needs to be repaired?

Well, head over to MSI-ECS Taguig City service center and have your laptop repaired from October 1, 2010 to January 31, 2011 and you might just win a brand new Acer laptop which costs around Php24,000!

You can bring your HP, Lenovo, Acer, Apple, and Samsung laptop to the MSI-ECS Taguig City service center and they will give you a survey form and a raffle entry for every defective unit brought for repair.

MSI-ECS is the country’s leading IT distributor and their Taguig Service Center is located in Ground Floor, Shop #10, PhilPlans Corporate Center, 1012 North Triangle Drive,  Bonifacio Global City,  Taguig City.

Click on the image for more info and mechanics of the promotion.

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“In celebration of Razer‘s 133,337 fans on Facebook, we are going to game-change someone‘s (possibly yours) gaming setup. We‘d like to think that it‘s something we‘d give back to our fans in appreciation for all the support, and what better than with all the very best that Razer has to offer.”

They will be throwing around a choice of Professional Gaming Mouse, an ideal Professional Gaming Surface and Gaming Keyboard (just tell them which one you would like to have – it‘s yours), the Razer Megalodon 7.1 Gaming Audio Headset, Razer Armadillo2 Mouse Cable Management System, a Razer Attitude Tee, Razer Messenger Bag, Razer Gear Rack and a Razer l33t Pack to ONE lucky fan of their facebook page.

“This sort of giveaway has never been done before. Not until today, and possibly not again for a very long time.” according to Razer.

All you need to do is to register here: SignUp for the Razer Power Gaming Suite or click the “signup” button below to take advantage of the said Razer promotion.

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However, we are still looking for some sponsors. I’ve talked to some companies and they are offering fat burner products, whitening products and some gift certificates. But we want this contest to be bigger. So I’ll post an update regarding this contest once we finalized everything.

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Mechanics:
1) Follow @abeolandres and @talk2globe on Twitter.

2) Post a tweet “Just entered to win a Modu Phone. Quick! Go follow @abeolandres and @talk2globe and retweet: http://bit.ly/6e2q7O #thanks2yugatech”

If you don’t have twitter account, check YugaTech Contest #1: Merry Tweetmas for other ways to win Modu phones, Globe Tattoo and prepaid load cards worth Php500 each.

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