Dell unveiled today its ultra-portable XPS 13 laptop, the most compact 13.3-inch Ultrabook featuring an edge-to-edge glass, near “frameless” display, all-day battery life, and the latest innovative technology for a superb overall user experience.



Dubbed “The Best of Technology and Fashion,” designer Pablo Cabahug unveiled a trunk collection that echoed the almost monochromatic hues of the XPS 13 Ultrabook. The creations came in the same shades as the ultra-savvy gadget: the high-gloss elegance of silver; the sleekness of ebony; and the immaculate seduction of white. Cabahug wove unto his designs not just Dell’s delicious colors but also his own brand of fashion genius that even the most jaded spectators were amazed.
 

Dell XPS 13 delivers superb craftsmanship, durability and mobility.Its thoughtful design goes beyond beauty. With bonded Corning® Gorilla® glass, machined aluminum and carbon fiber, all these are incorporated to enhance the performance of theUltrabook™. Strikingly thin, with more room to view, the XPS 13 Ultrabook™ is a slim 6 mm (0.24”) at its thinnest point and only 18 mm (0.71”) at its thickest point; featuring a 13.3" HD display cleverly fit into a footprint that's similar to an 11" laptop.




It delivers powerful performance with 2nd Gen Intel® Core™ processors, giving Ultrabook™ the speed and performance you’ve come to expect from the XPS family.“The XPS 13 is the culmination of an extensive design and development process focused on creating the best Ultrabook on the planet,” enthused Christopher Papa, Country Manager of Dell Philippines. “It is specifically engineered to help both our consumer and commercial customers become more productive and connected in every way possible. From the edge-to-edge frameless display that packs more screen space into a compact body, to the innovative carbon fiber base that is lightweight and cool to the touch, the XPS 13 exemplifies our commitment to offering industry-leading mobile solutions that deliver durability and performance without compromise.”


Always up to date, its Intel® Smart Connect Technology keeps your email, contacts, calendar and social networks up to date, even when your XPS 13 Ultrabook™ is in sleep mode. “When Dell began the conversation of what an Ultrabook could be, we carefully considered how to provide customers not only incredible mobility, but also the kind of performance experience you would expect from something much larger,” added Christopher. “A ‘good-enough’ Ultrabook wasn’t good enough for us. We were committed to developing what an Ultrabook can and should be with the XPS 13 and providing a superior user experience.”

What’s more, the unit turns on instantly and boots in as little as 8 seconds; resuming from sleep mode in just 1 second (4 seconds from deep sleep). A solid-state drive and Intel® Rapid Start Technology makes this possible.“The XPS 13 represents the most balanced of the Ultrabook class of notebooks to hit the market so far”, said Alvin Go, product manager of Dell Philippines. “Ultrabooks started by forcing people to make a choice between beauty and practicality and Dell took the time to make sure their offering would not only be very attractive, but address the critical needs of business and education buyers as well. Perhaps the best way to describe the XPS 13 is ‘beautifully uncompromised’.”


The refined features truly feel as good as it looks, due to a comfort-designed keyboard and a sleek, gesture-enabled glass touchpad. Together with Dell, Cabahug proved that, indeed, fashion and technology are not far apart but closely interwoven. And in instances like this event, are linked like peas in a pod. Dell Inc. (NASDAQ: DELL) listens to customers and delivers innovative technology and services that give them the power to do more. For more information, visit www.dell.com.

Photos courtesy of Zheyme Manahan.

While sales have become synonymous to long weekends, Marithe + Francois Girbaud shows that you don’t have to wait for the next long weekend just to get a great deal! Girbaud offers a 50% discount on its best-selling accessories and all basic jeans and knits for men and women, exclusive to the members of its loyalty program, Club Le Jean.

Make your Thursdays to Sundays count by visiting any Girbaud branch from April 19 to 22, and April 26 to 29, and simply present your Le Jean card and rewards booklet to avail of the discount.

Become a Club Le Jean member today and enjoy rewards on every purchase, moneyless shopping using your gift points and stamps, and the chance to swap your old pair of denims for a brand-new pair of M+FG jeans!

For more details, visit any Marithe + Francois Girbaud branch today. Girbaud is available in SM Supermalls, Robinsons Malls, Ali Mall, Duty Free Philippines Fiesta Mall, Festival Supermall, Gateway Mall, Greenhills Shopping Center, NE Pacific Mall, Pavilion Mall, Sta. Lucia East Grand Mall, NAIA Terminal 3, and now in Robinsons Tacloban, KCC Mall General Santos, and Robinsons Calasiao.

Kamikazee, with their signature onstage antics and witty songs, has established itself to be one of the hottest rock bands of this generation, yielding numerous hits like "Narda," "Tsinelas," "Chicksilog," "First Day High," among others. For their fourth album "Romantico," the rock band goes extremely personal with songs that re-tell their love experiences.

"What makes this album special is that all the songs here are expression of our experiences and the stories of people around us," says drummer Allan “Bords” Burdeos. "It is an album very close to us as these songs represent parts of who we are now."

Frontman Jay Contreras adds, “Para siyang kuwento ng mga taong, umibig, umiibig, iniwan, nasaktan, at umibig ulit.”


Kamikazee considers this album special because this is the first time that they had agreed on the album’s theme even before the collection of songs was written.

The band added that usually the songs come first before they think of an album concept, but for “Romantico,” it is clear to them that they want to tackle love as its central theme.

The album's first single "Halik" talks about love grown tired, expressed in Kamikazee’s signature sound.

When asked whose story that was, Bords quickly replied, "secret!"

Other standout tracks are “TNT,” “Tamis,” “Tagpuan,” “Sana,” “Sobrang lungkot,” “Kislap,” “Wo-oh,” “If You’re Not Here,” “Paano,” and “Huling Sayaw.”

“Romantico” comes after the hit albums “Kamikazee,” “Maharot,” and “Long Time Noisy.”

Formed in 2000, the band is composed of Jay Contreras on vocals, Jomal Linao on guitars and backing vocals, Led Tuyay on guitars, Puto Astete on bass and Bords Burdeos.

Track List:

1. Halik
2. TNT
3. Tamis
4. Tagpuan
5. Sana
6. Sobrang Lungkot
7. Kislap
8. Wo-oh
9. If you’re not here
10. Paano
11. Huling sayaw

The country’s King of Acoustic Pop Nyoy Volante recently signed a management contract with the number 1 music label in the Philippines- MCA Music. The multinational label will represent Nyoy in a management deal which covers live concerts & corporate shows, musical direction, TV & films, endorsements, sponsorships, endorsements, merchandising and a host of other business opportunities.

Shown during the contract signing are MCA Music President Ricky Ilacad, Nyoy Volante, co-manager Paulo Pagharion and MCA Music Events and Artist Manager Sammy Samaniego.

After the success of her debut album under MCA Music entitled “In You”, Nyoy is slated to release a brand new album this May which consists of OPM hits and originals.

Get ready to be transformed as Korean Pop superstar JAY PARK shakes up Manila from May 4 to 6 to promote his first full-length album “New Breed” under MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines). Catch him live at the following venues: May 4 (Friday), 7pm at Eastwood Mall Open Park; May 5 (Saturday), 7pm at Venice Piazza at McKinley Hill and May 6 (Sunday), 4pm at Lucky Chinatown Mall which are Metro Manila’s premier themed lifestyle centers, owned by Megaworld Corporation. Enjoy sweet serenades from MCA Music’s teen acoustic-pop duo/ YouTube sensations Krissy & Ericka and Asia’s Acoustic Sweetheart SABRINA who will also perform in these series of mall shows.

Those who will buy Jay Park’s album “New Breed” during those dates will get to have their copies signed by Jay Park himself!

Working with top U.S. producer Rob Knox, rap group Dynamic Duo and other top artists to bring you the freshest sounds in R&B and Electronic hip-hop, Jay Park opens up his world like you’ve never seen before.

The album’s title track ‘Know Your Name’ is an addictive blend of hip-hop, pop and Euro dance, taking the listener on a hypnotic journey. And with Jay Park’s trademark hard-hitting lyrics and catchy chorus, “Know Your Name” is sure to be 2012’s biggest hit.

Totaling 15 tracks, this album is sure to catch the eyes and ears of listeners. With tracks ranging from R&B to dance, electronic hip-hop to Euro dance, listeners will hear sounds they’ve never heard before and meet a brand new Jay Park.

Are you ready to see a completely transformed, idol-turned-musician, Jay Park? Then head on to your nearest Megaworld Lifestyle Mall from May 4 to 6 and grab a copy of “New Breed”. An album that will grab the hearts of listeners in Asia and the world, Jay Park’s “New Breed” has already begun.


Jay Park Live in Manila is presented by MCA Music and Megaworld Lifestyle Malls in cooperation with Eastwood Richmonde Hotel – the official residence of Jay Park in Manila, Red Box (Rock Dine Roll), media partners- MYX – The official music channel partner, 97.1 Barangay LS FM Tugstugan Na!, Sparkling Magazine, Gadgets Magazine, Orangemagazinetv.com, Yahoo Philippines, Juan Manila Express, Businessworld, HerWord.com, Manila Concert Scene and BND Hair Gallery Salon (For inquiries call 632- 4943270 or +639434035633).

To get the latest updates on Jay Park, visit MCA Music's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/mcamusic. “New Breed” is also available online at www.mymusicstore.com.ph.

Diamond-recording band Sponge Cola was chosen to represent the country in the Beale Street Music Festival in Memphis, Tennessee, USA this May 4 and 5.

The group is composed of Yael Yuzon, (guitar and vocals), Armo Armovit (lead guitar), Gosh Dilay (bass) and Tedmark Cruz (drums).

“This is one great opportunity to share the country and our music to other people,” says Yael. “We are extremely thrilled, and thankful to have been given this chance.”

Sponge Cola is undeniably one of the most-sought after, longest staying bands of this generation. Recently, they have been awarded the elusive Diamond Record Award for their hit single Tambay.

Currently, Sponge Cola is promoting their latest album under Universal Records, Araw. Oras. Tagpuan, which includes the hits Tambay, Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay,

It's summer time again and I'm pretty much sure that I'll be having tons of pics and videos of our summer getaways and family affairs. I can't wait for that event. Those pictures are great memories to keep and remember. Plus it's another great way to tease those are not present in that event. Hahaha!

For now, since those events are still in the near future I would just like to enjoy watching online movies in the comfort of our home. Err perhaps get a chance to watch The Avengers on a big screen! Anyway, if I did get the chance on the big screen I'll just watch it online with my reliable PLDT myDSL.


So what can I do with PLDT myDSL's fast internet connection? Well, to start with and if that getaway event will push through I will be able to upload that pretty sweet summer getaway pictures and videos on my favorite networking site in a snap, I can do webcalls and online chat with my friends and relatives and perhaps tease them of the event so maybe next time they would join, and if that summer affair would not push through I can have more chance of watching online videos and movies without the buffer. Hehehe, Isn't it amazing!

Since PLDT will be having that Great Payday Sale, it can help me even more in leveling up the speed of my internet plus I could get also some freebies and other stuff.


Yes! PLDT will be having their Great Payday Sale and it is really a perfect timing for people to enjoy the strongest connection at home. The PLDT myDSL's Great Payday Sale will happen this coming April 27 - 29, 2012. All you have to do is register at the nearest PLDT Home booth or malls nationwide together with 1 valid ID and take note there's no cash out! If you have your existing internet connection you can upgrade it with PLDT myDSL's biggest Internet sale ever.

Since PLDT myDSL is very generous enough, they will be also having freebies giveaway like a WiFi+Modem with free installation and 1 month DSL. That's as much as P5,000 savings!

Or you can apply online, just visit their website www.pldtmydsl.com

So if you get the idea mark that date and start planning on what you will do with PLDT myDSL's Great Payday Sale.

This is my second time to visit this side of Manila where SM City San Lazaro is located.  I remember during my kid days, my father would always bring along whenever his going to watch a horse race.  San Lazaro was very known before as horse race track, since the closure of the said race track they made it something useful and beneficial to the people in this side of Manila.


Since it was Saturday, people were there to grab some great buys and some foods to munch in during the sale.  Discounts of about 20% to 50% can be avail by shoppers but of course it's only during the 3 Day Sale of SM City San Lazaro and that is from April 13, 14 & 15, 2012.  It's Saturday so shoppers still have time to shop until Sunday.


The SM Departments Store has something more to offer for their shoppers, for every Php3,000.00 worth of  shopping, they are entitled for a free Jelly Bag which is great for this summer.  Great to keep those things like clothes, foods and other stuff needed for the great beach getaway.



Of course staying inside the mall during the sale makes you hungry and tired so there are food establishments like the Mang Inasal which is a franchise own by Sir Paolo.  They are just new but people are coming in and out already.  Sir Paolo is a hands-on owner and he does love to work with his people that's why even him wears a uniform.




Aside from Mang Inasal there are also other food establishment in the food court where you can munch in a sumptuous and affordable meal.  Some of them are the Inihaw Express, Oriental Bowl, Seafood Grill, and Lydias Lechon.  Hmmm... yummy!

 
 













So head on to SM City San Lazaro!