Though considered one of the most educated generations in history, with the tough job market recovering from its hardships – it’s a long and hard road for the Millennials. This infographic highlights the hard road ahead for Millennials and what their future careers hold for them.

Created by: Online Graduate Programs

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Why it’s hard being a Millennial

The celebration of Enchanted Kingdom’s I ♥ EK campaign continues with the grand launch of “The Music of Enchanted Kingdom” CD. Sing and dance to the tunes that will relive the music and entertainment of Enchanted Kingdom’s magic. Enjoy musical tracks such as “I Love EK” sang by EK’s Circle of Artists Lee J Atadero, Princess Lising and Alen Faustino, “It’s a Wonderful World” , “Happiness”, “I Dream I Dream”, all compositions of EK’s very own musical genius, Tats Faustino. Compositions of other famous writers such as Louie Ocampo, Ryan Cayabyab and Charo Unite are also included in the album. Not to be missed out is a special song composed by Gary Valenciano entitled “You Got the Power” and sang by young talents, Vanessa Rangadohl, Rex Flores and Jem Marquez.

You can grab your own CD of The Music of Enchanted Kingdom at EK souvenir shops now for only PHP 300! The EK CD will also be available in Astrovision and Odyssey outlets in March.

For more information you may log in at www.enchantedkingdom.ph or the Facebook fanpage.

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I Love EK: “The Music of Enchanted Kingdom” CD Launch

Profit in any business is good, but what if it hurts the economy? This infographic lays out everything about the black market. More importantly, how does it affect our economy? Our culture? Take a look to find out.

Created by: Business Degree

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Infographic: The business of the black market

Charlie Brown and the gang spoof the front cover design of Abbey Road, The Beatles‘ eleventh studio album and one of the most imitated album covers in history. But if Snoopy is supposed to be Paul McCartney (barefoot), shouldn’t he be behind Charlie?

[Hat tip to BuzzFeed]

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Abbey Road meets Peanuts

It’s no real surprise to anyone that Playboy magazine does well when a controversial celebrity graces its cover. But apparently no one cares to grab a copy of the much-talked about issue of the mag which centers on Lindsay Lohan‘s nude spread.

In recent years, obsession with the likes of Sharon Stone, Drew Barrymore, Denise Richards and Charlize Theron had guaranteed rising sales. So, what happened?

“I’m not surprised at all. Despite Playboy’s hype, there was nothing particularly shocking or new about this shoot. While these shots may have been slightly closer to full frontal than Lindsay’s previous shots, they weren’t actually full frontal; there was also nothing particularly new about Lindsay dressing up as Marilyn Monroe,” says Lux Alptraum, editor of Fleshbot.com.

“I thought the shots were really boring and didn’t really live up to the promises Playboy had made,” Alptraum added. “If they’d actually gotten full frontal shots of Lindsay, or come up with a fresher, more interesting concept, there might have been more demand for the photos.”

Did LiLo’s leaked spread hurt the magazine’s sales?

Probably. But in an exclusive interview with E! News Hugh Hefner himself admitted that he originally had doubts about including the 25-year-old actress in the Bunnymag and putting her on the cover. The pictorial was leaked online last week after a hacker found the photos on a shared computer server.

And now that the magazine has hit the newsstands with a backlash, it appears LiLo won’t be giving any interviews about the spread.

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The Lindsay Lohan Playboy Cover Backlash

As social media continues to evolve, Facebook leads the front and also plays one of the most critical roles in tomorrow’s education. This collaborative infographic illustrates the most thorough data to this date on the topic from leading social media researcher, Reynold Junco.

Via: OnlineEducation.net

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The Truth About Facebook and Grades

GAME OF THRONES is coming to HBO Asia starting August 28 and you should not dare miss it. I highly recommend this series not just because of the actors but also because of the work that the entire team had put on in making this 10-part series a success. The acting, editing, and special effects were superb–combined with the elements of war, power, and lust.

GAME OF THRONES has all the elements that can hook viewers and make them beg for the release of a second season as soon as possible. If you haven’t seen it yet, then the wait is almost over. And if you’re a fan of the book, you’ll never be disappointed… it will be well worth it.

Have you seen the YouTube video of how the special effects were created? If you haven’t, then I suggest that you take a look at the embedded clips below.

Read the PRESS RELEASE and see the SCHEDULE below:

The much anticipated GAME OF THRONES, based on George R.R. Martin’s bestselling fantasy book series, A Song of Ice and Fire, premieres on Sunday, August 28 2011 at 10pm on HBO / HBO HD. Starring Sean Bean, Lena Heady, Peter Dinklage (who has just received an Emmy® nomination for his role in the series) and newcomer Emilia Clarke, the ten-episode HBO Original Series will be aired over five Sundays on HBO / HBO HD, with two new episodes back-to-back weekly at 10pm. In the US, the series scored more than 3 million viewers in its season finale and has already been renewed for another season.

In a land where summers span decades and winters can last a lifetime, the struggle for the Iron Throne has begun. It will stretch from the scheming south, where heat breeds plots, lusts and intrigues; to the vast and savage eastern lands; all the way to the frozen north, where an ancient Wall protects the realm from the darkness beyond. As two powerful families engage in a deadly cat-and-mouse game for control of the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros, kings and queens, knights and renegades, liars, lords and honest men alike… all will play the Game of Thrones.

As the series opens, King Robert Baratheon, who is married to Cersei Lannister of the wealthy and corrupt Lannisters, asks Lord Eddard “Ned” Stark to come south and help run his kingdom after the questionable death of his right-hand man. Meanwhile, there is a threat to the throne from the east by the exiled teenage Princess Daenerys Targaryen and her brother Viserys, whose family ruled the Kingdoms for many years before their bloody ouster. And there are rumors of strange things happening at the edge of the Kingdoms, north of the Wall, where Jon Snow, Ned’s illegitimate son, goes to be part of the brotherhood of the Night’s Watch, which is sworn to protect the Kingdoms.

Shot at the Paint Hall Studio in Belfast, Northern Ireland, as well as at various locations in Northern Ireland and Malta, series regulars on GAME OF THRONES include (in alphabetical order): Mark Addy as King Robert Baratheon, Alfie Allen as Theon Greyjoy, Sean Bean as Lord Eddard “Ned” Stark, Emilia Clarke as Daenerys Targaryen, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as Ser Jaime Lannister, Peter Dinklage as Tyrion Lannister, Michelle Fairley as Lady Catelyn Stark, Aidan Gillen as Petyr Baelish (“Littlefinger”), Jack Gleeson as Prince Joffrey Baratheon, Iain Glen as Ser Jorah Mormont, Kit Harington as Jon Snow, Lena Headey as Queen Cersei Lannister, Isaac Hempstead-Wright as Bran Stark, Harry Lloyd as Viserys Targaryen, Richard Madden as Robb Stark, Rory McCann as Sandor Clegane, Sophie Turner as Sansa Stark and Maisie Williams as Arya Stark.

Also featured in the ensemble cast are John Bradley as Samwell Tarly, James Cosmo as Lord Commander Mormont, Charles Dance as Lord Tywin Lannister, Ron Donachie as Ser Rodrik Cassel, Jerome Flynn as Bronn, Conleth Hill as Varys, Jason Momoa as Khal Drogo and Donald Sumpter as Maester Luwin.

Author and co-executive producer George R. R. Martin on GAME OF THRONES:
“GAME OF THRONES is an epic fantasy, with a conflict for power at its core… But it’s more than just politics; there are questions of loyalty, lust, sexual obsession, desire, defiance, history. In this world, when you play the game of thrones, you win or you die. Honor and mercy have no place in the game of thrones”.

Executive Producers David Benioff and D.B. Weiss on bringing George R.R. Martin’s books to the screen:

In winter 2006, David Benioff began reading the book series A Song of Ice and Fire. He recalls, “I got completely hooked and a few hundred pages later, I called Dan [D.B. Weiss], who has been my friend for about 15 years and said, ‘Tell me if I’m completely crazy but I’m in the middle of this book called A Game of Thrones and I think it’s the best thing I’ve read in as long as I can remember’.”

Weiss adds that he also began reading the series and “two and a half days later, I was done with a 900-page book, which is probably the first time I had done that since I was 12.”

Both are writers themselves, which allowed a special appreciation for the scale of Martin’s achievement. Benioff’s credits include the films The Kite Runner, Troy and Brothers and the novel City of Thieves, a New York Times bestseller that has been translated into 35 languages, as well as the novel The 25th Hour, which he adapted for the Spike Lee feature film of the same name. Weiss has written screen adaptations of the novel Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card, the videogame Halo and Neil Strauss’ memoir The Game, and wrote the novel Lucky Wander Boy.

Weiss explains, “Game of Thrones is set in a fantasy kingdom called Westeros, a place that is like our world in many ways and unlike our world in many other ways. It’s about the struggle for the Iron Throne, which is the seat of power in this kingdom.”

Benioff says, “Fantasy is one of the most successful genres in the history of storytelling, but no one’s ever done it the HBO way, where the focus is on character and psychology rather than spectacle. Knowing the essential shape of the entire series from the beginning is an incredible luxury for us, as adapters of the material.”

Benioff describes the biggest lure of the book series as “a story that’s so rich and has so many characters, different viewpoints and narratives all woven together with incredible expertise. I think you admire it even more as a writer because you know how hard it is to do, and George R.R. Martin is a master at storytelling. It was such an intricate tapestry that we couldn’t imagine mutilating it to make it into a feature script, which would involve cutting 90% of his characters and stories. The only way that we could see doing it was as a series, and really, the only place we could see doing it properly was HBO.”

GAME OF THRONES is executive produced by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss. Co-executive producers include Carolyn Strauss, Guymon Casady, Vince Gerardis, Ralph Vicinanza and George R.R. Martin. Directors include Brian Kirk, Tom McCarthy, Daniel Minahan, Alan Taylor and Tim Van Patten; writers include David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, Bryan Cogman, Jane Espenson and George R.R. Martin. Producers are Mark Huffam and Frank Doelger; directors of photography, Marco Pontecorvo, Alik Sakharov and Matt Jensen; production designer, Gemma Jackson; and costume designer, Michele Clapton.

VIDEO: Inside Game Of Thrones

SPOILER ALERET! Visual Effects created by BlueBolt for the first season of Game of Thrones (HBO)

GAME OF THRONES Schedule

Encore plays Wednesdays at 10pm on HBO / HBO HD and Mondays at 11pm and Saturdays at 10pm on HBO Signature. For more playtimes, log on to www.hboasia.com.

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“GAME OF THRONES” Premiers in Asia August 28

A global Internet company which offers an extensive selection of accommodation places located all over the world to travelers, either on business or pleasure trip, has now established a presence in the Philippines.

Wimdu, which has been launched in 65 countries, has an online listing of accommodation places or “hosts” in the Philippines available to a foreign business traveler or a vacationing tourist. Its online list is still open to would-be host.

At the same time, the company’s website could be accessed by Filipino travelers seeking places to stay abroad other than the usual or big hotels in cities. The company offers unique places like homes of local residents or a room in a luxurious villa to travelers wanting to experience other cultures and cities in a whole new way.

The business model of Wimdu, which is backed by Rocket Internet GmbH of Germany, one of the world’s largest Internet start-up incubators, is to match travelers with accommodation places other than the standard or big hotels and which offer rates ranging from the affordable to the pricey.

Thus, a traveler, a group of students or a vacationing family can choose either an apartment in Hong Kong, a castle in Germany, a loft in Seoul or a villa in Phuket as well as from other collection of accommodation units that suit their needs and budget.

Besides the wide and unique range of places to choose from and check in, Wimdu-listed properties, including those in the Philippines, could be as much as 50 percent cheaper than the daily rates of standard hotels.

Wimdu also lists high class dwellings but still travelers can make substantial savings compared to hotels because of the discounts obtained by the company through its long term bookings with property owners.

Besides the travel market, Wimdu deals with accommodation companies or property owners who are brought into its global network of listed spaces for short or long term lease.

The company seeks owners of condominiums, residences, inns, condotels, small standard hotels (less than 20 rooms), pension houses or even dormitories to join its global network by registering their spaces in its website and become future hosts to these travelers. Being on Wimdu’s online list is free of charge.

These property owners earn from rentals or leases and their properties or units are easily accessed by the growing global community of travelers who book through Wimdu’s Internet site.

Wimdu said that listed places are visited by their local staff to check on the amenities as well as to ensure that the unit or surroundings are safe for travelers.

The Wimdu concept is to cater to guests wanting something unique – a home away from home, a cultural experience, a real plunge into the host’s country.

“He is not happy staying in large hotels where he is detached from the locals. Yet, our guest also wants the ease of booking a large hotel can offer. Wimdu then becomes the avenue to fulfil this desire. With just a few clicks, a cozy place can be found, booked, and the host notified for confirmation,” Wimdu said.

Wimdu is the latest major venture of Rocket Internet, which follows in the footsteps of Groupon International (deals, discounts and coupons), Zalando (Europe’s largest online shoe retailer), and eBay Europe (buy and sell).

It was founded by German brothers Marc and Oliver Samwer, whose goal is for Wimdu to be in every country.

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Travel Like a Local

Being a longtime blogger and online publisher, I have many friends who are freelance writers. They write for multiple large, online publishers and find themselves boggled with the challenging and often disorganized nature of pitching stories, e-mailing articles, having them e-mailed back for revision, then submitting the final post, only to turn back around and invoice the publisher.

Multiply this by every writer and contributor for each online publication, and then think how the editors must feel. The information is disparate and e-mail and Excel just can’t cut it.

Enter Kapost:

We seek to fill a need by truly alleviating the administrative and organizational tasks that editors often face when managing multiple contributors and posts.

Kapost is like the Salesforce for editors with our online newsroom dashboard that manages the entire production lifecycle from pitching the story, assigning writers to posts, editing, organizing your editorial calendar, performance metrics (e.g. letting you know which contributors are doing the best) and even paying your contributors – all in the Kapost online newsroom.

Kapost’s newsroom fits across any major CMS and we strive to bring the most important pieces for editors back into their hands: creating great content and expanding the overall editorial vision for your site.

The American Society of Journalists and Authors displays that freelance journalists considering freelancing for the long-term (91.3% of respondents) which shows that online publications will continually face contributors and writers who are remote.

Furthermore, with recent growth in content marketing models, (think Patch with AOL) Kapost Co-Founder and CEO, Toby Murdock notes in Street Fight Mag:

“Publishers are now implementing an aggressive content model, with large numbers of (often external and distributed) contributors all producing high volumes of content. And in this model, there are often fewer editors to manage this more extensive operation. Kapost enables this model to work by automating the administrative components of the operation, saving time for editors and allowing them to focus on their audience and their content.”

Along the same lines, writer, Matt Thompson, recently wrote a poignant post on Poynter highlighting that, “good content management requires constant development,” which shows us that constant change and the need for organization to expand and grow are imminent.

Kapost focuses on the solution and strives to stay innovative for content management and online publishing as it undoubtedly continues to grow.

Guest Post by Grace Boyle:
Grace is the Director of Marketing and Sales for Kapost, a web service providing online newsrooms for publishers. You can find her writing on her personal blog, her food blog or on Twitter as @gracekboyle.

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Kapost – Salesforce for Editors

Browsed-based remote access technology appears to be rapidly replacing the old days of having to configure firewalls, proxy settings, or otherwise relying on standard Windows Remote Desktop in order to establish a direct connection between two remote computers. One such tool, Techinline Remote Desktop, is entirely browser-based remote support software designed for connecting to remote computers over the internet without any installation or software downloads in the process. In addition to an efficient feature-set which includes remote reboot, file transfer, instant chat, and reporting functionality, Techinline also appears to offer very advanced branding & integration capabilities that any IT professional is able to take full advantage of.

Techinline’s standard connection process requires a remote user (in most cases the client based at a remote location) to launch a webpage and obtain a “Session ID” in order to establish a remote connection between the tech and client. However, the tech is provided with an option to integrate Techinline’s Support Request page into the design of their own website and fully brand its interface in order to eliminate any mention of a 3rd party product to the client. Such advanced branding options not only allow the IT business to promote its company name and message, but also significantly simplify the connection process for the remote client who is no longer required to navigate to a 3rd party product upon obtaining remote assistance.

In today’s highly competitive IT environment, a business of any size is looking to resolve as many technical issues remotely as possible while avoiding any significant hurdles in the process. Techinline Remote Desktop makes this task a reality by combining the simplicity of browser-based technology along with advanced customization capabilities, thereby delivering a valuable tool for day-to-day tech support activities to small and large IT businesses alike.

This guest post is by Serge Soroka of Techinline.com. Serge holds the position of VP Sales & Marketing at Techinline Ltd since 2007. He has a bachelor’s degree in Business Management from the University of Toronto, Canada.

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Techinline Remote Desktop Delivers Unique Branding Capabilities for IT Pros

Pixel Pro Inc., one of the leading distributors of cameras and camera accessories here in the Philippines with four branches nationwide (SM Mega Mall, V-Mall Greenhills Shopping Center, Parkmall Cebu, Marquee Mall Angeles) has just launched a website to further reach out to all local photographers and photography enthusiasts.

You can now log-on to http://pixelpro-online.com/ wherever you are in the country and buy your much needed new lens or latest camera offerings in the market without having to leave your home.

Camera accessories and other photography must haves are also available for purchase in the site with pictures and suggested retail prices. Payments can be done online using Paypal or credit card transactions.

Since the site is new, they are also having a promo for the first 150 people that will register and purchase through the site. You will receive a confirmation email from them regarding your entry number for the raffle and you’ll get a chance to win a Panasaonic SDR-H85 Cam Corder. For more info visit http://pixelpro-online.com/shop/en/content/6-promo

We believe in giving everyone a chance to release the inner photography in themselves; thus making, not only cameras but also, photography accessories, more accessible to everyone. – Pixel Pro Inc.

Visit Pixel Pro Online: http://pixelpro-online.com/

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Pixel-Pro Online Store goes Live!

HTC Corporation unveiled the new HTC Desire S at the Icon Ultimate Club in Intercontinental Hotel, Makati on April 28. The Desire S is the upgraded successor to the HTC Desire smartphone. Crafted with the new aluminum unibody design matched with an Android OS with HTC Sense, the new Desire S is now ready to compete with other smartphones in the Philippine market today.

The HTC Desire S seems to be a pretty solid competitor with its capabilities and technical specifications. It boasts a 3.7-inch touchscreen display, 1GHz Qualcomm MSM8255, 768MB of RAM, 720p HD video-capability, 8 megapixel camera with dual-LED flash and autofocus, a 1.3 megapixel front-facing image taker, and a 1450mAh battery.

“We have taken the multi award-winning smartphone HTC Desire and made it even better,” said Jack Tong, Vice President, HTC Asia Pacific. “With a stronger and slimmer unibody design, a heightened sense of intelligence, speed and clarity, the HTC Desire S integrates the latest HTC Sense experience to bring a new level of simplicity, innovation and delight to HTC customers.”

The HTC Desire S is now available at a suggested retail price of PhP 27, 000 and will be free for those who will opt to have a post-paid plan with Smart at Plan 2000.

Technical Specs:

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HTC unveils the new ‘Desire S’ smartphone in the Philippines

Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific unveiled on Wednesday, April 27th, at Shangri-La Makati an array of enhanced LIFEBOOK PCs that feature the 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ processor and AMD Fusion Brazos™ platform. These new LIFEBOOKs are equipped with user-friendly features that will satisfy the various needs required by consumers and business professionals and are specially designed to deliver an unparalleled user experience that includes solid computing performance, excellent media and graphic capabilities, and greater energy efficiency.

The products showcased at the event include the new range of LIFEBOOK –S Series (LIFEBOOK SH761 & SH561), N Series (LIFEBOOK NH751), P Series (LIFEBOOK P771 & PH701), T Series (LIFEBOOK T901), A Series (LIFEBOOK AH531), L series (LIFEBOOK LH701 & LH531) and B series (BH531) are the models incorporated with the 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ processor.

“We are now entering a multimedia-centric world where users demand for instant access to stunning and immersive visual, web and gaming experiences – often times all at once. Our latest LIFEBOOK line-up with versatile built-in processors is tuned to meet the varied preferences and needs of today’s customers. While we increase the power levels to achieve performance gains for high-intensity dynamic workloads; we ensure the power and thermal aspects are intelligently optimized at the very same time,” says Mr. Edmund Lim, Product Marketing Manager, Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific Ltd.

“Besides staying true to our brand promise towards developing quality, green and dependable innovations, we are also prioritising improvements on designs that are practical yet aesthetically pleasing. Our LIFEBOOK are available in two design concepts – Cool Tech which boasts an appealing combination of vibrant and sleek feature that is suitable for the consumers, and Smart Companion that exudes a premium and elegant characteristic which will truly support the needs of all business professionals. In short, everyone will find themselves a LIFEBOOK that will complement their lifestyle perfectly,” added Mr Lim.

Watch the Fujitsu LIFEBOOK Launch video:

LIFEBOOK with the latest 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ processor

LIFEBOOK SH761: The LIFEBOOK SH761 is Fujitsu’s technology flagship. Equipped with all the essential top-of-the-line features, including the Green 0 Watt AC adapter, this 1.6kg ultra-portable system captivates technology enthusiasts with its SuperFine HD back-light LED display of 300nits and 6200 mAH battery, one of the highest capacity in its class. Fujitsu’s unique, patent pending ventilation system enables fuss-free maintenance, longer usage and ensures computing reliability in personal and business situations.

LIFEBOOK SH561: The LIFEBOOK SH561 is a portable all-rounder and is ideal for mobile professionals on a quest for computing nirvana and enhanced durability. To enrich the user experience, it features a pragmatic arc design, textured palm rests, and simple elegance. The LIFEBOOK SH561 also comes with the advanced biometric security features, such as the radio-frequency-based Fingerprint Sensor.

LIFEBOOK NH751: The LIFEBOOK NH751 is a premium high-powered notebook designed specifically for gaming enthusiasts who demand an immersive gaming experience. Powered by the Intel® Quad-core i7-2630QM and offers a phenomenal audio-visual experience via its built-in 1GB NVIDIA® graphics card with Optimus™ technology and built-in digital theatre system (DTS) on luxurious 5.1 speakers. It also comes with built-in Blu-ray player for HD movie entertainment.

LIFEBOOK P771: Elegantly wrapped with a glossy black cover, anti-glare screen, thin and light LCD panel-equipped, the LIFEBOOK P771 caters to business professionals’ need for an ultra-portable notebook with superb performance and reliability. The stunning portable device comes with a striking glossy cover for business users. An additional modular bay device is easily plugged in for flexible usage, and users will enjoy extended battery lifespan in the instance of a modular bay battery.

LIFEBOOK AH531: Coupled with a 15.6-inch 16:9 HD back-light LED display, the LIFEBOOK AH531 is lightweight in its class and gives value-conscious users an excellent computing experience. The spill-resistant, full-sized keyboard and 10-key number pad are configured to ensure extra comfort and convenience. The LIFEBOOK AH531 is perfect for users yearning for sound gaming performance and home entertainment.

LIFEBOOK BH531: Powered by NVIDIA® Optimus™ technology and 1GB VRAM, the LIFEBOOK BH531 balances mainstream features and portability with affordability, and is optimized to bring to users, outstanding HD graphics performance whenever it is needed while extending battery life with its Power ECO button. The LIFEBOOK BH531 is less than 2kg and is available in Shiny Black and Garnet Red.

LIFEBOOK LH701: This 1.9kg anodized black notebook provides comprehensive features to meet the needs of Small and Medium Businesses (SMB) users seeking a desktop alternative. Wrapped in a tough aluminum case with Zen-style curved edges, the 14-inch LIFEBOOK LH701 is lightweight in its class and is a high-performance computer with a host of improved business features, including RF Fingerprint Sensor and anti-glare screen.

LIFEBOOK LH531: The LIFEBOOK LH531 is available in Shiny Black, Garnet Red and Cherry Pink and comes with a high-gloss back cover which is wrapped within a silver lining that offers sheer elegance. A spectacular HD entertainment experience and intelligent graphics performance are paired with beautiful curvatures that embody the legendary strength of the famous Japanese Katana blade. The machine is designed for everyday computing and is an excellent companion for first time PC buyers and students where value for money is a top priority.

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Fujitsu launches an array of LIFEBOOKS

Sony Ericsson announced on Wednesday, March 29, that its flagship smartphone, the Xperia™ arc, and the new Xperia™ neo will hit the local stores nationwide this summer. The Xperia™ arc will be available starting April while the Xperia™ neo is expected to arrive on May.

Specially marked kits of the Xperia™ arc will come with the AN-400 Sony Ericsson car charger until the end of the month. Both Xperia™ smartphones will also be released with an HD game promotion, where customers can choose three out of ten HD game titles to download until June 30, 2011. Some of the exciting HD game choices include Asphalt 5, Tom Clancy’s HAWX, Assasin’s Creed and Real Football 2011.

Both the Xperia™ arc and Xperia™ neo run on the latest Android OS for smartphones, Gingerbread, and promise a faster, more responsive and smoother smartphone experience. For one, the system actively manages open applications, to maximize performance and battery life. Aside from Google Mobile services, users also have about 150,000 free apps to choose from in the Android Market.

Features

These new smartphones are equipped with Sony technology such as Exmor R™ and Mobile BRAVIA Engine™ and Sony Ericsson User Experience Platform (UXP).

Some of the features of the The Xperia™ arc include an extra-wide 4.2-inch Reality Display, a multi-touch scratch-resistant mineral glass display. It is very slim with just 8.7mm at its slimmest part and weighs only 117 grams.It  has an 8.1-megapixel camera with auto focus, LED flash, f/2.4 aperture lens, and can videos in HD at 720p.

The Xperia™ neo also has an 8.1-megapixel camera, LED flash, f/2.4 aperture lens and HD video recording and playback capability. The HDMI connector easily links to one’s HD TV for larger than life viewing. Pan and zoom through the WebKit browser. The Xperia™ neo also carries a GreenHeart™ headset and charger made from recycled plastics.

You can check out our hands-on video and take a glimpse of what happened at the launch:

Pricing

The Xperia™ arc has a suggested retail price of Php 29,990 and is available in Midnight Blue and Misty Silver while the Xperia™ neo is at Php 22,750.

For more details, you can check out the Sony Ericsson PH Facebook community at www.facebook.com/sonyericsssonph

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Sony Ericsson launches the new Xperia Arc and Xperia Neo smartphones in the Philippines

All profit from this poster sale will be donated to the Red Cross/Red Crescent. 50% will go to the Christchurch (New Zealand) Relief and the other half will go to the Japan Tsunami. You can buy the poster HERE.

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Tsunami and Quake Relief Poster