In its first month in Cebu, Wunder Carpool app is proving that it’s possible to increase the convenience of commuting without adding new vehicles to the road and increasing congestion.
Wunder simply connects car owners who drive an empty car to the office each day so that they can share rides and split the cost of gas. In short, Wunder magically combines 2-3 cars on the road into one!
Kuya Mac is Cebu’s top driver as of January 2017.
Many Cebuanos seem to agree that Wunder can have positive impact on their daily commute. Only a few short weeks after launching, Wunder is already growing 2x faster than Metro Manila, claims Sam Baker, COO of Wunder. “Driving any empty car to work is not only expensive for the owner it’s also costly for the city, it’s people and the environment. A recent study in Metro Manila found that an average car has 5 seats but only 1.5 of them are filled in a typical trip.”
Wunder is widely used in Cebu including towns and cities such as Naga, Minglanilla, Lawaan, Talisay, Cebu City, Banilad, Talamban, Mandaue City, Lapu Lapu City, and Liloan among others.
New technologies like Wunder are an important reminder that each citizen can play their part in improving congestion. It’s a win-win for car owners and commutes alike.
While walking down the corridor, napansin mo ba ang pamilyar na amoy na yun? Yung kaisa isang amoy na nakakapangiti sa iyo agad. Have you tried eating in the cafeteria and suddenly the only spot that’s left is the spot where the both of you used to stay? Tapos naalala mo buti pa yung spot na yun nandiyan pa pero relasyon niyo natapos na.
Well, I’ll be sending you my condolences because until now you haven’t recovered yet, yung puso mo din kasi patay na… patay na patay pa rin sa kanya. Masakit pa rin ba? Does it hurt the same? I guess you’ve come to the right page as this may help you to alleviate the pain or to live with the pain. Sometimes, moving on and accepting how things change are the only options you have. You don’t need to go to Sagada to move on, because Cebu can offer you a lot of beautiful places para mag maoy or makalimot. The only question is, ready ka na ba?
1. Overseeing the city lights and the pain in my eyes kasi namatay na yung ilaw at spark natin.
Since I was no longer on top of your priorities, let me feel how is it to be on top again or for the last time. Let me enjoy the city lights and the stars as they shine in my darkest times. As I remember your dark brown eyes sparkle every time you looked at me before. The cold breeze at night, as cold as you when trying to give me that one last hug. And tears suddenly started to fall — I just let it fall until there was nothing left. Paminsan minsan maranas ko din naman paano maging una, hindi man sa priority mo kung hindi sa mundong aking ginagalawan — sa bago kung mundo.
Suggested places in Cebu: Tops, San Carlos Heights, Tisa Heights, Mountain View, Ayala Heights
Tops in Busay, Cebu City | Photo by vigattintourism
2. Open area to open your heart, again. Para sa iba, hindi na sa iyo.
Once again, I tried not to think of you but in the end, it made me think of you even more — even the smallest thought of you suffocated me. I had the urge to be in an open area, I always wanted to be in an open area to think and calm myself and not in a four-cornered room where every memory of us dances in each corner. I thought I needed air as much as I needed you but I realized I just need a big space — the same space that you asked when you left. I’m going to start counting every car that passed by and I’ll be wishing that I could forget you as fast as each car runs. Di ko lang din mawari sa likod ng pagiging bukas ko sa lahat, sa pagbigay ko sa lahat ng aking makakaya humantong pa rin tayo sa katapusan. Katulad ng malayong distansya na aking natatanaw ay kasing layo na rin ng pag-asang maibalik pa ang nakaraan.
Suggested places in Cebu: SRP, Sky Park, Abellana Sports Complex
Cebu City Sports in Complex in Abellana – Photo by wikimapia
The Terraces at Ayala Center Cebu | Photo by jazperjay.wordpress.com
3. Walk with me? Will you? Bago ka tuluyang lumisan.
I walked as far as I can; I walked to where my feet would bring me. It doesn’t matter how miserable I’m feeling right now, how I badly want to stay in that intersection and would gladly thank the car that would hit me. I keep on walking but as much as I want to take another step, I’m already tired. I get tired and I couldn’t do anything about it, that moment I realized that even though how much I tried to keep “us” going, it takes two people to keep the journey going, I was just prolonging the agony not only for myself but also for you, maybe I’m making it too hard for you.
We all get tired — I got tired, you got tired, you stopped fighting for me, I stopped letting you fight for me, fight for us. It is clear now, maybe we should start walking once again, but right now, we’ll walk together to go to different paths. Walk with me will you? Before we part our ways? Bago ka tuluyang magbago at bago pa ako tuluyang mabago, hindi na natin hawak ang panahon hindi na natin alam kailan liliko ang isa sa atin, kahit anong pilit ganun parin, pagwawakas parin ang hantungan. I tried to walk again and it was different now, you are no longer standing beside me, you are no longer holding my hand, you already left me.
Suggested places in Cebu: IT Park, The Terraces at Ayala Center Cebu
IT Park in Lahug, Cebu City | Photo by wikimedia
The Terraces at Ayala Center Cebu | Photo by jazperjay.wordpress.com
4. Get a spa treatment. Di gaya ng pagtrato mo sakin.
You have to take it off. You have to take everything off except for that one last cloth that is the usual protocol in a spa. But, the rest that a spa can give me is an exact opposite from you. First, it’s on how you treat me the spa can make me feel at ease completely different from the feeling you gave me. Second, they will ask you which would you prefer, Soft, Medium, or Hard. Depends on how much pain I could handle, but you? You give me the pain that I couldn’t imagine exists. I felt the most painful pain because it comes from the person I least expect to give me. Lastly, di katulad sayo ang sakit na binigay ng masahe ay panandalian lang hindi katulad ng sakit na binigay mo, pangmatagalan.
Suggested place in Cebu: Serendipity Spa in Mandaue City, Cebu
5. Unplanned roadtrips with friends. Hindi katulad ng plinanong mong pang-iiwan.
You may think that you’re too unlucky with your life but you know what, I’m telling you: YOU ARE WRONG. After these unbearable heartbreaks and heartaches, there will always be someone who’s more than willing to catch you when you fall (kaso tatawanan ka muna nila bago tulungan). Familiar? Apart from your family, it’s your friends who are always willing to back you up and push you to whatever opportunity that life may offer you. Let them be your source of happiness, strength, and meaning. So, kamusta ang pakiramdam na sa wakas naging tama ka na rin? Masaya di ba? Kasi nga kahit anong mangyari hindi ka magiging mali sa mga mata ng mga tunay mong kaibigan. And spending time with them will never be a waste of time and a travel with them will be the best — especially getting lost with them.
Suggested places in Cebu: Go Round-South, Go Round-North, Go Around the City
6. Mall hopping and shopping kasi I’m still hoping.
Keep yourself busy if you really want to forget and move on. It is possible to get that person out of your mind — go for a shopping, have some fun. Reward and treat yourself, be hooked up to more things and to where you can spend your time for a change. But before that, samahan mo muna ako dito sa mall na maglakad-lakad hanggang sa di mo mamalayang dumaan kana dito, bumalik kana sa daanang ito. Kagaya ng pag-papaikot ikot niya sayo, kagaya ng pagsasayang mo ng oras sa kanya lahat yun hindi mo namalayan.
Suggested places in Cebu: SM Cebu, Robinsons Galleria, SM Seaside City, Ayala Center Cebu
SM Seaside City | Photo by haute-affair
Ayala Center Cebu | Photo by istorya.net
7. Stress-eating because you’re hurting.
Just like how most people deal with depression. I tell you, this is one of the effective ways to keep yourself busy and to forget all the pain you’ve been feeling right now. Eat it up until the pain you will be feeling is only the pain in your stomach. Ice cream, cakes, pasta, pizza, and all other delicious dishes that will surely improve your mood and boost your euphoria. Treat yourself once in a while. Kasi nga kung naghahanap ka talaga ng true love, ayan na oh namatay sila para lang mapaligaya ka. And look around Cebu, andaming Eat-All-You-Can buffet just to please you. Ang mga kinakain natin ang tunay na martyr.
Scape Skydeck in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu
Toast Cafe in Cuarto Hotels, Fuente Osmeña, Cebu City
8. Join and watch poetry nights para malaman mong it’s time to let go and accept things.
First of all, CONGRATULATIONS! You’ve come this far and it means that you’re really eager to move on, aren’t you? Well, this may be the last part of the article but I hope the message here will last in your mind and stay in your heart. So here it goes… Have you heard about the different poetry nights held in Cebu nowadays? There’s a lot of poetry nights in Cebu that allow your poetic soul to give those last words you want to tell him/her — the things you always wanted to tell them for the last time.
This will also make you realize you are not alone. That it’s time to move-on and to learn to ACCEPT what you’re in right now. Kung kusa na talaga siyang bumitawm bitaw kana din bes. Naghihintay ka lang sa wala. Tanggapin mong WALA NA KAYO, HINDI NA IKAW. MINAHAL KA MAN NIYA PERO MAS MAHAL NIYA YUNG ISA. The pain will be unbearable in the beginning but eventually you will learn to cope with the pain, to dance with the pain and to live with the pain until it no longer hurts. Give yourself a break. Give yourself more time. You deserve more than just your wet pillow and your four-cornered walls. Explore and open your arms for the comfort that nature could offer, that Cebu could offer to someone like you who want to move-on and to find their selves back.
Suggested places in Cebu: Coffee Prince Capitol every Thursday night, Cebu Literary Festival (Nov. 26, 2016) at the Ayala Activity Center
Oy! Mata’g sayo kay mubiyahe pa ta’g layo
Higop na ug sikwate, andama na ang lechon ug puso
Ayaw kalimti’ng sinugba ug goso
Una ta mulaag, dagkot ta’s Sto. Nino
Sunod, Cross ni Magellan ug Shrine ni Lapu-lapu
Suroy-suroy ta bisag asa pa
Discover Sugbu you and I together
Ginahawa’g lawm kay dungan ta’ng mu sawm
Pahayahay gamay diri sa Sugbu bai
Pagtagbaw tawn muhapdos man ang nawng
Pagpainit dyutay diri sa Sugbu dai
Lalala Lalalove Sugbu
Lalala Lalalove Sugbu
Lalala Lalalove Sugbu
Ato gud ni
Oy! Pagkaanindut magpadagit sa balod
Ayaw lang ko itukmod kay dili ko maayo mulangoy
Mupadaplin nalang ko’g managhoy
Buntag, udto, gabie
Hurot atong pamilite
Pwede palang mag zipline
Liloan to Barili
Mag island hopping ta o canyoneering ba?
As long as I’m with you, I’ll go wherever
Kung giuhaw, hala magpabugnaw!
Tambay diri’s lantay, halo halo ta bai
Kung mulantaw gikan sa ibabaw
Mag hiking ta’s Busay, diri sa Sugbu dai
Lalala Lalalove Sugbu
Lalala Lalalove Sugbu
Lalala Lalalove Sugbu
Ato gud ni
Chicharon sa Carcar
Ug liempo sa Balamban
Baonon sa biyahe
Bantayan to Badian
Butanding sa Oslob
Ug tin-aw nga Kawasan
Tanan sa Pinalanggang Sugbu
Ginahawa’g lawm kay dungan ta’ng mu sawm
Pahayahay gamay diri sa Sugbu bai
Pagtagbaw tawn muhapdos man ang nawng
Pagpainit dyutay diri sa Sugbu dai
Kung giuhaw, hala magpabugnaw!
Tambay diri’s lantay, halo halo ta bai
Kung mulantaw gikan sa ibabaw
Mag hiking ta’s Busay, diri sa Sugbu dai
Lalala Lalalove Sugbu
Lalala Lalalove Sugbu
Lalala Lalalove Sugbu
Ato gud ni
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‘Lalalove Sugbu’ by Keith & Kyra can also be streamed and downloaded on Spotify and SoundCloud. The primary video can be viewed on our Facebook page.
FULL CREDITS:
Performed by Keith Jonas Margaja Dinauto & Kyra Quiñanola
Music and Lyrics, Strings and Native Instruments by Keith Jonas Dinauto
Published by ICO Music Publishing
Drums and Bass Guitar by Dave Gonzalez
Vocal Recording, Mixing, and Mastering by Brian Sacro of Kalye Musika
Other Contributors by Leonette Quiñanola, Junelene Arenas, Susan Seredrica
Poster graphic design by Arcel Espinosa
Lyric Video concept, design, and animation by Donald Onde
On its 9th year, Best Cebu Blogs Awards (BCBA) has been continuously recognizing the efforts of Cebu-based bloggers across different organizations including the pioneering Cebu Bloggers Society, then the Cebu Blogging Community and Cebu Fashion Bloggers. Luckily, SUGBO.PH is one of the very few bloggers who made it to the finals this year for the Best Cebu Entertainment Blog category.
This is the second time Sugbo has been nominated in this prestigious award-giving body for the same category, although we didn’t win the title last year. But being merely recognized was already enough for a then-baby blog like ours.
There’s a lot that can happen in one year — I can attest to that. On its 2nd year (celebrated last October 5, 2016), Sugbo has transformed to more than just a blog. It has become a go-to online community on everything Cebu with thousands of followers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In more than 2 years, Sugbo has been supported by well-known companies and organizations in Cebu, including:
Without these institutions, Sugbo would’ve not carved its own name in the industry.
But what is Sugbo without the passionate people behind it?
During events or casual conversations, we are sometimes asked — what sets Sugbo apart from other Cebu-themed blogs? On top of our minds, we say: maybe, in the youthful way we engage with our readers in our social media channels? Or the way we present our articles? The crazier things we do in Cebu? But really, the honest answer is we don’t know.
We don’t exactly know how different we are compared to other blogs. Because truth be told, we never considered anyone as a “competitor”. We may share the same advocacy or theme, and that’s okay for us. At least everyone is also trying to help promote our beloved Cebu. We don’t mind them because all we want is to just look natural or genuine in what we do. Because we are direly passionate on how we do things. We came up with Sugbo to be a one-stop city guide or a go-to online blog on everything Cebu. We don’t mind being the preferred blog or the alternative. We’re here to do our thing. And we are grateful that people are starting to appreciate that.
That’s why personally, in my 7 years of existence in the blogging industry (before Sugbo happened), I have always appreciated what Best Cebu Blogs Awards has been doing to my fellow Cebu-based bloggers. It was never about showing off, or competing head-to-head. It’s about pushing ourselves to be better every time, creating camaraderie with and at the same time sharing respect to other individuals, and paying it forward to the community. So hats off to the BCBA organizers — Mark Monta, Agnes Jimenez and Geezelle Tapangan!
It’s the time of the year again we’ve all been waiting for! Can you already feel the holiday breeze?
Starbucks Philippines is once again surprising us this holiday season with its variety of limited edition goodies that we will always love — from the premium 2017 Starbucks Planners to the 2016 Holiday Cards, food & beverages, and merchandises. And as what Sugbu always does, we are giving you the ultimate guide as what to expect from Starbucks starting this November 2, 2016.
2017 Starbucks Planner
The Blue Siren Planner
The Coffee Stains Planner
Starting from November 2, 2016 to January 8, 2017, you can avail of a Starbucks® Christmas Traditions Promo card with no purchase required. And for every purchase of a handcrafted beverage, one sticker is awarded. Holder must accumulate a total of 18 stickers — 9 Holiday Featured Beverages (see below pictures) and 9 handcrafted beverages of your choice — to redeem one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Coffee 2017 Planner.
2016 Starbucks Holiday Cards
The Starbucks holiday collection features warm and vibrant designs to usher the colors of the season. This year’s Snowman and Holiday Tree Cards have a backdrop of wintery scenes in a hand-painted finish, while the Happy Holidays Card decked with mistletoes and holiday holly will be offered for the first time here in the Philippines.
Available for an initial consumable load amount of ₱300 per card.
2016 Holiday Featured Beverages
Santa Hat Dark Mocha (Hot) – ₱160, ₱170, ₱185, ₱200
Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino – ₱170, ₱185, ₱200
Peppermint Mocha (Hot) – ₱160, ₱170, ₱185, ₱200
Toffee Nut Latte – ₱160, ₱170, ₱185, ₱200
Toffee Nut Frappuccino – ₱170, ₱185, ₱200
Santa Hat Dark Mocha Frappuccino – ₱170, ₱185, ₱200
Calling out Sugbuanon Developers, IT enthusiasts, Educators at heart and Fluent Speakers of the Cebuano Language. This is a perfect time to join hands, do what you love and earn big prizes. Create your own educational app, help children learn how to read and write in Cebuano, and get a chance to win P100, 000 and cool gadgets!
Globe Telecom, in partnership with Molave Development Foundation, launches App Challenge Cebu 2016 to encourage the creation of educational Android apps that will teach K-3 pupils about reading and writing in Cebuano.
The apps are expected to help address the problem by teaching the half-a million Cebuano children in native alphabet and helping them build their vocabulary. Learning concepts will focus on colors, numbers, shapes, family members, and /or body parts.
The winning app will be disseminated to the network of schools and libraries in the country.
Interested?
1. Form a group 3-4 members with at least one member who is fluent in Cebuano.
2. Teams may register at http://bit.ly/AppChallengeCebu2016
3. Submit the proposal by November 10, 2016.
(Teams based outside Cebu are expected to travel to Cebu for the Pitch & Awarding at their own capacity.)
4. The project proposal should be in PDF format of two pages or less should explain the following:
• How the Android app will respond to the required functionality,
• How it will appeal to the target audience of K-3 children and their parents,
• Any additional features or ideas to achieve the app’s learning objectives and illustrations and graphics that depict the concept
On November 11, the top (5) five qualifiers will be announce and will be invited to attend a one-day workshop via Brightspace on November 14. Technology and learning experts from Globe Telecom, Molave Development Foundation, and IREX will also participate in the online workshop to mentor the qualifying teams.
On December in Cebu, Live Beta version of the app must be 70% completed and will be presented during the face-to-face Pitch Day. By March 31, 2017 winning Android apps are expected to be completed and must be published to the Google App Store. It will also be disseminated to the network of libraries and schools in the country.
Prizes and Incentives
• The first prize winner will receive P100,000 for funding development
• A special gadget for each team member
• A long-term advisory with Molave and Globe Labs,
• And an audience with Kickstart Ventures, Inc., a fully-owned venture capital firm of Globe.
• The rest of the participants will be given tokens and consolation prizes.
Qualifiers may use Globe Labs API for SMS, Voice, Charging, Sponsored Access and Location-Based Services to create their app.
Globe Telecom will not take ownership of the App. The winning team will have proprietary rights to the app.
Create your own educational app and help children learn how to read and write in Cebuano. Take part in educating our country’s younger generation while at same time earning by doing what you love.
So what are you waiting for? Assemble your dream team now.
Ever wanted to try a different dining experience here in Cebu? Perhaps for a romantic date with your partner or a grand treat with your family or bestfriends? Check out Scape Skydeck in Mactan where it is more than just a restaurant, but also an experience that carves a lasting memory.
Situated on top of Azon Residences (12 storeys above ground), Scape Skydeck is a premiere dining and leisure experience located in the heart of the Mactan. Whether you dine in their indoor dining room or dine al fresco under the stars, you will surely be delighted by their phenomenal overlooking view of the Marcelo Fernan Bridge and Mactan channel.
POSH DINING PLACE
DELISH & EXQUISITE FOOD
Scape Skydeck is also famous for its exquisite meals and signature cocktails.
Chocolate (Indulgence + guilt + sin + temptation) – P290
Ube crème decadence – P245
Master Tube (Scape’s sling + Skydeck’s nest + Green paradise + Blue wolf)
THE VERDICT
It’s no question Scape Skydeck flaunts one of the best overlooking views a restaurant in Cebu can have. Especially during sunsets and at night, it’s the perfect place to bring along your partner or celebrate a very special occasion with your family or friends — making your night more romantic and unforgettable. The food might be expensive but it’s something different that’s worth a try. Truly, Scape Skydeck is not an ordinary restaurant as it gave us a wonderful experience.
Restaurant: Scape Skydeck
Business Hours: 11 AM to 2 PM, 5 PM to 12 (Mondays to Sundays)
Contact numbers: (032) 494-0898, 0942-000-7915
Location: Roof Deck, Azon Residences, M. L. Quezon National Highway, Pusok, Lapu-Lapu City
Do you already have plans for a quick escapade this semestral break or the upcoming holidays? Are you looking for a peaceful place to relax, meditate and enjoy? Well if you do, you’re in the right page! Let me share you something, I have known a place down south where you can make the most out of your vacation without a pout to your pocket. Introducing Alcoy’s paradise — Larville Pool Garden Resort.
“Larville” is derived from two of the owners’ names: Larry and Vilma. The place was inherited from the owners’ parents and originally designed as a private family rest house, but because of its potential to be a prime destination for relaxation, events and gatherings, the owners then decided to open this to the public.
Experience the serenity of scenery at Larville Pool Garden and Resort where you can find peace and relaxation while enjoying the nature’s view.
Here is a quick tour of the resort.
FROM THE ENTRANCE
Come pass through the Millionaires Vine (Cissus Sicyoides) “Buhok ni Maria” and be amazed.
THE RESTAURANT
You can never go wrong with their lutong bahay food. The pinakbet and lechon kawali were so good we ordered more of it!
THE POOL AND THE JACUZZI
A heart shaped pool with the perfect view of the beach that can surely be enjoyed by both the kids and adults. A bonus is their jacuzzi pool.
THE PLACE
The place just seems so serene, right? Perfect for an intimate and relaxing staycation with family and friends.
THE ROOMS AND COTTAGES
THE ALCOY BEACH
Wake up with the sound of waves from the beach and welcome the day as the sun rises in the morning.
If you wish to do outdoor activities like snorkeling or island hopping, you can go to Tingko beach which is just 2-3 kilometers away from the resort by riding a tricycle (P10 per head only).
Rates & Other Information
DAY USE
Child (12 yrs. old and below)- Php 50.00
Adult – Php.100.00
You can bring your own tent with an additional charge of Php300.00
OVERNIGHT STAY
1. POOL-SIDE / GLASS ROOMS
Personal Television
Personal Toilet and Bath
Fully air-conditioned
Wifi Connection
Rates: • Family Room – Php 3,000.00 (good for 4 pax) • Beachfront Room – Php 5,000 (good for 8 pax) • Barkada Room – Php 5,000.00 (good for 10 pax) • Excess – Php 300.00/head
2. AMACAN HOUSES
Personal Television
Personal Toilet and Bath
Fully air-conditioned
Wifi Connection
Rates: • Double occupancy – Php1,500.00 (good for 2 pax) • Family occupancy – Php 2,000.00 (good for 4 pax) • Excess – Php 300.00/head
3. AMACAN HOUSES
Common Toilet and Bath
Common Living area
Fully air-conditioned
Wifi Connection
Rates: • Double occupancy – Php 1,400.00
4. NIPA HUT COTTAGES
Day use – Php 500.00
Overnight – Php 700.00
Karaoke Rental- Php 700.00 or Php 150.00/hr
See? The prices really won’t hurt your pocket, it is very affordable and worth it.
Location: Pugalo, Alcoy, Southern Cebu (beside Pugalo Barangay Hall) — approx. 3 hours away from the city.
BY BUS: From the South Bus Terminal, ride a bus going to Alcoy. Just tell the driver to drop you off at the Pugalo Barangay Hall (the first barangay hall in Alcoy).
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Larville Alcoy”. Parking space is available.
Larville Pool Garden Resort is a serene place where you can stay for a long time. It is a perfect spot for relaxation and meditation — I guarantee it’s a must visit.
Itching to buy a high-end phone but limited with resources? I think that is not a problem. Well, not anymore! The solution? Think local. Not the local “second rate copycat” that you are probably thinking right now. But the local first class, industry-standard smartphone. It’s a big necessity to redefine that word but it’s a bigger necessity for you to know that we have the phone that you need, the quality that you deserve, the price you can afford, in the country that you really love! Without stalling you for long, here is it Top Local Phones 2016.
CHERRY MOBILE M1
Specs:
Dual SIM, 4G LTE/3G/EDGE/GPRS
5” FHD IPS LCD display
Full HD 1080 x 1920 Pixels, 401 ppi
2.5GHz Mediatek Helio X20
4GB RAM; 32GB internal storage
8-megapixel front-facing camera
21-megapixel PDAF rear camera
Fingerprint security scanner
3600mAh battery
Suggested retail price: PHP 11,999
“Perfect Balance of Balance and Performance”, its manufacturer described M1. Well I say, this is the best phone loaded with the best specs yet from a local brand. It runs on a game-changer deca-core processor with Mediateks Helio X20. Remember how excited we were when the first octa-core-powered phone was released in the country? It’s Deca-core now and it is one to be expected to be the best and the smoothest in the market. Its 21MP Sony IMX230 rear camera operates on par with a DSLR, and can focus in a couple of milliseconds thanks to its phase detection/AF (PDAF) which most mobile cameras do not have.
The 8MP with LED flash front camera quality is more than enough for selfies. The newly implemented touch type fingerprint scanner is also notable as its one of first in the country. Much more to stress is its super-fast charging capability which could charge up the titan 3600mAh battery in just 90 mins. For only 11,999php, you could enjoy the best specs in the most convenient way for your pocket.
Some people say that the M1 is overhyped and is overpriced. I say, this is the most budget-wise high-end phone we could get. I do not have the luxury to give a detailed contrast about M1 vs Samsung S7 edge vs iPhone 7. Find out for yourself what’s overrated and which is overpriced. Rest assured, this one’s the best the local market could offer in specs and price alike.
➕Fingerprint scanner
➕Fast-charging (1hour and 15mins) USB Type-C
➕High-end processor for best performance
➕Android OS – Marshmallow
➖non-expandable memory
➖non-removable battery
STARMOBILE KNIGHT SPECTRA
Specs:
Dual SIM, 4G LTE/3G/EDGE/GPRS
5.5” FHD AMOLED display
Full HD 1080 x 1920 Pixels, 401 ppi
1.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 615
3GB RAM; 32GB internal storage
8-megapixel front-facing camera
13.0 + 2.0 Megapixel Dual Rear Camera with Re-focus
3500mAh battery
Suggested retail price: PHP 14,990
“A gorgeous physique and superior performance” — that’s how I can boldly describe Knight Spectra. Knight Spectra is so far the best among the Knight series. It is wrapped in a stunning metal chassis with rounded and chamfered edges. Gorgeous, chic, well-designed unibody phone with an excellent build.
Other than the looks, its Dual Rear camera is a real thing. It is the first local phone to sport a 13MP + 2MP Dual Rear camera with Super Refocus. Its rear camera features a Chroma Flash – which produces beyond excellent photos even in low-light conditions.
What’s more is that it is also an ISBT and DVB Digital TV phone with over 10 free channels available. For those who are into TV shows and for all of us who need to hear the news, Spectra could really come handy. And as an added feature, you could record real-time TV shows at your preference. Watching TV, capturing photos, watching movies is made even better with its 5.5 inch AMOLED Full HD display.
Top performance, high-tech camera, long battery life, and ultimate chic smartphone. No need to ask for anything else, this one might be the smartphone you ever wanted.
➕Handy DTV phone
➕Game changer Dual Camera Technology
➕Vivid, crisp and sharp display
➕Excellent build and design
➖non-removable battery
➖High Price
CHERRY MOBILE FLARE SELFIE
Specs:
Dual SIM, 4G LTE/3G/EDGE/GPRS
5 HD IPS LCD display
Full HD 720 x 1280 Pixels, 294 ppi
1.3GHz Octacore Mediatek MT6753
3GB RAM; 16GB internal storage
16-megapixel AF BSI front-facing camera
16-megapixel BSI rear camera
3000mAh battery
Suggested retail price: PHP 7,999
We love our phones not just of how blazingly fast it is, but also of how amazing its camera is. Putting Flare Selfie on the line, it abides by the name it is called. This smartphone just couldn’t help being included in the list. A premium camera phone in a premium look that undeniably feels premium on your hands. The highlights of Flare Selfie is its pair of 16MP autofocus cameras. Yes you heard it right, 16MP autofocus front and rear cameras. Now you can take capture those awesome landscapes and get superior quality selfies.
Flare Selfie is wrapped in a metallic unibody design. One might mistake it as an iPhone, viewing from the sides. It is simply gorgeous. More than just a camera phone, Flare Selfie is also built for performances. Powered by Mediatek MT6753, with 3GB of RAM. There will be so much you can do with this budget-friendly high-end SoC. It can run graphic-hungry games smoothly with zero to few frame drops, also thanks to its Mali-T720 GPU. With a 3000mAH battery, you can surely do more.
➕Turbo Download functionality
➕Superior Front facing camera
➕Vivid, crisp and sharp display
➕Battery longevity
➕Fingerprint Scanner
➖non-removable battery
FIREFLY MOBILE AURA ENVY
Specs:
Dual SIM, 4G LTE/3G/EDGE/GPRS
5.5″ FHD OGS IPS LCD with Gorilla Glass 3
Full HD 1080 x 1920 Pixels, 401 ppi
1.3GHz Octacore Mediatek MT6753
8-megapixel front-facing camera
13-megapixel AF with dual tone flash
3480mAh Li-Po
Suggested retail price: PHP 6,999 / PHP 7,999
Get impressed with Aura Envy’s stunning design and build. It is wrapped in Aluminum and Gorilla Glass all throughout. With volume rockers and a dedicated camera button and a unibody design. It’s a premium feel and a familiar feeling for some(especially those with Xperia devices). You can also choose from two colour variants -Silver or Gold.
Aura Envy sports a 13MP Sony IMX214 Exmor RS rear camera sensor and for surprisingly vivid photos and a dual tone flash for natural-coloured shots even in dark and low-light environment. Its 8MP front camera is a SONY IMX219 sensor. Both camera feature ultra-wide angle lenses which gives it an edge over others.
It also comes with a Mediatek MT6753 chipset and true octa-core processor so you can play hard and do many things. Aura Envy comes in two variants – a 2GB RAM/16GB internal storage and a 3GB RAM/32GB internal storage. Both have the same camera, same processor and the same premium feel. You can choose from either depending on your memory need. The two variants are also priced slightly different. Given the choice of SoC, it comes Android Marshmallow and a ceramic-coated fingerprint scanner. It surely is a beautiful phone stuffed with great things.
Simple. Venerable. Premium. Do not be deceived by its almost generic-sounding name. My36 is one capable phone qualified for the top heap. Let’s start from the design. My 36’s slightly curved and sleek design sure is appealing with a glossy glass furnish and a nonslip texture. The metallic edges provides a sturdy and firm feel. It will surely give a premium and comfortable feeling.
Though it comes with only a 13MP main camera, it is yet very outstanding in its work. The 13MP camera has a phase detection/AF(PDAF) which could focus almost in an instant. It is indeed an Samsung camera sensor, so you can expect much from it. Moreover it’s 5MP non-interpolated front camera works well for selfies.
My36 is also noted by its performance. With Mediatek MT6753 chipset and true octa-core processor, it does its thing quite magically and smoothly in an ample amount of RAM with so much to spare for other applications, even for heavy games. It comes with a 16GB internal storage which is expandable up to 64GB via the microSD/sim slot. Thanks to its 4G LTE functionality, you can browse and stream up to 150mbps. Blazing speeds, huh.
There are a lot of well-known smartphones brands around the corner and only a few local brands offering the same or better specifications but seemingly unnoticed. Some are fancy, some are savvy, some are careless and some are very blessed to have known that local smartphones par with the international ones.
I do not take your freedom to choose, but I know you want to make tipid. So what else are you making a fuss right there? Go gather all the coins. To the mall we go.
TODAY, 5 October 2016, marks the 2nd anniversary of SUGBU.PH — the fastest rising Cebu-focused online community of today and everyone’s favorite go-to online blog on everything Cebu.
The team is genuinely grateful and overwhelmed by everyone’s support. Rest assured, Sugbu will continue to deliver fresh, high quality content on our blog and social media channels — taking the Cebu experience to a whole new level. Proudly presenting the Sugbu team (2016-2017):
THAT’S WHY, because Sugbu has been receiving so much love and support from all of you for the past two years, it’s time to pay it forward with the GRANDEST ONLINE GIVEAWAY IN CEBU!
Print the image below in a paper of any size or type. Or, save the image on your phone and display it when taking a selfie (make sure it is on landscape orientation).
Take a selfie with the printed image with your friends, family or relatives (at least one) in your favorite spot or tambayan in Cebu. Pwede sa office, sa balay, malls, parks, anywhere. Just be creative.
Samples:
BUT WE KNOW YOU CAN DO BETTER! BE CREATIVE!
STEP 5:
• Upload the selfie photo on your Facebook profile.
• In your caption, tell us where is your favorite spot or tambayan in Cebu with the hashtags #SugbuTurns2 #SugbuPH. Can be in English or Bisaya.
• Make sure the privacy setting is set to public.
• Tag Sugbu to make sure we can see your photo.
Sample:
THAT’S IT! YOU’RE IN! We strongly recommend to submit your entries the soonest possible so you have ample time to share your entry and gain likes.
Deadline of entries is on October 31, 2016. Likes count is until November 4, 2016 at 11:59PM. Winners will be announced on November 12, 2016.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Don’t try to skip any step. Before we announce the winner, Sugbu will religiously check if you’ve completed all the steps. Otherwise, we will choose another winner.
HOW DO WE PICK THE WINNERS?
We will pick the TOP 10 Best Selfies according to the criteria for judging below:
Creativity & Originality – 40%
Likes – 30%
Caption – 20%
Overall impact – 10%
TOTAL: 100%
We strongly recommend to submit entries the soonest possible so you have ample time to share your entry and gain likes.
TOP 1 will get to choose:
(a) an overnight stay at Maonanik Beach Resort worth 10,000 (good for 30pax with 3 rooms)
(b) an overnight stay at Cuarto Hotels with breakfast for 2
TOP 2 will get the other overnight stay not chosen by Top 1
3 winners of 30% OFF Lunch/Dinner Buffet for 2 at Sugbufé
Two of the best selfies will win an overnight stay at Maonanik Beach Resort and Cuarto Hotels.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. This is open for Cebu residents only. Locals or foreigners, as long as you are now residing in Cebu, then you are welcome to join.
2. Overnight stay at Maonanik Beach Resort must be booked 1-2 weeks prior to the booking dates which must not fall on a weekend or a holiday.
3. Overnight stay at Cuarto Hotels must be booked 1-2 weeks prior to the booking dates. Holidays and weekends are okay as long as the dates are available.
4. Sugbufe GCs should be used on or before November 30, 2016.
5. Winners are REQUIRED to post a Thank You message on their Facebook profiles for Sugbu and the sponsors. The winner will then be messaged to schedule pick-up of the prize.
6. Deadline of entries is on October 31, 2016. Likes count is until November 4, 2016 at 11:59PM. Winners will be announced on November 12, 2016. Sugbu has the right to extend the deadline of entries if the expected number of submissions is met. Hence, the announcement of winners can also be changed anytime.
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