Nikon D7000 Hugyfot Housing Prototype
Posted by Jayvee Fernandez at December 17th, 2010
Logged into Facebook and saw this prototype underwater housing for the Nikon D7000 made by Hugyfot. It seems to come in the same curved design like all of Hugy’s housings. Sled mounted housing is a big deal — at least you get the entire camera in without having to worry if didn’t put it in right.
Attached you’ll find some CAD/CAD pictures of the new Hugyfot housing for the Nikon D7000.
The housing will be equipped with some new features besides the HugyCheck system (standard on all housings):- sled mounting system that replaced the classic camera support
- fiber optic connection for fiber optic controlled TTL strobes
- dovetail mounting system for handles
- HDMI in/out for external monitorWe expect the first working prototypes to be ready early January 2011.
Samsung Philippines Official Statement on alleged piracy of 700 TSI employees
Posted by Jayvee Fernandez at December 16th, 2010Copied Verbatim from Samsung PH PR
OFFICIAL STATEMENT
Employees of Samsung Electronics Philippines Corp. (SEPCO), a division of Samsung Electronics, are facing charges of syndicated and large-scale illegal recruitment involving economic sabotage, estafa and theft filed by manpower agency Temps & Staffers Inc. (TSI). The charges stemmed from the alleged “piracy” of 700 of TSI’s employees by SEPCO.
SEPCO is engaged in the marketing and distribution of Samsung brand electronic products. It is not in the business of manpower recruitment of promo-merchandisers who are assigned to sell Samsung products to consumers as support to accredited Samsung dealers nationwide. SEPCO contracts third-party manpower agencies to supply the promo-merchandisers, which clearly constitutes no employer-employee relationship between SEPCO and the promo-merchandisers. At present, SEPCO engages the services of five (5) Filipino-owned manpower agencies to meet its requirements.
There is no truth to the allegation of “piracy”, as mentioned in newspaper articles. The contracts between TSI and its promo merchandisers is co-terminus with TSI’s contract with SEPCO. As early as June 13, 2010, TSI served termination notices to their promo-merchandisers effective June 30, 2010. Given this, the affected promo-merchandisers decided on their own whether to wait for a new job contract from TSI or seek employment elsewhere.
Samsung Electronics is committed to acting as a responsible corporate citizen in the Philippines. We conduct our operations in accordance with international labor standards and we maintain a rigorous compliance program.
Respect for our employees is one of our key business principles. We will provide them with our full legal support and assistance to clarify this matter.
Lori Baltazar’s gifts for me
Posted by Jayvee Fernandez at December 14th, 2010
Met up with sexiest food blogger Lori Baltazar (and equally sexy PR swashbucker Mark Parlade). Wasn’t expecting gifts, but Lori surprised me with a loot bag for the holidays. Although Lori hates Mark and I for wanting our steaks medium well, she and I pretty much agree when it comes to coffee. She gave me a small bag of beans to grind from Lamill (which I have almost finished), and a sample of their tea — with the most superb packaging ever. As topping to the wonderful gifts (literally), she included a President’s Choice ginder filled with vanilla and sugar to top my coffee. Lori, I use it every morning to top my latte and the flavor is just amazing! 5 star rating.
This tea wins the award for most creative (and geeky) copy:
Probing further, Lamill has really pushed my geek buttons as their copy is very consistently easy to digest with a slight tinge of geek:
At LAMILL we small batch roast all our beans on our own special order German Probat G60 commercial roasters. Not only are these the finest, state of the art machines, but it’s also cool to be able to say ‘German Probat G60’. We make the same investment in our staff, being sure to employ only most qualified and talented roasters. At LAMILL we understand how important roasting is to the final product. We don’t take any shortcuts… we don’t make any compromises. If a batch isn’t right, we take the time to do it over, even if it means missing the Lakers game. That’s what TIVO is for.
Thank you Lori for the gifts!
Another contest from Samsung … while you’re busy with the Korean thing
Posted by Jayvee Fernandez at December 13th, 2010Oh hello guys. There’s a contest running on Facebook simultaneously with us.
Click on this link: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Share-the-Good-News/118776474855909
‘Tis the Season to SHARE! Samsung will be giving away 24 Printers, 12 days before Christmas starting December 20! Join the Tag and Share promo and you might just win a limited edition Samsung Printer for you and your friend!
Remember, as an update to my previous contest we’re accepting nationwide entries!
UPDATED ON MECHANICS: HOLIDAY GADGET SWARM WEEK IV: Samsung Galaxy 5 Contest
Posted by Jayvee Fernandez at December 13th, 2010
UPDATE: After deliberation and popular request, we’re now opening the contest to a nationwide audience, instead of just Metro Manila.
I’d like to thank Samsung for their generosity in extending their sponsorship. When I approached them many weeks ago they agreed to cover the prize for one week. Because they love you all, they asked if they could sponsor a second week. Luckily I was going to break the contest into two waves — the next one starting next year. Oh well! More prizes! =)
As for last week’s contest I will announce it sometime this week. Dami kasi.
Affordable Galaxy 5 is affordable! Even if you don’t win this week’s contest, the Samsung Galaxy 5 makes for a worthy choice to spend your Christmas bonus on. It’s just slightly above PHP 10,000.00! You get a robust v2.1 operating system and an affordable phone from a brand you can trust.
Network 2.5G : 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz
3G (HSDPA 7.2 Mbps) : 900/2100 MHz
OS Android 2.1
Display 2.8” QVGA TFT LCD (C-type)
Camera 2MP FF w/o LED Flash
Video MPEG4, H.263, H.264
Audio MP3, ACC, ACC+, Eacc+
FM Radio, 3.5mm Ear jack
Value-added Features Integrated Messaging ‘Social Hub’
Google Mobile Service
Android Market™ for more applications and content
Augmented Reality with Layar Reality Browser
Touch Wiz 3.0 User interface, A-GPS
Connectivity Bluetooth v2.1, USB v2.0 (Full-Speed), Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, All Share
Memory 170MB, MicroSD (1GB included, up to 16GB)
Size: 56 x 108 x 12.3 mm, 102 g
Battery: 1200mAh
Talk Time: 570 Min (2G)/ 380 Min (3G)
Stand-by Time: 520 Hr (2G)/ 370 Hr (3G)
Price: PHP 10,980
CONTEST TIME!
It’s the Korean invasion and Samsung was ahead of it all! Before KPOP. Before Station 168. Before Starcraft. For this week’s contest I am giving more importance to creativity than to confining you to rules. I want you to:
1. Submit something. Anything. But it has to exemplify how the Korean influence has invaded your life. It can be an essay, a photo, a video. Anything. Just put the link in the comments section. Remember, TURNING KOREAN. Leave it in the comments section. It’s the usual drill.
2. Remember, the more bibo, the better. So yeah, dapat talaga kinarir.
3. Contest starts now till Saturday, 18th of December 11:59PM. This contest is open to people within Metro Manila only nationwide! This is not a raffle. It is a talent show. You can submit as many entries as you want.
N.B. Joining this week’s contest allows Samsung to add your info to their database for upcoming promos and announcements for 2011.
Really great customer service from Nautilus
Posted by Jayvee Fernandez at December 11th, 2010
Nearly a year ago I bought my first BCD, a humble Aquatec Atlas for PHP 10,000. It was highly recommended as a good entry level buoyancy control device and the reviews I read from the Internet were mostly positive save for some warning of the dump valves not being sown in sturdily. For ten grand, I got integrated weight pockets and a built in horn!
Sure enough, after more than 70 dives it gave way. After Pescador island, the horn got lost. After last month, the right shoulder valve ripped, which I only noticed after the dive.
I took it back to Carol in Nautilus along Pasay Road to be repaired. Last weekend, we did a weekend trip to finish Chie’s advanced course. I had planned on renting a spare BCD from Nautilus which Jan, my instructor had picked up. Lo and behold when he got to Eagle Point, he had with him a brand new BCD which wasn’t a rental — it was a full replacement!
This is the new model:
The Atlas Pro is more or less the same thing, but comes in a more attractive black and orange scheme. The integrated weight pockets are more sturdy as they use a combination of velcro and a locking mechanism.
Carol replaced my old BCD with the new 2010 model. She even fixed my horn! This is really great customer service coming from a dive shop and it’s something that makes a big difference for me as a consumer. I’d definitely recommend (well I always do) her shop to anyone who has started taking lessons and needs equipment.
They don’t screw around — it’s all about your life!
Wet my pants: Gaiking movie is real!
Posted by Jayvee Fernandez at December 11th, 2010An Update with the Samsung Contest
Posted by Jayvee Fernandez at December 11th, 2010Guys, I have over 1,500 entries for the Samsung Shark laptop. Wow. As I previously announced that I will announce the winners tomorrow night, is it OK if you give me more time to sift through the winners? I’ll probably announce the winner on Monday or Tuesday morning, latest. This is also because Sunday night is the Philippine Blog Awards and it would be great if you could come! I heard that sponsors wil be raffling off several neat things as well!
Secondly, this week was supposed to be the “halfway mark” for the contest series. I had planned on ending the year with this contest and resume the raffles by early January since I really won’t have time to judge entries. However, Samsung was really happy with the responses from this week’s contest that they wanted to sponsor another week (!!!) of prizes. We’re still finalizing the prize so again, please bear with me as I try to accomodate everyone for the holidays!
Yay Samsung!
I think I have the most unpredictable gadget list for the Manila Bulletin special =)
Posted by Jayvee Fernandez at December 9th, 2010Scroll down for mine =) Thanks, Alexei for the feature!
HOLIDAY GADGET SWARM WEEK III: Samsung is giving away a SHARK SERIES SF410 gaming notebook
Posted by Jayvee Fernandez at December 5th, 2010
When I asked Samsung if they wanted to sponsor my anniversary, they did so without hesitation. I’d like to thank Juno and Odette for sending us a brand new SHARK SERIES notebook, the SF410. Guys, this portable is kick ass. It runs on an Intel Core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and a GeForce 310M card. This isn’t just for work — IT’S A DECENT GAMING LAPTOP!
With curves.
Samsung is throwing in so many goodies into their line of portables. If you’re considering a new Windows 7 portable rig, their shark line is a must see because they’re very generous with the specs and have distinguished themselves with the curved shark fin design on the left and right sides of the notebooks.
The SF410 retails for PHP 51,900.00.
Guys do me a favor and ENTER THIS CONTEST ALREADY so that I won’t be tempted to keep it for myself.
Contest Time!!
1. By now you already know the drill. You can submit entries from now till 11:59 PM of December 11. I usually announce the winner by the evening of the next day, the 12th.
2. Since Samsung has been around since the time we were kids (and even before!), I’m reminded of a fun game we used to play. Remember how we’d turn names of countries into acronyms and use it to spell out words? For example, take the country of ITALY:
I
Trust
And
Love
You
Now it’s your turn. Let’s see how much fun we can have with Samsung! Remember, I’ll be asking help from someone from their team (with me having the final say) so please, nothing vulgar. Have fun! Be creative! Make us laugh!
S
A
M
S
U
N
G
3. Entries can be in English / Filipino / Taglish. Just like before, you can submit as many entries as you want in the comments but make sure you leave a valid email address.
And the winner for Intel Week is …
Posted by Jayvee Fernandez at December 5th, 2010Believe me. We had a hard time deciding who would win this one. Yung mga iba, kinarir talaga. As much as I would like to give away 20 computers, this week we can only give away one big prize. FYI I’m also being helped by someone from Intel’s PR because the entries are just SOOO overwhelming. Congratulations to everyone who submitted. Winner kayong lahat. This was really amazing. Just remember that this is still WEEK II of the series. Next week we’re raffling off another laptop thanks to Samsung. Stay tuned!
Let’s cut to the chase. The winner for this week’s contest is ELLEN.
TITLE: Intel, You’ve Won
[To the tune of Justin Bieber’s Baby, imagined it to be sang by our very own influencers - Charice and Apl.De.Ap (or Gloc 9 weee!) ]
Oh woooah, oh woooooah, oh wooooah, oh.
Semiconductors, Microprocessors
In top computers, you will be there
You’re number 1, you lead the pack
And they can never ever get you off your rank
Motherboard chipsets and graphic chips
Innovation, you’re best at that
Say there’s no other that can outshine you
No one’s matched all the things that you do.
(Chorus – 2 different paragraphs instead of a repeat)
INTEL Inside!
Global, topnotch, awesome oaaahhh.
They’ve got DUO, Pentium, and more
From core 3 to core 7 now
Yes, you’ve just changed the world, yeah
Global, topnotch, awesome oaaahhh.
You’re the SPONSORS OF TOMORROW
From core 3 to core 7 now
Yes, you’ve won our hearts, yeah
You, you’re doing oh whatever
And in the next years, I’m sure you’ll do better
Cared for our mother earth, invest in healthcare
You build us everything, you’ll help in anything.
Intel now please stay, perk up IT and you can free us from ancient technology
Let’s not go down down down down
Coz I believe your brand’ll always be around.
(Chorus – 2 different paragraphs instead of a repeat)
INTEL Inside!
Global, topnotch, awesome oaaahhh.
They’ve got DUO, Pentium, and more
From core 3 to core 7 now
Yes, you’ve just changed the world, yeah
Global, topnotch, awesome oaaahhh.
You’re the SPONSORS OF TOMORROW
From core 3 to core 7 now
INTEL has won our hearts, yeah
(RAP PART)
(INTEL),
In 1960s, you‘ve made your first move
And ‘til now nobody can compete with you baby
No matter if it’s surfing, shopping, gaming, you’ll always be on top
You make our lives so easy, you’ve raised the standards
Intel’s revolutionary, worth spending big bucks
The leading brands love you, and it is not hard to see you’re in a streak
Asus, Apple, and Dell, Samsung, HP, Lenovo
You know they’re patronizing ‘cause INTEL’s so amazing
And it’s just groundbreaking, what you did with computing
(Chorus – 2 different paragraphs instead of a repeat)
INTEL Inside!
Global, topnotch, awesome oaaahhh.
They’ve got DUO, Pentium, and more
From core 3 to core 7 now
Yes, you’ve just changed the world, yeah
Global, topnotch, awesome oaaahhh.
You’re the SPONSORS OF TOMORROW
From core 3 to core 7 now
Yes, you have won our hearts, yeah
(And) I’m done,
In-tel, yeah, yeah,
In-tel, yeah, yeah,
In-tel, yeah, yeah,
You’re number one
My heart, you’ve won.
