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5 Windows 10 laptops you can buy for Php15K

Louie Diangson

It’s already June and that also means the start of the new school year for students. And before school work pile up, one would need a laptop to help get it done. The good news is you don’t have to spend much as you can purchase one with a budget of Php 15K. Check out our list below.

Note: Product listings were sourced from Villman.

Acer Aspire ES1

The Acer Aspire ES1 sports a 14-inch display which is good for those who need a relatively big screen for multitasking. It has an Intel Celeron N3160 CPU, 2GB RAM, optical drive, and a decent 500GB of HDD storage.

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Acer Aspire ES1-431-C6UF specs:
14-inch (1366 x 768) LED-backlit LCD
2.24GHz Intel Celeron N3160 CPU
Intel HD Graphics
2GB DDR3 RAM
500GB HDD
2x stereo speakers
8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0
Gigabit Ethernet
Acer Webcam (640 x 480)
SD card reader
USB 2.0 port
USB 3.0 port
HDMI port w/ HDCP support
3.5mm headset jack
Windows 10
37 Wh 2500 mAh 14.8 V 4-cell Li-ion battery
343 x 245 x 29.2/25.4mm
2.1Kg
Price: Php 14,988

ASUS X453SA

ASUS also has a 14-incher in the form of the X453SA. It runs on an Intel Celeron N3050 CPU, and like the Acer Aspire above, sports 2GB RAM, optical drive, and 500GB of HDD storage. Buyers may also choose from multiple color options of White, Pink, Black, and Purple.

ASUS X453SA specs:
14-inch (1366 x 768) Anti-Glare display
2.16GHz Intel Celeron N3050 CPU
Intel HD Graphics
2GB DDR3L RAM
500GB HDD
8X Super Multi with Double Layer optical drive
SD, SDHC card reader
VGA Web camera
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0
Combo audio jack
VGA port/Mini D-sub
USB 3.0 port
USB 2.0 port
RJ45 LAN jack
HDMI
Built-in Speakers and mic
2 cells 30 Whr battery
Windows 10
34.8 x 24.2 x 2.53 cm
2.0 kg
Price: Php 14,292

Dell Inspiron 15 3552

The Inspiron 15 3552 offers more compared to some of the laptops in this list. For starters, it has a larger 15.6-inch HD display and 4GB RAM. On the downside, it doesn’t have an optical drive. Running under the hood is an Intel Celeron N3050 CPU and 500GB HDD storage.

Dell Inspiron 15 3552 specs:
15.6-inch HD (1366 x 768) TrueLife display
2.16GHz Intel Celeron N3050 CPU
Intel HD Graphics
4GB DDR3L RAM
500GB HDD
WiFi
2x USB 2.0 ports
HDMI 1.4
4-in-1 media card reader
Windows 10
Price: Php 14,988

HP 14-AC146TU

HP’s 14-incher is no different from the rest of the pack. It sports an Intel Celeron N3050 CPU, 2GB RAM, and 500GB HDD. In addition, there’s an optical drive, DRS Studio sound, and 41 Wh battery.

HP 14-AC146TU specs:
14-inch (1366 x 768) HD BrightView WLED-backlit display
2.16GHz Intel Celeron N3050 CPU
Intel HD Graphics
2GB DDR3L RAM
500GB HDD
SuperMulti DVD burner optical drive
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0
SD media card reader
3x USB 3.0
HDMI
RJ-45
headphone/mic combo
DTS Studio Sound w/ 2 speakers
HP TrueVision HD Webcam w/ mic
4-cell, 41 Wh battery
Windows 10 Home
Price: Php 14,988

Lenovo Ideapad 300

Last, but not the least, is the IdeaPad 300 with a 14-inch display and Intel Celeron N3150 CPU. It has 2GB RAM, Dolby Advanced Audio with stereo speakers, and 500GB HDD storage.

Lenovo IdeaPad 300-14 specs:
14-inch HD display
2.08GHz Intel Celeron N3150 CPU
Intel HD Graphics
2GB DDR3L
500GB HDD
DVD Super Multi Burner optical drive
Stereo speakers with Dolby Advanced Audio
WiFi 802.11 a/c
Bluetooth 4.0
2x USB 3.0
USB 2.0
HDMI
VGA
4-in-1 card reader
4-cell battery
Windows 10
Price: Php 14,484

And that sums it up. These laptops may not have enough muscle for gaming but for students, or anyone, with a limited budget who need to get some work done, these will suffice. Got something more to add? Let us know in the comments below.

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5 Best Budget Notebooks under Php25k

Daniel Morial Leave a comment

Looking for a decent notebook for school or work but on a tight budget? We collected a list of 5 notebooks from major PC manufacturers to help you out. Have a look at these laptops under Php 25k.

Acer Aspire E

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The Acer Aspire E has 5th Generation Intel Core i3 clocked at 2GHz with 4GB of RAM. It has a spacious 1TB of storage so you can keep most of your media files without having the need of external hard drives, unless you’ll consume the 1TB quickly. The screen is a 14-inch TFT LCD with a resolution of 1366×768 pixels. It comes with Windows 10 out of the box.

The best thing about this laptop is that it comes in 5 color namely Cotton White, Coral Pink, Ocean Blue, Denim Blue, and Tropical Yellow. It’s currently listed on Villman for Php 24,984 w/ a free Smart Bro 4G Pocket Wi-Fi promotion until the end of the year.

Acer Aspire E E5-473 specifications:
14-inch HD (1366×768 pixels) Acer CineCrystal LED-backlit TFT LCD
Intel Core i3-5005U Processor (3M Cache, 2.00GHz)
Intel HD Graphics 5500
4GB DDR3 RAM
1TB HDD
8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive

ASUS X445LF

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The ASUS X series comes with a 4th Generation Intel i3 chipset running at 1.7GHz and 4GB of RAM. While it may have last year’s processor, this particular model has a dedicated 2GB NVIDIA GeForce 930M GPU for better graphic performance. Display is a standard 14-inch HD LED display and storage is only at 500GB.

It ships with Windows 10 and has a 2-year Global Warranty from ASUS. It retails for Php 24,984 from Villman.

ASUS X455LF-WX055T specifications:
14-inch HD (1366×768 pixels) LED-backlit display
Intel Core i3-4005U Processor (3M Cache, 1.70 GHz)
2GB NVIDIA GeForce 930M GDDR3 VRAM
4GB DDR3L RAM
500GB HDD
Super-Multi DVD-ROM

Dell Inspiron 5442

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If you’re looking for a serious looking laptop for business, the Dell Inspiron 5442 could be your choice. It sports a 4th Generation Intel Core i3 chipset clocked at 1.7GHz and paired with 4GB of RAM. It has a dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi module which is good for connecting with office networks. It also comes with a McAfee Security Center 15-month subscription. The screen is an LED backlit display measuring at 14 inches with HD resolution.

The downside of this notebook is the lack of a DVD optical drive. If you’re okay with that since DVD drives are rarely used nowadays, you can have the Dell notebook for Php 24,984 w/ Windows 8.1 (upgradable to Windows 10).

Dell Inspiron 5442 specifications:
14-inch HD (1366×768 pixels) LED Backlit Display w/ Truelife
Intel Core i3-4005U Processor (3M Cache, 1.70 GHz)
Intel HD Graphics 4400
4GB DDR3L RAM
500GB HDD

HP Notebook 14

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If you’re into HP’s design, then you might want to consider the HP Notebook 14. It has a configuration of 5th Generation Intel Core i3 at 2GHz with rather limiting 2GB of RAM. Its display is your usual 14-inch HD with WLED backlighting. It comes with 500GB HDD and has a built-in DVD-ROM.

What’s different here is that it comes with FreeDOS 2.0. You still have to install Windows on your own but because of that, you are free to choose which 4version of the OS you wish to use. You can also opt for a Linux-based OS if you want to. The HP notebook is listed for Php 22,980.

HP Notebook 14-AC144TU specifications:
14-inch HD (1366 x 768 pixels) BrightView WLED-backlit
Intel Core i3-5005U Processor (3M Cache, 2.00GHz)
Intel HD Graphics 5500
2GB DDR3L RAM
500GB HDD

Lenovo IdeaPad G40

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Lastly, check out Lenovo IdeaPad G40 notebook. It’s powered by a 4th Generation Intel Core i3 with 2GB of RAM. While the RAM is on the budget side, graphics should be above among other similar chipsets thanks to the dedicated 2GB ATI R5 M230. There’s a 500GB HDD onboard and the display is a 14-inch LED Glare-type display.

Windows 8.1 boots up with the device, so be sure to opt for a free Windows 10 upgrade if you are buying this laptop. SRP for the IdeaPad G40 is Php 24,888.

Lenovo IdeaPad G40-70 5944-1219 specifications:
14-inch HD LED Glare-type display
Intel Core i3-4030U Processor (3M Cache, 1.90 GHz)
2GB ATI R5 M230 DDR3L
2GB DDR3L RAM
500GB HDD

There you have it. Those are 5 budget notebooks or laptops to consider if you have a budget of less than Php 25k. You might have noticed that all of them have a 14-inch HD display and an Intel Core i3 chipset. The two features are very common among budget laptops, so if you are in need of more processing power, you might want to save up more. Notebooks are good investments, be sure to decide properly when purchasing.

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5 of the Best-Looking Laptops of mid-2015

Kevin Bruce Francisco Leave a comment

The first half of the year has already come and gone by, and as a part of our usual roundup of all things tech, we compile our 5 of the best-looking laptops that have been launched and are available locally.

Note: The list is arranged in no particular order.

ASUS ZenBook UX305

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Launched back in May, the ASUS ZenBook UX305 flaunts an ultra slim body with a 13.3-inch display. The top shell continues the design language seen from other high-end models and curves outward for an elegant finish. It’s got a good balance of typing space and navigation on its trackpad.

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The device also weighs light at 1.2kgs — this makes it possible to easily bring the laptop anywhere you go. Together with its razor-thin profile, you can just close it, slide it inside your bag, and you’re all ready to go.

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ASUS ZenBook UX305FA specs:
13.3-inch Full HD IPS display @ 1920 x 1080 resolution, 166ppi
Intel Core M-5Y10 dual-core processor
Intel HD graphics 5300
4GB DDR3L RAM
128GB M.2 SSD
Wi-Fi 802.11ac
Bluetooth 4.0
3x USB 3.0
mHDMI out
2-in-1 card reader
720p webcam
Bang and Olufsen ICEpower speakers
45WHr Li-Po battery
324 x 226 x 12.3mm (dimensions)
1.2kg (weight)
Windows 8.1
Price: Php34,995

Read our ASUS ZenBook UX305 Review here.

Microsoft Surface Pro 3

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For productivity on-the-go you can rely on Microsoft’s Surface Pro 3. It’s technically a tablet that aims to be “better than a laptop” as it has the necessary tools to be a full-functioning workstation. The package comes with a Surface Pen and you can also use a multi-position kickstand and Surface Pro 3 Type Cover to take advantage of all its capabilities.

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Microsoft Surface Pro 3 (128GB i5 version) specs:
12” ClearType Full HD Plus, 2160 x 1440. 216ppi
Intel Core i5-4300U
Intel HD Graphics 4400
128GB internal storage
4GB RAM
Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11ac
Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy technology
Digital Compass
full-size USB 3.0
microSD card reader
3.5mm Headset jack
Mini DisplayPort
5.0 megapixel rear-facing camera
5.0 megapixel front-facing camera
Stereo microphones
Stereo speakers with Dolby sound
Windows 8.1 Pro
Up to 9 hours of web browsing
11.5” x 7.93” x 0.36”
Price: Php60,000

Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro

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The Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro literally bends over backwards just to be whatever it is you need it to be. You can work on it as a laptop, browse the Internet as a tablet, scribble using its Tent position, and watch videos on its stand. Its hinges were designed to be tough so they could withstand all the swivel.

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In addition to its flexible usage, the device now has a thinner and lighter form factor that makes it the world’s thinnest convertible laptop.

Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro specs:
13.3-inch QHD+ (3200 x 1800) IPS display, 276ppi
Intel integrated graphics
8GB LPDDR3L RAM
512GB SSD
720p webcam
WiFi 802.11 a/c
Bluetooth 4.01
2x USB 3.0
1x DC-in with USB 2.0 function
4-in-1 card reader
micro-HDMI out
Audio combo jack
Integrated JBL stereo speakers w/ Waves Audio
9 hour battery life
Windows 8.1 OS
330 x 228 x 12.8 mm
2.63 lbs
Platinum Silver and Champagne Gold
Price: Php76,995

2015 MacBook Pro

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Known to having a sleek body, the 2015 MacBook Pro continues the company’s legacy of giving its users a sophisticated and elegant form factor that screams to be brought in any occasion. The screen has the usual bezel that’s rather thick but makes the images pop out more due to its Retina display.

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2015 MacBook Pro specs:
15-inch Retina display
2.2GHz Intel Core-i7 quad-core processor (Turbo Boost up to 3.4GHz)
16GB RAM
256GB PCIe-based flash storage
Intel Iris Pro Graphics
Price: 99,990

There is also another configuration with the following specs:

15-inch Retina display
2.5GHz Intel Core-i7 quad-core processor
16GB RAM
512GN PCIe-based flash storage
Intel Iris Pro Graphics
AMD Radeon R9 M370X
2GB GDDR5
Price: 124,990

Dell XPS 13 (2015)

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The XPS 13 is Dell’s lightest and thinnest 13-inch notebook yet, and it’s matched with top-notch material. The chassis is made with machined aluminum that makes it stand out. Taking care of its display is a Corning Gorilla Glass that spans from edge-to-edge.

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Unlike the Macbook Pro’s obvious bezels, the XPS 13 boasts what they call a Virtually Borderless Infinity Display that eliminates the unneeded space for a more enjoyable viewing experience

Dell XPS 13 (2015) specs:
13.3-inch UltraSHarp fHD (1920 x 1080) display
Edge-to-edge Corning Gorilla Glass NBT
Intel Core i7-5500U Processor (3M Cache, up to 3.0 GHz)
Intel HD Graphics 5500
8GB Dual Channel DDR3L-RS 1600Mhz
256GB SSD
WiFi 802.11ac
Bluetooth 4.0
2 x USB 3.0 w/ Powershare
mini DisplayPort
SD card reader
3-in-1 card reader (SD, SDHC, SDXC)
Precision glass touchpad
52 WHr, 4-Cell battery
Windows 8.1 64-bit OS
Height: 9-15mm / Width: 304mm / Depth: 200mm
1.26 kg (weight)
Price: Php74,990
These laptops round up our list. What’s yours?

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Dell Latitude 10 Review

Bob Freking Leave a comment

A lot of people are looking for something portable yet powerful – in that case, maybe a tablet running full-on Windows 8. With an Intel Atom CPU, a 10-inch display and more, maybe the Dell Latitude 10 is the one you are looking for.

Design and Construction

When you first pick up the tablet, you’ll find that it has some heft. It feels solid as there is a matte rubbery feel across the back and to the sides. The tablet feels like it is rugged, but it actually isn’t.

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On top you’ll find the SD card slot,  the microphone, the rotation lock, an LED light and the power button. On the right is the 3.5mm audio port, the USB port and the mini HDMI port, while on the left is the volume rocker. Down below are two charging ports – proprietary and micro USB. Also there is another LED light for charging.

On the back, you’ll find lots of labels, the swappable battery & the camera w/ flash. Speakers are also found on both the left and the right sides.

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To add, the buttons are hard to press as they all need a harder push to respond, and sometimes these little things get in the way.

As for the design, we have to say that it’s not ugly by all means, but it isn’t beautiful either. It also doesn’t attract much dirt, though fingerprints may be caught at times.

Display

The 10.1-inch display can be quite bright, and viewing angles are great since it’s an IPS panel. With that being said, it’s great for outdoor usage. The resolution is at 1366 X 768, and it delivers fair text; only if you look closely, you’ll find the pixilation.

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Navigation is easy and it’s fairly responsive to the touch. Overall, we had no problems with the screen as it does everything well.

OS, Apps and UI

Windows 8 Pro runs the show here, and there isn’t much a difference with the usual.  All Dell did was to add a Getting Started app to help new users get around the system.

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We like how everything is clean and smooth – no signs of bloatware whatsoever. While some other manufacturers add tons of stuff, Dell barely did anything, and for a reason – we like it.

Multimedia & Camera

On the back are the two speakers that work great. It could be weak in volume at times though, but we solved that with VLC’s settings of 200% volume. Why did we use VLC? Well, the media player had problems with several video codecs, so we did that. With codecs aside, we didn’t experience any problems with video playback.

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The 8 megapixel shooter on the back captures grainy photos, in whatever lighting it may be in, with or without flash. It’s soft, and the colors are a little inaccurate; the 2MP front-facing camera behaves similarly. However, if you just need a camera and that’s that, we think this package will suffice.

Performance & Battery Life

An Intel Atom CPU is nothing compared to its Core siblings, but with that aside, the Latitude 10 works naturally without lag. With 2GB RAM, things are a breeze. You will get to see it sweat though when you bring in heavy legacy apps, but we guess you’re not buying this for hardcore processing anyway.

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Before anything else, try to hold on to your seats because this is the killer part – the Dell Latitude 10 has amazing battery life! It ran for more than 8 hours on our video loop with 50% brightness & audio, and WiFi sync was also on at that time. Dell is offering an optional extended battery too to double that, and all-in-all, this is what made the Latitude 10 something worth remembering.

Conclusion

With all of that said, we want you to take a hard look on the Dell Latitude 10 if you’re looking for something portable and powerful. All the other elements that looked bad on our review are just minor things and is just a look on what are the cons. Great to say, there aren’t many. You won’t need a great camera on a tablet anyways, and the hard-to press buttons aren’t really much of a problem once you’re used to it.

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The Windows 8 model retails for Php29,999 while the one with Windows 8 Pro is at Php32,999.

Dell Latitude 10 specs:
10.1-inch 1366 X 768 IPS display
1.8GHz Intel Atom Dual Core Z2760 CPU
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (533MHz)
2GB RAM
64GB internal memory
SD card, USB 2.0 support
8MP rear-facing camera with LED flash
2MP front-facing camera
WiFi
Windows 8 Pro
2-cell 30Whr Li-ion battery, removable
649g (weight)
274mm x 176.6mm x 10.5mm (dimensions)

What we liked about it:

  • Amazing battery life
  • Solid feel & construction
  • Not much bloatware
  • Snappy & fast

What we didn’t like about it:

  • Bad cameras
  • Buttons are hard to press

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