ASUS VivoBook Flip TP301UJ Video Review

Just a few months back, we tested the ASUS VivoBook Flip TP301UJ and we liked its thin, light, and portable form factor — not mentioning that you could turn its display all the way back and use it as a tablet.

Those are just some of the things you can expect from this laptop and you can see the rest in our video review below.

ASUS VivoBook Flip (TP301UJ) specs:
13.3-inch IPS HD display @ 1366 x 768 resolution
200 nits, 10-point touch
2.3GHz 64-bit Intel Core i5-6200U processor (3M Cache, up to 2.8GHz)
NVIDIA GeForce 920M (N16V-GM-S) DDR3 2GB GPU
4GB RAM
SATA 1TB 5400RPM 2.5? HDD
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0
1x USB 2.0
2x USB 3.0
1x USB 3.1 (Type-C Gen 1)
1x HDMI
1x Headphone-out, Audio-in combo jack
2-in-1 card reader
VGA webcam
Built-in speaker\Built-in array microphone
Windows 10 (64-bit)
55WHrs, 3S1P, 3-cell Li-Ion polymer battery
1.5kg with battery
Price: Php40,995

You may also read back our full review of the device by hitting the link.

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ASUS ZenBook UX305LA Video Review

We’ve previously reviewed the ASUS ZenBook UX305LA and now we give you the video version of the said review.  The ultrabook sports an Intel Core i7-5500 processor clocked up to 2.4GHz, Intel HD 5500 Graphics, and 8GB LPDDR3 RAM.

Watch the video below as it shows more of the device in terms of physique and display.

ASUS ZenBook UX305LA specs:
13.3-inch QHD+ (3200 x 1800) IPS display
2.4GHz Intel Core i7-5500 CPU
Intel HD 5500 Graphics
8GB LPDDR3 RAM
512GB SATA3 SSD
2x USB 3.0
USB 2.0
720p webcam
WiFi 802.11 ac
Bluetooth 4.0
3-cell 56WH battery
Windows 10 64-bit
324 x 226 x 14.9 mm
1.3 kg
Aurora Metallic, Obsidian Stone colors

Additionally, you may also read our full review of it by clicking the link.

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Budget Lenovo 100 laptop listed online for Php23K

Announced last year along with two other affordable notebooks, the Lenovo 100 is now listed at online retailer Villman and comes with an Intel Core i3 processor, 4GB RAM, and 500GB of storage.

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Lenovo IdeaPad 100-14 80RK000PPH specs:
14-inch HD display @ 1366 x 768 resolution
2GHz Intel Core i3-5005U processor
4GB DDR3L RAM
500GB HDD storage
Intel HD Graphics 5500
DVD drive
VGA webcam
1 x 1.5W speaker
30WHr battery
13.39 x 9.33 x 0.80 in (dimensions)
1.9kg (weight)
Windows 10 Home OS

In order to keep costs competitive, the company had to cut corners like its 30WHr battery that is claimed to last only up to 4 hours.

Nevertheless, if this won’t be such a dealbreaker for you, then the Lenovo 100 is a good choice (and adds to our list of best laptops under Php25K) if you’re on a budget. It is available online for Php22,992.

 

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5 Best Budget Notebooks under Php25k

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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Samsung announces new ATIV Book 9

Samsung is back in the notebook game with two laptops sporting high-resolution displays up to 4K. The ATIV Book 9 Pro and ATIV Book 9 Spin.

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The ATIV Book 9 Pro is the biggest of the two with its 15.6 display sporting a 4K resolution or 3840 × 2160 pixels. The notebook is powered by a 2.6GHz 6th-Gen Intel Core i7 processor with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950M graphics. There’s also 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD, USB 3.1 Type-C and four speakers. Battery life is said to last for only 6.5 hours.

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The ATIV Book 9 Spin notebook measures a screen size of 13.3 inches at 3200 × 1800 pixels or QHD+ resolution. Like Lenovo’s Yoga series, the Spin can present itself in different modes using the 360° hinge. Its screen can reach 700nit of brightness with the ‘outdoor mode’ set by Samsung. Processing-wise, a 2.5GHz Intel Core i7 is inside the laptop with Intel HD Graphics 520. An 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD for storage is on-board. Battery life is rated at 7.3 hours.

Both notebooks feature Windows 10 and has touchscreen displays with ‘real time HDR’ enhancements that optimizes brightness and contrast levels based on the content. The ATIV Book Pro 9 will be available for $1,599 and the ATIV Book 9 Spin for $1,399. The two will be available exclusively on Samsung.com and Best Buy in the US. Local availability is yet unknown.

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