MediaTek unleashes MediaTek MT6595. The worlds first 4G LTE Octa-core smartphone SOC powered by ARM Cortex A-17 and Ultra HD H.265 codec support. The new smartphone promises superior multi-tasking performance and a world class multi-media subsystem aside for being the first in the world to utilize Multimode Wireless Charging Reciever IC.



Other features include:

• 20 megapixel camera capability and a high-definition WQXGA (2560 x 1600) display controller

• MediaTek ClearMotion for smooth video playback at 60fps

• MediaTek MiraVision technology for DTV-grade picture quality

• support for WiFi 802.11ac, Bluetooth LE and ANT+ for ultra-low power connectivity with fitness tracking devices

• support for Multi-standard inductive and resonant wireless charging



The MT6595 platform will be commercially available by the first half of 2014, with devices expected in the second half of the year.

See diagram below:



Source : MEDIATEK

While Mozilla is still developing it's own launcher, sink in your teeth to this FireFox modded Everything Me Launcher!



The launcher has 3 main features

 

• In-phone search


• Smart Folders


• The Prediction bar

 

Take note that this Launcher is not available in Google Playstore here in the Philippines, but if you want to get your hands on this cool FireFox Everything Me Launcher, we got an apk link exclusively for your downloading pleasure!

 

DOWNLOAD HERE 

Starmobile releases a budget-friendly dual-SIM Android smartphone powered by Mediatek with built in Yamaha speaker under 3K PHP the "StarMobile Play". A low end outing from StarMobile with respectable specs giving you absolute value for your money. Boasting good sounds with its Yamaha speakers and fast mobile internet utilizing HSPA+ and a nice 5MP camera. With a price tag under 3K PHP, it would be hard to find better specs than this. Check out StarMobile Play's full specs below.

 

Starmobile Play specs:

4″ WVGA (480×800) display, 233ppi

1.2GHz MediaTek MT6572 dual-core CPU

Mali-400MP GPU

512MB RAM

4GB internal storage

up to 32GB via microSD

5MP fixed focus rear camera w/ LED flash

VGA fixed focus front camera

dual-SIM, dual-standby

HSPA+, 3G

WiFi 802.11 b/g/n

Bluetooth 3.0

GPS + aGPS

FM Radio

Built-in Yamaha speaker

2,000mAh battery

Android 4.2.2 Jellybean

126.5 x 64 x 12.1mm

138g

Red, White, Blue

 

The Starmobile Play is available in all Starmobile kiosks and stores nationwide for Php2,999

As ASUS promised for a cheap yet powerful PC last year, finally the waiting is over as ASUS delivers their compact and inexpensive Chromebox, a simple PC setup with bells and whistles.

ASUS Chromebox has three engine choices the  Intel Celeron 2955U, i3-4010 or 4th Gen Intel Core i7 processor. All engine are paired to an Intel HD Graphics GPU and a choice between 2GB or 4GB of RAM. ASUS Chromebox is equipped with a plethora of ports which include four USB 3.0s, a pair of ports for video out (HDMI and DisplayPort), an audio jack, as well as an RJ-45 port.

ASUS Chromebox specs:
1.4GHz Intel Celeron 2955U or
1.7GHz Intel Core i3-4010U dual-core processor
Intel HD Graphics
2GB/4GB DDR3 RAM
16GB onboard storage
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
1x Ethernet Port
4x USB 3.0
1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort
1x Audio Jack
Chrome OS
Dimension: 123.9 x 123.9 x 41.9mm

However ASUS has given the Chromebox a fairly small onboard storage which can only hold up to about 16GB worth of data to keep the prices on the low end. ASUS Chromebox is slated to hit the shelves starting next month with base configuration (Celeron + 2GB RAM) selling for USD179. Also, for USD999 ASUS hooks you up with a camera with Carl Zeiss lens, a Remote control, as well as a fancy Speaker with Microphone and built-in DSP.