The Samsung Galaxy Y has got to be the most affordable Android smartphone in the market. Maybe not, but is Samsung’s most affordable phone in the market. It runs on an Android 2.3 Gingerbread with a 3-inch QVGA display and powered by an 832 MHz processor. The phone is only 104mm long and weighs 98g. This light weight phone has a 2 megapixel rear camera but you need a memory card to be able to use it. The metallic finish is pretty and exudes more class than HTC’s Wildfire S, Galaxy Y’s closest competitor.

The beauty of this affordable Android phone is the Samsung apps that can do just about everything. The Android 2.3 comes with a very web browser, email client and media player, support for social networking and other applications. The 832MHz processor really isn’t that much but if the usage is sending SMS and tweeting once in a while, not much power is needed.

The downside is that the Android phone is small and the low resolutioh. My husband has the Corby and I can compare the difference. The Galaxy Y has better features than the Corby . A year ago, the Corby was just as affordable. There was much improvement since then. Video capture at 320 x 240 pixels and running 15 frames per second is of poor quality and not worth sharing over social networks. All these limitations are necessary since it cuts down on some higher-end specs and thus deliver a lower price.

The main attraction is the affordability especially to mothers who don’t want to spend a leg and an arm for their teens. That is why it is called Samsung Galaxy Y. Y for the young.

With an SRP of 5,990 pesos , it is surely an attraction for those that can’t afford the higher end Android phones. Smart offers Samsung Galaxy Y for as low as P4,990 through Smart Rewards or through a Prepaid Kit: P5,990 with P1000 load

Available in the Philippines on October 15.

Check the video for a sample of how the Galaxy Y works:

The ASUS Eee Pad Transformer is like having your cake and eating it, too – the innovative device is a tablet computer that can turn into a more traditional laptop feel, thanks to its expandable keyboard dock. As a tablet, the Eee Pad Transformer is an impressive machine in itself, with an NVIDIA® Tegra™ 2 dual-core processor running the smooth Android 3.0 Honeycomb as its OS. The hardware is enough to make the machine a TV-on-the-go, thanks to a crystal-clear scratch-resistant display, 3D stereo, and even HD video output support.

What makes the ASUS Eee Pad Transformer stand out, however, is its ability to switch from play mode to work mode in a matter of seconds. One common issue with tablets is that they’re not exactly conducive to working; the layout of traditional laptops is just better when you’re trying to get something done. By attaching the Eee Pad Transformer to its keyboard dock, the device morphs from a tablet orientation into a notebook that’s ready for mobile office work.

The flexibility with this machine is exceptional, and definitely makes the device something to keep an eye on. If you want a mobile computer ideal for both work and play, head on over to a nearby ASUS and try out the Eee Pad Transformer. Prices start from P22,995.

If tablets really aren’t your thing, and you’re looking for something that combines both style and functionality, look no further than ASUS’ K series notebooks. Underneath the shiny aluminum shells are technological powerhouses that offer maximum versatility for excellent prices. The ASUS K series boasts Intel® second generation Core™ processors and NVIDIA® GeForce™graphics, making the notebooks fully capable of playing the latest games without any hitches. The laptops are designed with both multimedia and workability in mind, allowing you to get tons of mileage out of these devices. All this is made possible with ASUS’ IceCool technology, which reduces the machine’s heat by a significant amount, making it more comfortable to use and less prone to overheating. Prices start at P29,995.

Highlights:

• Mobile Productivity with docking station (Full QWERTY KB and touchpad, up to 16 hours of battery life, Unlimited ASUS WebStorage)
• Mini-Cinema Entertainment (Brilliant IPS panel with 178? viewing angle, HDMI support, NVIDIA® Tegra™2 1.0 GHz dual-core CPU)
• Trendsetting Tablet Experience (Android 3.0 OS for tablets, Flash support, thousand of applications on Android Market )

Specs and Price:

Eee Pad Transformer TF101
DISPLAY: 10.1″
OS: Android 3.0 Honeycomb
CPU: Nvidia Tegra2

STORAGE: 16G

WIRELESS DATE NETWORK:
Wifi b/g/n
BT2.1
CAMERA: 1.2MP front camera
5 M Pixel Rear Camera
DIMENSIONS: 271 x 171 x 12.98 mm
WEIGHT: 680 g

Price : 22,995 pesos

Eeepad Transformer TF101 with Dock

Display: 10.1″
OS: Android 3.0 Honeycomb
CPU: Nvidia Tegra2

STORAGE: 16G

WIRELESS DATE NETWORK:
Wifi b/g/n
BT2.1

CAMERA: 1.2MP front camera
5 M Pixel Rear Camera

DIMENSIONS: 271 x 171 x 12.98 mm

WEIGHT: 680 g

Mobile Docking:
Keyboard
Touch Pad
2 x USB 2.0
2 x Docking port (Host + Client)
1 x Card Reader (MMC/SD/SDHC)
1 x 24.4Wh Battery

Price- 29,995 pesos

Sony VAIO products never fail to please the senses of discerning gadget lovers with its brilliant combinations of functionality and style. So it’s hardly surprising that the VAIO laptops were the inspiration behind the Design Fusion/Visions & Trends presentation at Philippine Fashion Week (PFW) Holiday 2011. The show featured the collections of seasoned young designers like Happy Andrada, Don Protasio, Veejay Floresca, Aries Lagat, Bo Parcon, Enrico Carado, Kenneth CHua, Jan Garcia, Jaki Penalosa, Oz Go, and Regine Dulay.

The Sony VAIO C and VAIO S served as the perfect accessories for the designers’ respective collections of wearable yet chic clothes that will surely delight the young fashionista. Before and after the show, guests were encouraged to try the new VAIO models themselves and see how their form and features complement their work and lifestyle needs. Besides these two models, Sony also put the new VAIO E laptops on display, which comes in bright colors and unique patterns that capture the vibrancy of every person’s unique personality. There was also the VAIO Y Series laptops – sleek, ergonomic devices that can easily be stowed in a purse or bag. Finally, Sony is proud to introduce the new VAIO F series, the very first 3D VAIO laptop that has a 16″ full HD display for comfortable viewing. Visit a Sony retailer near you to check out these gorgeous gadgets for yourself.

Could bite-sized tablets be the biggest thing to hit the market? Personally I don’t see the point of owning a tablet that’s too small to display anything well, but it seems to be a new trend. Take for instance the ViewSonic ViewPad 7x, which is less than a pound heavy and only 7-inches long, and among the first tiny Android Honeycomb tablets to hit the market (the others being the HTC Flyer and the Acer Iconia Tab A100). Despite its diminutive size, the ViewPad 7x packs a couple of good specs. It has the same 1 GHz nVidia Tegra 2 dual-core processor other regular tablet haves, a 1024 x 600 resolution 10-point multi-touch display, HDMI output, front and back cameras, and a HSPA+ modem. I’d still rather get a regular-sized tablet though, but anyone looking for a portable Android tablet might want to consider this one. Check out the video to see the ViewSonic ViewPad 7x in action.

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