Maximize Your Device: Watch TV on it via ViewStream [App Feature: ViewStream]

I've always wanted those China-made phones because they have built-in television on them. Problem is, TV reception is not good in a lot of areas and the battery life on those phones are ridiculously small (and the antenna looks weird too). Now, there's an app for Android called "ViewStream". It might not enable you to watch a lot of channels but you can watch TV5, Aksyon TV, and for sports enthusiasts, this one is for you -- LIVE sporting events right in your phone!

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Manila Hotel - Christmas Edition

Stayed overnight in Manila Hotel a couple of weeks back. It was far from the old Manila hotel. It's been some time now ever since they renovated that place but this is the first time I was able to stay there because I didn't think they can improve much based on the old looks. Well, it looks like they did improve a lot.

Here's the view from our room. We can see part of Fort Santiago and some greens. Above is a less-smoggy city since it's a Sunday afternoon. I'm pretty sure the skies would be different. Brownishly different.

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JUMP Experience Center - Mobile, Internet and Business Needs in 1 Hub

I was invited to attend the launch of JUMP the other day. The first JUMP center is located in the Cyberzone of SM Megamall.

So.. What is JUMP?
It's what they call an "experience" center. A lot of gadgets and technology now needs to be tried and seen first hand to fully experience and appreciate it. It's designed to cater to your tech cravings like the internet and mobile phone needs, as well as home and business solutions. It's just some of what Smart, PLDT, TV5 and Signal HD can offer.

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