Aside from posts and photos, comments are what makes a blog healthy. We highly appreciate those who takes time to write a comment aside from reading our articles. Those who share their own opinions, take time to help out and reply to other people, and those who wants to share their own experiences related to our posts.

Well we have a few Razer products here that we wanted to give away for the longest time so I just decided to award it to who I think are our top commenters. These are not just those who comment just for the sake of commenting but these people place comments that makes sense, or invokes or tried to invoke other people to join in.

As the guy who does the comment moderating here in Pinoy Tech Blog, these are the top three fans who stood out and we’ll be sending them a Razer product each.

JmBalicano – Razer Death Adder Gaming Mouse

Thank you sir for taking time to comment on our posts. I appreciate that most are well thought-of comments that makes a lot of sense. From the looks of it, it’s either you subscribe to our feeds or just check our page most of the time because I often see you comment before I even post the article on FB or Twitter.

Primon Bugayong – Razer Scarab Gaming Pad

This guy may not often comment here in the site but he does over at our Facebook page. I remember times before when he would always have something to say about each posts in our FB page and I appreciate the gesture. He’s gone silent for now (maybe due to the holidays) but still, thank you for taking time to voice your opinion.

Griswold – Razer Ironclad Gaming Pad

I could easily mistake this guy as a spammer because he would comment in bursts but the comments makes sense and he’s not promoting anything. I noticed a pattern that he would not comment on weekends so that made me think he’s taking time to comment in back posts while at work or something. Thanks sir!

Please expect an e-mail or FB message from me asking you where I can have your gifts delivered.

Of course, we would like to thank each and every fans of ours who contributed in their own little way, either from commenting, sharing a post or telling their friends about Pinoy Tech Blog. If only I have more cool stuff to give, I’d do a raffle giveaway of some sort. Still trying to scrounge for things.

Thank you Razer for sending these in!

Looking for something that your kids can do this summer? Why not have them do something educational? Keep them up to date with technology by honing their Mac skills with Power Mac Center’s Summer Kids Mac Training Program.

At the Power Mac Center (PMC) Summer Kids Mac Training Program, kids will learn the fundamentals of game development using GameSalad, film-making using iMovie, 3-dimensional modeling, 3D graphics and animation using SketchUp and Adobe Flash CS5, music creation using GarageBand, website making using iWeb, DVD creation using iDVD and photo editing using Photoshop.

Now on its third year, the training program is a fun techie summer treat from Power Mac Center, a chain of reliable retail shops and service providers of Apple products and premium accessories in the country. Kids aged 7-12 are invited to participate and enhance their skills in Mac’s arsenal of digital tools while being mentored by Power Mac Center trainers.

According to Power Mac Center Marketing Manager Joey Alvarez, “The Summer Kids Workshop is an excellent venue for kids to express their creativity and bring their imagination to life using different fun Mac programs and applications.”

“After all,” he added, “Apple products like kid-friendly Macs inspire creativity from all ages.”

Course fee is at Php500 per topic. The workshops will be held at the following Power Mac Center stores:

• TriNoma from April 4 to 15, 2011
• SM North EDSA Annex from May 2 to 13, 2011

Each session lasts for an hour and a half and participants have an option between the morning and afternoon classes.

Interested participants can email summerkidz@powermaccenter.com to inquire and register into the program. For more information about the workshop as well as updates on new promos and events, visit the Power Mac Center site at www.powermaccenter.com.

Hi guys. Kindly follow us in our new Twitter account http://twitter.com/officialPTB.

We kinda made a major booboo with our old Twitter account. If you’re interested in the story… our chief creator and originator, Mr. Yugatech himself, seem to forgot the password and the e-mail used for our twitter.com/pinoytechblog. He’s not even sure if he was the one who created the account in the first place. Hahaha.

Right now, the old Twitter account just pulls the latest post from PTB like a robot. No life, no fun, no Twitter contests, no important announcements… it was boring as hell. It can’t go on like this forever so I took it upon myself to create a new Twitter account.

Just like our Facebook page, the official account of PinoyTechBlog is officialPTB. Got that? With the new account, updates would be more personal and we can provide another avenue for announcements for those who don’t have or don’t use Facebook that much.

So if you want to join in the fun, add or update your link with our new Twitter account mm’kay?

And just like a loyal robot, our old Twitter account will post this as well.

This just in!

I am so excited to share to you,  PTB readers that our very own editor, Calvin Lo was ANC’s Future Perfect guest tonight which aired at 7:45pm.

PTB was invited by ABS-CBN to guest on ANC’s Future Perfect show hosted by Tony Velasquez to talk about affordable Android phones in the market. Calvin Lo, our EIC brought with him the Samsung Galaxy 5, Cherry Mobile Nova, and Sony Ericsson’s Xperia X8.

They discussed about the features of what makes these Android phones budget-friendly and its individual selling points.

Watch the replay of Future Perfect at 10:30PM tonight and at 11AM tomorrow on ANC. ANC is is on Channel 27 on your SkyCable TV.

Expect the reviews of these phones in the coming weeks so that you can prepare your budgets for the Holidays! We already reviewed the Galaxy 5 and specs comparison of the three phones you might want to check out first.

PC manufacturers really wants you to buy your dream machine by Christmas. Before, it was Lenovo and their PC Fest.

Today, Sony, in partnership with Citibank is giving you a chance to own a VAIO laptop that you can start paying next year.

This coming October 1-3, Citi Cardholders can buy a VAIO and pay for it 3 months later. Ready to pounce on your 13th month pay or those dollar Christmas gifts you will be getting from relatives abroad.

If you’re interested, then head to Cyberzone at SM City North Edsa, Annex building this weekend and look for your perfect VAIO. Don’t forget your Citibank credit card. It’s really tempting so make sure you have enough money remaining by year’s end to pay for it mm’kay?

Check out some of our VAIO reviews:

• Sony VAIO S Review
• Sony VAIO E Review
• Sony VAIO P
• Sony VAIO Y Review
• Sony Vaio X Review

Lenovo Philippines recently announced a major sponsorship agreement with the Women’s National Collegiate Athletic Association (WNCAA) as the league’s Technology Partner this season.

The WNCAA, now on its 41^st year opened last August 7, 2010 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium with participants from 19 top universities competing on popular sports such as swimming, volleyball, basketball, table tennis, taekwondo, badminton, futsal and cheerleading. Dodgeball also made its debut as a demonstration sport on this season’s WNCAA.

As the official Technology Partner of the WNCAA, Lenovo will provide desktops and notebook PCs for the league’s use throughout the season. Lenovo Electronic Bulletin Boards will also be placed on WNCAA-member schools to provide updates on the game schedules, results and team standings. Lenovo will also be showcasing new products and special promotions during the entire WNCAA season.

Michael Ngan, Country Manager, Home & Small-Medium Business, Lenovo Philippines said: “As the Technology Partner of the WNCAA, we are excited to contribute to a strong platform that promotes positive values associated with sports such as teamwork, commitment and passion, and having fun at the same time. These are all values that Lenovo believes in and we are happy to have a platform that can connect Lenovo with the youth community to share more about Lenovo and our PCs.”

From left: Ed Dames, National Dodgeball League of the Philippines (NDLP) Founding Director, Michael Ngan, Lenovo Philippine’ Country Manager for Home & Small-Medium Business, Ma. Vivian Manila, Women’s National Collegiate Athletic Association (WNCAA) President and Karen Capellan, Lenovo Philippine’ Marketing Specialist for Home & Small Business

To all who’s been eagerly anticipating the announcement of winners of the recently concluded Sony VAIO M contest, here they are.

The three lucky winners of the Sony Vaio M netbook worth Php29,999 each are:

• Erwin Lester Aguirre from Marikina
• Jenette So from Dagupan
• Sheena Ana Seran from Caloocan

Congratulations! Expect to be contacted by Sony on how to claim your new toy.

Cognizant, a leading provider of consulting, technology and business process outsourcing services, yesterday, announced the expansion of its recently opened global delivery center in Manila.

(L-R) Sreejit Chandran, Country Manager for Philippines, R Chandrasekaran, President and Managing Director, Global Delivery, Randolph Urgino, General Manager

Within months of opening its Manila delivery center in October 2009, Cognizant has steadily grown their presence and investment in the Philippines and have moved into a larger facility to meet the needs of its global clients. Cognizant Manila, which has around 200 specialists, has now taken up additional workspaces that can accommodate about 600 professionals/specialists.

Currently, the Manila center provides high-end operational and contact center business process services with plans of moving up to provide other services including IT Infrastructure services.

Standard to all its delivery centers worldwide, the Manila center leverages Cognizant 2.0, a proprietary Web 2.0 based platform that enables knowledge sharing and collaboration across global teams to benefit every customer engagement.

“Cognizant is one of the world’s fastest growing consulting, technology, and BPO/KPO companies and their investment in the Philippines defines newer benchmarks and increases the country’s BPO/KPO industry competitiveness. Moreover, It provides additional opportunities for experienced professionals as well as fresh graduates in the country to serve global customers.” ~ Oscar Sañez, President and CEO, BPO Association of the Philippines.

About Cognizant:

Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH)

Cognizant (www.cognizant.com) is one of the fastest growing Consulting, IT and Business and Knowledge Process Outsourcing companies globally with over $ 3.3 billion in revenues for 2009. End of March 2010, the Company had over 85,500 professionals globally. In the last four quarters alone, notwithstanding the challenging global economic scenario, Cognizant added over 21,800 professionals to its global headcount.

With 54 delivery centers across India, China, Philippines, Hungary, Argentina, Mexico, Canada, the US and the UK, Cognizant combines a unique onsite/offshore delivery model infused by a distinct culture ofcustomer satisfaction. A member of the NASDAQ-100 Index and S&P 500 Index, Cognizant is a Forbes Global 2000 company and a member of the Fortune 1000 and is ranked among the top information technology companies in BusinessWeek’s Hot Growth and Top 50 Performers listings.

R Chandrasekaran, President and Managing Director, Global Delivery, Cognizant

Chandrasekaran (Chandra) has over 25 years of experience in the global IT industry, having worked in the US, Europe and India. His experience spans key functions such as corporate strategy, customer relationship management, business development, and operations management. As an Executive Officer at Cognizant, he drives delivery management, capacity growth, and process initiatives, proactively nurturing key alliances and leveraging business partnerships.

For more details, visit them online at http://www.cognizant.com/

Photos of the event can be found here.

Saw this on Smart Communications’ Facebook Page.

Smart TGIFreeday is back!

Enjoy Free mobile internet (once again) this Friday, August 6, 2010.

Check out Smart Commmunications fan page on Facebook for more details

TGIFreeday FAQs

Update:

MMDA is already granted by Twitter to use its official @MMDA account.

Likewise, their Facebook page is also up.

I think the new installed government is really serious in reaching out to its people, few weeks ago The Supreme Court launch their Facebook and Twitter accounts.

Just this week, MMDA or the Metro Manila Development Authority initially launch its twitter account, but according to its new spokesperson Yves Gonzalez it will officially launch the service by Monday, August 2, 2010.

Meantime, they use @tweetMMDA and they will update its tweets from 6AM til 10PM on weekdays only.

You can start following MMDA now meantime that they wait for its official twitter account @MMDA.

I’m sure they will have to open Facebook page also, lets watch out for that too.