realme C11 launches in PH, is perfect for online classes

As the education landscape evolves and adapts to the current health situation, parents and students alike are looking for tools capable of supporting virtual and distance learning with the new school year expected to open on August 24. realme Philippines, the lifestyle partner of the youth, addresses this need with a new tech study buddy that can help young Filipino learners in adopting distance learning, the #EntryLevelUp realme C11.

Priced at PhP 4,990, the realme C11 has outstanding features that take the experience of the value segment notches higher. This newest realme offering packs advanced features such as an octa-core gaming processor, a large-capacity battery, large IPS screen, and dual cameras with NightScape mode.

“Filipino students deserve an affordable yet powerful smartphone that can help them ace virtual classes. This is why we are introducing an #EntryLevelUpsmartphone that packs the essential features young learners will need. The realme C11 sets a new standard for the entry-level segment for parents and students looking for a capable, accessible, and stylish learning device. We’re excited to bring this new tech kaklaseto the market,” shares realme VP for Marketing Austine Huang.

An A+ #EntryLevelUp Smartphone for Filipino Learners

Modern technology has reshaped learning, allowing the education system to adapt to new situations. With the internet and related technologies making physical presence no longer an issue, learning has further expanded from the four corners of a classroom, and individuals can get information through various resources, devices, and tools, anywhere and anytime.

Smartphones are one of today’s widely used tools for learning. According to experts, for a smartphone to be a reliable tool for virtual education, it must have at least a 2.2GHz octa-core processor with 2GB memory, six inches screen, 32GB storage, front and rear cameras, an Android 8.1 operating system, and WiFi and Bluetooth support.

The realme C11 exceeds these requirements yet remains affordable. This new realme phone takes pride in being the first smartphone globally to pack a MediaTek Helio G35 gaming processor, which is the most powerful in its price segment. The Helio G35 is an octa-core 12nm processor that clocks up to 2.3GHz, making it handy for both schoolwork and break-time activities like mobile gaming. With this powerful processor, the realme C11 ensures smooth performance even for mid-to heavy power-consuming apps. It also runs on realme UI, based on Android 10.

realme C11 will last hours of virtual classes and online tasks to help students with research, writing, and homework. It is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery and a special OTG reverse charge feature for better power usage. After classes, the realme C11 is also a perfect partner for relaxing and taking breaks, offering up to seven days of music, 21 hours of movies, and 12 hours of gaming for even longer entertainment time.

For school projects or fun time with classmates and friends, the #EntryLevelUp smartphone features 13MP + 2MP AI dual-cameras with high-resolution images and videos. The 5MP front camera integrates AI beauty algorithm for share-ready selfies and groufies. The realme C11 is the only device in its price segment to have a Super Nightscape Mode for brighter and clearer photos. Its rear camera square design is also a level up versus other realme smartphones.

realme C11 users will enjoy an immersive experience with its 6.5-inch 20:9 IPS LCD screen, ideal for class streaming and reading online notes. The entry-level display size, quality resolution, and mini drop design are perfect not just for virtual conferences and school work but also for leisure activities such as movie marathons and multiplayer online battles. Its unique geometric art design also fits the personality of its vibrant young market.

Pricing and Availability

The realme C11 is priced at PhP 4,990 and will be initially launched exclusively on Shopee. It sports a young and minimalist aesthetic and is available in two colorways: Mint Green and Pepper Gray. It comes with 2GB RAM + 32GB storage.

Fans can get up to eight percent off using Shopee’s voucher code GADGETZONE8. The voucher is valid from July 23 to August 8. The realme C11 will be available nationwide starting July 24, 2020 at realme stores, kiosks,  partner dealers nationwide, and Home Credit.

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Silver lining: 4 positive effects of coronavirus

03/17/2020

The worldwide outbreak of coronavirus or COVID-19 has caused unnecessary panic for some and sorrow for those who lost a friend or a loved one.

It’s something that’s not to be taken lightly and a really negative way to start off the year. Although undoubtedly destructive, the current pandemic can be looked at with a silver lining or a positive aspect though it may have come from a negative occurrence.

If you’re looking to balance the downpour of bad news you’ve been reading the past days, then here are four effects of coronavirus that we can consider as positives.

It cut down emissions

Because of the implementation of lockdowns and quarantines in different countries, industries and factories have begun shutting down.

According to a study by specialist outlet Carbon Brief, carbon dioxide or CO2 emissions in China have dropped by around 25 percent. Adding to that are airlines cutting flights worldwide and oil demand declining, so it’s expected that emissions will eventually be pushed down further.

This means there is now less pollution released into the air that harms the environment — bringing us to our next point.

It improved air quality significantly

One major unexpected benefit of the outbreak is the improvement of air quality in places that suffer from heavy impurities just a few months ago.

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In addition to the report by Carbon Brief, NASA has also released an image showing the decrease in nitrogen dioxide or NO2 over China due to factories shutting down operations.

Marshall Burke, a researcher at Stanford University, writes in a blog post that this economic disruption resulted in better air quality and has more or less saved twenty times more lives in China than coronavirus has killed.

In areas that are on lockdown, different forms of transportation have been halted and cities are now being able to enjoy a breath of cleaner air. In fact, not only air quality has improved. The canals in Venice have even been reported to be a lot cleaner now due to the absence of tourists in Italy.

It pushed people for a healthier lifestyle

We know that having a healthy body helps fight off the virus. This is why some people now are mindful of their habits or lifestyle than ever before. They exercise, eat immunity-boosting food, and stay away from groups to lessen the chance of getting sick, among others.

For other areas that still haven’t implemented a lockdown, the majority of commuters have ditched trains and buses to go for plain old bicycles instead.

New York Times reports that people have opted to wipe away the dust on their bikes or rent from the city’s bike-share program and started riding them to work to avoid squeezing with other people in public transportations. They also believe it helps their mental health amid the pandemic.

Because of this worldwide issue, we also were awakened with the importance of a basic task like regularly washing of hands.

It unified people

By having a common enemy, humanity has formed an alliance with each other to strengthen and overcome the ongoing sickness. We’re not just talking about frontline workers (who are definitely worth our respect and admiration especially in times like these) but even entities from different industries.

You have the gaming community lending computing power to aid the research against coronavirus, social media giants fighting misinformation or fake news, a family-owned company supplying masks and filters to hospitals, and even a local civilian with a license in chemistry concocting her own ethyl alcohol just to give away for free.

We also saw other people who, despite being confined in their own homes, didn’t let it stop them from helping others. One fitness instructor even led a workout session from a rooftop for his neighbors.

Indeed, small acts of kindness like these lift each other’s morale and show the good side of humans.

Conclusion

Again, these are trying times for people all over the world and we can see the gravity of the situation just as soon as we go online. But, we can also choose to look at the positive side of things while remaining vigilant rather than continuously bombarding ourselves with negative news and negative thoughts.

Maybe thinking of your own silver lining amid this catastrophe will also help balance all the negativity. For some, the coronavirus pushed them to go for a healthier lifestyle and just bike to work, while others got to enjoy more family time while under lockdown.

How about you? What is your silver lining from all these?

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