Smart Network Evolution; To 4G and Beyond

Smart Network Evolution; To 4G and Beyond

Before, mobile phones are mainly used for calling and texting. But with the inevitable rise of mobile data networks, these smart devices have also become indispensable tools for Internet connection. For a decade now, LTE (Long Term Evolution) or 4G is the fastest commercial mobile data available and Smart Communications has made the seamless shift to it since 2011.

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Kata Philippines To Launch Kata C2; 5.5-inch HD Quad Core, 13MP Camera for Php3,999

Kata Philippines To Launch Kata C2; 5.5-inch HD Quad Core, 13MP Camera for Php3,999

Kata Digital Philippines is set to launch several new devices in time for the holiday season, there are 3 models to be exact, one of them is the Kata C2.

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Haier TVs Are Now Digital Broadcast Ready; Enjoy DTV Without A Digi-Box

Haier TVs Are Now Digital Broadcast Ready; Enjoy DTV Without A Digi-Box

Television sets are now making the switch from analog to digital. This is why digital boxes are now being used in certain Filipino households. Aside from having more channels to choose from, the digital quality is much better than analog despite the distance of the station’s transmitters. But for families that are after local channels only, these digi-boxes can be expensive.

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Globe Telecom Partners with Niantic, Inc. for More Awesome Pokemon GO Experience

Globe Telecom Partners with Niantic, Inc. for More Awesome Pokemon GO Experience

Globe Telecom has made great things possible for Pokemon Go players as they have officially announced a partnership with The Pokemon Company and Niantic Inc. In this new agreement, all Globe retail locations and charging stations will become PokeStops and Gyms in Pokemon GO. Globe will also be collaborating with Ayala Malls, SM Supermalls, Robinsons Malls, and Puregold to bring more markers for more Pokemon.

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Meizu to Open Store in the Philippines; MX 6 and PRO 6 in Tow!

Meizu to Open Store in the Philippines; MX 6 and PRO 6 in Tow!

People who have been following the local tech scene know that Meizu has gone MIA after its distributor, the Novo7 Tech, has shut its doors and call it quits. But Meizu fans have now a reason to rejoice as there are reports that Chinese brand is officially coming back to the Philippines, at least that is what their new Facebook page says.

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Globe and NBA Streamlined NBA App User Experience

Globe and NBA Streamlined NBA App User Experience

As another season starts, Globe Telecom has made it easier for their subscribers to enjoy NBA games and programs. It all starts with a simple registration process without PIN codes. Once the registration is completed, a link to the NBA app will be sent to verify their mobile number.

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Firefly Mobile Aurii Secret 4G; Octa Core 3GB RAM LTE for Php5,999

Firefly Mobile Aurii Secret 4G; Octa Core 3GB RAM LTE for Php5,999

Firefly Mobile stepped into the spotlight early last year when it joined the Android smartphone competition in the local scene with their Intense 64 LTE. From that point on, it continues to gain traction with their interesting releases. And now, a new device is out in the market to sustain its brand popularity - the Aurii Secret 4G.

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OPPO Unveils Alden Richards As New Endorser, The Face of F1s Limited

OPPO Unveils Alden Richards As New Endorser, The Face of F1s Limited

OPPO, the number 2 mobile brand in the Philippines, has finally unveiled its newest endorser, the "Kapuso" star Alden Richards, making him the latest celebrity Selfie Expert and the new face of the OPPO F1s Limited edition.

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Smart GIGA Surf 50 Now Comes with Free iWant TV Access

Smart GIGA Surf 50 Now Comes with Free iWant TV Access

A few weeks ago, PLDT Home and Smart Communications have partnered with ABS-CBN for its iWant TV app, and the realization of that partnership starts with Smart's GIGA Surf! Read on after the break to know more.

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Smart Opens Second Flagship Store at SM North EDSA Annex

Smart Opens Second Flagship Store at SM North EDSA Annex

As part of re-inventing and re-shaping the meaning of customer service, Smart Communications opened its second flagship store in the Philippines.

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Brother Announces Scratch and Win Roadshow Promo

Brother Announces Scratch and Win Roadshow Promo

Brother Philippines has launched its Scratch and Win Roadshow Promo wherein customers can get a free Belkin bag for every purchase of either an MFC-J3520 or MFC-J3720 A3 Color Inkjet Multi-Function Center printer. Likewise, a safety torch will be given to those who will buy the MFC-J2720 A3 Color Inkjet Multi-Function Center. Finally, a wireless router is given for every purchase of the MFC-L2740DW Monochrome Laser or the MFC-L2700DW Monochrome Laser MFC with Duplex Printing printers.

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MyPhone Announces SuperD; Octa Core LTE 3GB RAM with Naked Eye 3D

MyPhone Announces Super D; Octa Core LTE 3GB RAM with Naked Eye 3D

Yesterday, during the MyPhone Transcendence event, the first Filipino mobile brand announces its partnership with SuperD, a company that specializes in 3D technology, and their first  smartphone is expected to reach the country this December.

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Lazada Launches Online Revolution 2016; More Than 1M Deals and Discounts Up To 95% Off

Lazada Launches Online Revolution 2016; More Than 1M Deals and Discounts Up To 95% Off

Lazada, the biggest online shopping destination in Southeast Asia, kicks off its Online Revolution 2016, the fifth since its inception back in 2012, with more than 1M deals and discounts of up to 95% off from more than 12,500 different brands and 6,000 merchants. The month-long shopping event starts this November 11 and ends on December 12.

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Patent Wars: Huawei vs Samsung

Patent Wars: Huawei vs Samsung (Image Source: AndroidAuthority)

Competition within the mobile industry is definitely intense. As such, smartphone brands have patents over their designs and whoever uses those patents without permission will face legal complaints. For one, the world’s No.1 and No.3 smartphone makers, Samsung Electronics Co Ltd with 22.3% market share and Huawei Technologies Co Ltd with a 8.9 % market share, went against each other in a patent showdown.

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Cherry Mobile Flare J7; Quad Core LTE with 4,900mAh Battery for Php4,999

Cherry Mobile Flare J7; Quad Core LTE with 4,900mAh Battery for Php4,999

Cherry Mobile continues to create devices under its Flare series that even some of its executives lost count on how many models are there already. But, one thing is certain, Flare series devices still sell well, and the several million units sold this 2016 is an evidence hard to dispute. And, it seems that the local mobile brand has no plan of abandoning the Flare moniker, as we are expecting to see more before the year ends, one of them is the Flare J7.

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Deliveree Launches Transportify in the Philippines; An Affordable and More Efficient Logistics Provider

Deliveree Launches Transportify in the Philippines; An Affordable and More Efficient Logistics Provider

If there’s Uber and Grab for passengers, there’s Transportify for logistics. Now in the Philippines, Transportify is operated by Deliveree which first operated in Indonesia and Thailand. In a nutshell, the app connects small and medium enterprise businessmen to their roster of driver-partners who can bring parcel to various destinations. This gives an affordable and more efficient logistics provider because customers only have to pay for the distance covered and additional services.

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Acer Announces Buy 1 Get More Promo; Get Up To 4 Freebies In Select Acer Devices

Acer Announces Buy 1 Get More Promo; Get Up To 4 Freebies In Select Acer Devices

Acer Philippines has an ongoing promotion dubbed as Buy 1 Get More, wherein you can get up to four freebies when you buy selected Acer smartphones and tablets.

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Cherry Mobile Flare J5; Quad Core with 4500mAh battery for Php3,699

Cherry Mobile Flare J5; Quad Core with 4500mAh battery for Php3,699

The words Max, Maxx and Power in Cherry Mobile devices usually mean a big or huge battery, but not all SKUs with such feature is obliged to use any of those suffix, just like the upcoming model from the J series, the Flare J5.

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Huawei Mate 9 Now Official; 20MP+12MP Main Cameras with 2nd Gen Leica Optics, Kirin 960 Processor

Huawei Mate 9 Now Official; 20MP+12MP Main Cameras with 2nd Gen Leica Optics, Kirin 960 Processor

Huawei has just announced its latest flagship device in a dedicated event held in Germany, and just like the rumors and leaks suggest, it sports Leica-branded shooters, the Huawei Mate 9.

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Cherry Mobile Defender; Octa Core Helio P10, 3GB RAM, IP68-Certified for Php9,999

Cherry Mobile Defender; Octa Core Helio P10, 3GB RAM, IP68-Certified for Php9,999

This year's Cherry Mobile It's The Season To Be Cherry brings lots of interesting devices, with the likes of CM Taiji and CM Iris, but the list is not yet done, as another enthralling offering is on the way, the Defender.

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Cherry Mobile Iris; Quad Core Android M with Iris Scanner for Php3,499

Cherry Mobile Iris; Quad Core Android M with Iris Scanner for Php3,499

Iris Scanner is a feature previously known only to high-end or flagship smartphones with the likes of Microsoft 950 XL and the already dead Samsung Galaxy Note 7. But soon, most probably before the year ends, Filipino consumers will have the chance to experience iris recognition first hand at a more affordable handset, the Cherry Mobile Iris.

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GCash 12 Weeks of Christmas; Win a Bose Soundlink Speaker or a Nissan Juke

GCash 12 Weeks of Christmas; Win a Bose Soundlink Speaker or a Nissan Juke

GCash has been a convenient way to pay bills and purchase items. Now, using it makes you feel like a winner, as this micropayment service by Globe Telecom gives you a chance to win a Bose Soundlink Speaker or a 2016 Nissan Juke in the grand draw.

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Cherry Mobile FB100; Quad Core Android M with Facebook Button for Php2,999

Cherry Mobile FB100; Quad Core Android M with Facebook Button for Php2,999

The Cherry Mobile upcoming devices for this season are full of surprises with lots of interesting products to choose from, the FB100 is a good example, a smartphone especially made for Facebook users.

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Cherry Mobile Flare Lite DTV; Quad Core with Digital TV for Php1,699

Cherry Mobile Flare Lite DTV; Quad Core with Digital TV for Php1,699

Along with the Flare Lite 3, another variant under the same series is also included in this year It's The Season To Be Cherry, the Cherry Mobile Flare Lite DTV.

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Power Mac Center Launches Catalyst in the Philippines; Waterproof, Adventure-proof’ Cases for Apple Devices

Power Mac Center Launches Catalyst in the Philippines; Waterproof, Adventure-proof’ Cases for Apple Devices

Catalyst cases are now available in the Philippines via Power Mac Center stores. Launched recently at the Power Mac Center Power Plant Mall, these protective cases are made of impact-resistant polycarbonate, silicone seals, soft-touch rubber bumper and airtight acoustic membranes. You can also have a quick glance at the iOS device inside due to its transparent design.

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Cherry Mobile Flare Lite 3; 4.5-inch Quad Core Android M for Php1,699

Cherry Mobile Flare Lite 3; 4.5-inch Quad Core Android M for Php1,699

Cherry Mobile is one of the few brands that made smartphone ownership accessible to almost all walks of life, from people who have disposable income to those who have limited budget to spend, a good example is the Flare Lite 3 that caters the latter.

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SafeSat Launches Findr; A Social Media App Proudly Pinoy-Made

SafeSat Launches Findr; A Social Media App Proudly Pinoy-Made

Satellite GPS Tracking and Asset Management System Corporation has launched its first ever consumer application, a social app to be exact, dubbed as Findr.

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Cherry Mobile Flare J2 DTV; Quad Core with Digital TV for Php2,499

Cherry Mobile Flare J2 DTV; Quad Core with Digital TV for Php2,499

Along with the J1s and the J2s, another device in the J series is expected to be revealed before the year ends as part of the It's The Season To Be Cherry campaign, the Cherry Mobile Flare J2 DTV.

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Epson Launches C8 Series 6-axis Industrial Robots

Epson Launches C8 Series 6-axis Industrial Robots

Robots are the wave of the future, especially in the manufacturing industry. That being said, Epson has launched the C8 series robots that come with vision system options and advanced force sensors that allow them to perform delicate tasks such as assembling small components and repetitive sensory tasks such as polishing or deburring.

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Cebuanos To Enjoy Future-Ready and World Class Connectivity from Smart

Cebuanos To Enjoy Future-Ready and World Class Connectivity from Smart

As part of Smart Communications’ three-year network improvement program for high-speed internet, 3G and LTE mobile data services in Metro Cebu will be improved by four and two times respectively. The company believes that this will provide a better service to their subscribers, especially that Metro Cebu is the foremost hub for education, business, and tourism in the Visayas region.

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Cherry Mobile Flare J2s; Quad Core Android M 8MP Camera for Php2,999

Cherry Mobile Flare J2s; Quad Core Android M 8MP Camera for Php2,999

Along with its brother J1s, Cherry Mobile will also be soon launching its successor (although it seems a bit awkward to call it as such, since both will be released at almost the same time frame), the J2s.

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Cherry Mobile Flare J1s; Quad Core Android Marshmallow for Php2,499

Cherry Mobile Flare J1s; Quad Core Android Marshmallow for Php2,499

The last wave of Cherry Mobile devices for this year, and this holiday season for that matter, are composed of items from the whole mobile spectrum, from flagship/high-end to low-end/entry-level, just like the Cherry Mobile Flare J1s.

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Cherry Mobile Flare S5 Max; 6-inch Display Quad Core with 4100mAh Battery for Php3,699

Cherry Mobile Flare S5 Max; 6-inch Display Quad Core with 4100mAh Battery for Php3,699

For this year's It's The Season To Be Cherry campaign, the local mobile brand prepared lots of interesting devices, one of them is the Cherry Mobile Flare S5 Max.

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Cherry Mobile Flare A1; Quad Core LTE Android Marshmallow for Php2,999

Cherry Mobile Flare A1; Quad Core LTE Android Marshmallow for Php2,999

Along with the Cherry Mobile Taiji that has a dual screen feature, there are tons of upcoming CM devices as part of their It's The Season To Be Cherry campaign, one of which is the Flare A1.

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Cherry Mobile Taiji Spotted; Sports 5.2-inch Front Display + 4.7-inch E-Ink Back Display

Cherry Mobile Taiji Spotted; Sports 5.2-inch Front Display + 4.7-inch E-Ink Back Display

It seems that Cherry Mobile is not yet done with its surprises for this season, aside from the Flare Premium series that was unveiled a few weeks ago, the mobile brand has still more devices up on its sleeve, one of which is the Cherry Mobile Taiji.

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Smart Achieves 1.4Gbps Data Speeds Using LTE-A

Smart Achieves 1.4Gbps Data Speeds Using LTE-A

Through the assistance of Huawei, Smart Communications has achieved an LTE-Advanced test data speed of 1.4 Gigabit per second (Gbps) via Carrier Aggregation of the combining of more than two frequencies to deliver a bigger bandwidth. This development will boost the peak speed in the LTE-A base station at Boracay which is currently at 250 Mbps. Some LTE-A capable handsets are the Huawei P9 Plus, the Samsung Galaxy S7 and the iPhones 6s.

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Epson Continues to Grow in Southeast Asia; Posted Positive Growth Over The Past Five Years

Epson Continues to Grow in Southeast Asia; Posted Positive Growth Over The Past Five Years

Epson is enjoying tremendous growth in Southeast Asia with a 9% improvement for the 2015 Fiscal Year. However, the best is yet to come as they continue to focus on four key growth areas: Robotics, Business Printing, Wearable Technology and Visual Communications.

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Globe iPhone 7 Yours Starting at P2,599; iPhone 7 Plus at P2,899

Globe iPhone 7 Yours Starting at P2,599; iPhone 7 Plus at P2,899

The Apple iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus are officially coming in the Philippines this November, and it is no-brainer that telecommunications companies will offer them, Smart already announced its "interest" page, now its Globe turn.

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Smart Offers iPhone 7 Free At Plan 2499; iPhone 7 Plus at Plan 2999

Smart Offers iPhone 7 Free At Plan 2499; iPhone 7 Plus at Plan 2999

Yesterday, Smart Communications announced on their Facebook page that the latest Apple iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus will soon be available to them as well as open a microsite for those interested in owning one.

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Xiaomi Mi Note 2 Announced; Dual Curved Display, Snapdragon 821, 128GB ROM, 6GB RAM, Starts at Php20K

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 Announced; Dual Curved Display, Snapdragon 821, 128GB ROM, 6GB RAM, Starts at Php20K

A few days ago, Xiaomi has announced a good looking smartphone that resembles a lot of that exploding device from a Korean brand, the Xiaomi Mi Note 2.

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MyPhone My91 DTV; Sports 13MP Rotating Camera and Digital TV for Php3,199

MyPhone My91 DTV; Sports 13MP Rotating Camera and Digital TV for Php3,199

Last in the My9x DTV series of MyPhone that was unveiled last night is the My91 DTV, like all its siblings that we already covered, it also sports Full Seg Digital TV.

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MyPhone My92 DTV; Digital TV with 4000mAh Battery for Php3,699

MyPhone My92 DTV; Digital TV with 4000mAh Battery for Php3,699

If I am not mistaken, there are 17 devices that were showcased during the MyPhone Transcendence event last night, we already covered My96 DTV, My95 DTV and My93 DTV. Now we are here for the MyPhone My92 DTV.

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MyPhone My93 DTV; Quad Core Android M with Digital TV for Php3,999

MyPhone My93 DTV; Quad Core Android M with Digital TV for Php3,999

Together with the My96 DTV and My95 DTV, another upcoming MyPhone smartphone this last quarter of 2016 is the MyPhone My93 DTV.

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MyPhone My95 DTV Unveiled; Boasts DTV and LTE for Php4,299

MyPhone My95 DTV Unveiled; Boasts DTV and LTE for Php4,299

Along with the MyPhone My96 DTV, the "multimedia company" also unveiled another device during the #MyPhoneTranscendence event, the MyPhone My95 DTV.

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MyPhone My96 DTV Revealed; 64-bit Quad Core Android M with Digital TV & LTE for Php4,999

MyPhone My96 DTV Revealed; 64-bit Quad Core Android M with Digital TV & LTE for Php4,999

Earlier tonight, Solid Group of Companies announced that MyPhone will no longer be just a mobile brand, it will now be a "multimedia company" that will enhance the lives of Filipinos through creating apps and contents. Along with this announcement, MyPhone also unveiled its upcoming devices for the last quarter of 2016, there are tons of them, and let's start with the top one - the MyPhone My96 DTV.

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O+ Stream HDTV Unveiled; Quad Core with Digital TV for Php3,995

O+ Stream HDTV Unveiled; Quad Core with Digital TV for Php3,995

O+ USA is the newest brand to join the bandwagon of incorporating a Digital TV on their mobile device, and they call it the O+ Stream HDTV.

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Fitbit Adventures; Experience Iconic Landmarks and Destinations in Every Step

Fitbit Adventures; Experience Iconic Landmarks and Destinations in Every Step

Fitbit has just upgraded their mobile app with interactive Adventures which contain non-competitive activities that motivates users to move more to attain their fitness goals. As users keep on moving, they can also enjoy a virtual tour of iconic locations such as Yosemite National Park’s Valley Loop, Vemal Falls, and Pohono Trail or activities such as the TCS New York City Marathon as they increase their daily activity.

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IPC Cites Hybrid Cloud Vital To Business Success

IPC Cites Hybrid Cloud Vital To Business Success

IP Converge Data Services, Incorporated firmly believes that medium to large enterprises with IT systems can succeed if they invest in Hybrid Cloud setups, public cloud infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) and hardware-driven systems as key business strategies.

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Toyota Vios 2017 Up For Grabs at the Lamudi Housing Fair; Happening on November 18 to 20 in SM Megamall

Toyota Vios 2017 Up For Grabs at the Lamudi Housing Fair; Happening on November 18 to 20 in SM Megamall

Would you like to win a brand-new Toyota Vios 2017? All you have to do is to visit the Lamudi Housing Fair at the SM Megamall Megatrade Hall 3 on November 18-20, 2016 and sign for a cash contract with Solid Pattern Home Builders for Php4.32 million. Established in 2011, Solid Pattern Home Builders have created modern-looking homes at value-for-money rates.

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Epson Introduces Moverio Smart Glasses at Singapore Grand Prix

Epson Introduces Moverio Smart Glasses at Singapore Grand Prix

Being an official partner of the Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One Team, Epson was able to introduce the Moverio smart glass technology last month at the team’s garage before the Singapore Grand Prix night race. The unveiling provided a behind-the-scenes experience on how race cars are prepared, assembled and analyzed for performance.

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