Text Service Inquiry from Social Security System

Text Service Inquiry from Social Security System. If you have queries on the members’ contribution, loan eligibility, or loan balances, just send it via SMS.

The new Text-SSS facility is said to being implemented in partnership with EGG and Sybase Solutions Corporation. This is an alternative means though, so that members can obtain faster information about their SSS. The service is called Text-SSS; an information service system allowing members to inquire SSS related info via text messages or SMS. Using the mobile phone, members can register and get their PIN simply by texting the word 'SSS' and sending to 2910 or 2600.

So far, no other information released yet, like the formats of other SMS to send for every query.

It totally beats waiting in line on their office but still a development nonetheless despite the still crazy and slow processing of sss requirements though.

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Fujitsu LifeBook UH900 pops up

Fujitsu LifeBook UH900 pops up as Fujitsu’s very own version of a pocket computer. So if its not a netbook or smartbook, its a lifebook? It has a 5.6-inch touch screen and weighs only half a kilo. See below for Fujitsu LifeBook UH900 specs:

5.6-inch screen @ 1280×800 pixels
Intel Atom Processor Z530 1.6GHz
Intel GMA 500
2GB DDR2 RAM
62GB SSD
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 2.1 w/ A2DP
0.78 MP webcam
SD/SDHC Slot

The built-in battery is also good for u to 3 hours (same as the one with the Vaio P). Runs Windows 7 Home Premium. They say it also has an optional 3G/HSDPA modem.

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Asus shows 9″ DR-900 e-Reader

When kindle came I was interested but didn’t had the cash and didn’t know anybody who had one, but for ASUS DR-900, I was even more excited. It is almost similar to the size of of the Kindle DX, the Asus DR-900 eReader boasts of very long battery life — up to 10,000 page turns on a single charge.

The 9-inch screen has a resolution of 1024×768 pixels and support for PDF, ePub and HTML files. The device comes with WiFi connectivity with an optional 3G/HSDPA slot as well. There’s a 2GB and 4GB built-in storage with SD card slot for expansion as well as a USB port and 3.5mm jack.

I’ve been a fan w/ ASUS for a while now and this really makes me want to buy it even more, but then again I have to finish all these other books I have at home before switching to e-reading though.

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Smartbro Surf TV = Internet + TV?

It’s not Smartbro Smart TV, but Smartbro Surf TV. It’s a new product from Smart Communications which was just recently launched. This product allows subscribers to surf the web directly from the TV. So would that make it like Smartbro Surf TV = Internet + TV? or vice versa? Who knows, it would be best to get some feedback from users and of course if I can try it myself.

The kit is worth roughly Php4,500.00 and is available at Smart Wireless centers. Same as the usual Smart internet cost, every internet access using Smartbro Surf TV will cost you Php10.00 per 30 minutes. Before buying this device, you need to make sure that you have 3G or HSPA coverage in your location.

“Over the last few years we have been steadily advancing our Internet for All advocacy and investing our energies to make wireless Internet more affordable and widely available – whether via mobile phone, the PC, or laptop – anytime, anywhere, so that Filipinos may benefit from it. Offering Smart Bro SurfTV is a natural progression of that strategy, this is a service that will put the Internet right in the homes of Filipino families,” said Orlando B. Vea, Chief Wireless Advisor of SMART.

It's basically a device that connects to a television set through a quick and easy procedure, to provide Internet access using Smart Bro’s nationwide coverage. When plugged into the RCA port of a color TV set, Smart Bro SurfTV provides users a ready-to-run Internet experience, and users can surf, chat, and email –- through a multi-tasking TV — at home.

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Support Earth Hour 2010: Turn off Technology

Support Earth Hour 2010: Turn off Technology. Mark your calendar! Earth Hour will take place on March 27, 2010 (8:30PM to 9:30PM).

"Earth Hour is a global call to action to every individual, business, school and community to take a stand against climate change."

In 2007, 2.2 million residents of Sydney, Australia participated in Earth Hour event by turning off all unnecessary lights and appliances in their household for 60 minutes. That was the very beginning of this campaign which was pioneered by WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature). It aims to increase awareness towards the need to take action on climate change. And by 2008, following Sydney’s lead, many cities around the world adopted the event.

Everyone can show their support. Check the following guidelines. (From Earth Hour’s Webpage)
1. Turning off your lights at 8.30PM on March 27
2. Showing your support and adding yourself to our world map
3. Adding Earth Hour widgets, logos and banners to your blog or website to help us spread the word
4. Talking about Earth Hour in your social network by updating your Facebook status, grabbing a Twibbon, tweeting about your support, and more
5. Get together with your friends and family, by hosting an Earth Hour party or holding your own candlelit affair
6. Rally your local council or community group to run an Earth Hour event for your community
7. Encourage your employer and workmates to take part in Earth Hour and make energy savings every day
8. Make an Earth Hour Lantern as a symbol of hope for the future
9. Be creative! Find a new way to mark Earth Hour and let us know all about it!

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iblog6: The 6th Philippine Blogging Summit

This year, iblog6: The 6th Philippine Blogging Summit will be targeted to bloggers and businesses interested in blog marketing. The first day will actually discuss blog marketing in the business aspect – on how companies can tap blogs to promote their products. The second day will be the usual iBlog summit which is really more for newbie bloggers.

Click register for the event. And it's free! For those who want to sponsor the event, click here to read their sponsorship package.

Here is the Program for the 2 day event:

Day 1 (April 16, 2010)

9:00 – 9:20 Opening Ceremonies (National Anthem, Welcome)
9:20 – 9:40 Blogging for Business (Janette Toral)
9:50 – 10:10 Tapping Bloggers to Generate Buzz (Jayvee Fernandez)

10:20 to 10:35 BREAK

10:35 – 11:05 Advertising in Blogs (Abe Olandres and Carlos Palma)
11:20 – 11:40 SPONSOR talk

12:00 – 1:15 LUNCH / NETWORKING

1:15 – 1:35 SEO & Blogging to Promote Your Business (Francis Gary Viray)
1:50 – 2:10 Measuring Blog Buzz (Carlo Ople)
2:25 – 2:45 Legal Concerns in Blogging for Business (JJ Disini)

3:00 – 3:20 BREAK

3:20 – 3:40 Blogger and Advertiser: What is the Win-Win Relationship? (Diana Paterno)
3:50 – 4:10 Online Attraction Marketing (Manuel Viloria)

4:20 RAFFLE and GROUP PICTURE

Day 2 (April 17, 2010)

8:45 Opening Ceremonies (National Anthem & Welcome)
9:00 – 9:20 Blogging 101 (Hannah Villasis)
9:30 – 10:00 Video Blogging 101 (Vince Golangco)
10:15 – 10:35 Photo Blogging 101 (Juned Sonido)

10:50 – 11:05 BREAK

11:05 – 11:40 Political, Online Commentary, Social Media, & Election Blogging 2010 (Marck Ronald Rimorin and Noemi Dado)

12:00 – 1:15 LUNCH & NETWORKING

1:15 – 1:35 (SPONSOR TALK)
1:50 – 2:10 Launching Successful Blog Contests (Jinoe Gavan)
2:25 – 2:45 Blog Policies (UP-ISP)

3:00 – 3:15 BREAK

3:15 – 3:35 Impact of Blogging to the Community (Joseph Gonzales)
3:50 – 4:10 SEO: A Must for Making Money Online (Marhgil Macuha)

4:30 RAFFLE, iBlog Video Contest Winner Announcement, & GROUP PHOTO

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Here comes the Windows 7 series phone

Say Goodbye to your Windows Mobile and say Hello to Windows 7 Phone Series! Microsoft has revealed their newest mobile operating system – the Windows Phone 7 Series. Windows Phone 7 Series is not only a rebranding and a redesign of Windows Mobile but a completely new and fresh mobile operating system. This new mobile operating system looks like it was built from scratch because there are no traces of the old Windows Mobile – everything is supposed to be brand new.

See below a short video featuring the user interface of the Windows Phone 7 Series.



Based from what I have gathered and seen, it doesn’t look like anything close to windows mobile. I have tried out the older version of windows mobile and one of the latest from HTC phones but this is just totally different, I don’t feel a sense of “copying” from Android or from iphone MAC OS, I am looking forward to this.

Visit the official Windows Phone 7 Series website..

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