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  Just about a few blogs back I've mentioned that my postpaid plan retention is already due. My primary option is still to continue with iPhone since I am more comfortable with the "User Experience" that iPhones give which I cannot really find in Android phones.  And now this was just about it. Last week, I was already hands-on with the new iPhone XR which I got from my provider. But why shifting to renew on a 3 year old phone model and not on the latest one? Simply put it this way: I cannot cash out a sum for the newer models or even the iPhone 13. I am not a person who would break a bank just to avail of such extravagances. And besides, I got what I need: a very big 128 GB of internal storage which is my primary consideration of considering this phone. But of course, I still have an installment plan on top of my monthly bill to cover for the cost of the unit. iPhones are known for it's high price point and re-sellability value. So even for the still OK models, you c

When the pandemic started and the lockdowns were supposed to start, I haven’t had the idea of how long it will take for the lockdown and up to when the WFH arrangements will last. Somehow I thought that the privilege of working at home sounds cool since you’re just earning your keep whilst doing it at the comfort of your own home. Sounds cool right? No more long early morning rush hours to go to office. No early morning wake ups just to rush and head out to the office. This is truly ideal.  However, the 1st year of pandemic really hit hard on the economy. Many businesses closed down because the business(es) were affected badly by the lockdowns. I for one lost my job mid of the year because projects had to push back and down-size. It was really stressful since the thought of how you’re going to survive with a lot of businesses and companies affected? Thankfully, my line of work is still very marketable. The 1st day of my employ was after the new year of 2021 and it’s still into the WFH

Every I don't exactly know and am not sure when, apple releases a new variation of the iPhone which you don't specifically know the difference between the last variant honestly. Now they already have the iPhone 13 variant and its quite hefty for the highest end costing a whopping P100K +  Don't get me wrong. I own an Iphone because eversince I am an iphone user and functionality-wise, between an android, I just find the Iphone much easier to use and navigate. Android seems to be lacking in terms of organization which apple definitely has in their iphones. But, would I updgrade to a much expensive flagship release which has tons of features which I am not exactly familiar with? basically, the features that I love in an iphone is just Imessage, Facetime, cameras (back and selfie). But do I need a phone with cinematic features and tons of zoom? Not really. Maybe for vloggers it might come in handy but not for me. I still have my trusty Iphone 6S+ and still updgraded with the I

 welcome to the Philippines... ...the country that did not close its borders when the Covid-19 was first reported. the country where face shields were considered to be a must have to protect from Covid-19, in addition to face masks. ...the country that procures vaccines that are China made even if the major pharmaceutical manufacturers are offering more effective and less costly vaccines. ...the country that seems to have a confusing (or rather confused) quarantine classifications. one moment, we are in Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) and just about to happen, the more laxed General Community Quarantine (GCQ). despite still having surges in Covid 19 and hospitals in full capacity already given the dreaded Delta variant as well. the government seems to be playing with the classification like a Yo-Yo without looking into the counts, stats and projections.  many citizens have already died from Covid since the beginning of this pandemic and it seems the gov'ts efforts to contain is

If you're quite very busy the previous week due to numerous work and tight deadlines, who wouldn't appreciate having weekend breaks? Part of having to Work-from-Home (WFH) set-up is an unmistakable need to extend work hours. It's inevitable. Don't get me wrong, I truly, genuinely, really appreciate the current Work from Home set-up especially during this time of pandemic. You're quite the multi-tasker: you can sideline a little house chore or errand whilst doing the job you are being paid to do.  Now, going back to weekends: do the times to help you relax or unwind. It helps to relieve the stress or at least bring back to your sanity during the hustle and bustle of the previous week. It helps you check your mental health. Sometimes, you feel drained out and tired from the the work you do and the tasks that you need to deliver. Eat your favorite food, do some exercises, read your favorite book. Or maybe Blog (just like me). Something that you can do and separate your

I am not quite sure if this 'tradition' is just common in the Philippines or anywhere else, but when September 1 steps-in, this is when the Christmas feels starts to step in. Well at least here in the Philippines as I am quite aware of it. Some may begin decorating for Christmas this early on. But not for me.😃 You already begin to hear Christmas carols playing in the background in some establishments already which is like having a feeling of longing for Christmas. As my contribution to this tradition, I just usually begin to play Christmas carols but not really on blast. Not to be over-exaggerating. The term is 'sakto lang'. I usually begin to put Christmas decors during Halloween period so that when November steps in, the decors are already in full-blast and somewhat in place already for a longer time. " Deck the halls with boughs of holly Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la 'Tis the season to be jolly Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la..." This has been the second Chr

The covid situation can be controlled but it would take time. It's not like its gonna be eradicated in a couple of years time. Sad fact. As with other pandemics in history before, it's likely going to stay around for quite some time as per the World Health Organization (WHO). At the rate that countries are rolling-out vaccines and new variants come and mutate, it's highly unlikely we're here to conquer it at least by the end of the year. Similar to pandemics in the early 1900s like the measles, or tuberculosis which took many lives during that time. The world is just bound to perfect the antidote for covid that would make it likes measles or chickenpox nowadays....easily treatable but no more deadly. Let's hope and pray that this will be bound to happen very soon. ~end~

My current profession was not where I envisioned myself to be in if you're going to ask me maybe 10 years ago. I entered the IT sector because 20 yrs ago, Technology was booming and even in demand than say the production sector. This was where the money is during that time. But if you're gonna ask me what would've I been if I could turn back time?  I would've been a.... ...doctor for the reason that I thought that this is the profession of the rich people. However, my parents cannot afford to send me to med school.  ...architect because I am fond of conceptualizing. pretty much seems cool. However, during that time, this wasn't really in any of my liking. ...industrial designer because you'll be able to design things and envision modernity. However, I didn't see the value of this during that time period. ...businessman. bottomline, we don't have any family business going and I was not born with a silver spoon in my mouth to inherit a business. But I am o

Loving this quote from Paulo Coelho. I just want to provide my own insights on this. Every thing takes time. If you want to get rich, it takes time to build wealth...It doesn't happen overnight. If you want to be successful, it takes lots of determination, struggles and hard-work... It doesn't happen overnight. If you want profits from your business, you have to invest. You wouldn't realize your profits immediately. It takes time...It doesn't happen overnight. No seeds ever grow immediately. It takes nurturing and lots of care. It takes time for it to become a tree and start bearing fruits. ~end~

During this new normal brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic situation, and work and school are being done remotely, it is inevitable for the need to procure or secure a laptop. Well, a good stable internet connection is likewise a necessity. But let's focus on what's necessity nowadays: a good working laptop. Why a laptop, and not a desktop? Well, primarily for portability and limited space where to setup a desktop. I am a desktop user before. But trust me that it's hard to clean especially when it's pretty-much dusted-up. But different strokes for different folks, I guess. Some may still prefer a desktop. I just pretty much prefer a laptop. In securing a laptop, here is the primary consideration: Budget . Life's hard nowadays and we might be procuring with a limited available budget only.  I have below the budget categorizations (from Low-High) Hint: I am not a techie person. I am just basing on my experience and some knowledge regarding these: Basic netbooks (w

December 2019. Who could've thought that a flu that emerged from Wuhan, China could cause global catastrophe? The virus spreads throughout the world. Economies collapsed, death toll rises, unemployment became a huge problem. Businesses closed. Nobody saw this coming that from a place in China, a flu virus much potent and deadly sprung and cause global deaths. Initially-thought to have come from eating bats, but it's a lab child virus. Numerous lockdowns, health facilities on the brink of collapse due to surges and resurges. New variants mutate. Vaccines on the roll-out.  And now it's August 2021. Vaccines were rolled-out but it's still not quite able to reach herd immunities in some countries. We still live is masked world. We have been bereft of fresh outdoor air to breathe for 1.5 years already. How many birthdays and special occasions we've missed because of prohibited gatherings. Places of worship are likewise closed. Online jobs and remote arrangements have bee