Team Out of Town Blog Hub (Outoftownblog.com) – Realme, an Android smartphone based out of China, has been one of the top emerging brands in the space. They offer a range of tech products including smartphones, laptops, tablets, TVs, power banks, and earbuds. What sets them apart from other brands is their budget-friendly price tag for quality tech.
realme Buds Air 3 Review
One of their most recent launches includes the realme Buds Air 3, which was released on February 28th, 2022.
What to Expect?
They come in two color variations, which are starry blue and galaxy white. The case has a very sleek and simple design with a matte finish.
The Buds Air 3 has industry-leading 42dB Active Noise Cancellation. This feature allows users to listen to their music or podcast peacefully while walking in the city, on a long plane ride, or even at the office. These earbuds have dual microphones, one feedforward, and one feedback. They have an airy design and make use of Smart De-wind technology for better noise cancellation
realme Buds Air3
You can also enjoy 30 hours of total playback, which is realme’s longest playback time yet. The 30 hours playback is for the Buds Air 3 and charging case in normal mode. With noise cancellation and transparency mode on, the Buds Air 3 and charging case will last for 22 hours total. On the other hand, with noise cancellation and transparency mode on, the Buds Air 3 only will last for a total of 5.5 hours.
Its 10mm LCP Dynamic Bass Boost driver allows users to experience clear vocals and powerful bass. The 10mm large sound unit and premium LCP diaphragm with high elasticity is specifically designed to provide more precise audio. Aside from this, you can create a customized audio profile tailored to your ears’ sensitivity.
Another great feature of the Buds Air 3 is that they are classified by IPX5 water and sweat resistance. This means that they can resist a sustained, low-pressure water jet spray.
realme Buds Air 3 reviews
Here is what you can expect inside the box:
Earbuds x2 (left x1 and right x1)
Type-C charging cable x1
Charging case x1
User guide and warranty card x1
Info card x1
Silicone earbud tips: 3 pairs (large, medium, and small), with the medium tips, are installed by default.
Let’s talk about some of the advantages and disadvantages.
Pros
The realme Air Buds 3 has long battery life.
It has decent ANC (active noise cancellation) technology.
They are one of the affordable options available when it comes to earbuds.
Compared to the Air Buds 3, they are more lightweight.
The case has a matte finish and does not smudge easily.
It’s quite comfortable to hold the case in your hands since it is an oval, flattened shape.
Cons
There are limited color and design options available.
The charging case is slippery and can get scratched easily.
The buds have an all-plastic design.
All in all, the Buds Air 3 is a great budget find for casual audiophiles.
realme Buds Air 3 unboxing
The realme Air Buds 3 are a Lazada exclusive item here in the Philippines and can be ordered from realme’s official Shopee Mall store online.
They are on sale for PHP 3,990.00 on Shopee. You can also keep an eye out for one of Lazada’s monthly sales to snag them for an even better price.
Team Out of Town Blog Hub (Outoftownblog.com) – Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has pulled off an ambitious crossover moment as it brought together top gaming celebrities for a star-studded video for GIGA Arena, the first all-in-one esports platform for Filipino mobile gamers.
The one-minute video features Alodia Gosiengfiao, Dexie Diaz, Christine Samson, and Nix Gaming, who are among the most prominent Filipino streamers today.
Smart assembles top gamers Alodia, Christine, Dexie, and Nix for star-studded GIGA Arena video
Alodia rose to international fame for her elaborate cosplays and streaming and is now the co-founder of Tier One Entertainment, which aims to revolutionize the esports landscape in the country.
Like Alodia, Christine Samson is both a cosplayer and streamer, and dabbles into commercial modelling and a TV hosting.
On the other hand, both Dexie Diaz and Nix are among the country’s top Mobile Legends streamers today with 6.6 million and 4 million Facebook followers, respectively.
In the video, these top gamers were transported to the various dimensions of the GIGA Arena and its featured tournaments for Call of Duty Mobile, PUBG, League of Legends: Wild Rift and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang to immerse in their favorite games and train for greatness together
Like Alodia, Dexie, Christine, and Nix Gaming, Filipino gamers and esports enthusiasts looking to test their skills and train for greatness can step inside the Smart Giga Arena.
No matter what the game is, whether it’s Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, League of Legends: Wild Rift, PUBG Mobile, or Call of Duty Mobile, gamers can find top personalities slugging it out in the trenches with you as they train for greatness in the daily, weekly, and monthly tournaments.
The best part is interested players don’t even have to be the best or high-ranking to get a chance to play — the Smart GIGA Arena trains them to be the best and lets them hone their skills with others who may be more experienced with no discrimination.
The more they play, the better they get, and they can even get chances at winning real cash prizes!
Participate in any tournaments at Smart GIGA Arena
To join Smart GIGA Arena, subscribers can simply go to gigaarena.smart and create an account using their Smart or TNT mobile number. To join ongoing tournaments, users need to use Giga Arena tickets, which they can earn and accumulate every time they register to GIGA Games data packs on the GigaLife App or by dialing *123#
Aside from enabling users to compete in live tournaments with real cash prizes, the all-in-one platform also comes with innovative features that allow mobile gamers to stream live competitions, play arcade games, purchase e-load, and conveniently link their e-wallet to secure their tournament winnings via GigaPay with PayMaya, among others.
Philippines Fastest 5G Mobile Network
Smart subscribers enjoy leveled-up gaming experiences powered by Smart, the Philippines’ fastest 5G mobile network according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband intelligence.
Ookla declared Smart as the country’s fastest 5G mobile network and the winner of its Speedtest Awards for Q3-Q4 2021 with a Speed Score of 201.95. Its closest competitor posted a Speed Score of 116.08.
Enter the Smart GIGA Arena, your training ground to greatness at gigaarena.smart.
Luxury Travel to Baguio via Solid North P2P Luxury Bus
Summer is definitely more fun in the Philippines, specifically in Baguio– the renowned Summer Capital in the Philippines. A few decades ago, traveling to the North wasn’t as convenient as it is at present. Thankfully, we now have expressways that take us to Baguio in a shorter travel time compared to before. To add, trips are more comfortable than ever, thanks to luxury buses like Solid North P2P Luxury Bus which give us an option to elevate our travel getaway with comfortability.
Travel to Baguio Hassle-Free with Solid North P2P Luxury Bus
Solid North P2P Luxury Bus Features
One of the luxury buses available to travel to Baguio is the Solid North P2P (Point to Point) Luxury Bus, the premier bus type of Pangasinan Solid North Transit. Compared to the regular and standard buses which seats 45 people, this luxury bus has fewer seating capacity at only 28 pax. Each seat is a Lazy Boy full seat recliner that allows you to adjust your sitting position to your liking. Its spacious legroom is worth noting especially because it makes passengers more comfortable, preventing leg numbness. Also, each luxury bus has its own overhead cabins where you can safely stow your belongings.
Travel First-Class to Baguio with Solid North P2P Luxury Bus
When it comes to entertainment, Solid North’s Luxury Bus provides an individual bus pad that you can use to watch movies, listen to music, or even play games. Thanks to these and the free WiFi, you can enjoy your trip by watching the movie you like without hassle. If you wish to use your own gadgets, you may do so as they also provide USB charging ports for every passenger. No need to bring power banks at all!
Another important feature to note in this luxury bus is the onboard toilet. Gone are the days when you’d have to hold your pee and wait for the next stopover because now, you can do it anytime. Also, the luxury buses are cleaned and disinfected regularly to ensure the safety of the passengers.
If you’re planning to book a P2P Luxury Solid North Transit Bus, they have a terminal at the Paranaque Integrated Terminal Exchange or PITX in Paranaque City.
Bus Schedules
Take note of the arrival and departure times of each Solid North Luxury Bus in PITX. See below for the schedule of trips from PITX to Baguio and vice versa.
From PITX to Baguio
AM
PM
12:01 AM
12:00 PM
1:00 AM
1:00 PM
2:00 AM
2:00 PM
2:30 AM
2:30 PM
3:00 AM
3:00 PM
4:00 AM
4:00 PM
4:30 AM
4:30 PM
5:00 AM
5:00 PM
6:00 AM
6:00 PM
7:00 AM
7:00 PM
8:00 AM
8:00 PM
8:30 AM
9:00 PM
9:00 AM
10:00 PM
10:00 AM
11:00 PM
11:00 AM
From Baguio to PITX
AM
PM
12:01 AM
1:00 PM
1:00 AM
1:30 PM
2:00 AM
2:30 PM
2:30 AM
3:00 PM
3:00 AM
4:00 PM
4:00 AM
4:30 PM
4:30 AM
6:00 PM
5:00 AM
7:00 PM
6:00 AM
8:00 PM
7:00 AM
10:00 PM
8:00 AM
11:00 PM
8:30 AM
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
Bus Fare and How to Book
A one-way trip via Solid North P2P Luxury Bus is at P850* per person. To book tickets online, follow the steps provided below:
Step 1: Log on to biyaheroes.com
Step 2: Sign up for an account.
Step 3: Fill out the required details:
Origin
Destination
Departure Date
Return Date
Passenger Count
Seat Number
Step 4: Click on the Search button, and select the preferred time.
Step 5: Print your booking details.
Step 6: Upon arrival at the terminal, present the voucher to the officer for validation.
Step 7: Upon validation, present the stamped voucher before boarding the bus.
Step 8: Once onboard, have your voucher checked by the bus attendant and get the official bus ticket in exchange.
Things to Remember:
Arrive at the terminal at least an hour before the scheduled departure.
There will be no refunds made for no-show passengers.
Rebooking is allowed and without fee within 24 hours of reservation. After 24 hours, a 10% rebooking fee applies.
*Price may change without prior notice
Other Solid North Bus Terminals
Planning to travel to other North Luzon destinations? Aside from Baguio, Solid North also has trips to and from Cubao, Bolinao, Dagupan, Lingayen, Manaoag, and San Carlos. See trip schedule below, subject to change without prior notice:
Cubao to Bolinao
Bolinao to Cubao
12:01 AM
2:00 AM
4:00 AM
4:00 AM
9:00 AM
6:00 AM
12:00 PM
9:00 AM
5:00 PM
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
1:00 PM
Cubao to Dagupan
Dagupan to Cubao
5:00 AM
6:00 AM
6:30 AM
8:00 AM
7:00 AM
11:00 AM
8:30 AM
1:00 PM
9:00 AM
3:00 PM
10:30 AM
5:00 PM
11:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
2:00 PM
3:30 PM
4:00 PM
5:30 PM
6:00 PM
8:00 PM
Cubao to Lingayen
Lingayen to Cubao
6:30 AM
3:00 AM
8:30 AM
5:00 AM
10:30 AM
8:00 AM
1:30 PM
10:00 AM
3:30 PM
1:00 PM
5:30 PM
Cubao to Manaoag
Manaoag to Cubao
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
12:00 NN
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
3:00 PM
3:00 PM
4:00 PM
Cubao to San Carlos
San Carlos to Cubao
6:00 AM
6:00 AM
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
3:00 PM
3:00 PM
5:00 PM
5:00 PM
7:00 PM
Cubao, Manila, to Tarlac Bus Departures
Camiling
8:00 AM, 4:00 PM
Capas
8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM
Conception
8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM
Gerona
10:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Moncada
10:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Paniqui
10:00 AM, 5:00 PM
San Manuel
10:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Tarlac City
8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM
Cubao, Manila, to Pampanga Bus Departures
Dau, Mabalacat, Pampanga
8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM
Cubao, Manila, to Pangasinan Bus Departures
Bayambang
8:00 AM, 4:00 PM
Calasiao
10:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Carmen
10:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Malasiqui
8:00 AM, 4:00 PM
Sta. Barbara
10:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Urdaneta
10:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Villasis
10:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Other Bus Terminals
If you’re coming from other parts of Metro Manila, you can also take Solid North buses in these terminals aside from PITX. See the list of other Solid North bus terminals below:
Solid North Cubao Terminal
EDSA Ave., Cubao, Quezon City
Contact number: 09175225463
Solid North Dagupan Terminal
MacArthur Highway, Nalsian, Calasiao, Pangasinan
Solid North San Carlos Terminal
Rizal Ave., San Carlos City
Solid North Manaoag Terminal
Poblacion, Manaoag, Pangasinan
Bus Rates*
Cubao to Bolinao vice versa: P500 via Standard Aircon bus
Baguio City to PITX vice versa: P525 via Standard Aircon bus
Lingayen to Cubao vice versa: P407 via Standard Aircon bus
Cubao to Dagupan vice versa: P381 via Standard Aircon bus
Cubao to San Carlos vice versa: P350 via Standard Aircon bus
Make sure to follow their website and Facebook page for real-time schedule updates or new routes! You may also contact them via Facebook for any inquiries or concerns.
About PITX
Paranaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) located in Kennedy Rd, Tambo, Paranaque City, is an integrated and multimodal transport hub that caters to different routes within Metro Manila, as well as provinces in North and South Luzon. Apart from standard to luxury buses, PITX also houses modern and traditional PUJs for short-distance trips. It also has restaurants, snack hubs, souvenir shops, and restrooms for every commuter’s convenience. Tip: Like and follow their Facebook page to get real-time updates on their bus schedules and fares!
Up your travel adventure with the convenience, you deserve via the Solid North P2P Luxury Bus! Have you tried luxury buses before? How was your experience? Let us know in the comments below!
for Q3-Q4 2021 with a Speed Score of 201.95. Its closest competitor posted a Speed Score of 116.08.
