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HONOR X9c priced in the Philippines

HONOR’s latest tough midrange phone, the HONOR X9c, has been officially launched in the Philippines. The HONOR X9c has HONOR Ultra-Bounce Anti-Drop Technology 2.0 which, as the name suggests, means that it can survive accidental drops. HONOR claims it has a drop resistance of up to 2 meters. It is also IP65M dust and water-resistant and can survive extreme temperatures. As for the rest of the specs, the HONOR X9c is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor, with flagship-grade 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. It also boasts a beefy 6,600mAh battery with 66W charging support. There’s a large 6.78-inch AMOLED screen on the front, with a high 120Hz refresh rate, and the fingerprint scanner underneath. A punch-hole on top of the display holds the 16-megapixel selfie camera. On the back, we have the 108-megapixel main camera that managed to receive optical image stabilization, joined by a 5-megapixel ultra-wide lens. The HONOR X9c with the sole 12GB/256GB confi...

will.i.am unveils new LG xboom speakers and earbuds

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LG Electronics (LG), in collaboration with will.i.am of the Black-Eyed Peas, introduced a new audio product line named “xboom by will.i.am” at CES 2025 in Seoul, following the earlier partnership announcement in December.

The South Korean electronics company also tapped the singer as the “Experiential Architect” of the LG xboom brand to establish the xboom as a culture-forward brand. will.i.am professionally tuned the product line, characterized by a more balanced audio profile with warmer tones.

Bluetooth Speakers

The family of Bluetooth speakers is fortified with seamless AI capabilities to adjust AI sound for a better listening experience automatically. The product line includes:

  • xboom Bounce: Features up-bouncing passive radiators, dual dome tweeters, and a track-type woofer for high-quality portable sound and visible bounce and light in beat to the music. It has a water and dust resistance IP67 rating, Military Standard 810G durability, up to 30 hours of battery life, and a versatile strap for different carrying options.
  • xboom Grab: Has a more compact and travel-friendly design with dual passive radiators on both sides of the speaker to produce dynamic bass and lively sound. It’s built for portability (can be “grabbed” with one hand) with an IP67 resistance rating and offers 20 hours of battery life.
  • xboom Stage 301: Designed for larger spaces or events, transforming any stage into a lively stage. The model is fitted with a 6.5-inch woofer and dual 2.5-inch midrange drivers. It includes a built-in handle for portability with a wedge design. It has an IPX4 water resistance rating and a replaceable battery that lasts up to 11 hours.
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Wireless earbuds

  • xboom Buds: These earbuds use graphene drivers for balanced sound and are equipped with LG’s Active Noise Canceling technology. It also offers comfort and stability with an ergonomic design and LE Audio Auracast for multi-device connectivity. They provide up to 30 hours of playtime with the charging case and have an IPX4 water resistance.

All products feature AI enhancements, such as AI Sound for automatic sound adjustment, AI Lighting for visual effects, and AI Calibration for environmental sound optimization. They also integrate with will.i.am’s RAiDiO.FYI platform for personalized infotainment via an AI Radio Host. 

“The xboom by will.i.am line marks the beginning of a dynamic, collaborative journey for the xboom brand and will.i.am, and we are more than thrilled to showcase the first fruits of our partnership at this year’s CES,” said Lee Jeong-seok, head of the LG Media Entertainment Solution Company’s audio business division.

This article, will.i.am unveils new LG xboom speakers and earbuds, was originally published at NoypiGeeks | Philippines Technology News, Reviews and How to's.


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