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I.T. Great Value Sale
August 16, 2008 · Comments
IT Great Value Sale
Cool items. Great price. Up to 40% off!
Aug 27-28, Wed-Thu, 9am-9pm
Aug 29, Fri, 9am-12midnight
Raffles Corporate Center (Ground Level)
Emerald Ave, Ortigas Ctr, Pasig City
Brands include Apacer, Apple, Canon, Dell, Emerson, HP, Iomega, Kingston, Samsung
Brought to you by IronFort, Inc. – The first authorized distributor of the Dell Vostro Series
Filed under Announcements, Computers, Desktops, Events, Peripherals · Tags: dell, event, sale“Yahoo! Philippines” Need You
July 17, 2008 · Comments
If you are qualified for the following positions, they really need you :)
- Partner Account Manager
- Yahoo! Messenger – Product Support Specialist
Here’s a list of qualifications that they are looking for the “Partner Account Manager” position:
- 3 or more years total individual sales experience; advertising sales experience preferred.
- Proven history of successfully attaining or exceeding aggressive goals.
- Ability to work towards common goals in a multi-country sales environment; experience in MNCs preferred.
- Professional demeanor.
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- A bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
- Outstanding computer skills including solid knowledge of spreadsheets (Excel), PowerPoint, word processing (MS Word) and CRM systems.
- Basic statistical analysis.
- Able to handle multiple priorities and manage time effectively.
- Ability to work well within a team environment as well as individually.
- Able to reach out and build relationships with other teams across the organization.
- Extremely proactive. Problem identifier and solver.
- Passion for marketing and the Internet.
- Experience in off-line advertising/media, online advertising/media, channel marketing, strategic marketing and/or consulting is strongly preferred.
- Results driven, ambitious individual.
- Willingness to go above and beyond the job description and evolve over time.
- Intuitive/creative thinker. Comfortable operating in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment quickly and easily.
And here’s what they need for the “Yahoo! Messenger – Product Support Specialist” position:
- Strong command of Javascript, CSS, HTML, Flash ActionScript, W3C DOM methods and properties.
- Well versed in code optimization and software design principles, and have a passion and demonstrated experience in UI design and development.
- Excellent collaborative interpersonal communication and team interaction skills.
- Proven expertise across a broad spectrum of Web 2.0 technologies: DHTML, Ajax/JavaScript, XML, JSON & web services API.
- Interest in latest trends and emerging technologies on the web.
- Familiarity with YUI.
Well, those are just the qualifications needed. Interested candidates might want to know more about the job descriptions and responsibilities for the above mentioned roles. It’s all specified here. If you’re open to such opportunities and if you think you have what it takes to take the challenge, why don’t you try and go for it. Good luck!
via YPA blog
Filed under InfoTech · Tags: job, yahooA month ahead schedule, WordPress 2.6 is now available!
July 16, 2008 · Comments
That’s right! Here’s what Matt announced at the Wordpress blog:
“I’m happy to announce that version 2.6 of WordPress.org is now available, almost a month ahead schedule. Version 2.6 “Tyner,” named for jazz pianist McCoy Tyner, contains a number of new features that make WordPress a more powerful CMS: you can now track changes to every post and page and easily post from wherever you are on the web, plus there are dozens of incremental improvements to the features introduced in version 2.5.” -Matt
Watch this brief video tour of WP 2.6:
Filed under Blogging, Software · Tags: 2.6, upgrade, version, wordpressWater Aqua Hydro Car! Pinoy, American, Japanese Car?
July 14, 2008 · Comments
Amidst the worldwide gas crisis, a very innovative invention is underway and creating a huge buzz. Basically, the concept is to use water (H2O) to power the engine of a car. A filipino inventor, Engr. Daniel Dingel, has already been driving a car powered by water. For unknown reasons, his device has not been marketed yet. Are the americans working on such technology too? And now a japanese company, Genepax, has just recently (on June 12, 2008) test drived a Water Energy System-equipped electric vehicle. Soon they’ll be collaborating with manufacturers to mass produce it.
The following videos (1, 2, 3) present Engr. Dingel’s quest for a water-powered car while video 4 presents the test drive of Genepax with their WES equipped vehicle.
Video 1
Filed under News, Transportation · Tags: aqua, car, daniel dingel, genepax, hydro, water
Tech & Elect: A Poll Automation Kapihan
July 12, 2008 · Comments
The Commission on Elections in cooperation with Bloggers’ Kapihan will be having a briefing on Poll Automation next weekend. A group of 20+ bloggers are anticipated to attend the event. Seat reservation can be requested thru email: mongpalatino[at]gmail[dot]com.
- What: Bloggers’ briefing on poll automation
- When: July 19, Saturday, 1:00pm – 3:30pm
- Where: COMELEC Automated Electoral System Information Office, ground floor, Palacio del Gobernador Bldg. Intramuros, Manila (near Manila Cathedral)
- Why: The briefing will also be an opportunity to hear the feedback of voters and bloggers about the poll automation program of Comelec.
via BK
Filed under Electronics, Events · Tags: automation, comelec, election, pollThe 8th ASEAN Science and Technology Week
July 4, 2008 · Comments
The Philippines through the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is hosting the 8th ASEAN Science and Technology Week (ASTW) celebration on July 1-11, 2008 in Manila. This event also coincides with the 50th anniversary of DOST and the country’s annual celebration of National Science and Technology Week (NSTW) with the theme “Making Science Work for You.”
It aims to promote science and technology (S&T) development in the region by creating greater awareness of S&T, developing an S&T culture, as well as providing a medium for participation and collaboration in regional S&T programs.
The series of activities for the 8th ASEAN Science and Technology Week has begun and today’s activity is a continuation of the S&T conferences that started yesterday. One of the topics to be tackled today is about Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and is outlined as follows:
- ICT for Education
- ICT for Health and Social Services
- ICT for Environment
- ICT for Governance
- ICT for Business and Commerce
Other topics to be discussed are listed here.
The conferences seek to disseminate information on S&T developments and offer opportunities for interaction and collaboration among various stakeholders of S&T such as scientists, technologists, researchers, academicians, government workers, industry practitioners and the general public.
The participants will be very busy these coming days. There are still a lot of activities in store for them such as the following:
- 2008 National Science and Technology Week , Philippines
- ASEAN S&T Awards – Awarding Ceremonies
- S&T Exhibition
- ASEAN Youth Science Summit
A detailed schedule of activities can be found at the 8th ASTW official website.
Filed under Announcements, Events · Tags: asean, dost, science, technologyEnviro-Tech Philippines 2008
July 2, 2008 · Comments
There’s an upcoming event being organized by Global-Link MP Events International, Inc. – The Enviro-Tech Philippines. It is said to be the leading meeting place and exhibition showcase which makes it an ideal venue to discover new opportunities and markets in the electronics and communications industry.
8th International Total Environmental Management Technology, Air, Energy, Water and Waste Water Control System, Equipment and Services Exhibition
Date: October 8-11, 2008
Venue: SMX Convention, Seashell Drive, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
Additional information can be found at the GlobalLink website.
*Image from Globallinkph.com
Filed under Electronics, Events · Tags: Electronics, Enviro-Tech, environment, eventiPhone 3G is coming on July 11 (but not yet in ‘pinas). Watch the guided tour.
July 1, 2008 · Comments
I guess you already know that the new iPhone 3G will be released soon. But have you watched the guided tour? I already did :) It’s a very comprehensive video showcasing almost everything you wanna know before buying it. I’m sure you’ll crave for one after the 30+ minutes tour :D It’s really a very enticing gadget. I hope to get one soon…
Watch the guided tour here.
*Photo from Apple.com
Filed under Handhelds, Mobile · Tags: Apple, iPhone, iPhone 3G, Mobile7th Philippine Robotics Olympiad (PRO)
June 28, 2008 · Comments
The 7th Philippine Robotics Olympiad (PRO) was launched last June 17, 2008 by FELTA Multi-Media Inc. & its implementing partner – Science Education Institute-Department of Science and Technology (SEI-DOST). Last year, the winners of the 6th PRO represented the country at the World Robot Olympiad 2007 held in Taipei, Taiwan and were able to win the Gold Medal during that time. And this year, the winners will again represent the Philippines and defend the championship at the World Robot Olympiad to be held in Yokohama, Japan on November 2008.
What is PRO?
The Philippine Robotics Olympiad is an annual science educational event that primarily aims to challenge the intellectual skills and critical thinking of elementary and high school students. It aims to support the Philippine’s aggressive campaign towards the promotion of science and technology interests among the youth, particularly, in Robotics as one of the new alternative media of effective learning. It also wants to offer new perspective and great opportunities in relation to the rising demands of Robotics in the local and international scene.
Source: 7th PRO
A detailed Schedule of activities and the Rules & regulations for the 7th PRO are listed at Felta.ph. More information can also be found at the olympiad’s official website.
First Philippine Manufactured e-Jeepneys to Ply Commercial Routes in Makati City
June 27, 2008 · 7 Comments
The first electronic electric jeepneys made by a local manufacturer (Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturers Association of the Philippines – MVPMAP) will soon be allowed to ply along the streets of Makati City particularly in Salcedo Village & Legazpi Village. The e-Jeepneys were initially presented to the public in July 2007 and after a year of pilot testing, they will be starting their regular operations on July 1, 2008.
The first locally manufactured electric jeepneys will make their debut in the country’s financial district next week, as the e-jeepneys begin their regular operations in Makati starting July 1.
_Route:
- Salcedo Village – from Dela Costa St. turn right to Makati Ave., right to Paseo De Roxas, right to Villar St., left to Leviste St, left to Rufino St., right to Ayala Ave. and right to Dela Costa St.
- Legazpi Village – from Salcedo St. turn right to VA Rufino St., left to Adelantado St., left to Gamboa St., left to Salcedo St., left to Benavidez St., left to Paseo De Roxas Ave., right to Legazpi St., left to Dela Rosa St., and left to Salcedo St.
Source: Makati.gov.ph
Photo source: GreenPeace
