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Then I have my new blogsite focused on travelling, short vacation, unwinding and just about "relaxation" or simply "Gimik", a pinoy term for "Leisure, Activities, Going into places, and even vacation".

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American Idol 10 - Top 5 Results

Jacob Lusk has been eliminated. The top four has been revealed! Stay tune in this site for more updates!

American Idol 10 – Top 5 Gala

Casey Abrams bid goodbye to the show last week. Who’s off to leaving the show this week? Any guess?

Today’s theme is “Now and Then”. The finalists will be singing two songs each, a modern song and one from the 60’s. Let’s see their performances.

James Durbin sang Closer To The Edge (by 30 Seconds to Mars). It seems like he’s ready to make a concert! He still can’t hit the low notes though. Steven said he kicked that song’s ass. Randy said “He’s on it to win it!” line.

Jacob Lusk sang No Air (by Jordin Sparks feat. Chris Brown)

Jacob sang Jordin’s and Chris’s parts but Randy didn’t see that coming. There were some notes that he didn’t hit and he still have this creepy way of looking at you as he sings! Hahaha! Randy didn’t like it, but J-Lo said it was great!

Lauren Alaina sang Flat On My Feet (by Carrie Underwood)

She still looks like a bit uncomfortable on stage. She sings great though! A powerful country song! Steven said, it’s as good as it gets; Randy thought she’s in the right direction.

Scotty McCreery sang Gone (by Montgomery Gentry)

A better performance from Scotty. The backup singers really gave the performance a variety and the energetic side of Scotty really shows! J-Lo was excited about it as Randy felt that he’s watching Scotty’s concert! Steven said he’s dancing with the devil tonight.

Haley Reinhart sang You And I (by Lady Gaga)

This is a song that Lady Gaga never released to date (she only sings this song in her concert). Jimmy Iovine asked her to sing this song. J-Lo thinks it wasn’t a good idea to sing this unreleased song. Steven said it was a beautiful song, and only Steven gave a positive comment.

The Songs From The 60’s

James Durbin sang Without You (by Harry Nilson)

This arrangement that he made was nice, but it doesn’t fit his voice. Steven said it was pitchy. Randy said it’s a true mark of a great performer at it was perfectly done emotionally.

Jacob Lusk sang Love Hurts (by Nazareth)

It seems that there was no consistency as he sings the song. Nevertheless, the judges think it was a beautiful performance.

Lauren Alaina sang Unchained Melody (by Righteous Brothers)

Lauren looks gorgeous on this song. It was beautifully done! Steven said that Lauren’s ripe already! Randy thinks she sings like a bird.

Scotty McCreery sang Always On My Mind (by Elvis Presley)

I love this performance! The best song he ever sang!

Haley Reinhart sang House of the Rising Sun (by The Animals)

Haley started the song as an acapella which is really good. Judges gave her a standing ovation on this.

MY BOTTOM THREE

I miss Simon!

Top performances for me would be Lauren and Haley. I hope Jacob gets out of the competition tomorrow, or maybe James. Please let’s save Haley!

Eggs Thrown to Beiber Onstage!

Watch this viral video spreading over the net. How does Justin Bieber feel while the audience throws some eggs as he performs?

Courtesy: YouTube.Com

Export Your Friendster Account Now!

Last week, Friendster announced that they’re going to delete all blog, photos, comments and even groups created or uploaded in their site. They also asked users to export the files before May 31.

When I heard about this news, I realized that I should go and log in to my Friendster account and get my files exported. Friendster has been Twitter’s trending topic because of this announcement.

I’m afraid that perhaps one day, this too will happen to the ever-famous Facebook and Twitter sites.

50% Off On Acer Smartphones!

Electroworld slashed their Acer with a smashing 50% discount with their current smartphones and you’ll get freebies too! You can get an-ultra high-tech Android phone for as low as PhP4,000! Amazing!

Here are the list of Smartphones that are on sale:

Acer beTouch E140

Android Froyo 2.2

Qualcomm MSM7227 600MHz, Adreno 200 GPU

2.8” resistive touchscreen display (240 x 320)

3.15 megapixel camera with no flash

HSDPA 7.2Mbps

WiFi, Bluetooth, FM Radio

Price: Php9,990 Php4,995 comes with Jabra BT2080

Acer beTouch E130

Android 1.6 Donut

416 MHz processor

2.6” touchscreen

QWERTY keyboard with optical trackpoint

3.15 megapixel camera with no flash

HSDPA 3.6Mbps

WiFi, Bluetooth, FM Radio

Price: Php7,990 Php3,995 comes with Jabra BT2080

Acer Liquid E Ferrari Special Edition

Android Froyo 2.2

768 MHz Scorpion processor

3.5” capacitive touchscreen display (480 x 800)

5 megapixel autofocus camera with no flash

512MB RAM, 512MB ROM

HSDPA 7.2Mbps

WiFi, Bluetooth

Ferrari pouch and BT headset

Price: Php29,900 Php14,950 comes with Ferrari Perfume Mini bounceback card

Acer Liquid E

Android Eclair 2.1

768 MHz Scorpion processor

3.5” capacitive touchscreen display (480 x 800)

5 megapixel autofocus camera with no flash

512MB RAM, 512MB ROM

HSDPA 7.2Mbps

WiFi, Bluetooth

Price: Php19,900 Php9,950 comes with Jabra BT2080

New 'Amaya' Video Teaser

Presenting the much-awaited Video Teaser of the reigning Drama Queen, Marian Rivera, as she portray her most promising role of 'Amaya'.

Courtesy: youtube.com

The Starbucks’ New Blended Beverages

Beginning this week, fanatics of Starbucks can now create their frappuccinos exactly the way they want it. Starbucks recently launched their "However-You-Want-It Frappuccino®" blended beverages which allows the customers to tailor fit their coffee drinks and have their choice of milk (can be fresh or a soy milk), they can also choose the intensity of their coffee and select any combination of syrups or toppings— this is the same way how you will customize your favorite Starbucks espresso cups.

The possibilities are really endless: you try the Extra Coffee Caramel Frappuccino® Blended Beverage, this is a drink that has intense coffee flavors, a milk, which is blended with ice and topped with whipped cream and there’s a swirl of yummy buttery caramel sauce, or maybe the Soy Green Tea Cream Frappuccino^® blended beverage, which is made with matcha powder and a soy milk, this is blended with ice and also topped with a whipped cream. The calorie counters may opt to go healthier with soy combinations so as to meet their healthy dietary needs.

Starbucks’ new "However-You-Want-It Frappuccino®" Blended Beverages are available at any Starbucks Philippines branches.

American Idol 10 - Top 6 Results

Casey Abrams eliminated. And the Top 5 finalists were revealed. Please stay tune for the details.

Markdown Madness @ The Enterprise

Missed the Markdown Madness in Tektite last March? Well, here’s another one coming this May! This time, it’s happening at The Enterprise Center, Makati on May 2-6, 2011.

Avail up to 70% discount on top shoe brands like Skechers, Zoo York, Ecko, and a lot more! There will be selected apparels and accessories as well. BPI Express Credit, BDO and HSBC cardholders will enjoy 0% interests on their purchases for three (3) months (only for P3000 and above purchases) and for six (6) months (for those who spent P6000 and above).

The Enterprise Center is located at the heart of Ayala Paseo de Roxas, Makati City.

American Idol 10 – Top 6 Gala

Stefano Langone went home last week, and so we’re down to the final 6.

Let’s see how it will go as the final 6 will be pairing off to do some duets from Carole King aside from their solo performances.

Jacob Lusk sang Oh No Not My Baby

For me, it sounds like a mess! Steven thinks though that it was beautifully done. J-Lo said that it was a tricky song and there were some imperfections. Randy said that the scatting was incredible but there were some errors.

Lauren Alaina sang Where You Lead (I Will Follow)

It was cool! But Lauren needs to work on her attitude on stage. She brought a fan from the audience which sat with her on the stage as she sang. Steven said that she shone tonight. Randy said she came out with like a swagger with vengeance.

Casey Abrams and Haley Reinhart sang I Feel The Earth Move

They do not have the harmony but they had that vibe going! I like this performance and I am loving Haley! Steven loves their performance.

Scotty McCreery sang You Got A Friend

Safe song for Scotty as it fits his voice. I enjoyed this version than the original one. Steven liked it. Randy said it was done flawlessly. J-Lo said that Scotty’s strength was storytelling.

James Durbin sang Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow

Looks like he’s trying to make a David Cook in here! He turned a slow, love song into a more rock version this time! J-Lo enjoyed it and calls it the best of the night. Randy said it was the best of the season and that he might win the whole thing. Steven said it was the first song he made out to! Hahaha!

Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery sang Up On The Roof

I did not see much connection with this pair. Anyway, Lauren was definitely the star in this duet and Scotty do not exists! J-Lo said, Lauren sang her brains out.

Casey Abrams sang Hi-De-Ho (That Old Sweet Roll)

This guy is so musically inclined! Steven said it was beautifully done. J-Lo said Casey was in his element. Randy said it sounds like the song was written for Casey.

Haley Reinhart sang Beautiful

I love her performance! J-Lo said it was beautiful and that she has the best voice to show! Randy thinks the beginning was not really good but Haley ended the song very well. Steven loves it too!

James Durbin and Jacob Lusk sang I’m Into Something Good

James got some Grease thing going on! It seems that James is more comfortable and confident on stage than Jacob. Steven said it looked like they were having fun, but surprisingly he also said that it was not that good at all!

MY BOTTOM THREE

It was a great night with some notable performances. The best performance for me was Haley’s.  Lauren was nice also and James might be safe again this week. For the duet, James and Jacob made a lasting impression, but vocally, I think it was Lauren and Scotty (technically).

My bottom three will be Jacob, Casey, and Haley. Haley may be booted out because of the small amount of fans that she have.

Angry Birds is Coming to Life

Watch out these birds as they come to life with their own distinctive sounds as you tap its forehead. These are licensed products which cost you about $9.99 each, designed for pillow fights. Imagine a pillow fight that is close to reality.

Ambitious Design Leaf Mirror Keyboard

Minebea Japanese Company has invented a new concept of touch screen glass keyboard with reflective surface, quiet and no clicking keys can only give you a little vibration when you hit the keys and its easy wipe cleaning. Cool huh!? They were selling this product for about $318.00

High Tech Fabric Location Detector

At long last, Florida Company has patented a radio frequency identification (RFID) micro chip designed to track stolen robes, bed sheets and towels. Currently, these chips are now being used in Honolulu, Miami and Manhattan hotels.

The Royal Wedding Invitation

The wedding invitations to the Royal Wedding were mailed out about mid of last week, and one photo recently appeared online.

Kate Middleton and Prince William’s wedding invitation features a black and gold lettering, an elegant gilded edge and the famous insignia of Queen Elizabeth. The Wedding guests are asked to wear a “uniform, morning coat or a lounge suit” for the said ceremony which will begin at 11a.m. London time.

Awesome Energy-Saving Gadgets

Just in time for the celebration of the Earth Day, why don’t you give a try at these gizmos and cut down your electric and water bills? They could be a little pricey than their traditional counterparts but these stuff do more good for the environment in the long run!

Solar Light Cap ($39.90 SolarLightCap.com)

This is the perfect stuff for your next camping activity, this solar-powered cap shields you away from the harmful sun rays during the day and serves as a neat light source at night. This has downward-angled beam, so you don't have to worry about the light shining into the eyes. Press the dim button will give you 36 hours of light while fully blasting the light gives you two to four hours of light. Photo from SolarLightCap.com.

R2-D2 LED Light Keychain ($11.99 on ThinkGeek.com).

This cute pocket-sized robot is really simple, but it will give a definite treat for fans of Star Wars. Photo from ThinkGeek.com.

Staple-Free Stapler ($7.99 on ThinkGeek.com).

This gadget will bind pieces of papers by simply cutting and folding them, which will make you  save on staple wires! It's also  kid-friendly. Photo from ThinkGeek.com.

Pocket Solar Charger (P500).  

Re-charge your cellular phone or MP3 players anywhere with this ultra-portable gadget. Available at gadget stalls and kiosks.

Pocket Solar Calculator (P100).

Doulex's unique designs will give a new twist to solar-powered calculators that have been around forever. Available at National Bookstore. Photo from Doulex World.

Magnifying Lens with LED lights (P180).

Explore anything and everything with this 18-LED-light-equipped gadget. Available at CD-R King.

Evolve Roadrunner Showerhead ($35.45 on Amazon.com).

This gadget triggers a trickle when your shower's temperature gets warm enough, preventing water to go down the drain, the sound of the trickle will act as a signal for you. This power-saver gizmo also shows that it can save water with its 1.5 gallon-per-minute water flow. Photo from Amazon.com.

Photos from Amazon,  CD-R King, Doulex World, Think Geek and Solar Light Cap.

Sony Stops Production of PSP Go

Sony decided to stop PSP Go production just recently. As we all remember, it was just two (2) years ago before this portable gaming device has been launched.

Meanwhile, Sony will still continue producing units for PSP 3000 until the Next Generation Portable (NGP) arrives.  NGP is said to be the ultimate future of portable gaming. Gee! That's really cool!

So if you wanted to have a piece of portable gaming history, go grab your PSP Go now before stocks run out.

Online Sites To Grab Big Discounts

Looking for the best deals, cheaper prices, sales and big discounts on everything? Did you know that you can buy discounted services, vacation packages, products, foods, gift certificates, and a whole lot more online?  

Buying is as easy as 1-2-3 and there are lots of mode of payments aside from using credit cards, these are PayPal, bank payment and even mobile payment. Once you got a deal, you just have to print the e-voucher that comes with it and present it to the establishment you’ll use it for. That’s easy!

Here’s the list of group-buying and deal sites that are available in the Philippines.

Awesome have cool and hot deals that lasts for hours and sometimes for just a few minutes.

Pay Via: Credit Card, Paypal, Bank Deposit to BPI or Metrobank

Facebook Page: http://www.Facebook.com/AwesomeDeals

Beeconomic is a company owned by Groupon which is a popular deal site in the US, and Beeconomic is its Asian counterpart. They seem to have only one deal at a time.

Pay Via: Credit Card, PayPal, BancNet ATM, Globe GCash

BUYanihan also deals in Cebu aside from Metro Manila. They’ve got lots of awesome travel or leisure deals.

Pay Via: Pay at BUYanihan Office, Credit Card, PayPal, Dragonpay, Globe Gcash, BancNet ATM.

Facebook Page: http://www.Facebook.com/BUYanihan

CashCashPinoy got plenty of deals regularly, they have most deals that are not found in other sites.

Pay Via: Credit Card, Dragonpay, MegaLink, Globe GCash, PayPal

Facebook Page: http://www.Facebook.com/CashCashPinoy

CityPoynt is a new deal site. You can check this out as well.

Pay Via: Cashsense, PesoPay, walk in at CityPoynt office

Facebook Page: http://www.Facebook.com/citypoynt

CleverBuy always have 3 deals at a time and they are mostly for beauty services.

Pay Via: PayEasy which covers credit card, PayPal, SMART and Globe mobile payment Facebook Page: http://www.Facebook.com/cleverbuyph

DealGrocer got lavish vacation packages. Payment platform only accepts US dollars and PhPeso payments are being converted. Local bank payment options are being disabled 24 hours before a specific deal ends. Refunds are being credited to the Deal Grocer account and not into your credit card or bank.

Pay Via: Credit Card, PayPal, Bank Deposit via BDO and BPI.

Facebook Page: http://www.Facebook.com/dealgrocer

DealSpot got very affordable group deals catering to the general public.

Pay Via: PayPal, Bank Deposit to Metrobank, BDO, BPI or Asia United Bank

Facebook Page: http://www.Facebook.com/DealSPOTPhilippines

Ensogo Philippines has deals in Metro Manila, Cebu and Davao, they have a lots of deals going at a time.You will also be getting Ensogo credits every time you purchase a deal and you can use this credits in your future deals with them.

Pay Via: Pay at Ensogo office, Credit card, PayPal, BancNet, Bank Deposit to BPI, Banco De Oro and Metrobank

Facebook Page: http://www.Facebook.com/ensogophilippines

LocalRoam got few deals, they have live chat too! For BPI payments, you have to buy credits first using BPI banking and then use those credits to purchase deals.

Pay Via: Credit Card, PayPal, BPI, PayEasy

Facebook Page: http://www.Facebook.com/LocalRoam

MetroDeal got deals sorted by location: Antipolo, CDO, Batangas, Cebu, GenSan, Metro Manila, Zamboanga, Davao, etc. They’ve got lots of health and beauty deals.

Pay Via: Credit Card, Dragonpay, Paypal, Alipay.com

Facebook Page: http://www.Facebook.com/biglaanglakad (promise that’s their page name!)

Pakyaw have lots of interesting deals but they don’t have spa services.

Pay Via: Credit Card, Debit Card, Bank Deposit or Remittance Centers.

Facebook Page: http://www.Facebook.com/pakyaw.com.ph

Twangoo is yet another big international site with lots of local deals, they only accepts credit card and PayPal payments.

Pay Via: Credit Card, PayPal

Facebook page: http://www.Facebook.com/twangoo

Payment Gateways

Cashsense is a cash-based solution for online shoppers which features 24/7 payment nationwide via 7-11 and M.Lhuillier.

PesoPay offers a simple, safe, and affordable service that gives you the ability to accept your customer’s credit cards.

PayEasy simplifies the online payment process by providing a secure, unified interface to multiple payment options for merchants. Pay via credit cards, internet banking, over the counter, megalink debit cards, Globe GCASH and major remittance centers.

Dragonpay is a Philippines-based alternative payments solution company. Online and Over-the-counter bank payment is supported for banks listed by the service.

Are you addicted checking out these sites? What’s your favorite?