We don’t just bring tech reviews, we also share the latest entitlements that you can enjoy here in the Metro. Because millennials love discounts, we’re highlighting a recently launched smartphone brand here in the Philippines that will definitely fit your budget without sacrificing quality.
If you haven’t heard of it yet, Realme Philippines – known as a sub-brand of OPPO, officially launched their Realme 3 last Tuesday (March 19, 2019) at Solaire Resort and Casino in Pasay City. The hashtag #DiscoverRealValue did not disappoint as brand representatives unveiled specs that are at par with the performance of other mid-range phones in the market at a much much more affordable price. By “affordable”, we mean below Php 8,000 –and there are ways to get it at an even lower price!
About Realme 3
The Realme 3 boasts of its high-capacity 4230mAh battery that can last up to two days, a MediaTek Helio P60 processor that doesn’t consume a lot of juice, dual rear cameras (13MP + 2MP) with AI Nightscape Mode that are decent enough to be used for your upcoming summer trips. Those into mobile photography might want to take note of its built-in Chroma Boost that makes every photo look more fresh and vibrant. As for those who also care about #aesthetics, Realme 3 comes in two variants that mimic the color schemes of the galaxy – Dynamic Black and Radiant Blue.
Fun fact: The Dynamic Black variant is composed of layers of paint systematically sprayed over for a striking purple, black and blue gradient. The addition of pearl powder completes the phone’s allusion to the Milky Way. The Radiant Blue version glows with the colors of planet Mercury, an amazing gradient of blue and green made from translucent blue-green ink.
How to get discounts
The Realme 3 (3GB+32GB variant) can be yours for only Php 6,990, exclusively available on Shopee BUT it does not stop there! Because of their partnership with Shopee Philippines, during Shopee’s Flash Sale on March 25 (starting midnight), special vouchers will further lower realme 3’s price to Php 6,290. Get 10% OFF by using the voucher code SHPXREALME3. This discount applies to the first few orders, so set your alarms to get first dibs!
We’ve been using Shopee discounts for years now so believe us when we tell you that these flash sale discounts are the real deal. Just be quick, though. Other fans are also online to use the same vouchers.
How to order
Pre-order starts on March 30 in retail stores nationwide. Here, the 4GB+64GB variant will be available for Php 9,990, while the 3GB+64GB variant will be sold at Php 7,990. You can already pre-order the phones until April 5 with a minimum deposit of Php 500. Pre-ordering units will entitle you to freebies worth Php 1,299!
For more Filipinos to #DiscoverRealValue, realme Philippines also partnered with leading global consumer finance provider Home Credit. The 3GB RAM+64GB storage variant can be availed through a 9-month or 12-month easy plan while the 4GB RAM+64GB storage variant can be availed through a 6-month installment plan at 0 percent interest.
With features unrivalled in its price segment, the Realme 3 gives you so much more for so much less spending. Check out the full specifications here:
FULL SPECIFICATIONS
| Realme3 | |
| Color | Dynamic Black Radiant Blue |
| Display | Size: 15.8cm (6.2 inches) Screen Ratio: 88.30%, 19:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution: HD+ 1520 *720 Protection: Corning Glass Narrow Frame: 2.05mm |
| Size and Weight | 75.6mm*156.1mm*8.3mm ; 175g |
| Battery | 4230mAh; Support 5V 2A |
| Cameras (Rear) | Rear Dual Camera (13MP+2MP) PDAF Fast Focusing f/1.8 Aperture 5P Lens Nightscape Hybrid HDR Chroma Boost Portrait Mode |
| Front Camera | AI Front Camera (13MP) 1.12μm Pixels AI Beautification HDR AI Facial Unlock |
| Video | 720p / 1080p ; 30fps Slo-Mo (90fps/720p) |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P60 (Global Edition) 12nm production process 2.0Ghz |
| System | ColorOS 6.0 based on Android P |
| Storage | 3GB+32GB, 3GB+64GB, 4GB+64GB Storage expandable up to 256GB |
| Connectivity | SIM Card Type: Dual nano-sim cards microSD Expansion/Triple Slots Dual 4G LTE Wireless: Supports 2.4G Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Network Bands | GSM: 850/900/1800/1900MHz WCDMA: Bands 1/5/8 FDD-LTE: Bands 1/3/5/7/8/20/28 TD-LTE: Bands 38/40/41 |
| Sensors | E-Compass Light Sensor Proximity Sensor Gravity Sensor Accelerometer Sensor Fingerprint Sensor OTG |
| Accessories / Inside the Box | Handset*1 5V2A Adapter*1 Micro USB Cable*1 Warranty Card*1 Quick Guide*1 SIM Card Tool*1 Screen Protect Film*1 Protection Case *1 |
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Happy Shopee-ng on the 25th!