Cherry Mobile’s new MAIA smart tab, a dual-boot productivity tablet powered by Intel Atom and priced less than P5k
Local mobile brand Cherry Mobile launched the MAIA series, which include the most affordable smartphone and a tablet powered by Intel Atom X3, Intel’s first integrated communications system-on-chip (SoC) platform for entry and value tablets, phablets and smartphones, available in 4G LTE and 3G versions.
This cost-effective platform already includes the image sensor processor (ISP), graphics, audio, video, connectivity, and power management components required for flexible solutions with an optimal combination of value and mobile features.
Intel Philippines country manager Calum Chisolm said the chipmaker’s partnership with Cherry Mobile, which is the largest smartphone vendor in the Philippines, will further expand Intel’s mobile technology to the masses who are seeking affordable smartphones packed with rich mobile experience.
Chisolm said there are currently 35 million Filipinos who are using the Internet on their mobile devices, mostly social media. But with the 100 million population, a lot is still needed to bring the mobile technology to more Filipinos.
Intel and Cherry Mobile partnership started in 2014 with the introduction of Cherry Mobile Alpha series, also consisting of tablets and smartphones powered by Intel Atom.
The dual SIM capable MAIA Fone i4 is a 4-inch display smartphone (capacitive screen) powered by Intel Atom X3 1.0 GHz 64-bit processor. It comes with Android KitKat 4.4.4 OS, 1 GB of RAM and 4 GB internal memory expandable to 64 GB via micro SD. It is only priced at P1,999.
The 7-inch display MAIA Pad is powered by the same Intel Atom X3 processor and comes with Android KitKat 4.4, 1 GB RAM, 8 GB internal memory expandable via micro SD. It is also an OTG device and offers various connection options with its dual SIM and HSPA+ capabilities. It is priced at only P2,999.
The MAIA Smart Tab is an 8-inch tablet powered by Intel Atom Z3735F 1.8 GHz quad-core processor and features dual boot, either a choice between Android 4.4 and Windows 8.1 operating systems. It is also fitted with 2 GB RAM and 32 GB internal memory upgradeable via micro SD card. It is also an OTG device and features a 3,800 mAh battery on top of Wi-Fi and dual SIM capabilities. It is only priced at P4,999.
The MAIA series was officially launched alongside Cherry Mobile’s newest endorser teen actress and singer Janella Salvador with the campaign #KayawithMAIA to highlight the products’ aim to power the youth’s passion.
