Before Christmas Eve, here's the Tongue Tarang Tongue from the December 23 episode on Banana Split:
Pinoy: Sira na hamon
Spanish: Por que bocha
Pinoy: Nalason sa paputok
Japanese: Nawatusi
Pinoy: Haka haka
Spanish: Hola hola!
Pinoy: Naputukan ng kamay
Japanese: Nachugi dairiri
Pinoy: Nasiraan ng bait ang bida
Spanish: La bida naloca!
Pinoy: Magpapapayat
Japanese: Magjeta naku
Pinoy: Malaking linga
Spanish: Sesame mucho
Pinoy: May jowa na
Japanese: Oredi tekken
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Let "Biribiri" and "Judgment Desu No" lead your way...
In tradition of MAPLUS Portable Navi 3's collaboration with the finest anime series for the special "Kisekae Pack" such as Hayate the Combat Butler 2nd Season, Ghost in the Shell Stand Alone Complex, Macross F, and Eden of the East, the special To Aru Kagaku no Railgun "Kisekae Pack" adds "Biribiri" and "Judgment Desu No" to the Maplus 3.
With the choice between Mikoto Misaka (CV: Rina Satou) and Kuroko Shirai (CV: Satomi Arai), this special pack gives the Maplus 3 fully charged like a railgun!
I'm sure most JDM drivers reside in Japan got their PSP and the Maplus 3 ready to have the railgun fully charged. If I said Railgun, we say it's Biribiri and Judgment Desu No!
More Info (Japanese):
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Third-Generation Toyota Vitz/Yaris (NSP130/KSP130/NCP131/NSP135)
When the Vitz debuted in Japan since January 1999, Toyota ushered in the new age of compact cars, then it was exported in other parts of the world by the names of Yaris and Echo (not to be confused with the Echo sedan in the North American market that is the Platz). In 2005, the Vitz garnered a full redesign and exported globally as the Yaris. That is the point because the Toyota Vitz is a true global compact that targets the likelihood of the Suzuki Swift and the Honda Fit (Jazz).
Brace yourself and the near end of 2010 marks the beginning of the Vitz's full model change as it reaches its third generation. The new, third-generation, Toyota Vitz is now evolved to become the most fuel efficient compact in its class, outwitting the likes of the Nissan March K13 and the Honda Fit (Jazz) in this category. The new third-generation Toyota Vitz comes in four various variants starting from the Vitz U and the Vitz F
the stylish Vitz Jewela for the ladies
and the aggressive Vitz RS for those who want to taste the extreme.
Depending on the variant, the new Vitz has three engine types available. First is the 1KR-FE VVTi engine (1.0-litre engine) that is the entry level for the new Vitz. This engine has the power output of a frugal 69PS and the fuel economy of 23.0km/L. Second is the 1NR-FE Dual VVTi engine (1.3-litre engine) which has the power output of 95PS and the fuel economy of 24.0km/L (2WD). Last but truly an enthusiasts' favorite was the high-performance 1NZ-FE Dual VVTi engine (1.5-litre engine) that has the power output of 109PS and the fuel economy of 20km/L (CVT). Most Vitz variants are equipped with the Super CVT-i for optimized fuel efficiency but only the extreme Vitz RS is equipped with the 5-speed manual. The RS also comes with the Super CVT-i but what differs is the sporty paddle shifters.
Now, here's the real catch; the Vitz Smart Stop Package has one secret weapon to become the most opulent gas-miser such is the Toyota Stop & Start System (an idling stop system found in the Toyota iQ Go 6MT). The Toyota Stop & Start System allows the 1NR-FE Dual VVTi engine to shut off automatically when not in use. This also applies when your Vitz goes on a brake during a traffic. With the Smart Stop combined, the Vitz has the maximum fuel economy of 26.5km/L! This fuel economy is bound to be the most fuel efficient among compacts with 1.3-litre engines.
With the Vitz now has a new exterior, the change of the Vitz's interior sounds puzzling. The new interior seems to be somewhat complexing and I still like the interior of the second-generation Vitz. However, the new Vitz is covered with the special windows that has a 99% protection against the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. When summer comes, you'll be glad to have the Vitz ready.
My thoughts about the Vitz:
Now on sale in Japan and soon; the rest of the world including the Philippines as the new Yaris! The case is now open for those who want to see the new king of compacts such is the new Toyota Vitz. With the Smart Stop equipped, the new Vitz really puts the Nissan March K13 to shame because of its class no.1 fuel economy of 26.5km/L. The Vitz Jewela is somewhat a feminine type, more like the Ractis (Verso-S) L'epice and the Passo +Hana, because of the attractive front and fancy colors. The Vitz RS is an enthusiasts' favorite because of its extreme attitude but 5 gears wasn't enough to outrun against the Honda Fit RS, now with a 6-speed manual. I'm sure they're ready to get their hands on the new Vitz. Are you ready?
Photo: Toyota Motor Corporation
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| 2011 Toyota Vitz |
Brace yourself and the near end of 2010 marks the beginning of the Vitz's full model change as it reaches its third generation. The new, third-generation, Toyota Vitz is now evolved to become the most fuel efficient compact in its class, outwitting the likes of the Nissan March K13 and the Honda Fit (Jazz) in this category. The new third-generation Toyota Vitz comes in four various variants starting from the Vitz U and the Vitz F
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| 2011 Toyota Vitz |
the stylish Vitz Jewela for the ladies
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| 2011 Toyota Vitz Jewela |
and the aggressive Vitz RS for those who want to taste the extreme.
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| 2011 Toyota Vitz RS |
Depending on the variant, the new Vitz has three engine types available. First is the 1KR-FE VVTi engine (1.0-litre engine) that is the entry level for the new Vitz. This engine has the power output of a frugal 69PS and the fuel economy of 23.0km/L. Second is the 1NR-FE Dual VVTi engine (1.3-litre engine) which has the power output of 95PS and the fuel economy of 24.0km/L (2WD). Last but truly an enthusiasts' favorite was the high-performance 1NZ-FE Dual VVTi engine (1.5-litre engine) that has the power output of 109PS and the fuel economy of 20km/L (CVT). Most Vitz variants are equipped with the Super CVT-i for optimized fuel efficiency but only the extreme Vitz RS is equipped with the 5-speed manual. The RS also comes with the Super CVT-i but what differs is the sporty paddle shifters.
Now, here's the real catch; the Vitz Smart Stop Package has one secret weapon to become the most opulent gas-miser such is the Toyota Stop & Start System (an idling stop system found in the Toyota iQ Go 6MT). The Toyota Stop & Start System allows the 1NR-FE Dual VVTi engine to shut off automatically when not in use. This also applies when your Vitz goes on a brake during a traffic. With the Smart Stop combined, the Vitz has the maximum fuel economy of 26.5km/L! This fuel economy is bound to be the most fuel efficient among compacts with 1.3-litre engines.
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| 2011 Toyota Vitz interior |
With the Vitz now has a new exterior, the change of the Vitz's interior sounds puzzling. The new interior seems to be somewhat complexing and I still like the interior of the second-generation Vitz. However, the new Vitz is covered with the special windows that has a 99% protection against the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. When summer comes, you'll be glad to have the Vitz ready.
My thoughts about the Vitz:
Now on sale in Japan and soon; the rest of the world including the Philippines as the new Yaris! The case is now open for those who want to see the new king of compacts such is the new Toyota Vitz. With the Smart Stop equipped, the new Vitz really puts the Nissan March K13 to shame because of its class no.1 fuel economy of 26.5km/L. The Vitz Jewela is somewhat a feminine type, more like the Ractis (Verso-S) L'epice and the Passo +Hana, because of the attractive front and fancy colors. The Vitz RS is an enthusiasts' favorite because of its extreme attitude but 5 gears wasn't enough to outrun against the Honda Fit RS, now with a 6-speed manual. I'm sure they're ready to get their hands on the new Vitz. Are you ready?
Photo: Toyota Motor Corporation
Gran Turismo 5 Original Game Sound Track Piano Performed by Lang Lang
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| Gran Turismo 5 Original Game Sound Track Piano Performed by Lang Lang |
The Gran Turismo 5 Original Game Sound Track Piano Performed by Lang Lang is a CD filled with some of the classical piano music as listened from the Gran Turismo 5 video game and performed by the world renowned pianist, Lang Lang.
The classical CD includes Beethoven's Tempest, Bach's Air on the G String, Chopin's Polonaise Op. 40 No. 1, Liszt's La Campanella, and some of the famous classical piano music performed by the world renowned Lang Lang himself.
A relaxing addition to your ever growing collection of CDs for car enthusiasts as these classical piano musics will relax your senses after long hours of grueling GT5 challenges.
Official Site: http://www.gran-turismo.com/
Gran Turismo 5 Original Game Sound Track
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| Gran Turismo 5 Original Game Sound Track |
Since its global debut in November 25, 2010, Gran Turismo 5 (日本名: グランツーリスモ5) was a worldwide sensation among fans and newcomers alike. Not only the game offers more than 1000 cars, it offers some of the best features in GT5 such as the race course maker, online connectivity, 3D TV compatibility to see GT5 come to life, and the special appearance of the Top Gear Test Track. With all these features, that's why the phenomenal GT5 garnered a 60 million mark of sales worldwide.
As a treat for celebrating its 60 millionth mark of worldwide sales, the original sound track of Gran Turismo 5 is now here and this two-disc package contains 36 hand-picked, in-game BGMs, which are perfect to relieve GT5 moments wherever you go. It also includes the GT5 version of Moon Over the Castle (the Gran Turismo main theme) and 5OUL ON D!SPLAY (pronounced as Soul On Display) by Daiki Kasho (the E3 2010 music, which was titled by a lucky Gran Turismo fan that you can see his name on the credits).
I'm sure this 2-disc CD is great to put it in the car audio and listen to the music from GT5 while you're stuck at heavy traffic.
TRACK LISTINGS:
DISC ONE:
1. MOON OVER THE CASTLE (GT5 VERSION)
2. LIKE A BIRD
3. MY FAVORITE WINGS
4. CUBIC LUSTER
5. THE TRIP
6. TAKE CONTROL
7. LIBERTY
8. SMOKER’S LAMENT
9. PASSION
10. DARK LINE
11. SLOW ON THE UPTAKE
12. 8VA CURVES
13. NIGHT BIRDS
14. GLOSS OF SPEED
15. RADIOTIRE
16. DRIVE ON COINS
17. 5OUL ON D!SPLAY
18. DAY TO LIVE
DISC TWO:
1. 7 DAYS REMINISCENCE
2. WINDS
3. CECILE
4. HOLIDAY
5. HOT STUFF
6. HORIZONS IN MAY
7. MADELEINE
8. CITY CIRCUIT
9. SOLITUDE
10. BEAUTIFUL AREA
11. THE FIRST PERSON
12. EVE
13. SUNDAY
14. IN TRANSIT
15. MIGHTY ENGINE
16. APOLLO
17. SIDE OF YOU
18. MEMORABILIA
Official Site: http://www.gran-turismo.com/
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
The Iron Wing...
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| 2011 Subaru WRX STi (GRB) Spec C |
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| 2011 Subaru WRX STi (GVB) tS |
No, they're not made of iron, but these two special edition, Japan-only, WRX STi models truly have a iron heart inside.
First off, the Subaru WRX STi GRB returned the special edition Spec C by popular demand. The WRX STi Spec C looks like an ordinary WRX STi, only extraordinary because of its reduced weight, extraordinary front bumper, and a 2.0L 16-valve Dual AVCS twin scroll turbo which has the same power output as the normal WRX STi. It offers two rim sizes (from 17-inch to 18-inch) and its available only in 5 door hatchback form.
For the 4-door sedan, the WRX STi GVB and GVF received an exclusive limited-edition WRX STi tS. The term "tS" stands for "tuned by STi" and the WRX STi (GVB) and the WRX STi A-Line (GVF) is armed with the carbon roof. A Carbon Roof? Awesome but where's the wing? This somewhat be redundant but the carbon roof on the WRX STi 4-door looks fine to me.
Those Subaru fanatics living in Japan finally had something for this Christmas season; two souped up special edition WRX STi variants, but those special editions won't last long!
Scoop (Japanese only)
WRX STi Spec C: http://www.fhi.co.jp/news/10_10_12/10_12_21_3.html
Suzuki New Landy (SC26/SNC26)
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| 2011 Suzuki Landy |
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| 2011 Suzuki Landy |
Following the launch of the new Nissan Serena C26 since November 2010, it seems that others might think that Suzuki may not get the OEM version of the Serena that is the Landy, which was launched in 2007, the same year when the Nissan Serena C25 faced a minor change. However, Suzuki never forgot the memo that the new Landy will follow and it was based on the Nissan Serena C26.
Based on the Nissan Serena C26, the second-generation Suzuki Landy is now made even more economical and ecological, giving a status of a true eco car just like other Japanese eco-cars do thanks to the equipped MR20DD engine with idling stop system. The idling stop system allows the new Landy to automatically shut off the MR20DD engine while the car stops. This system provided a maximum fuel efficiency of 15.4km/L and it's approved for Japan's Eco-Car Genzei system, which gets a tax cut of 75% off.
My thoughts about the Landy:
Since the new Landy is now based on the Nissan Serena C26, every eco detail remains the same except the badging from Nissan to Suzuki because the Landy is the OEM of the Nissan Serena.
Both the new Landy and the new Serena toppled the Noah, Voxy, Stepwgn, and Stepwgn Spada in terms of fuel efficiency, but not enough against the Mazda Premacy.
Photo: Suzuki Motor Corporation
Some tweaks...
On December 21, 2010, Sony updated the Gran Turismo 5 via version 1.05. This GT5 update includes some of the following:
- Online dealership (same as used car but changes randomly every day, I think)
- Seasonal Events (Polyphony Digital-hosted events open to all GT5 players)
- Racing online gain cash and experience
- backup the save data (in case of emergency)
- Personal BGM (Menu) now active. Any music stored in the PS3 can be played during the menu
- The elusive Red Bull X1 Prototype now changed its name into Red Bull X2010, still no one got a hold of this "King of Gran Turismo cars"
Speaking of the updates; two original soundtracks will be out tomorrow in Japan. First off is the GRAN TURISMO 5 ORIGINAL GAME SOUNDTRACK, which is a 2-disc compilation of hand-picked in-game BGMs, including the GT5 version of Moon Over the Castle and 5OUL ON D!SPLAY. The second one, GRAN TURISMO 5 ORIGINAL GAME SOUNDTRACK Piano Performed by Lang Lang has some of the classical songs straight from GT5, made possible by the world renowned Lang Lang. I know, both of these GT5 OST may come out tomorrow or so. I hope Comic Alley stock both of these GT5 OSTs
For foreign customers, CDJapan is recommended if you guys want to place orders on both of these...
GRAN TURISMO 5 ORIGINAL GAME SOUNDTRACK: http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/detailview.html?KEY=VRCL-4011
GRAN TURISMO 5 ORIGINAL GAME SOUNDTRACK Piano Performed by Lang Lang: http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/detailview.html?KEY=ESCC-28
Monday, December 20, 2010
Chevrolet Volt
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| 2011 Chevrolet Volt |
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| 2011 Chevrolet Volt interior |
Despite its status as an electric vehicle, the Chevrolet Volt is not merely a full-fledged electric car because it combines an electric motor and a 4-cylinder internal combustion engine, but any reasons about Chevrolet's full fledged eco-car remains slim for now.
The Chevrolet Volt seems to be different from the 2007 Volt Concept that was appeared in the 2007 North American International Auto Show at Detroit and possibly be the spiritual successor of the sacred GM EV1 electric vehicle. You might thought that the age of electric cars is dead, but think again, the age of electric vehicles has just been reborn thanks to the inception of the Mitsubishi i-MiEV, Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle, Nissan Leaf, and other plug-in hybrids coming to the future, and the Chevrolet Volt has a high hopes to become the most efficient hybrids in the world.
Two worlds combined into one because the Chevrolet Volt has an electric drive unit and a 1.4L Internal Combustion engine combined for various purposes. The electric drive unit has a power output of 150HP and the torque output of 273 lb-ft. The Internal Combustion engine has a weaker power output of 80HP and if the electric drive unit's battery is out of charge, this engine will serve as a backup. While an electric charge was its first priority, the gasoline engine equipped on the Volt will serve for emergency purposes only.
There are six colors available for the Volt; Black, Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat, Cyber Gray Metallic, Silver Ice Metallic, Viridian Joule Tricoat, and White Diamond Tricoat.
The Volt's initial availability starts at California (Los Angeles, San Francisco), Washington D.C., Michigan, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Texas this month. Other regions of the U.S. will follow next year or so.
My thoughts about the Volt:
The Volt might be beaten by the Nissan Leaf in terms of its EPA ratings, but on the brighter side, this is much more fuel efficient than the Toyota Prius. Much disappointing about the Volt is its initial pricing of about $40,280 (I'm thinking about over 3.5 or 4 million Philippine Pesos), which means people would go shopping for the Nissan Leaf instead. The Volt's price tag really put a hole on our wallets but on its brighter side, this electric vehicle can go anywhere it wants. It's just what the North American TV commercial said, we are nomads. This electric car can go further...
It's disappointing that Covenant Car Company doesn't have plans to bring the Chevrolet Volt to the Philippines until our government approves the law to sell electric cars.
Photo: General Motors
Sunday, December 19, 2010
My Vitz RS...
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| Vitz RS at Gion, Kyoto |
Seriously, the second generation Toyota Vitz (Yaris) RS is my Gran Turismo 5 starter car. I started this car because of the starter pricing. Honestly, I was planning to start GT5 with a Suzuki Swift Sport but the Toyota Vitz RS was my ideal pick because I can challenge this rookie at the Sunday Cup, a race for FF vehicles (especially the Vitz RS), and if I leveled up, the one make race for all Vitz and Yaris models.
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| Vitz RS vs. the world at Fuji Speedway |
Just like it said in the game, the Vitz RS is fun to drive but difficult to master in the eyes of a newcomer...
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| Vitz RS at Suzuka |
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| Vitz RS at Suzuka |
Not only the second generation Vitz RS was my first GT5 car, it's my first Premium Tier car...
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| Vitz RS at Gion, Kyoto |
I had a good start with this car, not sure how far my Vitz RS could go...
A Trezia tS is in the works?
Despite the Subaru Trezia is a rebadged version of the Toyota Ractis Verso, it still garners more attention than its original twin. Needless to say, most Japanese car enthusiasts prefer the front face of the Trezia rather than the new Toyota Ractis/Verso-S, and I don't really know why...
I read something in an article found at Carview:
In translation: Subaru's planning an STi version of the Subaru Trezia. This Trezia tuned by STi will be unveiled at the 2011 Tokyo Auto Salon and specs for this Trezia tS remains unclear...
If went into limited production, this Trezia could fly...like a fighter jet...
James Bang's 2nd Mission (and happy birthday to Pooh!)
What just happened in Banana Split since December 18?
- John Sweet Lapuz guests for this week's Balitang Siksik Showbiz Edition
- Simbang Gabi jokes
- James Bang (Ryan Bang) is back for his second mission, for this time monitor M's (Pooh's) coin jar with the Bang Webcam
- Maja Salvador showcases the three most O.A. stuff in "Ang O.A. Mo!"
- The Banana Split boys visit some high school for some dances
- A very special Show It pits the Banana Split gang vs. Pooh's close friends in celebration of Pooh's birthday!
- John Sweet Lapuz guests for this week's Balitang Siksik Showbiz Edition
- Simbang Gabi jokes
- James Bang (Ryan Bang) is back for his second mission, for this time monitor M's (Pooh's) coin jar with the Bang Webcam
- Maja Salvador showcases the three most O.A. stuff in "Ang O.A. Mo!"
- The Banana Split boys visit some high school for some dances
- A very special Show It pits the Banana Split gang vs. Pooh's close friends in celebration of Pooh's birthday!
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