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PH partners with Japan to deploy AI-powered disaster management system

The Philippine government, in collaboration with Japan, has launched an advanced AI-powered disaster monitoring platform to help local authorities respond faster to emergencies. The system, called Spectee Pro, was developed by a Japanese tech company and adapted for the Philippines through a partnership between the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the Japan […]

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Windows 11 update reportedly linked to SSD failures

A newly released Windows 11 security update may be causing serious issues for some solid-state drives (SSD), according to user reports. The problem appears when transferring large amounts of data, potentially leaving drives unusable. The issue was first flagged by a user on X (formerly Twitter) who noticed their SSD stopped working after installing the KB5063878 […]

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HyperX Cloud 2 gaming headset can last up to 250 hours on a single charge

HyperX has unveiled its latest flagship wireless gaming headset, the Cloud Alpha 2, making an extraordinary claim about its battery life: up to 250 hours on a single full charge. While that impressive figure drops to around 125 hours when utilizing the headset’s simultaneous Bluetooth connectivity, it still represents more than 10 days of typical […]

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Antigravity A1 is the world’s first 8K 360 drone

A couple of weeks back, Insta360 introduced its new drone brand, Antigravity. And with their connection to Insta360, it’s no surprise that their first product comes with the company’s signature feature. Meet the Antigravity A1, the world’s first drone packed with 8K resolution video recording and 360-degree camera. The Antigravity A1 features two cameras strategically […]

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Unified ID system for PWDs with digital version, QR code authentication now live

The government has begun the pilot rollout of a unified identification system for persons with disabilities (PWDs), a move aimed at streamlining access to benefits while stamping out the widespread use of fake IDs. The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said the program is now live in 35 areas in the Philippines. Around […]

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Streaming drives PH music industry to record Php5.1 billion revenue in 2024

The Philippines’ music industry continues to thrive, with streaming platforms leading the way as the biggest revenue generator, according to a new global report. Data from the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) shows that the country’s recorded music revenue reached $88.3 million (~Php5.1 billion) in 2024, marking a 17.9% increase from the previous […]