Upgrading to Windows 11? Be careful where you get a copy of the installation media, as there’s an unofficial version out there with malware inside. Per CloudSEK threat researchers via BleepingComputer, bad actors are manipulating search engines so that their fraudulent websites that are disguised to look like a legitimate Microsoft page for Windows 11 […]
Posted inGovernment, Science
PAGASA says two meteor showers to be seen this April
Filipino stargazers, get ready for two meteor showers this month. PAGASA (Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration) Astronomical Diary stated that a meteor shower called Lyrids could be observed from April 16 to 25. When the meteor shower’s radiant Hercules rises, the said meteor shower can be observed at around 9:17PM at night and […]
Posted inGaming
Digimon Survive release date is set on July 28th
Digimon Survive appears to finally have a release date after several development delays over the last few years. Originally scheduled to launch in 2019, Digimon Survive was delayed to 2020, 2021, and finally 2022. But delays were expected during the global health crisis. Since the world is slowly returning to normal, the release date is […]
Posted inTech News
Realme 9 Pro Plus Free Fire Limited Edition now in PH
The Realme 9 Pro Plus has been in the market for weeks. While it’s great to be an early adopter, there are also perks for those who are late on getting one. Check out the new Free Fire Limited Edition.
Posted inInternet
Teachers think school internet too slow for online classes — survey
For better or worse, online classes became part of the new normal to continue teaching and learning activities while minimizing the spread of COVID-19. As to whether online classes can be held at Metro Manila schools, teachers don’t think so because of slow internet. About 88% of the 9,254 teachers surveyed by the Alliance of […]
Posted inInternet, Telecoms
Ookla: Smart is the fastest, Globe is the most consistent in Q1 2022
Just like that, we’re already four months in on 2022. With that, Speedtest by Ookla has released its report regarding the mobile internet situation in the Philippines for the first quarter of the year.
Posted inApps/Games/Softwares, Tech News
7-Zip security vulnerability grants Administrator privilege to hackers
One of the oldest archiving applications, 7-Zip, has been discovered to have a zero-day security vulnerability, which allows command execution and privilege escalation. This means that attackers can get administrator access to the victim’s computer and install/run suspicious apps. Although 7-Zip is a cross-platform program, this security vulnerability is specific to Windows since it relies on 7-Zip’s interaction […]
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
Redmi Note 10T with Snapdragon 480 chip launched
Xiaomi has launched a new version of the Redmi Note 10T 5G in Japan.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
Realme Q5i: Dimensity 810, 90Hz AMOLED, 33W fast charging
Realme intros an addition to the Q series, a line of upscaled midrange smartphones with some premium features and sleek design. Here’s the brand-new Realme Q5i.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
Realme Pad mini WiFi-only model launched
Realme Philippines was the first to offer the brand’s second tablet, the Realme Pad mini. Now, they’re introducing a cheaper option for those who are on a tight budget.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
Infinix Smart 6 HD: 6.6-inch screen, 5000mAh battery, 2GB RAM
Infinix just introduced a new budget phone, the Smart 6 HD, and the Philippines is one of the first to have it.
Posted inGaming, Government
AMLC urges banks to monitor play-to-earn game transactions more diligently
Electronic money institutions and banks should scrutinize more closely transactions involving cryptocurrencies from play-to-earn video games, according to the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC). In a Viber message shared by BusinessWorld, AMLC Executive Director Mel Georgie B. Racela said that these firms should “conduct customer due diligence,” and file suspicious transaction reports should they suspect any […]
Posted inTech News
MetaMask warns iPhone crypto users against phishing attacks
MetaMask, a crypto wallet service owned by ConsenSys, warned iPhone users against phishing attacks.
Posted inTelecoms
PLDT barred over 1 billion access to online child abuse
PLDT and its wireless arm, Smart Communications, said that they blocked over one billion user attempts to access online child sexual abuse materials (CSAM). And that’s just since last November.
Posted inLaptops, Tech News
Razer X Lambda Tensorbook laptop unveiled
Razer has a brand-new laptop. But unlike all of their products, this isn’t directed to gamers, but instead, this Tensorbook device is meant for researchers who are into machine learning and artificial intelligence.