To ensure the progress in the ICT infrastructure development in the country, the Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT) has launched a monitoring system known as Tower Watch PH. Per DICT Secretary Gregorio Honasan II in a news release, Tower Watch PH ensures “a more far-reaching and robust ICT infrastructure.” It is designed to […]
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Xiaomi is disabling imported smartphones
Every now and then, Xiaomi unveils new smartphones that are only bound for specific regions and countries. While it never took steps against users exporting these gadgets outside those markets, the Beijing-based company is getting down to business this time. Users in Cuba, Iran, Syria, North Korea, Sudan, and Crimea who imported Xiaomi smartphones are […]
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InfraWatch PH wants NTC to disclose the methodology of DITO’s second audit
Local telco DITO Telecommunity recently passed its second audit by the National Telecommunications Commission, but a public policy think tank is wondering how that could have happened when its subscribers have been complaining about cell signal problems, including dropped calls. InfraWatch PH is urging NTC to disclose the methods used in conducting DITO’s second audit, […]
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Smart GigaPlay app offers FREE streaming content
Smart has one convincing reason for mobile users to switch to their network—the newly launched GigaPlay. It’s a streaming app that lets you watch sports, concerts, TV shows, and live events for free. Featured content in GigaPlay includes timed exclusive streaming of performances by Billie Eilish, Coldplay, Maroon 5, and other artists for the yearly […]
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Samsung Galaxy Wide 5: Dimensity 700, 90Hz display, 64MP camera
Samsung joins the many brands to utilize the Dimensity 700 processor from MediaTek. That said, you already know the Galaxy Wide 5 is meant for the budget segment.
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Vivo X70, X70 Pro: 120Hz AMOLED, Improved cameras, 44W charging
Vivo has introduced the X70 series that consists of the Vivo X70 and X70 Pro.
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Ray-Ban Stories are Wayfarers with cameras co-created by Facebook
After years of speculations, Facebook has finally joined the smart glasses game. What’s interesting is, it teamed up with one of the most popular brand in the eyewear industry, Ray-Ban.
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‘Generation Mute’ stopped using ringtones. They stay glued to screens instead.
Do people still make phone calls these days? Now that we have Facebook, WhatsApp, and countless other social networks and messaging apps, phone calls are no longer as relevant as they once were for communication. In fact, there’s a survey showing just how insignificant phone calls are to young people. UK’s communications regulator, Ofcom, has […]
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Realme Pad announced as the company’s first tablet
Realme continues to expand its portfolio by introducing its very first tablet, the Realme Pad.
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TV5 Sulit TV digital box announced
Another media giant in the Philippines joins the digital TV box game as TV5 introduces the Sulit TV.
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Infinix Note 10 Pro MLBB Limited Edition now in PH
If you’re one of the millions who play Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and wants to promote your gamer status to a full-on fan, then you might want to check out the Infinix Note 10 Pro MLBB Limited Edition.
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Realme 8i: Helio G96, 50-megapixel camera, 120Hz display
The Realme 8i has been announced featuring an ultra-sharp 50-megapixel main camera.
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DITO to offer 5G home broadband service in Q4 2021
Contrary to previous reports, telco DITO Telecommunity is planning to launch its broadband services in 2021. With a launch scheduled in the fourth quarter this year, DITO is planning to tap its 5G network to provide a wireless home broadband service. The company’s chief tech officer Rodolfo Santiago revealed that the service is already undergoing […]
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Motorola shows off ‘Space Charging’ over-the-air wireless charging tech
Smartphone maker Motorola has recently demoed its proprietary over-the-air wireless charging tech, claiming it can simultaneously charge a lot of devices and has a good charging radius. In partnership with GuRu Wireless and Salom Electric, Motorola’s tech known as Space Charging is the company’s response to Xiaomi’s Air Charge Technology and OPPO’s Wireless Air Charging. […]
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DITO explains conflicting speed test results from Opensignal, NTC audit report
Based on the second technical audit by the National Telecommunications Commission, telco DITO Telecommunity passed with flying colors in terms of minimum average speed. Opensignal tells it differently in its own report, showing the telco is slightly lagging behind the average. So, what’s with the conflicting story? In a media briefing, DITO Telecommunity gave an […]