Americans will soon be able to invest in Xiaomi again, as a new legal filing shows that the US government will remove the company from its blacklist. If you missed the recent drama in the US-China trade rivalry earlier this year, Xiaomi got labeled as a Communist Chinese military company in the remaining days of […]
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ASUS Zenfone 8 series with Snapdragon 888 coming to the Philippines
It hasn’t even been a year since ASUS unveiled its Zenfone 7 and 7 Pro smartphones, but the Taiwanese company has already announced a new smartphone flagship duo for this year. The new Zenfone 8 is noted for being small, yet it comes packing with powerful specs. The other, the Zenfone 8 Flip, boasts a […]
Posted inGaming, Tech Rumors
Apple is developing a portable gaming console like the Nintendo Switch
As far back as July 2020, rumors have been circulating on a possible Apple gaming console, one that may take a hybrid form like the Nintendo Switch. Late last week, new speculations have emerged and given us more information about the console. According to the Korean website Clien, as tweeted by @FrontTron, Apple is developing […]
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Researchers from Mindanao State University create a power-saving microchip
Researchers from the Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT) have created an energy efficient microchip that can help electronics companies to design devices with power-saving features. A product of the μC-Integrated Circuit (IC) program of the Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD), the microchip captures power from light […]
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Hackers can use your old phone number to hack you — study
Before you switch phone numbers, make sure you update all your accounts (both offline and online) so they’re no longer associated with your old number. Otherwise, you’re risking getting hacked and your information stolen by criminals. A research study from Princeton University discovered that a disturbingly high percentage of old phone numbers are still tied […]
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DITO Telecommunity will launch in NCR on May 17
The coverage area of DITO Telecommunity continues to grow. On May 17, the telecom will expand once more to cover the National Capital Region. DITO Telecommunity promises to bring “faster and better internet connectivity” to NCR. DITO has not announced any new promos or details to celebrate its NCR launch, but its 30-day, high-speed 25GB […]
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Mandatory SIM card registration in the Philippines pushed
Valenzuela City Representative Wes Gatchalian is pushing for a mandatory registration of subscriber identity module (SIM) cards via a bill in Congress. Filed by Gatchalian in December 2019, House Bill No. 5793 is a bill that aims to thwart terroristic and criminal acts made possible with the use of cellphones. The bill is currently pending […]
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PlayStation 5 shortage could last until 2022 — Sony
With the pandemic still felt across the world, the issue over production of essential electronics components also remains an issue, especially for a tech-heavy industry like Sony who expects that shortage for the PlayStation 5 will continue into 2022—at least, according to Sony Chief Financial Officer, Hiroki Totoki. In a report by Bloomberg, the Sony […]
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PH gov’t wants ₱1.04 billion refund from free Wi-Fi project contractor
After four years since initiating the supposed free Wi-Fi project for Filipinos, a foreign contractor has failed to meet its contract’s demands, earning the discontentment of the Philippine government and who is now seeking a refund worth $21.8 million (roughly more than Php1.04 billion). Delivering the message via a Palace briefing on Monday is Presidential […]
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Realme 8 and 8 Pro prices in the Philippines
The Realme 8 and 8 Pro, the company’s latest addition to its popular number series, have officially made their way to the Philippines.
Posted inInternet, Telecoms
‘Loyal’ Globe at Home subscribers will get up to 5x permanent speed boost for FREE
In an announcement made last Monday, it’s been revealed that loyal Globe at Home subscribers will get up to 5x of permanent speed boost.
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After PLDT-Globe CEO exchange, Converge’s Dennis Anthony Uy says Fiber is better than DSL
Converge ICT CEO Dennis Anthony Uy has something to say after the recent PLDT-Globe CEO exchange of views on the Philippines’ internet situation.
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Dogecoin co-creator sold all his coins for a car in 2015
Billy Markus, co-creator of the meme-based cryptocurrency Dogecoin, had an interview back in March with Bazinga where he revealed a story at how he sold all his digital assets for an equivalent amount just enough to buy a Honda Civic ($10,000). In the discussion, Markus cited his uncertainty over Dogecoin, claiming of its obscurity, including […]
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2021 Honda Dio now in the Philippines, priced at Php49,900
Anyone who is on a budget for a two-wheel drive ought to take a look at Honda’s revived classic, the Honda Dio 2021. It has been a long while since the Dio took part in the growing market of scooters since being introduced in 1988 until ending production in 2001. But the Honda scooter is […]
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Aboitiz Power finds opportunity in blockchain trading for renewable energy
Blockchain trading could be in the future of electricity, especially renewable energy, according to Aboitiz Power. As stated by Emmanuel V. Rubio, the company’s chief executive officer, the blockchain is more an opportunity instead of a disruption in the retail electricity market. He expressed support and possible adoption of blockchain-enabled trading, as it could help […]