For travel without worry during the new normal, the Department of Science and Technology is recommending commuters to use a new app named Safe, Swift, and Smart Passage, or S-PASS for short. The S-PASS app is a two-part system: one being a travel management system for travelers, local government units, and monitoring agencies to have […]
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Reasons why we still prefer traditional watches compared to smartwatches
Ever since the early start of 2019, smartwatches have been giving traditional watchmakers a drastic run for their money. In fact, the Apple Watch alone outsold the entire Swiss watch industry (in terms of units sold) in 2019, with other powerhouse retailers like Samsung and Fitbit closely following. The demand for smartwatches is poised to […]
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Active iPhone vs Android market share in 2021
For every active Apple device, there’s more or less two Android devices regularly used by people all around the world. Both brands have grown in popularity over the years, and according to the latest data, these two are showing no signs of slowing down. During the Google I/O 2021 developer conference, Google was more than […]
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Telegram founder lambasts Apple, calls iPhone users ‘digital slaves’
Pavel Durov, the founder of messaging app Telegram, has made it clear that he’s no fan of Apple and its products. Shared May 19 on his Telegram channel, Durov says creating software for the iOS feels like being in the Middle Ages. He claims that Apple’s business model is to sell “overpriced, obsolete hardware” to […]
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AC Energy is building the largest wind farm in the Philippines
AC Energy has begun the construction of a wind farm in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, one that will provide a maximum output of 160 megawatts. Known as the Balaoi and Caunayan wind farm, AC Energy’s third wind project is said to be the biggest wind farm in the Philippines. Chief development officer Jose Maria Zabaleta also […]
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Cherry Mobile WT1 has a walkie-talkie function and comes in twos for Php2,499
The Cherry Mobile WT1 is the company’s latest offering for those who want to always stay connected with a partner.
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iOS 14.5 anti-tracking feature forces advertisers to shift to Android
With iOS 14 giving the users the choice on whether apps can track them or not, data shows only around one out of three users have chosen to allow tracking. As a result, advertisers have begun spending more on Android. The Post-IDFA Alliance, a group of advertising platforms that includes AdColony, InMobi, Liftoff, and Vungle, […]
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Vivo X60 price in the Philippines revealed
Vivo Philippines has revealed the price of the Vivo X60 before its official launch in the country tomorrow, May 22.
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Realme Watch 2 Pro: 1.75-inch display, GPS, 14-day battery
A new fancy smartwatch has been introduced for Android users. Meet the Realme Watch 2 Pro.
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Smart, PLDT fight online child abuse by cutting off access to 4,000 websites
Two of the country’s dominant names in the internet service, Smart and PLDT, have bolstered their pledge to combat child abuse by blocking an additional 1,000 sites that reference to the matter, bringing to a total list of around 4000 by mid-May. The milestone achievement comes fresh following PLDT and its supporting company’s formal addition […]
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Starlink will reportedly cut off subscribers’ internet if they pirate stuff
Being a subscriber to SpaceX’s Starlink, it’s likely that you are in one of the most remote places on the surface of the planet, which kind of elicits a kind of freedom in and of itself. While true, pirating copyrighted contents is not one of them—at least, not according to the ISP’s Acceptable Use Policy. […]
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LIST: Smartphones compatible with Android 12
The public beta of Android 12 is now available. It comes with a major UI overhaul, enhanced data, and privacy measures, and other big changes meant to deliver “a one-of-a-kind-design, just for you.” If you want to try all the new features before everyone else does, then you’ll need to have one of these phones. […]
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BTS mobile game by Netmarble now in development
A new game based on the super popular Korean pop band, BTS, is announced to be in the works, according to mobile game developer Netmarble. The game will effectively make for a third addition to the boy group-inspired list of games, particularly BTS World and BTS Universe. Still to hold an official label, the project […]
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Nubia Z30 Pro: three 64MP cameras, Snapdragon 888, 120W charging
The Nubia Z30 Pro is the brand’s latest flagship with maxed-out specs list.
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Samsung Galaxy F52 5G: Snapdragon 750G, 120Hz screen, 4500mAh battery
Samsung is expanding its Galaxy F line with the new Samsung Galaxy F52 5G.