Big sales events spike gamer spending as irresistible deals and recommendations quickly overwhelm frugal intentions. Security solutions provider Kaspersky commissioned a global study that surveyed 4,000 consumers (gamers included) in several countries like Germany, India, and Brazil to understand shopping behaviors during sale events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Unsurprisingly, the results show that […]
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OnePlus partners with Pixelworks for OnePlus 12
OnePlus has unveiled it has worked with Pixelworks to incorporate their X7 independent visual processor and IRX gaming experience into the recently launched OnePlus 12. By leveraging OnePlus’ advanced graphics algorithms in tandem with the visual processing technologies of Pixelworks, the collaboration aims to bring a significant boost to the upcoming flagship smartphone when it […]
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NVIDIA launches GeForce RTX 40 Super series with three new cards
Nvidia is launching this month the GeForce RTX 40 Super series with three new graphic cards: RTX 4080 Super, RTX 4070 Ti Super, and RTX 4070 Super. The GeForce RTX 4070 Super is slated for a January 17 launch with a starting price of $599 (approx. Php33,700). Nvidia claims this newer card can outperform the […]
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HONOR’s new Android 14-based MagicOS 8.0 is the first with ‘intent-based UI’
HONOR has officially unveiled its latest Android UI update, MagicOS 8.0, which is being hailed as the industry’s first “intent-based UI.” While the initial announcement was made in China, the company has provided English information regarding MagicOS 8.0, indicating that the features discussed are likely applicable and similar to the global version. MagicOS 8.0 is […]
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Infinix introduces E-Color Shift Technology at CES 2024
Infinix, the dynamic technology brand dedicated for the younger generation around the globe, introduced its innovative E-Color Shift technology at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024. This groundbreaking feature allows smartphone panels to change and maintain vivid colors without using any power. In addition, Infinix also showcased its futuristic AirCharge technology and the Extreme-Temp Battery prototype, […]
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Kohler’s PureWash E930 bidet seat offers a ‘hands-free’ cleanup on your dirty business
Kohler is offering a smart way to clean up after your dirty deed on the loo with a voice-controlled bidet seat—the Kohler PureWash E930. Showcased during the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024, the Kohler PureWash E930 is an intelligent toilet seat that comes with many interesting features. Notable of these are the warm air dryer, […]
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Maya Time Deposit Plus: Earn up to 6% interest rate per annum
Maya is introducing a unique savings product that could change the way people view time deposits as a means for growing savings—that is, marked with high returns alongside unmatched flexibility. Having officially rolled out since last January 5, users can now open their Time Deposit Plus accounts, with the option to choose whichever term aligns […]
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Smartphone telephoto lens demand to rise in 2024 — report
The demand for smartphones with telephoto lens is expected to rise in 2024 and is projected to surpass the 200 million units sold in 2022. Data from a recent Counterpoint Research report titled “Telephoto Lens Takes Mass Market Mobile Photography to a New Level” show an increase in consumer interest in high-quality zoom and portrait […]
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Acer’s new Aspire Go and Vero laptops now official
Acer’s Aspire laptops have, for years, catered to the budget market—giving consumers quality laptops at an affordable price. Living up to that reputation, the laptop maker is adding two new options to the line-up as it launches the Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-31P) and the Aspire Go 14 (AG14-31P). Both laptop models use Intel’s budget […]
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Filipinos fear data leaks, job loss amid AI rise in 2024
Filipinos are concerned about job security this year, fearing the impact of rising artificial intelligence adoption and increasing data leaks on employment. Global market research company Ipsos recently published its Global Advisor 2024 Predictions survey, which revealed that the Philippines is among the leading countries with such concerns for the year 2024. Among 1,000 survey […]
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Fiber Internet Plans in the Philippines 2024
We’re starting to bid goodbye to old internet connection technology as we enter the era of Fiber — a modern internet infrastructure that offers drastically faster speeds, low latency, and improved reliability.
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List of DITO promos 2024
DITO Telecommunity, the company appointed to be the third telco player in the Philippines, aims to break the duopoly by Smart and Globe. They’re starting out strong by offering bang for the buck promos in the mobile prepaid segment.
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OPPO Find X7 Ultra: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB RAM, Dual Periscope, 100W charging
OPPO has unveiled its latest flagship device, the OPPO Find X7 Ultra, which has a lot of pioneering features in the smartphone industry.
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realme 10 Pro 5G series gets realme UI 5.0 via Early Access program
The realme UI 5.0 update, which is based on the latest Android 14 operating system, is just right around the corner, and owners of the realme 10 Pro 5G series are in for a treat as they’ll get early access to the upcoming update.
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iPhone users start receiving settlement payments from ‘Batterygate’ lawsuit
Remember the iPhone batterygate issue from late 2016? Well, that lawsuit is finally wrapping as Apple starts sending out settlement payments to iPhone users.