Have you ever wondered what you’ll look like as a K-Drama celebrity or a K-Pop idol you always watch and follow? This is your chance to reimagine yourself with porcelain skin and fair complexion using an Artificial Intelligence (AI) filter. AI Filters have been a regular trending topic on social media, as they can turn […]
Posted inSocial Media
Ad-free Facebook and Instagram to cost $14/month — report
Facebook and Instagram owner Meta considers charging European users a monthly fee for an ad-free experience.
Posted inFeatured, Social Media
The dangers of online quizzes and social media games
As you scroll your never-ending social media feed, you chance upon a personality test that piques your interest. “How much of a K-Pop fan are you?” A quiz entices you to find out. “What does your favorite video game character reveal about you?”, teases another. You go on answering a seemingly innocent set of questions, […]
Posted inAndroid, Reviews
HONOR X5 Plus Review
HONOR is known for producing smartphones that offer decent value without sacrificing quality. Their newest release, the HONOR X5 Plus, looks promising, but can it meet the expectations of budget-conscious buyers?
Posted inFeatured, Gaming
ADS: What does it mean in gaming?
ADS is a term that holds great significance in gaming. If you’re unfamiliar with the jargon, ADS refers to bringing up a weapon’s sights for better aim and accuracy. It is generally present in modern First-Person Shooter games and is commonly used by gamers. If you’ve never heard of it before (and that’s probably why […]
Posted inAudio, Reviews
Creative Sound Blaster Katana V2 Review
You’ve completed building your powerful, RGB-lit gaming PC; got yourself a comfortable, fancy new gaming chair; and purchased a large, ultra-fast, TV-like gaming monitor. Now, aren’t you forgetting something? Yes, a killer audio gear to tie up your setup.
Posted inAudio, Tech News
Spotify gets a price hike in the Philippines
Back in July, Spotify increased the price of its premium subscription in a bunch of markets. The list didn’t include the Philippines, until now.
Posted inFeatured, Science
LIST: Massive asteroids that impacted Earth
Ah, yes, asteroids. Whenever we hear the word, we automatically think of the final days of the dinosaurs or perhaps the apocalyptic films that started with the concept of a mega asteroid impacting our home planet. Even when we look back at the doomsday prophecies (whether they have passed or are currently being spread), most […]
Posted inApps/Games/Softwares, Featured
Best astronomy apps for stargazers and space enthusiasts
Let’s face it: there are plenty of mysteries in the cosmos as much as in our ocean. Both vast spaces are beautiful and awesome, yet they are filled with the unknown that keeps pulling back our interest. Because of the beauty and the secrets of observing outer space, plenty of applications have been developed and […]
Posted inHow to's, Trending
90s AI Yearbook: How to generate your own retro-themed images
Remember the baby, old age, and ‘Your Future Kid?‘ filters? How about the K-pop, anime, and Disney-character AI-powered filter trends that have made the rounds on social media in recent years? Well, there is a new trend in town, and this time, you can place your picture in a 90s-themed yearbook, and everyone is jumping […]
Posted inGovernment
Philippines climbs Global Innovation Index rankings, now 56th most innovative economy
The Philippines sees improvement in the Global Innovation Index rankings as it rises to 56th place this year from 59th place in 2022, according to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) report on Wednesday. The ranking involves 132 economies from across the globe. The country, however, saw a better ranking in 2021 when it was […]
Posted inAutomotive
Honda Click 125 special edition, BeAT 2024 launched for HPI’s 50th anniversary
Honda Philippines Inc. is celebrating its 50th anniversary. To commemorate this special event, it has launched a special edition of its best-selling scooter — and the most popular motorcycle in the Philippines — the Honda Click 125.
Posted inTech News
Nokia 800 Tough: Heavy-duty design, 4G LTE, 43-day standby time
Do you want an extra durable, rugged, heavy-duty phone without the unnecessary features of a smartphone? Here’s the Nokia 800 for your consideration.
Posted inTech News
GCash starts charging Php5.00 cash-in fee for linked BPI, UnionBank accounts
After announcing it back in August, GCash has started charging cash-in fees for linked BPI accounts.
Posted inLaptops, Tech News
Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook: 13th-gen Intel CPU, 14-inch flip display, 45W USB-C charging
Lenovo has subtly unveiled the new Flex 5 Chromebook through its Product Specifications Reference (PSREF) website.