Next-gen consoles such as PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S ushered a new era in gaming. While they may feel new, these consoles are actually three years old now.
Posted inAudio, Hands-on
OnePlus Nord Buds 2 Review
OnePlus’ Nord series was created to reach more markets. Under this line, the company has released a couple of products that aim to deliver great value for the money. That’s the same thing they’re trying to do with the Nord Buds 2.
Posted inGovernment, Tech News
Mandatory use of PH-made air quality monitors pushed by DOST
To be issued the Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC), the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Industry Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) is asking the government to consider the use of Robust Optical Aerosol Monitor or ROAM—the country’s first-ever locally-made air quality monitoring apparatus. DOST-PCIEERD is making an effort to standardize the […]
Posted inTelecoms
Smart Bro 30-day Unli data now costs Php799
Smart Communications recently announced its UNLI Data 799 promo that comes with 30 days of unlimited internet access to all websites and apps.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
HONOR Pad V8: Dimensity 8020 CPU, 11-inch 120Hz, 7250mAh battery
After revealing the Pad V8 Pro late last year, people were wondering if a vanilla non-Pro variant will ever come out. Well, now it did, as the company announced the HONOR Pad V8.
Posted inSmartphones, Tech News
Canalys: Samsung beats Apple in Q1 2023
Market analytics firm Canalys recently released its Worldwide Smartphone Shipments report for the first quarter of 2023.
Posted inTelecoms
PLDT eyes cheaper internet rates as inflation worsens
PLDT Inc. is studying the possibility of releasing cheaper internet services as inflation worsens for consumers, which also results in weakened demand for broadband packages.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
Samsung Galaxy A24 LTE now in the Philippines
Samsung Philippines recently launched a non-5G midrange phone in the country, the Galaxy A24 LTE.
Posted inAndroid
OPPO shares the story behind the ‘Aquamorphic Design’ of ColorOS 13
In this modern digital age, people have been given access to a vast amount of information on different devices. With people’s increasing reliance on smart devices, and device usage and cost of maintenance surging, it’s no surprise that technology does not only bring convenience but is also causing anxiety. The overflow of information is drowning […]
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Filipino, Israeli cybersecurity firms join forces to fight data leaks in PH
Bringing to the Philippines its first-ever Threat Operations Center (TOC)-as-a-service solution, Philippine IT company Traxion Tech Inc. and Israeli cybersecurity service provider I+Cyber conducted a joint partnership for that goal. The TOC is a streamlined hub that gathers intelligence on advanced persistent threats, crimeware, and botnets to disseminate such information to its clients. It aims […]
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Airbnb searches in PH surged by 400% in time for travel season
It’s summertime again in the Philippines, which is the perfect time for a family and friends getaway. At the same time, Filipinos are set to travel out of town, especially after the pandemic’s peak in the past years prevented people from traveling from one place to another, even locally. That also means a surge in […]
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PH digital economy hits Php2.08 trillion in 2022 — PSA
Amid the influx of digital transactions, the Philippines’ digital economy hits an all-time high of Php2.08 trillion in 2022, an 11 percent increase relative to 2021’s Php1.87 trillion, per the initial report by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). In the same report, it states that 9.4 percent of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP)—or the […]
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StabilityAI’s upscaler can 4x the resolution of low-quality images
Despite what the “zoom and enhance” trope on film and TV wants you to believe, no amount of digital zooming or image enhancement can create information that wasn’t captured in the original photo. But with powerful artificial intelligence, we can at least create realistic-looking images even from low-quality or pixelated source material. Enter Stability.AI and […]
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How to contact Maya customer service
After its major rebrand from being called PayMaya, it looks like Maya is now more serious about taking over and dominating the e-wallein the Philippines.
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OPPO Find N2 Flip owners to get top-notch aftersales service
OPPO recently brought its first flip phone to the Philippines, the Find N2 Flip — a smartphone that boasts a pocket-portable design and great battery life. It allows users to quickly see notifications and interact with the device thanks to the larger outer display— all crammed inside a sophisticated design.