Chromebooks are popular and recommended in the academic sector because they’re affordable yet well-equipped for students and teachers. But as it turns out, Chromebooks may not be the smart choice in the long run as they start failing in just a few years. The US Public Interest Research Group recently published a report entitled the […]
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PNP portal data leaked, not hacked — DICT
Following an alleged “data breach” that saw more than 1.2 million records of law enforcement agencies in the hands and sights of unscrupulous individuals, the Department of Communications and Information Technology (DICT) claims that it was an information leak. “It was not a hack. It was a data leak.” — DICT Secretary Ivan Uy (via […]
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5 essential travel apps for your mobile phone
As the pandemic restrictions started to ease globally, this also meant reopening tourist destinations and travel opportunities. During the onslaught of COVID-19, we’ve been inevitably forced to stay in the safety of our homes, and most of our travel plans were cut short as people returned to their respective countries or provinces to ensure they […]
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AI-powered glasses can listen to conversations and tell you what to say
Nowadays, technology has become so advanced that even Artificial Intelligence (AI) is made even more impressive by making it work for unique use cases. Check out this recent innovation by Stanford University students who developed a pair of glasses that lets its wearer know the answer to given situations. For example, you are nervous during […]
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After Windows and Linux, LockBit ransomware eyes Apple Macs
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a new LockBit ransomware variant that specifically targets Apple Mac products. LockBit ransomware is primarily known for infecting Linux and Windows computers. However, a newly identified build tagged as “locker_Apple_M1_64” indicates that macOS infections could be on the horizon. MalwareHunterTeam, the researchers who discovered the new LockBit ransomware for Mac, also […]
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AcadArena to offer gaming scholarships for Filipinos
Partnering up with Internet celebrities and 100 Thieves content creators Leslie Ann “Fuslie” Fu and Rachell “Valkyrae” Hofstetter, AcadArena is launching gaming scholarships, which will include the group’s prominent convention, CONQuest. In celebration of her comeback to the Philippines for this year’s CONQuest, Rachell Hofstetter is launching the “Valkyrae’s Homecoming Scholarship,” which will be granted […]
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ShopBack PH gave away Php105M in cashback rewards in 2022
Cashback rewards platform ShopBack Philippines has revealed that it awarded over Php105M in cashback to Filipino users in 2022. The platform, whose parent group drives over US$3.7 billion in annual sales for more than 15,000 partner merchants across the Asia Pacific, has become a go-to destination for savvy shoppers who want to get the most […]
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vivo Y78 Plus: 6.78-inch 120Hz AMOLED, Snapdragon 695 CPU, 44W charging
In the market for a midrange phone that’s big on numbers? vivo has one with the new Y78+.
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Ookla: Smart is still the fastest, Globe the most consistent in Q1 2023
Ookla’s Speedtest Intelligence report for the first quarter of 2023 is in.
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LTO registration for below 200cc motorcycles now valid for 3 years
Did you just buy a brand-new motorcycle with less than 200cc engine displacement? Here’s some good news, as the Land Transportation Office (LTO) will now grant you a registration that is valid for three years.
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Wiko Hi Enjoy 60 5G: Dimensity 6020, 6.75-inch HD+, 6000mAh battery
Wiko previously made a deal with Huawei to rebrand the latter’s smartphones that weren’t allowed to get 5G connectivity. Now, this partnership has resulted in another release, the Wiko Hi Enjoy 60 5G.
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Honda Rebel 1100 arrives in the Philippines
Honda Philippines wrapped up its 2023 Makina Moto Show presence by launching the new Rebel 1100 in the country.
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DICT plans to make gov’t systems interoperable with eGOV super app
The Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT) recently plans for the eGov PH super app to become interoperable to allow easier access to various government services in the country. DICT is currently searching for beta testers for their said plan to assess whether the various systems are running smoothly. There are about 175 websites […]
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Plastic card shortage pushes LTO to issue paper licenses
Lacking the essential material needed to produce plastic-made driver’s license cards, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) is temporarily opting to release driver’s licenses made of paper. Per a report by 24 Oras’ Joseph Morong, while some licensing offices such as Quezon City and Pasay may still have plastic cards to release, it will not be […]
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Dota 2 New Frontiers 7.33 update reveals bigger map, twin gates, mini-bosses, and more
Dota 2’s gameplay update 7.33, aka “New Frontiers”, has been released. And it’s huge! The free-to-play MOBA game’s map is now 40 percent bigger and adds several new points of interest. First off, Roshan now resides at two new pits at the northwest and southwest corners of the map. Near these two pits are portals […]