As Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. officially takes the seat of the Chief Executive intending to transform the country through his so-called “developmental program,” a group of Pinoy inventors is expressing their interest in becoming a part of the scheme. Leading the voice of the Filipino Inventors Society (FIS) is its president, Ronald Pagsanhan, who, via […]
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GCash Jr. launched for minors
Can’t use GCash because of the age limit? Well, that’s not an issue anymore, as the e-wallet service just launched GCash Jr.
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How to subscribe and pay Spotify Premium with GCash
Remember when you used to tirelessly download music just so you can enjoy it on the go? You don’t have to do that any more thanks to music streaming apps like Spotify.
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One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 is the fastest-selling game in the series
Bandai Namco has revealed that the digital sales and total worldwide shipments of its new game One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 has officially surpassed two (2) million units. With that feat, it makes the latest installment to the Pirate Warriors the fastest-selling ever in the series. One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 was initially launched for […]
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3 telcos team up to build the Philippines’ longest submarine fiber cable network
After what seems to be a major upgrade to the local industry’s biggest telco, competitors Globe and two small telecommunications companies are joining forces for their upgrades, while essentially establishing the Philippines’ longest submarine fiber cable network, worth $150 million (~Php8.3 billion). At 2,500-kilometer wide, Globe is spearheading the project called Philippine Domestic Submarine Cable […]
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Senate Bill 250 aims to impose VAT on digital transactions
In a recently-held State of the Nation Address (SONA), Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr. vowed to impose value-added tax (VAT) on digital transaction services. In response, a senator has just filed a bill embodying just that. Filed by Sen. Pia Cayetano, Senate Bill 250 is asking for the modification of the National Internal Revenue […]
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Mobile users spend 4 hours or more on apps every day — report
While the expectation is that people would return to their pre-2020 routine amid the easing of lockdowns and restrictions, a lot of us are still fixated on mobile devices. Data from analytics firm data.ai shows that mobile users in 13 markets spend at least four hours every day on apps. As published in data.ai’s Q2 […]
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PLDT is planning to terminate 3G services in 2023
After several years of service to millions of Filipino mobile users, PLDT is finally looking to end its 3G service sometime next year. PLDT Chief Finance Officer Anabelle Chua, during a press briefing in Makati, announces the imminent shut-down of the 3G service as the company seemingly plans to “sunset” it, citing that “less than […]
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CHERRY joins 8.8 sale with up to 50% off on select products
Ber months are almost here. Save yourself from the hassle and clamor of the holiday rush by purchasing gifts as early as now. Local tech brand CHERRY has some tech products that may interest you and you can get up to 50% off during the 8.8 monthly sale.
Posted inComputers, Gaming
Razer Strider Chroma, Goliathus Chroma 3XL now in PH
You now have a powerful computer, fast monitor, expensive audio, fancy and colorful keyboard and mouse. What’s missing? A lavish mouse mats. If you want to get one, check out these latest offerings from Razer Philippines: Razer Striber Chroma and Goliathus Chrome 3XL.
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LG Ultra Tab: 10-inch LCD display, Snapdragon 680 CPU, Quad speakers
Since they exited the smartphone business, we never thought we’ll see them in this space again. Yet, here we are. While it’s not technically a phone, but LG released a new mobile device, the LG Ultra Tab.
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Samsung Galaxy A23 5G: 6.6-inch display, Snapdragon 695 CPU, 50MP OIS camera
Like its other budget smartphones, Samsung released the Galaxy A23 5G with no fanfare. This is one of those midrange devices that already existed, but had to be upgraded to fit the 5G era.
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Acer Swift 5 lands in the Philippines
In the market for a sleek, elegant-looking, and powerful laptop? The new Acer Swift 5 might be the one for you as it finally lands in the Philippines.
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OnePlus Nord N20 SE: Helio G35, 50MP camera, 33W fast charging
OnePlus silently released its cheapest smartphone to date, the Nord N20 SE.
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OPPO Reno 8 Z 5G: Snapdragon 695 CPU, OLED display, 33W charging
OPPO held an event in Thailand and launched the Reno 8 and 8 Pro. It was also the stage for the official reveal of an all-new smartphone, the Reno 8Z 5G.