Comparing the volume of digital payments to total retail payments, the Philippines has seen a dramatic increase of 30.3 percent—an up from what was 20.1% a year before, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)’s recent data on e-payments. A positive prospect, BSP Governor Felipe Medalla claims that the trend is closer to the […]
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Dasca Fiber Blaze Plans: Internet Speed, Requirements, Fees, Cable, Coverage
Not a lot of people in the Philippines may have heard of them, but Dasca Cable is one of the most popular local internet service providers in Cavite.
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Narzo becomes its own brand, first phones launching in PH soon
Narzo just announced that it will now become a standalone brand but will remain within the Realme ecosystem. To mark this development, the company will be launching two new smartphones in the Philippines.
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iPhone and iPad models supported by Live Text in videos
If you missed Apple’s WWDC 2022, the company revealed it has several new features in store for iPhone users with iOS 16. A number of existing features in iOS 15 are also getting an upgrade with the upcoming major release that’s expected to arrive later this year. One of these features is Live Text in […]
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How to check PLDT Fiber availability in your area
Thinking of finally upgrading your PLDT DSL line to Fiber? Or are you a first-time PLDT subscriber who wants to jump straight to the fastest service the provider offers? Whoever you might be, it is best to check first if the PLDT Fiber service is available in your area.
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Mobile Legends pro gamer “Hadji” builds dream house
Yet another Filipino pro gamer is unveiling the fruits of their labor. Salic “Hadji” Imam of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang world champion Blacklist International revealed on Facebook that one of his dreams has come true: to build a house for his family. “Ang saya sa pakiramdam na unti-unti ko nang natutupad mga pangarap ko,” Hadji […]
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Samsung 32-inch 4K UHD Smart Monitor M8 now in PH
Looking for a fancy new monitor for work, play, or entertainment? Check out the new Samsung 32-inch 4K UHD Smart Monitor M8, which just made its way to the Philippines.
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Meralco ordered to refund Php21.8 billion to customers
The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has been ordered by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to refund Php21.769 billion to customers.
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Apple’s Lockdown Mode is protection against state-sponsored hackers
As high-profile users, such as politicians and activists, tend to be the favorite target of state-sponsored hackers, Apple has implemented a feature that will safeguard such individuals from the scheme, if they own an iPhone—the Lockdown Mode. As the name implies, Apple‘s Lockdown Mode is a feature that forces the iPhone, iPad, and MacBook to […]
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Telco exec urges public to use in-device filters to combat SMS scams
The recent years have seen a rapid rise of scams disguised as SMS in the Philippines, often offering jobs at a “high rate,” which coincides with the country’s increasing shift to digital. While telcos have been active in the fight against this type of fraud, there is also a request to the public to be […]
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Counter-Strike Map Prefixes: What do they mean?
If you are an avid Counter-Strike gamer, then you most probably have a favorite map among the many dozens available, the one that you immediately go to as soon as you open the game. Maybe it’s the classic cs_assault or de_dust2, or the widely popular de_mirage. But have you ever wondered what those map prefixes […]
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HTC A101 tablet: 10-inch IPS screen, UNISOC T618, 7000mAh
There had been a huge demand for tablets that even HTC decided to make one. Its latest release, the HTC A101, was introduced without fanfare. Understandably so, since its specs and features are nothing too interesting.
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Yamaha E01 electric scooter is an NMax lookalike
Back in March, the Yamaha Neo electric scooter was launched in Europe and offered an affordable option for daily commutes. But for higher performance and a sporty look, the Yamaha E01 is the better choice. The Yamaha E01 was first unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show as an electric scooter concept to showcase Yamaha’s electric […]
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Cyberpunk Edgerunners Anime: Story, Release date, Trailer
CD Projekt Red, the game developer behind Cyberpunk 2077, had previously revealed that part of the franchise’s roadmap is an anime adaptation of the popular board game. The company subsequently revealed the title of said anime as Cyberpunk Edgerunners, which has been active in development since and will release exclusively on Netflix. So, how does […]
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How to fix Fall Guys ‘Failed to Login’ error
Ever Since Fall Guys went free-to-play, the game’s servers have been struggling to keep up with the demand from players all over the world. Servers are often slow or inaccessible, due to the overwhelming surge of players in multiple platforms like PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. This resulted in multiple errors and bugs, which […]