Electric bikes have easily become one of the most popular modes of short-distance transportation in the Philippines today. They are relatively cheap, don’t need gas, and more importantly, are easy to operate.
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ING to exit the Philippine retail banking market
ING Philippines just announced that they will be leaving the local retail banking market before the end of 2022.
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Huawei Nova Y90: Snapdragon 680 CPU, 50MP camera, 90Hz display
Huawei just launched the Nova Y90 carrying a couple of modern specs for those who want a budget phone that packs a punch.
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Samsung gets USD9.7 million fine over misleading waterproof ads
Samsung is facing a USD9.7 million (around Php532 million) fine in Australia after misleading claims on how waterproof Galaxy phones are.
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POCO X4 GT: Dimensity 8100 CPU, 144Hz LCD display, 67W charging
Instead of the F4, everyone’s attention is on the POCO X4 GT after the brand’s latest launch event.
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PH government considering a printable National ID
In a bid to give as many Filipinos their essential identification card before the year ends, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) is already hands-on in bringing a printable National ID to the general public. Per national statistician Dennis Mapa, the PSA is currently fast-tracking the production of physical ID cards that go in print at […]
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POCO F4: Snapdragon 870 CPU, 120Hz AMOLED, 67W battery
Xiaomi sub-brand POCO just launched two new powerful smartphones. One of them is the new POCO F4.
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Philippines is the biggest target of phishing in SEA — report
With a recorded nearly 7 out of 10 cases of phishing that targeted the finance sector between February and April 2022, the Philippines officially takes the rank of being the most targeted country of cybercrime, according to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. The information comes from Kaspersky Security Network (KSN) whose data places the Philippines (68.95%) at […]
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How to watch YouTube videos on the Apple Watch
Smartwatches are great as fitness trackers and for quick glances at information, but for watching YouTube videos on a tiny display, not so much. Still, if you find yourself in a situation where you only have an Apple Watch and no alternative viewing devices available, check the new app called WatchTube. How to Watch YouTube […]
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LTO Penalties for Expired Motorcycle Registration: Fees, Schedule, and FAQs
Riding an unregistered motorcycle is high-risk behavior. You may sometimes get away with it, but if you get apprehended by an officer, then be prepared to pay enormous fines, or worse — get your vehicle impounded. It’s much cheaper to have your Land Transportation Office (LTO) registration renewed than to deal with all of the […]
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Philippine Space Agency rolls out “Pinas”
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), in a bid to support various sectors with their space data needs, rolled out the PhilSA Integrated Network for Space-Enabled Actions towards Sustainability (Pinas). Laid out with utilitarian usage in mind, the project will be put to good use for local government units (LGU), government agencies, civil society, and researchers, […]
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CPP pushes the use of VPN, Tor browser after NTC’s effort to prohibit certain websites
The Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) is encouraging the public to make use of virtual private networks (VPN) or the Tor browser to bypass a “firewall” set by the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) aimed at blocking websites that are deemed in affiliation and in support of the Communist political movement. The statement came from […]
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Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro: 45km range, 700W power, magnetic charging
With these gas prices, owning an electric-powered vehicle seems more like a sound idea. While EVs are way more expensive and e-bikes can be a little daunting, why not own something more affordable and easy to store? That something can be the new Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro.
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Honda Super Cub 50 with retro looks, great fuel economy launched
Honda just released the Super Cub 50 series. Besides its cool retro look, fuel economy is one important reason you might want this bike.
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NLEX invests Php1.2 billion in system upgrades for faster RFID scanning, top-ups
Traveling via the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) can at times feel like a sluggish affair, no thanks to what appears to be a somewhat inefficient system. But the NLEX Corp. is seeking to address that problem by investing in system-wide upgrades worth Php1.2 billion. The company anticipates that the overhaul will provide significant benefit in […]