The Mobile Number Portability (MNP) service has been availed by over 5,000 subscribers nationwide since its public launch last September, according to Telecommunications Connectivity Inc. (TCI). The network transfers are quickly picking up, as the total significantly increased from the previous 1,000 subscribers who made the switch in October. How to switch networks with Mobile […]
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Steam Winter Sale 2021 is now live
Steam’s Winter Sale is now in full swing. Up until January 5th, you can get big discounts on some of the best PC games available from the Steam Store. Arkane’s immersive simulation Deathloop, which was released only last September, is currently $30, 50% off from its original cost. The price of Sony’s Horizon Zero Dawn […]
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LG unveils its first-ever gaming laptop — UltraGear 17G90Q
LG has officially entered the gaming laptop business with the new UltraGear 17G90Q. The LG UltraGear 17G90Q is equipped with an 11th generation Intel Tiger Lake chipset and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Max-Q GPU. In terms of memory, there’s an option between 16GB and 32GB RAM and up to 1TB M.2 NVME storage. The display […]
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New Xiaomi TV Stick 4K comes with Android TV 11, Dolby Atmos support
People know Xiaomi because of its value-for-money smartphones. But aside from mobile devices, the company has also expanded to appliances to widen its product portfolio. The Xiaomi TV Stick 4K is a new product, but the brand didn’t release an official announcement about it just yet. Instead, its product page on Xiaomi’s website has quietly […]
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How to pay PhilHealth contribution online
Having a PhilHealth membership is possibly the easiest and most accessible form of health insurance you can get here in the Philippines. Pretty much all employers in the country are required to give one to their employees. It’s also easy to obtain for the likes of freelancers and entrepreneurs if you want to go the […]
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Liability clause not changed, says BDO
BDO Unibank Inc. clarified last Tuesday that the liability clause in its terms and conditions was not updated.
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First Xiaomi Exclusive Service Center in the Philippines now open
Xiaomi Philippines opens its first exclusive service center in the country.
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How to register your dog to the PCCI
Are you planning to register your dog to the PCCI? Here’s how you can register dogs in the Philippines.
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Globe eSIM ONENUMBER199 promo launched for the Apple Watch
The eSIM technology for the Apple Watch has been around for a while. For the uninitiated, it gives the wearable standalone internet connectivity, so you can stay connected even if you’re away from your phone, even without WiFi.
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DICT deploys WiFi and charging stations in typhoon-hit areas
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) deployed more WiFi and charging stations to Cebu areas affected by Typhoon Odette. Currently, there are now 16 operational stations where Filipinos can charge their devices and get internet connectivity. Robinsons Galleria Sto. Niño Church exit Ayala SM Seaside SM City Consolacion City/Municipal Halls SM City Cebu […]
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Vivo Y32: Snapdragon 680, 5000mAh battery, 6.51-inch display
Vivo got first dibs on the brand new Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset and put it on the Y32.
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Color Message app with malware infected over 500,000 Android users
Over 500,000 Android users have installed an app from the Google Play Store containing the Joker malware. Cybersecurity experts from Pradeo discovered the malware in the ‘Color Message’ app, which prompted Google to remove it from its app marketplace. Before being taken down, the app had been downloaded and installed more than 500,000 times. Color […]
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SKYBIZ now Microsoft Cloud Service Provider certified, to offer up to 10Gbps speeds
Sky Cable’s internet provider arm, SKYBIZ, has been granted a Microsoft Cloud Service Provider certification in the Philippines.
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Roblox accused to be unsafe for children
Roblox, a popular online game platform with an estimated 200 million players worldwide, is being accused of exploiting young children. YouTube channel People Make Games posted a video on Monday enumerating several problems in Roblox. The video began with a claim that Roblox lacks protection for young developers who join development teams operating outside the […]
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Toyota’s remote start via key fob requires $8 monthly subscription
Toyota owners whose car models are from 2018 or later need to pay $8 a month to keep using their key fob’s remote start feature. Unless they’ve read the fine print, owners may be unfamiliar with this recurring payment. This is especially surprising to those who’ve been able to remotely start their cars using their […]