Research firm OpenSignal recently revealed that the download speeds and 4G availability in the Philippines have impressively improved in the last two years.
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Iranian hacking group used Android malware to steal 2FA codes
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is only effective at adding an extra layer of account security if the device to which you receive a verification code is itself uncompromised. Otherwise, the code can be stolen to effectively bypass 2FA, which a group of Iranian hackers has been uncovered to be doing for years in targeting Iranian dissidents […]
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Smart Communications commended in the international scene for improved 4G availability
Smart Communications, Inc., a subsidiary of the telco giant PLDT, has received a global citation for its improved network.
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Xiaomi Mi 10T series release date revealed
After a lot of leaks and rumors, the official release date for the Xiaomi Mi 10T series has been revealed.
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LTO will require registration, driver’s license for e-bikes and electric scooters
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has submitted a draft of guidelines to the Department of Transportation (DOTr) that requires e-scooters and e-bikes to be registered and the owners to have a license. The DOTr, in turn, is currently drafting a memorandum circular on the operation of electric-powered vehicle. Once the memorandum is approved and published, […]
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Vivo Watch: AMOLED display, health tracker, water resistance, and more
BBK, the parent company of Vivo, is seeing an expansion in its catalog as Vivo launches its entry in the smartwatch business—the Vivo Watch. While the name “Vivo Watch” might seem oversimplified and a little lazy, the device’s end-result is anything but. Which, if compared with its siblings from the OPPO and Realme camps, is […]
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Over 500,000 Activision Call of Duty accounts reportedly hacked
Multiple reports are claiming over 500,000 Activision accounts have been exposed in a September 20 data breach. In one report by gaming site Dexerto, login credentials to these Activision accounts, which are used for games such as Call of Duty, have been leaked publicly. The hackers may have also changed the recovery details of these […]
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Cell sites are safe and not a health hazard, FDA clarifies
It’s no secret that there are people who are worried about the possible health hazards of radiofrequency radiations emitted from cell sites.
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POCO X3 NFC vs Realme 7: Specs Comparison
Looking for a feature-packed smartphone that doesn’t break the bank? This specs comparison is for you.
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PLDT bans over 2,900 websites circulating child pornography
In its efforts to support the government in stopping online sexual exploitation of children (OSEC), internet service provider PLDT has blocked over 2,900 websites that have been identified to be sources and/or distributors of child pornography. Per PLDT’s chief information security officer, Angel Redoble, the telco has blocked at least 12 billion attempts by its […]
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Realme 7 series launch date in PH confirmed
The Realme 7 and 7 Pro’s release date in the Philippines has been announced.
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Xiaomi patent hints at a sliding phone with flexible screen
German website, WindowsUnited, has come across a patent by Xiaomi which puts a slight twist to the smartphone via its sliding design. In effect, it is quite synonymous with Xiaomi’s previous product, the Mi Mix 3. But the patented design adds a bit of flair into the blueprint by featuring a flexible wraparound display at […]
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Vivo V20 Pro: Snapdragon 765G 5G, dual selfie cameras, 33W fast charging
Vivo has introduced a new premium midrange phone dubbed as the V20 Pro.
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Realme C17: 90Hz display, Snapdragon 460, 5000mAh battery
The Realme C17 has just been announced and it’s a budget phone that’s big on numbers.
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OPPO Reno 4 SE: Dimensity 720, 5G, 65W fast charging
The OPPO Reno 4 SE have been unveiled in China as the cheapest model in its current Reno line.