Scientists from the University of the Philippines Diliman have created a new artificial intelligence model that provides a faster way to predict rainfall from typhoons. The research was led by Cris Gino Mesias and Dr. Gerry Bagtasa from the Institute of Environmental Science and Meteorology. Their work is based on the observation that tropical cyclones […]
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Study finds AI chatbots vulnerable to simple psychological tricks
A new study reveals that some AI chatbots can be manipulated into replying what a user wants it to say by using basic persuasion techniques, like flattery and peer pressure. University of Pennsylvania researchers put OpenAI’s GPT-4o Mini AI model to the test. They used psychological tactics famously outlined by Professor Robert Cialdini in his […]
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TypePad, a blogging pioneer, will shut down and erase all content
One of the earliest and most popular blogging platforms is closing for good. TypePad announced it will shut down entirely on September 30, permanently deleting all blog content hosted on its service. The move gives current and former users a month to export and save any writing or data they wish to keep. After the […]
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OPPO A6 Max: 7000mAh battery, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 CPU, 120Hz OLED display
OPPO has launched a new midrange phone in China, and it packs a serious battery capacity. It is called the OPPO A6 Max.
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Moonton announces Acecraft two-player shoot’em up game
A new mobile game named Acecraft launched globally last August 28 2025, developed by MOONTON Games. This two-player cooperative shooter takes players on a vertical scrolling adventure through the vibrant world of Cloudia. Users can select from eight different pilots, each with special skills, and personalize their aircraft with various Wingmen. The core gameplay requires […]
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TECNO POVA Slim 5G release date confirmed
TECNO has started teasing the POVA Slim 5G as they prepare for its release in the next few days.
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Sci-Fi RPG shooter Destiny: Rising now available on iOS and Android
NetEase Games has officially launched its new free-to-play mobile game, Destiny: Rising, for iOS and Android devices worldwide. The game is a science fiction RPG shooter set in an alternate timeline of the popular Destiny universe. Developed and published by NetEase under a license from Bungie, the creator of Destiny, the game is set after […]
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HoYoverse unveils new creature-collecting game “Honkai: Nexus Anima”
HoYoverse, the developer behind popular games like Genshin Impact, has officially revealed its next major project. The new game is called Honkai: Nexus Anima, and it is a creature-collecting adventure strategy title. The company announced the game by launching its official website and releasing the first footage of gameplay. The game introduces players to a […]
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After 15 years, Skate returns as a free-to-play game
After a long 15-year wait, the beloved Skate video game series is finally making a comeback. The new installment, titled skate., will launch in an early access format on September 16, 2025. This means players can get an early look at the game before its full release. The best part is that this early access […]
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HUAWEI FreeBuds SE 4 now official
Huawei has launched its newest affordable wireless earbuds, the FreeBuds SE 4, introducing a major first for the brand’s value-oriented SE series. It is the first in the line to offer active noise cancellation (ANC), a feature typically found in more expensive models. The HUAWEI FreeBuds SE 4 earbuds come with a multi-mode ANC system […]
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vivo’s new X Fold5 is the foldable for busy executives
For professionals who demand their tech to keep up with a relentless schedule, vivo has unveiled its latest foldable smartphone, the vivo X Fold5, positioning it as the ultimate tool for high-powered executives. Priced at Php109,999, the device is now available in vivo concept stores, kiosks, authorized retailers, and through the official vivo e-store. The […]
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NBA 2K26 showcased at the newest NBA Store in PH
The highly anticipated basketball game NBA 2K26 officially launched in the Philippines at the new NBA Store located in Greenhills Mall. The launch event featured an energetic show match that pitted Gilas Pilipinas esports athletes against top players from the UAAP NBA 2K league and the community. The players competed in NBA 2K’s popular Blacktop […]
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Jabra Panacast 40 VBS: A new video bar for small meeting rooms
Jabra just announced a new product designed for small meeting spaces. The device is called the Jabra PanaCast 40 VBS, and it is the world’s first Android-powered video bar with a 180-degree field of view made for small rooms. The company says this new model builds on the success of its larger PanaCast 50 VBS. […]
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Globe and Google test 10Gbps laser-based internet across Laguna lake
Globe has partnered with Google to successfully transmit high-speed internet wirelessly across Laguna Lake using beams of light. The recent field trial involved technology from Google’s Project TAARA and Globe’s infrastructure subsidiary, FINSI. It demonstrated that Free Space Optics (FSO) can be a powerful tool for providing connectivity in places where laying fiber optic cables […]
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Epson Workforce DS-1730 and DS-1760WN desktop scanners arrive in PH
Epson has announced two new desktop scanners designed to help offices manage their paperwork digitally. The new models, called the WorkForce DS-1730 and DS-1760WN, are built to be fast, user-friendly, and more environmentally friendly. They designed these A4 scanners to handle a wide variety of documents. It can scan up to 30 pages per minute […]