Apple just tagged the $4-trillion mark, getting a brief taste of a valuation club previously occupied only by Microsoft and Nvidia. But while those two companies rode the generative AI hype train all the way to the bank, Apple got there the old-fashioned way: by selling a metric ton of new phones.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 could be a massive leap for affordable phones
Qualcomm has just pulled the wraps off the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, and while a 6-series chipset doesn’t usually get the blood pumping, this one is different. It’s a rethink of what a budget-to-midrange smartphone should feel like, built on a modern 4nm process. For everyone tired of laggy, cheap phones, this processor is the new baseline, and it’s surprisingly strong.
Globe’s GFiber Prepaid triples down on top speed: 300Mbps for P1,499
Globe‘s GFiber Prepaid has quietly leveled up. The telecommunications company is now offering blazing-fast speeds of up to 300Mbps, a massive jump that gives it a three-fold advantage over rival Converge’s prepaid fiber service.
Get Globe fiber internet installed for just P1 with your Xiaomi purchase
This holiday season, Globe At Home and Xiaomi have officially teamed up to deliver the gift of seamless, cutting-edge connectivity and smart home technology for Filipino families.
Philippine National Budget Blockchain Act explained: Is blockchain the cure for corruption?
View PostQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 brings 3nm power, agentic AI to Android flagships
Unveiled at this year’s Snapdragon Summit, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 has officially landed — and it’s a monster of a mobile chip.
MediaTek Dimensity 9500 unveiled; vivo, OPPO lead rollout with Oct flagships
MediaTek is done waiting in the wings. It has officially launched its new flagship mobile platform, the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 — a powerhouse built to drive the next wave of top-tier smartphones by pushing the boundaries of on-device artificial intelligence (AI), console-class gaming, and all-day efficiency.
Dimensity 9500 incoming? MediaTek sets Sept 22 launch
Qualcomm made headlines earlier this week by revealing the name of its new flagship processor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen Elite 5, which is expected to debut on September 23.
‘Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5’ is official — and it’s coming to Android flagships
Qualcomm’s next premium mobile platform has a name: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. And it’s not just a spec bump, but a redefinition of how the company talks about performance, branding, and generational progress.
From iPhones to e-bikes: Inside Home Credit’s billion-peso bet on the Filipino consumer
With 12 million customers and nearly half a trillion pesos in loans, Home Credit has become a quiet giant in getting gadgets into Filipino hands.
HUAWEI’s new service program is the customer care upgrade we needed
View PostAI adoption could drive P1.8T in growth for PH, Google-backed study reveals
A new study, commissioned by Google and conducted by UK-based research agency Public First, projects a massive boost for the Philippine economy thanks to artificial intelligence.
We tried ColourGrid, Timezone’s latest interactive attraction — and it’s vibrant fun
Timezone, the global family entertainment giant with over 320 locations across seven countries, has officially unveiled its newest attraction in the Philippines — ColourGrid.
Smart launches KiQ, an app-based telco service. Here’s how it works
View Post16 years strong: Cignal steps into its next era as a multimedia powerhouse
For years, Cignal has been synonymous with pay TV in the Philippines. But if you thought Cignal was just about linear channels and satellite dishes, think again. As the company celebrates its 16th anniversary, it’s igniting a full-blown transformation, complete with a new logo and a bold declaration: Cignal is now a “dynamic multimedia powerhouse.” And honestly, it’s about time.
Influencer approved: Why Huawei Care is your smart choice for device protection
Huawei Philippines is renowned for designing high-quality products. Now, you can upgrade your premium experience with the company’s technology and safeguard your devices for life’s unexpected moments with Huawei Care. This offers comprehensive protection and expert repair services designed to keep your device running like new, no matter what comes your way.
MediaTek Dimensity 9400e launched to boost on-device AI, gaming
MediaTek has announced the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, a new entry to its flagship Dimensity mobile-processor family.
Xiaomi posts strong Q1 2025 growth despite PH smartphone slump
The Philippine smartphone market experienced a turbulent start to 2025, marked by overall contraction and a dramatic reshuffling of vendor rankings. While the first quarter of 2025 saw most major players facing declining shipments, Xiaomi managed to buck the trend with significant positive momentum.
OPPO PH’s Mother’s Day deal gives you a chance to win Mom a salon trip
OPPO Philippines is jumping on the Mother’s Day bandwagon. But instead of the usual discounts on shiny new hardware, the company’s angle this year is “repairs.” Yep, if you happen to need service on your OPPO device this week, you might get something extra for Mom.