HONOR is going big on mobile gaming with three new smartphones in China: the HONOR WIN 2, WIN RT 2, and WIN Turbo 2. The lineup combines high-refresh-rate displays, powerful Snapdragon processors, and batteries that go beyond 10,000mAh. Leading the charge is the WIN 2, which features a dual-fan cooling system that the company claims can lower temperatures by up to 14.4°C.
OPPO Find X10 Series lands in PH with up to 3 200MP cameras. See prices, preorder deals here
Megapixel wars can feel like an endless marketing game, but every once in a while, a smartphone maker comes along with a good reason to keep counting. The OPPO Find X9 Ultra impressed us with its photographic prowess, and now, the newly launched OPPO Find X10 Series is raising the stakes with a camera setup that looks even more ambitious.
HONOR Play 10 arrives in PH for ₱6,999 with 5,000mAh battery, 90Hz display
Not everyone needs a phone that can shoot 4K video, run demanding games, or juggle a dozen apps at once. Sometimes, a reliable unit for messaging, scrolling through TikTok, and watching videos is more than enough. That’s the audience HONOR is targeting with its latest budget offering, the HONOR Play 10, which has officially arrived in the Philippines for ₱6,999 (roughly $111).
GrabCar Group Ride now offers automatic fare splitting, up to 50% savings per passenger
Having covered Grab‘s regional tech showcases over the past two years, most recently its AI-heavy GrabX summit in Indonesia, it’s easy to focus on the super-app’s latest tech innovations. But sometimes, the most useful updates solve simpler, everyday hassles — like figuring out who owes how much after a late-night ride home with friends.
Yashica Y16 launches with 12MP sensor, retro looks, $119 price tag
A month after we gave you a sneak peek at Yashica‘s latest retro revival, the veil is finally off. The new Yashica Y16 Pocket Camera has officially launched, bringing the unmistakable charm of the company’s 1959 subminiature 16mm film shooter straight into the digital age.
Fujifilm Instax Pal 2, Link Wide 2 launch in PH with prices starting at ₱10,599
Fujifilm is giving photo lovers in the Philippines two new ways to bring their favorite moments out of the screen. The Instax Pal 2 is a pocket-sized digital camera designed for spontaneous snapshots, while the Instax Link Wide 2 turns photos from your phone into physical prints. Both devices are now available locally, with the Pal 2 priced at ₱10,599 (roughly $168) and the Link Wide 2 at ₱10,999 ($175).
REDMI 17 5G, REDMI 17 4G land in PH with 7,500mAh batteries for under ₱15,000
Metro Manila traffic has a way of draining your smartphone’s battery just as quickly as it drains your patience. Xiaomi is looking to make those long commutes a little less stressful with the local launch of the REDMI 17 4G and REDMI 17 5G in the Philippines. Both phones pack a 7,500mAh battery, putting battery life front and center in the sub-₱15,000 (sub-$238 approximately) segment.
HONOR’s Android 17 update is going global: Here is the full MagicOS 11 list
HONOR‘s MagicOS 11 update is officially going global, bringing its Android 17-based overhaul to a range of international devices.
Tesla Roadster reservations open in PH; Thrust variant requires ₱17.5M upfront
The long wait is finally over, or at least the wait to start waiting is over. After years of delays, the second-generation Tesla Roadster is officially making its way to the Philippines. But before you start imagining yourself cruising down the Skyway in an electric hypercar, you’ll need a substantial budget just to secure a reservation.
Home Credit offers zero-down payment, 0% interest deals for iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple‘s latest flagships are officially available in the Philippines starting today, Oct. 16, and Home Credit is making the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max easier to own with its Double Zero financing promo, which lets qualified buyers take home either device without paying a single peso upfront.
Best-performing Android phones and tablets in September 2026
September 2026 has raised the bar for Android device performance. Proprietary silicon is challenging established chipmakers, flagship devices are approaching the 5-million-point milestone, and MediaTek is dominating the sub-flagship segment. For anyone planning a hardware upgrade ahead of the holiday season, here’s a closer look at how the top-performing Android smartphones and tablets rank in Antutu’s latest benchmark data for devices released in China.
Infinix XEnergy L1000, S320 bring affordable backup power to PH
We already knew Infinix was gearing up to launch its first portable power stations in the Philippines, but the company has now revealed the full details. The Transsion subsidiary is officially bringing the Infinix XEnergy L1000 and Infinix XEnergy S320 to the local market, complete with specifications and introductory prices aimed at keeping essential devices running during brownouts and powering off-grid adventures.
TECNO CAMON Slim 5G preorders close Oct. 15 with free MagBadge, discounts
If you’ve been eyeing the TECNO CAMON Slim 5G since we first broke down its Philippine pricing, consider this your final boarding call. The preorder window for the ultra-thin 5G phone closes on Oct. 15, and TECNO is throwing in enough freebies to make the early commitment worthwhile.
OPPO confirms ColorOS 17, Find X10 Series global launch dates
OPPO is gearing up for a busy October, with two major launches set to spotlight its latest software and flagship hardware. The company has confirmed the global unveiling dates for ColorOS 17 and the OPPO Find X10 Series, with the software debuting first on Oct. 13, followed by the flagship smartphones on Oct. 21.
Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo races into Gran Turismo 7 this October
Xiaomi is bringing its electric vehicle ambitions to the virtual track, officially dropping the sleek Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo into Gran Turismo 7 this October.
OPPO slashes up to ₱8,000 off Reno16, Find X9, and more for 10.10 sale
October’s 10.10 rollout tends to be the double-digit sale where technology brands slash prices significantly on hardware you might actually keep in your pocket for the next two years. For its 10.10 2026 campaign running until Oct. 12, OPPO Philippines is cutting prices across Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop, shaving up to ₱8,000 (roughly $128) off its smartphone and ecosystem lineup.
Infinix enters portable power with XEnergy L1000, S320 launching in PH Oct. 10
Infinix has spent the past few years steadily outgrowing its reputation as just a smartphone brand. After pushing into laptops, tablets, and smart TVs, the Transsion Holdings subsidiary is making a pivot into home power. The company has announced the Infinix XEnergy, a new line of portable power stations aimed at keeping everyday gadgets and home essentials running during blackouts and off-grid trips.
TECNO CAMON Slim 5G starts at ₱24,999 in PH, aims to make daily hustle lighter
Smartphone launches are often a predictable barrage of megapixel counts, processor clock speeds, and benchmarking charts. But TECNO took a decidedly different route for the CAMON Slim 5G’s Philippine debut. It transformed a standard tech presentation into a visual story that felt like stepping straight into a fashion editorial.
HONOR 600S arrives in PH with 8,100mAh battery, early-bird pricing from ₱15,799
HONOR has been steadily carving out a niche in the Philippines with models built to take a beating, and its latest release, the HONOR 600S, pushes that formula further. Officially launched in the country, the midrange phone pairs an 8,100mAh battery with a rugged build that seems designed for people who would rather not treat their smartphone like a fragile piece of glass.