POCO is back to its old tricks, pushing the boundaries of what a performance smartphone should cost and deliver. The Xiaomi sub-brand just dropped the POCO X8 Pro Series, and for the first time, it is bringing a Pro Max model to the lineup. If you thought battery anxiety was a thing of the past, POCO is making absolutely sure of it with some of the most overkill spec sheets we have seen this year.
PH dominates HONOR Southeast Asia Summit 2026 with 24 awards
If you’ve been paying attention to the local smartphone market, you know HONOR has been aggressively carving out its own space since its market re-entry. Now, the brand has the actual hardware to prove it.
Free VinFast EV charging extended to 2029 in the Philippines, India, Indonesia
If you’re on the fence about buying an electric vehicle, free juice for the next few years might just tip the scales. Vietnamese automaker VinFast has announced it is extending its free EV charging program for drivers in the Philippines, India, and Indonesia through March 31, 2029.
MyOPPO referral promo launched with GCash rewards, Reno15 discounts
OPPO Philippines is looking to grow its community this summer by incentivizing its current user base to recruit friends to its official membership platform. The company recently announced the MyOPPO Referral Campaign, a limited-time promotion that rewards successful referrals with GCash credits and substantial discounts on the new OPPO Reno15 Series 5G phones: the Reno15 Pro 5G, Reno15 5G, and Reno15 F 5G models.
HONOR X8d launching in PH March 19. Watch our unboxing reel
HONOR Philippines is filling out its 2026 calendar with the HONOR X8d, the brand’s third smartphone launch this year. Set to officially debut in the country on March 19, the device is a clear play for the student and lifestyle market, leaning heavily on a slim industrial design and a pixel-dense 108-megapixel primary camera.
Home Credit Galaxy S26 preorder promo: Up to ₱29,000 off, 0% interest, 0 down payment
Samsung‘s Galaxy S26 Series phones are finally here. If you’ve seen our Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra camera test or the price announcement, you already know these devices are serious hardware statements. But with the Ultra initially crossing the ₱100,000 (roughly $1,682) mark, the “Ultra” name feels just as true for the dent it makes in your wallet.
Globe Galaxy Forever returns offering annual upgrades for Samsung Galaxy S26 Series
If you’ve been following the smartphone scene for a while, “Galaxy Forever” might sound familiar. Globe first tried the annual upgrade idea in 2014, and more recently extended it to Galaxy Z foldable buyers in 2025. But the new versions are a different beast entirely. Instead of being an experimental add‑on, the program is now a subscription model designed to keep you on a steady path to Samsung‘s latest flagship.
HONOR teams up with ARRI for cinematic smartphone video
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View PostApple’s Mac overhaul is here: The ₱39,990/ $599 MacBook Neo is the star
Apple‘s first major hardware drop of the year is officially here. While the mobile devices have their own share of updates (see iPhone 17e, M4 iPad Air PH price starts at ₱42,990: Apple’s value offensive), the real shakeup is happening to the Mac. The company just unleashed a top-to-bottom refresh of its laptop lineup, introducing the M5 MacBook Air, the powerhouse M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros, and a completely new entry-level wildcard: the MacBook Neo.
HONOR put a robot in a phone, and it’s the MWC 2026 spectacle we deserved
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View PostInfinix NOTE Edge arrives in PH with ₱12,999 starting promo price, ‘King of Edge’ raffle
Infinix Philippines just dropped its latest midrange contender, the Infinix NOTE Edge, and it is making a loud play for the “premium feel, budget price” crown. On paper, it looks like a design-forward disruptor aimed squarely at Gen Z, but what really stands out is how the company managed to cram a large 6,500mAh battery into a frame that is just 7.2mm thick.
HONOR MWC event set for March 1; humanoid service robot, Robot Phone, Magic V6 to be showcased
HONOR is about to have a very ambitious week in Barcelona, Spain.
TECNO CAMON 50 Pro, CAMON 50 launched with Sony LYT-700C main camera
TECNO has officially pulled back the curtain on its latest camera-focused duo, and it’s a clear signal that the midrange imaging war is heating up for 2026. The company just quietly launched the TECNO CAMON 50 4G and TECNO CAMON 50 Pro 4G in several African markets.
TECNO POVA Curve 2 5G fits 8,000mAh battery in slim body
TECNO just made a big move in the smartphone endurance race. The newly announced TECNO POVA Curve 2 5G manages to fit a huge 8,000mAh battery inside a 7.42mm chassis.
Infinix NOTE Edge launches in PH Feb. 24 with huge raffle promo
Infinix is officially bringing its latest midrange disruptor to the Philippines, and it’s coming for the crown. The company confirmed that the Infinix NOTE Edge, dubbed the “King of Edge,” will make its local debut on Feb. 24.
Google wants to use AI to save you from… AI scams
By 2026, the internet feels less like a library and more like a minefield. Deepfakes, “snatch‑and‑run” theft, and phishing texts that look way too convincing. It’s a mess. On Feb. 10, Google Philippines marked Safer Internet Day with a pitch that sounds almost ironic: fight AI‑powered threats with more AI.
Samsung Galaxy S26 launch set: Confirmed date, leaked specs and prices
The wait for the next era of Android is over — or at least, the date is set. Samsung has officially broken its silence, confirming that Galaxy Unpacked 2026 will take place on Feb. 25.