Get ready to put your phone through the wringer. HONOR is officially dropping the HONOR X9d 5G globally — in Malaysia specifically — on September 24, a device the company is billing as the new king of durability. Following in the tough-as-nails footsteps of its predecessors, the X9d comes with a laundry list of upgrades and some genuinely wild claims about its ability to survive a beating.
Redmi 15C 5G rolls out in Europe, Asia; hints at PH arrival
Xiaomi‘s budget-friendly Redmi sub-brand has a new 5G contender. The Redmi 15C 5G has officially landed in several European markets, including Poland, France, Spain, and Hungary, and has also popped up in Asia, specifically in Thailand. This quiet rollout, coupled with our discovery of a Redmi 15C 5G FAQ guide on Xiaomi Philippines’ official website, strongly suggests the device is gearing up for a local debut, following the recent launch of its 4G sibling.
realme 15 Pro 5G, realme 15 5G debut in PH with P18,999 starting price
realme has officially launched its new number series in the Philippines, and this time, the focus is squarely on the camera. Anchored on a campaign to #LiveForReal, the realme 15 Pro 5G and realme 15 5G are built around a versatile and powerful imaging system designed to capture “raw, authentic moments” with a suite of new AI-powered tools.
‘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.
Top 10 best-selling smartphones of Q2 2025: Apple, Samsung leave little room for rivals
The latest global smartphone sales numbers are in, and they paint a stark picture of market consolidation.
Kodak Charmera lands in PH, but finding one might be tough
The Kodak Charmera is tiny, nostalgic, and weirdly irresistible — a digital camera disguised as a keychain, wrapped in retro vibes, and sold like a collectible toy. After stirring up buzz online, it has finally landed in the Philippines. But getting one? That’s a whole other story.
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.
iPhone 17, Air, Pro, Pro Max: Price, availability, specs comparison
View PostRedmi 15C hits PH with big battery, big screen, P5,299 starting price
Xiaomi‘s Redmi sub-brand is making another assertive play for the Philippine market, this time with the Redmi 15C.
OPPO partners with MSL to boost campus esports in PH
In a move that signals a deeper investment in youth culture and gaming communities, OPPO Philippines has teamed up with Moonton Student Leaders Philippines to supercharge the country’s campus esports scene.
Apple still rules premium phones, but HUAWEI, Google, Xiaomi are gaining speed
View PostUltrathin HONOR Magic V5 lands in PH alongside HONOR MagicPad 3
The wait is finally over. After making waves with its global debut, HONOR has officially brought its flagship foldable, the HONOR Magic V5, to the Philippines.
Best-performing Android devices in Aug 2025, CN edition
Antutu has released its benchmark performance rankings for the Chinese market for August 2025, giving us a clear picture of the most powerful Android devices just before the annual wave of next-gen chipsets. The results show familiar names at the top, with a few interesting shifts in the landscape.
HUAWEI, GCash bring Watch Pay to iOS users. Here’s how to set it up
View PostTECNO, Dxomark open fully automated imaging lab that could change camera testing
Transsion Holdings subsidiary TECNO and the camera-testing gurus at Dxomark have unveiled what they’re calling a world-first: a fully automated imaging laboratory in Chongqing, China — officially named the TECNO Dxomark Joint Imaging Laboratory. Yup, they’ve essentially built a robotic system that can test and score a smartphone camera from start to finish without a human ever touching it.
HUAWEI’s new service program is the customer care upgrade we needed
View PostHUAWEI Pura 80 launches at P47,999, rounding out brand’s flagship lineup in PH
The final piece of HUAWEI‘s new flagship puzzle has just clicked into place. After teasing its arrival last week alongside the launch of its more powerful siblings, the HUAWEI Pura 80 is now officially available for preorder in the Philippines with a price tag of P47,999 (roughly $840).
realme phones get up to P5,000 off in FanFest Payday Sale
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy a new phone, realme Philippines is making a strong case for your payday cash. As part of its 2025 FanFest celebration, the company is rolling out significant discounts across its lineup, from budget-friendly workhorses to its more premium models.
vivo X Fold5 gets P21,500 discount in PH for limited time
You still have time to buy the vivo X Fold5 at a lower cost, thanks to an exclusive promotion that drops its price by as much as P21,500 (roughly $378) just less than two weeks after its launch. The deal makes the first foldable from vivo in Southeast Asia an even more compelling option for those looking to experience a flagship device with a massive folding screen.
Samsung Galaxy A17, Galaxy A07 now available for purchase in PH
Samsung is continuing its push for accessible tech in the Philippines, with its latest A-series phones, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A07, now available for purchase even if they have not been officially launched worldwide just yet.