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, PH’s first fully 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.
Your fave Filipino YouTubers are about to become walking Shopee ‘budol’ masters
View PostTrouble brewing for the Nintendo Switch 2 amid 145% US tariff
So, everyone’s hyped about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, right? It’s the follow-up to one of the most successful consoles of all time, having sold 150.86 million units as of the end of last year.
MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Plus brings minor speed bump, major connectivity upgrades
MediaTek has announced its latest flagship processor, the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Plus, which just debuted on the OPPO Find X8s series! As expected, it’s more of an iterative bump than a revolution compared to last year’s Dimensity 9400 found in a couple of phones available in the Philippines, such as the OPPO Find X8 and vivo X200, but it packs a few notable upgrades under the hood.
Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 announced: Up to 49% faster GPU vs SD 8s Gen 3
Qualcomm has unveiled its latest sub-flagship chipset, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, succeeding the highly popular Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 found in phones like the HONOR 200 Pro, POCO F6, and realme GT 6. Internally codenamed SM8735, the new chip is built on TSMC’s N4 4nm manufacturing process.
Globe At Home 5G WiFi arrives in PH powered by the ‘iPhone of modems’
Local telecom operator Globe is rolling out a new service under its Globe At Home broadband platform.
HONOR Alpha Plan ushers in new era of AI devices
HONOR unveiled the HONOR Alpha Plan, its bold new strategy to transition from a smartphone manufacturer to a leading AI device ecosystem company. The plan introduces a visionary three-step roadmap, underscoring HONOR’s commitment to innovation and collaboration. Through this initiative, the company invites the technology industry to join in building an open, value-sharing ecosystem designed to maximize human potential.
Create the AI Future: TECNO presents next-gen AI ecosystem at MWC 2025
TECNO is excited to announce its participation at MWC Barcelona 2025, March 3 to March 6, showcasing how it is unlocking the potential of AI technologies. The AI-driven technology brand’s show theme of “Create the AI Future” highlights how it is empowering users through AI innovation, realizing practical applications of AI, and creating AI-enhanced futures for users in emerging markets.
Inside Qualcomm’s SEA Summit: Snapdragon X and the AI PC revolution
View PostTranssion leads PH smartphone market in 2024. See top 5 vendors here
The smartphone market in the Philippines continued its growth streak for the second year in a row, despite facing challenges such as the weakening peso and unpredictable weather.