It was earlier this week when Microsoft announced that it has agreed to purchase Activision Blizzard in an all-cash deal worth $68.7 billion. The acquisition sent shockwaves around the globe and will catapult the American tech giant to the top of the gaming scene as the third-largest game publisher in the world, only behind Tencent and Sony. It is easily the biggest in the history of the gaming industry.
What Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard deal means for Xbox, Game Pass
In case you missed the huge, possibly landscape-changing announcement, Microsoft has agreed to acquire Activision Blizzard in a mega-deal worth $68.7 billion. Activision Blizzard is also facing multiple lawsuits and federal investigations following accusations of harassment and misconduct.
This is Huawei’s Xbox-like controller for TVs & mobile devices
Huawei has unveiled a shiny new gaming hardware — and, no, it’s not a monitor. That’s probably coming later, we hope.
Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 world’s 1st 4K 240Hz gaming monitor
It’s just a few days away from the International CES 2022 technology conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, and one of the products you might want to watch for is a display from Samsung.
Realme PH e-store now open, offers up to 62% discount for limited time
The Philippines’ No. 1 smartphone brand for three consecutive quarters finally has its own e-shopping platform.
Realme devices up to 52% off at Nov 26 online sale in PH
The Philippines’ No. 1 smartphone brand for three consecutive quarters is holding an online sale the whole day tomorrow, November 26.
Nintendo Switch ‘killer’ OnexPlayer 1S now in PH
Surprise, surprise: The OnexPlayer 1S, essentially a handheld gaming PC from startup One-Netbook, is now available in the Philippines through local gaming retailer DataBlitz.
Lenovo Legion Play gaming handheld spotted on brand’s site
Big oops! It appears that Lenovo might debut its own portable gaming device soon, to rival the likes of the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck. What’s more, there’s reason to believe the company had initially planned to announce the gaming handheld at this year’s Mobile World Congress, but for some reason decided to scrap its launch plans.
Nintendo Switch ‘killer’? Meet the Steam Deck
Valve is after Nintendo‘s cash cow. Valve today announced a new handheld gaming system that will no doubt put pressure on the Switch, which recently got an OLED upgrade.
ASUS PH promo: Up to P18,000 worth of bundles, P2,000 discount
ASUS Philippines will be holding its back-to-school sale from July 15 to August 31, offering up to P18,000 (roughly $358) off participating smartphones, laptops, and desktops, including the ROG Phone 5 gaming phone, ZenFone 8, and ZenFone 8 Flip.
Huawei to launch prosumer, curved gaming monitors in May?
Is Huawei positioning itself as a strong contender in the PC market? That might just be the case. Just recently, the technology giant launched the Huawei Display alongside the AMD-based Huawei MateStation S desktop in the Philippines. The Mate Display is the company’s first commercial monitor on the local market, but it probably won’t be the last for 2021.
You still have time to get up to 40% off Logitech products
If you’re eyeing a gaming gear upgrade this month, like, say, a gaming mouse or headset, Logitech Philippines has you covered.
This is Xiaomi PH’s March-April 2021 product brochure
Or specifically the one from Grimalkin Corporation, the official distributor of Xiaomi products in the Philippines.
2nd batch of Sony PS5 preorders in PH set for Jan 22
PS5 hopefuls, you may want to sit up and pay attention to this one. The second batch of Sony PlayStation 5 preorders in the Philippines has been scheduled for tomorrow, January 22.
How, when, where to preorder a Sony PlayStation 5 in PH
PlayStation fans, take note: The highly anticipated online preorders for Sony’s next-gen console will go live in the Philippines tomorrow, November 20. Yup, it’s finally happening.
Xbox Series S priced at P19,995, but you may want to skip it
The Microsoft Xbox Series S, the company’s introductory next-gen console (and a less-capable direct competition to Sony’s PlayStation 5), has been priced in the Philippines.
PlayStation 5 in PH: Price, launch date, accessories, games
This is it! Today’s a good day for those who have been waiting for more information on the local availability of Sony’s new console.
This is Xiaomi PH’s Nov-Dec 2020 product brochure
Grimalkin Corporation, the official distributor of Xiaomi products in the Philippines, has shared its latest — and possibly last — product brochure for 2020.
Samsung Odyssey G7, G9 priced from P33,699 in PH
They look like they could help us embark on our own odyssey… like right now. Even better? They’re already up for purchase in the Philippines.
Sony PS5: Official prices; specs; Xbox Series X, S comparison
Sony has just announced the official pricing and availability details for its much-awaited next-gen console at its PS5 Showcase event, setting up a showdown with Microsoft’s Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S this holiday season.