The midrange smartphone segment in the Philippines is getting interesting, with many value-for-money devices from big-name brands flooding the market. Now, it gets even more competitive, as Huawei has dropped the respective suggested retail prices of three of its models.
Realme 3 Pro Philippine launch date confirmed
Yesterday, we reported that Realme has begun teasing the Realme 3 Pro in the Philippines, confirming rumors of its impending local release. It turns out the company’s flagship smartphone is indeed launching in the country soon. This month, actually.
Vivo Y17 with 5,000mAh battery, 3 cameras launching in PH soon
Two persons who are privy to Vivo Philippines’ plans have separately confirmed to us that the Vivo Y17 is going to be available in the Philippines around mid-May.
Cheaper OPPO F11 version is exclusive to Shopee Philippines
What if we told you that you can buy the OPPO F11 Pro‘s more affordable sibling for only P12,990 (around $251)?
P6,990 OPPO A5s to be available in PH starting May 3
A couple of days ago, we reported that contrary to other reports, the successor to the OPPO A3s is not available in local stores yet. Today, we got word that that will not be the case soon. And when we say soon, we mean “tomorrow soon.”
Realme begins teasing Realme 3 Pro in the Philippines
If there’s any doubt that the Realme 3 Pro is coming to the country, the post of Realme Philippines’ social media manager quashes it.
Huawei PH to offer free screen protectors, some services soon
On April 23, we reported that Huawei Philippines will replace the battery of select models for only P799 (around $15). Today, we’re bringing you another good news: Soon, the company will hold service-related activities to help keep your unit in its best condition.
Redmi S2, Redmi 6A to be priced as low as P4,099 in PH May 1
A couple of Xiaomi phones will be heavily discounted May 1 at Xiaomi’s Labor Day flash sale on Shopee Philippines. The timing of the sale could mean that the Redmi Y3, or Redmi S3 in some markets, will soon launch in the country as speculated, and thus the need to cut down on inventory.
OnePlus 7 Pro among phones with best screens
The OnePlus 7 Pro is set to make its global debut May 14, and hype for the flagship smartphone continues to grow.
OPPO A5s launched in the Philippines? Not quite
The OPPO A5s has been reportedly launched in the Philippines with a local price tag of P6,990 (about $134 converted) similar to its predecessor, the OPPO A3s.
Teased Redmi flagship is like OPPO F11 Pro Avengers edition?
Xiaomi sub-brand Redmi has just teased its upcoming flagship smartphone on Chinese social-networking platform Weibo.
48 hours with the Samsung Galaxy A20: A hands-on review
Samsung has recently — and quietly — launched the Galaxy A20 in the Philippines, further expanding its line of impressive-yet-affordable A series smartphones in the country.
Realme phone with pop-up camera expected to launch soon
Realme is gearing up to enter the Chinese market about a year after the former OPPO sub-brand was launched in India, where it currently is one of the top five smartphone brands. What is it going to unveil there?
Huawei P Smart Z to get pop-up camera, full-screen design?
OPPO, Vivo, and Samsung have recently come out with full-screen phones with a pop-up or sliding camera to keep the top bezel notch-free while slimming down the bezels.
Huawei P30 vs Samsung Galaxy S10: Which phone is for you?
The Huawei P30 and Samsung Galaxy S10 represent the best balance between affordability and attractions in a flagship effort from two of the world’s top smartphone vendors.
Samsung Galaxy M20 is P1,500 ($29) off for limited time
The Samsung Galaxy M20 is one of the company’s best budget smartphones ever, featuring a massive a 5,000mAh battery, an almost-bezel-less touchscreen, and a dual-lens setup with a wide-angle option, all in a plastic unibody build that looks better than its price would suggest.
Redmi Y3 vs Redmi Note 7 vs Realme 3: Specs comparison
Xiaomi sub-brand Redmi recently announced the Redmi Y3 for the competitive Indian market. It’s the successor to the Y2, which is known in the Philippines as the Redmi S2.
OPPO F11 Pro Avengers Limited Edition preorder details
Barely a week after it announced that the OPPO F11 Pro Avengers Limited Edition will go on sale in the Philippines, OPPO has released the preorder mechanics you have asked us about.
Y Max lookalike Huawei Y5 2019 is a scaled-down Y6 Pro 2019
The Huawei Y6 Pro 2019 was released in the Philippines in February with a P6,990 (around $134) price tag. Will the new Huawei Y5 2019 — basically a more affordable version of the former — be available in the country as well?
Huawei PH to replace your old device’s battery for only P799
Own an old Huawei phone or tablet? Good news: Huawei Philippines will be having a battery-replacement event for select models for a limited time, allowing owners to stretch their device’s lifespan by a couple more years, for a reasonable fixed amount.