Rainy season in the Philippines comes with a familiar set of questions: Is that road flooded? Is my usual route still passable? And if I’m already stuck somewhere, where can I eat without getting soaked?
REDMI Note 17 Series arrives in PH, led by 10,000mAh Pro Max 5G
Xiaomi is going all-in on sheer endurance with its latest release. The REDMI Note 17 Series has officially landed in the Philippines, bringing four new smartphones to the local market. Leading the charge is the lineup’s very first Pro Max entry — the REDMI Note 17 Pro Max 5G, which we just reviewed — a device that crams a huge 10,000mAh battery into a surprisingly manageable chassis.
REDMI Note 17 Pro Max 5G review: The 10,000mAh marathon champ
View PostOPPO Find X10 Series debuts Sept. 22 with Watch S2, Enco X4
OPPO has finally put a date on the OPPO Find X10 Series. The company’s next flagship phones will launch Sept. 22 in China, and they won’t be coming alone: The Watch S2 and Enco X4 are also joining the event.
Where Filipinos can buy the ‘cheapest’ iPhone Duo or iPhone 18 Pro abroad
View PostApple quietly raises prices for iPhone 17, 17e, 16, and iPhone Air
Just when you thought it was safe to check your bank account after the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Duo announcements, Apple is pulling a fast one on bargain hunters. Instead of the traditional price cut we expect when a new generation drops, the company is quietly doing the exact opposite.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max start at $1,099 / ₱94,990 — and the camera is finally getting serious
Straight out of Cupertino, California, Apple just dropped the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max alongside its first foldable, the iPhone Duo. This year, it’s all about giving you actual pro-level camera controls and enough storage to hold a lifetime of 4K video. If you’ve been holding out for a major leap, the new A20 Pro chip and a true variable aperture on the 48-megapixel Fusion Main camera might just be the reason to finally upgrade.
Apple iPhone Duo: The foldable iPhone is finally here, priced from $1,999 / ₱159,990
It’s here. After years of speculation, patent filings, and industry whispers, Apple has finally unveiled its boldest product since the Vision Pro. Unlike the company’s first foray into the VR headset market — and the first iPhone Air, which didn’t sell quite as well as expected — this one will likely enjoy a longer lifespan and see plenty of future iterations.
HUAWEI Pura X View: World’s first wide nonfoldable phone starts at $894
If you’ve ever looked at a foldable phone and thought you only really wanted the wide cover screen without the fragile hinge, the newly launched HUAWEI Pura X View is exactly the unit you’ve been waiting for.
Best‑performing Android phones and tablets in August 2026
A new month means a fresh batch of Antutu performance charts. The benchmark authority has released its rankings for August 2026, offering a clear look at which Android devices pushed hardware the furthest over the past month.
POCO F9 Ultra, F9 Pro launched: The value brand gets expensive
POCO has announced the new POCO F9 Series — and the prices are jaw-dropping. And, no, we don’t mean that in a good way. We mean they’re jaw-droppingly high, squarely in the territory of what other premium flagships in 2026 cost these days.
REDMI Note 17 Series PH launch set for Sept. 15
Xiaomi is wasting no time bringing its latest midrange heavyweights to local shores. Just days after pulling the curtain back on the REDMI Note 17 Series in an Aug. 27 global reveal, the company has confirmed that the lineup is officially heading to the Philippines on Sept. 15.
Power Mac Center is finally on Lazada — just in time for the iPhone 18
Buying an Apple device online is one thing. Buying one that costs ₱80,000 (roughly $1,281) or more is another. Power Mac Center has officially launched its digital storefront on Lazada’s LazMall, giving Filipino shoppers another authorized place to buy Apple hardware without wondering who, exactly, is on the other side of the checkout button.
realme 16T 5G review: Leave your charger at home
View Postrealme 16T 5G launches in PH with 8,000mAh battery; promo price starts at ₱15,731
The current smartphone market has a predictable rhythm: slightly better cameras, slightly faster chips, and a battery that still dictates when you need to find a wall outlet. realme is trying to break that last habit in the Philippines with the official launch of the realme 16T 5G.
‘Built for Years’: REDMI Note 17 Series raises bar for long-term smartphone reliability
The smartphone industry is entering a new phase of ownership. As annual upgrades become less dramatic for many users, devices are staying in people’s hands for longer. That shift is changing what users expect from their units: not simply strong performance on day one, but dependable battery life, durability, and smooth everyday use over time.
REDMI Note 17 Series goes global with up to a 10,000mAh battery
Xiaomi‘s latest global launch isn’t about camera gimmicks; it’s entirely about battery life.
Top 5 smartphone vendors in the Philippines, ranked by Q2 2026 performance
Transsion Holdings is currently running away with the Philippine smartphone market, but the real question is how much you’re about to pay for your next upgrade.
Apple sets stage for Sept. 9 with foldable, iPhone 18 Pro, and new wearables expected
Apple has finally put a date on the mystery. The technology giant’s next major hardware event is officially happening on Sept. 9 at 10 a.m. Pacific time, bearing the cryptic tagline “Surprise and shine.” For the sleep-deprived faithful in the Philippines, that translates to brewing a strong pot of coffee for a 1 a.m. stream on Tuesday, Sept. 10. The company’s invite shows a shimmering, iridescent logo that leaves plenty to the imagination.
POCO F9 Ultra, F9 Pro global launch set for Sept. 1
POCO is moving fast this year. The Xiaomi sub-brand has confirmed that the POCO F9 Series will make its global debut on Sept. 1, with the company positioning its latest flagships squarely around performance.