(Story updated on September 4, 2016, to include Globe Telecom’s public advisory on the replacement of Samsung Galaxy Note 7 units. See update at the end of the article.)
This couldn’t have come at a worse time. Just when Samsung is starting to bounce back from a declining market share and its fiercest rival Apple is about to launch the iPhone 7, the Korean manufacturer announced a global recall of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7.Your 5-minute video could win you $30,000 with GIFF
It’s not every day your 5-minute video could win you $30,000 or about P1.4 million. Globe Telecom, through its film-production arm Globe Studios, gives you and other amateur filmmakers the opportunity to showcase your work and make money at the same time, as it kicked off its call for entries to the Globe Independent Film Festival’s 5-minute video challenge.
IFA 2016: Behold the world’s first curved laptop
Taiwanese manufacturer Acer seems to have pulled out all the stops for the gaming laptop that it just unveiled at this year’s IFA consumer-electronics show in Berlin, Germany. Called the Acer Predator 21X, the notebook will go down in history as the world’s first laptop with a curved screen, if you’ve been searching for gaming laptops and hardware to maximise your gaming experience then look no more your search is over.
Report: Google’s Nexus brand is no more
Although they have been leaked heavily in the past few months, we may not see new Nexus devices this year, after all.
Apple iPhone 7 launch happening September 7th. Watch the live stream
This is it. Apple has finally sent out an invite to an event that’s expected to be the iPhone 7 launch at 10 a.m. on September 7 (1 a.m. on September 8 in the Philippines). Seven on the seventh. Clever.
How to update Cherry Mobile One G1 to Android 7.0 Nougat
Google’s Android 7.0 Nougat update is already being pushed over the air to Nexus phones and tablets and the General Mobile 4G, the first Android One device for Europe. But it turns out the 4G isn’t the only Android One release getting some Nougat love. Some Cherry Mobile One G1 users over at XDA Forums have received the update over the air as early as August 24.
Is this the Apple iPhone 7?
Looking forward to seeing a redesigned iPhone in September? Don’t keep your hopes up; you might get disappointed.
Most popular emoji in PH + other emoji facts
We had tried to steer clear of using emojis — for naught. We’ve finally given in to their power, and today, our messages are littered with them. We’re not alone. Even brands are in on the action, as they target the picture-loving millennial generation with emojis. It’s no wonder then that the world now pays tribute to these digital icons.
Pokemon Go coming to PH in 48 hours? Not so fast!
Sorry to burst your bubble, but rumors saying Pokemon Go will go live in the Philippines and the rest of Southeast Asia by July 15 might remain just that: rumors.
ASUS reveals ZenFone 3 series PH launch date
Mark your calendar! ASUS Philippines will finally launch the ZenFone 3 series on August 14.
Surprise! PH PC market hits record-high shipment levels in Q1 2016
Say anything you want against PCs, but did you know that the market for them in the Philippines defied global trends in the first quarter of 2016? Not only that, the local PC market posted the highest shipment levels since the third quarter of 2014.
Find out if you’ve downloaded a malicious Pokemon Go app
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: Downloading unverified apps is risky, so unless you are in the business of reviewing them, we suggest you wait for the official apps to go live in your country.
PH ranks last in latest Asia Pacific internet speeds
This is not one record we can be proud of: Once again, the Philippines was tied with India for last place among 15 surveyed countries in the Asia Pacific ranking in average broadband speeds.
There’s now free internet at select MRT stations
Waiting for the next train at the MRT stations in Ortigas and Guadalupe may be a wee bit tolerable now that there’s free internet provided by Globe Telecom.
Pokemon Go starts to roll out to Android, iOS devices, but…
Time to finally catch a Pokemon on your Android or iOS device.
How to watch Gilas Pilipinas games live on your phone for free
All the good seats to Gilas Pilipinas’ games at the 2016 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament have long been sold out. Even if you do find a source who will gladly sell you tickets, getting a good view of the court will set you back anywhere from P7,000 (about $150) to north of P10,000 ($210) per seat.
Difference between Globe GoSURF50, Smart Giga Surf 50
You gotta love competition.
A day after Smart Communications revealed a P50 promo that lets you consume 1GB of data within three days, Globe Telecom also announced they have upgraded their GoSURF50.
How to update your ASUS ZenFone Selfie to Android Marshmallow
ASUS ZenFone Selfie owners, you will be able to update your phone to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, after all.
Android N’s official name is…
And it is not Nutella.