Metro Manila traffic has a way of draining your smartphone’s battery just as quickly as it drains your patience. Xiaomi is looking to make those long commutes a little less stressful with the local launch of the REDMI 17 4G and REDMI 17 5G in the Philippines. Both phones pack a 7,500mAh battery, putting battery life front and center in the sub-₱15,000 (sub-$238 approximately) segment.
Best-performing Android phones and tablets in September 2026
September 2026 has raised the bar for Android device performance. Proprietary silicon is challenging established chipmakers, flagship devices are approaching the 5-million-point milestone, and MediaTek is dominating the sub-flagship segment. For anyone planning a hardware upgrade ahead of the holiday season, here’s a closer look at how the top-performing Android smartphones and tablets rank in Antutu’s latest benchmark data for devices released in China.
Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo races into Gran Turismo 7 this October
Xiaomi is bringing its electric vehicle ambitions to the virtual track, officially dropping the sleek Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo into Gran Turismo 7 this October.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Series debuts as world’s first with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips
Xiaomi has wasted no time putting Qualcomm’s newest smartphone silicon to work.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Series launches Sept. 23 with 2nm chipset, privacy display, 200MP cameras
Xiaomi is pulling out all the stops for its next flagship push. The company has confirmed that the Xiaomi 18 Pro Series will go official in its native China on Sept. 23. Between an incoming 2nm processor, 200-megapixel sensors, sizable batteries, and a rather divisive display feature, it looks like Xiaomi is throwing everything at the wall for its late-2026 flagship lineup.
HUAWEI, Apple lead shrinking global smartwatch market in Q2 2026 — Counterpoint
The global smartwatch market has hit a wall. Worldwide shipments fell 4% in the second quarter of 2026, marking the first year-over-year decline in a year and suggesting that consumers are becoming reluctant to upgrade for yet another collection of incremental wrist-tech improvements.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
REDMI Note 17 Series launches globally Aug. 27, with Pro Max packing 10,000mAh battery
Xiaomi is officially done playing it safe with midrange battery life. The upcoming REDMI Note 17 Series is scheduled for a global launch on Aug. 27, and it is bringing a staggering power cell along for the ride. This launch builds on huge momentum for the brand, which recently celebrated a major milestone: over 500 million REDMI Note devices shipped worldwide.
Best‑performing Android phones and tablets in July 2026
If you’re looking to buy a new Android device and want to ensure you’re getting the most horsepower for your money, the benchmark numbers for July 2026 are in. Antutu has released its monthly performance rankings, and the data tells a tale of two silicon giants: Qualcomm owns the premium space, while MediaTek has a stranglehold on the midrange.
REDMI Note 17 Series launch date set. Here’s what we know so far
Smartphone battery life has been stuck in neutral for years, but Xiaomi‘s sub‑brand looks ready to push things forward. The REDMI Note 17 Series will make its debut in China on July 14, with REDMI already teasing the new look and headline features. Early previews show a cleaner design and specs that lean heavily on stamina and durability, signaling that this lineup is built to go the distance.
Best-performing Android phones and tablets in June 2026
Mobile performance isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Antutu’s June 2026 benchmark data shows that even as we cross the midyear mark, the race for Android supremacy is shifting from raw horsepower to smart optimization. Hitting 4 million points is no longer a headline milestone, but simply the baseline for entry into the flagship tier — and the competition is only getting sharper.
Xiaomi 17T Pro, Xiaomi 17T now official. See PH price, preorder freebies here
Xiaomi has officially pulled the covers off the Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro, bringing its premium Leica co-engineered cameras and next-generation silicon-carbon batteries to the global stage.
Top 5 smartphone vendors in Southeast Asia, ranked by Q1 2026 performance
Budget phones aren’t what they used to be. If you feel like entry‑level devices are getting aggressively pricier, you’re not imagining things.