Despite rapid digital adoption, insurance penetration in the Philippines remains approximately 1.9%, leaving a significant portion of the population uninsured or underinsured, particularly among lower-income and informal segments. Embedded insurance, which integrates protection directly into digital platforms consumers already use, is emerging as a practical solution to close this protection gap.
Spotlight on the Filipino innovations that won DOST-TAPI’s national campaign
Innovation stories on a mechanical engineering invention and a sustainable tree-planting method reigned supreme in this year’s Gawad Alunig x Dalumat campaign. The storytellers behind these narratives were hailed as the winners by the Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) under the Department of Science and Technology.
Some photos capture a moment, others capture attention. The OPPO Reno15 Series 5G is designed to help more of what you shoot become the kind you’ll want to share, starting with AI Photo Popout—one of its most playful yet practical AI features. In seconds, it can transform everyday shots into layered, animated visuals that give images added depth and movement, delivering a quick, polished result without relying on third-party social media editing tools.
The HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i, the strongest active noise cancellation (ANC) earbuds under PHP 5,000, fits right into that reality. More than just a pair of earbuds, it’s a gift that brings comfort, focus, and connection into your partner’s daily rhythm long after Valentine’s Day has passed.
Xiaomi Philippines is kicking off March with their 3.3 Mega Sale, bringing exclusive bundles and discounts of up to 78% off while POCO offers up to Php 6,000 off across Shopee and Lazada from March 1 to 3. For three days only, high-performance 5G smartphones and smart home essentials are dropping to some of their lowest prices this quarter.
Shoppers can expect price cuts of up to ₱6,000 on select POCO smartphones, online-exclusive wearable bundles on Redmi devices, and significant markdowns on home upgrades that make everyday living more connected without stretching the budget.
5G Upgrades at Accessible Prices
Leading the lineup is the REDMI 15 5G (4+128GB), available for just ₱6,999 during the sale. It offers an accessible entry into 5G connectivity for students, young professionals, and anyone ready for faster downloads and smoother streaming.
LG Electronics (LG) and Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, unveiled the new Razer Wolverine V3 Bluetooth® for LG Smart TVs at CES® 2026. The device is the first certified controller in the newly introduced “Designed for LG Gaming Portal” certification program and is also the world’s fastest gaming controller.
Young professionals and students today juggle long hours of research, analysis, and creative work, making focus and productivity more important than ever. From drafting reports and reviewing data to sketching ideas and managing multiple projects, every moment counts. Meeting these demands requires a device that can keep up, and the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S 2026 is built to do just that.
As the Philippines’ top tablet brand in 2025 in terms of shipment volume, HUAWEI delivers a smarter, more comfortable productivity tablet that transforms everyday work and study into a more comfortable productivity experience. The HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S 2026 combines PC-level productivity tools, a paper-like display designed to help reduce eye strain, and reliable all-day performance, empowering users to stay focused, work efficiently, and achieve results wherever work or study takes them.
Regional insurtech Igloo is strengthening its embedded insurance offerings in the Philippines, reinforcing its role as a trusted technology ...
