The Wait is Finally Over as OPPO Launches the Game-Changing Find N6 and X9 Series in the Philippines

A new era of luxury innovation arrives today as OPPO officially debuts its crowning achievement, the Find Series, across the Philippines. This landmark launch unveils the OPPO Find N6, OPPO Find X9 Ultra, and OPPO Find X9s, a trio of masterpieces engineered to surpass the conventional flagship standard. 

Moving far beyond ordinary technology, the Find Series delivers three distinct expressions of ultimate prestige, offering bespoke technological marvels meticulously curated to complement the refined lifestyles of those who lead, innovate, and create.

OPPO Find N6: The Prestige Flagship for Productivity and Innovation

Crafted for tech-forward professionals and modern leaders, the OPPO Find N6 represents the absolute pinnacle of luxury innovation, unyielding productivity, and elite craftsmanship in a sophisticated foldable form factor.

At the absolute center of this monumental experience is an engineering marvel: the revolutionary Zero-Feel Crease. By entirely erasing the visual and tactile boundary of traditional foldables, OPPO delivers an utterly seamless, continuous canvas. When unfurled, this breakthrough technology transforms the expansive 8.12-inch inner display into an pristine, uninterrupted workspace. It completely redefines mobile multi-tasking, allowing you to review master presentations, coordinate complex workflows, and run high-level meetings side-by-side with flawless, frictionless visual immersion.

Eastern Communications Launches New Experience Center Showcasing Award-Winning Customer Experience

From L to R: General Affairs & Administration Head Arvin Barcena, Business Center Manager Ivy Hizon, Technology & Information Head Delfin Lopez, Co-Coordinators Atty. Aileen Regio and Jaeson Evangelista, Chief Marketing & Experience Officer Jed Estanislao, and Customer Experience Manager Jocelyn de Vera

Eastern Communications has officially launched the Eastern Experience Center at Telecom Plaza, marking a significant step in its commitment to delivering immersive, customer-centric experiences. Anchored in its 148-year legacy of providing reliable connectivity, the company continues to evolve its approach to customer engagement by creating spaces that bring its brand and solutions closer to the people it serves.

LG Brings AI-Powered Korean Home Innovation Closer to Filipino Households

Korean culture has long shaped how Filipinos enjoy entertainment, food, beauty, and lifestyle. But beyond K-pop, K-dramas, and K-food, another side of Korean influence is becoming more relevant to everyday life at home: K-Tech.

For LG Electronics (LG), K-Tech is not just about advanced appliances. It is about bringing Korean innovation into the daily rhythms of Asian households, including in the Philippines — helping people wash clothes more efficiently, prepare meals more conveniently, manage compact spaces better, and connect home experiences more intuitively.

This direction was highlighted through LG’s latest home solutions for the Asia-Pacific market, which include laundry, kitchen, built-in, commercial laundry, and AI-powered home technologies designed around Asian consumers’ lifestyles. The innovations were presented under the theme “Innovation, Forward Together” at LG InnoFest 2026 APAC, held in Busan, Korea, from April 7 to 10.

For Filipino households, where space, convenience, energy use, and practical functionality often shape home decisions, LG’s K-Tech approach offers a relatable view of what smarter home living can look like: technology that feels less complicated, more responsive, and more useful in everyday routines.

Jaesung Kim, Regional CEO, LG Electronics Asia Pacific, said, “Across Asia-Pacific, competition continues to evolve, but LG has been preparing for this moment by building stronger ecosystems, expanding into new categories, and broadening our product lineup to better serve the region’s diverse markets. We are seeing growth in key categories such as washing machines, refrigerators, and TVs across many countries, and we will continue to strengthen our competitiveness through technologies that respond to real consumer needs. As Korean culture gains stronger influence across the region, we also see an opportunity to share LG’s identity as a Korean brand with the advantage of K-Tech—bringing together innovation, design, and intelligence to create home solutions that are practical, relevant, and built for the way people live today.”

K-Tech for everyday clothing care

Laundry is one of the clearest examples of how K-Tech can support everyday home life. LG is expanding its WashTower™ lineup with a new 25-inch model tailored for Asian homes, alongside existing 24-inch and 27-inch versions. Designed for space efficiency and everyday convenience, the lineup reflects the varied housing environments found across Asia. 

LG also introduced new top-load washer models powered by Artificial Intelligence Direct Drive™ (AI DD™), which optimizes wash motions based on fabric type and soil level. The lineup also features TurboWash™ 3D, which completes a full cycle in under 30 minutes, and an automatic dispenser that measures and dispenses detergent for each load, reducing the need for frequent refills. 

For busy households, these technologies make laundry feel more intuitive — from caring for different fabrics to helping shorten wash time and reduce repeated manual steps.

LG also highlighted the LG WashCombo™, an all-in-one model that strengthens the company’s drying solutions through Inverter HeatPump™ technology. The feature supports stable and effective drying, while improved energy efficiency responds to Asian consumers’ strong focus on electricity costs. 

For commercial use, LG also offers laundry solutions engineered for high-frequency, long-hour operation. The portfolio includes professional-grade features such as customizable wash programs, open API connectivity, and a service-friendly front-access design. LG will also introduce a new commercial washer-dryer HeatPump Combo that integrates washing and drying in a single unit, enhancing convenience and space efficiency. 

K-Tech for smarter kitchens

In the kitchen, LG’s K-Tech approach focuses on making everyday cooking, storage, dish care, and entertaining more convenient for Asian homes. LG introduced refrigerator solutions designed for diverse lifestyles and housing conditions, including the new Fit & Max design with a Zero Clearance Hinge. This enables a seamless built-in appearance without wasted space against the wall while maximizing storage capacity in compact kitchens. 

LG also highlighted its advanced Ice Solution, which addresses high ice consumption common among Asian consumers. The solution offers four ice options — Craft Ice™, Crushed, Cubed, and Mini Craft — suited for everyday use and entertaining. 

For Filipino homes, these details matter in practical ways: making room for groceries in compact kitchens, preparing cold drinks for family gatherings, or keeping the kitchen ready for both weekday meals and weekend hosting.

Dish care also gets a smarter upgrade. LG’s latest dishwasher features an exclusive one-hour wash-and-dry cycle, while QuadWash™ Pro uses four spray arms with high-pressure water jets and microbubbles to clean dishes from multiple angles. Dynamic Heat Dry+ enhances drying performance using a moisture-absorbing material to remove humidity and efficiently produce warm, dry air. 

LG also introduced a tailored built-in kitchen collection for Southeast Asian markets, including ovens, cooktops, and hoods for both B2B and B2C segments. A key highlight is the advanced Camera Oven, which uses an internal camera to identify ingredients, recommend an optimal cooking mode, and monitor surface color to check when dishes are ideally cooked. 

Together, these kitchen solutions show how K-Tech can move beyond novelty and into usefulness — helping households save space, simplify cooking, and make everyday kitchen moments feel more manageable.

K-Tech for a more connected home

LG also continues to develop its AI Home vision, powered by the AI Home Hub, ThinQ ON™. Through this system, LG’s AI-enabled appliances and IoT devices are designed to connect and coordinate with one another, creating more intuitive and integrated home experiences. 

This is where K-Tech becomes less about individual products and more about how the home works as a whole. Instead of separate appliances performing separate tasks, LG’s AI Home direction points to connected devices that can support daily routines with greater convenience.

ThinQ ON™ has already launched in its initial market and is scheduled for phased introduction across Asia, starting with Australia and Thailand. This reflects LG’s broader direction of making AI-powered home solutions more relevant to local lifestyles and household routines across the region. 

As Korean culture continues to influence Filipino lifestyles, LG is showing that Korean innovation can also shape the way people live at home. From AI-powered laundry and smarter kitchens to connected home experiences, LG’s K-Tech approach offers a look at home solutions designed not only to impress, but to make everyday life work better.

Lenovo Announces Global Campaign with David Beckham

The new campaign brings Lenovo’s end-to-end AI portfolio to life with one of the world’s most recognized figures in sport, business, and culture, launching just weeks before FIFA World Cup 2026™

Lenovo, the global technology powerhouse, today launched Maximum David, a new global campaign showcasing how AI-driven technology elevates the creativity, performance, and impact of one of the most influential figures in sports and entertainment.

Maximum David highlights Lenovo’s AI portfolio—from devices to solutions and services—and its role in helping individuals, teams, and enterprises unlock new ways to work, create, play, and connect.

6 Things the OPPO A6s 5G Can Do to Help You Get Through the Day

These days, your phone isn’t just for one thing. It’s for work, quick edits, catching up with friends, and a bit of gaming when you get the chance. It doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to be dependable. The OPPO A6s 5G is designed with that in mind, offering reliable performance, a durable build, and AI features that help smooth out the day.

Here are six ways the OPPO A6s 5G fit right into your everyday:

Enjoy Long-Term Smoothness with 60-Month Fluency Protection

The OPPO A6s 5G is designed to stay smooth and responsive over time. Backed by 60-month Fluency Protection, the devices are optimized for long-term performance, helping users enjoy seamless multitasking, faster app launches, and reliable everyday experiences even after years of use.

ICYMI: Xiaomi Launches REDMI A7 Pro in the Philippines

Featuring a larger display, long-lasting battery life, and practical upgrades for everyday use

Xiaomi has officially introduced the REDMI A7 Pro in the Philippines, marking the first Pro model in the REDMI A Series lineup. Built for users looking for reliable everyday performance at an accessible price point, the device features a large 6.9-inch display with up to 120Hz refresh rate, a massive 6000mAh battery designed for extended daily use, and Xiaomi HyperOS 3 for a smoother and more optimized experience.

Designed to support all-day connectivity, streaming, and casual gaming, the REDMI A7 Pro combines practical features with dependable performance, making it a strong option for users upgrading to a more capable everyday smartphone

Featuring an enlarged 6.9" display, REDMI A7 Pro delivers an enhanced viewing experience, whether scrolling through social media, watching videos, or browsing content. With a peak brightness of up to 800nits and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz,² the device ensures clear visuals even in bright outdoor conditions and seamless operation for smooth interaction. With Wet Touch Technology 2.0, REDMI A7 Pro maintains precise and responsive control even when fingers are damp, oily, or soapy. Paired with triple TÜV Rheinland eye-comfort certifications and DC dimming, the display ensures comfortable and immersive viewing throughout the day.

PLDT Home rolls out AI-powered customer support system, strengthens retail operations nationwide

John Y. Palanca, PLDT Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Business

PLDT Home continues to accelerate its digital transformation initiatives as part of its long-term growth strategy, rolling out an AI-powered customer support platform across its Sales and Service Centers nationwide.

The initiative marks a significant milestone in the company’s broader transformation journey to deliver faster, smarter, and more seamless customer support. PLDT has partnered with global software and technology company Amdocs to develop the AI-powered system that enables real-time ticket diagnostics and resolution, helping to reduce customer wait times while improving the productivity and efficiency of frontline teams. This new platform is expected to save approximately 5,000 hours of customer waiting time per month once all features are enabled across PLDT stores nationwide. 

TechLife Powers Bigger Ideas with the Launch of the New TechLife Pad Plus 2

Giving students and young professionals more space to learn, create, and multitask every day

Every big idea starts somewhere, during late-night reviews, brainstorming sessions, creative projects, and daily school tasks. Keeping up with how today's generation learn, create, multitask, and unwind, TechLife introduces the new TechLife Pad Plus 2, giving more users more space and power to turn everyday moments into bigger ideas. 

The TechLife Pad Plus 2 was officially unveiled on May 21 through TechLife’s Facebook Page and TikTok account, bringing fans closer to the launch of the brand’s latest addition to the Pad series. The livestream featured rising reality show personalities Ashley Sarmiento and Rave Victoria, collectively known as “AshRave,” alongside host and courtside reporter Kyla Kingsu.

Built for Philippine Heat: nubia Neo 5 Series Keeps Gaming Cool Under Pressure

Summer in the Philippines doesn’t just test your endurance, it pushes your phone to its limits. Long gaming sessions combined with intense heat can lead to frame drops, lag, and inconsistent performance right when it matters most. 

The nubia Neo 5 Series is designed with that in mind. It comes with an advanced cooling system that helps manage heat more effectively, so performance stays steady even when things start to heat up. Across the series, this is paired with high refresh rate displays of up to 144Hz, dual gaming shoulder triggers, and large batteries built for extended play.

realme Teases New P4 Series Featuring the Philippines’ First 10001mAh Battery Smartphone

The lineup marks the first P Series devices available in the Philippines, designed for heavy use and long-lasting performance.

realme raises the bar anew in the battery race with the introduction of the realme P4 Series, the newest addition to its Letter Series lineup and the first P Series smartphone to officially arrive in the Philippines. Designed for Filipino users who are constantly gaming, streaming, scrolling, and multitasking throughout the day, the realme P4 Series focuses on delivering longer battery life, faster charging, and more dependable everyday performance.

Samsung Announces World-First Breakthrough in Fainting Prediction With Galaxy Watch

Joint study with Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital demonstrates potential for early fainting detection using Galaxy Watch, paving the way for real-time warning systems

Samsung today announced that a joint clinical study with Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital in Korea has successfully validated the ability to predict vasovagal syncope (VVS) with high accuracy by utilizing biosignals obtained from Galaxy Watch6.

Globe’s GFiber Prepaid Reaches 1 Million Subscribers, Leads in Prepaid Fiber Internet

Globe  announces that its Globe At Home GFiber Prepaid has reached 1 million subscribers, another milestone that reflects the growing trust of Filipino families in flexible, affordable, and reliable home internet. Built on a prepaid, no lock-up model, GFiber Prepaid empowers households to take control of their connectivity, making fast and dependable internet more accessible at a time when rising costs of living and energy challenges demand practical solutions.

With a 15% quarter‑on‑quarter growth in subscribers, this milestone represents millions of everyday moments powered by GFiber Prepaid.  This momentum was further fueled by higher‑value reloads, sustaining revenue growth in the prepaid fiber segment. Globe’s approach prioritizes profitable density over geographic sprawl, ensuring disciplined expansion through targeted customer acquisition. By balancing rapid scale with sustainable long‑term value, the company’s success reflects a deliberate strategy rooted in quality growth and customer relevance. 

Global AI Expert Tim Santos to Lead Strategic AI Masterclass for Philippine Business Leaders

As businesses worldwide pivot toward artificial intelligence, a critical gap remains between strategic interest and operational execution. To address this, Geeks On A Beach (GOAB) and Symph.co are proud to announce the AI Implementation Masterclass: Bridging the Gap from Strategy to Execution, taking place on May 22, 2026, in Makati.

🌍 Global Expertise, Local Impact

The masterclass will be led by Tim Santos, a veteran AI practitioner operating at the frontier of the industry. Based in London, Santos serves as a Director of Product at Graphcore—a global pioneer in AI hardware and a key innovator in the chip industry. As a UK-based Filipino and lead author of the Philippine AI Report 2025, Tim is bringing his experience from the heart of the global AI market to help the Philippines lead in AI adoption.

"A Silicon Valley playbook won’t just copy-paste to the Philippines," says Santos. "We’re taking the ground truth from 175 Philippine organizations and translating global best practices into local nuances. I’m here to help our local talent get maximum performance out of this technology and build an ecosystem that actually works for the Philippines.

OPPO Find X9 Ultra: Go Further with Your Next Camera

In professional DSLR or mirrorless camera systems, the “Holy Trinity” is widely considered the gold standard for quality and zoom coverage, typically consisting of three versatile zoom lenses: a 16-35mm wide-angle lens for capturing expansive landscapes and architecture, a 24-70mm for everyday subjects from wide views to portraits, and a 70-200mm telephoto for close-ups, sports, and wildlife.

However, for smartphones, it’s always been a different story. Despite rapid advancements in mobile imaging over the past few years, including larger sensors, higher resolutions, faster apertures, and breakthroughs in computational photography, smartphones still fall short of the “Holy Trinity” in a few key areas. The most glaring gap is the absence of a true 200mm-equivalent super-telephoto lens.

Even with periscope designs, the physical size constraints of a smartphone make housing a 200mm-equivalent telephoto exceptionally difficult. Some previous devices attempted a 10x (roughly 230mm) optical zoom, but at the cost of severely limited light intake and low pixel counts, resulting in a noticeable drop in image quality. Consequently, the industry generally fell back to 4x or 5x optical limits.

From A to S: Galaxy Tab Deals Hit All the Right Notes this Back-to-School Season

Enjoy flexible installment plans on the Galaxy Tab or get a one-year Microsoft 365 subscription bundle with select Galaxy Tab S models until June 30, 2026

May is that in-between moment where summer lingers but back-to-school knocks; it marks the beginning of the countdown to June and the shift from slow summer days back into productivity mode. As families, students, and young professionals start gearing up for the new academic season, Samsung makes upgrading easier from the start with flexible 0% installment offers for up to 24 to 36 months across the latest Galaxy Tab A and Tab S series, plus trade-in deals that help make every upgrade more worthwhile, making it easier to get set for the new school year.

Quick Kitchen Wins for Busy Filipinos, Powered by LG NeoChef™

For many busy Filipinos, cooking at home is something they want to do more often—but time does not always cooperate. Between work, errands, commutes, and everyday responsibilities, preparing meals can easily feel like one more thing squeezed into an already full day.

That is where smarter kitchen habits can make a difference. With features designed for faster, easier, and more intuitive everyday cooking, the LG NeoChef™ Smart Inverter Microwave Oven with Grill (MH6565DIS) helps make home meal preparation feel more manageable—even on busy weekdays. 

Take a Different Turn: Nexal lands in the Philippines this May 15

A new international urban outdoor tech brand for Filipinos who want more from everyday life

There’s a certain rhythm to life in the Philippines that Filipinos know all too well. Early mornings spent in traffic, long workdays or classes, errands squeezed in between, and routines that repeat before the week even ends. Somewhere in that cycle, it becomes easy to move on autopilot and miss the small possibilities that just sit outside the usual path. But for a new generation of Filipinos, that rhythm is starting to shift. 

Young individuals are finding ways to break from routine, not by escaping the city, but by experiencing it differently. Weekend hikes outside the metro, city cycling routes, early morning or late afternoon runs, spontaneous road trips, and quiet café discoveries have become more than pastimes. Today, they are intentional choices shaped by a desire for meaning in everyday life. 

Top Games to Play on a 100-Inch LG QNED for a Bigger, More Immersive Night

LG Electronics continues to expand the home entertainment experience with the 100-inch LG QNED86, a TV designed to make gaming feel larger, more vivid, and more immersive. The model highlights an Ultra Big Screen, AI Picture Pro, AI Sound Pro, α8 AI Processor Gen2, and an Super Slim Design measuring 16.4mm. The LG QNED evo lineup also supports Dynamic QNED Color Pro, Certified 100% Color Volume, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, Filmmaker Mode, HDR10 & HLG, and webOS Re:new for the 100-inch class. 

For players and hardcore gamers, a bigger screen is not only about size. It is about choosing games that make the most of scale, color, detail, and sound. Here are some of the best titles to enjoy on a 100-inch LG QNED.

TP in the Philippines rallies behind “A Run for Kids with Cancer” in Davao

TP in the Philippines proudly supported “A Run for Kids with Cancer,” a fun run organized by the House of Hope Foundation for Kids with Cancer, Inc., with around 30 employees from its Davao sites joining the 5-kilometer run held at the Lyceum of the Philippines University in Davao. The initiative reflects TP’s continued commitment to uplifting communities and championing meaningful causes. 

Rachel Cacabelos, VP for Human Resources of TP in the Philippines emphasized how “TP, as an organization, believes in creating opportunities not only for our people, but also for the communities we serve. Supporting initiatives like ‘A Run for Kids with Cancer’ allows us to come together for a greater purpose—bringing hope, strength, and tangible support to children and families who need it most.”  

Earlier this year, TP, through its corporate social responsibility arm, the Citizen of the World (COTW) Foundation, also extended support to House of Hope during activities linked to the launch of its Davao Uprise site. These efforts form part of TP’s broader commitment to delivering sustained community impact in the areas where it operates.

Xiaomi’s Latest Power Bank Lineup Takes the Guesswork Out of Staying Charged

From laptop-ready power to slim magnetic charging, the new series offers a safety net in case of emergencies

Everyone knows what a 10 percent battery feels like mid-afternoon, while you’re in transit or maybe during a power outage. The meeting still has thirty minutes left. The map is mid-route. The shoot is not done. The question at that point is not whether to find power, but whether the right power bank was already in the bag.

Xiaomi’s Power Bank Series 2026 is built around a cleaner premise: four models, each matched to a different kind of mobile routine. Not one power bank that tries to serve everyone, but four specific answers to four specific situations. Which one fits depends entirely on how the day actually runs.