Sample flood extent map (one out of 71) from available satellite data on 31 August covering areas of Regions 1, 2, 3, 4A, 4B, CAR, and NCR

Satellite data show flood extents in Regions 1, 2, 3, 4A, 4B, CAR, and NCR due to enhanced Habagat 

(03 September 2026, Quezon City) The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) produced flood extent maps showing flooded areas in parts of Regions 1, 2, 3, 4A, 4B, CAR, and NCR on 31 August at 05:45 AM PhST following heavy rains brought by the enhanced Southwest Monsoon (Habagat). The maps show flood extents on Monday morning after continued heavy rains last week. The flooded areas were detected with the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI) using a composite of three Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite imagery. Please note that the maps show a snapshot of the flood extents at the specific time the image was captured by the satellite and may not reflect floods that have already receded. 

Acer Introduces Veriton RI110 AI Mini Workstation for Powering Hybrid Agentic AI Workloads

Acer today announced the Acer Veriton RI110 AI Mini Workstation (VRI110), a compact yet powerful device engineered for organizations looking to accelerate AI innovation without compromising space, performance, or security. Powered by an Intel Core Ultra X7 processor 358H and Windows 11 Pro, the system delivers high-performance AI computing to expedite AI-assisted content creation, inference, design, and everyday productivity. Designed for modern AI workflows, the Veriton RI110 delivers the scalability and intelligence organizations require to balance local and cloud resources with the performance professionals expect.

Lenovo Jumps to #153 on ‘Fortune Global 500’ as AI-driven Business Fuels Growth

Lenovo climbed 43 places to #153 on Fortune’s annual Global 500 List, making it the highest ranking in the company’s history and one of the most significant advances in recent years.

Lenovo climbed 43 places to #153 on Fortune’s annual Global 500 List, making it the highest ranking in the company’s history and one of the most significant advances in recent years. The recognition underscores Lenovo’s position as one of the world’s 500 largest companies by revenue and concludes the strongest year in its history, with record revenue of US$83 billion and adjusted net income growing 42% year-on-year to US$2 billion.

Sony Expands its ULT POWER SOUND series Lineup with 3 New Bass-Powered Speakers

Developed with hip hop creators, the new ULT TOWER lineup delivers deeper bass, higher sound pressure and true-to-life party features in a bold new design under the tagline “Massive Bass. Ultimate Vibe.” 

Sony today unveils three new speakers to its ULT POWER SOUND1 series: ULT TOWER MAX, ULT TOWER 7 and ULT TOWER 5. Whether you're hosting a party, DJing, dancing or singing karaoke, the new party speakers of ULT POWER SOUND series are designed for music lovers who want to feel every beat and combine deeper bass, higher sound pressure and deep party features to create an unforgettable party experience. 

Acer Expands Thin-and-Light Portfolio with 799 g Swift Blade 14 Laptop

Debuts alongside 16-inch Acer Swift Air 16 laptop, both powered by Intel Core Series 3 processors and offering 3K OLED panel options

Acer today announced two new thin-and-light laptops that expand possibilities for portable performance: the ultralight Acer Swift Blade 14 and the Acer Swift Air 16, both running on Windows 11.

Acer Swift Blade 14: 799 g Laptop for Mobile Productivity

Weighing only 799 g and as thin as 12.9 mm, the super-compact 14-inch Acer Swift Blade 14 (SFB14-53CF) is designed around mobile productivity and visual-driven workflows on the go. The ultra-light laptop is powered by up to an Intel Core 7 processor 350, paired with 12 GB of LPDDR5 memory and up to 1 TB of storage, delivering portable performance for work, play, and creativity. 

SM City Baguio Shares the Love of Learning Through AI, Connecting Generations in the Digital Age

Learning knows no age. At SM City Baguio, children and senior citizens came together to discover the possibilities of Artificial Intelligence (AI) during an interactive learning session held in partnership with the Department of Information and Communications Technology – Cordillera Administrative Region (DICT-CAR).

More than an introduction to emerging technology, the session created a space where generations could learn together, ask questions, and discover how AI can be used responsibly in everyday life.

Sanya Lopez Makes Her First-Ever Live-Selling Debut with nubia for NEOverse 9.9 MAXXING

From Max Out Your World to Max Out Your Deals, nubia Philippines brings its #NEOverseMaxOut energy to 9.9 with the Maxxing Queen herself

Following the momentum of NEOverse Max Out, nubia Philippines is bringing the MAXXING mindset to the 9.9 shopping season with the NEOverse 9.9 MAXXING Live Fest, featuring actress and brand partner Sanya Lopez in her first ever live selling debut.

Stepping into her role as nubia Philippines’ Maxxing Queen, Sanya is set to bring a new energy to the world of live commerce as she joins nubia’s 9.9 celebration across TikTok and Shopee. The special live selling event will give fans and shoppers an interactive way to discover featured nubia devices, exclusive offers, limited time deals, and special rewards available during the campaign.

More than just another 9.9 sale, NEOverse 9.9 MAXXING transforms online shopping into an experience where consumers can maximize not only their savings, but also their tech, entertainment, and everyday experiences.