If 2020 and the coronavirus pandemic has taught us anything at all, it’s the importance of having access to fast and reliable internet. Unfortunately for many, this has remained elusive over the last several years despite the expanded availability of fiber-based broadband and rollout of next-generation technologies like 5G in key cities and locations across the Philippines.
Read MoreRedmi 9 now up to P1,000 less at Xiaomi PH stores
The Xiaomi Redmi 9, one of the most value-packed smartphones to come out of 2020, is now more affordable than ever in the Philippines, thanks to a recent price cut. This makes it a more attractive and more attainable option, especially for mobile gamers looking for a budget handset that can play most modern games at decent frame rates.
Read MoreVivo Y11 tops 2020 list of bestselling phones at MemoXpress
We always find lists of best-selling devices interesting even if they’re from one retailer only. Well, especially if they’re from one of the biggest retailers.
Read MoreOPPO Reno 5 4G official. How it compares with the Reno 4 4G here
Three OPPO Reno 5 5G phones were launched in China in December, with an Reno 5 Lite model said to be joining them soon.
Read MoreGalaxy Buds Pro on PH site, could launch with Galaxy S21
Samsung is expected to announce its flagship Galaxy S21 series later this month, possibly as soon as January 14 — much earlier than usual, if rumors are to be believed. Whether the leaks are true, it’s likely that the Korean company will launch the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro in the Philippines soon. Perhaps alongside the Galaxy S21 phones.
Read MoreRealme Buds Air Pro review: ANC for everyone
The Realme Buds Air Pro have an enticing proposition for you. They bring active noise cancellation to the masses with these affordable TWS earphones — a first for the company. Of course, as budget accessories, we expect some compromises had to be made to bring these earbuds to us. And that’s what we hope to uncover with this review.
Read MoreXiaomi Mi 11 Pro to launch in February — report
In case you missed the announcement, we didn’t see a Pro variant launch alongside the Xiaomi Mi 11 that debuted in China a couple of days ago. And it might be a while before we get our hands on the more premium model in the lineup, if the recent rumblings are true.
Read MoreHonor V40 spotted with MediaTek Dimensity chip, not Kirin
It’s been more than a month since Huawei announced that it sold Honor to Shenzhen Zhixin New Information Technology, a consortium that includes over 30 agents and dealers of Honor devices in China.
Read MoreProtect your iPhone 12 with these OtterBox cases
Got that new Apple iPhone 12 series phone in your preferred colorway? Great! Enjoy the brilliant camera; the bright and natural-looking OLED screen; the incredibly fast 5G; and Apple‘s so-slick-to-the-touch iOS operating system. But don’t forget about the need for protection, too, especially since iPhones in all shapes and sizes don’t come cheap.
Read MoreMore OPPO Reno 5 series phones expected to launch soon
There are already three Reno 5 series phones on the market, albeit in China. The OPPO Reno 5 5G and OPPO Reno 5 Pro 5G debuted December 11, and the OPPO Reno 5 Pro Plus 5G was launched on the 24th.
Read MoreLaunched: Xiaomi Mi 11, world’s 1st Snapdragon 888 phone
Xiaomi just took the wraps off the Mi 11 in China, debuting the successor to its successful Mi 10 lineup. Unfortunately, we didn’t see a Pro variant during the launch’s keynote, but considering everything the latest Mi flagship has to offer, including a sizable quad-curved 2K screen and cutting-edge internals, we doubt anyone was seriously disappointed especially given the local pricing.
Read MoreConverge subscribers get even more free speed upgrades
Remember when Converge Information and Communications Technology Solutions Inc. started giving free permanent speed upgrades of up to 300 Mbps to its subscribers last December 15?
Read MoreVivo X60 Pro specs surface on certification body’s site
Vivo will lift the veil off the its new X lineup in China December 29th. We’ve already seen a lot of leaks ahead of the launch, and today, we’re treated to the specs of one of the smartphones about to be announced.
Read MoreLike iPhone 12, Xiaomi Mi 11 won’t come with charger
Remember when Apple launched the iPhone 12 series without a charger in the box, and then a lot of rival companies mocked the U.S. tech giant online? One of those companies happened to be Xiaomi, which recently confirmed it would follow Apple‘s footsteps with its upcoming flagship smartphone. Just as we predicted two months ago.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy A42 5G review: Capable 5G midrange phone
Samsung‘s 5G offerings were initially limited to its premium products — the flagships with the best specs and the highest prices. If you wanted a 5G handset from the brand, you needed to shell out the big bucks for it. Now, the renowned smartphone maker has a new handset that is its most affordable 5G phone yet.
Read MoreMediaTek beats Qualcomm to become top chipmaker in Q3 2020
Following a strong third quarter in 2020, MediaTek has surpassed Qualcomm to be the top smartphone-chipset vendor for the first time, according to market analyst Counterpoint Research. The Taiwanese chipmaker expanded its market share to 31% last quarter from 26% in the same period as last year.
Read MoreOPPO Reno 5 Pro Plus 5G debuts with 50MP Sony IMX766 sensor
Almost two weeks after the Reno 5 and Reno 5 Pro 5G phones were launched, the series’ most premium member has been announced, too.
Read MoreMate vs Mate: Huawei outdoes self in camera-phone rankings
Well, this is quite expected. After climbing the top of DxOMark’s smartphone-camera rankings with the Huawei Mate 40 Pro, the technology giant has outdone itself in the imaging department. Once again.
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