Realme Philippines has formally introduced its sub-brand Narzo, as it launched today, November 5, a phone from that line.
Read MorePOCO X3 NFC long-term review: Almost too easy to recommend
Just like at the top, the competition at the bargain basement of the Philippine smartphone space is also fierce. The POCO X3 NFC is a strong contender for the crown in the P10,000 (around $206 converted) range, boasting some impressive specs and a couple of surprising ones that most other phones at this price segment lack.
Read MoreRealme Narzo 20 launching in the Philippines Nov 5
Not soon after completing the Realme 7 series in the Philippines with the release of the budget-friendly Realme 7i sporting a 90Hz screen, Realme today confirmed the launch date of a new smartphone line for the local market.
Read MoreXiaomi, OPPO to launch Samsung Exynos-based phones, report says
Samsung may be at the top of the smartphone rankings, but it’s a different case for its mobile application processor, based on market-research firm Counterpoint’s report.
Read MoreApple Silicon MacBooks launching Nov 10 — report
Apple has sent out invites to its latest — and likely last — virtual event of 2020. The U.S. tech giant’s “One More Thing” launch has been scheduled for 10 a.m. PT on November 10 (2 a.m. November 11 in the Philippines) and will reportedly focus on the upcoming Macs with Apple-designed, ARM-based processors inside.
Read MoreXiaomi launches 20W fast charger for Apple iPhone 12 series
No charging brick? No problem. Apple is trying to save the environment, or at least appears to do so, by not including a power adapter and wired earphones in the iPhone 12 series packaging that’s 70% smaller than previous boxes. Of course, that won’t stop other companies from creating extra waste by selling chargers for the newest iPhones and some older models, which currently ship without power adapters and earphones.
Read MoreVivo Color Earphone with P549 ($11) price tag now in PH
The COVID-19 pandemic has made video-chat apps like Zoom and Google Meet a part of many people’s daily work and school lives. And if you’re in the market for an affordable yet stylish pair of basic earphones for voice and video calls, then Vivo might have something worth your consideration.
Read MoreSnapdragon 875 gets mind-blowing 847,868 score in leaked listing
MediaTek and Kirin chipsets may be dominating in the midrange category, but the flagship space is still Qualcomm’s territory, as seen in the more recent Antutu Benchmark rankings. And it looks like its reign won’t end soon.
Read MoreHuawei Mate 40 Pro scores over 720,000 in Antutu
Huawei has launched the Mate 40, Mate 40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro Plus, and Mate 40 RS in its native China, following the series’ global debut last week.
Read MoreApple iPhone 12 Pro: Unboxing, first impressions
We used to buy an iPhone every year… until many Android smartphones actually stepped up their game and beat it in one area that’s on top of our priority list when choosing a handset — mobile photography.
Read MoreLoL: Wild Rift: iOS, Android open beta now live
The wait is over — for some people at least. The regional open beta for League of Legends: Wild Rift (see our review of this game here) is now live to all players in select countries, including the Philippines.
Read MoreOPPO A53 2020 now available through Globe Postpaid
So while checking the Philippine telcos’ respective online stores to find out more about their postpaid plans for the newly launched OPPO Reno 4 Z 5G, we stumbled upon something else.
Read MoreiPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro in PH: How much, where to buy now
The first batch of Apple iPhone 12 series orders have started arriving in stores around the world for people who preordered the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro (the iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12 Pro Max are scheduled to hit retailers beginning November 13).
Read MoreVivo V20 SE review: More than a selfie phone
The Vivo V20 series comes just a few months after the launch of the V19 lineup, which got its Philippine release delayed because of COVID-19. It’s another midrange set that promises an excellent overall smartphone experience.
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