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MSSD-BARMM and GCash Partner to Provide Cashless Aid Through New Bangsamoro Cards

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  The Ministry of Social Services and Development of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (MSSD-BARMM) has partnered with GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance super app and largest cashless ecosystem, to expand its cashless disbursement system under the Financial Assistance System Transformation (FAST) Project, an initiative designed to make the distribution of social assistance faster, more efficient, and more transparent for beneficiaries across the region.   While MSSD-BARMM has already begun transitioning to digital payouts, the partnership with GCash expands the reach of the FAST Project, ensuring that financial assistance is more accessible and convenient for beneficiaries, including those in remote and underserved communities.   “This partnership strengthens our FAST Project by expanding our cashless distribution channels and ensuring timely assistance for our beneficiaries,” said Atty. Raissa H. Jajuri...

Setting a New Standard: Schneider Electric’s Cavite Site Becomes Luzon's Premier 100% Renewable Government Ecozone

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CAVITE, PHILIPPINES  – Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, recently switched its Smart Factory in Rosario, Cavite to 100% renewable energy, setting a new benchmark for industrial sustainability in the Philippines. The Cavite Smart Factory is the first manufacturing site within a government-operated economic zone in Luzon to fully transition to renewable energy, and the first Schneider Electric factory in East Asia to operate entirely on clean power. The switch, completed on December 26, 2025, capped Schneider Electric’s 30th year in the Philippines and was formally marked during the company’s 190th global foundation year on January 14, 2026.  The milestone was achieved through collaboration with partners including the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), Cavite Economic Zone (CEZ), Meralco Ecozone Power (MEP), Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP), and ACEN Renewable Energy Solutions (ACEN RES), underscoring the role of cro...

Upgrade for the Lunar New Year! Explore big savings in the OPPO 2.2 Sale

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Charge into the Year of the Horse with speed, strength, and smart upgrades. This Chinese New Year, OPPO invites you to celebrate new beginnings, fresh momentum, and good fortune with its 2.2 Sale, packed with lucky deals, exclusive vouchers, and generous freebies. From February 1 to 6, 2026, enjoy big savings on your favorite OPPO devices, from everyday essentials to premium flagships, available on Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, and OPPO’s official online store. Auspicious Savings with OPPO’s All-Day Vouchers  Bring in good fortune with these exciting deals with OPPO’s All-Day Vouchers via Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop—all applicable without minimum spend for the following devices: PHP 100 off on all variants of OPPO A3 PHP 200 off on OPPO A5i PHP 500 off on OPPO A6 Pro PHP 500 off on OPPO Enco X3s PHP 500 off on OPPO Reno12 F 4G/5G PHP 800 off on OPPO A6x PHP 1,000 off on OPPO A5 PHP 1,000 off on OPPO Pad SE WiFi/LTE PHP 1,000 off on OPPO Reno14 Series 5G PHP 1,500 off on OPPO A5i...

HONOR X9d 5G Sees Massive 160% Sales Surge Over Predecessor on Day One

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Manila, Philippines, January 29, 2026  – Leading global AI smart devices provider HONOR Philippines had a fantastic start to the year with the launch of its newest smartphone, the HONOR X9d 5G. The brand kicked things off on January 1 with its viral drop tests, followed by the star-studded HONOR X9d 5G vs. Tesla Cybertruck experiential event, culminating in its grand launch at the Grand Hyatt. On January 24, the HONOR X9d 5G officially hit stores nationwide with a record-breaking first-day sales performance, posting a 160% increase compared to its predecessor, the HONOR X9c 5G.  "On behalf of HONOR Philippines, I thank our loyal HONOR fans, partners, and media friends for the overwhelming support for the HONOR X9d 5G. This success would not have been possible without your trust and belief in us. We are truly grateful, and we promise to continue bringing you tougher, smarter, and more exciting innovations,” said HONOR Philippines Vice Pre...

Next-Gen AIOS: How OPPO and Google Cloud are using "Memory Symbiosis" to Protect your Privacy

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As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform smartphones from tools into personal intelligent assistants, OPPO has unveiled its vision for next generation AI Operating System (AIOS). At the recent Google Cloud Export Summit in Beijing, OPPO outlined its strategic roadmap, made possible through its collaboration with Google Cloud, focusing on “Memory Symbiosis” and “Privacy Protection,” to guide the industry toward a native and fully intelligent future.  “The essence of AI is understanding the user. Together with Google Cloud, we are shaping OPPO AI into a truly personalized intelligent companion, one that understands, anticipates, and serves users in a powerful yet intuitive way,” said Haonan Lu, Head of Large Model Algorithms at OPPO. He emphasized that a meaningful AIOS goes beyond features to fundamentally adapt to individual needs, as a reliable and deeply personalized intelligent companion. Tackling Key Pain Points with System-Level AI for a Cohesive Service Experien...

Conquer the Chaos with OPPO A6 Pro’s Durable Tech

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When urgent demands collide with unforeseen circumstances, you need a phone built to keep up with everything—from weather changes, accidental bumps, and battery anxiety. The OPPO A6 Pro has you covered, designed to handle spills and drops, and comes with a high battery capacity to keep your hustle moving even in tough times. Take on the elements, shrug off hard knocks The OPPO A6 Pro boasts an IP69-rated sealing that locks out dust and stands up to high-pressure, high-temperature water jets, so ports and seams stay intact even after accidental liquid spills or sudden downpours.  Adding to this is its military-grade shock resistance, built with a reinforced frame, toughened glass, and targeted impact cushions around key components of the device to disperse impact from edge and corner drops. Its structure is stressed across multiple angles and surfaces to curb deformation and micro-fractures, keeping the display, radios, and haptics operating within spec long after each bump.  R...

Eastern Communications Leads PH Market as a Cisco Preferred Networking Partner Under Cisco 360 Partner Program Framework

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Eastern Communications has been officially recognized by Cisco as a Cisco Preferred Networking Partner, placing the Philippines’ pioneer telecommunications and ICT solutions provider among the first in the Philippines to earn the designation ahead of the global rollout of the Cisco 360 Partner Program in January 2026. The designation is given to partners that demonstrate advanced technical capability, strong lifecycle practices, and deep customer engagement. This recognition marks a strategic milestone for Eastern Communications as it strengthens its role in the country’s rapidly evolving, AI-enabled digital economy. The Cisco 360 Partner Program, considered the company’s most significant partner transformation in 25 years, introduces new specializations, incentives, and bonuses that place greater weight on value delivery and specialized expertise.  With the needs of customers evolving in the AI era, the program’s evolution connects partner success to how they meet customer needs a...