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Pampanga, Philippines, August 11, 2026 – Global AI devices provider HONOR Philippines continues to redefine what a foldable smartphone can withstand as the HONOR Magic V6 takes on an extraordinary durability challenge: being pulled by an aircraft weighing approximately 1 ton. In an impressive durability demonstration, the HONOR Magic V6 was subjected as part of a controlled aircraft-pull test, putting its structural strength and engineering to the test under extreme force. The spectacle underscores HONOR’s commitment to developing foldable devices that combine sophisticated design with uncompromising durability. HONOR also brought the HONOR Magic V6 for a lat pulldown activation, turning a familiar strength-training exercise into an unconventional durability test. Taking the challenge to the waters, HONOR also demonstrated the HONOR Magic V6’s resistance by dipping the device into a swimming pool. The underwater activation highlights the smartphone’s ability to face challenging enviro...

  The Ministry of Social Services and Development (MSSD) of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) has partnered with GCash 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.   This strategic partnership broadens the reach of the FAST Project, ensuring that financial aid is significantly more accessible and convenient to receive, particularly for families living in remote and underserved communities.   “The FAST Project was designed to make social protection faster, more transparent and direct,” said MSSD minister Raissa H. Jajurie. “By bringing GCash onboard, we’re cutting down waiting times and making sure financial aid goes safely and seamlessly to Bangsamoro families and communities who need it most.”   Under the partnership, benefici...

Manila, Philippines (August 10, 2026) — As the no. 1 tablet brand in the Philippines, HUAWEI empowers Filipino creators and professionals with the launch of the HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max. Users nationwide can pre-order the thinnest, lightest 13-inch+, PC-level productivity tablet and secure massive premium freebies until August 19. The HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max minimizes limits so users can define every moment of mobile productivity and artistic creation. It brings together top-tier industrial design, an immersive display, and AI assistant capabilities to push the boundaries of what large-screen tablets can achieve. 4-in-1 PC-Level Portability and AI-Powered Productivity The HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max delivers the ultimate 4-in-1 PC-like experience, designed to adapt effortlessly to everyday situations across work, entertainment, study, and creative pursuits. It simplifies daily tasks with the upgraded PC-Level WPS Office and the new WPS AI suite, which intelligently suggests topics, refines te...

Year after year, Catanduanes in the Bicol Region stands on the frontlines of the fiercest storms. Known as the "Land of the Howling Winds," the island province lies directly along the western Pacific typhoon belt, making it one of the first areas in the Philippines to bear the brunt of powerful typhoons, torrential rains, and storm surges. Recognizing the urgent need to strengthen disaster preparedness in one of the country's most disaster-prone provinces, PLDT, Smart, and the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF), through Australian Aid-funded Project REACHED (Resilient Emergency Communications for Enhanced Disaster Response) recently marked July as the National Disaster Resilience Month by turning over Ligtas Kits to three vulnerable barangays in Virac, Catanduanes, Barangays Balite, Simamla, and Talisoy, strengthening the disaster preparedness capability of the municipality. The PLDT and Smart Ligtas Kit is a portable, all-in-one emergency communication and ...

Some of the best barkada memories happen on the fly such as a spontaneous coffee date, a late-night food crawl, front-row concert moments, or an impromptu weekend escape. Before you know it, your camera roll is full, your monthly dump is ready, and your favorite Reel has a new highlight. The new OPPO Reno16 Series 5G is built to make sure every moment looks as unforgettable as it feels. Now officially available in the Philippines, the OPPO Reno16 Series 5G transforms your phone into a Pocket Studio, a complete content creation experience that combines flagship-level camera hardware, AI-powered editing tools, and intelligent software.  A Pocket Studio built for every story As content creation becomes part of everyday life, smartphones have evolved beyond simply capturing photos. Whether it's sharing a hidden café, a weekend getaway, or a celebration with friends, they're now the camera, editing suite, and creative studio people rely on every day. The OPPO Reno16 Series 5G brings...

Manila, Philippines (August 7, 2026) — HUAWEI has once again raised the bar for flagship smartphones with the new “King of Imaging,” the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series, available starting at PHP 54,999, and now open for pre-order in the Philippines. Bringing together trendsetting aesthetics, next-generation imaging, reliable 5G connectivity, and advanced AI-powered features, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series ushers a new era of intelligent mobile experiences. King of Imaging Brings Your Vision to Focus The HUAWEI Pura Series is renowned for seamlessly blending groundbreaking imaging innovation with fashion-forward design, empowering users to capture life’s beauty while expressing their individuality through a device that is as remarkable as the moments it preserves. Reinforcing its position as the “King of Imaging,” the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series introduces a new range of imaging innovation to take the mobile photography experience to greater heights, enabling users to preserve their best moments exactly...