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NAGA CITY — Eastern Communications underscored the role of digital infrastructure in accelerating regional development during the 10th Convergence of Luzon ICT Champions Conference and Exhibit (CLICKCONEX) 2026. Co-organized by the National ICT Confederation of the Philippines (NICP), the Naga City Government, and the ICT Council of Bicol, the conference brought together leaders from government, industry, and the technology sector to discuss digital development and regional competitiveness. The event featured a distinguished roster of keynote speakers, including Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo, Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong, and Senators Bam Aquino and Kiko Pangilinan.  As one of the conference’s keynote speakers, Eastern’s Chief Revenue and Innovation Officer, Edsel Paglinawan. Paglinawan discussed how telecommunications infrastructure has evolved from a basic utility into a strategic enabler of innovation, economic growth, and regional digital transformation.  In his pre...

Today, as Filipino families embrace modern living while staying grounded in tradition, they are also reshaping what “inheritance” truly means. It is no longer only about passing down jewelry, photographs, or handwritten letters. It is also about safeguarding life’s defining milestones – buying a first home, building a business, raising children, and preparing a secure future for the next generation.    With this shift comes the need for reliable protection. Smart home technologies are actively bridging tradition and innovation, with the Philips Electronic Safe offering a luxury home safe experience, combining convenience with peace of mind. These Smart Safe Boxes elevate home security by safeguarding valuables, important documents, and irreplaceable items within a secure, intelligently designed system. More than just storage, it provides families with the reassurance that their most meaningful possessions are protected, even when they are away.      Designe...

Over a hundred farmers, fisherfolk, and small business owners across the province of Laguna are now ready to become digital entrepreneurs, through a training conducted by the International Trade Centre (ITC) under the Digital-PINAS initiative, or the Joint Programme on Inclusive, Competitive, ​and Responsible Digital Philippines​.   Digital-PINAS brings community-based MSME workshops to local communities, with support from sole telco partner PLDT and Smart through the group’s #KonektedforLivelihoods initiative.   In the workshops conducted in the towns of Santa Cruz, Pila, Victoria, and Los Baños, PLDT and Smart representatives held sessions on smartphone photography and cybersecurity awareness, to enable participants to better showcase their products online, while protecting themselves from falling victim to online scams. The Group also distributed Smart Prepaid pocket wifi units and load cards to support the sessions.   "True digital transformation in the countryside is...

The modern workday rarely happens in one place. One moment you're reviewing a presentation before a client meeting, the next you're responding to emails from the airport or approving creative assets while heading to your next appointment. For today's entrepreneurs, executives, and business leaders, productivity is no longer confined to the office. It  actually happens wherever work takes them. Recognizing this shift, OPPO designed the OPPO Find N6 to be more than just a foldable smartphone. With its expansive display, desktop-inspired multitasking features, flagship performance, and seamless cross-device connectivity, the OPPO Find N6 is redefining what professionals can accomplish from a single device. For entrepreneur, creative director, and OPPO Find N6 ambassador Vince Uy, that's exactly what makes the device stand out. "The biggest challenge is shifting between creative direction, business decisions, client work, content, fashion, and travel all in one day,...

NAIROBI, KENYA, July 4th, 2026 — As AI increasingly shapes how people are seen and represented, an urgent question emerges: how do we ensure technology reflects humanity in all its complexity? TECNO believes the answer starts with a simple principle — technology should help the world see people more truthfully. With that belief, TECNO and Brazilian visual artist Angélica Dass launch “100 Portraits of Becoming,” a two-year initiative that covers five countries and begins today in Nairobi, Kenya. Co-created with Angélica Dass, the “100 Portraits of Becoming” initiative aims to capture 100 authentic portraits of individuals worldwide and document their unique journeys of becoming. These portraits — spanning diverse backgrounds — serve as a testament to the human tapestry and spark a global cultural conversation surrounding authentic representation, identity, dignity, and human becoming in the age of AI. This collaboration builds on a mutual commitment to recognizing the true diversity of...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is steadily becoming part of everyday smartphone experiences, helping users complete common tasks without constantly jumping between different applications. Whether it's researching for a paper, brainstorming content ideas, editing photos before posting them online, squeezing in a few rounds of your favorite mobile game, or simply catching up on messages, AI is quietly removing extra steps from the process. The OPPO A6s 5G, alongside its reliable hardware and long-lasting battery, brings together a collection of AI-powered tools designed to simplify everyday tasks with many of these features already built into the phone through ColorOS 16, making the entire experience more seamless. Your Next Draft Starts with a Simple Prompt For students juggling assignments or content creators planning their next post, getting started is often the hardest part. Instead of opening several browser tabs or relying on third-party apps, users can access an intelligent assi...