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Manila, Philippines (July 1, 2026) — Today’s students move seamlessly across different learning environments, juggling lectures, digital readings, online submissions, group discussions, and creative projects all in one day. As students enter a new school year, HUAWEI, the number one tablet brand in the Philippines, answers their evolving needs with the HUAWEI MatePad Family, the ultimate PC-like tablets for school, serving as the smarter productivity companion for today’s go-getter students. Built around the modern academic landscape, the HUAWEI MatePad Family is composed of the HUAWEI MatePad Pro, HUAWEI MatePad 12 X 2026, HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S 2026, and HUAWEI MatePad 11.5. These devices are designed to deliver an all-in-one productivity experience that empowers students to study, create, present, and collaborate wherever campus life takes them. More than just tablets, the HUAWEI MatePad Family reimagines what student productivity can look like. With a PC-like 4-in-1 setup featuring...

OPPO today released its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s progress in embedding sustainability across its corporate strategy, products, and operations as its business expanded to more than 90 countries and regions worldwide. Through a five-pillar sustainability framework centered on Operations and Compliance, Environmental Protection, Caring for Employees, Virtuous Innovation, and Ecosystem Engagement, OPPO continues to foster a healthy and sustainable ecosystem. Advancing Green Products and Low-Carbon Operations OPPO integrate green development into the entire process of technological innovation, product R&D, production operations, and supply chain collaboration. As part of its commitment to green and low-carbon operations, OPPO conducts product life cycle assessments (LCAs) for smartphones to measure environmental impacts across sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, use, and end-of-life recycling. In 2025, OPPO completed LCAs for 23 smartphone models, supportin...

Manila, Philippines (June 30, 2026) — Global tech brand HUAWEI recently expanded its WATCH GT Runner 2 series, co-developed with King of Marathon Eliud Kipchoge, as it unveiled the all-new Racing Legend edition. Now available for PHP 19,999, the smartwatch combines refreshed aesthetics with accurate positioning technology, comprehensive insights, and AI-powered marathon intelligence. The HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 Racing Legend also features a redesigned watch face and a four-tone AirDry nylon strap in Dark Blue, Red, White, and Green. Buyers purchasing from June 30 to July 31 can enjoy exclusive freebies worth up to PHP 11,384. This bundle includes a free fluoroelastomer strap worth PHP 1,999, a free HUAWEI FreeArc worth PHP 4,999 (available on a first-come, first-served basis), a three-month HUAWEI Health+ Membership worth PHP 387, and a two-year warranty package (one-year standard warranty plus one-year extended warranty) with two years of Accidental Damage Protection worth PHP 3,999...

Great content starts with the ability to capture a moment exactly as you see it. Whether it's a breathtaking landscape, a beautifully lit portrait, a high-energy concert, or a cinematic travel reel, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra and OPPO Find X9s make it easier than ever to bring creative visions to life. Equipped with advanced imaging systems, versatile focal lengths, powerful zoom capabilities, and intelligent computational photography, both devices deliver the flexibility needed to produce stunning photos and videos without the burden of extra equipment. What sets the OPPO Find X9 Ultra and X9s apart is their ability to adapt to the way creators shoot. Instead of being limited to a single perspective, users can move seamlessly from expansive wide-angle scenes to detailed close-ups, natural-looking portraits, and distant subjects all from one device. Combined with OPPO's advanced imaging technology, this versatility allows creators to capture more of the moments that matter and tell...

In today’s modern age, we are able to experience the luxury to do multiple things in just one device, particularly to our mobile phones. While this is true and has become a norm, having complimentary devices to support all our other tasks in our mobile phone can also be beneficial.  Whether it's filming a travel vlog, editing a class project, or putting together social media content, today's creators need devices that work together to keep up with their ideas.  With the OPPO Reno15 Series 5G and OPPO Pad 5, OPPO brings together a connected ecosystem that makes it easier to capture, review, edit, and share content all without disrupting your creative flow. Capturing Professional-Quality Content Anywhere Every great piece of content starts with a great shot. Equipped with 4K HDR Ultra-Steady Video, the OPPO Reno15 Series 5G lets users record smooth, high-resolution footage even while walking or shooting handheld. Combined with the 50MP Ultra-Wide Selfie Camera for expansive...

Students and parents at STI West Negros University can now pay tuition and other school fees through GCash following the university’s partnership with the country’s leading finance app through the GBills platform.   The agreement between STI West Negros University and GCash, formalized through a ceremonial Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), aims to augment traditional manual payment systems with a more streamlined digital process, enabling stakeholders to settle institutional fees via the GCash app.   The partnership comes as schools and universities across the Philippines continue expanding digital services introduced during the pandemic, with many institutions seeking faster and more accessible payment channels for students and parents.   With the integration, STI West Negros University students and families can use the GBills feature in the GCash app to pay tuition and other fees without the need to visit physical payment centers or campus cashier offices.   The integ...

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) has partnered with GCash, the country’s leading finance super app and largest cashless ecosystem, to strengthen support for overseas Filipinos and returning migrants, particularly those who come home without a steady source of income.   Returning Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) often face financial uncertainty after their employment abroad ends, with limited access to coordinated reintegration support, sustainable income opportunities, and financial management tools. The partnership seeks to address these gaps through a more accessible and streamlined support system.   By integrating CFO’s initiatives into the GCash digital ecosystem, the collaboration provides returning migrants with seamless access to essential reintegration programs, financial services, and entrepreneurship opportunities. Additionally, the partnership will streamline government transactions by facilitating new digital payment channels for CFO services.   As p...

At a time of rising costs and economic uncertainty, freelancing has emerged as a growing source of opportunity. As more Filipinos turn to freelancing as a viable long-term career, many are adopting digital tools like the GCash Virtual US Account to simplify cross-border payments.   Recognizing this, the GCash Freelancer Connect, a series of community events designed to bring freelancers based in different cities in the country, made its way to Pampanga for its first regional leg. Attendees gathered to learn from speakers KD Creatives and Dani Jacobe, who led practical sessions on how to diversify income streams, charge more competitive prices, and build greater financial confidence with the support of tools like GCash. Here are key insights shared during the event:   Strong relationships create steady opportunities    With more Filipinos entering the freelancing industry, standing out has become a bigger challenge. For Dani Jacobe, building meaningful connections – a...

 useful tools in your daily routine, but it can also be a source of frustration when it falls short at the wrong moment. Running low on battery before the day is over, dealing with lag during a casual gaming session, worrying about rain damaging your device, or spending extra time editing photos are challenges many users know all too well. The OPPO A6s 5G takes aim at these everyday pain points with features designed around how people actually use their smartphones. From staying powered throughout busy days to delivering smoother performance and smarter photo enhancements, here’s how the OPPO A6s 5G handles them with ease. Phones That Can't Handle Everyday Mishaps A smartphone can face plenty of hazards throughout the day. From getting caught in an unexpected downpour during your commute, to using your device with wet hands after a workout, accidents can happen when you least expect them. For users who spend time outdoors, dust and unpredictable weather can add another layer of con...

Globe continues to strengthen its commitment to accessible and convenient connectivity services with the opening of a new Onsite Distribution Operations (OSDO) hub in Barangay Mahabang Parang, Angono, Rizal, bringing Globe At Home applications, prepaid products, and customer support closer to residents and nearby communities. The new hub serves as a customer touchpoint to make Globe At Home services more accessible for households, students, remote workers, and small business owners who increasingly rely on stable internet connectivity for work, learning, communication, and daily digital activities. Located in the “Art Capital of the Philippines,” the Angono hub supports Globe’s broader initiative to expand community-based service hubs nationwide, enabling customers to conveniently access connectivity solutions within their own neighborhood. “We are expanding affordable internet services to as many households and communities as possible.  As Filipinos continue to embrace digital lif...

Thousands of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) gained further knowledge on how technology and digital platforms can help them grow their businesses sustainably and with ease during the 18th Philippine Business Expo, which was backed by the Philippines SME Business Network (PhilSME) and GCash for Business.    The event focused on gathering innovators, entrepreneurs, startups, corporate professionals, business owners, and franchisors, providing them with business solutions and industry insights to help them navigate the increasingly digital economy.   "Events like this are important because MSMEs do not grow alone—they grow stronger through collaboration, innovation, and access to the right support systems. Through PHILSME, we hope more entrepreneurs realize that there is a whole community ready to help them succeed in today’s evolving business landscape," PhilSME CEO & Managing Director Trixie Esguerra-Abrenilla said.   GCash has been designing tools th...

GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance super app and largest cashless ecosystem, is set to roll out its In-App One-Time Passwords (OTPs) feature by June 22, replacing SMS-based authentication as part of its strengthened cybersecurity measures against phishing scams and financial fraud. As GCash transitions to In-App OTPs, users are encouraged to ensure that push notifications are enabled to avoid any disruption on transactions and account activities.   With this latest security enhancement, users now receive their OTPs through secure push notifications directly within the app, providing a safer and more seamless verification experience.    This move by the country’s leading finance super app complies with the directive of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas to phase out SMS-based OTPs by June 30, 2026. The measure aligns with the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act (AFASA), which aims to strengthen cybersecurity safeguards and curb the growing incidence of digital fraud. ...

Health and wellness have become an increasingly important part of modern living, with consumers seeking smarter ways to stay active and informed. Complementing the OPPO Reno15 Series 5G, the new OPPO Watch S extends the smartphone experience with advanced health monitoring, fitness tracking, and seamless connectivity designed for everyday wellbeing. Comprehensive Health and Fitness Tracking Designed to support modern lifestyles, the OPPO Watch S combines advanced health and wellness features with comprehensive fitness tracking. It offers heart health monitoring, ECG functionality, and personalized wellness insights, helping users stay more informed about their overall wellbeing. For active individuals, the smartwatch supports over 100 sports and workout modes, delivering accurate tracking across a wide range of activities. For users looking to take their training further, the OPPO Watch S also features dedicated professional modes for 12 popular sports, including running, swimming, ten...

The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), through its collecting Ministries, Offices, and Agencies, will soon introduce a more convenient way for constituents to pay government fees and complete transactions following a new partnership between the Bangsamoro Treasury Office (BTO), a sectoral office under the Ministry of Finance, Budget, and Management, and GCash.   This partnership reflects a shared commitment to improving access to public services by providing a digital platform that connects government services directly to constituents, making transactions simpler, faster, and more accessible across the region.   Payment processes have largely remained traditional, with many transactions still done manually and requiring constituents to visit field offices to complete them. For those in remote and far-flung areas, this often results in additional time, cost, and inconvenience.   As emphasized by Minister Ubaida C. Pacasem of the Ministry of Finance an...

Manila, Philippines (June 11, 2026) — When your daily life doesn’t hit pause, you need a device you can fully rely on. Powered by the biggest battery ever among HUAWEI phones, the HUAWEI nova 15 Max helps you make the most out of every moment with an immersive display and sound, a durable design, and innovative imaging capabilities—for only PHP 19,888. Whether you’re constantly on the move or just a heavy smartphone user, the HUAWEI nova 15 Max is the kind of device that will keep you going even as your day gets busy. Keep Going All Day, Every Day with Non-Stop Power and Reliable Performance Battery anxiety is a real struggle, especially if you’re someone who grinds from sunrise to sundown. Whether you’re out all day with nowhere to plug in, or jumping between classes or errands, the HUAWEI nova 15 Max has you covered. With the newest smartphone from HUAWEI, you won’t need to carry a bulky power bank anymore, thanks to its massive 8500mAh Super Battery — the biggest battery ever on a ...