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MANILA, Philippines | 17 September 2026 — GAC Philippines has been officially recognized as the "2026 Breakthrough Brand - Automotive" in Kantar's 2026 BrandZ Spotlight on Philippine Brands report. GAC joins a prestigious roster of recognized industry leaders honored across key consumer categories, including Banking, Health Supplements, Communication Providers, General Retailers, and Beers. As this year's Philippine accolades cover the retail and service sectors, GAC and Toyota were the automotive brands recognized at the event, with GAC receiving the "2026 Breakthrough Brand - Automotive" title. Within the automotive category, Kantar Philippines data shows that in the first half of 2026, electrified vehicles (xEVs) accounted for 15.3% of new vehicle sales recorded by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines and the Truck Manufacturers Association (CAMPI-TMA). Meanwhile, Kantar Philippines' April 2026 consumer survey reve...

Manila, Philippines (September 16, 2026) — Unveiled at the “Chase the Wild” product launch in Germany, the HUAWEI GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity 2026 is now officially open for submissions. The competition invites digital artists, professional creators, and everyday enthusiasts from around the world, including Filipino creators, to bring their ideas to life through digital art. Building on the activity’s growing global community, which has contributed over 10,000 submissions in the past two years, participants can submit their original digital artworks until January 31, 2027, and join a worldwide celebration of diverse artistic expression. This year, HUAWEI is making the activity more accessible with the introduction of the new Easy Creation category, giving aspiring digital artists a simpler way to get started. All entries must be created exclusively using a HUAWEI tablet and the GoPaint app, which features realistic brushes, high-definition canvases, and low-latency drawing for...

  De La Salle University (DLSU) and GCash are partnering to strengthen tech talent development through the NextGen Tech Builders Program, an industry-designed fintech engineering elective that brings real-world technology practices into the university classroom.   As DLSU’s Term 1 classes starts, DLSU undergraduate students will gain hands-on experience with the technologies and development practices used to build and operate large-scale digital platforms.   The elective is part of a deeper collaboration between DLSU and GCash, giving students the opportunity to develop fintech engineering skills while still in university. The program combines classroom learning with practical work, including a fintech capstone project where students can apply what they learn to real-world challenges.   DLSU students also joined a forum introducing the new elective and its fintech track. Ding , a DLSU alumnus and member of the GCash Cadetship Program Batch 2023, shared their career j...

Manila, Philippines — ASUS Business Philippines is expanding its business presence beyond Metro Manila, bringing its flagship laptop ASUS ExpertBook Ultra and business-grade technology closer to the executives, entrepreneurs, and IT decision-makers driving growth in Cebu and Davao . Following its Manila debut on July 1, 2026, the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra made its regional debut in NUSTAR Resort Cebu, Cebu City on September 7 and 8, followed by Dusit D2, Davao City on September 11. Drawing more than 1,000 total attendees, the Grand Launches supports ASUS Business Philippines’ commitment to expanding access to enterprise-grade AI for business technology. For ASUS Business, the message is clear: the next wave of AI adoption and business-grade devices are not limited to one place. It is also taking shape in the regional business hubs where companies are building, scaling, and competing for the future. Bringing Business-Grade Technology Closer to Fast-Growing Regional Businesses  ASUS br...

Manila, Philippines (September 15, 2026) — HUAWEI brings together audio innovation and fashion-forward design with the release of the HUAWEI FreeClip 2 in an all-new Berry Purple colorway. Designed to make a statement, the new hue reimagines the traditional earbud as a stylish piece of wearable technology, adding a vibrant yet sophisticated accent to any look. More than just a bold style statement, the Berry Purple edition delivers the signature “Never Feel, Never Fall” experience of the HUAWEI FreeClip 2. For only PHP 9,999, the device combines all-day comfort, a secure open-ear fit, and intelligent audio, designed for professionals and multitaskers who want to move confidently through their day without compromising style, comfort, or awareness. “Never Feel, Never Fall” Comfort Meets Intelligent Audio At the heart of the HUAWEI FreeClip 2 is its innovative Airy C-Bridge Design, created to keep up with everything from morning workouts and daily commutes to back-to-back meetings. Each ...

There was a time when posting on social media meant choosing one perfectly posed photo. Now, some of the most memorable posts are the ones that feel a little less planned, resulting in blurry barkada selfies, flash-heavy shots, random food snaps, outfit checks, and all the little moments in between. It is this sense of spontaneity that keeps the monthly photo dump alive. For Gen Z, it has become a visual diary that captures the moments that shaped the month without requiring every image to look overly polished. With nostalgic digicam aesthetics, film-inspired filters, and candid photography making a comeback, creating content feels playful and effortless again. The OPPO Reno16 Series 5G embraces this creative shift through its Pocket Studio experience by bringing together professional-grade cameras, playful imaging features, and AI-powered creative tools, which makes it easy to shoot, curate, and share a monthly photo dump straight from your smartphone with minimal editing required. Br...

Manila, Philippines (September 11, 2026) — HUAWEI changes the way modern users work, play, and create with the all-new HUAWEI MatePad Air, bringing together a remarkable screen, PC-level AI productivity, and powerful performance in an ultra-thin and lightweight design. Built for modern professionals, entrepreneurs, and creators, the latest addition to the HUAWEI MatePad series gives users the flexibility to work, learn, create, and manage everyday tasks wherever they are. The all-new HUAWEI MatePad Air is now available for pre-order in the Philippines starting September 11, 2026, giving users the chance to experience a smarter and more versatile way to work and create. See Every Detail Better with the World’s Best Screen The HUAWEI MatePad Air boasts the world’s best screen with its 12-inch 2.8K Ultra-Clear OLED screen and PaperMatte Display, giving users a larger canvas for productivity, creativity, and entertainment. For JC Cerezo, a remote sales trainer and founder of The Parliamen...