Nintendo NX to Become Reality in Early 2017

It's been about a year since there have been speculations and rumors that video game hardware and software giant Nintendo is planning to launch and release a new gaming system code-named NX, and there have been mixed reactions regarding this matter throughout that period. Now Nintendo has officially confirmed that the new system named NX will be scheduled for release worldwide on March 2017.

Chinese Brands Shock the Global Smartphone Market

The International Data Corporation recently released its preliminary data on the top vendors in the global smartphone markets for the first quarter of 2016 based on number of smartphones being shipped and/or sold and market shares. Samsung may have topped the list, but many tech enthusiasts and critics do not expect that some of the expected mobile brands to retain their spot in the list would be beaten fairly by Chinese smartphone brands that has made their presence felt in the said markets since last year.

A Disappointing Showdown in Local Cinemas

Thousands of Filipino movie buffs are ecstatic about Viva Entertainment's latest soon-to-be blockbuster movie This Time featuring the country's well-loved and phenomenal on-screen and off-screen tandem of James Reid and Nadine Lustre (collectively known as JaDine) which will be shown in hundreds of movie theaters all over the country on May 4. But while they are starting to prepare for more heart-fluttering moments, many of them will be disappointed by one last-minute setback.

Getting a Postpaid Plan Now is Not Easy

Telecommunications companies in the Philippines are now getting more competitive than ever before as they continue to offer innovative and engaging services that would cater to the digital lifestyle needs to their customers, whether they are purchasing a prepaid SIM card for their smartphones or preferring to apply for a postpaid plan that suit their own budget. With the continuing smartphone penetration in the local smartphone market, it would seem that getting a postpaid plan is not easy compared to choosing what smartphone can suit your own.

What Makes Civil War The Best Marvel Movie Ever?

Thousands of Filipino movie buffs and superhero fans are expected to flock hundreds of movie theaters all over the country just to watch the latest installment in the Captain America franchise, but watching the movie will give you more than enough reasons why you think that Captain America: Civil War will be the best Marvel movie ever so far.

Globe Telecom Adds More Iconic Achievements

Globe Telecom, the leading telecom brand in the Philippines and the true purveyor of the Filipino digital lifestyle, is set to redefine the local retail platform with the opening of its first world-class flagship store named ICONIC. ICONIC is expected to house the latest in retail, entertainment, music and everything else about the Filipino digital lifestyle.

Acer Announces Asus Zenfone Max Counterpart

One of the best things that Filipino consumers look for when buying their own smartphone is its battery life, and it seems that there are a handful of these devices with long-lasting battery life that would suit to what they want to do on their smartphone. For me, on top of these rare smartphones is the Asus Zenfone Max, which is the best for on-the-go people for a very intriguing price of about Php8,500. However, on a recent event held in New York, Taiwanese-based PC and mobile brand Acer introduced a counterpart to the Zenfone Max named the Liquid Zest Plus.

Xbox 360 Now in Retroville?

This is one of the many variations of Microsoft's Xbox 360. IT'S NOT DEAD YET!!

On April 20, 2016, Microsoft announced that it will discontinue the production of its Xbox 360 console which first debuted more than ten years ago, although the company continues to sell its existing inventory of these consoles in the United States and other countries around the world.

The Best of Philippine Movies Truly Belongs to ABS-CBN

ABS-CBN Corporation, the largest media and entertainment company in the Philippines today, has been keen in bringing the best and the finest of the local movie scene through the years to Filipino and global audiences on different platforms, whether they are on television or on their computers and mobile devices. That commitment has been further proven when it renewed its partnership last month with Viva Entertainment and Regal Entertainment, earning the company the rights to broadcast their movies on free and pay TV, ABS-CBN Mobile and The Filipino Channel (TFC).

Reaping the Effects of ComeLeak

Late last March, the official website of the Commission of Elections (COMELEC) has been hacked. A few days later, its database containing information of 55 million registered voters has been leaked by another hacking group. About a month later, one of the suspects behind the COMELEC website hacking incident was arrested. But on the same day, the damage made by probably a candidate for the biggest government-related data breach in the world has been done.

World's Best Have Philippine Offices

Two of the most popular brands in the world today, namely the National Basketball Association (NBA) and social networking service Facebook, have respectively opened their offices in Metro Manila to strengthen their investment and commitment in the Philippines.

Prior to Asus' Possible Zenfone 3 Release

Tech enthusiasts are ecstatic about the possible release of the Asus Zenfone 3 which is said that it will be launched on May 30. I don't know if Asus will live up to its promise to its customers of a new Zenfone series coming soon, but it seems that it continues to release new smartphones that can cater to their own digital lifestyle needs, especially for Filipino consumers.

Cherry Mobile Alpha Line Continues with Prime 5

Two years ago, Cherry Mobile introduced its first line of Windows-powered smartphones to Filipino consumers, making it the first homegrown mobile phone brand in the country to do so. Now, its Alpha line of engaging Windows mobile devices continues with the launch of its flagship smartphone for 2016, the Cherry Mobile Alpha Prime 5.

Local Indie Films Now Become Exclusive to iflix

Here are some of the highlights from #madeINDIEPhilippines event, courtesy of The Philippine Star.

The Philippine independent cinema continues to enjoy modest and engaging success with many of its movies being presented in different film festivals around the world and awarded in local award-giving bodies such as FAMAS and new ones presented in our own range of local film festivals like Cinemalaya, Cine Filipino and Cinema One Originals among others. Many of these acclaimed indie flicks are available to watch online, but there is no doubt that local filmmakers are looking for a strong and dynamic platform that could showcase their work to local and global audiences. 

More Filipinos Now Relying on Online Pawnshops

Through many years, pawnshops have a vital role in Philippine economy considering that many residents in our country prefer to walk to their nearest shop and get cash loans from it with pawnable or appraised items as collateral such as jewelries, mobile devices, and even video game consoles. Now, thanks to technology, many Filipinos have found a more convenient way to pawn their own unusable items without the need to beat the heat walking to their nearest pawnshop. And it's all thanks to PawnHero.

LG G5 Coming to the Philippines on May

It's been a few weeks since LG Mobile's newest flagship smartphone, the LG G5, impressed those who attended the 2016 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain. Now, LG Mobile Philippines is proud to announce that the said smartphone will be available in our local shores by May 18th, and that is something that those who want to own it have been waiting for since its launch.

Filipinos to Get Acquainted with World's First PC Phone

Acer Philippines recently introduced its newest flagship Windows smartphones to Filipino consumers, namely the Acer Liquid Jade Primo. Considered by the Taiwanese-based brand as the world's first PC phone, this 5.5-inch premium Windows 10 smartphone aims to improve productivity of its users as it makes use of the operating system's revolutionary Continuum feature.

Is MyPhone Serious About the 2016 Philippine Elections?

When it comes to the national and local elections, there is no doubt that the telecommunications industry in the Philippines has been solid in being neutral in choosing the country's next future leaders. But, this year, as the elections goes to a dramatic climax, it would seem that one part of the industry has decided to stand up for what it has believed in, even if it takes sacrificing one part of its own policies.

The Next Level Began in Boracay

Smart Communications has recently rolled out its LTE-Advanced network as part of its continuing commitment to improve the quality and service of Internet for the benefit of millions of consumers in the Philippines, and it happened last week in Boracay.

Trubiheart's Guide to Elephone's First Wave of Smartphones

Another Chinese smartphone brand has recently entered the competitive Philippine smartphone market as Elephone officially introduced the release of its first batch of Android smartphones to hit our local shores namely the S1, P9000 and P8000. The only big dilemma for those who want to try these new smartphones is that they are exclusively available on the number one online shopping site in Southeast Asia, Lazada.

Oppo R9 Becomes Selfie Expert's Big Brother

Behold, the Oppo R9 a.k.a. Oppo F1 Plus in the Philippines. SPOILER: It will be released in India as well.

A few months ago, Chinese smartphone brand Oppo introduced its new flagship smartphone, the R9. Now, Oppo Philippines just announced that it will be released in our local shores on April 16 but it will be rebranded as the Oppo F1 Plus, which is considered as the big brother to the selfie expert, once it is available in our local shores.

On Two New Local Smartphones Running on a Marshmallow

Local mobile phone brands are now starting to introduce their own sleuth of new and engaging smartphones running on the latest Android 6.0 Marshmallow, and I will give you a brief look at some of these mobile devices that are making their way to the local markets in the coming months.

Globe's New Postpaid Plan Comes with No Lockbox

Globe Telecom, the true purveyor of the Filipino digital lifestyle, recently began offering its most revolutionary postpaid plan yet named the Globe myLifestyle No Lock Up plan. The best thing about this plan is what the name means, and I think you understand what I am referring to.

A Defining Moment for Local Professional Gaming

The Philippine e-sports industry continues to mound its efforts in making ESL One Manila 2016 a world-class event for gaming enthusiasts and aficionados from all over the world to enjoy as our country is having a huge responsibility of hosting the first and probably the biggest DOTA 2 tournament in Southeast Asia today. On the other hand, despite the hometown crowd support, it will be a hard situation for the Philippines to pit and compete against some of the best professional gaming teams in the world when it transpires in a few days.

Lenovo's New Note and Vibe with Virtual Necessities

Lenovo Mobile has officially launched and eventually released its newest flagship smartphones in the Philippines, the K4 Note and the Vibe X3, as expected by many local tech enthusiasts. But it seems that the launch of these smartphones come with virtual necessities once they become available in Lenovo stores all over the country. Why is it so?

Youtube Gaming Now in the Philippines

Meet Youtube Gaming, and it's not a "Twitch killer".

It's been a few months since Youtube launched Youtube Gaming, which has been a great way for gamers and gaming enthusiasts to keep an eye on their favorite gaming personalities that they have been following on the service and keep tabs on content on their favorite games. Now, Filipinos can now experience what is slated by many gamers to be a "Twitch killer" as it becomes available on Google Play or on the iOS App Store.

Cyber Security Matters Even in the 2016 Elections

A defaced COMELEC website welcomed visitors last Easter Sunday. Beware of Anonymous Philippines!!

The 2016 national and local elections in the Philippines may just be the most technologically-influential event in our history today due to the recent hacking and leaking incidents that happened within the online resources of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) which began last Easter Sunday.

Vivo Surprisingly Enters the Philippine Market

There is no doubt that the Philippines is one of the most competitive smartphone markets in the world with local and international brands successfully making a little share because of their own brand of compelling and highly-engaging mobile devices. This has attracted a Chinese smartphone brand named Vivo to enter our local shores, and its first offering to Filipino consumers is the Vivo Y51 which was released in selected cellphone shops in Manila, Cebu and Davao last March 29. But, that was just only the beginning as Vivo is slated to release its new flagship smartphones in the country within the month of April, namely the Vivo V3 and V3 Max.

ABS-CBN Officially Joins the iflix Train

iflix, the fastest-growing online video on-demand streaming service in Southeast Asia with more than one million paying subscribers, is set to beef up its entertainment content with the recent addition of Filipino movies and television shows from none other than the largest media and entertainment company in the Philippines, ABS-CBN.

More Than Just Ultimate Gaming at Home

Your PS4 experience will be better when you apply for a PLDT Fibr plan.

The Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company (PLDT) through its digital services unit PLDT Home, in partnership with multinational entertainment giant Sony is set to provide the ultimate gaming experience at the comforts of home with an exciting offer for fun-loving Filipino families and young gaming enthusiasts through the former's fastest and most powerful brand Fibr.

Celebrate the Magic with Disney Mobile

Behold, the first wave of Disney Mobile smartphones to be released in the Philippines by Globe Telecom.

Globe Telecom is now bringing the magic and the wonderful world of Disney to trendy and even techie kids and kids at heart as it is set to release Disney Mobile smartphones in the Philippines - a first in the Southeast Asian region - through Globe's budget-friendly myStarter postpaid plan.

Call Centers Make Little Rome More Progressive

Lipa City, a first-class city located in the province of Batangas, may be known by many as the "Little Rome of the Philippines" because of its wonderful churches and beautiful sceneries that can captivate those who visit there. But in the past few years, the little Rome has slowly and steadily become a more progressive city than ever before. And believe it or not, the secret to its progress is none other than the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry.