Never Settle Lives On: OnePlus 13R Review

Review Verdict: OnePlus’ path to redemption is best felt with the 13R as the most value-packed flagship killer in the Philippines. Inside that sleek body is a large battery, a flagship-grade processor, and a set of cameras that do not have any filler sensors. Pros Telephoto camera at last Great battery life Excellent performance for its […]

The Future of ARM Laptops is Bright: ASUS Zenbook A14 Review

Review Verdict: As ASUS’ second stint with ARM-powered laptops, the Zenbook A14 feels more refined with the wider ARM support across several Windows apps. While you’re only getting an IPS display and the speakers are subpar, you can’t go wrong with this ultralight laptop that can last you more than a workday without needing a charge.  […]

Believe it or Not, the iPhone 16E is Selling Well

With the iPhone 16e replacing the iPhone SE, people are wondering how the sales are for the most affordable iPhone 16 variant. Despite all the criticisms people have on the iPhone 16E that include being more expensive than the iPhone SE series and the lack of MagSafe charging, Bloomberg reports that it is actually selling […]

OPPO A5 Pro 5G Unboxing, Quick Review: Bardagulan Ready

Unboxing and Quick Verdict: OPPO’s leaning into the tough and ready section of the market with their new A5 Pro 5G. Backed with a beautiful exterior, tough interior and a large battery, the OPPO hopes their new budget mid-range toughie can make a dent in a very competitive market. Pros: IP69 rating Great-looking back Military […]

OnePlus 13 Review Philippines: Redemption

OnePlus 13 Review Philippines: It’s lucky number 13 for OnePlus. The OnePlus 13 is the best smartphone they’ve made to date, and with Digital Walker fixing the pricing debacle for the phone from last year’s horrible (and some would call tone-deaf) pricing, Philippine fans of the brand finally have a phone worth bragging about.  Pros: […]

ASUS Rumored to Develop XBox Gaming Handheld

For years, rumors have floated around about an Xbox gaming handheld. It was all rumors until last November, when Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer and Xbox Gaming Devices Vice President Jason Ronald confirmed that an Xbox gaming handheld is in the works. Things got more interesting, as The Verge reports in a paywalled article that ASUS will reportedly […]

S-Tier Gaming, with a Catch: ROG Phone 9 Pro Review

Review Verdict: While the ROG Phone 9 Pro seems like an incremental upgrade, ASUS did a great job improving the phone’s software and still giving it a competitive price. Beyond having more games support the ROG Phone 9 Pro’s variety of gaming-focused features, ASUS’ AI features work great on this gaming phone.  Pros More games […]

DICT is Looking to Revamp their Free WiFi Program

While the government’s Free WiFi program has been in existence since 2015, the DICT made a few enhancements during the onset of the pandemic. The DICT is set to revamp its Free WiFi program once again, citing high costs and inefficiencies in the current setup. In an article by the PNA, DICT Undersecretary Jeffrey Ian Dy […]

Stylish Budget Phone, Made Better: HONOR X8c Review

Review Verdict: While it is an incremental update to last year’s X8b, HONOR gave good upgrades to the X8c to give it better value for money.  Pros OIS on the main camera at last Better and brighter display Now has an IP rating Cons Battery life could be better Minimal changes from X8b Just as […]

The realme Ultra Revisits a Familiar Concept

Aside from the 14 Pro series making their global debut, realme has revealed its Ultra concept at MWC 2025, revisiting a familiar concept involving mounting camera lenses on smartphones. We were able to see the Ultra in the flesh at realme’s booth in MWC 2025, and here are our thoughts: How does it work? Similar […]