Smart is still the fastest among the three telcos in the Philippines when it comes to download speeds according to OOKLA in Q4 of 2023. The telco recorded a median download speed of 37.64 Mbps, compared to its main competitors Globe, which scored a median download speed of 26.44 Mbps, and DITO, which nabbed just […]
Review Verdict: The Xiaomi TV A Pro is one of the most affordable 65-inch TV sets you can buy in the Philippines at under Php 35k, and improves on the brand’s previous TV P1 series. Pros: -Better stand design -Bright and vibrant display Cons: -Meager RAM and Storage -Only 60hz refresh rate While there are […]
Just a few days ago, GCash officially rolled out its Send Money Protect feature, where users pay an additional Php 30 to ensure that the money they sent will be insured in case of any fraudulent transactions. We were able to try out the feature several months ago during its soft launch, and it seems […]
Every time a viral photo comes out, it is natural for anyone to play around with the photo and incorporate themselves into it. That’s the case with the viral PCSO photo, where the agency got caught red-handed and admitted that they edited the photo “for security purposes”. Whether you believe PCSO’s alibi or not, their viral photo […]
Initial Verdict: Beyond the titanium frame and the flat display, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is an intriguing premium mid-range phone in the Philippines with Samsung’s big push for AI–and the phone has a good set of AI features that users can enjoy out of the box. Pros -Titanium frame makes it lighter -Flat display is […]
Tech brands have used Artificial Intelligence (AI) h as a marketing ploy for the past six years. We have been hearing AI since the days of the Mate 10 Pro, but all of this AI marketing involves “improved” scene recognition when taking photos. The term is getting a resurgence since late 2023 when Google announced the Generative AI features […]
As we approach the end of 2023, it is evident that there was a diverse range of phone launches that catered to consumers across all segments, from entry-level to premium flagship devices. Several brands have already started providing a sneak peek of what to expect from their 2024 lineup, and the outlook appears promising. As […]
If you’re looking to buy a tablet this Christmas, there are several excellent budget options for under Php 15k. Having tested several budget tablets in 2023, we curated this buyer’s guide to help you get the right tablet based on your needs. What to Expect from a Budget Tablet in 2023 A decent budget tablet […]
With users required to register their SIMs, determining the subscriber count per telco should be more accurate. Recently, Smart revealed that it has 55.2 million subscribers, which is more than the 54.7 million subscribers that Globe has. This marks the first time since 2016 that Smart leads over Globe in terms of subscriber count. While […]
If you have Php 10,000 to spare this Christmas, here’s our buyer’s guide to help you find the perfect budget phone that suits your needs in 2023. There are a lot of options for budget phones in the Philippines, so you really have to think long and hard about what you want and need before […]
Mobile gaming has gained popularity in the Philippines, and phones have become powerful enough to handle console-like graphics for demanding titles. Even phones priced at under Php 20k are capable enough to run some of the hottest mobile games in the Philippines–even if you opt to crank up the graphics settings. For this list, we […]
One of the things people look for in a phone is good cameras. Phone cameras have improved through the years–you don’t need to spend an arm and a leg for one with stellar camera performance. Looking at phone releases for 2023, Php 20k can get you a phone that has good camera performance. We curated […]