Meta Challenges Google, OpenAI with Open-Source AI

With its desire to stay competitive with the likes of Google and OpenAI, Meta announced that they are working on their own AI model in partnership with Microsoft. Instead of going for generative AI, Meta opted to develop Llama, which is a language model that’s specifically developed for researchers. Making Llama unique is that it […]

vivo Y36 Review Philippines

Review Verdict: While it is more of an incremental update to last year’s Y36, vivo made improvements on the Y36 with its rear camera and display. Aside from a more premium build and a lower price tag, the Y36 offers better value than its predecessor.  Pros -Solid battery life -More premium build -Refined main camera […]

ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402) 2023 Review Philippines

Review Verdict: Despite being more powerful than the 2022 iteration, ASUS was able to make the 2023 ROG Zephyrus G14 more power efficient, bringing back its reputation of being a compact gaming laptop that has decent battery life.  Pros -Battery life better than the 2022 iteration -Mini LED display a big upgrade Cons -AniMe matrix […]

Nothing Phone (2) Specs and Price Philippines

The Nothing Phone (2) is an update to last year’s Phone (1). This time around, it gets a more powerful processor in the form of the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 that’s paired with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. It also has a slightly larger 6.7-inch 120hz OLED display and a 4700mAh battery with 33w wired […]

Nothing Phone (2) Arrives in the Philippines with Php 39k Price

Nothing makes the Phone (2) official in global markets and has an official price of under Php 40k in the Philippines. As a successor to last year’s Nothing Phone (1), the Phone (2) moves up to the budget flagship segment with its use of a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor–which is a big upgrade over […]

Nothing Phone (2) Unboxing Philippines

Initial Verdict: Our unboxing of the Nothing Phone (2) in the Philippines reveals that it is a worthwhile upgrade with the processor alone–despite looking very similar to its predecessor and being more expensive as well. Pros -Significantly better processor -Flagship display Cons -Still no telephoto camera -Charging speeds are not as fast vs the competition Nothing […]

OPPO A78 5G Review Philippines

Review Verdict: The OPPO A78 5G in this review once again abides by the philosophy that hardware isn’t everything. It may not be perfect, but using the device in everyday situations is a breeze and won’t leave you wanting more.  Pros ColorOS makes the experience smooth and fluid Stunning design and back panel Cameras work well […]

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Marcos Signs EO 32 to Streamline Permits for Telco Infra Works

In the push to streamline all telco and internet infrastructure works, Pres. Bongbong Marcos signed Executive Order 32 (EO 32), which aims to streamline the processing of necessary permits. With the issuance of the said EO, the Marcos administration hopes that this will reduce any construction delays to help improve mobile phone and internet services […]

2023 Changan UNI-T Review Philippines

Changan UNI-T Philippines Review Verdict: This vehicle is undoubtedly a neck-breaker, through and through. It stands as an amazing first effort by the brand to compete in the premium market, although there are some minor inconveniences that we have to call out. Pros Exterior styling is one-of-a-kind Direct driving dynamics Rear legroom is deceptively roomy […]

CASHLESS: 50% 2023 PH Transactions May Be Digital Payments

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) recently announced that the country is on track to achieve its goal of 50% digital payments in PH in 2023. What that means is half of all retail transactions, whether at the mall, small sari-sari stores, or wherever they may occur, may be performed without any cash exchange by […]

Twitter Sets “Tweet View Limit” Restricting How Many Users Read

In a surprising move for the social media addicts out there, Elon Musk has recently announced that Twitter will be setting a “Tweet View limit.” This will restrict users on how many posts they can view per day on the platform, in order to fix some ongoing issues plaguing Twitter. Here’s what it’s all about. […]

ASUS RTX 4060 Now in the Philippines, Price Starts at Php 20.6k

ASUS makes its line of RTX 4060 GPU cards available in the Philippines with a Php 20.6k starting price for the ASUS Dual series.ASUS’ line of RTX 4060 GPU cards consists of the Dual series, ProArt series, and ROG Strix. To recap, the RTX 4060 has 24MB of L2 cache and 8GB GDDR6 memory, and […]