Maryland License Plate URL Redirects to Filipino Online Casino

Owners of vehicles in Maryland, USA have very unusual problem with their license plates, as the URL printed on the plate redirects to a Filipino online casino. The URL, which is www.starspangled200.org, was supposed to be a splash page to commemorate the anniversary of the War of 1812, but now redirects to Fafa855, which is […]

After all the Chaos: LTO Chief Jose Arturo Tugade Resigns

Jose Arturo Tugade experienced chaotic times in his stint as LTO Chief: despite his push to combat fixers, digitize transactions through the LTMS, and even offer free theoretical driving courses to student drivers, the LTO was faced with a plethora of issues. These include the shortage of motorcycle and car plates and the shortage of […]

Choose Your Number? Smart Postpaid Offers Feature for Php 15k

Do you want to have your own unique mobile phone number and not just some randomly assigned one? Smart Signature now lets you choose your own number according to your preferences when applying for a new postpaid plan. The feature is available when you apply for a new Smart Signature Postpaid Plan, which covers Plan […]

Government Printer to Deliver 5M License Cards to LTO in 60 Days

To temporarily relieve the LTO of its problems regarding the dwindling supply of its license cards, the National Printing Office (NPO), the country’s government printer, has committed to producing 5 million driver’s license cards for the LTO within 60 days. This was confirmed by DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista to Philippine Star, saying that he had […]

The Canva Visual Suite Is More FEATURE-PACKED Than Ever

It’s very funny, but for beginner graphics work, Canva has become the official go-to. Its user-friendly interface and ease of access definitely attract quite a sizeable loyal user base. But it remains true that most people aren’t maximizing what the Canva Visual Suite has to offer. Here’s how to do it and why it’s become […]

vivo V27e Now Available in Stores Nationwide

The much-awaited vivo V27e is now available at all vivo kiosks and concept stores nationwide as the brand’s latest mid-range offering that balances between an all-rounder and a phone that excels in camera performance. The V27e’s standout feature is Aura Portrait Algorithm, a vivo-exclusive feature that gives you better control of its ring-shaped LED flash […]

vivo V27 Series Lands in the Philippines, Starts at Php 17k

vivo is bringing over its latest upper mid-range phones to the Philippines with the V27 series with a Php 17k starting price. Consisting of the V27e and V27 5G, both phones feature vivo’s Aura Portrait Algorithm technology that consists of an Aura Ring Light, vivo’s suite of Portrait Algorithm processing, and class-leading main cameras: a […]

Toyota Introduces 2023 Toyota RAV4 Adventure Package II

The Toyota RAV4 has always been the tamed, family-friendly, and practical crossover SUV. For those who love to get wet and wild, there’s a RAV4 model just for you. Say hello to the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Adventure Offroad Package II.  You can easily notice the black bumpers and they might remind you of the unpainted […]

YouTuber Claims Samsung Batteries May Start Exploding

Influential technology content creator and YouTuber Mrwhosetheboss rattled the community recently when he posted a video of issues with Samsung Batteries issue that might lead to exploding. This has caused massive concern for those who use, collect, or even have old Samsung smartphones at home, due to past incidents with the company. Here’s the summary […]

LTO Plate Backlog Now at 11.5M

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is not yet done with the license plate backlog issue. The agency has admitted that it hasn’t released a total of  11,514,050 license plates to their rightful owners. Valenzuela City 2nd District Rep. Eric Martinez, who sponsored the DOTr budget for 2023, blamed the budget cut. According to him, the transport agency had […]

Ano ba talaga: Can LGUs Confiscate Your Driver’s License?

The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) recently released a memorandum reiterating that Local Government Units (LGUs) cannot confiscate a driver’s license. However, Republic Act No. 4136 says otherwise. Let’s discuss the pertinent provisions to shed some light on the problem. The recently issued memorandum from DILG reiterates Section 3.4 of DILG-DOTC Joint Memorandum Circular […]

Canva Introduces the Visual Worksuite

Most, if not all, millennial and gen z workers are probably familiar with Canva. Now that everyone must stay updated with the visual digital world of today, graphic design company Canva added the Visual Worksuite to its ever-reliable platform to make our lives easier yet again. The Canva Visual Worksuite includes Docs, Websites, and Whiteboards. […]