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Your go-to source for insightful tech explainers, in-depth tutorials, unbiased reviews, & stories that make technology easier to understand for every Filipino.

📧 [email protected] Bob is a Techno, Musikero, AvGeek, Mozillian, and Tech Speaker. He is a Tech Columnist for the Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation, and an Aviation Subject Matter Expert for SPOT.ph. In addition, Bob represents the global non-profit Mozilla in the Philippines and is a technical speaker and consultant in areas such as Data Privacy, Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Learning Management Systems. He is also a practicing Data Privacy Officer (DPO). For press releases, partnerships, or speaking engagements, please email [email protected]. Visit Bob's Muck Rack Profile: https://muckrack.com/bobreyes

The Filipino Tech Explainer is in Boracay, Aklan, Philippines this week for the 9th annual VST ECS CXO Tech Summit 2026,...
21/10/2026

The Filipino Tech Explainer is in Boracay, Aklan, Philippines this week for the 9th annual VST ECS CXO Tech Summit 2026, where over 500 senior executive leaders gathered under the theme "Rethinking IT: Powering the AI-Driven Enterprise" to discuss transitioning Artificial Intelligence (AI) from pilot experimentation into full-scale enterprise production.

Framing the critical role of human talent alongside emerging technological capabilities, Jimmy Go, President & CEO at VST ECS Phils., Inc. emphasized, "AI will not replace that talent. But talent that uses AI will replace talent that does not".

HOME CREDIT UNVEILS DOUBLE-ZERO FINANCING AND TRADE-IN OFFERS FOR IPHONE 18 PRO SERIES IN THE PHILIPPINESUpgrading to Ap...
17/10/2026

HOME CREDIT UNVEILS DOUBLE-ZERO FINANCING AND TRADE-IN OFFERS FOR IPHONE 18 PRO SERIES IN THE PHILIPPINES

Upgrading to Apple's latest flagship devices just got much easier for Filipino tech enthusiasts! Home Credit Philippines has launched its Double-Zero promo and new trade-in deals for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, offering 0% interest and zero down payment for up to 24 months with daily payments starting at just PHP 137. Eligible buyers can also get up to PHP 50,000 in trade-in value for their current iPhone plus additional discounts of up to PHP 12,000 at over 5,000 partner stores nationwide. Pre-orders for the iPhone Duo are also live starting as low as PHP 227 per day. Check your eligibility via the Home Credit app today!

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GLOBE PLATINUM REDEFINES IPHONE 18 MIDNIGHT LAUNCH WITH CURATED TRI-CITY CULINARY CELEBRATIONSGlobe Platinum transformed...
17/10/2026

GLOBE PLATINUM REDEFINES IPHONE 18 MIDNIGHT LAUNCH WITH CURATED TRI-CITY CULINARY CELEBRATIONS

Globe Platinum transformed the annual iPhone midnight launch into an intimate tri-city celebration in Manila, Cebu, and Davao. Through its "Platinum for Platinum" concept, subscribers enjoyed fine dining hosted by prominent culinary leaders before receiving their new iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max devices via the iPhone Forever program.

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ICYMI: ANKER UNVEILS 'ULTIMATE, UNIFIED' VISION IN THE PHILIPPINES WITH NEW AUDIO AND CHARGING INNOVATIONSAnker has offi...
17/10/2026

ICYMI: ANKER UNVEILS 'ULTIMATE, UNIFIED' VISION IN THE PHILIPPINES WITH NEW AUDIO AND CHARGING INNOVATIONS

Anker has officially ushered in its "Ultimate, Unified" era in the Philippines, bringing together its expanding portfolio of smart home, audio, and charging technologies to make everyday device use seamless. Highlighted by the release of its new iPhone-focused lineup, the local rollout showcases the Guinness World Record-certified Anker soundcore AeroClip 2 open-ear earbuds featuring AI-powered call noise reduction, alongside the active-cooled Anker MagGo Power Bank 2 Pro with 25W wireless charging and a smart monitoring display. Both flagship devices are available online through Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop, with broader retail distribution expanding across nationwide stores soon.

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PALAWAN GROUP OF COMPANIES REINFORCES COMMITMENT TO PHILIPPINE TENNIS THROUGH PARTNERSHIP FOR THE 43RD PHILIPPINE COLUMB...
17/10/2026

PALAWAN GROUP OF COMPANIES REINFORCES COMMITMENT TO PHILIPPINE TENNIS THROUGH PARTNERSHIP FOR THE 43RD PHILIPPINE COLUMBIAN ASSOCIATION OPEN 2026

The Palawan Group of Companies has partnered with the Philippine Columbian Association for the 43rd PCA Open 2026, reinforcing its commitment to developing Philippine tennis and supporting local athletes. Dubbed the Wimbledon of the Philippines, the tournament will run from 02 November 2026 to 13 December 2026 at the PCA clay courts in Paco, Manila, offering over PHP 1.3 million in total cash prizes across eight categories for more than 1,000 expected participants. By supporting grassroots opportunities and building on the growing interest sparked by stars like Alex Eala, the partnership aims to keep the sport accessible and inspire the next generation of Filipino players.

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LBC EXPRESS AND MENUE PARTNER TO STREAMLINE E-COMMERCE SHIPMENT FULFILLMENT IN THE PHILIPPINESLBC Express has integrated...
17/10/2026

LBC EXPRESS AND MENUE PARTNER TO STREAMLINE E-COMMERCE SHIPMENT FULFILLMENT IN THE PHILIPPINES

LBC Express has integrated its shipping services directly into Menue, an e-commerce platform built for Philippine businesses. The unified system automatically calculates shipping rates, assigns box sizes, creates bookings, and generates ready-to-print waybills at checkout, enabling online sellers to manage fulfillment seamlessly from a single dashboard.

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16/10/2026

Tingnan ang pila sa launch ng iPhone 18, tapos ngayon mo sabihin na naghihirap ang Pilipinas...

CEBUANA LHUILLIER PARTNERS WITH TESDA AND THAMES INTERNATIONAL TO EMPOWER JEWELRY SELLERS THROUGH ENTERPRISE BASED TRAIN...
16/10/2026

CEBUANA LHUILLIER PARTNERS WITH TESDA AND THAMES INTERNATIONAL TO EMPOWER JEWELRY SELLERS THROUGH ENTERPRISE BASED TRAINING PROGRAM

Cebuana Lhuillier, in partnership with TESDA and Thames International, has completed the inaugural batch of its TESDA Jewelry Sellers (Alajera) Level II – Enterprise-Based Training Program. Designed by Cebuana Lhuillier's Retail Business Group, the initiative empowers local Alajeras by combining practical jewelry appraisal, testing, and identification with essential training in digital marketing, entrepreneurship, communication, and financial literacy. Held at the Cebuana Lhuillier Academy in Antipolo, the program offers participants a pathway toward earning an official TESDA National Certification to build a more professional, skilled, and trusted network of jewelry entrepreneurs across the country.

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TECNO CAMON SLIM 5G LAUNCHES IN THE PHILIPPINES FEATURING 6.39MM PROFILE, 6000MAH BATTERY, AND EXCLUSIVE LAUNCH OFFERSTh...
16/10/2026

TECNO CAMON SLIM 5G LAUNCHES IN THE PHILIPPINES FEATURING 6.39MM PROFILE, 6000MAH BATTERY, AND EXCLUSIVE LAUNCH OFFERS

The TECNO CAMON Slim 5G is now officially available in the Philippines for PHP27,999, combining a super-sleek 6.39mm body with a huge 6000mAh battery and a 50MP Sony LYTIA 700C camera setup.

Buyers during the first-month sale can grab a free TECNO MagBadge worth PHP 5,999, plus launch discounts of up to PHP 3,000 off at physical stores from October 16 to 18 alongside flexible financing and free Globe 5G data bundles.

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More than 2,000 leaders and professionals from the marketing, business, technology, and media sectors gathered at the Ma...
15/10/2026

More than 2,000 leaders and professionals from the marketing, business, technology, and media sectors gathered at the Manila Marriott Hotel for the opening of DigiCon 2026, organized by the Digital Marketing Association of the Philippines (DMAP). Carrying the theme “Interoperability: Welcome to the Age of Collaboration,” the two-day convention highlights the importance of breaking down industry silos and integrating human creativity with emerging technologies to drive digital transformation.

DigiCon 2026 Co-Chairs Shayne Madamba and Raymund Sison, alongside DMAP President Miko David, emphasized cross-industry collaboration as essential to building a resilient digital economy. Opening-day discussions featured international author and professor Dr. Christian Busch, Congressman Javi Benitez, and industry leaders from Huawei, Viber, DoubleVerify, and The Trade Desk, among others. Delegates also participated in three specialized tracks — Innovation, Integrated, and Interactive — covering responsible artificial intelligence, human-machine collaboration, creative industries, digital marketing, and business transformation.

The convention continues on 16 October 2026 with further discussions on how interconnected technologies, people, and ideas can accelerate innovation and strengthen the Philippines' digital economy.

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