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2025 has proven that we have become natural storytellers of our own journeys. There is a unique mix of emotions while revisiting the things you did throughout the year, and it is from there that sparks excitement to start anew. This 2026, Samsung invites you to manifest your goals into reality with the Galaxy Z Series , powered by Galaxy AI , as your partner while on-the-move in creating the life you’ve always imagined. From capturing your travels and quiet aesthetic moments, these Galaxy devices are built with the strength to withstand the demands of everyday life. Find out how they keep up with your world through a powerful, premium fusion of design and durability. Unfold Your Vision Your most ambitious goals deserve a screen that is built to last as long as your vision. The Galaxy Z Fold7 is engineered to be your most reliable creative companion with its New Armor FlexHinge and a Titanium plate layer that significantly ...

Leading global AI smart devices provider HONOR Philippines has just launched the HONOR X9d 5G and is now confirmed to be available in Globe stores via Globe Postpaid Plans starting with G-Plan Plus 999 . The plan comes with 20GB of data, unlimited all-net calls and texts, exclusive perks, and a FREE Jisulife Handheld Fan 5. “HONOR X9d 5G has outperformed all our products so far, and we want to make it even more accessible to everyone. By making it available through Globe Postpaid Plans, we aim to offer more options to our HONOR fans. With a monthly device bill as low as Php 571 and plans starting at just G-Plan Plus 999, it’s truly a great deal,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng . Top-Level Durability with Comprehensive Protection  Positioned as the most durable smartphone in the market, the latest HONOR X9d 5G showcases all-around drop, water, and dust resistance with industry first SGS Triple Resistant Pr...

When urgent demands collide with unforeseen circumstances, you need a phone built to keep up with everything—from weather changes, accidental bumps, and battery anxiety. The OPPO A6 Pro has you covered, designed to handle spills and drops, and comes with a high battery capacity to keep your hustle moving even in tough times. Take on the elements, shrug off hard knocks The OPPO A6 Pro boasts an IP69-rated sealing that locks out dust and stands up to high-pressure, high-temperature water jets, so ports and seams stay intact even after accidental liquid spills or sudden downpours. Adding to this is its military-grade shock resistance , built with a reinforced frame, toughened glass, and targeted impact cushions around key components of the device to disperse impact from edge and corner drops. Its structure is stressed across multiple angles and surfaces to curb deformation and micro-fractures, keeping the display, radios, and haptics ...

Two of the Philippines’ favorite brands are teaming up to make celebrations bigger and more fun. Jollibee, the country’s number one fastfood chain, is now Timezone Philippines’ official meal partner, bringing the Jolly Party Package to Timezone venues nationwide. Launched at Timezone Glorietta 4 on January 22, the package merges Jollibee’s signature meals with Timezone’s high-energy social entertainment experience for all ages. “Jollibee has always been at the heart of Filipino celebrations, and now we’re taking that joy to Timezone,” said Kakam Gabunada, vice president for national key accounts group of Jollibee Philippines. By pairing our beloved food with Timezone’s fun-filled attractions, we’re giving families and friends a place to laugh, play, and create memories they’ll treasure for years. For just ₱695 per guest, the Jolly Party Package provides a completely hassle-free fun experience for gatherings of at least 40 guests, co...

The holiday glow isn’t fading just yet at the City of Firsts ! Araneta City ’s Dashing Through the Glow car raffle promo continues until February 1 to give shoppers and diners a chance to start the year with a big win. The Dashing Through the Glow car raffle promo gives one lucky Araneta City-zen the chance to bring home a brand-new Jetour T2 Lightning iDM Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle. A single-receipt purchase worth ₱1,500 from participating establishments qualifies for an e-raffle entry. This includes receipts from Gateway Mall 1 , Gateway Mall 2 , Ali Mall , Farmers Plaza , Farmers Market Arcade, Farmers Garden , and other commercial establishments across the City of Firsts. Raffle entries may also be earned through ticket purchases at Gateway Cineplex 18, receipts from Novotel Manila Araneta City and ibis Styles Manila Araneta City, transactions at any Araneta City food court , and even purchases of Petron products . Rec...

Seattle’s Best Coffee kicks off the new year with a refreshing new way to stay energized, unveiling its new Cold Brew Collection : a lineup crafted to celebrate the cooler, bolder side of coffee. The brand invites coffee lovers to embrace a chill that’s smooth, bold in flavor, and irresistibly refreshing. Designed for anyone craving a cool refreshment, the new collection reinforces Seattle’s Best Coffee as the go-to destination for smooth and satisfying cold coffee experiences perfect for any moment. A Cold Brew Collection Made for Every Flavor Mood The Seattle’s Best Cold Brew Collection brings together three new variants, each offering a unique flavor journey: from indulgent to uplifting, from creamy to energizing. Every sip is crafted to deliver exciting taste with a refreshing feel. The New Variants: 1. Choco Mallow Cold Brew A decadent blend of rich chocolate, toasted marshmallow, and smooth cold brew. It’s indulgence...