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realme Philippines has officially launched the realme C100 Series, the latest addition to its C Series lineup. Headlined by the campaign tagline One Charge, Endless Power, the Series introduces the realme C100 and realme C100i, both designed to deliver extended battery life and reliable everyday performance across different price segments. Long-lasting Battery Performance The realme C100 features an 8000mAh Titan Battery, one of the largest battery capacities available in its price segment. It also comes with a 7-Year Battery Health guarantee, allowing the battery to retain at least 80% of its original capacity after seven years of use. The device supports 45W SUPERVOOC Charging, capable of charging from 0 to 50% in 46 minutes, as well as 10W Reverse Charging for powering compatible devices when needed. Meanwhile, the realme C100i is equipped with a 7000mAh Titan Battery and 6-Year Battery Health certification. It supports 15W c...

Imagine spending your entire day navigating the punishing gridlock of Metro Manila, watching the fuel gauge drop while a massive chunk of your hard-earned fares vanishes into platform fees. For years, the local ride-hailing scene has felt like a zero-sum game where higher costs for passengers didn't necessarily translate to better days for the people behind the wheel. But a newly launched player is stepping onto the asphalt with a radical proposition: treat the drivers like true partners, give them a massive financial break, and let that positive energy transform the entire passenger experience. ​ Will a New Ride-Hailing Player Finally Fix the TNVS Grind? ​Getting from point A to point B in our local metros has always been a test of patience. When ride-sharing first hit our streets years ago, it felt like a lifeline. Fast forward to today, and the reality is a lot rougher. Worsening road congestion combined with persistent fuel cost anxieti...

More people are becoming increasingly intentional about their health, focusing on building sustainable daily habits rather than relying solely on annual check-ups. From tracking sleep quality to managing stress levels, many are turning to smart wearable devices to better understand how their lifestyle choices shape how they feel each day. Xiaomi’s latest lineup of wearables — the Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro, Xiaomi Watch S5, and Xiaomi Buds 6 — serves as a practical toolkit for users who want to better understand their bodies, move with greater purpose, and stay more in control of their overall well-being. Whether it’s a morning workout, a full day of meetings, or simply improving sleep habits, these devices are designed to make health tracking more personal, practical, and seamlessly integrated into everyday life. Smarter, more accessible health tracking Built for all-day comfort and a wide range of lifestyles, the Xiaomi Smart Ban...

Key Highlights: • The Jollibee Group expanded its inclusive jobs program for senior citizens and persons with disabilities to Taguig City. • The partnership will cover 16 company-owned stores in Taguig across Jollibee, Chowking, Greenwich, and Burger King.   • Each participating store will hire two senior citizens and one PWD who will work as customer relations staff. • The program builds on the Jollibee Group’s inclusive employment initiative, which has provided opportunities to over 1,000 senior citizens and PWDs since 2019. Inclusive jobs program. Taguig City Mayor Maria Laarni Cayetano (center) shakes hands with Gerald Juliano(rightmost), HR Director, Jollibee Group PH, after the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement to expand inclusive employment opportunities for qualified senior citizens and persons with disabilities in participating company-owned stores in Taguig. Joining them during the signing is Atty. Raul Academia (leftmost),...

If you are tired of watching fuel prices eat away at your monthly budget, your daily commute is about to get a massive wake-up call. A major shakeup is hitting Philippine roads, and it might finally convince local riders to ditch gas for good. ​The Vietnamese electric vehicle giant, VinFast, has officially opened the reservation lines for three of its highly anticipated electric two-wheelers: the Evo, the Feliz II, and the Viper. For a completely refundable booking fee of just ₱3,000, you can secure a spot in line before the initial batch of shipments rolls out this coming July. ​What makes this launch a massive deal isn’t just the sleek designs—it’s the math behind running them. ​ The Subscription Model That Changes Everything ​Historically, buying an electric vehicle meant coughing up a massive upfront premium for the battery. VinFast is completely bypassing that roadblock by separa...

As households continue to look for smarter ways to manage their grocery budgets, Grab Philippines is teaming up with Robinsons Supermarket and Puregold to bring weekend savings to everyday essentials on GrabMart. Running from May 29 to June 21, the campaign gives consumers PHP 20 off select grocery staples exclusively on GrabMart, covering fast-moving household items such as fresh meats, rice, eggs, water, and pantry basics. The campaign cements GrabMart’s position as a practical option not only for convenience, but also for value-driven grocery shopping.  “Managing a household today requires an extraordinary amount of resourcefulness, and Grab acts as a practical partner to Filipino families in managing their daily expenses,” said Grab Philippines Chief Commercial Officer EJ Dela Vega. “Amid these economic pressures, we are making essential goods more accessible and budget-friendly. By bringing these discounted items straight to the...