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The holiday season brings in a surge of stories worth telling such as reunions, travel plans, road trips, outdoor escapes, and other year-end adventures. AKASO Philippines makes it easy for creators of all skill levels to capture every special moment, offering a lineup designed to fit every budget and lifestyle. This 12.12 sale , AKASO highlights its action camera collection each tailored to different kinds of creators: the immersive AKASO 360 , the versatile Brave Series, and the beginner-friendly EK7000 Series . AKASO 360: For Advanced Users Seeking Immersive Holiday Content Whether it’s capturing vibrant holiday attractions or panoramic landscapes from year-end adventures, the AKASO 360 provides a fully immersive imaging solution. Its advanced capabilities, including 5.7K 360° video recording , 72MP spherical photos, and dual ½” 48MP sensors, enable professional-grade clarity and detail. Meanwhile, features such as AI tracking , an invisib...

Lazada , Southeast Asias leading eCommerce platform , recently launched its new Lazada Membership Program , a next-generation loyalty ecosystem designed to go beyond conventional rewards and elevate online shopping experiences. Launched across Lazada’s six Southeast Asian markets, including the Philippines , the program features four progressive tiers – Classic , Silver , Gold , and Platinum – designed to reward users based on their activity on the platform. Tier status is recalibrated monthly, determined by a users total spending, frequency of visits, and participation in key sales events over the past six months. A Tiered Ecosystem to Reward Loyalty and Engagement While all members enjoy access to exclusive category and shipping vouchers , plus birthday rewards and point multipliers , higher tier members gain exclusive access to a curated suite of premium lifestyle and after-sales services that go beyond discounts. What sets Laza...

Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR today announced the launch of the all-new HONOR 500 Series , comprising the HONOR 500 Pro and HONOR 500 . The HONOR 500 Series redefines the mid-range segment with flagship-class portrait imaging, all-scenario live capture capabilities, extended endurance, and an upgraded MagicOS 10 experience designed for the next generation of young, always-on creators. “With the HONOR 500 Series, we are redefining what consumers should expect from a standard, mid-range smartphone. The HONOR 500 is ‘standard’ done right, delivering a complete, well-rounded user experience that is engineered to impress. The HONOR 500 Pro goes a step beyond, building upon the solid foundation to improve upon every facet of the experience, just like what a ‘Pro’ model is expected to do,” said Fei Fang, President of Products at HONOR. 200MP Portrait Engine: All-Scenario Live Photo  Both models in the HONOR 500 Series feat...

Xiaomi is spreading holiday cheer early with the return of the Xiaomi Christmas Carnival, a month-long celebration featuring exclusive price cuts on its most coveted smartphones and tablets, valuable freebies, and a massive grand raffle! Running now until January 4, 2026, the promo is designed to make premium tech more accessible for tech-savvy and budget-conscious Filipinos looking for that important upgrade they need for themselves, or the gadget for the perfect holiday gift to their loved ones. With the amazing discounts available in the Xiaomi Christmas Carnival , consumers can enjoy significant savings on top-tier devices like the flagship Xiaomi 15 and popular mid-rangers like the REDMI Note 14 series . Here’s a quick look at some of the featured Xiaomi devices and their incredible discounted prices: Beyond the cash savings, Xiaomi is enhancing the deal with fa...

Commuting in the city is already tough. Add the holiday rush, and it’s practically impossible to get around. But imagine getting an unexpected helping hand right when you need it most. This holiday season, foodpanda Philippines is playing Santa Claus for weary commuters with pink “ We Gotchu Stops ” across the city. If you’ve been out and about lately, you might have spotted some bright, super-helpful installations popping up in key commuter hubs around Metro Manila . foodpanda has installed special vending machines that are giving away commuter must-haves for free. Stocked with essentials like drinking water, facial tissue, sanitizer, hand fans, and other quick-help essentials, this is a truly practical giveaway and an instant mood booster, amidst long queues and crowded terminals. The foodpanda vending machine recently popped up in One Ayala Terminal , a nonstop commuter hub in the city’s financial district. More stops are coming...

OPPO continues to set new standards in smartphone innovation with the new OPPO Find X9. Designed for creators and professionals on the move, it features a blend of professional-grade cameras, intelligent productivity, and unmatched power. Starting today, you can get the OPPO Find X9 through Smart Postpaid Plans+ 1999 and Smart Infinity Device Plans 5000 and 8000 . Elevate your mobile experience with true flagship performance. Professional-grade photography at your fingertips The OPPO Find X9 redefines mobile photography by combining a triple 50 MP Hasselblad Master Camera System with the advanced LUMO Image Engine . This system captures extraordinary detail, lifelike color, and remarkable precision, even in difficult lighting conditions. Its 120x Super Zoom ensures distant shots deliver crisp, clear detail in every snap. The device also boasts cinematic-quality videography, capable of shooting 4K videos at 120 FPS . Powerful ...