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Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc.(Smart) and its value brand TNT are giving subscribers more ways to stay connected and enjoy their favorite online activities with FREE Facebook access available through select prepaid, home, and postpaid offers. From May 27 to May 31, Smart Prepaid, TNT, Smart Bro Prepaid and Smart Home WiFi Prepaid subscribers who register to qualified offers will receive 1GB of FREE Facebook access valid for one day, enabling them to stay connected with the people, communities, and content that matter to them. Meanwhile, Smart Postpaid subscribers who purchase qualified boosters for their postpaid plan from May 27 to May 31 will receive 3GB of open access data valid for 30 days, giving them extended flexibility for everyday digital needs. Across all segments, the FREE Facebook access enables Smart and TNT subscribers to maximize a wide range of everyday online activities, such as staying updated ...

As many Filipinos rethink where they work, gather, and find support, Ayala Malls introduces Our Common Place—a shared space initiative that makes malls more useful, accessible, and responsive to today’s realities.  Across the metro, work arrangements are evolving, with many navigating improvised remote or flexible setups—yet not all homes are equipped for comfort or productivity. At the same time, rising costs are reshaping how households manage everyday expenses, with people seeking practical, accessible ways to meet daily needs or support one another within their communities.  Rolling out across One Ayala, Greenbelt, and Glorietta this May, Our Common Place is designed around these everyday needs, with shared spaces that serve as everyday forms of support—one offering space to work, rest, and connect, the other providing a simple way to share resources—making the mall not just a destination, but a place people can return to, r...

The rapid development of mobile photography over the past two decades has made it easier and more accessible than ever for anyone to become a master behind the lens. While text and voice were once the primary ways we communicated with each other, today photos and videos have become integral to how we connect and share. But as mobile photography has become woven into the fabric of everyday life, people also expect more from their cameras—for them to go beyond simply capturing a moment and instead become a tool for expression, storytelling, and creativity. This shift is also reshaping the mobile industry, with collaborations between smartphone brands and traditional camera makers playing a growing role in how photography is experienced. One such partnership is the collaboration between Xiaomi and Leica—a partnership that is redefining mobile photography by bringing together over a century of photographic heritage with the latest smartphone...

Giving students and young professionals more space to learn, create, and multitask every day Every big idea starts somewhere, during late-night reviews, brainstorming sessions, creative projects, and daily school tasks. Keeping up with how today’s generation learn, create, multitask, and unwind, TechLife introduces the new TechLife Pad Plus 2, giving more users more space and power to turn everyday moments into bigger ideas. The TechLife Pad Plus 2 was officially unveiled on May 21 through TechLife’s Facebook Page and TikTok account, bringing fans closer to the launch of the brand’s latest addition to the Pad series. The livestream featured rising reality show personalities Ashley Sarmiento and Rave Victoria, collectively known as “AshRave,” alongside host and courtside reporter Kyla Kingsu. Positioned as TechLife’s latest productivity and entertainment companion, the TechLife Pad Plus 2 brings together an immersive large-screen ...

What if your first real step into leadership, marketing, and brand building started while you were still in college? vivo Philippines is opening new opportunities for university students across the National Capital Region (NCR) through the official launch of its Campus Ambassador Program Search on May 27, 12 noon at Robinsons Manila. Designed to give students hands-on learning beyond the classroom, the program introduces GEN V, a student-led ambassador community under vivo Club. “Through this program, students gain practical industry experience while still in school, giving them a head start in building confidence, leadership skills, and future career opportunities,” said Liu Lu, Brand Marketing Director of vivo Philippines. Kickstart your future with vivo Club The vivo Campus Ambassador Program offers a unique experience for university students who are ready to explore leadership, creativity, and real-world marketing in a gl...

Xiaomi has officially introduced the REDMI A7 Pro in the Philippines, marking the first Pro model in the REDMI A Series lineup. Built for users looking for reliable everyday performance at an accessible price point, the device features a large 6.9-inch display with up to 120Hz refresh rate, a massive 6000mAh battery designed for extended daily use, and Xiaomi HyperOS 3 for a smoother and more optimized experience. Designed to support all-day connectivity, streaming, and casual gaming, the REDMI A7 Pro combines practical features with dependable performance, making it a strong option for users upgrading to a more capable everyday smartphone. Featuring an enlarged 6.9″ display, REDMI A7 Pro delivers an enhanced viewing experience, whether scrolling through social media, watching videos, or browsing content. With a peak brightness of up to 800nits and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz,² the device ensures clear visuals even in bright outdoor ...