HONOR Philippines has confirmed that the HONOR X7d is set to launch on October 14, 2025. This device highlights its durability, AI and long battery life.
The HONOR X7d comes with 5-star Premium Drop Protection and IP65 water resistance. It also carries SGS Premium Performance Certification for Drop & Crush Resistance, ensuring protection from drops up to 1.8 meters.
Powered by a 6500mAh battery, the phone promises a long battery life. It also runs on MagicOS 9.0 and it also includes an Instant AI Button for one-click actions and AI functions such as Circle to Search, AI Creation, and AI Editing.
The HONOR X7d will officially launch in the Philippines on October 14, 2025. More details on pricing and availability will be revealed during the announcement.
Huawei has officially opened submissions for the GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity 2025, a global digital art competition designed to celebrate creativity and innovation in painting and animation.
Running until December 31, 2025, the contest gives artists and hobbyists alike the opportunity to showcase their work to a global audience, with winners receiving cash prizes, exposure, and international recognition.
A Global Stage for Digital Creativity
The GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity 2025 is powered by Huawei’s exclusive GoPaint app. It is a professional-grade digital painting tool available on the Huawei MatePad series. The competition invites creators to submit original works across five categories: Digital Watercolour & Ink, Animation, Sci-Fi Art, Cutting-Edge Paintings, and Narrative Art.
This year introduces a new Animation category, where artists can bring their ideas to life through frame-by-frame storytelling. Entries can range from simple sketches with movement to fully polished sequences.
Each participant, aged 18 and above, may submit up to 30 works, provided they are created using any Huawei tablet. Submissions must be uploaded in JPG, PNG, or MP4 format via the official contest website. Images should be under 30 MB at 300 dpi, while animations can be up to 400 MB with 1080p resolution. Each entry must also include a short description of 30–100 words, explaining the story behind the artwork.
Recognition, Prizes, and Global Exposure
The contest will award 20 Honorable Mentions, with each winner receiving USD 1,000 and an official certificate. Beyond cash prizes, selected artworks will be showcased at Huawei’s press conferences, art exhibitions, global campaigns, and social media platforms.
Winning entries may also be adapted into wallpapers for Huawei Themes or merchandise, potentially reaching millions of Huawei users worldwide. In addition, winners will have the opportunity to share their creative process and inspirations through interviews and behind-the-scenes features.
For more details on the competition and the Huawei GoPaint app, visit Huawei’s official website or its social media pages on Facebook and Instagram.
Xiaomi has officially entered the compact tablet market in the Philippines with the launch of the Xiaomi Pad Mini, its first flagship in the mini tablet category.
Designed for portability without compromising on performance, the new device brings an 8.8-inch 3K display, MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor, and a slim unibody design, all packed into a lightweight form factor.
The Xiaomi Pad Mini is now available locally with an introductory early bird price of Php22,999 until October 13, 2025, down from its standard retail price of Php25,999.
Compact Design with Premium Build
The Xiaomi Pad Mini is built with mobility in mind, measuring just 205.13mm x 132.03mm x 6.46mm and weighing 326g. Its metal unibody and micro-arc middle frame provide a premium feel while maintaining ergonomic comfort for single-handed use. Xiaomi has also adopted a SoC-centered design, symmetrically arranging key components for improved balance and grip.
Available in Gray and Purple, the tablet’s compact dimensions and minimalist aesthetic make it a versatile choice for both professionals and students who need a device that transitions seamlessly from work to leisure.
High-Resolution Display and Audio
The highlight of the Xiaomi Pad Mini is its 8.8-inch 3K display with a resolution of 3008 x 1880 pixels and 403 ppi. The panel supports an adaptive refresh rate of up to 165Hz, ensuring smooth responsiveness for tasks like scrolling, sketching, or gaming. With Dolby Vision support and a 700-nit peak brightness, visuals remain vibrant and sharp even under bright conditions.
To protect eye health, the device has earned TÜV Rheinland certifications for Low Blue Light, Flicker-Free, and Circadian-Friendly features.
On the audio side, dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Wireless Audio provide immersive sound, making the Pad Mini a capable entertainment companion.
Powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
At its core, the Xiaomi Pad Mini runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chipset, built on a 3nm process. This high-performance processor is optimized for light productivity and creative workflows, delivering efficient multitasking and smooth performance across apps.
Users can choose between 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB storage configurations, both utilizing LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage for faster read/write speeds.
Long Battery Life and Fast Charging
The tablet houses a 7,500mAh battery, which supports long hours of use for reading, streaming, or productivity tasks. With 67W HyperCharge, it can recharge rapidly, while 18W reverse wired charging allows the Pad Mini to act as a power source for other devices.
Adding versatility, the device features dual USB-C ports—one on the short edge and another on the long side—with support for USB 3.2 Gen 1 data transfer and DP1.4 screen projection.
AI-Powered Productivity
Xiaomi integrates HyperOS and HyperAI into the Pad Mini, offering a suite of AI-powered tools such as:
AI Writing for content creation
AI Speech Recognition and Interpreter for communication
AI Art for creative sketches and illustrations
AI Calculator for advanced computations
The tablet also integrates Google Gemini and Circle to Search with Google, bringing familiar AI-driven interactions into the user experience.
For those who prefer precision input, the Xiaomi Focus Pen (Php3,499) and Redmi Smart Pen (Php2,999) are available as separate accessories, while the Xiaomi Pad Mini Cover (Php999) adds protection and portability.
Price and Availability in the Philippines
The Xiaomi Pad Mini is now available in the Philippines starting September 26, 2025. Pricing is as follows:
Xiaomi Pad Mini 8GB + 256GB: Php25,999 (Early Bird Promo: Php22,999 until October 13, 2025)
Accessories: Xiaomi Focus Pen (Php3,499), Redmi Smart Pen (Php2,999), Xiaomi Pad Mini Cover (Php999, free during the promo period)
The tablet is available nationwide in Purple and Gray, and can be purchased through Xiaomi’s official retail partners and online platforms.
HUAWEI has expanded its wearable lineup in the Philippines with the official unveiling of the HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Series, a new generation of smartwatches that blend long-lasting battery life, advanced health tracking, and rugged yet stylish design. Pre-orders are now open starting at Php13,999.
Pricing and Pre-Order Offers
The lineup includes two models:
HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 (46mm and 41mm) – starting at Php13,999
HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro – starting at Php18,999
Pre-orders for the WATCH GT 6 run from October 2 to October 9, 2025, with early bird vouchers worth Php3,000 available through the HUAWEI Online Store. Offline buyers can also claim a Php1,000 discount and a Php2,000 trade-in token at participating retail locations.
The WATCH GT 6 Pro carries additional perks, including Php3,500 off, priority delivery, and 0% installment options of up to 24 months.
Customers who pre-order will also receive freebies such as HUAWEI FreeBuds SE 2, a stainless steel thermos cup, and a 3-month HUAWEI Health+ membership worth Php2,985.
The HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 will also be available for pre-order beginning October 10, with sales starting on October 24, 2025.
21-Day Battery and Smarter Health Tools
Battery life is one of the standout features of the WATCH GT 6 Series. Thanks to a high-silicon stacked battery system, both models offer up to 21 days of usage on a single charge. Even with intensive use, the devices are designed to last significantly longer than many competing wearables.
The series introduces TruSense System 2.0, which improves accuracy in heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, blood oxygen measurement, stress levels, and emotion detection. The Pro variant adds a heart health app with ECG functionality and irregular heartbeat alerts.
Athletes and outdoor enthusiasts will find new training tools, including:
High-precision GNSS positioning for trail running and cycling
Advanced cycling power and performance metrics without extra sensors
Safety tools such as fall detection and altitude sickness alerts
AI-powered smart coach features for training optimization and recovery
Rugged Build with Premium Design
In terms of construction, the WATCH GT 6 Pro uses aerospace-grade titanium alloy, sapphire glass, and a nanocrystal ceramic back, combining durability with a premium aesthetic. It also offers 40m freediving-grade water resistance, making it suitable for water sports.
The standard WATCH GT 6 features a lighter, more compact build with an ergonomic fluoroelastomer strap. Both models use a 1.47-inch AMOLED display with slim bezels, delivering sharp visuals even in bright outdoor settings.
Customization remains a focus, with support for animated stickers, pet dials, and short video watch faces, allowing users to personalize their devices.
Smart Connectivity and Everyday Use
The WATCH GT 6 Series runs on HarmonyOS 6.0, enabling smoother performance and expanded smart features. Users can access offline maps, Bluetooth calling, music playback, and smart notifications directly from the watch.
One of the most notable updates is GCash Watch Pay, now supported on both iOS and Android devices in addition to HUAWEI phones. This brings secure, on-the-go contactless payments directly to the wrist, broadening the smartwatch’s usability for everyday transactions.
Availability
The HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Series is available for pre-order across Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, HUAWEI Experience Stores, and the HUAWEI Online Store. Early buyers can secure exclusive discounts and freebies until October 9, 2025.
Smart Inc. has introduced a new feature that lets Smart and TNT subscribers make video calls without third-party apps, powered by Video Over LTE (ViLTE) technology.
With ViLTE, Smart subscribers can start video calls directly from their phone’s dialer app. Similar to how you are making a regular voice call. The service is charged to the user’s voice subscription, meaning customers with Unli 5G+, PowerAll, or SurfSaya offers can enjoy virtually unlimited video calls.
ViLTE also delivers stable, battery-efficient video calls and allows multitasking so users can browse, stream, or use other apps while on a call.The rollout builds on Smart’s success with Voice over LTE (VoLTE), which enabled clearer, uninterrupted voice calls over 4G and 5G networks.
How to Activate ViLTE
To enable ViLTE on Android devices:
Go to Settings > Mobile or Cellular Network
Enable VoLTE / HD Voice
Toggle ViLTE / Video over LTE / Video Calling to ON
Both users must have ViLTE enabled and be within Smart’s LTE or 5G coverage. The feature also works on Wi-Fi connections.
Smart recommends updating devices to the latest software and using ViLTE-compatible smartphones from brands such as Samsung, Huawei, OPPO, vivo, Xiaomi, Infinix, Tecno, Itel, and ZTE.
realme is set to launch the realme 15T 5G in the Philippines on October 8, 2025. This will even expand the recently launched realme 15 Series 5G lineup in the Philippines with the 15T featuring a large 7000mAh battery inside
The realme 15T 5G comes with a large 7000mAh batter along with support for 60W SUPERVOOC charging. Despite its large battery, the device remains slim and lightweight at 7.79mm (Suit Titanium) and 7.89mm (Flowing Silver), weighing only 181g and 183g, respectively.
Up front, the 6.57-inch 120Hz AMOLED comes with DT Star D+ glass protection, making it durable for everyday use whether for streaming, gaming, or browsing.
realme 15T 5G Promo
To celebrate its arrival, realme is offering exclusive launch freebies worth up to Php 2,898, including a TechLife Bluetooth Speaker 2 and a 1-Year Screen Damage Protection Plan. The promo will be available at realme partner retailers nationwide from October 8, on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
Freebies include TechLife Bluetooth Speaker 2 + 1-Year Screen Protection
Lenovo Philippines has announced an exclusive promo for mobile gamers as every purchase of the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 will come with a free GameSir G8+ Bluetooth Mobile Controller, along with a Legion Tab Folio Case and Legion Tab Glass Film, worth more than Php 3,000.
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The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, paired with 12GB of RAM and 256GB UFS 4.0 storage for smooth performance and faster loading times.
It also comes with 8.8-inch 2.5K display with a 165Hz refresh rate and then there’s the 13MP + 2MP rear cameras and 8MP front camera provide flexibility for photos, videos, and streams. The device runs on Android 14 and it’s powerful enough to run the latest games
Promo Details
From September 15 to October 31, 2025, every purchase of the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 will include:
FREE GameSir G8+ Bluetooth Mobile Controller
FREE Legion Tab Folio Case
FREE Legion Tab Glass Film
The promo is available at participating Lenovo resellers nationwide, including GameOne, Datablitz, Joneco, PC Express, Robinsons Appliance, and VillMan. Customers will receive the freebies instantly upon purchase in-store.
The offer is valid only for purchases made between September 15 and October 31, 2025.
HUAWEI is set to launch the WATCH GT 6 Series in the Philippines on October 2, 2025. This smartwatch features up to 21 days of battery life, advanced sports tracking, and comprehensive health management tools.
Better sensors
The WATCH GT 6 Series introduces professional-grade sports tracking with the Sunflower Positioning System 2.0, a dual-band, six-satellite GNSS module. It supports 3D trail running and elevation guidance, ensuring accurate tracking for outdoor athletes.
Cyclists can access the industry’s first Virtual Power Metric and Functional Threshold Power tools for real-time power output without external equipment while golfers benefit from vector swing tracking and access to over 17,000 course maps.
For health monitoring, the series debuts TruSense System 2.0 with upgraded sleep tracking, HRV and breathing quality analysis, and 12 emotion indicators. The WATCH GT 6 Pro adds CE-certified arrhythmia detection, ECG analysis, and pulse wave alerts.
Design and Durability
The WATCH GT 6 Pro is built with aerospace-grade titanium alloy, sapphire glass, and a ceramic back, along with strap options like titanium, fluoroelastomer, and woven composite. The standard WATCH GT 6 offers a lighter build with 46mm (Black, Gray, Green) and 41mm (Purple, White, Gold) variants.
Both models feature a 3000-nit AMOLED display, 5ATM and IP69 water resistance, and Bluetooth calling with smart notifications. The Pro model also supports freediving up to 40 meters.
Battery and OS
Battery life reaches up to 21 days on the WATCH GT 6 Pro and up to 14 days on the WATCH GT 6 41mm. Both run HarmonyOS 6.0, offering smoother performance, customizable watch faces, and GCash Watch Pay support.
Availability and Early Bird Offers
The HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Series will be available in the Philippines starting October 2, 2025 via the HUAWEI Online Store, Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, and Experience Stores.
Early bird promos include:
P500 deposit (Sept 20 – Oct 2) via Huawei Online Store for discounts: ₱3,500 off WATCH GT 6 and ₱4,000 off WATCH GT 6 Pro.
₱3,000 early bird voucher on Huawei Online Store starting October 2.
₱2,000 early bird voucher on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop starting September 26.
ASUS has finally unveiled the pricing for the latest handheld gaming lineup with the introduction of the ROG Xbox Ally and the more powerful ROG Xbox Ally X. Both models run a special version of Windows 11 made for gaming and Xbox handhelds, support Xbox Game Pass, and are designed for gamers who want PC gaming on a handheld.
ASUS ROG Xbox Ally
7-inch Full HD touchscreen, 120Hz refresh rate
AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor with 16GB LPDDR5X RAM.
512GB SSD, expandable with microSD.
60Wh Battery
2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
UHS-II microSD card reader
Runs Windows 11, enabling access to Xbox Game Pass, Steam, and other PC game platforms.
ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X
7-inch Full HD touchscreen, 120Hz refresh rate
AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor with 24GB LPDDR5X RAM
1TB SSD expandable via microSD
7-inch Full HD touchscreen with responsive touch input.
80Wh Battery
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1x Thunderbolt 4
UHS-II microSD card reader
Runs Windows 11, enabling access to Xbox Game Pass, Steam, and other PC game platforms.
Both devices include Wi-Fi connectivity, Xbox integration for instant access to Game Pass titles, and support for external accessories.
Pricing and Availability
ASUS ROG Xbox Ally (White, Ryzen Z2 A / 16GB / 512GB) – CA $799.99
ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X (Black, Ryzen Z2 Extreme / 24GB / 1TB) – Available exclusively through Best Buy Canada – CA $1,299.99
Xiaomi has launched the Xiaomi 15T Series, which includes the Xiaomi 15T and Xiaomi 15T Pro, bringing advanced Leica optics, new connectivity features, and a refined flagship design.
The Xiaomi 15T Series introduces an upgraded triple camera system co-engineered with Leica. The Xiaomi 15T features a 50MP main, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses with focal lengths from 15mm to 92mm while the Xiaomi 15T Pro has a 50MP main, ultra-wide, and a new Leica 5x Pro telephoto spanning 15mm to 230mm.
The main camera uses a Leica Summilux lens, with the Pro variant equipped with a Light Fusion 900 sensor the base comes with Light Fusion 800 Sensor. Both models support Xiaomi AISP 2.0 with features such as PortraitLM 2.0, ColorLM 2.0, Master Portrait bokeh effects, and Leica street photography modes.
For video, both models support HDR10+ recording across all focal lengths. The Xiaomi 15T Pro records up to 8K 30fps and 4K 120fps, while both offer 4K 10-bit Log recording with LUT support. The series debuts Xiaomi Offline Communication, allowing direct voice calls between devices without cellular or Wi-Fi – up to 1.9km on the Pro and 1.3km on the 15T. Both models run on Xiaomi HyperOS 3.
Xiaomi 15T Series Price and Availability
Xiaomi 15T Pro – starting at Euro 799, available in three storage variants.
Xiaomi 15T – starting at Euro 649, available in two storage variants.
Xiaomi 15T Specs
Display: 6.83-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, 3200 nits
Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8400-Ultra
Cameras: 50MP main f/1.7, 50MP telephoto f/1.9, 12MP ultra-wide f/2.2, 32MP front, Up to 4K 60fps HDR10+, 4K Log recording
Battery: 5500mAh, 67W fast charging
Software: Xiaomi HyperOS 3 with HyperAI
Other: IP68 rating, Xiaomi Offline Communication (up to 1.3km)
Colors: Black, Gray, Rose Gold
Price: Starts at Euros 649
Xiaomi 15T Pro
Display: 6.83-inch AMOLED, 144Hz, 3200 nits
Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
Cameras: 50MP main f/1.62, Light Fusion 900, 50MP Leica 5x telephoto f/3.0, 12MP ultra-wide, 32MP front, up to 8K 30fps, 4K 120fps, HDR10+, 10-bit Log with LUT
