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Google and YouTube Bolster Efforts to Combat Misinformation in the Philippines

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Google and YouTube Bolster Efforts to Combat Misinformation in the Philippines

Google and YouTube are ramping up their efforts to combat misinformation in the Philippines, a country that currently leads the world in Google searches for “fake news” and “misinformation” in 2023. This indicates a growing interest among Filipinos in understanding these crucial issues.

Mervin Wenke, Head of Communications and Public Affairs at Google Philippines, emphasized the importance of access to reliable information and content. He highlighted the need to empower media, creators, and fact-checkers worldwide in providing accurate information to online users.

To achieve this goal, Google and YouTube have introduced various tools and strategies, including the “About This Result” feature in Google Search. Now available in Filipino, the feature offers additional context for search results, allowing users to better understand the source of the information.

To maintain a responsible online environment, YouTube enforces Community Guidelines as a code of conduct for users, with penalties for violations. Google also offers fact-checking training and workshops for journalists worldwide, having trained over 177,500 individuals across the Asia Pacific region alone.

On YouTube, a Breaking News shelf has been implemented to provide quick access to authoritative news sources during significant events. Additionally, Information Panels are available for topics prone to misinformation, offering third-party sources to ensure accuracy.

Supporting fact-checking organizations, Google and YouTube provide grants to strengthen these efforts, including a $13.2 million grant to the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN) for launching the Global Fact-Check Fund. The fund is open for applications from IFCN’s 135 fact-checking organizations across 65 countries until May 15, 2023.

Apart from these initiatives, Google and YouTube are committed to helping media and creators deliver quality content and journalism, even in new popular formats such as short videos. This reflects the tech giants’ ongoing dedication to ensuring that accurate and trustworthy information remains accessible to users worldwide.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 CAD Renders Reveal New Design Features and Hinge Improvements

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 CAD Renders Reveal New Design Features and Hinge Improvements

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A new batch of renders from CAD files from @onleaks offers a closer look at the upcoming device. The newly surfaced renders showcase the folder-shaped external display on the Galaxy Z Flip5 and a flatter side frame compared to the current Flip4 design. The camera alignment has also shifted to a horizontal orientation, accommodating the new outer display shape.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip jpeg

The renders also hint at a revamped hinge design, with a nearly invisible gap between the two halves of the phone. The hinge appears flatter, potentially explaining Samsung’s decision to opt for a flat frame this time around.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip jpeg

While further details on the Galaxy Z Flip5’s official specifications and release date remain under wraps, these latest images provide a compelling look at the design evolution of Samsung’s next-generation foldable smartphone and its outer display is definitely exciting to see.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip jpeg

Source: Media Peanut x @onleaks

OnePlus Pad Officially Unveiled!

Jam Ancheta
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OnePlus Pad Officially Unveiled!

Looks like OnePlus is completing the ecosystem as the company has just announced their tablet, the OnePlus Pad.

Oneplus pad philippines

It might not got head to head with the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series but this one has a couple of interesting hardware including the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 processor inside along with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. For the display, there’s the 11.6-inch 2800×2000 display which is pretty large and of course, there’s the quad speaker as well for better multimedia immersion.

OnePlus Pad

OnePlus Pad Specs

  • 11.6-inch 2800×2000 Display, 7:5 aspect ratio, 144Hz refresh rate
  • MediaTek Dimensity 9000 CPU
  • 8GB LPDDR5 RAM
  • 128GB UFS 3.1
  • 13MP Rear Camera
  • 13MP Selfie Camera
  • WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3
  • USB-C
  • Support for OnePlus Magnetic Keyboard
  • 9510mAh battery
  • 67W SuperVOOC Charging
  • OxygenOS 13.1 with Android 13

oneplus pad keyboard

The OnePlus Pad also supports a magnetic keyboard with a touchpad similar to the Magic keyboard of the iPad Pro and also the OnePlus Stylo, their own stylus.

The OnePlus Pad is definitely one of the most exciting products from the company as this one is priced at only USD 479. No word yet regarding local availability and launch.

HONOR Philippines Expands with New Experience Stores at SM City Marilao and Marikina

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HONOR Philippines Expands with New Experience Stores at SM City Marilao and Marikina

HONOR Philippines, celebrates the opening of its third and fourth experience stores in SM City Marilao and SM City Marikina. The successful launches were officiated by HONOR Philippines executives and SM City representatives. The rapid expansion highlights the brand’s commitment to making its services more accessible to Filipinos.

SM City Marilao

During the store opening in SM City Marilao, the crowd-favorite HONOR X9a 5G was showcased in a limited-edition Midnight Black color. The device features a 120Hz Premium OLED Curved Display, providing a large screen with an impressive screen-to-body ratio, a 64MP Super Triple Camera, and a 2-Day Battery Life. Select fans participated in the viral HONOR smash challenge, with a lucky winner taking home an HONOR smartphone.

SM City Marilao
SM City Marilao

The HONOR X9a 5G Midnight Black is available in limited stocks at HONOR Experience Stores, partner dealer stores, and online through Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop, priced at P16,990. Visit the HONOR Experience Store in SM City Marilao at the Second Level and the SM City Marikina at Cyberzone for an immersive tech experience.

HONOR X7a Review: Long-lasting entry-level smartphone

Jam Ancheta
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HONOR X7a Review: Long-lasting entry-level smartphone

Normally, entry-level smartphones doesn’t really have something much to offer as they focus to have a balanced specifications or hardware but not the HONOR X7a because the smartphone might offer an entry-level processor but this one has a pretty large 6000mAh battery inside.

Design and hardware

HONOR Xa Philippines

For the design and hardware of the smartphone, the HONOR X7a comes with an ergonomic design and also a curved body. The smartphone is actually pretty hand to hold and I can’t actually feel that the smartphone packs a 6000mAh battery inside as it was light and easy to hold. 

HONOR Xa Philippines

As for the materials, the HONOR X7a features a matte metallic back that surprisingly looks premium and feels more premium than I expected. It also houses the camera setup at the back that looks clean and then there’s the power button that also acts as the fingerprint scanner on the right along with the volume rocker.

HONOR Xa Philippines

Below the smartphone is where you can find the USB-C port along with the headphone jack and also the speaker grill of the smartphone. Since the smartphone is an affordable one, I didn’t expect too much from its charging speeds but 22.5W will take some time to fully charge the smartphone.

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Speaking of the battery, there’s 6000mAh battery inside and in our PC Mark Work 2.0 battery test, we got a score of 19 hours and 12 minutes which is pretty long and one of the few who went past 15 hours. And by the numbers, that’s pretty good. In real life, We’re getting here a day a half to two days of usage on the smartphone.

HONOR Xa Philippines

Display

HONOR Xa Philippines

For the display of the smartphone, there’s the 6.75-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate. While that might not sound impressive, you have to remember that this one is an affordable smartphone.

HONOR Xa Philippines


That resolution might not be crisp for its display size but it’s bringing in a longer battery life as it has a smaller resolution. There’s the dynamic 90Hz refresh rate as well which adds to the smoothness when navigating on the smartphone.

As for the quality, it’s definitely not the best one out there but it’s usable outside but you don’t get to have the best quality of course. As for the colors, it was better than I expected and I do like that they have a 90Hz refresh rate on the smartphone.

Software and performance

HONOR Xa Philippines

The smartphone comes with Magic UI 6.1 that is based on Android 12. Honestly, it does look like the Huawei UI for now and it’s not a bad thing as this one is easy on the eyes and it was a breeze to use whatever I want on the smartphone. 

For the processor, the smartphone comes with a MediaTek Helio G37 processor along with  6GB of RAM but of course, you could also extend its RAM by getting some from its storage.

When it comes to performance, it’s what you can expect from an entry-level smartphone. It’s definitely not the best one out there but it should do just fine for the basic apps and games that you need on the smartphone.

HONOR Xa Philippines

As for gaming, the smartphone can run the most basic games but don’t expect games like Genshin Impact to run at a playable frame rates. Games that are lighter would be playable such as Call of Duty Mobile and Mobile Legends but again, you have to set your expectations as this one comes with a low-end processor. 

HONOR Xa Philippines

And since this one is an entry-level smartphone with Helio G37 processor, there’s no 5G on this one.

Camera

HONOR Xa Philippines

For the camera, the HONOR X7a come with a 50MP main camera along with 5MP ultrawide camera and depth and macro lenses. Thankfully, they still included an ultrawide camera on this one as most smartphones are neglecting on ultrawide to save costs and to focus on the main camera instead.

HONOR Xa Philippines

As for the camera, well, it’s not the most ideal that we can expect as the colors aren’t great and the contrasts were a miss most of the time. It’s a little bit soft sometimes as well but again, this is an entry-level smartphone so this is really what we can expect from its price range. 

Verdict

If you want something that is affordable and you need a smartphone that has a long battery life then you might want to consider the HONOR X7a. It’s definitely not the most powerful but the smartphone’s battery is long and the display and usability of the smartphone isn’t that bad. 

HONOR Xa Philippines

Meralco unveils PIXL, a digital twin laboratory to futureproof business operations

Ciara Alarcon
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Meralco unveils PIXL, a digital twin laboratory to futureproof business operations

Meralco recently announced the launch of its Powertech Innovation and eXperience Lab (PIXL), a state-of-the-art virtual world rendering studio and metaverse.

PIXL is expected to accelerate innovation and improve Meralco’s business operations, offering a variety of functions that can aid in delivering reliable and stable electricity services to its customers. The lab features 10 short-throw high-definition projectors, a 360-degree projection wall, LED lights, and extended reality devices like Microsoft HoloLens and Oculus VR headsets.

meralco pixl lab

 

According to Rocky D. Bacani, Meralco’s First Vice President for Information, Communication, Technology, and Transformation (ICTT), PIXL is aligned with the power distributor’s digital transformation goals. In addition, it forms part of its efforts to find new growth opportunities for customers, employees, and the future generation of engineers. PIXL’s functions include technology scanning, proof of concept, prototype development, distant learning, knowledge transfer, and remote support.

meralco launches pixl lab

 

PIXL is also expected to serve as a venue for co-innovation initiatives with other electric cooperatives, regulators, and distribution utilities in the Philippines or other countries. The facility is designed to offer extended reality previews of different vital facilities. These include substations and business centers, simulations of critical incident resolutions, and remote support for the company’s workforce.

“As a leader in the energy industry, Meralco continuously invests in new technologies that will enhance our business operations to deliver consistent excellent service,” said Bacani. Meralco has embraced digital transformation through its Customer Centricity Transformation Program and Digital Projects, which aim to improve customer touchpoints, level up operational efficiencies and services to achieve better customer experience.

Samsung Galaxy A24 LTE Now Available in the Philippines

Jam Ancheta
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Samsung Galaxy A24 LTE Now Available in the Philippines

Samsung Philippines has just announced the availability of their newest smartphone in the country, the Samsung Galaxy A24 LTE.

 

Samsung Galaxy A24 LTE
Samsung Galaxy A24 LTE

This smartphone packs a midrange specifications as the Samsung Galaxy A24 4G comes with a MediaTek Helio G99 processor inside and also an AMOLED display with 90Hz refresh rate. As for the camera, the Samsung Galaxy A24 LTE comes with a 50MP main camera along with 5MP ultrawide camera and 2MP macro camera

Samsung Galaxy A24 LTE Specs

  • MediaTek Helio G99 Processor
  • 6.5-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED Display, 90Hz
  • 6GB/8GB RAM
  • 128GB Internal Storage
  • 50MP Main Camera + 5MP Ultrawide camera + 2MP Macro Camera
  • 13MP Selfie Camera
  • Side fingerprint scanner
  • LTE, Dual SIM
  • 25W Charging
  • 5000mAh battery
  • One UI 5.1 based on Android 13

The Samsung Galaxy A24 LTE is now available in Light Green and Black for Php14,990.

OPPO adds Spotify Widget to the cover display of the Find N2 Flip

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OPPO adds Spotify Widget to the cover display of the Find N2 Flip

OPPO, has announced the release of a software update for its flagship foldable phone, the Find N2 Flip. The update will bolster the functionality of the phone’s cover display, further enriching the user experience.

Collaborating with Spotify, OPPO introduces an exclusive Spotify Widget for the Find N2 Flip, maximizing the potential of the flip phone’s industry-leading 3.26-inch cover screen. Users can now control playback, utilize the Heart button, and receive content recommendations without unfolding their devices.

Additionally, the update incorporates a custom-built Speech-to-Text quick reply feature, accessible via the cover screen when users receive messages. The feature will support quick reply in popular apps such as WhatsApp, Messenger, Google Messages, Telegram, and LINE.

Since its international launch in February 2023, this marks the first significant update for the Find N2 Flip, reflecting OPPO’s four-year commitment to major device improvements. Rolling out globally from mid-April, the Speech-to-Text feature will automatically update, while users can manually add the Spotify widget through the screen widgets settings under “Pocket Player”.

PLDT Maintains Philippines’ Fastest Internet Speeds Crown for Fifth Consecutive Year

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PLDT Maintains Philippines’ Fastest Internet Speeds Crown for Fifth Consecutive Year

Ookla has confirmed PLDT, as the nation’s fastest internet provider for the fifth year running, with an impressive speed score of 86.52 in 2022. PLDT’s consistent dominance at the Ookla Speedtest Awards is a result of the company’s aggressive network expansion and dedication to enhancing customer experience.

PLDT’s efforts have supported the digital transformation of the Philippines, with its 6.08 million fiber-powered ports covering around 17,700 barangays across the nation.

PLDT remains the only Philippine telco capable of delivering fiber-optic speeds of up to 10 Gbps, positioning the nation alongside South Korea, Japan, Norway, Italy, New Zealand, and the USA in terms of ultra-fast internet access. By the end of 2022, PLDT Home had amassed 2.9 million fiber subscribers, capturing 59% of the industry’s fiber customer growth.

To further enhance customers’ digital experiences at home, PLDT Home has doubled the speeds of all its Fiber plans. Meanwhile, the PLDT Group, through its ICT subsidiary ePLDT, offers data center, multi-cloud, and cybersecurity solutions that enable the digital transformation of large companies and MSMEs.

PLDT and Singapore’s ViewQWest are the only Southeast Asian telcos to win the prestigious Ookla Speedtest Award for five consecutive years. Luke Deryckx, Ookla’s CTO, lauded PLDT’s superior network performance, saying they are “proud to recognize PLDT’s hard work in providing the fastest Internet experience in the Philippines.”

PLDT has also achieved top speeds in major Philippine areas, outperforming other major telcos in cities such as Pasig, Cagayan de Oro, and Baguio. The company’s expansive fiber network now spans 1.1 million kilometers and reaches 17.2 million homes, covering 68% of the country’s cities and municipalities.

Register your Smart SIM card to enjoy GigaLife app exclusive offers

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Register your Smart SIM card to enjoy GigaLife app exclusive offers

Smart Prepaid subscribers can now enjoy even more value-packed offers with the launch of exclusive deals available only to registered SIM users via the GigaLife App.

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To avail of this and other exclusive offers, registered subscribers can simply log in to the GigaLife App and select the ‘FREEBIES & Exclusive Here’ tile, then choose ‘Power All 50’.

The GigaLife App also features a range of other exclusive data offers and perks, such as Triple Data Giga Video 99 and Triple Data Giga Stories 99, both of which come with 6 GB of open access data and an additional 1 GB of data every day for entertainment or social media apps, valid for seven days. There’s also Triple Data Giga Video 299 and Triple Data Giga Stories 299, which provide 12 GB of open access data and an additional 1 GB of data daily for entertainment or social media apps, valid for 30 days.

Experience the Power to Live in the Moments that Matter Most

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And if you’re into streaming movies or playing mobile games, Power All 50 lets you enjoy your favorite entertainment on the go without worrying about running out of data.

The promo also includes unlimited texts to all networks, ensuring you can stay connected with your loved ones throughout the day.

The Philippines’ Fastest and Best Mobile Network

Power All 50 is powered by Smart, the Philippines’ fastest and best mobile network according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband intelligence. In fact, Smart is the first and only Philippine mobile operator to win Ookla’s Best Mobile Network award, winning both the Fastest Mobile Network and Best Mobile Coverage awards within Ookla’s Q1-Q2 and Q3-Q4 2022 reporting periods.

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Visit https://smart.com.ph/prepaid to learn how you can live more today with Power All 50 and the latest Smart Prepaid promos.

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