Gadgets Philippines Magazine - February 2023

In this issue

FINTECH: Rise and Evolution

FINTECH was a lifesaver during the pandemic, providing innovative solutions that helped us carry on essential financial activities. Now almost universally accepted, e-wallets are evolving into superapps that touch many aspects of daily living. Plus: check out the first 65 pages highlighting featured brands from the recent CES 2023!

SEEING AN INCREDIBLE FUTURE

ASUS revealed its latest lineup of innovations, world-debuting products, and sustainable actions during its Seeing An Incredible Future virtual launch event for CES 2023.

9 mins

ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 3D OLED (H7604) 3D OLED creator mobile workstation

ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 3D OLED (H7604) is the world's first 3D OLED creator mobile workstation, transcending the ordinary to go far beyond the everyday.

1 min

ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X 3D OLED (K6604): Wow the world in 3D

ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X 3D OLED (K6604) is an innovative 16-inch laptop for creators that also features ASUS Spatial Vision technology with the world's first glasses-free auto-stereoscopic 3D OLED 3.2K 120 Hz display.

1 min

ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X OLED (UX7602BZ): The most powerful Zenbook yet

Partnering with Intel, ASUS has redesigned the impressive Zenbook Pro 16X OLED (UX7602BZ) with a unique Intel processor with the latest ASUS Supernova System-on-Module (SOM) Design.

1 min

ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404) and Zenbook 14X OLED (UX3404): All about performance and portability

Weighing just 1.65kg and measuring less than 1.8cm thick, Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404) has top-tier performance, best-in-class visuals, surprising innovations, and a compact chassis, expanding the possibilities for creators on the go.

1 min

ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA): Ultralight, uncompromised performance for business executives

ASUS ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA) is the first all-metal ASUS laptop to employ an eco-conscious manufacturing technology.

1 min

ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip (CX3401FBA): Increased versatility for exceptional gaming experiences

ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip (CX3401FBA) pairs incredibly realistic visuals and exceptional performance to deliver unmatched cloud gaming experiences and nonstop productivity on the go.

1 min

LEADING IN HYBRID AND GAMING EXPERIENCES

At the recent CES 2023, HP Inc. announced new products and solutions designed to recharge hybrid experiences so people can thrive in today's digital world.

6 mins

FEATURE-PACKED DEVICES THAT DELIVER MORE PERSONALIZED EXPERIENCES

Lenovo unveiled the latest lineup of devices and solutions focused on innovation and improving the user experience.

5 mins

TECHNOLOGIES AND INITIATIVES THAT MOVE PEOPLE'S HEARTS AND EXPAND THE POSSIBILITIES OF ENTERTAINMENT

At the press conference ahead of the opening of the Sony exhibit at CES 2023, Kenichiro Yoshida, chairman, president and CEO of Sony Group Corporation, took the stage and explained that collaboration with creators who create Kando (emotion) is essential to advancing Sony's Purpose to \"fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology\".

4 mins

THE LEAP TO SINGULARITY

\"CES is one of the world's most influential tech events where all tech giants, including MSI, proudly showcase the latest and greatest in tech,\" said Sam Chern, MSI vice president of marketing.

4 mins

NEW ANDROID FEATURES, PRODUCTS, AND MILESTONES

CES is one of the biggest technology events in the world that showcases manufacturers, developers, and suppliers of consumer technology hardware, content, technology delivery systems, and more.

2 mins

A DIFFERENTIATED LUXURY EXPERIENCE

LG Electronics (LG) unveiled its second-generation LG SIGNATURE home appliance lineup at CES 2023.

1 min

THE RISE OF FINTECH AND ITS ROLE IN THE POST-PANDEMIC WORLD

Financial technologies (or Fintech) have come a long way since their \"inception\" in the late 19th century.

3 mins

PRE-PANDEMIC FINANCES: WHAT GENERATIONS Z AND ALPHA DID NOT EXPERIENCE

While Fintech started its rise during the latter half of the 2010s, it was only during the pandemic that all these different digital banking, virtual wallet, and online payment platforms got into their stride in terms of their userbase.

4 mins

A CASHLESS FUTURE?

Online payments have been around for years in the form of debit and credit cards, although most Filipinos remain unbanked.

2 mins

Acer Nitro 16 | Nitro 17

THE LATEST ACER NITRO LAPTOPS, designed to provide casual gamers with a new level of immersive gameplay experience, come with 16-inch WUXGA/ WQXGA displays or 17.3-inch FHD/QHD displays and are supported by liquid metal thermal grease on the processor.

2 mins

Acer eKinekt BD3

THE ACER EKINEKT BD 3 is a desk combined with a stationary bike to empower sustainable and healthier lifestyles.

2 mins

Canon imagePROGRAF TC-20

THE IMAGEPROGRAF TC-20 is Canon's first desktop 4-color pigment ink large format printer with A1 plus capability.

2 mins

Sony Walkman NW-ZX707| NW-A306

SONY HAS ADDED new music players the NW-ZX707 and the NW-A306- to the Walkman family.

2 mins

Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50C

AS WORK-FROM-HOME continues to grow, so does the need for proper measures to secure sensitive data.

1 min

OnePlus Buds Pro

THE ONEPLUS BUDS PRO 2 is one of the first TWS earbuds to adopt Google's signature spatial audio feature developed for Android 13.

1 min

OPPO A17

SAY GOODBYE TO SLOW, lagging performance as the OPPO A17 showcases a default 4GB of RAM integrated with a RAM Expansion feature that provides an additional 4GB for upgraded multitasking needs.

1 min

Synology DS923+

POWERED BY THE VERSATILE Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system, the DS923+ delivers comprehensive solutions to protect and manage business data, easily collaborate on documents, access files remotely, and monitor physical assets, all within a compact desktop format.

2 mins

HONOR X9A 5G

After their comeback last year, HONOR is looking to make a statement in the new year with their new \"budget-premium\" smartphone, the HONOR X9a 5G. The phone straddles the world of premium smartphones with its gorgeous looks and the world of budget smartphones with its mid-range price point. But how does it stack up?

3 mins

RAZER NAGA V2 PRO

Games are as distinct as the gamers they cater to. Every gamer needs to have their distinct arsenal depending on the way they play. Take MMORPG players. The number of skills they constantly need to cast (I feel you priest and sorcerer mains) means they need more actions per minute when gaming. Similarly, RTS gamers need to macro manage their units speedily and efficiently. Regular gear can't cut it for these gamers, which is why they need something like the Razer Naga V2 Pro, a mouse with up to 22 programmable controls and up to 12 side buttons.

4 mins

FIFINE K688 XLR/USB DYNAMIC MICROPHONE

The Fifine K688 XLR/USB Dynamic Microphone came to our attention some months back, as an affordable upgrade to our home audio setup. More and more, audio quality is becoming an essential component for content creation and live streaming, and there is a sizable market for high-quality yet affordable microphones. Let's check out how this podcast microphone performed through three months of regular use.

2 mins

CROSS THE CURRENT

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) has officially unveiled the much-anticipated 2023 New Mitsubishi Xpander Cross.

4 mins

6TH-GEN HONDA CIVIC TYPE R

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) welcomes 2023 with the local debut of its high-performance icon, the 6th-Generation Honda Civic Type R, by far the most powerful model in Type R's 30-year history.

4 mins

GAC EMPOW

A Unique and Sporty Sedan Set to Conquer

2 mins

ALL-NEW GAC GS8

Power and Prestige

2 mins

ARB 4X4 ACCESSORIES FOR FORD VEHICLES

Ford Philippines has joined forces with global off-road accessories provider ARB to give owners of the next-generation Ford Ranger and Everest access to various 4x4 accessories for their vehicles.

1 min

TOYOTA DIGITAL LOGISTICS PLATFORM

Toyota Mobility Solutions Philippines, Inc. (TMSPH) introduces one of its flagship new mobility solutions, a logistics platform that aims to digitalize logistics processes and support the operating efficiency and growth of local enterprises.

1 min

NLEX MAJOR PROJECTS FOR 2023

NLEX Corporation will continue to implement infrastructure developments and enhancement projects that will further contribute to the country's economic growth.

2 mins

ISUZU PHILIPPINES WELCOMES NEW PRESIDENT

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) officially introduced Tetsuya Fujita, replacing Noboru Murakami as president of the company.

1 min

OFFICIAL LIFESTYLE MOTORCYCLE FOR GILAS PILIPINAS

With a firm belief in cultivating Filipino potential, Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. (YMPH) has partnered with Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) to be the Official Lifestyle Motorcycle of the Gilas Pilipinas Men's Basketball Team for the FIBA World Cup.

1 min

MITSUBISHI STRADA GLS RALLIART

Beyond its Ralliart badge, the Mitsubishi Strada GLS Ralliart is a car built for people who want a vehicle that not only plays but also means serious business.

1 min

INNOVATION AWARD FOR FIRST-TO-MARKET INITIATIVES

GoTyme Bank was recently honored for its excellence in the field and efforts to expand Visa's payment services in the Philippines in 2022.

1 min

PITAKA MAKES BUYING CRYPTO EASIER

Transak and Unstoppable Domains will seamlessly integrate within the Pitaka, the digital wallet developed by Filipino-led web3 firm Tetrix, providing customers with a simple and convenient way to buy crypto.

3 mins

TRAVEL MASTER WITH COVID-19 INSURANCE

Igloo regional insurtech partners with GCash and Malayan Insurance

2 mins

JUMPSTART YOUR MONEY GOALS THIS 2023

New year, new goals!

2 mins

SHOP GLOBAL ONLINE

Filipino consumers can now use the buy now, pay later (BNPL) card-free installment option to shop at more global brands online.

2 mins

FIRE EMBLEM ENGAGE

DEVELOPER Intelligent Systems PUBLISHER Nintendo PLATFORM Nintendo Switch

3 mins

Linkedin: JOBS ON THE RISE

New data from LinkedIn shows that roles in medical, tech, and those that help drive business growth are among fastest-growing in the Philippines

7 mins

TOP TECHNOLOGY TRENDS 2023

Alibaba DAMO Academy, the global research initiative by Alibaba Group, shared its annual forecasting of the leading technology trends that could shape many industries in the years ahead.

4 mins

917Ventures Startup Accelerator Program

Ten promising startups are all set to unlock the next stage of growth and scale after completing a 10-week accelerator program conducted by 917 Ventures in partnership with global venture capital firm and startup accelerator 500 Global.

2 mins

What exactly happens if you fail to register your SIM?

Since the telcos launched their SIM Registration platforms last December 27, 2022, millions of Filipinos have already registered their SIMs.

2 mins

EARLY DIABETES DETECTION

Diabetes is among the highest causes of death in the Philippines, making early detection essential to avoid serious complications.

1 min

EPSON LAUNCHES VIRTUAL DEMO CHANNEL TO CONNECT WITH CUSTOMERS

Global technology leader Epson Philippines has launched its Virtual Demo channel where customers can inquire about Epson's wide range of consumer and enterprise products and schedule product demonstrations.

1 min

ZTE RELEASES NEW G5 SERIES SERVERS TO BOOST DIGITAL ECONOMY

ZTE Corporation, a global leading provider of information and communication technology solutions, recently launched the fourth-generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processor (Sapphire Rapids)-based G5 series servers in Beijing.

2 mins

DARWINBOX AND MICROSOFT ANNOUNCE COLLABORATION TO REDEFINE THE FUTURE OF WORK

Darwinbox, the fastest-growing HR tech unicorn, and Microsoft have announced a collaboration to empower organizations globally with the right tools to succeed in the evolving world of work.

2 mins

WILCON DEPOT AND CONVERGE STRENGTHEN CONNECTIVITY PARTNERSHIP

The Philippines' top construction supplies and home improvement retailer, Wilcon Depot, emerged a victor during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic as the company adapted a new business model to serve the repair, renovation, and building needs of its loyal customers during lockdown.

2 mins

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