ANNIVERSARY ISSUE. To launch Volume 15 of GADGETS Magazine, we came up with our Top 15 List of the best of everything: computers, smartphones, cameras, cars, motorcycles, and appliances. ≠≠≠

On the cover is JODILLY PENDRE, a finalist in the second season of Asia's Next Top Model. •••

GADGETSLAB:  Sharp Aquos Quattron Pro LC-80LE960X  |  Lenovo S860  |  Beats Drenched Solo HD  |  LG G3  |  Intel NUC  |  Samsung NX Mini

TEST DRIVE:  Volkswagen Polo Sedan 1.6 TDI MT  |  Nissan Sylphy 1.8L Upper CVT  |  Chrysler 300C  |  Honda City 1.5 VX CVT •••

This issue looks at future trends in the tech landscape in anticipation of the new year. At the same time, we have holiday gift guides for those looking to cram some last-minute shopping.

We delve into how gaming has become a part of pop culture.

The Future Of Money: Are We Heading Into An All-Digital Era?

GrabCar Touts Improved Booking Reliability For Filipino Passengers

Six Reasons That Make The vivo V40 The Best Portrait Camera In Its Class!

25th Anniversary Issue of the Philippines' First Tech Lifestyle Magazine

Reimagining The Possible: Tech’s Future

Time To Level Up With SM’s Cyber Month 2024

PLDT Home rolls out new Fiber Unli All plans with unli mobile calls and 2x faster speeds

ART TECH: Creativity Unleashed
How can technology inspire and empower artistic expression? We explore AI-powered art creation tools and augmented/virtual reality creative platforms as cultural extensions. 


WORK-LIFE BALANCE

Retaining Zen In A New Work Order

Isuzu Supports 2024 Philippine Rallycross Series

Ride Above The Rest With The New Yamaha Sniper155 and Sniper155R 

Yamaha Fastest Unlocks Filipino Speed

FEU Alabang Highlights Sustainable Mobility With GET

TRAVEL 2.0 — Reinventing travel in the digital age

LOVE CONNECTIONS.
How has technology fostered connections? How has it impacted relationships? Is there such a thing as digital intimacy?

The world of tech is ever-changing—devices are better than ever! Contributing to the rapid development of technology is the rise of new players in the fields of mobile and personal computing, as well as photography and mobility.

Mobile Gaming is one of the fastest-growing competitive esports in the world, and one of the primary reasons mobile gaming has amassed this huge following is the rise of more powerful smartphones. Read about the rise of mobile gaming and Filipino-inspired games in this issue's cover stories.


With the pandemic in the rearview mirror and as the country continues its return to normalcy, transportation and mass movement return to the forefront. We look at how new technologies and new mobility solutions are moving people around the metro.

Happy Anniversary! After 250 issues, we continue to educate and inform Filipino tech enthusiasts about the latest gadgets, cars, appliances, as well as emerging technology trends that affect our daily lives.

SONIC SORCERY: How audio directs your media experience\

Media consumption has grown exponentially in recent years. In particular, the shift to home-based work and play activities has brought audio to the forefront of the audio-video spectrum. For a truly immersive entertainment experience, ultra high-definition video needs to be matched with hi-resolution audio. 


Faster and more powerful processors have paved the way for new “specialized” smartphones designed for specific needs. In this issue, we look at how smartphones are becoming more than just communication devices.

For the first time in what seems a very long time, the summer vacation buzz is back. In our Road Trip issue, we bring you some of the best destinations near the metro.

STARTUPS. In this issue, we showcase 917Ventures, the largest corporate venture builder in the Philippines, and how it has helped create pioneering enterprises that offer new ways of dealing with an ever-changing world.

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!

We say HELLO to 2023 as we look forward to what's in store in the realm of tech, mobility, and so much more!

HOLIDAY MAGIC - With everyone eager to finally get back to in-person celebrations, we want to extend the magic with a more meaningful holiday season. In this issue, we look at how new tech is making gift-giving more meaningful, how you can leverage your devices to make your gatherings more enjoyable, and where you can go for that much-anticipated holiday get-together. 

Gaming has evolved from being a mere hobby into a lucrative multi-billion dollar industry. In this issue, we show the different aspects of gaming — such as the passionate athletes and fans of esports, and the emergence of games as a new storytelling method. 

INNOVATION | TECHNOLOGY

In this issue, we take a look at some underrated innovations, like how imaging technology is changing the way we see, and how the lives of our furbabies are getting some upgrades with innovations in pet tech.

This August, we shine the spotlight on EDUCATION, one of our core advocacies.

Just like every other aspect of our lives, the education landscape has changed dramatically, and as we emerge into the new normal, we take stock of new learning pathways that can help address the so-called crisis in education. 


With the help of technology, Digital Nomads are able to find a healthy balance between work and leisure. They attend meetings while sunning at the beach or prepare presentations from a mountain retreat. Will the concept of “live anywhere, work anywhere” change how we see the office forever?

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GADGETS Magazine is not just about smartphones and mobile devices, computers and laptops, entertainment centers, gaming consoles, home appliances, and other electronic stuff. A gadget is anything and everything—in the home, kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom, garage, in the office, at school, for travel, or just about anywhere. It’s what you wear, what you carry in your bag, and what you aspire to have.

GADGETS Magazine features more than just electronic equipment and high-tech trends. We are redefining the term “tech-lifestyle” to cover virtually all aspects of living in a smart, connected, digital world.

Established in 2000, GADGETS Magazine is the Philippines’ first tech-lifestyle magazine. Staffed by young Filipino writers and artists, it is the only magazine to have earned two Tinta Awards for Special/Creative Executions from the United Print Media Group.

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