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Ultimate Hacking Keyboard 80 – UHK 80 REVIEW

Marvin Gabriel

This is probably the most customizable and complicated mechanical keyboard that I’ve ever tried. And that’s for a good reason. This keyboard was made with professionals and power users in mind, those who want maximum flexibility, customizability, and ergonomics, and it’s actually quite overwhelming, but definitely unique in this ever-growing keyboard market space. I’m talking about the Ultimate Hacking Keyboard 80. Now, the original Ultimate Hacking Keyboard that I featured 6 years ago was pretty decent, and they even made a version 2 of that, which means there’s a clear…

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Pre-order vivo V70, get Php 2k off and more

Marvin Gabriel

MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Filipinos can now experience flagship-level imaging and next-generation AI features as the new vivo V70 officially arrives in the country with a starting price of Php 31,999. Available for pre-order from February 28 to March 13, 2026, in vivo stores nationwide, customers who secure their unit early can enjoy a Php 2,000 discount plus limited-edition freebies, including a vivo VIP Card with 6-month extended warranty and 6-month broken screen insurance, along with vivo Buds Air3. For those purchasing through Home Credit, an additional Php 500 discount is…

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Awekeys Air REVIEW – METAL Low Profile Keycaps!

Marvin Gabriel

Metal keycaps have been around for a while now, but only for standard profile keyboards. This changes with the Awekeys Air, which is the World’s first recycled metal low-profile keycaps.  Now, this is not Awekeys’ first rodeo when it comes to metal keycaps, as they are one of the few brands that specialize in this category.  This is probably the most unique, fanciest, and easiest way to upgrade your low-profile keyboard’s sound, feel, and aesthetic appeal. But what are the pros and cons? Well, we’re about to find out, so…

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Upcoming vivo V70 brings VIP concert shots

Marvin Gabriel

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Capturing live concerts has long challenged smartphone cameras due to harsh spotlights, extreme contrasts, and long shooting distances. The upcoming vivo V70 aims to change that narrative with its upgraded AI Stage Mode, purpose-built to transform festival and concert photography. Set for official launch on February 28, 2026 at 5 PM via the vivo Philippines Facebook page, the vivo V70 introduces enhanced AI imaging technologies that promise clearer, sharper, and more stable stage captures. Upgraded AI Stage Mode for challenging lighting Concert environments present complex shooting conditions.…

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The Gaming Headset for Audiophiles – ROG Kithara REVIEW

Marvin Gabriel

Imagine a gaming headset made for audiophiles? That’s what the new ROG Kithara was made for. ROG collaborated with Hifiman, which is an audio brand known for its planar magnetic and electrostatic headphones. And the design of the ROG Kithara kinda reflects that with the resemblance of some of Hifiman’s popular headphones, but with ROG’s familiar aesthetics, most importantly, it has a pretty decent microphone and a wide variety of connectivity options for multiplatform gaming and music listening.  What I like about this is that it features an open-back design…

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ASUS Announces 2026 All-in-One PCs and Desktops in the Philippines, Priced!  

Marvin Gabriel

Enjoy the ease of a modern workspace with the latest prebuilt desktops and all-in-one PCs from ASUS today KEY POINTS: ASUS launches the newest ASUS V600 All-in-One PC, ASUS V500 Mini Towers, ASUS TUF Gaming TM500, and ROG GM700 in the Philippines. ASUS V600 All-in-One PC: a minimalist device powered by an AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 processor with 50 TOPs NPU, ready for Copilot+ PC features. ASUS V500 Mini Tower PC: built for the modern workspace, powered by an Intel Core 7 240H. ASUS TUF Gaming TM500: a compact…

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Digital Walker Launches Cosmic Box: A Tech-Powered Mystery Unboxing Experience This February

Marvin Gabriel

Manila, Philippines — February 2026  Digital Walker is turning tech shopping into a thrilling surprise this February with the launch of Cosmic Box, its exclusive blind box or mystery box promotion designed to elevate the unboxing experience while delivering exceptional value.  Cosmic Box features curated assortments of tech and lifestyle essentials sealed inside mystery boxes, offering customers premium products at a fraction of their retail value. Each box contains a surprise mix of items, creating an exciting unboxing moment that blends discovery, value, and fun. Two Tiers, One Exciting Surprise …

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Your Coolest Home Upgrade Yet: Acerpure Chill

Marvin Gabriel

MANILA, February 10, 2026 – Acerpure, the lifestyle brand of Acer, is officially entering the large-appliance market with the launch of Acerpure Chill. This new line of high-performance window-type air conditioners is designed to help Filipino homeowners beat the tropical heat with a blend of energy efficiency, compact design, and smart cooling technology. Since its inception five years ago, Acerpure has developed over 20 innovative products. The move into air conditioning marks a significant milestone as the brand scales up to meet the rising demand for reliable, eco-friendly home cooling…

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LG Electronics Philippines Call for Entries for 2026 LG Ambassador Challenge

Marvin Gabriel

MANILA, Philippines, Feb 10, 2026 — LG Electronics Philippines is calling on changemakers, community leaders, and organizations across the country to participate in the 2026 LG Ambassador Challenge, inviting project proposals that aim to uplift a new underserved community, with a particular focus on medical aid and community healthcare. The LG Ambassador Challenge is a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative of LG Electronics Philippines, launched locally in 2022 in partnership with Korea Friends of Hope International (KFHI). Through the program, LG provides funding and support to individuals and local organizations…

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ASRock Announces BIOS Update to Improve System Stability and Address No-Boot Scenarios on AMD AM5 Platforms

Marvin Gabriel

TAIPEI, Taiwan 9th February, 2026 — ASRock® today announced the availability of a comprehensive BIOS update for its AMD AM5 motherboards. ASRock has maintained close and long-term collaboration with AMD, and continues to carefully review recently discussed CPU-related issues across online communities, while optimizing BIOS functionality and further enhancing overall system stability. Following multiple rounds of collaboration, AMD has provided AGESA 1.3.0.0a to improve overall platform compatibility. ASRock has completed the corresponding integration and has released the Beta BIOS version 4.07.AS01, featuring AGESA 1.3.0.0a, on its official website. The BIOS…

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Data Recovery Critical as Cyber Risks Evolve in PH, says Synology

Marvin Gabriel

Manila, Philippines – February 5, 2026 – Cyber attacks are increasingly disrupting digital systems across the Philippines, forcing organizations to rethink how they prepare for outages and data loss. As threats such as ransomware, phishing, and AI-enabled fraud grow more sophisticated, prevention alone is no longer enough. In the third quarter of 2025 alone, cyber attacks surged 49% from the previous quarter, with 76 breach incidents compromising more than 4 million accounts, according to a cybersecurity report. At the same time, the World Economic Forum warned in its Global Cybersecurity…

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Lock In to Every Moment with Smarter ANC, Unlimited Spatial Audio, and Crystal-Clear Calls from HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i, All for Under PHP 5,000

Marvin Gabriel

Manila, Philippines (February 2, 2026) — Designed to keep up with busy urban lifestyles, HUAWEI officially launches the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i in the Philippines, delivering powerful noise cancellation, crystal clear calls, and immersive audio—all wrapped in a lightweight, all-day comfortable design. From packed commutes to late-night work sessions, staying focused and heard has become easier than ever.  Built for users who want fewer distractions and better sound wherever they are, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 7i redefines everyday listening with intelligent technology that adapts seamlessly to real-life environments. Powerful Noise Cancellation That…

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Kingston IronKey Keypad 200 Series Achieves NIST FIPS 140-3 Level 3 Certification

Marvin Gabriel

Industry’s Leader with Three FIPS 140-3 Level 3 Validated USB Drive Models Available Worldwide Kingston Technology, a world leader in memory and technology solutions, today announced its award-winning Kingston IronKey Keypad 200 series (KP200 and KP200C) hardware-encrypted USB flash drives have received NIST FIPS 140-3 Level 3 validation. This certification brings the KP200 series in line with IronKey D500S, which has already achieved this prestigious security standard, further reinforcing Kingston’s commitment to providing robust, certified data protection solutions. The KP200 series are keypad drives that are OS-independent and thus are…

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GIGABYTE Deepens Collaboration with AMD to Accelerate On-Device AI for Gaming, Creation, and PC Builds

Marvin Gabriel

GIGABYTE, the world’s leading computer brand, deepens its strategic partnership with AMD to accelerate on-device AI across three key product lines, including AI gaming laptops, X870E X3D series motherboards, and high-refresh OLED gaming monitors. Powered by AMD platforms and built with GIGABYTE’s advanced technology, this collaboration delivers fast, smooth performance for gaming and creation, as well as steady stability for PC builds. For AI gaming laptops, AORUS MASTER 16 is powered by the AMD Ryzen™ 9 9955HX3D processor with AMD 3D V-Cache™ technology, an advanced cache design that helps keep…

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Upgrade for the New Year: Lenovo Offers Up to ₱5,000 Pluxee Vouchers This Chinese New Year

Marvin Gabriel

MANILA, Philippines – January 30, 2026 – Welcome the new year with smarter technology as Lenovo ushers in the season with its Lenovo Chinese New Year Promo 2026, offering exciting rewards for customers upgrading their devices.  From February 1 to March 31, 2026, customers who purchase select Lenovo laptops and desktops can enjoy corresponding freebies, including Pluxee vouchers worth up to ₱5,000 or a Canon Pixma MG2570S multifunction printer, depending on the model purchased. Upgrade for the New Year and Get Rewarded Designed to help users start the year on…

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ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Exclusive Resident Evil™ Requiem Game Bundle Promotion 

Marvin Gabriel

Gamers can receive a free copy of Capcom’s highly anticipated survival horror title with the purchase of qualifying ROG products KEY POINTS Free digital copy of Resident Evil Requiem available with qualifying ROG gaming products  Purchase period runs from January 29 to March 26, 2026   Game code claiming period runs from February 26 to April 9, 2026 Resident Evil Requiem officially launches on February 27, 2026   MANILA, Philippines, January 29, 2026 — ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced an exclusive game bundle promotion in partnership with Capcom, offering…

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Gigabyte GS25F2A Gaming Monitor Quick Review

Marvin Gabriel

The monitor I shared with you here last time as a bang-for-the-buck option from Gigabyte just got even better. This is the new Gigabyte GS25F2A, now with an upgraded panel that delivers up to 240Hz native refresh rate and a true 1ms GTG response time. It still packs a Full HD Super Speed IPS panel, with adaptive sync support and HDR ready. With a native 240Hz refresh rate, you’re guaranteed to get the real high refresh rate experience without the artifacts you’d normally see on overclocked panels. Pair that with…

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Lenovo Supercharges Enterprise AI with the Launch of Agentic AI and Lenovo xIQ to Deliver Full-Lifecycle Hybrid AI at Scale

Marvin Gabriel

Lenovo Agentic AI gives organizations the governance, tools, advice, and ongoing support needed to deploy and manage production-ready AI agents faster and smarter – turning AI ambition into measurable impact. Three new Lenovo xIQ delivery platforms strengthen Lenovo’s Hybrid AI Advantage™ by delivering the automation and governance enterprises need to scale AI with confidence.  LAS VEGAS – Lenovo announced the next phase of its Hybrid AI Advantage™ with the launch of Lenovo Agentic AI, a new full-lifecycle enterprise solution for creating, deploying, and managing AI agents, and Lenovo xIQ, a…

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OPPO and Google Cloud Deepen Strategic Synergy: Redefining the Next-Gen AIOS Through “Memory Symbiosis” and “Privacy Protection”

Marvin Gabriel

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform smartphones from tools into personal intelligent assistants, OPPO has unveiled its vision for next generation AI Operating System (AIOS). At the recent Google Cloud Export Summit in Beijing, OPPO outlined its strategic roadmap, made possible through its collaboration with Google Cloud, focusing on “Memory Symbiosis” and “Privacy Protection,” to guide the industry toward a native and fully intelligent future.  “The essence of AI is understanding the user. Together with Google Cloud, we are shaping OPPO AI into a truly personalized intelligent companion, one…

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OnePlus launches OnePlus Pad Go 2, the perfect tablet for students and young professionals

Marvin Gabriel

New tablet delivers high-quality experience at mid-range price with large display, productivity toolkit and large battery in a sleek, portable design Manila, Philippines, January 26, 2026 – Global technology brand OnePlus today unveiled OnePlus Pad Go 2, the latest mid-range tablet, designed to provide everything students and young professionals need at an affordable price. The tablet follows on from 2023’s widely acclaimed OnePlus Pad Go and is available DATE.  “The OnePlus Pad Go proved that mid-range priced tablets don’t need to just have mid-range features, and the OnePlus Pad Go…

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