Author: Jayvee Fernandez

The realme 14 5G shines because of the 4th generation Snapdragon 6 chipset. We are floored. The realme 14 5G is the latest addition to the 14 number line,following the realme 14 Pro+ 5G. As this belongs to the same family of devices, the mid-range 14 is a great sweet spot in terms of features vis a vis price. As I’ve reviewed the number series since the 11 came out just after the pandemic, this series has always been a reliable contender in the mid-range space, being just affordable enough for people who can stretch their budget just little, but…

When I sat with Ben Gelman, a senior data scientist at Sophos AI, I was expecting a technical deep dive into the world of generative models and cybersecurity. What I got instead felt closer to a Black Mirror episode than a technical brief—except this one isn’t fiction. Gelman’s latest research focuses on how generative AI can be weaponized for political manipulation. Not just the kind of broad, meme-based misinformation we’ve seen during previous elections—but something far more sophisticated, precise, and disturbingly personal. “The biggest shift,” he tells me, “is how low the barrier has become for launching highly targeted disinformation…

When ChatGPT and other generative AI tools were introduced to the world months ago, I predicted that sooner, more than later, we would have more identity impersonation scams on the rise. True enough, we saw a trickling of a few generative AI impersonations but in the past week, the trickling has become an overflow of such as promoted on Facebook. These ads consist of prominent political, media and business figures such as Ramon Ang, the Gokongwei family, the Tulfos, Cathy Yang and Joel Villanueva. These chat heads follow a very specific script — that this is some sort of golden…

I printed an old photo today. Pictured here, this is one of my underwater shots using an old Canon 350D, my very first DSLR from 2006, from my very first media job. It was an odd 2 years because everyone was walking around the city with a Canon 350D slung around their necks. An age before smartphone photography. But I digress. The highlight of the day was Canon’s new lineup of PIXMA and MAXIFY printers. The full showcase of ** checks notes ** 18 printers shows that there’s a printer for everyone. From low volume printing of less than 40…

In photo: TCL Executives joined by guest celebrities Rhian Ramos, EJ Obiena, and Valeen Montenegro commemorate the 2025 TCL Grand Launch in a night of celebration and innovation. It’s rare to see a brand stay relevant for over two decades, but TCL has managed to do just that—and more. Celebrating its 25th year in the Philippines, TCL marked the milestone with a grand launch event held at Okada Manila, themed “Legendary Moment, Timeless Greatness.” More than just a retrospect, the night also offered a glimpse into the future of home technology. From being known primarily as a TV brand, TCL…

Let’s get this out of the way. I can highly recommend the POCO F7 Ultra. In the past months, the term “flagship killer” has been loosely thrown around by marketing departments of handheld devices, to the point that the term itself has lost its luster. But once in a while, you have, in perfect timing, devices that really do push the industry forward. I remember the HONOR Magic6 Pro being such a device, which I reviewed last year. This year, the POCO F7 Ultra pushes the boundaries further as a performance phone in all aspects: GPU, camera, connectivity, battery life,…

OK so this is a bit late, but I spent some time with the Lenovo Legion Go S, the latest handheld from Lenovo. As someone who has dabbled with the Steam Deck, own an Ayaneo 2S, and have also played with the previous iteration – the Legion Go, I have some thoughts. The Lenovo Legion Go S marks some evolution in Lenovo’s handheld gaming lineup, building upon the foundation laid by its predecessor, the original Legion Go. While the initial model was lauded for its blend of gaming prowess and productivity features, the Go S aims to refine this formula…

Let’s play pretend for a second: what if Nintendo suddenly decided to move all Nintendo Switch manufacturing from China, Japan (and well, the rest of the world) to the United States? Would that be a game-changer—or just game over for affordability? Turns out, it’s a little more complicated than “just make it here.” For reference, let’s use the original Nintendo Switch as pricing has already been set in stone for several years. China vs USA: manufacturing showdownHere’s the raw math: building a Switch in China costs Nintendo somewhere around $170–$185 per unit, even with tariffs. If they moved that same…

A WiFi router isn’t something you’d normally stop to admire. But Globe AT HOME is changing that. At the “Art of Connection” launch in a:museum—the country’s largest digital museum at the Ayala Malls by the Bay, Globe introduced its latest 5G WiFi device with a twist: limited-edition skins featuring works from some of the Philippines’ most celebrated National Artists. Suddenly, your router isn’t just a tool for fast internet—it’s a statement piece. @barpoinsettia Globe at Home launches the new 5G WiFi router and mesh systems. These are touch screen art pieces that are capable of 5G speeds with WiFi 6…

This a true gaming phone with high-end specs that skims below P50,000. The RedMagic 10 Pro is a beast. Skewed towards gaming, it does have a bunch of quality-of-life features that make it great as a daily driver. But don’t get me wrong: this phone is truly meant for the gamer at heart. It costs P49,999. Aesthetics Out of the box, the RedMagic 10 Pro is a looker. Once you power it on, it definitely screams ‘gamer’ with the sound of a car starting and revving (yes it’s a bit campy but I will forgive this) and the LED lights…