Author: PhilSTAR Tech Team

Tech brand Infinix is expanding its esports presence in Southeast Asia (SEA) through a wider partnership with MOONTON Games, to boost major Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tournaments in the region. Infinix will serve as Presenting Partner of the MLBB Professional League Indonesia, Titling Partner of the MLBB Development League Indonesia, and Official Sponsor of the MLBB Super League Thailand. These partnerships build on earlier collaborations in the Philippines and Malaysia The partnership covers multiple seasons, including MPL Indonesia Season 17, MDL Indonesia Season 13, and the inaugural MSL Thailand Season 1. Infinix will provide tournament-grade gaming smartphones and roll out…

Smartphone brand POCO is bringing its new X Pro lineup to the Philippines, headlined by the POCO X8 Pro Max with an 8,500mAh battery, Dimensity 9500s chip, and prices starting at ₱18,999. The series includes the POCO X8 Pro Max and POCO X8 Pro, each targeting users looking for flagship-level performance at midrange pricing. At the top of the lineup, the POCO X8 Pro Max introduces a 3nm Dimensity 9500s processor, paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. The device recorded an AnTuTu score exceeding 3 million. The standard POCO X8 Pro runs on the Dimensity 8500-Ultra chip, delivering…

Planning trips is becoming faster and more automated as artificial intelligence (AI) enters travel booking, and Filipino-owned platform Travereel is hoping to help travelers make that shift with a new AI feature called “Vicky.” Travereel is a video-centric travel social network and booking platform. The app combines short-form travel videos with booking tools, to turn inspiration into actual itineraries without leaving the platform. The newly introduced AI travel assistant, Vicky, is designed to address what the company calls “planning paralysis,” a common issue among travelers overwhelmed by too many online options. By analyzing user preferences, budget, and trending destinations within…

Technology company Apple has introduced the AirPods Max 2, upgrading its premium over-ear headphones with stronger active noise cancellation (ANC), new artificial intelligence (AI) features, and tools for creators such as podcasters and musicians. The second-generation AirPods Max is powered by Apple’s H2 chip, which enables several intelligent audio features. Among the additions is Adaptive Audio, which automatically adjusts the balance between ANC and Transparency mode based on surrounding noise levels. Conversation Awareness also detects when a user begins speaking to someone nearby and lowers the volume of music while reducing background noise. The device also introduces Live Translation, powered…

AI smart devices provider HONOR Philippines will introduce the HONOR X8d smartphone in the Philippines on March 19, its third handset release in the country for 2026. The HONOR X8d is being positioned for students and younger smartphone users looking for a stylish yet budget-friendly device. The phone features a 7.5mm ultra-thin body designed to be lightweight while maintaining a glossy finish and textured surface meant to give it a more premium look. “Today’s students are creative, expressive, and always on the move. We offer HONOR X8d to match that energy, sleek, capable, and budget-friendly. It proves that you don’t…

Digital health platform mWell, developed by Metro Pacific Health Tech, secured its third Global Mobile (GLOMO) recognition after winning Best Mobile Innovation Supporting Emergency or Humanitarian Situations under the Tech4Good category at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. The award is a back-to-back win for the platform after its 2023 recognition for Best Mobile Innovation for Digital Life. “Digital innovation is key to our commitment to national progress,” said Manuel V. Pangilinan, chair of mWell and MPIC. “Through mWell, we continue to harness technology to bring quality healthcare closer to every Filipino.” For emergencies, mWell has introduced Southeast Asia’s…

Smart device company HONOR has entered a strategic technical partnership with ARRI to bring professional cinema imaging technology to future consumer devices, including smartphones. The collaboration aims to integrate elements of ARRI’s Image Science, the technology behind the color rendering and visual quality used in many Hollywood productions, into HONOR’s next-generation mobile imaging systems. By combining HONOR’s mobile hardware and software capabilities with ARRI’s expertise in cinematic imaging, the companies aim to give content creators tools that produce more natural color, improved highlight control, and visuals closer to what professional filmmakers achieve using dedicated cinema cameras. “HONOR is pioneering a…

Electronics company LG Electronics is expanding its lineup of smart home appliances in the Philippines with two products designed to make everyday kitchen and laundry tasks more efficient: LG InstaView refrigerators and LG Top Load washing machines. The LG InstaView refrigerator is built around a patented “knock-to-view” glass panel that allows users see inside the fridge without opening the door. Two quick knocks on the panel illuminate the interior, allowing homeowners to check items instantly. The feature helps reduce the need to open the refrigerator frequently, minimizing cold air loss and helping maintain more stable internal temperatures for stored food.…

Smartphones are expected to keep up with fast, always connected lifestyles, and the Infinix NOTE Edge is built around that idea. Designed for users who move between classes, work, and entertainment throughout the day, the smartphone combines a curved display, a large battery, and a 5G-capable processor to support multitasking and mobile content creation. Infinix NOTE Edge is designed with a 3D curved 1.5K display for immersive viewing and smooth interaction. The curved edges and high resolution screen are aimed at users who spend hours on social media, watching short form videos, or streaming shows. Whether scrolling through TikTok, editing photos,…

Warmer temperatures during the Philippine summer often mean higher electricity consumption, high power bills, and the constant worry about brownouts. As air conditioners, electric fans, and cooling appliances run longer hours, households face the double burden of staying comfortable while trying to manage rising energy costs. In a tropical country like the Philippines, however, the same sun that drives up temperatures can also provide a practical solution. Solar power is increasingly being explored by homeowners and small businesses as a way to reduce electricity expenses and maintain power during outages. Instead of relying solely on the grid, solar energy allows…