Author: PhilSTAR Tech Team

Samsung has made its latest flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S26 series, available worldwide alongside the new Galaxy Buds4 wireless earbuds. The Galaxy S26 lineup includes three models: the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26. The release also introduces the Galaxy Buds4 and Galaxy Buds4 Pro as the company’s newest wireless audio devices. Samsung said early demand for the new smartphones has been strong, with global pre-orders recording double-digit growth compared with previous Galaxy releases. The Galaxy S26 Ultra accounted for more than 70% of pre-orders, making it the most popular model in the lineup. Among the features of…

Computer manufacturer Acer has held the No. 1 spot in the Philippine laptop market for 20 consecutive years, from 2006 to 2025, based on the International Data Corp. (IDC) Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker Q4 2025. The company also recorded its highest consumer laptop market share in 2025 at 37.3%, according to data from market research firm NielsenIQ GfK. Acer said its leadership extends across both gaming and non-gaming segments. The company posted a 40.5% share in the consumer gaming laptop segment and 36.1% in the consumer non-gaming category. “We are incredibly proud to have earned the trust of Filipino…

The Philippine Tech Show 2026, the country’s premier technology trade show, is set to take place on March 23-26, 2026 at the SMX Convention Center Manila in the Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City. Organized by the Philippine Cable and Telecommunications Association (PCTA), the four-day event will bring together technology leaders, innovators, policymakers, and digital enthusiasts from across the country and beyond. Carrying the theme “LEVEL UP,” the Philippine Tech Show 2026 aims to highlight the latest breakthroughs in connectivity, digital infrastructure, and emerging technologies shaping the future of the Philippines. More than just an exhibition, the event serves as…

Telecommunications providers Globe Telecom and the PLDT Group are extending their free communication services to help Filipinos in the Middle East stay in contact with their families as tensions continue to escalate in parts of the region. Globe said it provided complimentary roaming packages for Globe and TM subscribers detected in affected countries, including Israel, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. The package includes 15 minutes of roaming calls, 15 SMS messages and 1GB of mobile data, valid for seven days from the time it is credited to the user’s account. For Filipinos in Iran…

Filipino women who enrolled in generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) courses on Coursera posted a slightly higher completion rate than men, finishing courses at a rate 0.3% higher, according to the online learning platform’s latest report, “One Year Later: The Gender Gap in GenAI.” Women learners also showed stronger interest in application-driven GenAI courses focused on education, productivity tools, and workplace integration. According to Coursera, these courses present GenAI as a practical tool for productivity and problem-solving rather than abstract technical theory. The skills and tools learned from these courses can be applied to tasks such as improving teaching, writing, or…

Technology firm Lenovo introduced several artificial intelligence (AI)-powered personal computer concepts at the Mobile World Congress 2026, including modular PCs, a glasses-free 3D laptop prototype and a foldable gaming handheld. The concepts were presented during the technology exhibition in Barcelona, where manufacturers are showcasing new devices that integrate AI directly into hardware. Lenovo said the prototypes explore how personal computers could become more adaptive to users, with systems capable of adjusting performance, managing workloads and supporting different types of tasks through built-in AI tools. Among the concepts introduced was a modular personal computer design that allows components to be swapped…

InfiniVAN Inc., a Congressional telco franchise holder with a nationwide fiber optic backbone network infrastructure, and Royal Cable Corp., a CATV/ISP operator, formally aligned their service visions through a strategic partnership in the maximum utilization of their respective network assets. The collaboration was solidified during a contract signing ceremony held on Feb. 26th at the Nex Tower Penthouse in Makati. The agreement facilitates the service area expansion of a non-Congressionally franchised operator by utilizing underutilized portions of InfiniVAN’s fiber optic backbone. Without having to build its own backbone network from scratch, Royal Cable is now able to quickly build middle-…

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has launched the National Artificial Intelligence Center for Research and Innovation (NAICRI), a hub that will lead research on artificial intelligence (AI) and help carry out the National AI Strategy for the Philippines (NAIS PH). The center aims to help more companies and organizations adopt advanced AI technologies, particularly outside major cities. According to DOST, more than 80% of Philippine companies already have basic digital systems such as internet connectivity and data platforms. However, only about 15% are using advanced AI tools, and most of these are large companies based in urban areas.…

Consumer electronics company LG Electronics Philippines has launched a nationwide search for the oldest still-working residential air conditioner made by the brand, inviting Filipino households to share stories of units that have continued to run after many years of use. Called the LG Oldest Air Conditioner Hunt Promo, the campaign runs from Jan. 22 to March 31, 2026. The initiative encourages owners of long-running LG air conditioners to document their units and show how they continue to provide cooling comfort. The promo is open to Philippine residents aged 18 and above who own a residential LG air conditioner that remains…

Epson Philippines Corp. (EPC) took part in guided tree nurturing activities along the Legacy Trail at Masungi Georeserve, reinforcing its long-term commitment to environmental action. The conservation site sits within the Sierra Madre mountain range, the country’s largest and one that plays a role in shielding Luzon from severe weather. The range also supports biodiversity and nearby communities, making forest protection and restoration a continuing effort rather than a one-time activity. During the visit, Epson Philippines joined rangers in tree nurturing work along the Legacy Trail. Unlike simple tree planting, tree nurturing focuses on ongoing care such as monitoring growth,…