Author: PhilSTAR Tech Team

Ardent Networks, a premier ICT distributor in the Philippines, has entered into a strategic distribution partnership with Intelligent Wave Inc. (IWI), a Japan-based cybersecurity technology company, to strengthen its enterprise cybersecurity offerings. Formally launched on January 15, 2026, the partnership brings CWAT (Cybercrime Warning Alert Termination) to the Philippine market. CWAT is a comprehensive cybersecurity solution that integrates data leak prevention with built-in file encryption, enabling organizations to protect sensitive information without added complexity or cost. This new collaboration expands Ardent Networks’ enterprise cybersecurity portfolio, addressing thegrowing need for solutions that meet evolving regulatory and security demands. “By bringing CWAT…

Equipping students with the tools, technology, and support to turn their “X”—their passions and dreams— into reality For many students, “X” represents a defining dream—whether it’s creating, building, learning, or preparing for a future shaped by technology. Through Converge’s newest program, Super FiberX Battlestation Raid, the company reinforces its commitment to empowering the next generation by transforming everyday computer setups into high-performance battlestations that support a wide range of pursuits. Designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s students, the program highlights how access to the right tools and reliable connectivity can help turn passion into progress. Super FiberX Battlestation…

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Sinulog 2026 is not just a celebration of culture, faith, and music. It is a festival powered by Globe 5G, the country’s most consistent and reliable mobile and broadband network, connecting people in ways never seen before. From sunrise processions to vibrant street dances and high-energy night performances, festivalgoers, media, and content creators rely on Globe 5G to livestream, navigate, and share experiences in real time. Every dance, cheer, and personal story is captured, uploaded, and shared instantly, making Sinulog the most connected festival in the Visayas. Globe’s expansive 5G coverage and dependable network performance ensure…

The new year brings new chances to work harder, explore more, and push further. For the new gen of Filipinos, hustling means long days, multiple sidelines, and staying connected from morning to night. Built for today’s hustle, nubia—the maker of highly personalized smartphones—launches the nubia V80 Max in the Philippines. Truly #BuiltToTheMax, the nubia V80 Max is designed to give you the confidence to take on more without hesitation. Super durable, super smart and safe, nubia’s new device takes away everyday worries so you can face challenges fearlessly and keep moving forward.Be Confident and Go Fearless with nubia V80 MaxThe…

TalentPlus will rename to Gushcloud TalentPlus, managing top MENA creators globally and representing top global creators in MENA United Arab Emirates | 20 January 2026—Gushcloud International, a global creator management and content commercialization company, today announced the completion of a majority acquisition of TalentPlus Dubai, a UAE-based talent management and influencer marketing services firm, a firm Gushcloud invested into 15 months ago. This transaction marks a significant milestone in Gushcloud’s deepened interest across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), reinforcing the company’s long-term growth strategy and global platform scalability. The Middle East is a conducive market for creators, as Strategy&…

Lenovo announced the newest additions to its portfolio of gaming devices designed to help esports athletes, student gamers, and mobile gamers. New for CES® 2026 are updates across Lenovo Legion and Lenovo LOQ devices, along with a new Legion laptop proof of concept featuring a rollable screen designed to provide discerning gamers with powerful, portable gaming devices to help them on their quest to “reach their impossible” in gameplay. “The gaming space is as exciting as it is vast—from bringing friends together across borders, to elite esports athletes to the top competitions in the world. Wherever and however a gamer…

Filipinos have a reputation for patience. We wait in lines, we tolerate traffic, and we’re generally willing to give brands the benefit of the doubt. According to a new study by Twilio, that reputation holds up even in the digital world—but only up to a point. The Twilio Digital Patience Study found that Filipino consumers are the second most digitally patient in the Asia Pacific and Japan region, trailing only Indonesia. On average, Filipinos are willing to wait 27.3 minutes for an issue to be resolved, longer than the regional average of 24.4 minutes. But there’s a limit. Actual wait…

CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA – Apple today unveiled Apple Creator Studio, a groundbreaking collection of powerful creative apps designed to put studio-grade power into the hands of everyone, building on the essential role Mac, iPad, and iPhone play in the lives of millions of creators around the world. The apps included with Apple Creator Studio for video editing, music making, creative imaging, and visual productivity give modern creators the features and capabilities they need to experience the joy of editing and tailoring their content while realizing their artistic vision. Exciting new intelligent features and premium content build on familiar experiences of Final…

Acer Academy has entered into a partnership agreement with the De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) to provide learning devices for deaf students through the School of Deaf Education and Applied Studies (SDEAS), a program dedicated to giving deaf Filipino learners access to inclusive, high-quality education. Acer Academy donated five Acer TravelMate laptops to DLS-CSB. These devices are intended to help SDEAS students access online learning platforms, complete academic tasks and digital coursework, participate in blended learning activities, and improve their digital literacy and employability. “Education is one of our priority segments. We always believe in the power of education.
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At CES 2026, HP Inc. debuted a new vision for the modern workforce, positioning professional fulfillment as the next major frontier for business growth. With global data showing that only 20% of knowledge workers have a healthy relationship with work, HP’s latest lineup aims to bridge this “fulfillment deficit” by providing tools that make the future of work both technology-driven and human-centered. Hardware That Moves with the Mission Leading the charge in hardware innovation is the HP EliteBoard G1a, a CES 2026 Innovation Award Honoree. This groundbreaking device is the world’s first full AI PC built entirely into a keyboard,…