Author: PhilSTAR Tech Team

By Maan D’Asis Pamaran Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have long been recognized as the backbone of the Philippine economy. Accounting for more than 99% of registered businesses nationwide and employing 60% of the country’s workforce, these enterprises play a critical role in generating jobs, driving innovation, and fostering inclusive growth across communities. Despite their significant contribution to the country’s economic development, many MSMEs continue to build businesses, create opportunities, and contribute to local economies with little public recognition. To shine a spotlight on these entrepreneurs and their impact, DITO Telecommunity and DITO BizBayan officially launched the DITO BizBayani…

Sharp (Phils.) Corp., the Japanese brand known for innovation and reliability, recently unveiled three distinct booths featuring its current, new, and future products during its “In Step With Your Future” Media Conference and Dealers’ Appreciation Night held at Solaire Resort North on May 20, 2026. The event highlighted Sharp’s evolving brand direction and its commitment to developing solutions that respond to real-life needs. The theme “In Step With Your Future” also serves as Sharp’s new slogan, replacing “Be Original.”, and reflects the company’s forward-looking vision. Mr. Masahiro Akiyoshi – President and General Manager of Sharp Philippines “It reflects our commitment…

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) showcases its vision for the future of gaming at Computex 2026, unveiling a wide range of anniversary products that span PCs, components, displays, networking equipment, accessories, and even lifestyle collectibles. The launch, called Edition 20, marks the gaming brand’s 20th anniversary and highlights how gaming hardware is evolving beyond individual devices into connected ecosystems powered by artificial intelligence (AI), advanced cooling technologies, and immersive experiences. “The Journey of Dare began with a defiant spirit, a refusal to settle for the status quo,” said Jonney Shih, chair of ASUS. “We don’t just play, we play to…

Xiaomi is expanding its connected ecosystem with a new wave of AIoT devices that span personal wellness, audio, and smart home living, building on its latest smartphone launch. A new Violet Collection also ties selected products together with a shared design finish for a more unified look across devices. On the wearable front, the Xiaomi Watch S5 46mm features a 46mm stainless steel build and a 1.48-inch AMOLED display, with up to 21 days of battery life under light use. It supports more than 150 sports modes, upgraded heart-rate tracking, dual-band GNSS, sleep monitoring, Xiaomi HyperOS 3, and Xiaomi Home…

Samsung is rolling out its new Vision AI TV lineup in the Philippines, designed to make watching shows, gaming, and everyday use more immersive and personalized. Powered by Vision AI Companion, the TVs use AI (artificial intelligence) to improve picture and sound, connect with smart home devices, and adjust settings automatically based on what users are watching or doing. Here are four ways the new lineup improves the home experience. 1. Watch films and shows with clearer detail and sound The Micro RGB Vision AI TV uses tiny red, green, and blue backlights to produce more accurate colors and brighter…

Xiaomi has brought its new Xiaomi 17T Series to the Philippines: the Xiaomi 17T Pro and Xiaomi 17T. The phones highlight better cameras, longer battery life, and smoother screens for everyday use like photos, gaming, and watching videos. A big upgrade is the Leica camera system. Both phones have three rear cameras, led by a 50MP main lens. The 17T Pro uses a larger sensor than the 17T, which helps it capture more light and detail. Both models also use Leica lenses designed to produce clearer and more natural-looking photos. For the first time in the T Series, both phones…

Riot Games Philippines has extended registration for Wild Rounds: Pilipinas Open 2026 until June 2, giving more League of Legends: Wild Rift players a chance to compete for a ₱1 million prize pool and a spot in an international tournament in South Korea. The grassroots tournament, now in its third season, serves as the country’s premier competition for Wild Rift players. Riot Games said the extension aims to allow more teams from across the Philippines to join before the competition begins. The tournament champions will receive ₱500,000, while second- and third-place teams will take home ₱250,000 and ₱125,000, respectively. Beyond…

GCash, in partnership with Ayala Malls, launched its first-ever GCash Central Hub at TriNoma. Serving as a one-stop, physical customer touchpoint, the hub allows customers to maximize their GCash experience with on-ground assistance and services. This flagship location is the first of several GCash Hubs to be rolled out across select malls nationwide. The launch of the GCash Central Hub marks the first face-to-face service experience. Booth visitors can get rewards when they show their GCash receipts within Trinoma merchants, cash in for free up to ₱8,000, avail of a GCash Visa Card, make bills payments, open a new GCash…

Logitech G has introduced the G512 X TMR Analog/Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, a new gaming keyboard designed to be heavily customizable and adaptable to different playstyles. The keyboard moves away from fixed, one-size-fits-all hardware and instead allows users tune and modify how it performs, depending on the game and personal preference. “At Logitech G, we see a player’s setup as something that grows with them as they improve,” said Ujesh Desai, vice president and general manager of Logitech G. “With the G512 X, we combine craftsmanship with performance. This keyboard isn’t just a tool, it’s an extension of the gamer, giving…

HONOR Philippines has launched its HONOR 600 Series in the country, pairing its newest AI-powered smartphones with a limited-time pre-order promo that gives customers a chance to win a Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 worth about PHP 4 million. The pre-order campaign runs until May 29, 2026, and has quickly gained attention in the local tech scene due to its combination of flagship smartphone features and a high-value raffle prize. The HONOR 600 Series is designed for creators and mobile-first users, with AI-driven imaging tools such as AI Image-to-Video 2.0. The feature allows users to turn still photos into short video content…