Author: PhilSTAR Tech Team

A10 Networks (NYSE: ATEN) today announced that A10 AI Gateway, an intelligent control plane for centrally managing AI use across organizations, is scheduled to become available in the fourth quarter of 2026. A10 AI Gateway provides unified routing, cost management and governance across the AI agents, applications and large language models (LLMs) used by organizations. It enables centralized visibility into AI usage, cost optimization, access control and enhanced security, helping organizations use AI more efficiently and securely. Background As AI adoption rapidly expands across organizations, enterprises are accelerating efforts to embed AI agents and generative AI capabilities into business applications.…

Canon introduces the EOS R8 Mark II, a new compact and lightweight 24.2-megapixel full-frame mirrorless camera that Filipino photographers and content creators can bring everywhere, from daily commutes and weekend food crawls to island trips and live events. As Canon’s smallest and lightest full-frame mirrorless camera with In-Body IS, the successor to the EOS R8 supports Coordinated Control IS, new creative functions and interfaces. Technologies and controls available on more advanced models in the Canon EOS R series can also be found on the EOS R8 Mark II, packaged within a stylish new, modern design. “Filipinos are always finding new…

For families and small businesses on Camotes Island, a reliable internet connection can mean easier access to school, work, customers, and essential services. PLDT Home has expanded its fiber network across the municipalities of San Francisco, Poro, and Tudela, bringing broadband services to more communities on the island. Known for its white-sand beaches, caves, and cliff-jumping sites, Camotes is often called the “Lost Horizon of the South.” While its quiet setting attracts tourists, its location can also make reliable connectivity harder to provide. “Expanding into Camotes Island is about more than extending our network footprint. It is about helping close…

How much of your gear bag does your power source take up? For digital nomads, freelance creatives, and work-from-home workers, staying productive on the move often means carrying around multiple gadgets, cords, adapters, and multiple power banks just to survive the day. We have normalized carrying all this extra weight because the alternative of having a call drop in the middle of a major client meeting or losing work during unexpected brownouts is a nightmare. Maintaining continuity is vital, but what if securing your daily energy did not require so much literal heavy lifting? It is time to rethink how…

Fitness is often measured through numbers: running speed, repetitions, distance, or workout time. But staying healthy also means knowing when to slow down, recover, and choose activities that fit your body. Samsung highlighted this approach through “Train Run Recover with Galaxy,” a wellness event for #TeamGalaxy members. Participants joined high-intensity interval training (HIIT), barre classes, and Run with Galaxy sessions while using the Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2 to track their activity and health data. TRAIN: Find the movement that works for you People have different fitness goals and abilities. HIIT may help build strength and endurance, while lower-impact…

Google DeepMind and Google Research have introduced WeatherNext 3, a new artificial intelligence (AI) model that updates weather forecasts every hour. It now provides weather information used in Google Search, the Gemini app, Google Maps, Google Maps Platform Weather API, and Google Earth Engine. For ordinary users, the biggest change may be more accurate rain and snow forecasts. Google said WeatherNext 3 can improve these forecasts by up to 50% when people are planning a day or more in advance. The improvements may be especially useful in parts of Asia-Pacific, Africa, and Latin America. Some areas in these regions have…

Rainy weekends have become the perfect excuse to stay in, gather around the TV, and enjoy quality time with family. Whether it’s streaming the latest blockbuster, binge-watching a favorite K-drama, or playing online games together, creating a great entertainment experience at home has become more accessible than ever. Through PLDT Home’s partnership with Samsung, the Global No.1 TV and Soundbar brand, subscribers can enjoy exclusive discounts on selected Samsung TVs and entertainment devices, making it easier to build a smarter and more immersive entertainment space at home. Here are five simple ways to elevate your home entertainment without overspending. Whether…

Apple’s iOS 27 update is packed with artificial intelligence (AI) features, but one of its most useful changes may be much simpler: It could make everyday iPhone tasks faster than before. Apple said apps can open up to 30% faster with iOS 27. Photos may appear up to 70% faster after they are taken, while sending files through AirDrop can be up to 80% faster. Those improvements could matter more to many users than a long list of new features. Waiting a little less for an app to open, a photo to appear, or a file to transfer may not…

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, or MSMEs, are critical to the Filipino way of life. In fact, they comprise the backbone of the Philippine economy as they make up about 99 percent of all businesses in the country while providing some 60–63 percent of the nation’s total employment and accounting for about 36 percent of the gross domestic product or GDP. Unfortunately, this critical sector is beset with challenges that make it difficult for business owners at this level to stay open, much less thrive. Filipino MSMEs face multiple interconnected challenges, with technology and digitalization representing a major and persistent…

Advent Upgrade Solar Inc. (AUSI) and Proterial Philippines Inc. signed a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA), with the latter’s facility in LIMA Estate, Batangas to source power from a 1,587.20 kilowatt-peak ground-mounted solar photovoltaic system. Targeted to begin commercial operations in the first quarter of 2027, the project represents the first ground-mounted solar installation within the estate. “Through this collaboration, we are taking a meaningful step toward reducing our carbon footprint, enhancing energy efficiency, and contributing to the country’s transition to a more sustainable energy landscape,” said Proterial Philippines, Inc. President Yoshiaki Yamashita. “As a responsible corporate organization, we recognize…