Author: PhilSTAR Tech Team

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,…

Leading global AI smart devices provider HONOR Philippines has dominated the mid-range smartphone market with its iconic and biggest hit HONOR X9 series. Started with HONOR X9a 5G in 2023, HONOR has been dropping hits after hit, literally. At this point, the new year’s campaign of the viral phone series has already become a tradition. “When we launched HONOR X9a 5G, we literally had zero expectations. What we had was hope and confidence in our capabilities, and then it exceeded all expectations. We did not let the success get into our heads; we just thought it was beginner’s luck. So,…

foodpanda’s festive partner riders are hitting the streets with small surprises that show this Pasko, they gotchu.

Consider this a small holiday upgrade with long-term perks. Good luck, and here’s to a smarter, more connected home to end the year.

Leading global smart device brand OPPO officially launched its online store in the Philippines, giving consumers easier and more convenient access to its lineup of innovative devices.

Experience and join LG’s Joyful Clean Holiday Pop-Up at SM Mall of Asia from December 12-17, explore the LG AI Front Load, Top Load Washing Machines, and LG Styler with HandySteamer™, and win exciting prizes!

Complete Apple experience goes nationwide