REDMI K100 Pro and K100 Pro Max Launched
Xiaomi has launched the REDMI K100 Pro and K100 Pro Max in China. The REDMI K100 Pro has a 6.59-inch OLED display with a 2510 × 1156 resolution and a 185Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5V Series, paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. For cameras, it
Samsung Galaxy Z8 Series Sets Record Foldable Pre-Orders in Southeast Asia and Oceania
Samsung has reported record-high pre-order sales for its Galaxy Z8 series across Southeast Asia and Oceania, with demand led by the Galaxy Z Fold8, with Pre-orders for the Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra rising by almost 60% compared with the Galaxy Z Fold7. The pre-order period in the region ends on August
REDMI K100 Pro launched: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5V, 8,580mAh battery, 200MP camera
Apart from the Pro Max model, there's also a REDMI K100 Pro variant.The phone's designREDMI K100 Pro goes officialThe REDMI K100 Pro measures 8.55mm thick and weighs 218 grams. It is available in four color options: black, white, shimmering light, and Cabernet Sauvignon red.Furthermore, it has triple IP ratings of IP66/68/69 for enhanced protection against water and dust.The device features a 6.59-inch OLED flat display with a resolution of 2510 x 1156. The panel supports a 185Hz refresh rate and uses M11 luminescent material, reaching up to 2,200 nits of full-screen brightness with support for full-brightness DC dimming.The featuresUnder the hood, the Redmi K100 Pro is powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5V Series chipset, a variant with one less GPU slice than the standard Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.It is paired with 12GB/16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB/512GB UFS 4.1 storage, while cooling is managed by a smaller 5,150mm² ice-cooled circulating pump. The phone also incorporates Xiaomi's in-house D2 discrete graphics chip and T1+ signal booster.Powering the device is an 8,580mAh battery with 26% silicon content and an energy density of 945Wh/L. It supports 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging, along with 27W wired reverse charging and 22.5W wireless reverse charging.For imaging, the Redmi K100 Pro is equipped with a 200MP primary camera featuring optical image stabilization, a 50MP telephoto camera, and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera. A 32MP selfie camera handles front-facing shots.Other features include stereo speakers with Bose tuning, although it will be limited to 2.0-channel sound only.Connectivity features are WiFi 7, 5G, 4G, Bluetooth 6.0, GPS, NFC, and dual SIM.The Redmi K100 Pro runs on Xiaomi's HyperOS 3.0.REDMI K100 Pro key specs, features:6.59-inch M11 OLED flat screen, 1.5K resolution, 185Hz refresh rateSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5V chip12GB/16GB LPDDR5X RAM256GB/512GB UFS 4.1 storage8,580mAh battery with 100W fast charging50W wireless charging200MP OIS main camera + 8MP ultra-wide50MP telephoto camera32MP selfie shooterStereo speakers with Bose tuningWiFi 7, 5G, 4G, Bluetooth 6.0Android 16 with HyperOS 3.0China price with direct to PHP conversion (no taxes and duties yet):REDMI K100 Pro 12GB/256GB - CNY 3,999 (around PHP 36.3K)REDMI K100 Pro 16GB/256GB - CNY 4,599 (around PHP 41.8K)REDMI K100 Pro 16GB/512GB - CNY 4,999 (around PHP 45.4K)It is currently available in China. No word yet if it is going to launch in the Philippines.What do you guys think?Source: FoneArena
Redmi 17 4G and Redmi 17 5G Officially Announced: 7500mAh Battery, 6.9-Inch Display, and Programmable RGB Light
Xiaomi has officially unveiled their latest budget line-up with the debut of the Redmi 17 4G and Redmi 17 5G. Priced starting at MYR 669 (around PHP 8,700) for the 4G model and MYR 769 (around PHP 10,000) for the 5G version. 7500mAh Battery, 45W Fast Charging, 22.5W Reverse Power Bank Charging, and Back RGB The post Redmi 17 4G and Redmi 17 5G Officially Announced: 7500mAh Battery, 6.9-Inch Display, and Programmable RGB Light appeared first on Jam Online | Tech News & Reviews.
HONOR Magic V6 to launch in PH on August 18
HONOR is set to launch the Magic V6 in the Philippines on August 18, with local pricing, final specifications, and... The post HONOR Magic V6 to launch in PH on August 18 appeared first on YugaTech | Philippines Tech News & Reviews.
HONOR Magic V6 Set to Launch in the Philippines on August 18
HONOR is set to launch the HONOR Magic V6 in the Philippines on August 18. Based on the global specifications, the Magic V6 features a 7.95-inch inner OLED display and a 6.52-inch external OLED display. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform and runs MagicOS 10 based on Android 16.
REDMI K100 Pro Max launched: 185Hz M11 OLED screen, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 9,070mAh battery
After the teasers, Xiaomi finally launches the REDMI K100 Series, including the top-end model.REDMI K100 Pro Max designBigger battery and smoother displayThe REDMI K100 Pro Max measures 8.45mm thick and weighs 238 grams, making it slightly slimmer than its Pro sibling despite the larger dimensions. It features a glass fiber back cover and is available in Black, Gold, Blue, and Red color options.The device also comes with an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and carries IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance.On the front, the phone sports a 6.9-inch OLED flat display with a resolution of 2608 x 1200. The panel supports a 185Hz refresh rate and uses M11 luminescent material, matching the display technology found on the standard Pro model.Powering the device is Qualcomm's full-core Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor with Adreno GPU. It is paired with 12GB/16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB/512GB/1TB UFS 4.1 storage, while heat dissipation is handled by a 6,300 mm² ice-sealed circulating cooling pump, an increase in size compared to the Pro model's cooling system.The featuresThe Pro Max houses a 9,070mAh battery with 16% silicon content, giving it a larger capacity than the standard Pro. Charging is handled via 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging, with the device also supporting 27W wired reverse charging and 22.5W wireless reverse charging.On the imaging front, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is equipped with a 200MP main camera with optical image stabilization, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens, and a 50MP ultra-wide-angle camera, representing an upgrade over the camera setup on the standard Pro.Other features mentioned are the Bose-tuned 2.1-channel speaker system consisting of dual 1115D master-level speakers alongside Deco 2016 tablet-level speakers.For connectivity, the Pro Max includes Wi-Fi 7 (2.4 GHz/5 GHz/6 GHz), 5G, 4G, Bluetooth 6.0, GPS, NFC, and dual-SIM support.Finally, the smartphone runs on Xiaomi's HyperOS 3.0 out of the box.REDMI K100 Pro Max6.9-inch OLED flat screen with 2608 x 1200 resolution, 185Hz refresh rate3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor12GB/16GB LPDDR5X RAM256GB/512GB/1TB storage9,070mAh battery100W fast charger + 50W wireless charging200MP OIS main camera + 50MP ultra-wide + 50MP telephoto camera2.1-channel speakers tuned by BoseWiFi 7, 5G, 4G, Bluetooth 6.0Android 16 with HyperOS 3.0China price with direct to PHP conversion (no taxes and duties yet):REDMI K100 Pro Max 12GB/256GB - CNY 4,499 (around PHP 40.9K)REDMI K100 Pro Max 12GB/512GB - CNY 4,899 (around PHP 44.5K)REDMI K100 Pro Max 16GB/256GB - CNY 5,099 (around PHP 46.3K)REDMI K100 Pro Max 16GB/512GB - CNY 5,499 (around PHP 50K)REDMI K100 Pro Max 16GB/1TB - CNY 5,999 (around PHP 54.5K)It is currently available in China. We will let you know once it becomes available globally as a POCO rebrand.What do you guys think?Source: FoneArena
POCO Carnival 2026 Philippines: Big Discounts on POCO Smartphones and Tablets Up to ₱9,000
POCO is celebrating its eighth anniversary with POCO Carnival 2026, running from August 11 to August 23. This year's theme, "From 8 to ∞", marks eight years of POCO while looking ahead to the brand's next chapter.POCO fans, the bigger attraction is the selection of discounted smartphones and tablets available through POCO's official Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop stores.Up to ₱9,000 OffThe biggest discounts are available on Shopee and Lazada, with savings of up to ₱9,000 on select models. The promotions cover everything from entry-level C series phones to the flagship F series and POCO tablets.The POCO X8 Pro Max gets the biggest listed discount at ₱9,000 off, while the POCO F8 Ultra is available with up to ₱8,000 in savings. The POCO M8 Pro and POCO Pad M1 are also worth checking for buyers looking at the mid-range price segment.Lazada DealsLazada carries many of the same Carnival promotions, although the available models and configurations vary slightly from Shopee.The X8 Pro Max again gets up to ₱9,000 off, while the X8 Pro, F8 Pro, M8 Pro, and POCO Pad M1 also receive notable discounts.TikTok Shop DealsThe TikTok Shop promotion is more modest compared with Shopee and Lazada, but there are still discounts across several POCO models.Select POCO X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max variants get ₱1,000 off, while other devices receive smaller discounts ranging from ₱100 to ₱520.Flagship Performance and MoreThe Carnival lineup includes some of POCO's latest performance-focused devices. The POCO F8 Ultra features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and VisionBoost D8 chipsets, a 2.1-channel audio system with Sound by Bose, and a 50MP 5x periscope telephoto camera.The POCO X8 Pro Max focuses on endurance and gaming, packing an 8,500mAh (typ) silicon-carbon battery, 100W HyperCharge, and the Dimensity 9500s chipset.For buyers looking for something more affordable, the M and C series provide lower-priced options, while the POCO Pad lineup covers tablet users.More Than Just a SalePOCO is also running its "Complete Your ∞" fan challenge on Facebook and X. Fans can complete POCO's infinity artwork and share their creations using @POCOGlobal and #POCOCarnival for a chance to win exclusive gifts.For buyers, the campaign runs until August 23, 2026. Since prices and available variants differ between platforms, it is worth checking the official POCO store on each platform before placing an order.With discounts reaching ₱9,000, POCO Carnival 2026 gives shoppers a chance to pick up selected POCO smartphones and tablets at lower prices while the brand celebrates its eighth anniversary.-Subscribe to our social media channels: Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter, and YouTube. to receive the latest news and updates.
Apacer Warns Memory Supply Could Drop by 70% in 2027 as Demand Continues to Rise
The ongoing AI-incuded memory shortage could become an even bigger problem in 2027, with manufacturers expected to release only around 30% of their 2026 RAM and NAND supply volume next year. The warning comes as AI companies continue to consume large amounts of RAM and storage for data center workloads, putting additional pressure on an
Confirmed: HONOR Magic V6, the “extra-durable fold,” is coming to the Philippines on August 18
HONOR today confirmed that the HONOR Magic V6 is officially coming to the Philippines on August 18.File photo: HONOR Magic V6 when foldedHONOR Magic V6 PH launch dateThe HONOR Magic V6 is the company's ultra-thin 2026 flagship book-type foldable smartphone boasting an extra-durable build.When openedTo recap, this is the first foldable smartphone in the world to feature both IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance ratings, allowing it to survive 1.5 meters of freshwater submersion for about 30 minutes and survive even hot water jets.See also: Global HONOR Magic V6 First Look - Ultra-slim design, promises extreme durabilityThe foldable also has the HONOR Super Steel Hinge for long-term durability, tested for up to 500,000 folds, and HONOR Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield on the cover screen to prevent unwanted hairline scratches and minimize the risk of cracking when dropped.HONOR made this possible despite its 8.75mm thinness when folded and 4nm thin when unfolded.Back design and the cover screenThe main display features a reinforced ultra-thin glass (UTG) protected 7.95-inch LTPO 2.0 AMOLED panel with 1-120Hz variable refresh rate and 2K 2352 x 2172 resolution, 5,000 nits peak brightness, anti-reflection layer, and a 44 percent reduction in crease depth compared to previous generations.When folded, it has a 6.52-inch LTPO 2.0 AMOLED screen w/ 1-120Hz refresh rate, FHD+ resolution, and up to 6,000 nits peak brightness.Both screens have stylus support. Both the folding and cover screens also have a 20MP selfie camera.Inside, it packs the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC, 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, 512GB UFS 4.1 storage, and an improved 6,660mAh Si-C (silicon-carbon) battery with 80W wired fast charging, 66W wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging.Apart from having strong specs, the HONOR Magic V6 is also equipped with some of the most capable cameras found on a foldable smartphone. It uses a 50MP f/1.6 main camera w/ OIS, a 50MP ultra-wide shooter, and a 64MP 1/2-inch sensor 70mm (3x optical zoom) camera.The phone also has a side-mounted fingerprint reader, stereo speakers, and runs on Android 16 OS w/ MagicOS 10 skin on top, HONOR Connect on iOS (iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch), and Mac integration.It supports up to seven years of major Android OS upgrades.Only the price and pre-order details are unknown for now.Stay tuned for more info.