Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2026 Opens Entries for Filipino STEM Students
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2026 is now accepting entries from Grades 8 to 10 students in government-managed Science High Schools, with almost PhP2 million in devices and cash for the Top 10 teams.
REDMI Note 17 Series arrives in PH, led by 10,000mAh Pro Max 5G
Xiaomi is going all-in on sheer endurance with its latest release. The REDMI Note 17 Series has officially landed in the Philippines, bringing four new smartphones to the local market. Leading the charge is the lineup’s very first Pro Max entry — the REDMI Note 17 Pro Max 5G, which we just reviewed — a device that crams a huge 10,000mAh battery into a surprisingly manageable chassis. If you are tired of constantly hunting for wall outlets or lugging around power banks heavier than your actual phone, Xiaomi is betting big that this is the series you’ve been waiting for. ... The post REDMI Note 17 Series arrives in PH, led by 10,000mAh Pro Max 5G appeared first on REVU Philippines.
HONOR Watch 6 arrives in PH with 120+ sports modes and 35-day battery
The HONOR Watch 6 is now in the Philippines with 120+ sports modes, professional training tools, and up to 35 days of battery life.
Watch: Meet OPPO Watch S – Slim, sleek, and smart
The OPPO Watch S is a slim, fitness‑focused smartwatch starting at PHP 10,999.OPPO Watch SOn paper, this combines premium looks, advanced health tracking, and long battery life.One of our editors, Justine Basco, tried it for over a month, and here's what she thinks about it.Watch: Meet OPPO Watch S - Slim, sleek, and smart Inside the box, you'll find the watch, paperwork, and charger (no adapter). Available in Phantom Black or Silver Gleam.What's belowIt arrived in a sleek stainless steel build with IP68 + 5ATM water resistance, rubber strap, responsive rotating crown for navigation, and a 1.46‑inch AMOLED screen with 464 x 464 resolution and 3,000 nits peak brightness.This pairs easily via Bluetooth 5.2, supports dual-phone pairing, and the OHealth app (Android/iOS). It also has on‑wrist messaging, access card use, and dual‑band GPS.Its health tracking includes steps, sleep, stress, ECG, heart rate, SpO2, and wrist temperature.1.46-inch screen on her wristCompleting its wellness features, the watch comes with sports modes, period tracking, calorie monitoring, breathing guide, and vibrational alarms.Moreover, it runs on ColorOS Watch 7.1 with customizable watch faces.Paired with a phoneWith its 339mAh battery, the watch lasts 7 to 12 days depending on usage. A quick 10‑minute charge equals 1 day of use.OPPO Watch S Global key specs, features8.9mm slim stainless steel casePhantom Black (Black fluororubber strap) and Silver Gleam (Stainless steel buckle) strap1.46-inch AMOLED screen w/ 464 x 464 resolution, 3000 nits peak brightnessBES2800BP chip4GB eMMC storage339mAh battery rated up to 10 days (power-saving), 7 days (regular usage)100+ sports modes8-channel heart rate sensor16-channel blood oxygen sensorWrist temperature sensorIP68 dust and water resistance5 ATM resistanceBluetooth 5.2, GPS L1 + L5ColorOS Watch 7.1PHP 10,999 (Phantom Black)PHP 11,999 (Silver Gleam)Our thoughtsStarting at PHP 11K, the OPPO Watch S offers a stylish design, advanced health features, and excellent battery life. It's a generally a solid value‑for‑money smartwatch.
REDMI Note 17 Series Launched in the Philippines with Bigger Batteries and Titan Quality Certification
Xiaomi has launched the REDMI Note 17 Series in the Philippines, introducing four new smartphones: the REDMI Note 17 Pro Max 5G,…
REDMI 17 4G and 5G models now in PH: 7,700mAh batteries, durable build, and up to Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, starts at PHP 14,999
Apart from the Pro variants, Xiaomi introduces the REDMI Note 17 4G and REDMI Note 17 5G.REDMI 17 SeriesREDMI 17 series are official in the PhilippinesXiaomi has expanded its REDMI Note 17 series with two new models, the Redmi Note 17 4G and REDMI Note 17 5G, both positioned around long-term durability, battery endurance, and a refreshed design.Both devices share the same design language and are available in three finishes—Celestial Purple, Sky Teal, and Black, each combining matte and glossy textures with metallic accents.The phones measure 169.70mm x 79.14mm x 8.45mm, with the 4G model weighing 224g and the 5G weighing 225g. The displayBoth models are protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i and carry an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance, supported by Wet Touch Technology 2.0 for reliable touch response when the screen or fingers are wet.Both phones feature a 6.99-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with FHD+ 2396 x 1080 resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, 1800 peak brightness, and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. The panels carry TÜV Rheinland certification for low blue light and circadian-friendly viewing.The two models diverge in their chipsets. The Redmi Note 17 4G is powered by the 6nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 octa-core processor with Adreno GPU, paired with 4GB/8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB/256GB UFS 2.2 storage options.The REDMI Note 17 5G instead uses the 2.3GHz 4nm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 octa-core processor with Adreno GPU, paired with 6GB/8GB RAM and 128GB/256GB configurations.Both devices are equipped with a 7,700mAh silicon-carbon battery supporting USB-C 45W turbo charging and 22.5W reverse charging, allowing the phones to function as a power bank for compatible devices. Xiaomi states the REDMI Note 17 offers up to 2.62 days of typical use, while the Redmi Note 17 5G offers up to 2.54 days, along with up to 26 hours of video playback and 157 hours of music playback.Both batteries carry a TÜV SÜD 5-star Battery Performance Certification and are engineered to retain at least 80 percent of their original capacity after roughly six years of daily use.The camerasThe two phones share the same camera setup, featuring a 50MP main sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and 5P lens, along with a 16MP front camera at f/2.5. Dual video recording allows simultaneous capture from the front and rear cameras. Xiaomi's AI Creativity Assistant is included on both models, offering tools such as AI Erase Pro, AI Sky, and AI Image Expansion for photo editing.Audio on both devices includes a 200 percent volume boost and Hi-Res Audio support. Security is handled through an in-screen fingerprint sensor and AI face unlock.For connectivity, the two devices use WiFi (2.4GHz/5GHz), with the difference in 5G and 4G depending on the model. The vanilla Note 17 uses Bluetooth 5.0, while the Note 17 5G uses Bluetooth 5.1. Furthermore, the devices have GPS and dual SIM support.Finally, both devices run on Xiaomi HyperOS 3 and are backed by six years of security updates.REDMI Note 17 4G SpecsDisplay: 6.99-inch Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protected 8-bit AMOLED display w/ 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 2396 x 1080 resolution at 376 ppiCPU: 2.9GHz 6nm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 octa-core processorGPU: AdrenoRAM: 4GB/6GB LPDDR4XROM: 128GB/256GB UFS 2.2Back Camera: 50MP f/1.8 main camera + LED flashSelfie Camera: 16MP f/2.5Battery: 7,700mAh Si-C w/ USB-C 45W HyperCharge, 22W reverse chargingOS: Android 16 OS w/ HyperOS 3Connectivity: WiFi 5 (2.4GHz/5GHz), 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.0, OTG, NFC, GPS, dual SIM (nano w/ eSIM)Sensors: Accelerometer, light, orientation, proximity, gyroscopeOthers: In-Display fingerprint sensor, face unlock, IP65 dust and water resistance, IR Blaster, stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res audio, Colors: Celestial Purple, Sky Teal, BlackDimensions: 169.70 x 79.14 x 8.45 mmWeight: 224 gPrice: PHP 14,999 (4GB/128GB), PHP 15,999 (6GB/128GB), PHP 17,999 6GB/256GB)REDMI Note 17 5G SpecsDisplay: 6.99-inch Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protected 8-bit AMOLED display w/ 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 2396 x 1080 resolution at 376 ppiCPU: 2.9GHz 4nm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 octa-core processorGPU: AdrenoRAM: 6GB/8GB LPDDR4XROM: 128GB/256GB UFS 2.2Back Camera: 50MP f/1.8 main camera + LED flashSelfie Camera: 16MP f/2.5Battery: 7,700mAh Si-C w/ USB-C 45W HyperCharge, 22W reverse chargingOS: Android 16 OS w/ HyperOS 3Connectivity: WiFi 5 (2.4GHz/5GHz), 5G, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.0, OTG, NFC, GPS, dual SIM (nano w/ eSIM)Sensors: Accelerometer, light, orientation, proximity, gyroscopeOthers: In-Display fingerprint sensor, face unlock, IP65 dust and water resistance, IR Blaster, stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res audio, Colors: Celestial Purple, Sky Teal, BlackDimensions: 169.70 x 79.14 x 8.45 mmWeight: 225 gPrice: PHP 16,999 (6GB/128GB), PHP 18,999 (6GB/256GB), PHP 19,999(8GB/256GB)Price and availabilityREDMI Note 17 4G 4GB/128GB - PHP 14,999 (PHP 13,999 discounted price)REDMI Note 17 4G 6GB/128GB (Shopee-exclusive model) - PHP 15,999 (PHP 14,999 discounted price)REDMI Note 17 4G 6GB/256GB - PHP 17,999 (PHP 16,999 discounted price)REDMI NOTE 17 5G 6GB/128GB - PHP 16,999 (PHP 15,999 discounted price)REDMI NOTE 17 5G 6GB/256GB - PHP 18,999 (PHP 17,999 discounted price)REDMI NOTE 17 5G 8GB/256GB - PHP 19,999 (PHP 18,999 discounted price)Pre-order begins October 2 to 11, 2026, with a PHP 500 down payment and get up to PHP 2K off + exciting gifts. Valid from September 8 to October 11, 2026.Buyers will also receive FREE REDMI Buds 8 Lite + VIP Card (Exclusive warranty Services worth PHP 40,000) + SB19 photocards & poster.Lastly, those who purchase from October 12 to 31, 2026 will receive a freebie: Xiaomi Backpack (worth PHP 2,000) + Special Gifts (SB19 Photocards & Poster) + VIP Card (with exclusive warranty services worth PHP 40,000).What do you guys think?
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REDMI Note 17 Pro Max Review: Titan Power That Goes the Distance
REDMI's first Pro Max phone pairs a 10,000mAh battery with 100W HyperCharge and flagship-grade durability, all built to last for years.
REDMI Note 17 Pro Max Review | Geek Lifestyle
When the REDMI Note 17 Pro Max says, "Titan Power, Go Max," best believe it will--without fail. The post REDMI Note 17 Pro Max Review | Geek Lifestyle appeared first on UnGeek.
REDMI Note 17 5G Review: Daily Dependent
The REDMI Note 17 5G is built for the kind of days when your smartphone is expected to simply keep going. With a 7,700mAh battery, a large 120Hz AMOLED display, and durability features designed for everyday use, it puts reliability ahead of chasing headline-grabbing performance numbers. It’s a practical approach that makes the Redmi Note The post REDMI Note 17 5G Review: Daily Dependent appeared first on WalasTech.