Samsung 990 SSD now available in PH, starts at ₱19,075
Samsung 990 SSD launches in PH with faster speeds and better efficiency. The post Samsung 990 SSD now available in PH, starts at ₱19,075 appeared first on Technobaboy.
REDMI Note 17 Pro launched: 9,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, and quad IP ratings
Apart from the REDMI Note 17, Xiaomi also announced the Pro model with a larger battery and better build quality.REDMI Note 17 ProDurable and long-lastingXiaomi has announced the Redmi Note 17 Pro in China, a new mid-range smartphone that emphasizes physical durability alongside a substantially larger battery. The device is available in Sky Blue, Nebula Purple, Black, and White color options. On the durability front, the phone carries IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K certifications, reflecting strong resistance to dust and water, including exposure to high-pressure water jets.Its internal structure includes a metal die-cast bracket and shock-absorbing materials, while the display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.The Note 17 Pro features a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a 1.5K 2772 x 1280 resolution and a 120Hz maximum refresh rate. The featuresPeak brightness reaches 3,500 nits, and the screen includes eye-care features such as 3,840Hz PWM dimming and the ability to dim to as low as 1 nit for use in dark settings.Powering the device is the 2.4GHz 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 octa-core processor, a chip oriented more toward everyday efficiency than high-end gaming performance. It is paired with LPDDR4X RAM, alongside UFS 2.2 storage on the 128GB base model and UFS 3.1 on higher-capacity configurations.The star of the show is the 9,000mAh silicon-carbon battery, managed by Xiaomi's proprietary Surge G1 chip. The device also supports 67W wired charging and offers 22.5W wired reverse charging, letting users power other devices from their phone. To address concerns about long-term battery wear, Xiaomi is offering early buyers a five-year battery service plan, under which the company will replace the battery free of charge if its health drops below 80% within the first four years, with a replacement option also available in the fifth year.On the camera front, the setup is relatively basic, consisting of a 50MP main rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture and a 2MP depth sensor, alongside an 8MP front camera for selfies and video calls. Video recording tops out at 1080p at 30 frames per second.Additional features include dual stereo speakers. For connectivity, the phone supports WiFi 5, 5G, 4G, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, and dual SIM. It runs on Xiaomi's HyperOS 3 software out of the box.REDMI Note 17 Pro key specs, features:6.83-inch 1.5K OLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate2.4GHz 4nm Snapdragon 6s Gen 48GB/12GB LPDDR4X RAM with 256GB UFS 2.2, 512GB UFS 3.19,000mAh battery + 67W fast charger50MP main camera + 2MP depth sensor8MP selfie shooterStereo speakersWiFi 5, 5G, 4G, Bluetooth 5.1, NFCAndroid 16 with HyperOS 3.0China price with direct to PHP conversion (no taxes and duties yet):REDMI Note 17 Pro 8GB/128GB - CNY 1,599 (around PHP 14.5K)REDMI Note 17 Pro 8GB/256GB - CNY 1,899 (around PHP 17.3K)REDMI Note 17 Pro 12GB/256GB - CNY 2,199 (around PHP 20K)REDMI Note 17 Pro 8GB/512GB - CNY 2,299 (around PHP 20.9K)It is now available in China. There's no word yet on PH availability at the moment.What do you guys think?Source: REDMI
Infinix HOT 70 Pro to launch on July 16 with 5G and Matrix Cube LED
Infinix HOT 70 Pro launches July 16 with 5G and Matrix Cube LED. The post Infinix HOT 70 Pro to launch on July 16 with 5G and Matrix Cube LED appeared first on Technobaboy.
Sony 1000X THE COLLEXION Headphones Review
In the crowded wireless over-ear ANC headphone space we have in 2026, we have to admit that we’re really spoiled... The post Sony 1000X THE COLLEXION Headphones Review appeared first on YugaTech | Philippines Tech News & Reviews.
OnePlus Allegedly Set to Exit the US and European Smartphone Markets
OnePlus and parent OPPO are reportedly preparing major strategy changes that could see OnePlus exit the US and European smartphone markets, according to a leak. This would have OPPO expand its presence in those regions to fill any gap left by OnePlus, effectively consolidating BBK Electronics’ brands outside China. Signs of reduced availability have already
Samsung Rolls Out One UI 9 Beta 4 for Galaxy S26 Series
Samsung has started rolling out the fourth One UI 9 beta update for the Galaxy S26 series. The update is based on Android 17 and comes with firmware version ending in ZZG4. It is around 1.25GB in size and includes the July 5, 2026 Android security patch. One UI 9 Beta 4 does not introduce
Samsung Introduces Flex Titanium for Next Galaxy Foldables
Samsung has introduced Flex Titanium, a new display technology that will be used in its next-generation Galaxy foldable smartphones. The new display structure combines two titanium-based components, which are titanium-alloy film and titanium plate. According to Samsung, the titanium-alloy film is placed beneath the OLED panel to provide support while remaining thin enough. The company
Apple Releases Public Betas for iOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, iPadOS 27, and watchOS 27
Apple has released the first public betas of its 2027 software updates to give early adopters a first look at iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, and watchOS 27. The updates are now available for installation on supported devices, and the headline feature across the platform lineup is a better Siri AI experience.
Samsung 990 SSD Coming Soon to the Philippines
Samsung has introduced the new Samsung 990 SSD. It’s a PCIe 4.0 NVMe solid-state drive designed for gaming, content creation, and everyday PC use. The new SSD comes in 1TB and 2TB storage options. The 1TB model offers sequential read speeds of up to 7,150 MB/s and write speeds of up to 6,450 MB/s, while
REDMI Note 17 launched: 8,000mAh battery, 7-inch OLED, and Snapdragon 4 Gen 4
After the teaser, Xiaomi officially unveiled the Redmi Note 17 in China, featuring a huge battery and display.REDMI Note 17 designBig screen + massive batteryThe device comes in three color options: Black, Shallow Aqua, and Meteor Purple. Furthermore, it has an IP rating of IP65 for dust and water resistance.The phone is built around a 7-inch flat OLED panel, the largest screen Xiaomi has ever fitted to a Redmi device, effectively blurring the line between smartphone and small tablet. The featuresThe display offers an FHD+ 2396 x 1080 resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 1,800 nits for outdoor visibility. It also includes an in-display fingerprint scanner, Wet Touch 2.0 for operation with damp hands, and a dedicated glove mode.Internally, it runs on a 2.3 GHz, 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, backed by up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage.As the main highlight, the REDMI Note 17 features an 8,000mAh battery, which the company says can deliver up to 2.33 days of typical use. The phone supports USB-C 45W wired fast charging and 22.5W wired reverse charging, allowing it to double as a high-speed power bank for other devices.The camera setup is modest, consisting of a 50MP primary rear sensor and an 8MP front camera.Other features are stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos sound for immersive listening.Connectivity features are WiFi 6 (2.4GHz/5GHz), 5G, 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, NFC, and dual SIM.The REDMI Note 17 ships with Xiaomi's HyperOS 3, which places a strong emphasis on AI-driven security. The software includes an anti-fraud system trained on a large language model to identify and block script-based scam calls, as well as a detection tool that flags AI-generated face swaps during video calls and issues real-time warnings to users.REDMI Note 17 key specs, features:7-inch flat OLED with FHD+ 2396 x 1080, 120Hz refresh rate2.3GHz 4nm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 octa-core processor8GB LPDDR4X RAM256GB UFS 2.28,000mAh battery45W USB-C fast charger50MP main camera + LED flash8MP front cameraStereo speakers with Dolby Atmos soundIP65 dust and water resistanceWiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.1Android 16 with HyperOS 3China price with direct to PHP conversion (no taxes and duties yet):REDMI Note 17 6GB+128GB - CNY 1,299 (around PHP 11.8K)REDMI Note 17 8GB+128GB - CNY 1,399 (around PHP 12.7K)REDMI Note 17 8GB+256GB - CNY 1,599 (around PHP 14.5K)It is currently available in China. No word yet on PH availability as of this writing.What do you guys think?Source: REDMI