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From the beginning, League of Legends: Wild Rift has been an enormous success in esports, especially among Filipino gamers. The game just keeps on evolving, introducing new champions, runes, spells, and ways to level up. That’s why many Filipinos have joined in on the action and are caught in the rift.  A multiplayer battle arena game that has taken the Esports world by storm, League of Legends: Wild Rift is a fantastic barkada activity you can enjoy even while social distancing. That’s why this mobile game’s popularity has exploded amid the ongoing pandemic. The game is also in the midst of its Fall season for the SEA Icon Series, its esports league that is drawing high volumes of viewership in the Philippines.  As a brand that is committed to innovating and evolving to cater to the ever-changing market needs of our gamers, Globe aims to give only the best gaming experience for its customers. Recognizing how excited Filipinos are for the Rift, Globe, in partnership with Riot Games Sou

Galaxy for the Planet outlines Samsung’s commitment to acting more sustainably across its mobile product lifecycles and business operations  Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today unveiled Galaxy for the Planet, the sustainability platform for its Mobile Communications Business powered by its scale, innovation and spirit of open collaboration, to take tangible climate actions across its business. Samsung has established an initial set of targets to be reached by 2025 to reduce its environmental footprint and lessen resource depletion from production to disposal of its Galaxy products.  “We believe that everyone has a role to play in providing innovative solutions that protect the planet for generations to come. Samsung understands our efforts need to match our scale, our influence and the magnitude of the entire Galaxy ecosystem around the world,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. “Galaxy for the Planet is an important step in our jour

 Samsung sets a new standard for mobile experiences with powerful premium foldable smartphones  Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today opened the next chapter in foldable innovation with two new smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Galaxy Z Flip3 5G. Both devices are premium foldable smartphones built with the craftsmanship and flagship innovations Samsung users have come to love and expect. The third generation of these category-defining devices incorporates key improvements that Samsung foldable users have asked for—making them more durable with more optimized foldable experiences than ever before. From iconic design to immersive entertainment, Galaxy Z Flip3 5G and Galaxy Z Fold3 5G offer users unique new ways to work, watch, and play. For those who need the ultimate device for productivity and immersive entertainment, the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is a true multitasking powerhouse with next-level performance, an undisrupted 7.6-inch  Infinity Flex Display, and the first-ever S Pen  support

The Galaxy Watch4 series delivers a holistic suite of health features, an all-new OS and UI and enhanced hardware performance Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic — marking a new era for smartwatch innovation. They are the first smartwatches to feature the new Wear OS™ Powered by Samsung, built jointly with Google™, and are equipped with One UI Watch, Samsung’s most intuitive user interface yet. The Galaxy Watch4 series is bolstered with advanced hardware performance and delivers a more seamless and connected user experience than ever before. These new devices have been completely redesigned to provide consumers with the best tools to manage their wellness. “We have seen an incredible amount of growth for the Galaxy Watch series as consumers have discovered the health benefits and convenience of wearables,” said Dr. TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. “We understand the path to wellness

Global research firms Canalys, Counterpoint Research, and IDC recently confirmed realme’s no. 1 ranking in the local smartphone market for Q2 2021. realme Philippines continues to dominate the local smartphone industry as it claims the no. 1 spot in the market once again, according to international research firms IDC, Canalys, and Counterpoint Research in their respective Q2 2021 reports.  With this milestone, the fast-growing tech and lifestyle brand has now managed to hold the top spot for two consecutive quarters—an impressive feat the brand attained in less than three years. The brand first held this position in Q3 of 2020, just less than two years since its entry to the Philippine market in November 2018. According to Canalys, realme accounted for 26% of the local market share, besting four other smartphone brands in the category. It also reported a 51% year-over-year growth for the brand during this quarter. The brand also ranked first in a separate report by Counterpoint Researc

Send money even to those without a bank or e-wallet account! As the country experiences heightened community quarantine measures, staying safe is everyone's top priority. Limiting our movements outside is the best thing we can do to help curb the transmission of the COVID-19 virus. Thanks to financial technology, we can do our everyday transactions through our mobile phones, including sending money.  Sending money to family and friends or paying someone - even those without a bank or an e-wallet account is so much safer and convenient with PayMaya and Smart Padala.  With your PayMaya mobile wallet app, you can quickly send money from the comfort of your homes to almost anyone in the Philippines through its nation-widest Smart Padala agent network.  With this service, recipients can quickly head to the nearest Smart Padala agent. These agents are usually sari-sari stores in the neighborhood communities, so it is like walking to the house of their trusted kapitbahay – no need to comm

Epson introduces the SC-T3130M and SC-T5130M, a new line of entry-level and affordable multifunction technical printers that offer fast and accurate printing in a compact size. Perfect for architecture firms, construction and engineering companies, universities, F&B establishments, shops, and other businesses that require economical multifunction printing, these new printers promise outstanding speed and quality while delivering accuracy in every print. Increased Productivity  With the ability to print accurate line placements, these multifunction printers are the ideal printing solution for blueprints, line drawings, graphics, and posters. Both models feature Epson’s PrecisionCore printhead technology which utilizes piezo elements to mechanically eject the ink, allowing for remarkable print speeds that produce A1 printouts in just 31 seconds .  Built-in Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity on the SC-T3130M and SC-T5130M allow users to share the printers for printing and scanning.  Wi-F

Buying appliances online from official stores ensures you get authentic products, warranty, and reliable after-sales service. Shopping for appliances online can be very exciting, with so many choices and brands that you can buy with just a swipe of your finger. But before you start adding to your cart, do your research and familiarize yourself with the features that are now available, as well as the after-sales benefits you might need.  Shopping online is not the same as shopping in an appliance store where a salesperson is on hand to demonstrate how to operate the product or answer your questions. So, to guide you in shopping for appliances online, Midea, the world’s largest manufacturer of home appliances offers some tips to make sure you get the best value for your money.  Buy only from legit stores. Shopping online is very convenient, but sometimes it can be challenging to know if the website you’re visiting is legitimate. The best way to ensure you’re buying from a reliable source

Filipino talents Sarah Geronimo, KathNiel, and SB19 headlined the Acer Day 2021 alongside the hottest stars from Pan-Asia Pacific region Filipino talents Sarah Geronimo, KathNiel, and SB19 headlined the Acer Day 2021 alongside the hottest stars from Pan-Asia Pacific region. Acer ambassadors Sarah Geronimo, Daniel Padilla, Kathryn Bernardo, and SB19 represented the Philippines during the first ever online Acer Day concert. The concert, which was part of the Acer Day 2021 celebration, was telecasted virtually for free across 10 regions with rewards, promotions, and gifts for consumers and Acer fans. It was a resounding success, with five trending topics on Twitter coming from the said event including the No. 1 hashtag, #SB19ForAcer!  Further international talents from the Pan-Asia Pacific who performed at the concert hosted by Robi Domingo included Taiwanese singer, songwriter, and record producer GBOYSWAG; Malaysian singer-songwriter Aina Abdul; Thai artist Earth Patravee; Indonesian po