With around a quarter of the Philippine population still yet to experience internet connectivity, local tech startup Quicksilver Satcom Ventures (Quicksilver)—funded by social impact venture capital fund Ignite Impact Fund (Ignite)—seeks to increase internet penetration in far-flung and underserved areas in the country through the use of satellite technology. Endorsed by the Philippine national government as a satellite provider, Quicksilver styles itself as a “boutique connectivity firm” that utilizes various connectivity solutions depending on what a certain geographical area requires. “One of the key essential infrastructure components or any sort of economic development or investment management outside urban areas has…
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realme, the no. 1 smartphone brand in the PH for 2021, is about to end June with yet another sales milestone for its sought-after C Series smartphones. In its latest show of strength in the local market at the recently concluded realme Super Brand Day sale in Lazada, the realme C35 managed to empty out in a record-breaking time of only 2 minutes. To illustrate: that’s the equivalent of selling over 25 units per second! In addition, the realme C21-Y also sold out on the same day. The continued success of the C Series, alongside other realme products, contributed to the brand’s over-achievement of sales target…
Epson WorkForce Enterprise WF-C21000 A3 Multifunction Printer Throughout the pandemic, educators have realized that digitally-enabled instruction is crucial for today’s learners. While they had to adopt new tools and technologies, both in the classroom and beyond, they have also learned that there’s lasting value in the time-honored process of reading from the printed page. This is especially crucial for the Philippine educational system, as schools are slowly shifting to physical classes through a new hybrid and flexible setup. Studies have found that students perform better in terms of both comprehension and retention when material is presented in print. In fact, many…
Lista, a fast-growing financial management platform for small business owners and individuals in the Philippines, has raised over USD 5.1 Million in its most recent funding round. The funding round was led by Singapore-based Openspace Ventures, a leading regional venture capital firm, which was the early backer of GoTo (Gojek) and Kumu Philippines. Existing investors East Ventures, Saison Capital, and 1982 Ventures also participated in the round.Additional new investors include Stephen CuUnjieng (Former Chairman and CEO of Evercore Asia), Aurelien Pichon (Google), Roland Ros (Kumu CEO), Rexy Dorado (Kumu, President), and more. Earlier individual backers include Brian Cu (ex-President, Grab…
On June 15, Cebu Pacific Air, the country’s leading airline, operated a mobile game-themed flight to introduce Tencent Games’ PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) MOBILE’s newest IP, Phoenix Adarna. An airport and in-flight experience featuring Adarna-inspired costumes, trivia games, and merchandise giveaways made the flight the first of its kind in Southeast Asian aviation history. Phoenix Adarna themed check in counters at NAIA Terminal 3 PUBG MOBILE players will embark on a series of heroic missions inspired by the Philippine mythological bird Adarna, the fabled creature that heals all ailments. Players must complete missions within a time limit to unlock rewards or…
vivo calls on aspiring filmmakers and enthusiasts to unleash their creativity in the vivo 60 Second Masterpiece Short Film Contest. Qualified entries will have the chance to win the newly launched vivo flagship phone, the vivo X80 5G, and other exciting prizes. Creating a 60 second Masterpiece Following the theme “Own Your Masterpiece,” the vivo short film contest encourages filmmakers and enthusiasts nationwide to find and showcase artin the ordinary. To qualify in the contest, the entry must be an original work and must feature specific film elements such as a dolly shot, a low light scene, and wide angle…
TPV Technology Limited, the global manufacturer of leading PC Monitor brands AOC and Philips Monitors, is #1 in the Philippines in the Unbundled Market in 2021, according to the IDC Worldwide Quarterly PC Monitor Tracker, 2021 Q4. In its Fourth Quarter report, the International Data Corporation revealed market figures capturing the performance of different monitor brands in the Philippines. The data shows that for the entire 2021, TPV leads the market as the #1 monitor manufacturer in unbundled sales in the Philippine Market. TPV, which manufactures AOC and Philips Monitors, sold over 155,000 units in 2021, representing 18.46% of all…
Secuna, the Philippines’ community-powered cybersecurity testing platform, is urging the local government and companies to rethink their cyber defense strategies as cyber attacks are seen to further increase amid the shortage of cybersecurity talents in the country. A recent skills gap report found that most organizations in the Philippines find it difficult to hire cybersecurity talents due to a skills shortage, which results in more severe cyber attacks. According to its CEO and Co-Founder AJ Dumanhug, only a few companies are prioritizing cybersecurity because of regulations and certifications, and some of them already lack an in-house cybersecurity workforce to assist…
The Galaxy S22 series has received rave reviews from Galaxy fans for its cutting-edge features that have set the standard for phones when it comes to getting work done. With convenient features such as digital car keys, enhanced notetaking and more, check out the user guide below to follow a productive day in the life of a Galaxy user. [7:00 a.m.] Dress To Impress With Sleek and Durable Technology Apart from when we’re asleep, our smartphones rarely leave our hands throughout the day. Smartphones are, decidedly, a fashion statement for our daily life. The Galaxy S22+ features rounded edges and a…
If youre looking for the most comfortable and cute earbuds, then you should check out Nothing ear. You can now pre-order your new Nothing ear (1) at Digital Walker stores and via digitalwalker.ph Plus! Pre-order from June 18 10AM to June 22 9PM and enjoy a P1,000 discount! Availability and Pricing Colors Available: Black & White SRP: 5,990 Pre-Order Price: 4,990 Quick Features -Sizable 11.6mm dynamic driver to power rich, immersive sound. -Active Noise Cancellation: Two modes allow you to adjust levels quickly and easily. Use Light mode for moderate noise cancellation and Maximum mode for noisier environments. -Battery Life up to 34…