Upgrade Magazine

14/02/2025

With many young Filipinos using Facebook and TikTok to express their creativity and explore side hustles, Smart Prepaid has taken its Power All 99 offer to the next level with even more value for money products for subscribers.

Smart Communications, Inc.

Now, Power All 99 comes with additional 2GB data for a total of 10 GB of data for all sites and apps, plus a choice between Unli access to Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger or Unli access to TikTok valid for 7 days.

14/02/2025

Globe Telecom fully supports the call for a Senate investigation into the illegal trade of devices used for spoofing or SMS hijacking, a fraud scheme behind the proliferation of scam texts that evade telco networks.

Senator Mark Villar recently filed a resolution seeking a senate inquiry on the trade of International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) catchers, which allow fraudsters to send out malicious SMS in the guise of legitimate sender IDs.

14/02/2025

released its annual Mobile App Trends report for 2025, showing strong momentum following the app economy’s 2022 dip. Across APAC, e-commerce, in particular, is soaring, seeing app install growth of 26% YoY in 2024, despite flat growth in sessions.

Across APAC, e-commerce, in particular, is soaring, seeing app install growth of 26% YoY in 2024, despite flat growth in sessions.

14/02/2025

Maya, the No. 1 Digital Bank in the Philippines, is bridging the credit and education gap for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSME) through its Negosyo Serye program, which merges financial literacy with seamless loan access.

Maya
Maya Business

The program targets eligible MSME owners who operate Maya Center businesses, offering them skills in financial management, growth opportunities, and streamlined access to Maya’s lending products.

14/02/2025

Radenta Technologies Inc, one of the country’s leading solutions integrators welcomes the new year with a firm resolve “to be the driving force behind organizations’ digital transformation.”

Radenta, considered a digital power player in the industry, is not using tech jargon to describe its mission. It instead dug deep into Filipino values and has decided to adopt the philosophy of ‘malasakit.’

14/02/2025

Midea redefines home appliance innovation with its revolutionary Midea U Window/Split Air Conditioner Series, the first of its kind in the country. This groundbreaking range combines the best of both worlds—offering the comfort and efficiency of split-type units with the simplicity of a window-type design.

The Midea U Window/Split Air Conditioner sets a new standard for modern cooling solutions, providing Filipinos with unmatched comfort, efficiency, and convenience tailored to urban lifestyles.

14/02/2025

HONOR just dropped another exciting option for those who are interested to get the toughest phone in the market. HONOR X9c 5G is now available via Globe Postpaid Plans starting GPlan 1499 with a cashout of just Php 1,300. The plan includes 10GB of Data Usage, Unli All-Net Call and Text, and exclusive perks.

HONOR
HONOR Philippines
Globe Telecom

HONOR X9c 5G is now available via Globe Postpaid Plans starting GPlan 1499 with a cashout of just Php 1,300.

14/02/2025

Teleperformance (TP) in the Philippines, a global leader in digital business services, continues to double down on its commitment as a safe and healthy workplace for all, with the successful renewal of its twin certifications for ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System) and ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System) which was audited by globally acclaimed Société Générale de Surveillance (SGS).

Teleperformance Group

Following a two-month audit conducted across multiple sites, TP demonstrated its adherence to internationally recognized best practices. The renewed certifications apply to all 27 TP sites across the Philippines, ensuring consistent standards nationwide.

14/02/2025

As engineering teams rapidly adopt AI technologies, enterprises will face a growing risk of AI silos, with different departments implementing varied AI solutions and creating convoluted data architectures across organizations.

14/02/2025

Globe and GoTyme Bank entered into a Data Sharing Agreement (DSA) to support fraud investigations and protect consumers and businesses from rising cases of financial crimes.

Globe Telecom
GoTyme Bank

Under the DSA, Globe and GoTyme may share with digital bank GoTyme information about mobile numbers potentially used by fraudsters, including names, addresses, and contact details.

14/02/2025

TNT, the value-packed mobile brand of Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), is empowering subscribers with a major connectivity boost with the launch of Max Saya 30, the first prepaid data pack to offer a prioritized network experience.

Smart Communications, Inc.
TNT PH

Max Saya 30 provides 2 GB of prioritized data access for one day for only Php30, underscoring TNT's commitment to making cutting-edge mobile services accessible to all Filipinos.

14/02/2025

Celebrating 25 years of ‘saya’, Smart value brand TNT powered the Ati-Atihan Festival in the province of Aklan with 5G Max, an upgraded 5G experience that amped up the ‘Hala Bira’ spirit of the 2025 edition.

Smart Communications, Inc.
TNT PH

The Ati-Atihan Festival, dubbed as ‘The Mother of all Philippine Festivals’, highlights the province’s vibrant history and culture, and the Aklanons’ unwavering faith to the Holy Child, Señor Santo Niño.

14/02/2025

HONOR Philippines is proving that tech innovation goes beyond devices; it extends to how brands connect with consumers. Through a bold and data-driven approach to e-commerce, the leading global provider of smart devices has emerged as a standout performer on TikTok Shop, leveraging the platform’s full ecosystem to drive visibility, engagement, and sales.

HONOR Philippines
HONOR
TikTok Shop Philippines

In the fourth quarter of 2024, HONOR recorded a 1.7x performance increase compared to Q1 to Q3, securing its place among TikTok Shop’s Top 20 brands in the Phones & Tablets category and ranking #13 overall.

13/02/2025

EastWest Bank's credit cardholders can get exclusive access to discounts on Singapore Airlines (SIA) tickets using promo code GETAWAY25 from February 13 to March 5, 2025. This is part of a series of upcoming offerings that include deals and perks from EastWest Bank with SIA's world class service and network connectivity.




EastWest Bank
Singapore Airlines

12/02/2025

The OMODA C5, OMODA E5, and JAECOO EJ6’s unparalleled driving power were put on full display through a series of thrilling activities such as slalom courses, brake & evade maneuvers, lapping sessions, and off-road test drives.

Omoda
JAECOO Philippines
Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines

The OMODA C5, OMODA E5, and JAECOO EJ6’s unparalleled driving power were put on full display through a series of thrilling activities such as slalom courses, brake & evade maneuvers, lapping sessions, and off-road test drives.

12/02/2025

ASUS Philippines announced the availability of the latest addition to its comprehensive AI Laptop line-up with the 2025 ASUS Zenbook series. Powered by the latest AI-enabled processors from AMD and Intel, ASUS is the first to define an era of powerful and stylish AI laptops for everyone.

ASUS
ASUS Republic of Gamers
AMD
Intel

Powered by the latest AI-enabled processors from AMD and Intel, ASUS is the first to define an era of powerful and stylish AI laptops for everyone.

12/02/2025

HUAWEI surprised the tech world when it introduced the first-ever triple foldable smartphone. The product hit 3 million pre-orders ahead of its release, with renowned tech experts all over the world going through lengths to review the product hands-on even before its global rollout.

Huawei
Huawei Philippines
Huawei Mobile

While the dual-screen foldable gained wider user adoption, HUAWEI already had new plans up its sleeve for what was previously unthinkable – a triple-display foldable that’s as lightweight, thin, and durable as the conventional dual-screen foldable.

12/02/2025

, a cryptocurrency exchange platform and Web3 company, has secured a spot among the world’s most trusted crypto exchanges in the latest edition of Forbes’ digital asset platforms ranking. This marks Bitget’s first time on the prestigious list, debuting at eighth place among the top 25 most trusted crypto exchanges.

This marks Bitget’s first time on the prestigious list, debuting at eighth place among the top 25 most trusted crypto exchanges.