TECNO Philippines officially announced on Feb 07 the establishment of an exclusive channel partnership with Laptop Factory, a fast-growing local laptop distributor in the Philippines. On the same day, TECNO launched two key laptop models of its MEGABOOK K Series — MEGABOOK K16s 13th and MEGABOOK K15s — which will be exclusively available at all offline stores of Laptop Factory starting from February 7, bringing new productivity solutions to Filipino professionals, students and digital consumers.

Dual Model Highlights: Balancing Professional Needs and Daily Use

As an upgraded benchmark in TECNO’s laptop lineup, the MEGABOOK K16s 13th focuses on "MEGA SPEED, MEGA POWER", equipped with the 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-13420H processor, paired with up to 32GB DDR4 memory and 1TB SSD, which can easily handle high-intensity scenarios such as multitasking office work, graphic design and data analysis. Its 16-inch 16:10 Full HD display covers 100% sRGB color gamut, combined with 2.5W four speakers, creating an immersive audio-visual experience. Weighing only 1.5kg, it has a built-in 70Wh large battery with a battery life of up to 12 hours, and also supports TECNO PC Manager cross-device collaboration and Microsoft Copilot AI key to further improve work efficiency.

Focusing on daily office and study needs, the MEGABOOK K15s takes cost-effectiveness as its core advantage: its slim and light body is easy to carry for commuting, and its stable basic configuration (suitable for daily software operation) and long battery life accurately match the usage scenarios of student groups and new professionals, making it the preferred choice for "entry-level high-performance" laptops.

 

Exclusive Sales Policy: Buy a TECNO Laptop, Get a Free Phone in Laptop Factory

To celebrate the launch of the partnership, TECNO and Laptop Factory have launched a limited-time heavyweight benefit, with the activity period from February 7 to February 15:

• - Purchase the MEGABOOK K15s (official price: ₱44,999) and enjoy the "buy one get one free" offer to receive a TECNO POVA 7 8GB RAM+256GB ROM;
• - Purchase the MEGABOOK K16s 13th (official price: ₱46,999) and also enjoy the "buy one get one free" offer, with the gift upgraded to a TECNO CAMON 40 Pro 5G 8GB RAM+256GB ROM.

It should be noted that on February 7 and 8, the first two days of the activity, this "buy one get one free" policy will only be effective at Laptop Factory’s QC Main Branch; starting from February 9, the benefit will fully cover all offline Laptop Factory stores nationwide. The number of free gifts is limited, available on a first-come, first-served basis until February 15.

Cooperation Significance: Complementary Resources to Jointly Expand the Philippine Laptop Market

Laptop Factory, the core partner of this cooperation, is a "growth benchmark" in the Philippine laptop retail industry — with a rich product line of global brands, stable inventory supply capacity, and a deep understanding of local user needs. It is recognized by leading global laptop brands as one of the fastest-growing distributors in the Philippines, and is well-known for providing highly competitive pricing and value-driven deals to customers across the country. 

Through this exclusive partnership, TECNO will rely on Laptop Factory’s mature local offline channel network and user resources to quickly penetrate the Philippine laptop market and enhance the brand’s market influence; while Laptop Factory will enrich its product matrix with TECNO’s high-quality laptop products, further strengthening its competitive advantage in the local retail market. The two parties will leverage their respective strengths to complement each other’s resources, jointly meet the diverse productivity needs of Filipino consumers, and achieve win-win development in the booming Philippine digital product market.

The 2025 GMA Gala, a celebration of GMA Network’s 75th Anniversary and Sparkle GMA Artist Center’s 30th Anniversary, was recognized at the TikTok Live Awards 2025 with the “Digital Spotlight Award” after garnering 1 billion online views. 

The TikTok Live Awards shine a spotlight on creators and talents who have made a substantial impact on the platform. Sparkle’s win underscores the collective creativity, authenticity, and star power of its roster of artists. With billions of engagements across TikTok, the glamorous event captivated audiences globally while advocating for a meaningful cause and showcasing its purpose. 

Senior Manager and Head of Sparkle's PR, Events, and Digital, Roche Tuazon-Chavez, along with Sparkle PR Manager Caiel Pajarillo, received the Digital Spotlight Award. “Thank you so much for the TikTok Live Awards for this Digital Spotlight Award. On behalf of Sparkle GMA Artist Center, we are truly honored to be recognized. This award belongs to our artists, fans, creators, and partners who continue to support and inspire us,” said Tuazon-Chavez. 

The event was attended by various personalities and PR practitioners making an impact in the digital landscape. 

More than just a celebration, the GMA Gala brought together not only GMA and Sparkle artists and personalities but also strengthened its commitment to clients and partners in collaborating on larger initiatives. Beyond the online buzz, the event also successfully raised ₱ 2.5 million for the GMA Kapuso Foundation.

As Sparkle moves forward, fans can expect more groundbreaking projects and collaborations in the years to come–spreading kindness online. 

For more updates about Sparkle GMA Artist Center stars, follow @sparklegmaartistcenter on Instagram, Facebook, X, and TikTok.

 

Charge into the Year of the Horse with speed, strength, and smart upgrades. This Chinese New Year, OPPO invites you to celebrate new beginnings, fresh momentum, and good fortune with its 2.2 Sale, packed with lucky deals, exclusive vouchers, and generous freebies.

From February 1 to 6, 2026, enjoy big savings on your favorite OPPO devices, from everyday essentials to premium flagships, available on Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, and OPPO’s official online store.

Auspicious Savings with OPPO’s All-Day Vouchers

Bring in good fortune with these exciting deals with OPPO’s All-Day Vouchers via Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop—all applicable without minimum spend for the following devices:

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You can also get PHP 1,000 off the OPPO A6x through OPPO’s Livestream-Exclusive Vouchers, with no minimum spend.

More discounts await with PHP 500 off on the OPPO A5x with a minimum spend of PHP 3,999, and PHP 3,000 off on the OPPO Find X8 with a minimum spend of PHP 19,999.

Enjoy exclusive deals on Lazada and TikTok Shop
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Lazada

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TikTok Shop

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Enjoy freebies with every purchase
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Flexible payment terms for guilt-free shopping

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●     On TikTok Shop - 12 months installment via TikTok PayLater

Even More Fortune at the OPPO Online Store
Get more exclusive benefits in the official OPPO online store—with vouchers redeemable using OPPOints via the My OPPO App, plus free shipping and freebies with every purchase.

OPPO Earbuds

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OPPO Tablets

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Celebrate the Year of the Horse Right with OPPO
OPPO’s 2.2 Sale is your lucky chance to welcome the Year of the Horse with powerful devices, meaningful savings, and festive freebies. Shop from February 1 to 6 on Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, and OPPO’s official online store.

To know more about OPPO’s 2.2 Chinese New Year Sale, check out OPPO Philippines’ official website at www.oppo.com/ph/ and Facebook page.

 

To get the best care for OPPO devices, visit the nearest OPPO Care Center or contact us on our website, via Facebook.

 

DigiPlus Interactive Corp. (DigiPlus), the pioneer and leading digital entertainment provider behind BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, is solidifying its position as an industry leader through the production of microdramas with broadcast giant GMA Network.

This landmark collaboration is designed to meet the rapidly evolving entertainment consumption habits of modern Filipinos by delivering premium, high-quality narrative content specifically optimized for mobile devices.

Leveraging its flagship platform, BingoPlus, DigiPlus has introduced a curated slate of exclusive, short-form vertical dramas, positioning the platform as a comprehensive digital entertainment hub. This initiative marks a significant industry shift, establishing a new standard for Filipino digital content that is both convenient and highly engaging.

Mobile-Friendly Dramas

Available exclusively on BingoPlus App, the strategic partnership is currently operational with vertical dramas that are meticulously designed for rapid, on-the-go consumption. This format guarantees high-paced narratives and immediate emotional connection, perfectly optimized for the portrait screens of smartphones.

Featuring 40 micro-episodes that run just one to two minutes each, the mini-drama series namely A Masked Billionaire Stole My Heart, Babae Sa Bintana, and Toyang To Forget, are exclusively produced by GMA Network and topbilled by GMA Sparkle stars Andrea Torres, Empoy Marquez, Herlene “Hipon” Budol, Michael Sager, Will Ashley, and Ysabel Ortega.

Commitment to User-Centric Innovation

Leadership from both corporations hailed the partnership as a major step forward for the Philippine entertainment landscape.

BingoPlus President Jasper Vicencio underscored the company's commitment to user-centric innovation stating "Our ongoing partnership with GMA Network is a true game-changer for digital entertainment in the Philippines and a significant milestone for DigiPlus and BingoPlus.”

Vicencio added that “By delivering high-quality, bite-sized narratives, we are not just expanding our platform—we are meeting our users exactly where they are: on their mobile devices, demanding premium, easily digestible content. This initiative solidifies our commitment to multiplying the fun and setting a new standard for mobile entertainment that is accessible to every Filipino with a smartphone.”

“GMA Network is thrilled to be in this continuous partnership with a digital leader like DigiPlus to bring our narrative content to a broader, mobile-first audience. The vertical drama format allows our Sparkle talents and compelling storytelling to shine in a way that perfectly captures the attention of today’s viewers. This venture highlights our commitment to innovation and delivering exceptional, platform-optimized entertainment across the dynamic digital landscape,” disclosed GMA Network Senior Vice President Atty. Annette Gozon Valdes.

This strategic content initiative underscores the commitment of both DigiPlus and GMA Network to innovation and market leadership. By delivering platform-optimized content, DigiPlus reinforces its position at the forefront of the Philippine digital entertainment sector. Viewers can access these exclusive vertical dramas by downloading the BingoPlus app to their mobile devices.

For more updates on the latest BingoPlus reels, viewers can follow DigiPlus, BingoPlus, and GMA Sparkle official accounts on Facebook and Instagram.

Saving money usually feels quiet and delayed. You set aside funds and trust that it’ll matter someday. But when nothing feels different right away, it’s easy to forget or stop altogether.

That’s exactly what Maya, the #1 Digital Bank and leading all-in-one fintech platform in the Philippines, is calling out in its latest video starring Julia Barretto and Maris Racal. It’s a wake-up call for Filipinos: your savings can reward you daily — if you put it where it earns.

The Filipino Dream: ‘Masampal ng Pera”

'Let’s be real: every Filipino has joked about it at least once. “Sana masampal ng pera.” Not out of drama, but out of desire. Because money hitting you means money finally showing up.

Maya taps into that very Filipino fantasy and brings it to life through a playful sampalan. In the video, Julia and Maris literally slap each other with money, turning a familiar pop-culture moment into a metaphor for what daily interest feels like when your savings is actually working.

Watch what went down in the sampalan showdown of Maris and Julia:

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A ‘Sampal’ You’ll Actually Want Every Day 

Instead of progress you only notice months later, Maya Savings makes growth immediate. With interest credited daily, your money doesn’t just sit there, it moves consistently and visibly.

That’s the real sampal. Not the painful kind, but the moment you realize your balance is growing day after day. Saving stops feeling passive and starts feeling rewarding, because something is actually happening. v Saving That Hits Different

Julia and Maris show that saving doesn’t have to feel heavy, complicated, or purely long-term. It can be fun, rewarding, and culturally familiar, the kind of saving that slaps, literally and figuratively.

With Maya Savings, users can earn up to 15% interest per annum, credited daily. That daily payout turns saving from something you wait on into something you feel, as your balance grows every day just by using Maya for your everyday transactions.

Once saving feels rewarding, it’s easier to keep going. And for today’s savers, waiting for “someday” isn’t motivating anymore. They want results they can see — and feel — today.

Visit maya.ph or mayabank.ph, and follow @mayaiseverything on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok to stay updated. Maya Philippines, Inc. and Maya Bank, Inc. are regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (www.bsp.gov.ph). Deposits are insured by PDIC up to ₱1 million per depositor.

 

For millions of children in the most remote corners of the Philippines, the school bell isn't a sound that echoes down a hallway—it is a goal that lies at the end of a grueling four-hour trek. These are the "last-mile" students, young learners in upland trails, island coastal paths, and post-conflict zones who must brave distance, weather, and safety risks just to reach a chalkboard. For years, this exhausting journey has been the primary reason children drop out, with four out of ten households in these areas reporting that the walk is simply too long and too dangerous to sustain.

To change this reality, the House of Representatives has officially moved to bring the schools to the children, rather than the other way around. Through House Bill No. 04745, authored by former Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez, the government is shifting its strategy from temporary pilot programs to a permanent national mandate. The goal is to identify every "blind spot" on the educational map—those geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas where school access is nearly non-existent—and build fully staffed, permanent public schools right where the people live.

This measure goes beyond just laying bricks and mortar. It recognizes that a school is only as good as the path leading to it. Therefore, the bill uniquely mandates the construction of safe access roads and pathways, ensuring that the final stretch of a student's journey is no longer an obstacle course of mud and debris. By institutionalizing national funding for infrastructure and teacher salaries, the law ensures these schools won’t just be built, but will be sustained for generations to come.

The urgency of this move has been underscored by recent storms that washed away fragile access roads, leaving millions of learners even further behind. Lanao del Sur Representative Zia Alonto Adiong, a vocal advocate for the bill, notes that this is especially critical for communities recovering from conflict. He argues that true rebuilding is impossible if the next generation remains out of reach of an education. For these families, the schoolhouse is more than a building; it is a signal that their community is finally being integrated into the country’s future.

With the House of Representatives giving its final approval, the focus now shifts to the Senate. The policy is ready, the need is documented, and millions of students are waiting. As the measure awaits its final hurdles, the hope is that very soon, the only thing a child in a remote barangay will have to worry about is their homework, not whether they have the strength to survive the walk to get it.

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) reaffirms its commitment to championing Filipinos’ competency in the sciences by supporting academically outstanding students aspiring to pursue postgraduate studies in Japan and require financial assistance.

APC announces that applications are now open for the 2027 Ajinomoto Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship Grant, a program that provides deserving candidates the opportunity to take up master’s-level studies in Food Science and Technology, Human Nutrition, Chemistry, or Engineering at partner schools including: University of Tokyo, Kyoto University, Nagoya University, Institute of Science Tokyo, Ochanomizu University, Waseda University, and Japan Nutrition University (formerly Kagawa Nutrition University).

The successful applicant who will meet the program’s qualifications and requirements will receive comprehensive support and access to valuable benefits designed to help them thrive in their postgraduate journey. These include full coverage of examination, admission and tuition fees; full coverage of medical exam, psychological exam and Japanese language training before going to Japan; as well as a monthly allowances. The scholar’s airfare from the Philippines going to Japan will also be covered.

With a renowned education system known for high academic standards, Japan continues to attract numerous students from around the world. According to the 2024 survey of Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO), there are about 336,708 international students in Japan, and 58,215 of them enrolled in graduate studies. Data from the JASSO 2022 Career Status Progress Survey shows that a significant number of international graduates get hired in Japan after their studies. 

According to APC Director for Marketing, Sales & Public Relations, Mika Makino, the continued support and investment to the Ajinomoto Scholarship Foundation is anchored on the company’s mission to contribute to the wellbeing of people, society, and planet. She elaborated, “We believe that a world-class postgraduate education in Japan empowers scholars personally and professionally. The scholarship is an advantageous pathway to career advancement and global mobility. It is our hope that with advanced knowledge and training, the scholars will also be able to contribute to developing solutions for helping people Eat Well, Live Well.”

Since the Ajinomoto Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship Grant was offered in the Philippines in 2010, fifteen (15) full scholarship grants to different universities in Japan have already been awarded to deserving Filipino students.

APC encourages applicants to seize the opportunity to level up their education and careers. To know the full requirements and application process,

visithttps://www.ajinomoto.com.ph/whats-new-archive/2027-ajinomoto-foundation-postgraduate-scholarship-grant/. The deadline for sending applications is March 2, 2026.

WalterMart Supermarket recently completed its annual Handog Pamasko program, distributing over 9,600 grocery packs across Metro Manila, North Luzon, and South Luzon as part of its season-of-sharing efforts to support communities during the holiday season. 

 

 

Through the Handog Pamasko program, WalterMart works closely with customers to bring the initiative to life, consolidating and distributing grocery packs to partner organizations, community groups, select government agencies, and indigent families nominated by local government units. WalterMart and its employees lead the distribution in coordination with community partners. Each pack includes a Sarap ng Pasko bag with essential food items, helping families prepare a simple, meaningful holiday meal. 

 

 

Launched in 2012, Handog Pamasko is part of WalterMart’s corporate social responsibility initiatives, highlighting its commitment to responsible business practices, strong community partnerships, and people-centered programs. Over the years, the initiative has reached more than 200,000 families, creating a meaningful impact across the communities served by WalterMart.