realme releases a new waterproof phone, realme C75x, for as low as P6,067

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The Squad can enjoy another "Waterproof, Worry-proof" device at a more affordable price

realme is officially launching the realme C75x on March 30—a new variant of its Waterproof, Worry-proof smartphone that keeps the best features of the realme C75 but at a more affordable price. This latest edition offers an unbeatable combination of performance, storage, and fresh new colors at only P7,999 SRP.

For a limited time only, the Squad can grab the realme C75x at an incredibly discounted price during its first-selling period. From March 30 to April 6, the realme C75x is dropping exclusively first on realme’s TikTok Shop for as low as P6,067—a deal that’s too good to miss.

Designed for those who demand smooth multitasking, the realme C75x comes with 8GB of RAM, which can be expanded up to 24GB with Dynamic RAM Expansion. Whether handling multiple apps simultaneously or switching between intense gaming sessions and work tasks, the realme C75x ensures seamless performance.

Meanwhile, the 128GB ROM provides enough space to store essential files, photos, and favorite apps without worrying about running out of storage.

Just like its predecessor the realme C75, the realme C75x boasts three IP certifications: IP69, IP68, and IP66 Ingress Protection ratings, ensuring resistance against dust, high-pressure water jets, and full water submersion, so the Squad can stay relaxed even when the device is caught in the rain or dropped into a pool of water.

And since summer is coming, the realme C75x has a 50MP Underwater Camera that lets the Squad take stunning photos and videos underwater, turning poolside hangouts and beach vacations into picture-perfect memories.

The Squad also needs a phone that can keep up with them and the realme C75x is equipped with a 5600mAh battery combined with 45W SUPERVOOC Charge, which provides fast charging capabilities, up to 12 hours of video playback, and almost 8 hours of mobile gaming. Plus, even after years of use, the battery maintains 80% of its health, ensuring longevity.

The Squad needs a smartphone that keeps up with their pace, and the realme C75x delivers with a 5600mAh battery and 45W SUPERVOOC Charge for long battery life and lightning-fast charging. It offers up to 12 hours of video playback and nearly 8 hours of mobile gaming. Plus, the battery maintains 80% health retention even after years of use, ensuring it’s built for the long run.

Adding a fresh touch to its sleek design, the realme C75x debuts in two stylish new shades, Coral Pink and Oceanic Blue, offering a trendy, cool-toned finish.

With its unbeatable combination of durability, performance, and affordability, the realme C75x proves that a high-quality smartphone doesn’t have to break the bank.

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Awesome Intelligence for All: The Galaxy A26 5G is now available in the Philippines!

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The arrival of the Galaxy A26 5G completes the Awesome Intelligence lineup with Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A56 5G, now available at Samsung.com!

Samsung has finally launched its most accessible AI phone, the Galaxy A26 5G in the Philippines – bringing awesome intelligence to even more Filipinos. With Circle to Search with Google, Object Eraser, Edit Suggestion, and Photo Remaster, anyone can now enjoy mobile AI features like never before with the Galaxy A Series.

Joining the lineup of Awesome Intelligence devices, Samsung has also announced the availability of the Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G at Samsung.com.

Awesome Intelligence is the first comprehensive mobile AI platform for the Galaxy A series, bringing powerful, fun, and easy-to-use AI tools to first-time AI smartphone users with the Galaxy A26 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A56 5G. Awesome Intelligence is also powered by One UI 7.0, bringing a personalized mobile experience that fits any lifestyle.

Awesome Intelligence, Now Accessible Than Ever with Galaxy A26 5G

The Galaxy A26 5G comes equipped with a range of impressive AI features. The Galaxy favorite Circle to Search with Google feature will also be available on this device. This feature allows users to effortlessly search and discover content directly from the screen. Circle to Search can recognize phone numbers, email addresses, and URLs displayed on the screen, enabling users to take action with just a single tap.

Galaxy A26 5G users will enjoy a smooth and intuitive editing experience, thanks to features like Object Eraser, which allows anyone to effortlessly remove unwanted distractions from their photos. Additionally, the Create Filter feature offers a personalized touch to photos, enabling users to customize filters without the need for third-party apps.

The Galaxy A26 5G will also feature Edit Suggestion, where Awesome Intelligence analyzes the photos stored on the device and offers suggestions to enhance the image or video. Additionally, with the Photo Remaster feature, users can effortlessly improve all their photos with just a single tap. The device will automatically enhance your photos to their highest quality with a simple touch of the screen.

For those looking to take snapshots of their most wonderful memories in every single scene, the Galaxy A26 5G is loaded with 8MP Ultra Wide Angle, 50MP Auto Focus, 2MP Macro, and 13MP Front Cameras, along with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) for capturing stunning dynamic scenes with clarity.

For those who love to binge-watch, they can now experience the shows and movies they love vividly as the Galaxy A26 5G’s 6.7" Super AMOLED display boasts a slim, minimized bezel for that immersive mobile viewing experience. The Galaxy A26 5G is also integrated with the latest Exynos 1380 for a smooth, seamless performance, with a long-lasting 5,000 mAh (typical) battery with up to 17 hours of power, perfect for long TV show marathons.

For those looking for a strong, reliable device, the Galaxy A26 5G is made for full durability with an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance. Everyone can now enjoy Awesome Intelligence for a long time as the Galaxy A26 5G is also packed with 6 generations of OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates to keep the device secure and performing at its best.

Awesome Deals for Awesome Intelligence Seekers, Available Now

The Galaxy A26 5G, along with the Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G is now available for purchase on the Samsung Online Store! It comes in three vibrant colors: Awesome Black, Awesome Mint, and Awesome Peach Pink (online exclusive). It is priced at P15,990 for the 6GB + 128GB variant and P17,990 for the 8GB + 256GB variant. On the other hand, the Galaxy A56 5G is available in Awesome Lightgray, Awesome Graphite, and Awesome Pink, while the Galaxy A36 5G is available in Awesome Lavender, Awesome Black and Awesome White. Customers can also avail of 0% installment payment plan with Samsung Finance+

For every purchase of the Galaxy A26 5G, customers can get a free 25W Travel Adapter by purchasing at Samsung.com, Authorized Samsung Dealers, Online Partners, or Operator Partners until March 31, 2025!*

*DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-218490 Series of 2025.

To find out more about the Galaxy A26 5G, visit https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a26-5g-mint-256gb-sm-a266blghphl/buy/.

To find out more about Galaxy A56 5G, visit https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a56-5g-awesome-lightgray-128gb-sm-a566bzasphl.

To find out more about the Galaxy A36 5G, visit https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a36-5g-awesome-black-128gb-sm-a366bzksphl.

Ace Banzuelo explores the hopeful, more meaningful side of love in “Kilala”

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The track sets the tone for his new era in music

Ace Banzuelo examines the beauty of fleeting yet profound connections in his new single “Kilala,” released under Sony Music Entertainment.

A dreamy, melancholic pop track, “Kilala” revels in romantic longing: those heart-fluttering moments that often escape definition. In Ace’s universe, love doesn’t always require shout-from-the-rooftops kind of admission or grand declarations. Sometimes, it lingers in the quiet, unscripted moments that leave imprint long after they pass.

“You may not realize it, but it could be love,” he adds. “This song is about not wanting to lose someone you know you have a great connection with. A lot of people can relate to this.”

Set against a backdrop of minimal guitars, gentle synths, and electronic flourishes, “Kilala” delivers a vocal performance that is bright and hopeful, yet punctuated with emotionally incisive tone. The song proves that Ace thrives in the contemporary pop music realm, exercising his potential as a future visionary.

The Muli act speaks fondly about the creative process behind his new song, emphasizing his hands-on approach to songwriting and production. “I mixed real and digital percussive elements on this track and recorded with a new guitar. It’s my new baby, I love it so much. Kilala is one of the new songs I wrote and recorded in my new place/studio as well. I’ve been enjoying the view and making songs in that room.”

Having previous explored themes of heartbreak and missed connections, Ace is ready to embrace a different approach to songwriting, one that delves with the intricacies of love and emotional awakening. “Kilala” serves as a prelude to a new chapter in his release cycle, where he aims to channel these sentiments through his signature brand of alt-pop storytelling. It’s also his first release of 2025, which marks the beginning of his “love song” era.

“I’ve been coming out with a lot of heartbreak songs since my Red era,” admits Ace. “This time, I want to release songs that explore the softer, more optimistic side of love.”

Ace Banzuelo’s “Kilala” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment. The track’s visualizer will be out today at 7 pm.

EastWest’s "Further For You" in Action: Spreading Hope and Empowering Dreams Through Young Focus

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Beyond banking, EastWest is committed to going further and making a meaningful impact in the communities it serves. This came to life through Cards of Hope, a heartfelt initiative that turned a simple holiday tradition into an opportunity to change lives.

EastWest employees and internal clubs—EastWest Milers, EastWest Click, and EastWest Voices—rallied together to support Young Focus, an organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty through education. Instead of traditional holiday decorations, EastWest employees purchased intricately designed ornaments and postcard sets, knowing that every peso would go toward scholarships and essential learning resources for children from Smokey Mountain.

For EastWest, the partnership with Young Focus went beyond financial aid—it created opportunities that equip the next generation with the tools to shape their future. “Education reshapes destinies, creating pathways to a future filled with possibility,” said Martin Reyes, EastWest’s Head of Marketing. “Our support for Young Focus isn’t just about giving—it’s about equipping these children with the means to build a better life.”

A Walk of Dreams: Witnessing Resilience and Hope

EastWest volunteers joined the Walk of Dreams and visited various communities in Tondo to connect with residents and better understand their daily challenges. Experiencing the children’s struggles firsthand gave them a stronger perspective on the impact of their efforts.

“Coming from the visit, it was a lot to take in,” shared one volunteer. “But what struck me most was their tenacity—their unshaken drive to learn, to dream, and to push forward despite the odds. Their determination was both humbling and inspiring.”

The experience deepened the Bank’s belief that real change happens when communities come together—not just through financial aid, but through shared moments of kindness, learning, and connection.

EastWest volunteers share moments of joy and learning with children from Young Focus, embodying the spirit of giving and community through the Cards of Hope initiative.

Turning Generosity Into Action

As EastWest celebrates its 30th anniversary, initiatives like Cards of Hope exemplify the Bank’s enduring mission to go Further For You—beyond banking, beyond business, and into the heart of communities in need.

Through this initiative, EastWest employees proved that even the simplest gestures—a card, an ornament, a shared dream—can make a lasting difference. One child, one opportunity, and one future at a time, Cards of Hope is turning generosity into action, ensuring that the next 30 years are just as impactful as the first.

Do you hear what we hear? Gamers are dubbing their games with Mountain Dew

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Play The Dew Dew Dew by Mountain Dew is taking over the gaming world, and there’s no muting the fun! After launching a series of gameplay trailers featuring a simulated racing game (Chase the Adventure 3), a zombie shooter (Thirst 4 Terror), and a fighting game (King of the Mountain), Mountain Dew has sparked a hilarious new trend where gamers replace their game’s sound effects with the unmistakable “Dew, Dew, Dew!”. Now, top gaming creators are joining the hype, bringing their own spin to the movement.

Some of the big names in gaming, led by ChooxTV, took up the challenge, dubbing his own Mobile Legends gameplay with the iconic Dew, Dew, Dew sound.

His content instantly prompted others and inspired others like RBEH, Kalbz, Nikki Nikki. Leny Ming and Fallen Sanity to try it out for themselves.

Bernard Cheng, Chief Marketing Officer of Asia Beverages at PepsiCo. "Mountain Dew has always been the drink of choice for gamers, and with the Play the Dew Campaign, we’re proving just how deeply connected we are to the community. Seeing our DEWds and everyday gamers turn their favorite games into something even more entertaining with the Dew sound is exactly what Mountain Dew is all about.”

Play The Dew Dew Dew is the latest integration in Mountain Dew’s multi-awarded Play the Dew campaign, which earned a Cannes Lion, as well as gold wins at the 2024 ONE Asia Creative Awards and the London International Awards. Mountain Dew continues to fuel players with bold energy, not just in their gameplay, but in the very sounds that bring their favorite games to life. And as more gamers hop on the trend, one thing is clear, once you hear Dew, Dew, Dew, you can’t unhear it - proving that when you play the game, you also play the Dew.

 

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