January 27, 2026

Harry Styles returns with “Aperture” new single and music video out now




GRAMMY Award®-winning global superstar Harry Styles has premiered the music video for “Aperture,” the lead single from his highly anticipated new album KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. set to be released globally March 6, 2026 via Columbia Records. The music video for “Aperture,” finds Harry once again collaborating with acclaimed director Aube Perrie (“Satellite”, “Music For A Sushi Restaraunt”.)

KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. is the fourth studio album from Harry Styles and first music release since 2022’s record breaking album Harry’s House, which took home the top prize for Album of the Year at the 2023 Grammy Awards. The new 12-track album was written by Harry and executive produced by Kid Harpoon, see full tracklist below.

KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. is available for pre-order at all physical and digital retailers globally. In addition, exclusive color and bundle offerings available on the artist’s webstore. Pre-order KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. HERE.

Harry will make his long awaited return to the global stage with a seven city residency in 2026. Promoted by Live Nation, Together, Together will include 50 stops in Amsterdam, London, São Paulo, Mexico City, New York, Melbourne, and Sydney from May through December. Styles will perform exclusively in these cities in 2026. Highlights on the run include 30 shows at New York’s Madison Square Garden and a six night run at Wembley Stadium. Special guests include Robyn, Shania Twain, Fcukers, Jorja Smith, Jamie xx, Fousheé, and Skye Newman across select dates. Please visit hstyles.co.uk/tour for a full list of dates and more information.


KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. TRACKLIST

1. Aperture

2. American Girls

3. Ready, Steady, Go!

4. Are You Listening Yet?

5. Taste Back

6. The Waiting Game

7. Season 2 Weight Loss

8. Coming Up Roses

9. Pop

10. Dance No More

11. Paint By Numbers

12. Carla’s Song


Pre-order the album here

Josh Groban’s GEMS World Tour to Manila with Regine Velasquez and Martin Nievera


Tony, EMMY and five-time GRAMMY Award-nominated singer-songwriter Josh Groban brings his newest tour ‘GEMS WORLD TOUR’ to Manila and announces his very special guests ‘Asia’s Songbird’ Regine Velasquez and ‘Concert King’ Martin Nievera for a must-see Valentine’s week concert on February 18, 2026 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Presented by Wilbros Live.


With over 35 million albums sold worldwide, Josh Groban’s career is defined by sweeping anthems such as “You Raise Me Up”, “To Where You Are”, “February Song” and “The Prayer”. This tour celebrates his legacy of blending classical power with pop accessibility, featuring cinematic hits like “Believe” and “Evermore”, alongside an orchestra and choir for a truly immersive sonic experience. Groban possesses one of the most outstanding and instantly recognizable voices in music. Moreover, he continues to captivate fans everywhere as both a powerhouse vocalist and dynamic renaissance man with sold out concerts around the world.

Regine Velasquez, one of the best-selling Filipino artists of all time, whose legendary vocal range and hits like “Dadalhin”, “Pangako” and “On The Wings of Love” have earned her unprecedented accolades. Martin Nievera, the prolific singer-songwriter and TV host behind iconic hits like “Be My Lady”, “Say That You Love Me” and “You Are My Song” previously interviewed Groban and expressed immense excitement to transition from interviewer to stage partner for this historic reunion. Together, these multi-award-winning legends promise to make the evening an unforgettable showcase of world-class talent.

Reflecting on his return to the Philippines after seven years, Groban expressed a profound emotional connection to his Filipino audience, noting that the country holds “a very special place in my heart”. He credited the local fan base for their unwavering support, stating “Outside of America, the Philippines is one that got to truly accept my music. Filipinos have understood me and my music for the entirety of my career.”

For Groban, the upcoming Manila concert is a celebration of a relationship that spans decades. “Every time I have the opportunity to perform for my fans in the Philippines, it is a night of many things – most of which is gratitude – gratitude that I feel from my fans there since album one, day one,” he shared. “So whenever I come to the Philippines, whenever I get to play a concert there, I celebrate your country’s love of music.”

Don’t miss this unforgettable night of vocal excellence and musical history! Tickets are on-sale and available at SMTickets.com and SM Ticket outlets nationwide. Limited VIP Soundcheck Experience and VIP Superfun Package with Josh Groban are also available.

January 25, 2026

Why vivo V60 is still a 2026 must-buy smartphone


Upgrading your phone can be confusing when every new model promises something spectacular. What if last year’s phone still delivers what you really need?

The vivo V60, released in September 2025, is exactly that kind of phone. It blends strong performance, premium imaging, and practical AI tools in a way that still feels fresh in 2026.


Here are the top reasons why the vivo V60 continues to hold its own.

Better value in a market with rising phone costs

Smartphone prices have been creeping up in 2026. A big reason is the global memory chip price increase. These chips are essential for your phone’s speed and storage, and rising costs for them are affecting the price tags of new devices.

Because the vivo V60 was priced before these increases took full effect, it offers a more balanced cost-to-feature ratio than many newly released phones. In practical terms, that means you get strong performance and generous storage without paying as much as you might for a newer model.

For price-aware Filipino shoppers, this is a real advantage.

ZEISS-powered camera that still takes great photos

If taking good photos matters to you, the vivo V60 delivers. Its 50MP ZEISS Super Telephoto Camera zooms up to 100x, letting you capture detailed shots from far away without losing clarity.

What makes it even more exciting is the underwater photography feature. With IPx8 and IPx9 water resistance built in, you can take photos and videos in the pool. For many Filipinos who love summer trips, this is a feature you will actually use.

The fact that the camera system was developed with ZEISS, a respected name in optics, adds confidence that your photos will look great without extra editing.

Intuitive AI tools that fit how you work and create

Artificial intelligence is no longer a luxury. In 2026, it is part of everyday phone use. The vivo V60 includes a suite of AI-powered features that help both productivity and creativity. Here are some of its useful AI features:

For everyday productivity:
• AI Smart Call Assistant, which can translate voice calls in real time

• AI Captions, which can transcribe meetings, translate languages, and summarize key points with a single tap
For creative expression:
• AI Four-Season Portrait, which adds seasonal effects to portraits

• AI Erase 3.0, which removes glares and unwanted elements from photos
These tools help you do more with your phone without complicated apps or extra steps.

Even though it is not the newest model, the vivo V60 keeps delivering experiences that matter. It gives you solid performance, a capable camera system, and practical AI features - all at a price that feels fair in today’s market.

If you want a phone that feels dependable and fun to use, the vivo V60 is still a great choice. Starting at Php 28,999, grab the vivo V60 in vivo concept stores, kiosks, and online via the vivo e-store, Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.



January 24, 2026

Savings That Slap: Julia Barretto & Maris Racal on What It Feels Like to Save with Maya



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:


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.


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.

Tough Times Call for the OPPO A6 Pro's Tough Tech

 

When urgent demands collide with unforeseen circumstances, you need a phone built to keep up with everything—from weather changes, accidental bumps, and battery anxiety. The OPPO A6 Pro has you covered, designed to handle spills and drops, and comes with a high battery capacity to keep your hustle moving even in tough times.

Take on the elements, shrug off hard knocks

The OPPO A6 Pro boasts an IP69-rated sealing that locks out dust and stands up to high-pressure, high-temperature water jets, so ports and seams stay intact even after accidental liquid spills or sudden downpours.

Adding to this is its military-grade shock resistance, built with a reinforced frame, toughened glass, and targeted impact cushions around key components of the device to disperse impact from edge and corner drops. Its structure is stressed across multiple angles and surfaces to curb deformation and micro-fractures, keeping the display, radios, and haptics operating within spec long after each bump.

Run longer, refuel faster

Large batteries have long been a priority for mobile users who rely on their phones throughout the day. Equipped with a 7,000mAh battery for the OPPO A6 Pro and a 6,500mAh battery for its 5G variant, the device is designed to balance strong performance with efficient power management during heavy usage. It also has reverse wired charging functionality so you can use your OPPO A6 Pro as a handy powerbank when you need to refuel your other devices on the go.

When battery levels dip between classes and meetings, the 80W SUPERVOOC™ Flash Charge tops up the battery in just minutes, supported by real-time thermal monitoring, cell protection, and adaptive current control to reduce charging time without placing unnecessary stress on the battery. By managing voltage and heat, the system keeps charging fast while bringing the phone back to a reliable level in no time.

Get the OPPO A6 Pro, tough tech for every day

The OPPO A6 Pro is sealed against the elements, built to take a hit, and made to last through long days. Get it at OPPO stores nationwide or online via Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, and the official OPPO online store.

OPPO A6 Pro Pricing

     OPPO A6 Pro 4G (Coral Pink and Lunar Titanium)

     8GB + 256GB - PHP 15,999

     OPPO A6 Pro 5G (Coral Pink and Stellar Blue)

     6GB + 128GB - PHP 13,999

     8GB + 256GB - PHP 18,999

Online Exclusive perks on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok

     PHP 500 off OPPO voucher

     3 months 0% interest installment via SPayLater

     Up to 0% interest installment via LazPayLater

     Up to 12 months installment via TikTok PayLater

OPPO Online Store Benefits


The OPPO online store is offering exciting benefits when you purchase the OPPO A6 Pro, with redeemable vouchers using OPPOints via the My OPPO App until February 28, 2026.

     PHP 300 voucher – 500 OPPOints

     PHP 500 voucher – 1,000 OPPOints

     PHP 700 voucher – 2,000 OPPOints

     Free Shipping

     Comes with OPPO Enco Buds3 + 1-Year Extended Warranty

Postpaid Plans

     Globe GPlan1499 with ZERO Cashout - OPPO A6 Pro 5G (8GB + 256GB)

     Smart Signature Plan+999 - OPPO A6 Pro 5G (6GB + 128GB)

Flexible Payment Options

     Home Credit - Pay in 6, 9, 12, 15, or 18 months at 0% interest + PHP 500 discount from November 1 to 30 (only for OPPO A6 Pro 4G and OPPO A6 Pro 5G 8GB + 256GB)

     Credit Cards - 0% interest for 6 or 12 months on select banks

Know more about the OPPO A6 Pro by visiting OPPO Philippines’ official website

 

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