TECNO Launches POVA Curve 2 5G in the Philippines: Slimmest 5G AI Phone Yet with 8000mAh Battery

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TECNO Mobile Philippines today officially launched the POVA Curve 2 5G, the newest addition to its popular POVA lineup, nationwide. Engineered for the go‑getting generation, the device debuts with the brand mantra “Power That Never Drops” — a promise delivered through a massive 8,000mAh battery and a dual‑chip signal enhancement system that keeps users connected no matter where they are.

With a footprint of only 7.42mm in thickness and a weight of just 195g, the POVA Curve 2 5G is the world’s slimmest curved‑display 5G smartphone equipped with an 8,000mAh battery. Inside this remarkably slim chassis lives a powerhouse that redefines what users can expect from a mid‑range 5G phone.

Unstoppable Battery, Uncompromised Design

The headline feature of the POVA Curve 2 5G is its industry‑leading 8,000mAh mega battery, capable of delivering up to three days of typical usage on a single charge — 72 hours of continuous use, 103.4 hours of music playback, 33.8 hours of navigation, or 18.8 hours of gaming. When it’s time to recharge, 45W fast charging brings the battery to 50% in just 36 minutes, minimizing downtime.

For users who never stop gaming or streaming, Bypass Charging 2.0 allows the phone to draw power directly from the charger rather than cycling through the battery — significantly reducing heat generation during high‑load scenarios and extending long‑term battery health. The device also supports 10W reverse wired charging, transforming it into an emergency power bank for earbuds, tablets, or a friend’s phone. Despite its massive battery capacity, the POVA Curve 2 5G remains stunningly thin and light. The 7.42mm ultra‑slim profile and 195g weight make it comfortable for one‑handed gaming and pocket‑friendly for daily commuting.

Signal That Never Drops

In a country where connectivity challenges are a daily reality — from crowded LRT tunnels and underground parking garages to remote provincial areas — the POVA Curve 2 5G delivers a solution. It is equipped with TECNO’s self‑developed G1 signal enhancement chipset and SE1 Wi‑Fi enhancement chipset, working in tandem with the advanced UPS 3.0 signal optimization algorithm.

Compared to its predecessor, the device supports 20 5G bands — double the 10 bands previously available — ensuring broader coverage and more reliable connections across different network infrastructures. The dual‑chip system delivers a 33% reduction in network latency and a 70% boost in upload speeds, while the Hyper Antenna Matrix covers 90% of the chassis with antenna elements, achieving +3dB signal strength above standard configurations. Whether navigating EDSA traffic, streaming videos during an MRT ride, or taking calls inside a Makati high‑rise elevator, the POVA Curve 2 5G maintains the connection.

Standout Specs at a Standout Price

The POVA Curve 2 5G is powered by the 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 7100 5G processor, up to 850,000 AnTuTu Benchmark Score. The 6.78‑inch FHD+ curved AMOLED display delivers a 144Hz refresh rate for buttery‑smooth scrolling and gaming, with 4,500 nits of peak brightness ensuring excellent outdoor visibility under the Philippine sun. Display protection comes from Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.

Photography capabilities include a 50MP main rear camera with a 2MP macro sensor, and a 13MP front‑facing selfie camera. Additional features include IP64 dust and splash resistance, SGS 5‑Star Drop Resistance certification for 1.5‑meter falls, Dolby Atmos stereo speakers, an in‑display fingerprint sensor, FreeLink 2.0 for offline communication within 1.5km, and the HiOS 16 interface based on Android 16 with integrated AI tools.

Availability and Pricing

The TECNO POVA Curve 2 5G is available in three premium colorways inspired by interstellar themes: Mystic Purple, Melting Silver, and Storm Titanium. Every Purchase will be given a TECNO Gift Box plus a Globe Customised 5G SIM card enjoying UNLI5G and free data for a year.

May 23, 2026 - Official Launch: Available starting today at all TECNO concept stores and authorized retail partners nationwide.

May 26, 2026 – Online First Sale: Exclusive first sale on TikTok Shop.

Official SRP: ₱16,999 for the 16GB RAM+256GB ROM variant (8GB Extended).

For more information about the POVA Curve 2 5G, please visit any TECNO store nationwide, follow TECNO Mobile Philippines on Facebook, or check the official TECNO Philippines TikTok page for the May 26 online first sale.

THE SCRIPT are coming back to MANILA with ‘MAN IN THE ARENA TOUR’ on 18 March 2027

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Breaking News – With over 14 billion streams, 5 million album sales, six UK #1 albums and countless international Platinum certifications led by two US Platinum singles and two US Top 10 albums, the multi-awarded and platinum-selling Irish band, THE SCRIPT are coming back to MANILA and bringing their ‘MAN IN THE ARENA TOUR’ on 18 March 2027 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Presented by Wilbros Live with Midas Promotions. Tickets go on-sale on Friday, May 29, 9:30AM via SMTickets.com and SM Tickets outlets nationwide.

 

Today, The Script enter a new era by sharing their new single ‘Man In The Arena’ - the first taste of their new album ‘The User’s Guide To Being Human’ which follows on 14^th August 2026. The Script will follow the album with a huge UK and Ireland arena tour which starts in October, with further global touring also confirmed - adding to the 4.5 million tickets they have sold in their career. Listen HERE.

 

‘The User’s Guide To Being Human’ follows 2024’s ‘Satellites’. It was a record that saw vocalist Danny O’Donoghue attempt to process the grief that followed the tragic passing of his bandmate and friend Mark Sheehan in 2023. The record was followed by a global arena tour in which every show paid tribute to Mark.

 

After the tour ended, Danny found himself energised and inspired. Within a week of finishing, he was writing and recording new material with Andrew Frampton, Steve Kipner and Jimbo Barry, who between them had previously contributed to many of The Script’s huge hits, including ‘Hall Of Fame’, ‘The Man Who Can’t Be Moved’ and ‘Breakeven’.

 

Recorded in Topanga Canyon, Los Angeles, the result is an album in which Danny has established a powerful sense of purpose and direction for the next stage of the band, full of the real, emotional, soul-deep connection that their fans have come to love.

 

Danny says, “The title is what this album is about. If you need something to remind you of the spectrum of feelings and emotions that make you feel human, this is it.”

 

The skyscraping ambition of ‘Man In The Arena’ lives up to its title, with a hard-hitting R&B groove suddenly bursting into a classic Script mega-chorus built for the biggest of stages: a rousing Danny O’Donoghue delivers a typically charismatic vocal, with lyrics that affirm that the person who dares to put themselves in the spotlight is infinitely braver than anyone who criticises from the sidelines. Its lyrics are taken, in part, from a famous speech by American President Theodore Roosevelt.

 

Danny explains, “He talks about how honours don't belong to the critics. They don't belong to the people sitting on the couch, laughing at the person in the ring stumbling and falling around. The honours belong to the one who gets in there and whose face is marred with dust and blood. I remember reading it and being like: that needs to be in a tune, the energy in it is beautiful.”

 

‘The User’s Guide To Being Human’ is now available to pre-order / pre-save HERE. It will be available on CD and limited transparent vinyl with the artist store also stocking exclusive merch bundles, extremely limited test pressing vinyls and a cassette. 

 

Follow Wilbros Live (@WilbrosLive) on social media for more updates.